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Thinking about moving overseas or already living the expat life? In this episode of Bantering Across Borders, Sarah and Tony share their personal journeys of building a life abroad—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. From making friends and handling culture shock to the practical realities of expat living, they explore the benefits, disadvantages, and lessons learned along the way.

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Bantering Across Borders – Episode: Building a Life Abroad

In this special episode of Bantering Across Borders, Sarah and Tony step away from their usual trip-by-trip storytelling to reflect on what it really means to build a life abroad. From the funny to the frustrating, they share their personal journeys, lessons learned, and the realities of life as British expats.

Expect honest banter, practical advice, and a peek behind the curtain of expat life—everything from making friends in new places, to battling culture shock, to redefining what “home” actually means. Whether you’re already an expat, considering a move, or just curious about life overseas, this episode has something for you.

Join us as we swap stories, laugh at our misadventures, and share what we’ve learned along the way.

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Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! In this episode, Tony and Sarah shine a spotlight on Oman — the Gulf’s hidden gem.

With its chocolate-brown mountains, lush greenery, and vast deserts, Oman is nothing like its glitzy Gulf neighbours. It’s chilled, authentic, and full of surprises for travellers looking to step off the beaten path.

Join Tony and Sarah as they relive their epic road trip across the country — a journey that included following every brown tourist sign, crossing the Tropic of Cancer, and uncovering wadis, forts, and breathtaking scenery (all with the help of a “sexy” GPS system). You’ll also hear about their turtle-watching misadventure in Ras Al Haad, the charms of Muscat, the unique beauty of Salalah during Khareef season, and why camping in the Empty Quarter is something everyone should try at least once.

Expect plenty of laughs, random detours, and the kind of friendship banter that only comes from hours on the road together.

🎧 If you’ve ever wondered what makes Oman so special, this is the episode for you.

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Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! In this episode, Tony and Sarah head to a part of the world they knew very little about just three days before setting off — Uzbekistan, the historic crossroads of Central Asia.

This spontaneous trip takes them through a land of dazzling architecture, rich history, and hearty meals of plov. From Tashkent’s vibrant markets and metro stations to the iconic city of Samarkand with its Shah-i-Zinda mausoleums, Registan Square, and Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Uzbekistan delivers surprise after surprise.

Along the way, Tony and Sarah discover the legacy of Amir Temur, stumble upon Tony’s namesake restaurant, and share their best tips for making the most of a short 3-day getaway.

Of course, no Bantering Across Borders episode would be complete without laughs, reflections on friendship, and the ultimate question: would they go back?

🎧 If Uzbekistan has ever been on your radar (or even if it hasn’t!), this episode will inspire you to add it to your travel list.

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