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Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure

Nick and Chelsea Productions

Chronicling 50-something parents of a 5-year-old as they move from the USA to the UAE.

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Episode 19: I’m On My Way, Home Sweet Home

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2026/01/14

The holidays are a time for home, so in this episode Nick and Chelsea discuss their two-and-a-half week visit back to Seattle for the holidays, as well as what it was like returning to their new home in Dubai. Some of the details:Dealing with the weather change — on both ends.Christmas celebrations with a 5-year-old.Focusing on human connection.Plus the Excellents and Boguses of the journey, including a famous family dip, as well as their car’s unfortunate run-in with a rodent.Follow along with

01:04:23

Episode 18: Skyscrapers Are Scraping Together

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2026/01/09

After a six-week hiatus Nick and Chelsea are back! In their return episode they talk about their parents visiting, which gave them the chance to do many of Dubai’s top tourist activities. Therefore, this episode includes reviews of outings to places like the Burj Khalifa, Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque, and the Old Souk. Also included is:Chelsea’s visit to London.What it was like having parents in town.Plus the Excellents and Boguses of the week, which include the generous use of a villa and the lack of a

00:06:20

Episode 17: Update, We're Still Here!

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/12/27

Hey everyone! Nick and Chelsea have been on hiatus for a bit, but they wanted to give a quick update to explain why there's been a delay in new episodes, and to assure everyone they plan on getting back to their weekly schedule soon. In the meantime, here's wishing everyone happy holidays, and we'll see you in the new year!

00:53:38

Episode 16: I’m Walking On Sunshine

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/11/20

In this episode Nick, Chelsea and their son explore City Walk, an upscale out-of-doors lifestyle destination in the heart of Dubai. Learn about their experiences there as well as:A big week on wheels for their son.A birthday party that sparks discussion about gun culture in the UAE vs. the USA.A debate about Taco Time vs. Shawarma.Plus the Excellents and Boguses of the week, including a new friend in the apartment and an unfortunate encounter with a perfume kiosk.Follow along with their Instagram

00:56:34

Episode 15: Tea In the Sahara With You

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/11/13

It’s mid-November and the weather in Dubai has finally cooled enough to allow Nick, Chelsea and their son to participate in regular outdoor activity. The symbolic moment was a trip with friends for an outdoor meal at the Arabian Tea House. In this episode you can hear about that experience along with:School musicals in Dubai.Nick’s first professional sporting event in Dubait, as he went to see Dubai Basketball.Plus the week’s Excellents and Boguses, including wonderful hosts of a lunch outing, and

00:48:46

Episode 14: Take Me, Take Me, Me, Ferris Wheeling Babe

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/11/05

Thanks to their son being invited to a birthday party, Nick and Chelsea had the chance to explore Bluewaters Island, the waterfront area of Dubai that features Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest ferris wheel. Learn about the island, as well as: Their procurement of a new bed/mattress.A tale of the tape between Vitamix and NutriBullet.Plus the week’s Excellents and Boguses, including some cookie baking and the challenges of doing fantasy sports from 12 time zones away.Follow along with their Instagram

01:00:20

Episode 13: Grease Is the Word

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/10/30

Lucky No. 13 sees Nick and Chelsea have their first musical theater experience in Dubai, as they headed downtown to see “Grease” at Dubai Opera. Hear all about what Dubai’s sparse musical theater scene is like, as well as other topics such as:Nick’s networking/job progress, as well as his starting improv classes.Fun local celebrations including Diwali and Fall Fest.Plus the Excellents and Boguses of the week, featuring KPop Demon Hunters and a shattered phone.Follow along with their Instagram

00:43:29

Episode 12: I'm Gonna Soak Up the Sun

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2025/10/24

The weather in Dubai has finally cooled down enough for Nick and Chelsea to hit the beach for the first time in their new hometown, so in this episode they discuss their experiences at Kite Beach, the most popular beach in Dubai. Also in this episode:Why are there so many places in Dubai that include the term “Jumeirah” in their names?Chelsea’s first real bout of homesickness.Plus the Excellents and Boguses of the week, including the first hint of a cool breeze and a complicated trip to pick out a

00:56:03

Episode 11: Holiday Road

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2025/10/17

Nick and Chelsea are coming to you live from the balcony of their hotel room in Fujairah as they discuss their first getaway since arriving in the UAE. Hear about their resort vacation experience as they discuss topics like:What exactly is Fujairah and why was that the chosen destination.Everything about the beach resort experience in UAE, including the surprising clientele, the value of all-inclusive and their son’s experience in salt water.Exploring the local town.Plus the Excellents and Boguses

00:45:56

Episode 10: I Got Two Turntables and a Microphone

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2025/10/09

Episode 10 marks a new era for the podcast, as Nick and Chelsea purchased microphones! Listen as they use their new tools to discuss the Dubai neighborhood of JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle), along with other topics such as:The performing arts in Dubai.Their son’s first playdate with a school classmate – including another classic T story.And, of course, the Excellents and Boguses of the week, including the search for chai and the scourge of voice messaging.So what do you think? Does the audio sound

00:40:07

Episode 9: I’m Your Wonderwall

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2025/09/30

We give a nod to the Wonderwall band because the first topic discussed in this episode is Dubai Silicon Oasis, which is one of the several free-trade zones in the city – and an area Nick, Chelsea and their son explored recently following a morning of Gaelic football. Other topics discussed include:Trying to pay utilities.What is a hypermarket?Can you receive mail in Dubai?And as always the Excellents and Boguses of the week, which include homemade tacos and getting sent home for wearing

00:40:40

Episode 8: You Say it’s Your Birthday

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2025/09/24

This week Nick and Chelsea’s son attended his first birthday party since arriving in Dubai. Therefore, in this episode they explore the kids birthday party culture of Dubai. Also addressed in this episode:Finding an unexpected sport for their son: Gaelic football.Exploring the Dubai Hills neighborhood.The process of getting residency visas for Nick and their son.Plus the Excellents and Boguses of the week, with a take on mango juice and a bidet trial.Follow along with their Instagram account

00:41:29

Episode 7: You’ve Got a Friend

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2025/09/16

When Nick, Chelsea and their son packed up and moved from the U.S. to Dubai, they were starting from scratch socially. Therefore, in this episode Nick and Chelsea discuss the various ways in which they’re building community for their family. Also covered:The adjustment to using bidets.They whys and hows of hydration.The Excellents and Boguses of the week, which include a trip to Palm Jumeira and the high cost of food.Follow along with their Instagram account nickchelsgenxcellentadventure, where you

00:37:46

Episode 6: Life Is a Highway

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2025/09/09

It’s the car episode! Gen X parents Nick and Chelsea have been living their expat life for more than a month now, and that means they’ve had time to learn what it’s like to be a driver in Dubai. Among the topics covered are:The car rental process.Tolls and fines.The requirement to have a clean car.Plus the challenge of understanding accents, as well as the Excellents and Boguses of the week.Follow along with their Instagram account nickchelsgenxcellentadventure.Tags: Gen X, expat life, Dubai,

00:41:06

Episode 5: Yo, Sound the Bell, School’s In

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/09/02

Nick and Chelsea have reached week No. 4 of their move to Dubai, which means the school year has begun for Chelsea, as well as their son. Therefore, in this episode they delve into their first experience of school in a new country – or in their son’s case the first experience of school, period. Also covered:The challenges associated with their new laundry routine.The Excellents and Boguses of the week, including the safety of night walks and a lack of smoothies.Follow along with their Instagram

00:36:34

Episode 4: Renter Relief

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2025/08/28

It’s nearly three weeks in, and Gen X parents Nick and Chelsea have settled into their expat life in some ways and not in others – both in Dubai and back in Seattle. Among the topics covered are: Have they found renters for their house in Seattle?Where does Nick stand in his job search?Feeling like they’re living at IKEA.Plus the Excellents and Boguses from this period (which include seeing some of the Dubai sights, as well as drama with phone lines).Follow along with their Instagram account

00:53:46

Episode 3: Shock and Awe

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2025/08/28

Nick, Chelsea and their son have arrived in Dubai! It’s been two full days since moving abroad, so while they haven’t fully unpacked yet, they’ve been there long enough to have first impressions of their expat life. Among the subjects tackled are:The 14-hour plane flight, including travelling with 24 bags.Experiencing Dubai’s summer heat for the first time.A first look at their new living space.Assistance from the locals.Plus the debut of a new recurring segment: Excellents and Boguses.Follow along

00:50:06

Episode 2: T-Minus Two-and-a-Half Days

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/08/28

It’s two-and-a-half days until Gen X parents Nick and Chelsea and their son step on the airplane for their big move from Seattle to Dubai to begin their expat life. In this episode they discuss the issues they face on the eve of departure, including:The endless list of tasks that need to be completed before leaving.The difficult rehoming of their pets.Their (and their family’s) emotions about the situation.Follow along with their Instagram account nickchelsgenxcellentadventure.Tags: Gen X, expat

00:13:32

Episode 1: Why Dubai?

Nick and Chelsea"s GenXcellent Adventure ·

2025/08/28

Gen X parents Nick and Chelsea are about to embark on a grand adventure, as they and their son prepare for moving abroad from Seattle to Dubai. In this introductory episode, they answer the two main questions:Why are they undergoing this drastic upheaval at their advanced age?Why is Dubai their destination?Follow along with their Instagram account nickchelsgenxcellentadventure.Tags: Gen X, expat life, Dubai, parenting abroad, UAE, family adventure.

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