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10 Best Australian Travel and Culture Podcasts

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Here are 10 Best Australian Travel and Culture Podcasts worth listening to in 2024

1. Family Travel Australia

2. Just Wingin' It

3. Monocle 24: Only in Australia

4. The Wanderlust Life

5. Road Trips Australia Podcast

6. Why Not Now? Travel Australia Podcast

7. Adventures On The Road

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Rome, the Kimberley, Peru… Where does your wanderlust lead you? To Melbourne’s cafes or the vast deserts of the Empty Quarter, a New Zealand vineyard or the pavements of New York… what’s your neighbourhood? Join us, travel writers Kirstie Bedford and Belinda Jackson , on our travel podcast each week, with stories from the world – in our back yard and far, far beyond. Are you listening in ?

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Join travel writers Kirstie Bedford and Belinda Jackson as we uncover stories from Australia and the world beyond, to inspire you to hit the road with some gold intel in your pockets. We get the lowdown from industry experts, inside information from guests on the ground and we talk to absolutely everyone. All the time. We don’t stop talking.

Business Class on budget, world’s happiest country & Da Vinci in Melbourne

Tune in for a masterclass on getting into Gold Class when you fly, with points whisperer Chris Chamberlin of Points Hacks. Chris has travelled over two million kilometres in first or business class (that’s to the moon and back, twice), and shares his insights on which loyalty programs to focus on, and how to strategise your spending to switch your seats from beside the Economy Class toilets up to Champagne Class. See pointhacks.com.au Also this episode, which is the world’s happiest country? See worldhappiness.report And where do you go in Milan to feel the genius of Leonardo Da Vinci, courtesy of the new Da Vinci: 500 Years of Genius exhibition at The Lume, in Melbourne, thelumemelbourne.com

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Meet your Hosts

Co-host BELINDA JACKSON has travelled to every continent and lived on three, eating everything she was told to (and many things she should not have). She’s played piano while crossing the Drake Passage to Antarctica, hiked through ancient olive groves in Palestine, danced at Irish weddings and in Russian nightclubs, taken a dingy to find hidden Australian rock art galleries, and slipped out of bed and into a Maldivian lagoon. Her second home is Cairo, and she has has more than a passing fancy for the Middle East’s scarves and carpets. Belle is a regular contributor to the Traveller section of the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age , has the occasional chat to ABC Radio and her stories and photographs appear in Australian and international publications.

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Co-host KIRSTIE BEDFORD has the same enthusiasm for travel she held as a six-year-old when she boarded her first international flight. In her 20s, she did the customary European tour, cycling along the French Riviera and zipping around Tuscany on a scooter. But it’s learning from other cultures she holds dearest – biking with locals on Vietnam’s Cam Kim Island; cooking traditional Sri Lankan dishes in Colombo; drinking sake with a Japanese family in Shikoku; and a Welcome to Country ceremony with Indigenous elders in Broome. Kirstie has held the editorship of six magazines, including as founding editor of Luxury Escapes magazine, and is a regular contributor to Signature Media publications.

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10 Australian Travel Podcasts To Satisfy Your Wanderlust

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Be a world away from it all with these uniquely Australian travel podcasts.

Put the earbuds in and be whisked away on the next adventure. Here we list some of Australia’s best travel podcasts to transport you from your lounge room to the Australian desert and beyond.

1. Off Track, by Ann Jones

Off Track doesn’t sound distinctly Australian solely due to the Australian accents: the podcast focuses on the distinctive sounds of the Australian Outback , featuring native bird calls, crickets and the rustle of gum trees. Transport yourself into the Australian wilderness by listening to the Earworms from planet earth XI episode, where you can hear the sounds of Australia as recorded by listeners across the country.

2. Talking Australia, by Australian Geographic

Talking Australia shares the stories of Australia’s most inspiring explorers, conservationists and adventurers. Listen as they take you on a journey around the magnificent country and discuss their extremely important preservation efforts. Each week the podcast features intimate conversations with extraordinary Australians. Favourites include Australian icon Costa Georgiadis on building connections with the earth and the adventure of paddling the Murray River !

3. The Pass, by Sam Kennedy, Magdalena Roze, and Jeanine Bribosia

The podcast for those with a healthy appetite.

One of Australia’s favourite food podcasts, The Pass is an insider’s guide to the best food, restaurants and eating experiences, locally and around the world, chosen by the experts themselves. Foodies can hear from chef and restaurateur Kylie Kwong as she shares her spiritual approach towards life and cooking, as well as one of Australia’s most renowned chefs Matt Moran shares his favourite local in Sydney’s Eastern Beaches in his episode. While you’re listening, if you are in the area of any of the restaurants featured on the podcast make sure you check them out online to see if they are offering takeaway options – an order with these loved restaurants will help to ensure they keep afloat.

4. All the Best, by FBi Radio

All The Best is a podcast where ‘regular’ Aussies take centre stage and practice Australia’s pastime: storytelling. Episodes cover everything from how the Australian Wallabies Rugby Union team used theatre workshops to improve their game, to what it’s like living on Goat Island amongst the crocodile-infested Adelaide River in the Northern Territory !

5. AWAYE!, by Daniel Browning

AWAYE! presents the diverse and vibrant Aboriginal arts and culture from across Australia, and the best from Indigenous radio broadcasters around the world. Tune in to learn about modern Indigenous Australian writing, art and media – brimming with imaginative vitality and political earnestness.

Related reads: Stuck At Home? Get Stuck Into These 5 Travel Themed Boredom Busters

6. Travelling Across Australia by Train, by Phoebe Smith

Let a train ride put you to sleep.

Australia’s Red Centre hosts some of the most charismatic wildernesses in the world. The Ghan is one of Australia’s most historic railways and unquestionably the most comfortable way to see this magical part of the country. Travelling Across Australia was created for the sleep and meditation app Calm . In the podcast, Phoebe recreates the experience of cosying up on The Ghan and taking in the breathtaking scenery of the Australian desert for listeners (without them ever having to leave their beds). Pair your listening with a cup of tea and thank us later.

7. An Australian Adventure, by Phoebe Smith

Another addition to ‘extreme sleeper’ Phoebe Smith’s ‘Sleep Stories’ is the non-fiction tale An Australian Adventure. The podcast lets narrator Bindi Irwin from Australia Zoo take listeners on an enchanting adventure, from rainforest to reef, exploring the wildlife of Australia. This might be parents’ answer to wide-awake children way past their bedtime!

8. Australian Hiker, by Tim and Gill Savage

What trail will you trek next?

Australian Hiker shares practical instructional guides and honest hiking experiences around Australia. Listeners will be inspired to test out the tips to keep engaged with the outdoors and start planning their next adventure. Some favourites include The Overland Track: Expectations vs Reality , and Kangaroo Island Wilderness trail; Interviews from the Trail .

9. Flight of Fancy, by Ben Groundwater

Is Australia the perfect travel destination? What shocks first-time visitors to Australia? These questions are answered on Australian travel journalist Ben Groundwater’s Flight of Fancy podcast. Each week Ben interviews travel professionals to talk about all things travel and share their thirst for seeing the world.

10. Lunchtime Conversation Series, by The Australian Museum

Learn while lunching with The Australian Museum’s Lunchtime Conversation Series . The series features a selection of distinguished Australians sharing insights into the inspiration behind their ground-breaking contributions, which have helped define the nation across science, politics, sport and the arts. Francheska Cubillo on Albert Namatjira (with Tracey Holmes) offers insights into the Hermannsburg Movement, the artist’s magnificent painting and enduring legacy. All episodes reflect exhibits within the museum so you can feel like you’re on a virtual tour.

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#031: How to Travel Australia

Welcome to this episode of the Why We Travel Podcast. In this episode, we talk Lyle and Leanne, a couple who retired to travel the world in 2019, about Australia.

Lyle and Leanne retired to travel the world in 2019 – then you know what happened. As soon as they could they hit the international skies in 2022 and started a podcast to journal their travels and share with friends and family.

Their audience grew and people were reaching out for help – so the podcast continued and their love of doing it did as well.

When they are not travelling the world, they are at home in their beachside unit at Kings Beach on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland Australia.

Lyle and Leanne like slow travelling so they can really experience each new place they go to. They have a particular love of Spain and of course their own backyard in Australia. This year they have already been to Mexico, are off to Italy and also New Zealand for a family holiday with eight adults and, wait for it, eight grandchildren – so lots of great podcast episodes to look forward to.

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What makes Australia so special for foreigners?
Where to start your journey in Australia?
An insight into what kinds of transportation you can use in Australia.
Where can you find hidden jewels of Australia?
What food specialties to try out when in Australia?
Where do you need to go to see the Australian animal kingdom?
How much money do you need to survive in Australia?

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After 2 years of planning and even longer dreaming, we have finally commenced our 2-year journey around, across and throughout Australia to discover its unique places, incredible people, rich cultures, authentic experiences and amazing history. We are total newbies to full time caravan living and everything that comes with it, but we knew it was time for a change before life passed us by! So we decided to unplug from our hectic lives, take a leap of faith and spend as much time together travelling as a family. We invite you to join us on our journey as we share each adventure as we go, looking for experiences that keep us connected as a family and moments that just make you feel good! New destinations every week and a new episode every Friday night 8:30pm [Australian Eastern Standard Time] so be sure to subscribe and tune in! We’d also love to connect with you via our social and media channels Website www.thefeelgoodfamily.com.au Instagram @thefeelgoodfamily_ Facebook @thefeelgoodfamily YouTube thefeelgoodfamily

It's our final week of vehicle preparations before we hit the road for Darwin, travelling the Explorers Way from Adelaide to the Northern Territory. The LC79 goes in for its 160,000km service, and we also install some new lighting, The Beast from Lightforce, ready for our remote travels.

Plus, Paul gets some tips from Ben at Barossa Offroad regarding the importance of a caravan back up plan for remote travel in Australia, what gear is a must to take with you and the spare parts that will get you out of trouble. And, we have an unexpected curveball when our ARB dual compressor packs it in, just days before we are planning to hit the Oodnadatta Track!

Plus we’re discussing essential communication gear and emergency preparedness to keep you safe on the road!

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We’re about to hit the road on the epic 3000km Explorers Way road trip from Adelaide in South Australia, to Darwin in the Northern Territory. We’ll be getting off the blacktop and exploring many of the awesome tracks and remote locations along the way.

This episode we’re delving into the essential gear and strategies you need for remote touring in Australia. From efficient storage solutions to comprehensive backup plans, we've got you covered. Discover expert insights, packing tips, and safety precautions to ensure your journey is as smooth as possible. Get ready to explore the Australian outback with confidence!

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We’re taking you on a culinary adventure this week as we experience the best of the Barossa and Adelaide Hills regions, in beautiful South Australia. We set up the van at Strathspey Farm Hipcamp, a fantastic off grid bush campground located in the Barossa Valley. We get out to explore the region’s best attractions, including the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company for their unique chocolate pairing experiences, and Beerenberg Family Farm in Hahndorf, famous for their deliciously sweet strawberries.

If you’re a foodie, you’ll love this episode and very tasty road trip!

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We’ve found our happy place! After exploring Mount Gambier and the array of fantastic visitor experiences on offer, including our recommendation for the number one bucket list experience in South Australia, we camp up at our favourite bush camp in the state, directly behind the dunes at beautiful Southend beach. We hit the sand for a day of beach driving and make a rookie mistake, getting ourselves bogged on the way to Beachport.

Plus we fall in love with a quaint coastal village and witness the most spectacular sunset while driving one of Australia’s most sensational scenic roads.

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After 4.5 years full time around the country and over 160,000km, we’ve learned a thing or two about road safety! This week we’re sharing the most important information and tips for keeping yourself and your family safe on the road.

From the essential education every traveller should undertake before hitting the road, to the must have gear, and easy vehicle maintenance tips to ensure your road trip will be a safe and memorable one.

This is a must listen episode for everyone travelling Australia!

We head out with Reel Screamer Charters for an awesome day on the water and reel in a huge catch of King George Whiting, Gar Fish and Squid! We cook up freshly caught tuna for lunch and Katie comes face to face with a 4kg crayfish! Plus we visit South Australia’s most beautiful beach for an incredible afternoon of family fun.

The South Australian coastline just keeps getting better and better! This is a true hidden gem and quaint little fishing village with the most beautiful coastal views and unreal fishing!

We get out and explore many of the coastal drives and cook up a fresh catch of King George Whiting, one of Australia’s best eating fish!

Plus we learn how to rake for blue swimmer crabs on an awesome tour with Kim from Catch and Cook World Tour, and enjoy the spoils of our labour over a long delicious lunch.

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This week we set up camp on the stunning Yorke Peninsula, a South Aussie local secret, at the spectacular Wauraltee Beach. One of 19 beach and bush camps on the Yorke, Wauraltee Beach is located on the western side of the peninsula and allows absolute beach front camping for self-sufficient campers.

This has quickly become one of our favourite beachfront locations and is a must for your South Australian touring list!

Plus we talk essential gear to compliment your beach camping adventures, and we hope to see you at the Let’s Go South Australia Caravan, Camping and Outdoor Show this 14-18 February 2024 as we’ll be there every day chatting about our SA travels!

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After 4 years of full time travel around the country, we’re sharing our top tips and hacks for packing your van, keeping your belongings safe and secure, and staying within your weight restrictions.

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This episode we hit the road for Outback South Australia, and set up camp on Mount Little Station, 400km north of Adelaide. This destination is an off road, off grid dream and makes the perfect base for exploring the central and northern Flinders Ranges.

We day trip to Blinman and Parachilna, drive some of the most scenic 4WD tracks we’ve ever explored, experience the rich culture of the region and stop in at one of Australia’s quirkiest pubs located in the middle of nowhere!

No matter whether you’ve experienced the Flinders before or not, this week’s episode will have you hitching the van, packing your bags and hitting the road for Outback South Australia!

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Jasper gets hands on at Benson Park, feeding the farm animals, riding the ponies and playing with the jumping goats! And we take an unforgettable tractor ride down to the mighty Murray River to take in a spectacular sunset.

Then we head to Crabtree Farm in Goolwa, a boutique farm stay close to the mouth of the Murray on the Fleurieu Peninsua. Katie meets up with the Naked Baker, and Jasper rides the Cockle Train between Goolwa and Victor Harbour.

We’re staying at the Big4 Renmark on the banks of the beautiful Murray River and enjoy a week in this incredible resort style caravan park. There’s so much to do here for everyone, from all the water activities, to the fantastic facilities available within the grounds.

Jasper gets hooked on fishing for Carp, and we explore the region including the best spot to take in a spectacular riverland sunset.

Plus, we chat through our Zone RV off grid set up and the Redarc total vehicle management system that powers the van and keeps us off grid for longer!

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We have 5 days to travel over 2000km to catch a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne for the Australian Community TV Awards. We take the coast road following the Pacific Highway, and find some awesome new Hipcamp properties along the way including a beautiful riverfront camp just south of Coffs Harbour and a unique farm stay in Sydney’s Southern Highlands.

Plus, we’re sharing all the details of the awesome products included in our Ultimate Touring Australia giveaway valued over $35,0000, and we’re answering your top 10 questions on travelling Australia including home-schooling, fuel consumption, how much money we make from YouTube and much more!

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If you’re dreaming of tackling Cape York and towing your caravan to the tip of Australia, this series will show you how to get yourself and your equipment up and back safely without damage or breaking anything! There’s so much more to this incredible part of Australian than epic 4WD tracks and crazy river crossings, and we’re excited to share the beauty of Cape York with you!

We set off from Cooktown and travel to Archer River Roadhouse, getting our first taste of the dirt roads, dust and corrugations, and meet up with our mate Tony who runs tag-along tours to the Cape. For the next 15 days we’ll be hanging out with Tony and his tour group as we ‘tag-along’ to the tip and take in all the highlights including Iron Range National Park, Weipa, Bramwell Station, the Old Telegraph Track, Gunshot, Palm Creek, the Jardine River Crossing, Seisia, Thursday Island, and of course the Tip of Australia!

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This episode we travel to Mossman in beautiful Tropical North Queensland, before making our way further north to Rossville Retreat at Black Mountain National Park, just south of Cooktown on Cape York Peninsula.

Paul has an unexpected accident and winds up in Emergency at Mossman Hospital – we’re keeping everything crossed he will be fit and healthy to continue on our Cape York adventure over the next few weeks.

Plus, we talk you through our exact off grid cinema set up including the products we have used for the past 3 years on the road, how we connect and use the system when camping remotely and our recommendations for an awesome movie night in for your next camping trip.

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We say goodbye to Karumba and travel 450km to Cobbold Gorge in the heart of the Savannah Gulf region. A private property opened to the public to experience the ancient landscape and spectacular beauty of this outback location, Cobbold Gorge offers guided tours and various styles of accommodation including powered and unpowered camping. The Gorge Tour is world class and showcases the incredible landscape and unique Aussie wildlife that call this environment home including freshwater crocodiles, and includes the newly installed glass bottom bridge, not for the faint hearted!

Then we travel 230km further east and set up camp at Undara Experience, now owned and operated by Discovery Parks. We pack in the adventure with 2 tours of the incredible and ancient lava tubes, the Archway Explorer and Wildlife at Sunset. This is such a fascinating environment, with access to the Undara Volcanic National Park only available to those staying onsite or booked on one of their many tours.

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Our first stop is to Cloncurry, to fill our water tanks and pick up supplies, before we overnight at the historic (and recently reopened) Quamby Hotel. This fantastic little pub in one of the most remote places in the country allows camping out back, and serves up great meals, cold drinks and plenty of smiles.

Then, we push on to Karumba, driving through Normanton and taking in the sights of the famous Purple Pub, and Krys the 8 metre crocodile! We set up camp at the Karumba Sunset Point Caravan Park and experience everything this town has to offer including the Les Wilson Barramundi Centre and the Sunset Tavern. Plus, Paul has a brilliant day aboard Kerry D’s Fishing Charter and catches more fish in one day than he has his entire life! We give the new air fryer a run and cook up freshly caught fish and chips… delicious!

Our first stop is historic Charters Towers, before making our way through the Dinosaur Country of Hughenden and Richmond. We visit the fascinating Kronosaurus Korner and camp off grid in the town’s low cost RV park.

Then we continue further west to the ghost town of Mary Kathleen, located between Cloncurry and Mt Isa, and cook up the best campfire dessert we have ever tried! Only 2 ingredients (and one of them is healthy!), this is one every member of the tribe will love!

Tony shares his inspirational story of finding a way out of adversity, and the challenges of losing it all during the Christchurch, New Zealand earthquakes. After moving his young family to Australia to rebuild their lives and livelihoods, Tony has built a successful 4x4 tagalong company that shares the excitement of traveling to remote locations both in Australia and New Zealand, and all the adventure along the way, in a safe guided tour.

A qualified 4x4 instructor and Savannah Guide, Tony’s story will inspire you to face challenges head on, and make the most out of whatever life throws you to not only survive but thrive.

We started in South East Queensland and travelled through Outback New South Wales, through Outback South Australia and the Northern Territory, to Uluru and Kata Tjuta National Park! We conquered Kings Canyon, braved Alice Springs, drove the Barkley Highway, camped at a Ghost Town, found dinosaurs in Outback Queensland, soaked in the great artesian basin hot springs and so much more!

This episode we are sharing all the details, where we stayed, the kilometres we travelled, the total cost of fuel, our favourite experiences, the good, the bad and everything in between.

This episode we’re sharing our review of the Zone RV Sojourn Family Off Road Caravan including everything we love, all the things we were originally unsure about and where they sit now after 12 months of travel, plus all the features we would change.

We’ll walk and talk you through the external features of the van including the draw bar and Cruisemaster DO35 hitch, black jack, electric awning and step, water tanks, solar panels and lithium battery set up, ATX suspension, and brakes. Then we’ll take you inside to discuss how the living space, storage and interior design holds up to the realities of full time travel.

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This episode we travel from Charleville in Western Queensland 455km to Chinchilla, and camp at a fantastic bush camp on the lagoon. We are the home stretch now, having already travelled over 7500km on our Uluru road trip.

But first we stop through Roma and visit the Big Rig, a great tourist attraction with a sound and light night show that explores the history of the region.

Then we are headed back to the Gold Coast to close off this epic road trip adventure to the Red Centre!

We’ve driven over 7500km across a 28 day period to complete this mini lap of Australia – a road trip we believe every Aussie should experience in their lifetime!

Set on a 40,000 acre private grazing property, this Hipcamp is one you’ll definitely want to stay at when travelling through inland Queensland.

We cook up baked potatoes on the campfire, run a bath in the big yellow tub and soak in the healing waters of the Great Artesian Basin, and Paul sets up the projector on the back of the caravan to watch the Maroons bring it home in the State of Origin football.

Plus we show you how we clean our solar panels on the roof of the Zone RV, using our trust Adventure Pumps 12v pump.

Then we are off to Charleville, to another fantastic off grid campsite.

Our epic road trip from South East Queensland to the incredible Red Centre – Uluru and Kata Tjuta – the beating heart of Central Australia, is underway!

We’ll be driving approximately 7500km over a 28 day period to complete this mini lap of Australia – a road trip we believe every Aussie should experience in their lifetime!

This town is awesome with so much on offer for every style of traveller and is one of the safest and welcoming towns we have visited during our travels! We set up camp at the local’s favourite off grid waterhole just on the outskirts of town, and share our top experiences and must do’s when visiting this vibrant outback town.

Our top picks include the Australian Age of Dinosaurs, the Lark Quarry Dinosaur Stampede with Red Dirt Tours, the world class Waltzing Matilda Centre, and the quirky Musical Fence.

And with 4 pubs on the main street including the famous North Gregory Hotel and the quintessential Australian, there are plenty of great options when grabbing a meal or drink during happy hours.

This episode we travel 320km from Devils Marbles, Karlu Karlu Conservation Reserve, to Barkley Homestead in the Northern Territory. We’re travelling on a road we’ve never driven before, the Barkley Highway that runs between the NT and Queensland, which has recently reopened after flood waters conflicted a lot of damage to the road earlier in the year. Our first overnight is at the recently reopened Barkley Homestead, in their large off grid camping area. The Barkley Homestead has suffered major flood and fire damage over the last 12 months, and has finally reopened their restaurant, campground and fuel station to campers and travellers by.

We then hit the road heading east and cross the border into Outback Queensland. We set up camp half way between Mt Isa and Cloncurry, in the ghost town of Mary Kathleen. Once a bustling town servicing one of the world’s most lucrative uranium mines, Mary Kathleen has a fascinating story and an incredible history worth exploring.

There is so much to explore around Alice Springs including the incredible East and West McDonnell Ranges! We talk common safety concerns and how to make the most of your stay when visiting this incredible region of outback Australia.

Then we travel further north to Devils Marbles, Karlu Karlu Conservation Reserve and have a close encounter of the UFO kind! One of the strangest things we have ever seen across our 4 years of travel!

Plus we meet one of the most inspirational humans, travelling Australia by bicycle!

We stop at Curtin Springs Station to fill our water tanks before making our way to the Discovery Parks Kings Canyon Resort, on the outskirts of the Watarrka National Park.

If you are planning a visit to Kings Canyon, this episode will give you all the details on where to stay, and the different hikes available within the National Park including the incredible and bucket list item, the Canyon Rim Walk. Plus we experience Bruce Munro’s incredible new art installation, Light Towers.

This episode we’re sharing everything you need to know before travelling to this iconic national park including where to stay, essential items to bring, what to do during your stay and some hot tips to make sure this epic road trip is one you’ll remember for a lifetime!

Plus we share a full review of our new Stratus Outdoors camp chairs and cook up a delicious Aussie lemon myrtle and white chocolate beer damper on the Weber.

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We camp overnight at the Kulgera Roadhouse, then travel on to Curtin Springs Station, on our way to Uluru. The battle of the bowser continues as we fill up with the most expensive fuel we’ve ever found anywhere around the country, and we share our tips for travelling with kids including schooling on the road.

We free camp at Lake Hart, stop in to see the rockets and missiles at the Woomera Prohibited Area and stay at one of our all time favourite Hipcamp properties in Coober Pedy.

Plus we cook up a delicious potato bake on the Weber and get a sneak peek into life underground in this unique outback town.

We catch up with a bunch of crazy awesome humans taking part in the Shitbox Rally, raising funds for the Cancer Council of Australia, and we stay under an endless sky at the Starview Primitive Campsite at the spectacular Living Desert. Plus we share our Top 10 experiences to fill your days and tick off your bucket list when visiting Broken Hill.

Then we travel over the South Australian border and free camp in Peterborough, a quiet country town that was once the epicentre for Australia’s rail network.

Traveling Outback NSW + Broken Hill Australia's First Mining town - https://youtu.be/DD0cnnMca_Y

RV Camping Off Grid in Outback NSW - Living Off Grid in a Desert - https://youtu.be/GI4UHTCH7JY

Mad Max Film location Australia + Silverton Outback NSW - https://youtu.be/JkEnHEnXxY0

This episode we travel from our hometown of the Gold Coast, south west to Cobar, Outback New South Wales. We free camp behind a pub, stay at a country golf club, and camp in the rich red dirt at Meralda Station. What an awesome start!

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Plus we commence planning for our epic 7,500km road trip journey to the Red Centre and Uluru!

Check out these awesome Hipcamp properties in South East Queensland!

Pim’s Mountain Retreat - https://www.hipcamp.com/en-AU/land/queensland-pims-mountain-retreat-6p0h9y0o?map_layers=nationalParksAu&adults=1&children=0

The Logan River Retreat – https://www.hipcamp.com/en-AU/land/queensland-logan-river-retreat-6p0h9wn7?adults=1&children=0&search_source=land-autocomplete

River Foreshore Camping - https://www.hipcamp.com/en-AU/land/queensland-river-foreshore-y0zhe09v?adults=1&children=0

This episode we’re answering all your questions about life on the road, travelling Australia, our upcoming plans, and much more!

Join us for a Feel Good update on everything happening behind the scenes!

We’ve had some unexpected issues arise with the vehicle that need fixing straight away, so we’ve changed our travel plans for the next few weeks to get that sorted. Plus, we’ve got lots of exciting plans coming up including a tag-along off road caravan tour through the spectacular Gulf Savannah. Check out all the details here - https://4x4treks.com.au/gulf_savannah

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We’re taking you through the entire process of the build, all the different stages, the new innovative products that have been installed and all the changes we’ve made to accommodate our full time travelling off grid lifestyle.

Shoutout to the team at McCormacks 4WD for their awesome workmanship and bringing the build to life - https://mccormacks4wd.com.au

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Despite travelling full time around Australia for over 3.5 years this is our first time towing our caravan (21ft) on the beach and we are definitely a little nervous. We’re sharing all the information and tips you need to know including tyre pressures, driving gears, speed, campground fees, road rules and safety information plus our good mate Tony from Australian 4x4 Treks shares his Sand Driving Masterclass.

With incredible waterfront views and spectacular sunsets, this off grid property is definitely one for your must stay list! We stop for Katie’s birthday lunch at a quaint country pub with a fantastic story, and unexpectedly drive over Queensland’s oldest bridge… that was an experience!

Plus Katie shares her top 7 hacks for cleaning the interior of your RV. From fans and window screens, to air-conditioning filters and how to deep clean your washing machine. You’ll love these hacks that will save you time and money!

* This information is a guide only and is not intended to take the place of professional advice. We would recommend you speak with your RV manufacturer for specific maintenance advice relating to your set up and associated products.

It doesn’t matter what your set-up or camping style is, this guide is full of tips, tricks and advice on how best to look after your RV. From simple fixes and preventative tips to more detailed advice on specific areas, these are the things that you can manage in between getting your RV serviced by the professionals.

This episode is proudly brought to you by our mates at Adventure Pumps – extend your time camping off grid with their fantastic 12v water transfer pump kit! Take advantage of our 10% Discount - https://adventurepumps.com.au (ENTER FEELGOOD DISCOUNT CODE).

Known as Splitters Farm, what they have built over the last 3 years during Covid is incredible, with a full powered caravan park section, unpowered bush camping, retro van glampers and the most stylish glamping tents we have ever seen! All this is set on their 160 acre farm that takes in rescue animals from all across the state. If you love animals and unique camping locations, you’ll love Splitters!

Plus we give you the round up of the best things to see and do while in Bundy, including the incredible Lady Musgrave Island experience!

Adventure Pumps is a new Aussie business with a 12v water transfer pump that will help you go further and stay longer when camping off grid around the country. We have been road testing the Adventure Pump over the last few months and it is a total gamechanger for how long we can stay off grid, and how easy it is to transfer water from our jerry cans into the caravan. No more syphoning, no more needing to hook up and tow the van to a water source!

Also in this episode, we head for Bundaberg to catch up with some friends who have created an amazing farm stay experience and RV park.

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We stay at Kenilworth Rural Camping in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. This beautiful campground is an easy walk from the centre of town to enjoy a delicious cheese platter at Kenilworth Dairies. We cool off at the local pool and visit the enchanted Fig Tree Forest for a family friendly hike. Then we head 135km north to Blue Gums River Retreat, a stunning off grid campground located only half an hour south of Maryborough on the Fraser Coast.

This episode we camp off grid at a fantastic Hipcamp in Belli Park, nestled within the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. We cook up the perfect potatoes in the campfire, and explore the region including a hike to Kondalilla Falls and a visit to the world famous Eumundi markets.

Check out the footage from our latest episodes on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel – https://www.youtube.com/@TheFeelGoodFamily This episode is proudly brought to you by our friends at Adventure Pumps – the essential RV off grid water transfer solution. Take advantage of our 10% Discount - https://adventurepumps.com.au/shop/ (ENTER: FEELGOOD DISCOUNT CODE).

Episode 2 of our 2 part series includes must have gear, storage solutions, safety and security, communications and preparing for off grid living. Last week’s Episode 1 detailed preparation, apps, maps and resources, and the education we recommend.

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After 100,000km and 3 years full time traveling Australia we are sharing a detailed breakdown of everything YOU NEED TO KNOW before hitting the road and travelling Australia. From planning to products, education, safety and security, apps and resources and everything in between.

Episode 1 of our 2 part series will detail preparation, apps, maps and resources, and the education we recommend. Episode 2 will include must have gear, storage solutions, safety and security, communications and preparing for off grid living.

Then we make our way further south towards Hervey Bay to kick off the repairs on the Landcruiser.

We overnight at BarraCrab in Clairview and get treated to an amazing display by the local dugongs, before free camping on the banks of the Calliope River.

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Katie shares a delicious and fresh watermelon salad, Jasper whips up some scrumptious chocolaty treats the kids will love, and we make some super cute DIY Christmas decorations using items we have home.

Plus we share our Top 5 gift ideas for every happy camper!

From our family to yours we wish you a very merry Christmas.

Check out the footage and recipes from our Christmas episode on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/T2FmoWcdesI

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We visit Australia’s highest permanent single drop waterfall, Wallaman Falls, and share our Top Tips for hiking with children.

Plus we visit the actual Pub with No Beer, made famous by Slim Dusty’s hit song of the same name, Paul gets creative harvesting mangoes and we whip up a delicious mango smoothie while camping in beautiful Bowen.

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We spend a wonderful few days at Ellis Beach Caravan Park, camped on the sand in their unpowered section that is postcard perfect with its swaying palm trees and turquoise coral sea lapping at the shore. Then we travel to Lucinda, a sleepy little coastal town that is home to the southern hemisphere’s longest service jetty – at almost 6km long it sure is a sight to see!

And we overnight at an indigenous owned cattle and horse ranch, Mungalla Station, and are blown away by its incredible history and spiritual connections.

Check out Buddy Cassady’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@murriesgonewalkabout

Thankfully none of us were hurt and we had immediate help on the scene to get us out of the vehicle and upright again. A few weeks post-accident and we are feeling very grateful to everyone involved, and are well underway with the repair process.

We get back on the road and stay at an incredible off grid campground in the heart of the world heritage listed Daintree Rainforest, and we have the entire place to ourselves!

We day trip to Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef, and come face to face with a spectacular cassowary! Plus we check out all the foodie delights that the region has to offer.

And, we hike through pristine rainforest to a secret waterfall on the Mossman river – the footage is sensational!

Check out the footage from our latest episodes on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel –

https://youtu.be/hw_Q8m3_1V4

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Eddie’s Elim Beach Campground is a must visit on your North Queensland itinerary, with its wild and untouched environment, absolute waterfront camping and spectacular coloured sands to explore.

Then we find another hidden gem nestled beside the spectacular Black Mountain range south of Cooktown, and camp off grid on a private airstrip at Rossville Retreat.

Check out the footage from our latest episode on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel –

https://youtu.be/3fE3vcAk-ws

We camp off grid at a fantastic new bush camp just out of town, and spend a week discovering the rich history, hidden gems and must do experiences of this remote North Queensland town.

Plus we have a yarn with a local family who have taken their own leap of faith, upending their lives and moving from the Sunshine Coast to Cooktown, to create their own sanctuary and share it with the world.

https://youtu.be/SkMWeUkeA5M

We stay at some amazing off-grid campgrounds in some spectacular locations along the east coast, before setting up camp in Cooktown ready to explore the far north region.

Judging by the campgrounds and destinations we’ve already experienced, Season 7, our off-grid lap of Australia, is going to be a cracker!

https://youtu.be/u5R9XrLaM20

We’re talking all things about the new Zone RV caravan, the Landcruiser 79 series, our favourite gear and must haves, how to make money on the road, favourite destinations around Australia, safety, security, personal relationships, homelife, future plans and much more!

We zigzag our way through northern New South Wales and back into Queensland, dodging rising flood waters and road closures, and head for the hills, the stunning green countryside of Killarney and Queen Mary Falls.

Then we catch up with our great mates from Nakie in Brisbane before experiencing a truly unique art museum where you become part of the picture!

https://youtu.be/j9faEzzQg_k

We say goodbye to Quilpie and backtrack through Charleville to the little town of Wyandra. Jasper and Katie cook up a soldiers fruit cake WW11 recipe on the Weber, before we make our way to Charlotte Plains, our new favourite off-grid outback campground. We enjoy endless hot artesian baths and an infinity of stars!

Check out the footage from our latest episode on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/HzLFe3WEbAM

We explore Quilpie in South West Queensland, the boys fossick for the famous boulder opal and we meet Australia’s largest dinosaur at the Eromanga Natural History Museum! 🦕

Check out the footage from our latest episode on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/eTN0vQNGRO8

We witness a unique daily weather event and get access to a modern day ‘school of the air’ live classroom lesson. We tour the fantastic Charleville Cosmos Centre and are left awe inspired from the experience of star gazing both at night and during the day.

Then we hit the road west and stop at a great pub in Australia’s smallest town, located on the longest road in Queensland.

We leave Roma and set up in Mitchell at a fantastic donation campground by the water, and soak up the health benefits of the great artesian basin. Then on to Charleville where we start to explore the many hidden gems including a WW11 secret base, a great outback campground, the fascinating story of a famous hotel and Charleville’s number one experience, the bilbies!

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First stop is Chinchilla, in Queensland’s Western Downs, where we set up camp on the banks of Charley Creek at a fantastic privately owned campground called Clover Hill Ranch. We spend a few days exploring the region, including a selfie at the Big Melon, fossicking for petrified wood, and have some fun at the world class Botanic Parklands.

Then it's on to Roma to take in a great night time experience at the Big Rig!

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With almost 5 years of full time family travel under their belt this family is not only inspirational, they’re also full of great information, tips and tricks, for other’s out there dreaming of living an RV lifestyle.

We’re talking the realities of living in a caravan with 6 people, home-schooling 4 children, the benefits of a travelling lifestyle and so much more!

4 Boys And A Caravan are a true inspiration for any family out there dreaming of packing up and hitting the road!

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We’ll talk through details including cupboard and storage spaces, new additions and all of our favourite features of the Van.

Plus we’ll share all the details on the styling and where we purchased all of the new items to compliment the beautiful interior space and turn this incredible off road caravan into the tiny home of our dreams!

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We hit the theme parks, taking Jasper for the first time ever to Paradise Country and Wet ‘n’ Wild. We experience farm life first hand, meet Shaun the Sheep and his mates and brave the waterslides during jam packed days of family fun.

https://youtu.be/NkyHfbutKwc

We pick up the van from Zone RV headquarters in Coolum Beach and head to Hangar O, an awesome off-grid campground located just north of Gympie for the full Zone RV handover experience.

Plus, Jasper launches his brand new YouTube Channel Jasperoo and presents his very own episode on one of his favourite places to visit on the Sunshine Coast.

Check out Hangar O off grid campground - https://youtu.be/ma2535WWDGY

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Check out the footage from our latest episode on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/J4fXZUu0tiQ

Located only a short 1.5 hour ferry journey from the Port of Brisbane, Moreton Island is an adventurer’s playground! We leave the van behind and enjoy a stay at Tangalooma Island Resort located on the western side of the island, and fill our week with some awesome activities and some very exciting four wheel driving!

This naturally beautiful paradise is bursting with wildlife and adventure!

Watch this episode on our Family Travel Podcast YouTube channel –

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_yYimcCnOLoizZ9GCtIw8g

Check out the footage from our latest episode on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/aX_Uspgd0fE

After almost 3 years and 90,000km of full time travel around Australia it is time to take our travel adventures to a new level! We have been dreaming of getting off-road for a long time now and are pinching ourselves that we’ll be driving those roads less travelled before we know it!

We are so proud to be Australian’s and feel privileged and honoured to share and showcase our lucky country to the rest of the world.

Plus, we give you a behind the scenes look at some epic shoot days filming the new product videos for this industry leading RV manufacturer.

Never give up on your dreams! If we can do it, so can you!

Check out the footage from our latest episode on our Family Travel Australia YouTube channel –

https://youtu.be/vsgwwk5J0Nc

From the Telstra Cel-Fi Go and Nighthawk wifi router, to personal satellite communications devices such as the Garmin In-reach Mini and telecommunications providers, this episode is jam packed with information and advice to keep you connected on your adventures.

Plus, we share our initial review of Starlink, the pros and cons and details of all the monthly costs.

And in breaking news we share an update on some big changes taking place with our travelling lifestyle!

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We visit beautiful Champagne Pools in the north and take in the serenity of an 80 year old shipwreck, the Maheno.

Jasper goes rouge exploring Eli Creek and we cook up some pizza on the Weber with the spectacular backdrop of Indian Head, enjoying the beach all to ourselves.

And we encounter an abundance of wildlife including osprey, dolphins and the famous Fraser Island dingoes.

https://youtu.be/7j46wmMxtWI

This episode is jam packed full of spectacular scenery and all the information you need to know before you visit this World Heritage listed island, including what 4WD gear you will need, a sand driving masterclass, where to stay and where to play!

We swim in stunning Lake McKenzie and cook up a sensational seafood saganaki on the Weber!

https://youtu.be/LjzjQq6Qn7Y

After sharing the Vanbassador stage at the Let’s Go Queensland Caravan and Camping Super Show in Brisbane with our good mates and hosts of Channel Seven’s Creek to Coast, it was great to sit down and have a yarn with Scotty Hillier and Olivia Degn, live from the Super Show.

We’re talking camping, fishing, filming and everything in between in this fun and fast paced episode!

https://youtu.be/k4n56QL5ORA

One of the biggest events on the calendar in Queensland, the Brisbane Super Show is a fantastic event for caravan and camping enthusiasts, showcasing over 1000 RVs and hundreds of products related to the industry.

This week we’re recording live from the Super Show with special guest Jason Plant, CEO of Caravanning Queensland Trade. We’re talking anything and everything to do with the Show, caravanning in Queensland, education and resources and the best destinations.

We'll be answering all your questions about travelling Australia, how to plan for your big trip, how to make money on the road, how to find work, how to save money and everything in between!

Plus we’ll be sharing stories from other travellers we have met on the road who are all making money to support their travels around this great country.

This episode will help plant the seed of an idea and get you inspired to create the lifestyle of your dreams!

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It’s time to Escape to Paradise with a Feel Good Getaway valued over $3,000.00! Thanks to Serendip B&B you could be enjoying a 3 night stay for up to 6 people at this tropical oasis set within the Gold Coast Hinterland. Plus our great mates at Nakie are throwing in a Feel Good Nakie Bundle including the world’s first 100% recycled hammock, bug net and rain tarp, puffy blanket and their yet to be released Nakie towel. These are our favourite products to relax with on the road! And you’ll enjoy an island escape with a fantastic day trip to beautiful South Stradbroke Island thanks to our good friends at Tipplers Café , including return Tipplers ferry transfers from Jacobs Well, a delicious lunch for you and your mates, and use of the Tipplers facilities including swimming, beach volleyball, nature walks, a playground for the kids, and make sure you take your fishing rod!

Abundant with natural wonders, there is so much to explore on North Stradbroke Island including the breathtaking North Gorge Walk, natural springs that are perfect for a cooling dip, and family friendly Brown Lake, great for a picnic or lazy day in the water.

Plus we share John’s secret Midge Buster Recipe to keep your campsite midge and mozzie free!

Welcome to Season 6! The ocean to the outback! For the remainder of 2022 we will be exploring every corner of Queensland, and we can’t wait to share it with you. We’ll be zigging and zagging, revisiting our favourite destinations and discovering new places, campgrounds and experiences.

But before we get the caravan wheels turning, we are discovering some of the gems of South East Queensland, the island getaways that make a perfect day trip or awesome overnighter within easy reach of Brisbane, the Gold Coast or the Sunshine Coast.

First up, we’re enjoying the secluded natural paradise of South Stradbroke Island for a fantastic camping trip at Tipplers campground. Plus, we are spoiled to a catch and cook experience with head chef of Tipplers café, Bec Gava, who is cooking up a delicious Thai style Spanish mackerel on the BBQ.

Following our Lessons from a Lap Year mini-series where we shared all the details on the mistakes that we’ve made, what we’ve learnt from others mistakes, and the things we would do differently after 80,000km and 2.5 years full time travelling Australia, we’re excited to take you back to the very beginning.

From attending our first caravan and camping show, deciding on what van to purchase, picking up our new 4WD and protecting our marriage by completing a towing course, to surviving our first week in the van…. to say we were overwhelmed and full of emotion was an understatement!

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Welcome to the big one, our final episode of our Lessons from a Lap Year mini-series where we are sharing the things we wished we had known before we hit the road, what we would do differently and the lessons we’ve learnt during our 2.5 years full time travelling Australia.

Plus, we share details on how to get your hands on our comprehensive Road Trip Ready E-book, including all the information from the mini-series, safety and towing checklists, budget templates, maps, apps and resources, our favourite recipes and so much more.

https://youtu.be/Pjbyk1gkra4

This week we are talking about our must have gear, what you need and don’t need for a basic set up, and how to keep yourself and your family safe on the road.

After 80,000km and 2.5 years full time travelling around Australia we are excited to be sharing our Lessons from a Lap Year mini-series. We’ll be sharing all the details on the mistakes that we’ve made, what we’ve learnt from others mistakes, and the things we would do differently. Plus, loads of great information, tips and tricks, resources and so much more.

If you are dreaming about hitting the road, planning your Big Lap, or already rolling around the country, this series will add value to your experience, no matter what stage you are in.

https://youtu.be/ied3p5AdTpg

For the next 3 weeks we will share all the details on the mistakes that we’ve made, what we’ve learnt from others mistakes, and the things we would do differently. Plus, loads of great information, tips and tricks, resources and so much more.

First up we’re discussing purchasing, planning and preparation, everything you need to know to get yourself road trip ready.

Our recommended budget template can be found at https://moneysmart.gov.au/budgeting/budget-planner

https://youtu.be/v90Ye4bpFe4

We zigzag our way from Port Melbourne to Queensland’s Fraser Coast, including some fantastic sights along the way, a couple of firsts for Jasper, a free experience that is out of this world and some well overdue family reunions.

Plus in our RV Newsroom we are discussing buyer beware when purchasing 2nd hand RV’s.

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This week we’re discussing the best of the best of Tassie! Including the best campgrounds, best foodie experiences, best waterholes, best tours and attractions, best free activities, the locals favourite, and Tassie’s #1 destination, as well as the must have apps, maps and resources that you’ll need to make the most of your time in Tasmania!

And, you asked for it and we listened! We’ve now released our complete 160 page Tasmanian Touring Guide E-Book Bundle - the complete guide to getting around this extra ordinary island state!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we are discussing the Australian Tourism Awards Winners for 2021.

https://youtu.be/Sl484AvJSoY

This week’s road trip includes the sights and tastes of Tasmania’s capital city, the number 1 tour to immerse yourself in Hobart’s pristine alpine environment, historic countryside villages, a museum all about poo, World Heritage-listed estates, and a fantastic mix of caravan parks and off grid campgrounds.

Remember to download your FREE Road Trip Itinerary Quick Guide from our website, and grab yourself a copy of our comprehensive E-book to plan out your Heritage Highway adventure!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we are discussing safety precautions when travelling in the Outback.

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Welcome to Tasmania! For the next 10 weeks we will be sharing The Ultimate Road Trip series Designed to help you choose your own adventure when you visit this spectacular island state!

Tassie boasts the cleanest air in the world, Australia’s tallest sea cliffs, unique native wildlife, world class experiences, incredibly talented people, outstanding food and beverage, fascinating history, and it is abundant with epic scenery perfectly presented for touring no matter what vehicle you are in.

Every itinerary we have created has been designed to explore and discover a drive journey across a 7 day timeframe, with the flexibility to take more or less time, string a few trips together, or complete them all! It’s up to you!

And to get your planning started and as a as a gift from us, you can download our free Road Trip Itinerary Quick Guides from our website that accompany each journey, alternatively if you want the full experience you can purchase our comprehensive e-books that share the finer details of where to stay, what to do, what to pack and so much more.

Plus as an added bonus, if you purchase any of our comprehensive e-book itineraries, we will gift you our free audio book, The Taste of Tassie , The Complete Guide To Eating And Drinking Your Way Around The Apple isle!

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This week’s road trip includes spectacular and iconic wilderness areas, a day trip through the beautiful Tamar Valley, hands on experiences with seahorses, the elusive platypus and some cheeky echidna, the site of the infamous Beaconsfield mine rescue, quaint historic villages, the National Penny Farthing Championships, and a fantastic farm stay in the heart of the city. Plus we celebrate Katie’s birthday in style at World Heritage-Listed Cradle Mountain, and Jasper starts school on the road!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we discuss the recent Caravan Industry Association of Australia Consumer Sentiment Report for 2022.

Remember to download your free Road Trip Itinerary Quick guide from our website, and grab yourself a copy of our comprehensive E-book to plan out your city to Cradle adventure!

This week’s road trip includes beautiful beachside villages, a locals favourite seafood restaurant, a unique night time wildlife experience, one of Tasmania’s tallest waterfalls, a day trip through the countryside, crystal clear swimming rock pools, endless white sand beaches, Paul’s delicious ocean trout on the Weber, and more of Tassie’s fantastic off grid free campgrounds!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we continue our discussions on the wild weather events that are impacting the mainland of Australia.

Remember to download your free Road Trip Itinerary Quick Guide from our website, and grab yourself a copy of our comprehensive E-book to plan out your visit to Tassie’s stunning east coast!

This week’s road trip includes an incredible day trip to the historic and stunning Maria Island, quaint fishing villages, a locals favourite seafood experience, wine tasting with a view, the spectacular Wineglass Bay, National Park short walks, a world class wildlife experience, Paul’s favourite off grid campsite and so much more!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we are discussing the wild weather events that are impacting the mainland of Australia and how to be prepared.

Remember to download your free Road Trip Itinerary Quick guide from our website, and grab yourself a copy of our comprehensive E-book to discover the treasures of Tassie’s stunning East Coast!

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This week’s road trip includes the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, McHenry Gin Distillery, Port Arthur Lavender Farm, the Pickers Pantry & Pear Shed Gallery, the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry, stunning natural environments, a fantastic campground, and our favourite tour of all time!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we are discussing the upcoming Caravan and Camping Shows and Expos around the country.

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This week’s road trip includes a stunning cruise down the Huon River, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest dolomite cave, soaring high above the tree tops at Tahune Adventures, a visit to the famous Wooden Boat Centre, the Glen Huon Organic Dairy, Willie Smith’s Apple Shed, cider tastings, Tassie’s surfing sushi chef, grazing plates of the regions finest produce, the southernmost point of Australia, and two of our favourite campgrounds of all time. This episode is a foodies dream!

Plus in our RV newsroom we are discussing the widowmaker and dangers of camping under large gum trees this summer!

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This week we are exploring the North West of Tasmania, the coastal drive between Stanley and Devonport. Including the Nut, an ancient volcano, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest cool temperate rainforest, the Tarkine, the Penguin Beer company, and real fairy penguins, the Don River Railway, Table Cape Lighthouse, Australia’s #1 veteran car collection, some of Tasmania’s best wine, and a great mix of powered and off grid campsites.

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Off the back of our first YouTube livestream, where we answered over 50 questions about full time travel, destinations, experiences, life on the road, how we survive together 24/7, vehicles, products, safety and everything in between, we will be sharing the Top 10 questions in this special edition travelling Australia Q&A podcast.

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This week we’re continuing our epic week of travel between Perth, Western Australia and Bordertown, South Australia as we race our way towards Port Melbourne and the Spirit of Tasmania, dodging hotspots and restricted areas as we go.

We set off from Kalgoorlie, the gold capital of Western Australia, and travel 690km to Cocklebiddy along the Nullarbor Plain. Then a further 680km to Penong, crossing the South Australia border and quarantine checkpoint in Ceduna.

We stay at the Melrose showgrounds in country South Australia, with the beautiful backdrop of Mount Remarkable, then overnight at Bordertown before transiting through Victoria to board the Spirit of Tasmania for a 430km sail to Devonport.

It’s a huge week of travel through some of the country’s most breathtaking landscapes and we can’t wait to share it with you!

Plus in our RV newsroom we’re talking all things country music, with the 50th anniversary of Tamworth’s premiere country music festival being postponed due to new Covid safety practices in NSW.

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We take you back to Western Australia, as we travel over 800km between Perth and Kalgoorlie. Our first stop is Wave Rock, an incredible natural formation millions of years in the making, and iconic Western Australia landmark. Then we hit the sights in Kalgoorlie for a full day exploring including a fantastic tram tour, a visit to the Kalgoorlie Super Pit gold mine, and some fun at the dinosaur discovery centre.

Then it’s time to hit the road to commence one of Australia’s most iconic road trips, crossing the Nullarbor and the Great Australian Bight.

Plus in our RV newsroom we’re discussing a fantastic initiative by the Victorian Government to keep drivers revived on major roads over the busy holiday period.

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Our Christmas in a Caravan recipes include a delicious and easy Coconut Lemon & Lime Slice on the Weber, Peach Panzanella Summer Salad, Gingerbread Biscuits on the Weber, DIY Salt Dough Decorations & Gift Tags plus a super fun Gingerbread Martini the adults will love!

But first we catch up with full time travelling family the Hungerford’s, and discuss life on the road with kids and a dog, how traveling Australia has changed their lives and perspectives, schooling on the road and much more.

Plus in our RV newsroom we’re revealing some exciting news for The Feel Good Family coming up in 2022.

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This week we take in some impressive natural wonders between Kalbarri and Perth including the brilliant pink landscape of Hutt Lagoon’s epic salt lake, and the fascinating resilience of the regions leaning river gums.

We overnight at Milligan Island, a fantastic beach side off grid campsite before settling in for a 3 night stay at Thomson Brook Estate, a boutique winery just 2 hours south of the city.

We day trip to the coast and ride the iconic Busselton Jetty Express, and explore the quaint country towns of the Ferguson Valley including the world’s largest dam mural.

Plus in our RV newsroom we’re discussing the new compliance laws coming into place in July 2022 for Australian RV manufacturers and importers, and what the new laws mean for consumers.

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This episode we continue our travels along Western Australia’s spectacular Coral Coast.

We travel 900km south from Exmouth stopping at stunning Coral Bay, famous for their manta ray swims, and we spend a few days exploring the sleepy seaside village of Kalbarri.

We visit the National Park, renowned for its incredible beauty, unique sandstone formations, abundant wildflowers, and world class skywalk experience.

Plus in our RV Newsroom we’re discussing a new feel good partnership between Australian electronics manufacturer Redarc and not for profit Orange Sky.

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Boasting one of the largest reef systems in the world, and famous for its whale sharks, this spectacular and remote part of Western Australia’s coral coast is a bucket list destination!

We make the most of the pristine environment by spending our days exploring the underwater wonderland, teaching Jasper to snorkel, and playing along the endless stretch of coastline.

This episode will have you dreaming of your WA escape!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we’re discussing ‘no shows’ and changes to National Parks booking systems, and the closing of world famous Cable Beach to make way for nesting turtles.

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Often referred to as a ghost town, Cossack is alive with history, with many of its original buildings restored to their former glory, and we take a step back in time to lean all about this once bustling port of the North West.

We have an unexpected trip to the local hospital and Paul shares his verdict on our recently installed lithium batteries, and gives an overview on grey tank requirements and options for becoming fully self-contained.

Plus in our RV Newsroom we’re discussing the important safety checks every RV’er should do ahead of this year’s busy summer holidays.

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We travel 460km west to Point Samson, and day trip to Dampier, home of “The Pilbara Wanderer” AKA Red Dog, and are surprised at just how much there is on offer at this small coastal town!

We visit the Woodside LNG plant for an interactive and educational insight into Western Australia’s largest natural gas operations, and marvel at the world’s largest and oldest concentration of indigenous rock art, over 1 million artworks believed to be 47,000 years old!

Plus in our RV Newsroom we’re discussing the recently launched ACCC surveys for purchasers of new caravans, focused on the sales process and faults with new vans.

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This week we travel 375km from Broome and spend a week camping at Eighty Mile Beach, a truly spectacular coastline along Australia’s north west. We spend our days exploring, 4WDing and beach combing on our very own private stretch of paradise.

At 220km it is the longest uninterrupted beach in Western Australia, and one of the world’s most important feeding grounds for migratory birds. And we have an incredible family experience, witnessing the flat back turtles nesting on the beach at night.

Plus in our RV Newsroom we’re discussing Industry standards, RV road safety, and changes to governing regulations.

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In Series 1, we’ll be adventuring through South Australia, sharing our picks on where to stay and where to play. We’ll say G’day to a few true Aussie characters, and check out unique experiences that make this southern land so good. Feel Good RoadTrips is proudly presented by Stratus Outdoors.

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People travel to Oklahoma for eclipse from as far as Australia and India

IDABEL, Okla. ( KSLA /Gray News) — People from all parts of the globe came to the southeast Oklahoma town of Idabel to experience the Great American Eclipse’s path of totality.

Retired science teacher and eclipse expert Glenn Hughes, of Sydney, Australia, was originally planning to watch from Dallas, but came to Idabel at the last minute due to the fog.

“It’s going to be mind blowing. It’s like someone goes, ‘Bang!’, and the lights turn off. The cars will have to turn their headlights on, streetlights are going to come on, and if it’s cloudy, it’s going to be even darker than usual,” Hughes, who’s seen eight eclipses in his lifetime, said before Monday’s event.

He’s been interested in eclipses since he was 8 years old in Australia.

“You have to wait to see it if you’ve never seen one. It’s just amazing how the lights go out,” Hughes added.

Hughes’ grandsons, Freddy and Zack Beck, also of Sydney, Australia, were with him.

“A long journey. There was quite a bit of panic in the car from Dallas, where we were visiting our grandparents,” Freddy Beck said.

“I’m looking forward to when it’s totality,” Zach Beck said.

One man came to Idabel from India, via San Diego and Dallas.

“I’m from a farmer’s family, and the ranches and the houses are so beautiful here,” he remarked. “My daughter was asking me to purchase something!”

He said he has seen both solar and lunar eclipses throughout his lifetime.

“The total atmosphere is totally enchanted by this eclipse. So many cars, and families and small children. And there are very big binoculars and machinery they’re using to cover the eclipse,” he said. “This is very encouraging to me, also. I have taken a few clips and I’m going to show the eclipse to my friends so that they can also get encouragement.”

Malin, another visitor from India, landed in Dallas on Sunday, but wound up in Idabel. He’s seen many eclipses across the world and gathered information on this one for eight years.

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Travel to Sydney, Australia – Episode 537

Travel to Sydney, Australia - What to do, what to see and what to eat in Australia's largest city

Hear about travel to Sydney, Australia as the Amateur Traveler talks to Roma Small from RoamingRequired.com about her hometown.

Roma says, “It’s one of the most fantastic cities in the world. It’s absolutely stunning and I think everyone should go to Sydney at least once in their life. ”

Must do list:

Opera House
Harbour Bridge (BridgeClimb at twilight)
Beaches (Cronulla, Bondi, Manly, Freshwater, Coogee, Bronte)
Explore the shops (including Sydney Tower Eye – aka Centrepoint Tower), Paddy’s Markets (great for souvenirs), Pitt St Mall (car free)
Taronga Zoo (catch the ferry over from Circular Quay)
Bondi to Coogee walk
Catch a ferry to Manly to walk the Promenade.
Other Ferry trips:
Cockatoo Island – UNESCO world heritage site – operated as a convict penal establishment. Great harbour views.
Fort Denison – former penal site and defensive facility, now a museum, tourist attraction, restaurant. Great harbour views.

When to visit / Festivals in Sydney:

Sydney Festival: Jan (Celebrating Sydney (Theatre, Arts, Dance comedy, Cabaret, Family)
Vivid Sydney: May/June
Sculpture by the Sea: Oct/November
Spring racing carnival at Royal Randwick & Rosehill Gardens: Nov
Mardi gras: March

Suburb/pockets for specific ethnic cuisine we covered:

Eastwood and Hurstville for Chinese
Auburn, Lakemba, Punchbowl for Turkish / Lebanese
Cabramatta & Campbelltown for Vietnamese

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Chris, I thought that Ralph did a fabulous job describing the incredibly beautiful Maramure? region in Northern Romania. Our family visited the area in 2009 and we too were struck by the lack of mechanization and dependence on manual labor and farm animals for all aspects of agricultural production. We saw multi-generational families working in the fields with homemade scythes and wooden rakes with horse drawn wagons being used to transport almost everything. The wooden churches were special and we particularly enjoyed the vivid frescoes in the church at Desesti which were painted in the late 1790s. A couple of things that we enjoyed that were not mentioned include the elaborately carved wooden doors and gates you find in many of the villages and trees adorned with with pots and pans indicating that there is a daughter available for marriage (still true today!). We stayed in a small B&B run by Ioan Pop in the village of Hoteni. Also known as Popicu, Ioan is a national cultural treasure who is one of the best known folk musicians in the country. Not only will you be served hearty local fare (and potent, homemade p?linc?) while staying there but you’ll also be treated to impromptu performances. Hoteni is a perfect spot to base your explorations of the region from. Independent travel is the way to go when in Maramures. You’ll need a car and nerves of steel navigating roads that can have extraordinary sized potholes and you’ll be challenged by very aggressive drivers. Keep up the great work. John

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Chris : Amateur Traveler episode 537. Today, the Amateur Traveler talks about harbors and beaches, flying foxes, and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair as we go to Sydney, Australia.

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Chris : Welcome to the Amateur Traveler. I’m your host Chris Christensen. We’ll hear more from our sponsor in a little bit. But first, let’s talk about Sydney, Australia.

I’d like to welcome to the show Roma Small from roamingrequired.com who has come to talk to us about Sydney, Australia. Roma, welcome to the show.

Roma : Thanks for having me, Chris.

Chris : Now, we have already done a show on Sydney, Australia. You’re gonna have a hard time finding it in the archives. It was the second episode of the Amateur Traveler. So it was done almost eleven and a half years ago. So for some reason, it seems like it might be useful to revisit that.

And, Roma, you have spent some time living in Sydney, although, right now, you’re in London. What’s your connection to Sydney?

Roma : Well, Sydney is my hometown. I grew up just outside Sydney. But I spent numerous years there. And I still call it home.

Chris : Excellent. And why should somebody go to Sydney, Australia?

Roma : Oh geez, Chris, it’s one of the most fantastic cities in the world. It’s absolutely stunning. And I think everyone should go to Sydney at least once in their life.

Chris : Excellent. And what do you recommend when you have friends who are coming to visit you for the first time in Sydney? What kind of itinerary would you recommend for them?

Roma : Well, I recommend that people sort of spend three to four days in the CBD area. One day, I think everyone should go to Manly, which is on the north shore. And then you can spend another day visiting the zoo. We have a theme park on the north side of the city called Luna Park, which is a bit kitsch but fun, and I think everyone should go to Bondi and the beaches for one, maybe two days, depending on the weather.

Chris : Okay. Now, you started in what I assumed is the downtown. But you had a different name for it.

Roma : CBD, Central Business District, I guess that’s what we call Central Sydney.

Chris : Yep. And would you do in Central Business District? First of all, you say “Central Business District,” and people think “city.” What makes the CBD in Sydney stand out from any other city?

Roma : Well, it’s not actually that big. There’s five, six key blocks in the city that you could do on foot from one end to another in 40 minutes, maybe a little bit longer if you’re in really sky-high high-heels, which I have done. But I would recommend flats these days, obviously. So in those six blocks, there’s lots of things to do. You can go from Circular Quay to Darling Harbour, which are two key water areas in the CBD. You’ve got parks and loads of restaurants, cafes, bars, lots of things you can do in that six-block radius.

Chris : Okay. Well, let’s do that in a little more detail. So you started us in Circular Quay. And for those people who don’t know, we’re spelling quay quay. But it’s pronounced key. And Circular Quay is along the Sydney Harbour, which is, of course, one of the things that makes Sydney so magnificent is the beautiful harbor area, and a restaurant area. But what else are we doing in Circular Quay?

Roma : Circular Quay is a key area in the city, so lots of ferries. That is the main ferry terminal.

Chris : And that was “a key area” with a K-E-Y.

Roma : So you’ve got all the ferries that run around the city all come into Circular Quay. So it is your central point. If you’re looking to take a ferry to Manly, which I would highly recommend, or into one of the smaller islands that we have around the harbor, you can get it from Circular Quay. There is more restaurants than I can give you…

Chris : Well, how about if you picked out a couple? Where should people go, either high-end or affordable, whichever you prefer?

Roma : Actually, you might wanna start somewhere like the Museum of Contemporary Art, which sounds like it’s not a restaurant. But they have a really great litele café.

Chris : It does sound like it’s not a restaurant, yes.

Roma : It’s really centrally located. It has harbor views. And you can go into the restaurant and café upstairs and have a great view over the quay and Opera House and over the harbor. And it’s quite affordable. So that might be something, if you’re on a bit of a budget, you might be looking to go there.

Chris : Okay. And I assume there’s art there also.

Roma : Of course, yes, there is contemporary art, if you’re into that. I would recommend people go to a place called Café Sydney, which is just next to the ferry terminal. It is really, really popular. And it has a great view, has a really good menu. I wouldn’t necessarily say it was on the cheapest side. But I think it’s worth a visit.

Chris : In terms of cheapest side, Sydney, in general, expensive, not expensive these days?

Roma : It’s hard actually to answer that, because I don’t think Sydney is that expensive. But then again, I currently live in London.

Chris : Oh, yeah, well.

Roma : That’s my point of reference.

Chris : Right. Well, and the Australian Dollar is not as high as it was a few years back when everything was a little more expensive there.

Roma : That’s true. It seems to come in ebbs and flows, as you would expect with most currency. But when it seems to go up, it does really well. But I don’t class Sydney as expensive, to answer your question.

Chris : Okay. Where to next?

Roma : Well, I think that it’s worth touching on the small bar scene that has cropped up in Sydney in the last few years. This was something that really took off in Melbourne, I would say, maybe 10 years ago, maybe a little less. I think it had to do with the licensing laws. And it was small venues that were turned into like cocktail or wine bars. And these have really, really come into their own in Sydney in the last five or six years. So within the CBD from everywhere, from Town Hall, which is a train station and a really key landmark, so if you use that as a landmark and work your way north towards Circular Quay, if you’re looking in a map, there is 12 really good small bar/cocktail bars that you could definitely venture into.

Chris : Now, I would have to say, we’re only about five minutes into the podcast, and we’ve already got into the bar scene. You are reinforcing some stereotypes of Australians. It’s quite possible.

Roma : Perhaps just a little.

Chris : Do you have one of the 12 that you recommend or two?

Roma : There’s a basement bar called the Baxter Inn. And it’s on Clarence Street, which is right in the middle in the heart of the city. It’s quite famous for its whiskey. If you’re looking for something a little bit more upmarket, you might wanna go to Blu Bar 36, which is on the 36th floor of the Shangri-La Hotel. It’s in The Rocks. So, again, that’s back down towards the end of Circular Quay and overlooks Opera House and the water and has stunning views from there. It is a little bit more upmarket. But I think the views are worth it.

Chris : And you say it’s in The Rocks. You’re not describing the topography so much as the neighborhood at that point. So maybe we should tell people what The Rocks are/is.

Roma : Is, are, very good, okay. Sorry, I didn’t think of that. So The Rocks is the historical center of the city. It is the oldest part of Sydney. So you do have some traditional housing still there. But these days, it’s now built up with restaurants and cafes and shops. And it’s still quite touristy. But it has a unique feel to it that you probably don’t see anywhere else in the city.

Chris : Well, and it seems like it’s, in fact, probably one of the most touristy neighborhoods. But people are going there for a reason. What are people going to see besides the restaurants and The Rocks?

Roma : Well, actually, it is the headquarters for the BridgeClimb Sydney office, in case anybody wants to do that. Sydney Theatre Company is around that area. It does have a really good market. It’s known as The Rocks Market.

Chris : Well, and you mentioned BridgeClimb Sydney. I think a lot of people know what you’re talking about. But let’s not assume that. When you say “climb a bridge,” they may not have the same mental image of what you’re saying. This is not like walking across the Brooklyn Bridge where you walk across on the roadway. You’re talking about climbing the bridge.

Roma : I am indeed. So Sydney Harbour Bridge is also known as “The Coathanger.” And if you want to climb Sydney Habour Bridge, there is a company that has the contract for that. And they will suit you up in a jumpsuit, if you like, and make you hand over all of your earthly possessions as you’re not allowed to take anything with you, including a camera or a GoPro. So you will all be dressed the same and climb the arch of the bridge. And you will get to the top, and you can take some pictures. And it’s quite steep. And it’s quite narrow in places. So if you’re afraid of heights, then it’s definitely not for you. But you can get some views from there that you can’t get anywhere else.

Chris : Well, and you say they’re gonna take all our stuff away. It’s not just that they are greedy people. They’re gonna give our stuff back. But they have this thing about people dropping things onto the cars that are below them.

Roma : That’s right.

Chris : And they’re not in favor of it, we’d have to say.

Roma : No. Well, it is one of the harbor crossings. In fact, it’s probably the major one. I think you’ve got about six lanes of traffic that cross the Harbour Bridge in both directions. And you’re effectively climbing above them. They need to make sure that you are not going to drop anything onto those cars, because they will lose their contract. And someone may get really seriously hurt by that.

Chris : Right, right. Well, and we’ve mentioned the harbor a couple times. So I guess we should point out that one of the reasons why you’ve seen pictures of the Opera House and everything out there on the water is that Sydney is along this long harbor. I mean I really don’t even know how long that is there. But it’s quite long. And it’s predominantly on the southern end of the harbor. Although you’re going to talk to us about going over to the northern end for some of the excursions.

Roma : I don’t actually know how long Sydney Harbor is. It is…

Chris : It’s big.

Roma : It’s huge. It’s not San Francisco Bay-huge though. There’s nooks and crannies. You can see the other side. If you think about it, I don’t know how many of your listeners have ever seen New Year’s Eve fireworks in Sydney. But you basically got squiggly lines of coastline with the harbor running through the middle. And everyone will stand on the foreshore to get the best view they can. And you can fit a lot of people on that squiggly line of foreshore all the way to get a line of sight of the fireworks.

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So we’re at The Rocks, last we said, as we said, the historic center with some cottages built way back in the early 1800s. Where are we going next?

Roma : I would suggest you head east and go towards the Royal Botanical Gardens, which is just next to The Rocks area. But it’s protected parkland. There is lots to see in there if you’re into flora. I don’t think there’s too many animals camping in there, except the bats and…

Chris : So you say “except the bats” and you sort of gloss over that. But I’d have to say my wife and my daughter were just a little creeped out, intimidated by…because you say bats, and these are really like bats and flying foxes. They’re huge. They’re just really quite large. And they’re all up in the trees in one particular area of the Botanical Gardens. So I wouldn’t gloss over that necessarily.

Roma : But it’s Australia, Chris. Everything’s huge. I guess I’m used to it. So if you do cut through the Royal Botanical Gardens and on your way to one of my favorite places in the city, which is Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, that’s a great lookout point, you will cut through a lot of parkland that may have the bats flying overhead depending on the time of day you’re cutting through there.

Chris : Yeah, during the middle of the day, they’re not really flying overhead. They’re just kind of hanging out. But probably, in the early morning and the evening, you’d see them more flying around, I would guess.

Roma : Yeah, I would agree with that.

Chris : We’re going to see someone’s chair.

Roma : It’s not actually physically a chair. Actually, I’m not too sure about that. I think they might have benches that may have been carved from convicts back in the early 1800s. But it’s just a really nice lookout. I’ve spent one New Year’s Eve there when I got a ticket. It was in high demand. And there’s views of Sydney Harbour Bridge, the North Shore. So you’ve got Kirribilli, Cremorne. You can see across Sydney Harbour to Taronga Zoo, which is Sydney’s zoo.

Chris : And you mentioned a bench. So it is in fact a sandstone bench carved by convicts in 1811 for the then governor’s wife, Mrs. Macquarie. Excellent. So we’re going there mostly for the views.

Roma : Yeah, there’s a lot of places in the harbor there. You can even do a really nice walk. From The Rocks, you can walk up to the Opera House. Most of this area is actually traffic-free. So you’d be walking along a footpath around the harbor. So you could walk from The Rocks up to the Opera House on the footpath around the Botanical Gardens and then all the way around into Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. It’s just a really nice walk. If it’s a sunny day, you could take a picnic and just people-watch for a little while.

Chris : Excellent. While we’re walking through the Royal Botanical Gardens, is there anything else you would recommend that we stop and make sure we take a look at besides the bats?

Roma : Well, Government House is technically inside the Royal Botanic Gardens, which is the official residence of the governor of the state, which is New South Wales. But I don’t actually know if you can go in there. They do do tours. But I don’t know if you could go in there without being registered beforehand. I mean you could swing by and take some pictures from the outside. I’m sure it would look really great on Instagram.

Chris : Okay, but look that up if you’re interested in going and find out more information about tourists, because that will change over time too. Excellent. Where are we going to next?

Roma : I did wanna just talk about how to get around on public transport in Sydney. So they recently introduced a prepaid card. It’s a little bit like the Oyster Card that they have in London. And they call it the Opal Card. Opal is an Australian stone. So that’s where the name comes from. You can get it in rings and that sort of thing. But anyways, so an Opal Card is a tap-on, tap-off card that you would acquire and then use it for any kind of public transport. So you’d be able to get around the city quite easily by preloading a card.

Chris : Excellent. And that’s gonna deal with both the buses and some of the ferries?

Roma : That’s right. So the cards are free to acquire. You just need to get one from like a 7-Eleven. Majority of shops will sell them. You may even be able to pick them up at the airport. They will cover trains, buses, ferries. You should just be able to get just about anywhere with an Opal Card.

Chris : And then as long as we’re talking about ferries, I think you’re about to take us on one.

Roma : Yeah, that’s right. So from Circular Quay, you can take a ferry to one of my favorite…I think it might be my the favorite thing to do in Sydney…is to take a ferry from Circular Quay out to Manly, which is on the north…it’s technically classed as the Northern Beaches.

Chris : And we’re going to Manly to go to the beach?

Roma : Well, I think Sydney has 40 beaches within its geography. But Manly is one of the ones you…well, it’s the only one you can reach by ferry from the CBD. So you would go out to Manly. It’s a great day out if you’re basing yourself in the CBD. You can have Sydney Harbour on one side. And then there’s an esplanade that runs through the center of Manly, and then it ends at Manly Beach on the other side. So you’ve got the best of both worlds in a really small area.

Chris : And are there things that we’re doing there besides working on our tan? Although, we would need to be a little careful actually working on our tan in Australia, we should say. You do need a pretty strong sun block, because you guys don’t have as much as ozone as we have.

Roma : That’s true. Sun cream is ridiculously cheap in Australia compared to everywhere else I’ve ever been in the world. So there’s no excuse for not having it. And you can buy it just about everywhere. I think the standard is about 30 or 40 SPF, which I don’t think I’ve ever been able to buy in England.

Chris : That’s like aluminum siding, I believe.

Roma : So while you’re in Manly, I would suggest that you walk along the promenade, have a look at the shops. There’s plenty of bars and restaurants in the area for you to stop in. I would recommend you go hungry. You could get some fish and chips and sit on the beach, which is quite a popular thing to do. But I have to recommend you watch out for the seagulls, because they will come in and take your chips when you’re not looking.

Chris : We’re talking people sitting on the beach. What time of year do you recommend people come, because we’re doing about a lot of outdoor activities? So what’s the best time of year to come to Sydney?

Roma : It really depends on what you’re into. So Sydney runs loads and loads of festivals every year. So if you come in January, it is gonna be ridiculously hot. But there will be things like Australia Day, which is on the 26th of January, which is a great day to be in town. If you come in May, June, which is actually winter, and it’s quite chilly, there’s a festival called Vivid Sydney, which is a light display. They light up the Opera House with some amazing designs. And it’s known around the world. So it’s very famous.

If you come in October, November, you’d be timing it for Sculpture by the Sea, which is some outdoor sculptures on the walk from Bondi to Coogee. That’s always a really nice time of year to be in town. There’s also Spring Racing Carnival. So if you’re into horseracing, you could perhaps do that while you’re in town as well. So I think November, December is a great time of year. January, February, it’s getting quite warm. But if you can handle the heat, it’s definitely worth it.

Chris : When you say “ridiculously hot,” how hot would I expect in January in Sydney?

Roma : It depends. We get heat waves of 40 degrees.

Chris : Okay, so over a hundred Fahrenheit for those who are Celsius-challenged.

Roma : With the 40 degrees, you do get a sea breeze off the harbor most days. So it does level it out a little bit. It is worth noting that most of the city is air-conditioned. Whether it’s winter or summer, it’s gonna be a level temperature most places you go, as long as you’re not outside.

Chris : Okay. And then while we’re on the North Shore, you had also made a nod to the zoo.

Roma : Yes, Taronga Zoo, so it is on the north side of the city. So we actually call that North Sydney. So you can take a ferry from Circular Quay over to the wharf at Taronga Zoo. So you don’t even have to worry about trying to get a bus. It’s just a direct ferry over the harbor. And it’s definitely worth a stop.

The zoo actually has an activity called Roar & Snore, where you can actually sleep at the zoo. So you can wake up with incredible harbor views on one side, and I think it’s giraffes and lions on the other side. It’s quite an immersive experience. It’s not cheap. But it’s not something you would do everywhere.

Chris : Cool. Where else are we going? You also had mentioned Luna Park.

Roma : Yes. So Luna Park is also on the north side. You could quite easily walk over Sydney Harbour Bridge and then get yourself down into Luna Park. You can access Luna Park for free. So there’s no tickets on the door. You just pay for the rides that you take. It’s a little dated. But it is the only theme park in Sydney. It’s great for photos. I don’t know many people that go anymore. But it’s still quite fun.

Chris : And then the last place that you mentioned was Bondi Beach.

Roma : Bondi Beach. So Bondi Beach is really, really popular. Particularly with English tourists, it is probably the most famous thing other than the Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. I would say…and I’m going out on a limb here…that it’s slightly overrated. It is a small beach. It is not the best beach. But it does have lots of like great restaurants and bars around the area. I mean there’s nothing wrong with the beach. It’s just I think it’s a little overhyped.

Chris : Okay. Do you have a favorite beach that you like better than Bondi Beach?

Roma : I would recommend you try Freshwater, which is on the north side. You would really need a car to get there. It’s not serviced by frequent buses and that sort of thing from the city. On the east, you could look at Bronte, which is quite popular, Coogee, while you’re doing the Bondi-Coogee walk. Or if you’re heading a little further south towards the airport, you could look at Brighton. I would call it a kid-friendly beach. There’s not too many waves. But the sand and quality is really good.

Chris : And a child-friendly beach in Australia means no box jellyfish or sharks.

Roma : Yeah. Fingers crossed.

Chris : Okay. And by the way, I looked up to two corrections here. One is the Roar & Snore at the zoo is every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night throughout the whole year. And the second thing is a correction for what I said earlier. I said that we had done a show on Sydney in episode two. I recorded episode two in a parking garage in Sydney. It actually doesn’t talk about Sydney necessarily all that much. But we did do another show, which I completely forgot, a number of years ago, episode 281, so about five years ago, also on Sydney.

As we’re talking about Sydney, how am I gonna connect with Sydney’s culture?

Roma : Well, I think Sydney’s culture is actually more cuisine-based. There is a museum, and it’s called the Museum of Sydney, which covers the history of the city itself, how it was founded, and the interesting things about how the city grew. So that might be worth a stop if you’re a history buff.

Chris : Now, interestingly enough, we’ve seen the Opera House. You haven’t recommended we go, either to attend a show or do a tour. Is it something that you honestly think is just great to look at from the outside?

Roma : No, absolutely not. It is definitely worth a stop in. They do run tours at the Sydney Opera House. So you can register for a tour of the inside. You can see the performance areas. If you can time it right and there’s availability, definitely get tickets to a show depending on what’s on. We do have other theaters is in the city. I mentioned before Sydney Festival that runs in January. It is quite a diverse festival. So it includes theater and arts, dance, comedy, family activities as well. There’s a little bit for everyone in that.

Chris : Okay. Now, if we were talking about going to Melbourne, and I said “connect with the culture,” somebody would have told me to go to a sports match. If I’m going to Sydney…we’ve talked about going to a beach, and that’s part of connecting with the Sydney culture. What other things are just quintessentially Sydney?

Roma : Well, we have the Australian Open, which is a golf tournament that comes to Sydney every November. So you get the big name players every November in the golf thing. If golf isn’t your thing, perhaps you’re into cricket. So we have the Sydney Cricket Ground. So if you’re in town in January, we have the New Year’s Test, which is always Australia versus someone…I think Pakistan or West Indies and maybe England. There’s a few. I’m not an expert on cricket, I’m afraid, Chris.

We also have football. When I say “football,” I actually mean “soccer.” But Australians are making the transition from using the word “soccer” to “football,” which is increasingly confusing. We also have National Rugby League, which is not Aussie rules, but is quite popular in the state of New South Wales. So I think you’ve got a few teams. So if you’re in Sydney in winter, you’ll encounter lots of people on Friday and Saturday nights wearing football jerseys for their teams who are probably playing in the area.

Chris : Excellent. What do the guidebooks recommend people do in Sydney that you honestly don’t know why people still do them?

Roma : I mentioned before that I thought Bondi Beach was a little overrated. It is always in the guidebooks to go to Bondi Beach. And I’m not saying that you shouldn’t go. I just think that you should not spend all of your beach time at Bondi. I think Darling Harbour is a little hit-and-miss. So it’s undergone some major renovations in the last few years. They were knocking down the convention center, which takes one corner of Darling Harbour. So it’s quite prime real estate. And so there was a lot of renovations and a lot of works happening there. So it was ruining the ambiance and the feel of the area. But that’s gonna be reopened in December 2016. So the area will probably change a little bit more again. They’re putting a really nice hotel into the convention center as well as like more bars and restaurants. So the area is very touristy. So you will pay more there than you will pay anywhere else in town, I think.

Chris : Well, when you mention the hotels too, is there a neighborhood or particular hotels that you would recommend that we stay at when we come to Sydney?

Roma : I think it depends on how long you’re staying in town. If you’re staying for a week or two, you might wanna look at getting a serviced apartment. Then you have a little bit more space, and you’re able to spread out in your accommodation.

Other hotels worth mentioning, you could look at…I’d definitely look within the CBD. There’s serviced apartment such as Meriton. But there’s a new hotel chain that is doing some really funky things. They’re called QT, so the letters Q-T. They’ve taken over an old building in the CBD known as the Gowings Building and turned it into a really swish hotel. So I think that’s worth a look.

Chris : Excellent. Anything else that people need to know before they go to Sydney before I get to my last four questions?

Roma : It’s worth venturing a little bit outside the city if you‘re wanting to really dig into local cuisine, because Australia, and Sydney particularly, has so many influences from all around the world. So if you’re looking for really authentic cuisine, you can get it in parts of the city. But if you’re looking for like Chinese food, you might wanna go to somewhere like Eastwood or Hurstville. And that would be taking a train out of the CBD for about 20 minutes into a very local area. Other influences like Lebanese or Turkish food, you’d be looking at suburbs like Auburn or Lakemba or Punchbowl.

Chris : And so these are basically ethnic neighborhoods outside of downtown?

Roma : Yes. Vietnamese food, there’s a lot of amazing influences in usual fusion cuisine, which is quite popular in Sydney. If you wanted to look a little bit further out, you would go to somewhere like Cabramatta.

Chris : And Roma is gonna send me a whole list of restaurants that we’ll put in the show notes so that we won’t have to mention them all here. Anything else we need to know before we go?

Roma : I think it’s worth mentioning Opera Bar. Going back to the Opera House, so there is a bar that is on the water side of the Opera House. It faces the Harbour Bridge. It is not cheap. But it is one of the best bars in the city. It is outdoors. So you really need to time it right. I can highly recommend going at sunset. It is popular with locals and tourists, so it is always busy. But don’t go when it’s raining, because it just doesn’t have the right feel about it. It needs to be sunny and warm, and sunset-ish is the perfect time to go.

Chris : You’re standing in the prettiest spot in Sydney. Where are you standing? What are you looking at?

Roma : My favorite spot in Sydney is on a ferry on the harbor coming back from Manly. So coming back from Manly, you’re on a ferry headed straight for the Harbour Bridge. It’s usually about five-ish in the afternoon. The sun is really setting. The sky is lit up. The whole city has a real silhouette look to it. And you’ve got the salty sea smell that is generated from the ferry. And there’s nothing quite like it. That is my favorite spot.

Chris : Excellent. One thing that makes you laugh and say, “Only in Sydney.”

Roma : When you pay $10 for craft beer and say that’s normal.

Chris : That doesn’t sound like laughing.

Roma : When you can get served Chinese and Turkish food from a French girl on the street corner.

Chris : Finish this thought, “You really know you’re in Sydney when what?”

Roma : When it is so hot, the sweat is running down your back, and you think, “This is amazing.”

Chris : And if you had to summarize Sydney in three words, what three words would you use?

Roma : Laidback, sun, and fun.

Chris : Excellent. And you mentioned “fun.” We haven’t talked about a whole lot of different fun activities or outings. Are there other ones that you wanna mention as long as we’re talking about fun?

Roma : There’s day trips you can do from Sydney quite easily. So you can head out to the Blue Mountains, which is a mountain range out of Sydney. You can drive, which I would highly recommend, or you can take a train. But definitely drive if you can. You can stay at a place called Lurline House. They have a great view. So you can get outside at sunset and watch the sun drop below the Three Sisters, which is a mountain range that’s really famous in the area.

Another day trip from Sydney would be heading up to the Hunter Valley, which is north of Sydney. It is really famous, was actually Australia’s oldest wine region. And you’ve got Pokolbin. Other smaller regions that are around that area are quite often get overlooked in place of Pokolbin. But I can totally recommend heading to somewhere called Broke, B-R-O-K-E. So you can take a drive yourself, or you can jump on a tour, and they will take you around to cellar doors of different wineries where you can stop and sample local wine from small independent retailers, which I always like supporting.

Chris : Well, to wrap this up, our guest again has been Roma Small. Roma, where can people read more about your travels?

Roma : You can find us online at roamingrequired.com.

Chris : And what are people gonna find at roamingrequired.com?

Roma : So we focus on weekend and short breaks for working professionals. So if you’re heading to a destination and you only have a specific amount of time, I’d recommend having have a bit of sites based on wherever you’re heading and finding city guides, travel hacks. We’re also enthusiastic road trippers. So if you’re wanting to drive from London to Madrid, we are the people that you probably wanna talk to.

Chris : Excellent. Well, Roma, thanks so much for coming on the Amateur Traveler and sharing with us your love for Sydney.

Roma : Thanks, Chris.

Chris : In news of the community, I heard from John who had some new feedback on an old show. John wrote me about the show we did, episode 488, Travel to Northern Romania, said, “I thought that Ralph did a fabulous job describing the incredibly beautiful Maramures region in northern Romania. Our family visited the area in 2009. And we too were struck by the lack of mechanization and dependence on manual labor and farm animals for all aspects of agricultural production. We saw multigenerational families working in the fields with homemade scythes and wooden rakes, with horse-drawn wagons being used to transport almost everything. The wooden churches were special. And we particularly enjoyed the vivid frescoes in the church at Desesti, which were painted in the late 1790s.

“A couple of things that we enjoyed that were not mentioned include the elaborately carved wooden doors and gates you find in many of the villages and trees adorned with pots and pans indicating that there is a daughter available for marriage, still true today. We stayed in a small B&B run by a Ioan Pop in the village of Hoteni, also known as Popicu. Ioan is a national cultural treasure who is one of the best known folk musicians in the country. Not only will you be served hearty local fare and potent homemade palinka while staying there, but you’ll also be treated to impromptu performances. Hoteni is a perfect spot to base your explorations of the region from.

“Independent travel is the way to go. When in Maramures, you’ll need a car and nerves of steel navigating roads that can have extraordinarily-sized potholes. And you’ll be challenged by very aggressive drivers. Keep up the good work. John.”

Thanks, John. It’s always interesting to see people are always going back in the archives and picking up shows about some place they have been or someplace they’re going to go. And so in any given month, I would say half of the downloads of Amateur Traveler are older episodes. So you might think about that for your next trip.

With that, we’re gonna end this episode of the Amateur Traveler. If you have any questions, send an email to host at amateurtraveler.com like John did, or comments as well. The transcript of this episode is sponsored by JayWay Travel, experts in Eastern European travel. Another place to put comments on this episode is our Facebook group, facebook.com/amateurtraveler. We’re looking forward to meeting you there. And thanks so much for listening.

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One Response to “Travel to Sydney, Australia – Episode 537”

Jeff Perkins

I enjoyed the recent episode #537 on Sydney, and agreed with almost all of Roma’s opinions Sydney is also my home town, although I have resided in Indianapolis for 16 years.

The one area on which I would disagree is that I feel that since the 2000 Olympics that Sydney overall has become increasingly expensive and even more so in the areas focusing on tourism. Understandably this might not be apparent to a resident of London or similarly priced cities.

For far better value, I would recommend hopping on a train to Newtown (3 stops from Central) and wandering back along the main shopping of King St with over 50 restaurants in half a mile, and many within easy walking distance, mostly on the main roads.

Amongst them all are plenty of other shopping options with a cinema, bookstores, arts and crafts stores.

I definitely agree about the ferry to Manly being a top choice, but on a sunny day I would also recommend taking the Ferry from Circular Quay to Parramatta, This will take you the length of the main harbour to its nominal beginnings at the Parramatta river, passing through mainly well-off waterside suburbs with lots of yachts, the main 2000 Olympics site and even a small stretch of wetlands towards the end of the 14 mile trip.

Parramatta was set up the same year as Sydney, so has so history and mature architecture of its own and has plenty of shopping and dining options, generally at much better value than in downtown Sydney or Bondi/Manly beaches.

Although we make more a point of visiting Manly (usually wandering around to the more placid Shelly Beach rather than the main ocean beach) over Bondi, if you find yourself in Sydney on Boxing Day (26 Dec) and are not from a cricketing nation (or your partner isn’t) and the idea of watching cricket all day while eating leftovers isn’t appealing (to them), then a trip to Bondi with lunch at one of the beach side seafood restaurants becomes great value as the boats from the Sydney-Hobart yacht race sail past, adding to the occasion.

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A cabinet split over military service for ultra-Orthodox Jews and large street protests demanding the release of hostages are threatening the prime minister’s grip on power. Bethan McKernan reports from Jerusalem

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As the war in Gaza approaches its seventh month, tens of thousands of protesters in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and other cities in Israel have demanded the release of hostages held in Gaza and called for new elections.

The Guardian’s Jerusalem correspondent, Bethan McKernan , tells Michael Safi it is a moment of political danger for the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, who also faces pressure from within his ruling coalition over the issue of exemption from military service granted to the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community. Israel’s allies, including the US, are piling pressure on Netanyahu to urgently allow aid into Gaza, which faces a famine, and to spell out how he will address the aftermath of the conflict.

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S1 E17 It's a Wholesaler's World

Every yin has its yang and for travel agents, they wouldn’t be able to do most of what they do without a strong wholesaler in the background providing all the flights, hotels, cruises and other product they sell every day. Wholesale is a hyper competitive side of the travel industry, with many well-known and some less-so all duking it out with the best packages, deals and pricing to snag the sale. Technology is a key component of the wholesale game too, with the ultimate goal of being that easy-to-use warehouse for agents to grab what their clients need and put it all together to build their perfect holiday. Today on Talking Travel, we’re digging a bit deeper into the world of the wholesalers, with three guests on this episode – James Whiting from Infinity Holidays, Steve Brady from Helloworld and Walter Nand from the young upstart brand, Rediscover Travel. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingtravel/message

S1 E16 The Serenity of River Cruising

There’s something about a European river cruise that keeps Australians coming back for more, year after year, with many others discovering it for the first time and promptly getting hooked themselves. Whether it’s the gentle, relaxed nature of travel, the rolling countryside passing by on both sides, postcard towns adorning the riverbank, or even just the food and frivolity onboard, it’s easy to see why it’s such a popular way to see the world. Today on Talking Travel, we’re chatting to two industry leaders in river cruising – Alice Ager from Uniworld River Cruises and David Clark from Tauck – to find out more about the river cruiser of today, the itineraries most beloved by Australians and how river cruising keeps drawing people back year after year. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingtravel/message

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S1 E15 Sharing the load

It’s 2024 and with every new year comes promise, excitement and motivation to make the next 12 months better than the last. For some, that may involve implementing their New Year Resolution to lower their stress by making changes to how they work. Two people ahead of the curve on that front are our guests today on this episode of Talking Travel. Anna Shannon from Travel Agent Finder and Charlie Trevena from Destination Webinars share many synergies with their businesses which has led them to join forces and work towards some common goals. One such goal is a shared marketing resource. Neither Anna nor Charlie each needed one full-time, but together, they can each provide part-time work and both benefit from her expertise. Sharing workforces is a topic both ladies are passionate about, firmly believing the concept can be applied to the travel industry to help ease the immediate staff shortages and overworked agents struggling to meet the public’s lust for travel. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingtravel/message

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S1 EP14 A Hawaiian Adventure

It’s fair to say Hawaii went through a lot in 2023. The tropical paradise that fills us with so much warmth and joy turned to darkness for four days last August as wildfires reduced much of western Maui to ruin. But if ever a people can show resilience and build back, it’s the Hawaiians, and build they did, with plenty of promise now on the horizon for much of the affected areas. Elsewhere on the other islands, the business of tourism continued unabated, and the U.S. state remains one of the most popular destinations for Australian travellers to visit. The relaxed vibe, warm people and energetic environment delivers everything a holidaymaker could want. In 2024, the future in Hawaii is as bright as the sun that shines down on it. Long may it continue. On this episode of Talking Travel, recorded before the Maui fires and held back out of respect, we chat to Jennifer Gaskin from Hawaii Tourism Oceania and Andrew Stanbury from Hawaiian Airlines on some of the most exciting new attractions coming to the ‘Islands of Aloha’ and exciting new features on the way for the island’s flag airline. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingtravel/message

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S1 EP13 The Tourism Lifeline

It’s the last working week of the year and Christmas is nearly upon us, but for some parts of the world, the festive season brings no cause for celebration thanks to devastating acts of Mother Nature that literally rocked their world. Horrific earthquakes this year in Turkey, Syria and Morocco are just two examples of how nature can deliver such pain and anguish. And for those who have nothing left, the page turns to 2024 and hopes that life can be rebuilt. One such catalyst that provides so much help is the global tourism industry, in two ways. First, initial fundraising helps to generate immediate assistance to those affected by such heartache. But secondly, travellers return to affected countries and spend their money with local businesses, rebuilding livelihoods and putting food back on their tables. In this episode of Talking Travel, we chat to two people who work closely to ensure both of these are delivered to broken communities cleaning up from upended lives – Biheng Zhang from The Intrepid Foundation and Dennis Bunnik from Bunnik Tours. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingtravel/message

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S1 EP12 A Canadian Wonderland

Whatever time of year you may visit Canada, there's something magical in store for you. But when autumn and winter roll around, the excitement goes to another level. The wide open spaces turn from a lush green into a mesmerising yellow and gold before being blanketed in a crisp white snowfall, a time when Canada is at its most popular with skiers and those craving a winter wonderland. Whether you're indulging in this winter action or crossing the country to explore the classic architecture and French flair in the east, you're guaranteed a memorable holiday as Canada delivers time after time, making it one of the most popular and repeat destinations for Australian travellers year after year. On today's episode of Talking Travel, we're digging deep into not just the snow but all that Canadian culture with Nathan McLoughlin from Destination Canada and Vic Naughton from Air Canada. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingtravel/message

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This April, escape from the ordinary. Now is the time to go big and try something new on your vacation. That could mean spending the night at a zoo, booking a suite at a resort where you can swim straight to your room or staying at a hotel with a pet psychic on stand by. Here are six options that promise a fresh way to hotel.

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When you look out your window at the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga , expect to see a koala gazing back. This boutique hotel is at the Taronga Zoo in Sydney, and gives guests who book Animal View Rooms an incredible, immersive wildlife experience. Those who want to be at the zoo but prefer some distance from the animals can stay in rooms with bushland or Sydney Harbor views. Rates include two-day access to Taronga Zoo, a special guided tour of the wildlife sanctuary, sustainable amenities and daily breakfast.

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April is a great time to visit Italy. You can enjoy the sights before the large crowds and sweltering temperatures arrive in the summer. For a taste of contemporary luxury, book Romeo Napoli . The hotel's 79 rooms and suites feature warm tones and original photography and have fantastic views of the city of Naples, Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Wellness is a focus, with some rooms including infrared saunas, sensorial showers and private Zen gardens. Keep the pampering going downstairs at La Spa by Sisley Paris, where guests can relax in the Finnish sauna, frigidarium with snowfall, steam bath and cold immersion bath.

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Rooms at Sky Rock Sedona look out at the city's gorgeous red rocks

Sky Rock Sedona makes a stunning first impression. Walking into the lobby, guests are greeted by a sparkling amethyst-encrusted wall, and the titillations only increase from there. The rooms feel like sanctuaries, with cozy neutral tones and leather accents, and some have fireplaces perfect for cooler nights. Up on the rooftop, there are fire pits and couches so guests can take in the 360-degree views of Sedona's red rocks, including the iconic Snoopy Rock, Coffee Pot Rock and Thunder Mountain. Sedona pulls in many New Age seekers, and Sky Rock guests can take advantage of offerings like on-call pet psychics and vortex hunters.

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As long as you pack a bathing suit, you will do just fine at Generations Riviera Maya . This family-friendly resort on Mexico's Caribbean coast is known for its massive pool with a swim-up bar. All of the suites have ocean views, and several have direct access to the pool from their private balconies, making it easy to go swimming whenever you please. Rates are all-inclusive and cover meals, butler service and access to a private beach.

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