Tourist to Traveller
Tourist to Traveller is a travel podcast for curious, time-poor adventurers who want to travel deeper, smarter, and more intentionally, without quitting their 9-5.
Hosted by Tahnee, a long-time traveller, travel blogger, and bucket-list chaser, this podcast helps you move beyond ticking off landmarks and into truly memorable travel experiences. Think practical travel tips, realistic itineraries, destination guides, and behind-the-scenes lessons from balancing full-time work with epic adventures.
From underrated destinations and iconic bucket list journeys to travel planning hacks, packing strategies, and slow, responsible travel insights, Tourist to Traveller is here to help you travel better, not just more.
Whether you’re planning your next adventure, dreaming of future travels, or looking for inspiration to live a more travel-rich life, this podcast will help you shift from tourist to traveller.
Episodes
38 episodes
Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Egypt - Egypt Travel Tips
Egypt had been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember.Growing up, my dad would read us books about the world, ancient history, animals and different countries instead of the usual bedtime stories. Somewhere amongst those books w...
The Most Instagrammable Places in Palau, Micronesia: 16 Epic Photo Spots
If you’ve ever scrolled past a photo of Palau in Micronesia and wondered, surely that water can’t actually be that blue, I have good news… it really is.Palau is one of those rare destinations where reality genuinely looks like the photos...
Sailing the Nile on a Felucca: My Unforgettable Egypt Adventure
What if you had the choice between two nights in a five-star hotel or two nights sleeping under the stars on a traditional sailing boat on the Nile?When I travelled to Egypt, I never planned to sail the Nile on a felucca. In fact, I had ...
Hobart Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, See, Eat & Experience
Hobart has a way of surprising you. One minute you’re wandering between historic sandstone buildings at Salamanca Place, coffee in hand. The next, you’re standing on kunanyi / Mount Wellington with cold wind on your face, looking across the cit...
The Best Day Trips from Port Vila, Vanuatu: Beaches, Islands, Waterfalls & More
One of the things I loved most about travelling through Vanuatu was discovering just how much you can experience without constantly packing your bags and changing hotels. Port Vila is more than a place to stay... it’s the perfect base for explo...
12 Unexpected Benefits of Travel: Life Lessons I’ve Learned on the Road
Travel Gives You So Much More Than a HolidayWhat if your next holiday could give you more than incredible photos, beautiful destinations and a few weeks away from work?After more than 20 years of travelling, I’ve realised that som...
How to Visit Petra, Jordan Without the Crowds: The Ultimate Petra Travel Guide
Petra was the reason I travelled to Jordan. I’d seen the Rose City in documentaries, books, travel feeds and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, but nothing prepared me for the moment I walked through the Siq and saw the Treasury for the first ...
50 Fascinating Things to Know Before You Visit Morocco (That Completely Surprised Me)
Before I travelled to Morocco, I thought I knew what to expect: golden sand dunes, bustling souks and ancient medinas. While those iconic experiences absolutely delivered, what surprised me most was everything beyond the postcards.From s...
60 Great Short Walks of Tasmania: Easy Adventures with Big Rewards
When most people picture Tasmania in Australia, they imagine epic mountain hikes, rugged wilderness and multi-day adventures. But one of the biggest surprises for me was discovering that some of the island's most unforgettable experiences came ...
My Ultimate Travel Bucket List: 10 Dream Destinations I Can't Wait to Visit
There’s something magical about having a travel bucket list. It’s more than a collection of places you hope to visit one day... it’s a reminder to dream bigger, stay curious, and keep planning adventures that truly excite you.In this epi...
Wadi Rum, Jordan: Why This Otherworldly Desert Belongs on Your Bucket List
Most travellers dream of visiting Jordan for one iconic reason: Petra. And while Petra absolutely deserves its place as one of the world's greatest archaeological wonders, there was another place that completely surprised me... Wadi Rum....
The Ultimate 24-Hour Guide to Chefchaouen: How to Experience Morocco’s Blue City Without the Crowds
Chefchaouen doesn’t just photograph beautifully... it feels different the moment you arrive. Tucked into the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco, this blue-washed city invites you to slow down, wander without a plan, and breathe a little deeper.<...
23 Unmissable Things to See and Do in Palau, Micronesia
Palau is one of those destinations that doesn’t just live up to the hype... it rewrites what you thought tropical travel could be. Remote, raw, and wildly beautiful, it’s a place where emerald islands rise out of electric-blue water, WWII histo...
How I Travel With a Chronic Illness (CIRS): Honest Stories & Practical Travel Tips
Travelling the world with a chronic illness isn’t something you often see talked about online, especially when the illness doesn’t “look” obvious. From the outside, my travels might seem carefree and high-energy, but behind every trip is carefu...
What I Pack in My Carry-On for Long-Haul Flights (Comfort, Delays & Lost Luggage Covered)
Long-haul flights are a fact of life when you’re a frequent flyer. They’re the gateway to bucket-list adventures… but they can also be uncomfortable, exhausting, and wildly unpredictable.On a recent trip from Australia to the USA, a “qui...
Hiking the Caminito del Rey: Everything You Need to Know About Spain’s Most Epic Cliffside Walk
Before I even landed in Spain, the Caminito del Rey was already locked into my bucket list. I’d seen the photos... narrow walkways hugging towering cliffs, the river below, and views that felt almost unreal.What I didn’t realise at the t...
Why Everyone Should Do a Yearly Off-Grid Tiny House Stay (And How to Plan Yours)
There’s a moment that happens every time I arrive at an off-grid tiny house. My phone loses signal, the noise drops away, and finally I feel like I can breathe again. Over the years, my yearly off-grid tiny house stay has become a r...
How to Spend 24 Magical Hours in Marrakech (A Slow, Soulful One-Day Itinerary)
Marrakech is one of those cities that pulls you in fast... the colour, sound, movement, magic. It’s exciting, intoxicating… and for many travellers, completely overwhelming. The truth is, you can’t truly “do” Marrakech in a day. But...
The Ultimate Guide to Taking Your First Solo Trip: Everything You Need to Know
Have you ever caught yourself dreaming about taking a solo trip… only to immediately talk yourself out of it? Worries about safety, loneliness, or simply not knowing where to start can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already juggling ...
Best Things to Do on Efate Island, Vanuatu: A First-Time Visitor’s Guide
Efate Island was my first introduction to Vanuatu, and I’ll be honest, I didn’t expect it to leave such an impression. I thought it would be a stop centred around Port Vila, before moving on to other islands. What I found instead surprised me.<...
10 Travel Mistakes You'll Never Make Again (and How to Avoid Them)
Every traveller has that moment... standing at an airport carousel hoping your bag magically appears, realising your card’s been blocked overseas, or discovering the “must-see” attraction is completely sold out.I’ve been there. More than...
Visiting Tanna Island & Mount Yasur Volcano in Vanuatu
Standing on the rim of a live volcano, feeling the ground rumble beneath your feet, watching lava burst into the night sky... this was a special moment for me. In this episode of Tourist to Traveller, I’m taking you to Tann...
How to Travel on a Budget Without Missing Out (Smart, Real-World Travel Tips)
Some of my most memorable travel moments didn’t come from five-star hotels or big-ticket tours. They came from wandering side streets, eating where locals eat, and realising I didn’t need to spend more to experience more.Travelling on a ...
Why Your Next Milestone Birthday Deserves a Passport, Not a Party
Some birthdays don’t need balloons, speeches, or the pressure of hosting everyone you’ve ever met. Some birthdays need a little adventure.In this episode, I’m sharing why milestone birthday travel has become one of my favourite tradition...
Kayaking the Rock Islands of Palau: A Bucket List Adventure Off the Beaten Path
On my recent trip to Palau in Micronesia, I wanted to go beyond the postcard views and curated tours. I was craving a hidden gem experience... something immersive and completely unforgettable. That’s how we ended up paddling through the Rock Is...