Flight of Fancy

The Age and Sydney Morning Herald•www.traveller.com.au

Fun, funny and wise: Flight of Fancy with Ben Groundwater is an exploration of all things travel, for those with a thirst for seeing the world.

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Train travel: Why it's the best way to see a country

Whether it's high-speed, luxury or an old rattler, people have become so obsessed with train travel for a reason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 03, 2019•38 min•Season 3Ep. 8

Six travel experiences to have before you die

The ‘bucket-list’ experiences every traveller should do (at least once in their life). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 2019•40 min•Season 3Ep. 7

Things that will you surprise you about Iran

It’s one of the most misunderstood travel destinations – but there’s so much to love about Iran, from its rich culture to colourful cuisine and stunning snow-capped peaks. Here are some of the most surprising things you’ll discover in Iran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 22, 2019•36 min•Season 3Ep. 6

Most difficult places to travel to - but are totally worth it

These are destinations that are the hardest to get to, the most remote, sometimes the most dangerous, and yet they provide the best experiences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 08, 2019•38 min•Season 3Ep. 5

How to survive long-haul travel

The jetlag, the plane food, the seat recline: does anyone really enjoy long-haul travel? Here's how to arrive at your destination with your sanity in tact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 2019•32 min•Season 3Ep. 4

Best island and beach holidays beyond the clichés

The world is filled with stunning beaches and islands. Here are the best and underrated destinations for a sun and sand holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 2019•34 min•Season 3Ep. 3

What it's like travelling to the ends of the Earth

Freezing temperatures and unimaginable landscapes: why everyone should consider travelling to Antarctica and the Arctic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 2019•36 min•Season 3Ep. 2

Best destinations to visit in 2019

Where to go next? The destinations you should be travelling to this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 11, 2019•34 min•Season 3Ep. 1

Coming home blues: How to deal when the holiday is over

Ever had a full-blown case of the post-holiday blues? Here's how to cope with everyday life after the best trip of your life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 2018•30 min•Season 2Ep. 25

Bonus episode - Intrepid co-founder Geoff Manchester on how travel has changed

Geoff Manchester and Darrell Wade were just a couple of backpackers who had a good idea, and that idea has transformed into a multi-million dollar business, Intrepid. Geoff talks to Ben Groundwater about how travel has change and how we can all continue to be good and sustainable travellers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 2018•14 min•Season 2Ep. 24

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