Happy Easter everyone.  This week Troy Larkin returns to talk all about Easter Traditions all around the world. From chocolate mania in Australia to having buckets of water thrown on you in Poland. We cover it all.  Email -  [email protected] Instagram - @withyoueverystep Facebook  -  @withyoueverystep Twitter    -    @withyoueverystp  

This episode is a review of the Queen Victoria Market's Ultimate foodie tour.  The Queen Victoria Market officially opened on 20 March 1878 in Melbourne, Australia. It has changed over the years, but it is still one of Melbourne's busiest markets. From its produce stalls to souvenirs, it is a hotspot for tourists. The Ultimate foodie tour is a great introduction to Melbourne's food culture and history. This is not just a tour for tourists; local's love this tour too. Mishel was not paid for...

A very common question I get asked a lot is about the type of accommodation I choose to stay in? This episode is all about Hotels? Hostels? or AirBnB?They are all amazing and serve a purpose while travelling. They also all have Pro's and Con's. This episode Mishel talks about serious safety issues and the best type of accommodation for a first time solo travellers. For the 18yr old first time solo traveller, if your parents are scared about you staying in hostels, let them listen to this...

San Francisco is in the State of California in the USA. It is an amazing city. Today I have invited Louise Hanlon to join me to talk all about San Fran. Mishel and Louise met in a Hostel in San Fran. Together they reminisce about the time they spent in the beautiful city. Louise is an Irish woman who decided to spend three months alone in San Fran. She explains why she went there and how she fell in love with the city and its people. Louise talks about some of her experiences and gives some...

PART 2. If you have not listened to Part 1, I highly suggest listening to part 1 first. This week Allie talks about her ascent to summit Mount Everest. She talks about the awful truth of fatalities on Everest and how she tried her best to save a climber on Everest. She explains her goal was to summit without the use of supplementary oxygen, she had already conquered Cho Oyu without oxygen. Was she able to do Everest? Listen to find out what happened.  She gives us the scoop on her next 8000m...

In honour of International Women's day, I have invited a inspirational woman to join the Stepper team. Allie Pepper is an Australian Mountaineer who has climbed three mountains over 8000m including the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest. This episode Allie talks about how she started mountaineering and what lead to her climbing the highest mountains in the world. She speaks in detail about her ascent to Cho Oyu in Tibet. She climbed to the summit without the use of supplementary...

This week we have Julie Thiele, a female airline pilot.  Julie works for a major USA airline carrier as a Captain. She talks all about being a Pilot, the perks of the job. How she fell into the industry. The challenges she faced training and working in a male dominated industry and why it's a great career. She talks about the constant training process and after talking with Julie I have no question I am in safe hands when I hop onto a plane. Julie has sent us some amazing images from the...

There are so many amazing Festivals held all around the world yearly. Troy Larkin returns to give you all the information you need to plan your year out. We do not talk about music festivals. Only the fun, interesting and slightly dangerous festivals,. You may be in a Country at that time and not realise its festival time in a certain town. This episode will help steer you in the right direction, or depending on your taste, which festivals to avoid. There are some really interesting...

This week is all about the Philippines!! The Philippines is in South East Asia and is made up of around 7000 islands! Mishel talks all about her experience in the Philippines. She explains the differences between Boracay, before and after the shutdown. This episode has important information for all backpackers who are planning on visiting the pristine island of Boracay. She talks about the island of Bohol, Palawan and local life in the San Fernando. A Philippine tradition wedding and why she...

  This week we are joined by our very first influencer, Leanne Melody. Leanne first caught my eye with her entertaining content on the Busabout instagram stories. Leanne won a competition from the tour company Busabout. She travelled with Busabout for five months visiting close to 26 different countries. Her stories were engaging, natural and authentic. I have since followed her personal page, which is just as entertaining.  Leanne talks all about her experience with Busabout and her personal...

Our guest this week is Jules Hunt. Jules is a confident solo female traveller. The last 18 years Jules has predominantly been backpacking the world or living abroad. In this episode she shares her knowledge and stories from her travels, including packing tips, why she chooses hostels over hotels and her love of Útila. She explains her fears when she first started travelling, which are projected onto women constantly and how she overcomes her shyness. Thank you for listening. Please...

I recently heard the term Voluntourism. I hadn’t heard of it, so I did some research and I found out that it was something I really needed to know more about. So I have invited Adrian De Giovanni to join us to explain all about it. Adrian is a representative from UNICEF Australia. Voluntourism is Volunteering Tourism. It's a booming industry that's estimated to have already made around 2.6 Billion dollars. 1.6 million people volunteered last year. Due to the high amount of tourists...

Alexis Marsh joins the Stepper team today to talk all about her passion for the Ocean. She explains her journeys that lead her to volunteering with the amazing Sea Shepherd. She talks about her personal experience as Ship Manager and 1st Mate. Alexis is not an official spokesperson for Sea Shepherd. This is her personal story and her personal views and experiences. She explains the campaigns she was a part of and the work they did. She explains why she was drawn to Sea Shepherd and why others...

GOLD! GOLD! GOLD! This episode Bruce Johnson returns to talk all about Gold Prospecting.  Bruce talks all about GOLD! And how you can find your own. He explains gold hot spots, where you can travel to, to find gold and how to actually find gold. He explains all about the equipment available, where to buy it and how much it costs. He explains the importance of following the laws around Gold Prospecting, the Miner's right and legal places to pan and dig for gold. The government have banned gold...

Happy Birthday Dad! This episode is all about Croatia|Hrvatska in honour of Mishel's Father. Mishel is a duel citizen with Croatia and Australia as her Dad was born in Hrvatska. Today she opens up about her family and must see places to visit in Croatia. Her advice on the best way to see all the beautiful places Croatia has to offer and a tribute to her Dad on the first Birthday without him. Must see sites...

MERRY CHRISTMAS!! This week Troy Larkin returns to share the Christmas cheer to you all. ****WARNING**** This episode is not suitable to listen to with young Santa lovers around. ****WARNING**** Troy Larkin is an Australian Actor who has Mishel in stitchers. They discuss Australian Christmas traditions. The way their families celebrate, including in depth chats about Santa. The differences they have noticed when they have spent a Christmas abroad. They also explore other traditions from other...

This week on With You Every Step we are joined by Jason Kueper.  Jason is a flight attendant for a major US airline. Have you have ever thought about a career as a flight attendant? If YES, then this episode is for you. Jason explains the hiring process, tips on how to stand out and what they are looking for during the intense training sessions. He tells entertaining stories from his flights, from Celebrities who have a fear of flying to mistakes Jason has made. His passion for his job,...

This episode we welcome back Herlin Apaza Tumpay, a historical guide and Machu Picchu expert. Herlin returns to give us an in depth chat on Machu Picchu. He explains why they believe they built the ancient city on top of a mountain. The theories behind the ways of the Incas. When it was rediscovered and why it was abandoned. He also explains the structure and brilliant systems they have in place to keep this UNESCO site still standing through earthquakes and hundreds of centuries. They also...

This episode Mishel opens up about her hidden personal struggles with health and how she travels to accomodate her issues. Mishel is honest, real and very emotional about her journey. Most people have no idea about the struggles she has been through. She talks about the struggle of finding the right Doctor, getting a diagnosis and how she manages travel. The planning involved in long trips and why she is OCD with so many things while travelling.  Thank you for listening. Please SUBSCRIBE and...

This episode I am joined by Sasha Kerdel. Sasha went on a Birthright tour to Israel.  Sasha explains the interview process, how one is eligible for a Birthright tour, what it is and what it includes. It blew my mind! She talks about her experiences with the Western Wall, floating in the Dead Sea and a journey that took her on a spiritual opening that connected her to her Jewish history.  This is not an episode about religion, it's about a journey one can take through Israel to learn and...

We are so happy that we could have Herlin Apaza Tumpay join us on With You Every Step.  Herlin is a tour guide throughout Peru, including the famous Inca trail and Machu Picchu. He explains how he became a guide, the training involved and why he loves what he does. He also gives some great tips on how to prepare for the Inca Trail and what to expect once the hiking begins. Herlin works for http://www.valentinspachamamajourneys.com/ He explains why it is so important to choose a local company...

MiShel gives details on how she prepares for a big trip.  This episode is all about the steps MiShel takes to ensure a safe, issue free holiday. She talks about how she plans a big trip, packing and preparing her house for some alone time.  If you have time, we would love you to leave a review. Please SUBSCRIBE as well.  Please keep all the amazing feedback coming. We love to hear your thoughts, questions and topic requests. [email protected] HAPPY TRAVELS!! Instagram -...

Didier Sequeira joins the Stepper team to talk about his job.  "Is the greatest job in the world" Didier states. Didier has been a Bus tour driver throughout Europe for the last six years. He has driven for tour companies such as Contiki and Busabout. Didier explains how to become a driver, the responsibilities of the driver and why he thinks it's the greatest job in the world. He also has some great stories for us too. Mishel talks about why she believes that Busabout is a great way to...

This week is an episode that has been requested from my Steppers. This is a topic that I am not qualified to speak about. So I have invited Bess Hepworth, founder of Planet Ally to talk about travel for the LGBTQI+ community. Bess is the lead organiser for the MILES OF LOVE conference, which is the first of its kind in Hong Kong on 2nd - 5th Novemeber 2018. I believe that this is an episode that everyone should hear. I can openly say that Bess has taught me a lot and shocked me with some...

The fabulous Troy Larkin joins the Stepper team to talk about Hong Kong.  Troy is an Australian Actor who lived in Hong Kong for 3 months for work. Troy created and performed shows for school students while exploring the exciting autonomous territory in South Eastern China.  Troy's stories are exciting and informative. Troy explains how to get to the "secret bar", also where you can hike to see wild monkey's, and find a prestine beach away from the tourist locations.  We can't forget all the...