Here's the question so many of us ask ourselves: can you still be a hardcore traveller once you have kids? The answer, as we discover on this episode, is yes, and no. It's all about how you approach your holiday. Join Ben Groundwater, Flip Byrnes and Sheriden Rhodes to find out how to pursue your travel dreams, even with kids in tow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever dreamed of going on a serious adventure, of veering way outside your comfort zone and throwing all caution to the wind? Travel writers Flip Byrnes and David McGonigal live for these experiences, and on this episode they explain how to make your big dreams a reality. Plus: how to get out when it all goes wrong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Travel in Europe is on. For international visitors and domestic guests. It's happening right now, and one of Flight of Fancy's favourites, Germany-based travel writer Flip Byrnes, is calling in from the cobbled streets of Rome to tell us what travel is like in a post-vaccine world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Now more than ever, it's so nice to feel like you're in another country, even if you aren't. And the great news for Australians is we can do just that through the humble meal, through local restaurants, cafes and markets that will take you instantly to another culture, to another country, to another world. Join Ben Groundwater, Sofia Levin and Ute Junker to find out where to go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Now is the perfect time to book a trip to the Northern Territory, but the big question is, what do you do once you get there? In this episode we look at everything from Kakadu to Uluru, from Litchfield to Larapinta, plus get a special insight into the NT's Indigenous tourism scene from local guide Trent Lee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Whether you want to hit the snow for some ski action, curl up by a fire with a glass of red, or head north for some sunshine, winter is almost upon us in Australia, and now is the time to book that getaway. On this episode we cover all of the best winter experiences, and reveal how to get the most out of them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the last-ever A380 takes off from the Airbus factory in Toulouse, we're taking a special deep-dive into every traveller's favourite aircraft: what's it like to pilot an A380, what's it like to work on one, and why has this amazing plane already reached the end of its shelf-life? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the trans-Tasman bubble opens and overseas travel resumes, we welcome a very special guest - New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern - to hear about her favourite destinations in her homeland, as well as her take on how the bubble will work, and what to expect if things go wrong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever dreamed of moving overseas? Have you fantasised about picking up your life and shifting it to a foreign country, immersing yourself long-term in a completely different world? These two travellers have done it - albeit in vastly different ways - and they're here to share their stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
International travel is back! Following the announcement of the New Zealand travel bubble with Australia, this bonus episode examines what the bubble is, what it means, how it will work, and which countries could be opening up next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How do you capture the overseas travel experience right here in Australia? How do you have the same excitement, the same bewilderment, the same cultural clashes and wild experiences? Host Ben Groundwater is joined by Rob McFarland and Sue Williams to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Imagine visiting every country on Earth. Every single nation. It's only been done by a few hundred people in human history; and only by a handful of women. On today's episode we're meeting Marty and Rach, who have almost achieved that amazing feat, to find out what they've learned about travel, about the world, and about themselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who knew that the daggy holidays of our childhoods would suddenly be dominating our social media feeds in the 2020s? That caravans and campervans would become THE travel accessory of the COVID age? Join Ben Groundwater, Kerry van der Jagt and Jarryd Salem to talk all things "van life". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You might think you know what to expect in Australia. You might think this country is maybe a little predictable. But there are some wild, wild experiences to be had here, some fantastic experiences, some outrageous experiences, and some experiences that will make you question if you’re still in your home country at all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Last year was a rough one for Victoria, but this great state is once again open for business, and its residents are ready to welcome visitors. Now is the time for tourists to head back to Victoria, to experience everything that makes it wonderful, that makes it beautiful, that makes it unique. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Instead of looking at where to travel this year, we're going to take a look at how to travel this year. How to travel safely and affordably, how to plan ahead and how to help build a better world of tourism and travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
They’re long-time favourites of Australian travellers, and they’re sure to be just as popular when we can pack our passports and head overseas once again. The question is, where to first? And what are you going to do when you get there? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There comes a time in every traveller’s life when we have to admit that we're a bit of a plane nerd - we all have our favourite aircraft, secret or not. So what's with our weird obsession for this airborne mode of transport - why do we love planes so much? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Australians haven’t always looked at NSW as a holiday spot but it's actually one of the world’s premier tourist destinations - and it’s ours for the taking. From white-sand beaches to lush green valleys and ruggedly beautiful ranges, these are the best thing to do in NSW. Hosted by Ben Groundwater with Sue Williams and Rob McFarland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is New Zealand food all about? Join Ben Groundwater and Angela Clifford, chef executive of Eat New Zealand, as they navigate the big questions - who invented the flat white and pavlova, and the influence of Maori cuisine on modern New Zealand dishes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Groundwater talks to food writer Sofia Levin and tour guide Juan Walker about all things "Australian food" - what our cuisine really is, where it came from, what it stands for, and how you can best enjoy it. This episode was recorded in October while Victoria was still in lockdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are you dreaming of your next great travel adventure, somewhere a big, ambitious, and completely different? The Camino de Santiago, the Trans-Mongolian, hiking the Himalayas, road-tripping through Iceland and sailing the Pacific Islands; these are the best adventures for any time, especially in post-COVID times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer is coming, and with reduced capacity in Australia and more people than ever looking to holiday at home, we ask: what do you need to know to start planning that ultimate summer getaway. Join host Ben Groundwater and travel writers Michael Gebicki and Sheriden Rhodes as they talk about the destination they think you’ll love and what you should do when you're there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you're yearning to say goodbye to the bright lights of the big city and get back to nature, here are Australia’s best spots for fresh air and open spaces as well as some of the best of the world has to offer once it’s available. Join host Ben Groundwater and travel writers and outdoor enthusiasts, Andrew Bain and Nina Karnikowski. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is there a better combination in the world than travel and wine, especially when it comes with great food and beautiful scenery? That's what you get when you visit Australia's wine country - that and a whole range of other activities which fits perfectly with the relaxed and yet sophisticated vibe of our local wine culture. Host Ben Groundwater talks to travel writer and food and wine expert, Ute Junker, and Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia executive officer, Kate Shilling See omnystudio.co...
Juan, a Kuku Yalanji man from the Mossman-Daintree area, has been working as a guide in this region of Australia for more than fifteen years. He talks to host Ben Groundwater about his country, his culture and his ambition to continue to learn and maintain the traditions of his people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looking to explore Australia's Sunshine State - what to see, what to do and where to go? Ben Groundwater talks to travel writer Sheriden Rhodes and Queensland-based tour guide Juan Walker about the best experiences you can have in the state and why is it completely normal to go to a pub and order a pot of gold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's the oldest living culture in the entire world dating back more than 60,000 years and it's right here in Australia - a rich and varied culture full of knowledge and skill, and ceremonial traditions and legends. But it's just not one culture but hundreds of different cultures, made up of hundreds of different languages, stories and beliefs. Join host Ben Groundwater as he talks to Nhanda tour guide Darren ‘Capes’ Capewell and travel writer Kerry van der Jagt, who specialises in indigenous tra...
Now is the time. If you want to make travel better; if you want to make the world better – now is the time. Host Ben Groundwater and travel writers Ute Junker and Louise Southerden take a hard look at the travel world and figure out what we’re doing wrong. We’re taking stock in this time of crisis and deciding how we can reboot this thing, how we can bounce back in a way that’s responsible, sustainable, and ultimately good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
A great road trip is about adventure and the excitement of not knowing what's beyond the next bend. Ben Groundwater with guests Sue Williams and Craig Tansley talk about their favourite and most memorable drives, and share their tips for planning a successful road trip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
