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Ready to hear about ancient pyramids, and unexpected sandstorms? In this episode, we take you deep into Sudan, as we road trip from Khartoum to the pyramids in Meroe.

Expect history, humour, and a bit of mayhem. This is not a travel guide—it’s a real-life travel tale packed with laughs, surprises, and heartfelt moments

In this episode, we cover:

• The real story behind Sudan’s pyramids
• What’s inside the National Museum of Sudan
• Surviving a sandstorm while camping in the desert
• What it’s really like to travel in Sudan as a foreigner

If you’re curious about off-the-beaten-path travel, and love a good laugh, this episode is for you.

Perfect for listeners who love:

• Travel podcasts with personality
• African travel stories
• Underrated destinations
• Funny and authentic storytelling
• British humour and expat adventures
• Real travel, not Instagram gloss

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Don’t forget to listen to the rest of the series and join us as we share our travel tales from Saudi, South Korea, Azerbaijan, and Kuwait.

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In this episode of Bantering Across Borders, Sarah and Tony—British expats and best friends—take you on a three-day journey through the stunning and surprising country of Azerbaijan.

From staying overnight with locals in Xinaliq, one of the highest and most remote villages in the Caucasus Mountains, to exploring the ultra-modern skyline and unexpected gems of Baku, this episode is full of laughs, cultural insights, and memorable travel moments.

Find out why Tony unexpectedly fell in love with a carpet museum, why Sarah ended up in a heated dinner table debate, and what it's really like to travel as part of a group tour for the first time. As always, their signature banter brings a mix of storytelling, personal reflection, and friendship-fuelled travel inspiration.

If you're curious about off-the-beaten-path travel, meaningful shared experiences, and the quirky dynamics of long-time friends exploring the world together, you’re in the right place.

In This Episode You’ll Discover:

- What makes Xinaliq one of the world’s most unique mountain villages

- How Baku’s modern architecture and culture defy expectations

- Why Tony is obsessed with Azerbaijan’s Carpet Museum

- The ups and downs of joining a group trip as independent travellers

- How travel continues to strengthen their friendship

Perfect for listeners who love

✓ Travel podcasts

✓ Exploring lesser-known countries

✓ Authentic friendship dynamics

✓ British expat stories

✓ Travel guides with personality

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Welcome back to Bantering Across Borders! Join Tony and Sarah as they take a trip down memory lane to share their recollections about a weekend jaunt to Kuwait. Listen in as they go from anticipating Kuwait to being boring to finding unexpected adventure and lots of charm in this serene country.

Discover why they get stuck on a once military strategic island, and what they thought about the cultural activities on offer in this Gulf state.

They also dive deeper into their own personal stories, thoughts and feelings, covering topics such as faith, destiny and their definitive soundtrack for life.

Tune in for some more hilarious banter as the two best friends unpack their friendship and reveal why travel continues to bond them. 🎧

Planning a trip to Kuwait? Tony and Sarah will share everything you need to know.

Discover Kuwait – it’ll definitely surprise you. Hit play now! 🗺️

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