Best Travelwriters Palat Podcasts (2024)

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New South Wales Central Coast - A Guide By Veteran Travel Writer Mike Smith 14:59

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From the hinterland to the headlands there is plenty to see on the Central Coast, a favourite playground for those seeking surf, sun, and sand all year round. And one of its regular visitors over many years is our Sydney-based correspondent, travel editor and journalist, Mike Smith. He says at just over one hour from Sydney, the Central Coast, whic…

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Amsterdam Cafe Cress Eschews Dutch Fabvourites For Fresh Seasonal Foods -Bridgett Leslie 10:58

43m ago10:58

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Bridgett Leslie recently visited Amsterdam in the Netherlands where she met three chefs - two Dutch and one French-born - running a restaurant in the suburbs. Rather than focus on the traditional Dutch favourite dishes, such as Stamppot at their Café Cress they choose to select the freshest seasonal ingredients paired with mostly French wines to of…

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Why It Is So Difficult Getting A Driver's Licence In Spain - Karin Avila 5:01

43m ago5:01

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Our Spain-based correspondent Karin Avila has decades of driving experience in the USA, but now she lives in the Valencia province of Spain and getting a licence there is a different kettle of fish, due to cultural and language differences. It is a two-part process with a 266-page book of driving rules plus a practical test. Karin details the good,…

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Giselle Whiteaker Visits 48 Of 50 States Of USA By Greyhound Bus - Now For Last Two -Helen Hayes 14:52

1h ago14:52

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There is a lot to see in the USA, as Giselle Whiteaker discovered when she went to visit one state, and ended up visiting 48. Giselle, who lives in Australia explains why she has done an (almost) full lap of the Union.By Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Putting Her Best Foot Forward - Michelle Androsenko On Life As A Cruise Dancer - Carolyne Jasinski 14:04

1h ago14:04

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Michelle Androsenko grew up in a dancing family and always dreamed of travelling the world as a dancer.That dream came true when she signed on with the entertainment team on board Oceania Sirena.She talks to Carolyne Jasinski about how she got her dream job and what it's like to be a performer on cruise ships.Photo by Carolyne Jasinski…

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Yes You Can Find Kangaroos On Aussie Beaches - Carolyne Jasinski Reports 4:52

3h ago4:52

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There really are kangaroos on the beaches in Australia.When international tourists come to Australia and expect to find kangaroos roaming the streets or turning up on beaches, we Aussies tend to roll our eyes and say, “Really?”Well, Carolyne Jasinski has found a coastal hotspot where it does happen. Cape Hillsborough is a beach located on the coast…

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What's Up On Travel Writers Radio April 17 -Graeme Kemlo & Helen Hayes 5:47

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Here's what you can listen to from the professional team at Travel Writers Radio. More food, wine, lifestyle and travel experiences from around the world and around the corner.We sincerely appreciate your support so thanks for listening.If you have a story to tell or to comment on our show, feel free to get in contact via email: info@travelwritersr…

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Journalist Justine Costigan On What's New In Noosa...Just In Time For Melbourne Escapees To The Sun 17:15

14d ago17:15

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As the Melbourne nights and mornings get chillier, there are thousands of southerners just waiting to escape to the Sunshine Coast in general, or Noosa in particular. Which is where Melbourne reporter Justine Costigan escaped to a week ago to research what’s new in this popular Queensland getaway. The good news: Justine enjoyed the place almost dev…

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Australian Museum Chief Scientist Prof Kris Helgen On Dream Jobs At Lizard Island Qld. -Graeme Kemlo 16:11

14d ago16:11

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This might just be the absolute job of a lifetime – running a marine science research station on Lizard Island in the far north of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. These two jobs arose because the current co-directors have decided to retire after 34 years on the job. But who can apply? We got on to the chief scientist of the Australian Museum Sydney…

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Reporter Carmen Jenner Takes A Flying Visit With Malaysia AirlinesTo KL Enjoys A Vespalicious Time. 14:11

14d ago14:11

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Reporter Carmen Jenner, based in Perth was invited by Malaysian Airlines to fly to KL for some exciting industry announcements. Carmen enjoyed the experiences on offer over a long weekend in Kuala Lumpur, especially the Vespalisious culinary tour at night when the Malaysian capital really comes to life.…

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Reporter Adelaine Ng's Itinerary Change Reveals A Great Value European Destination Without Crowds 17:52

14d ago17:52

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Reporter Adelaine Ng is a long-serving member of our team and she recently took a short holiday with her husband, but their plans changed last minute, which was serendipitous as they discovered an emerging destination that was new, exotic and great value at present. But Adelaine warns it may not last as this country could soon join the EU and sudde…

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Meet The Rees' new Executive Chef - Helen Hayes chats to Trent Watson 12:15

14d ago12:15

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Helen Hayes flew across the ditch to Queenstown and chatted with the new Executive Chef of True South Dining Room at The Rees Hotel. Trent Watson has spent 25 years as a chef, and has cooked for some huge names. Have a listen to find out who, and what kind of food Trent is cooking at The Rees, to hero Central Otago produce.…

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Ballarat Chef Truffle Farmer Liam Downes On His Tree Change And Finding The Black Gold -Graeme Kemlo 13:35

14d ago13:35

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Well tonight’s show seems to be all about destinations and unique experiences both near and far, so why dn;t we start off with Graeme’s visit one hour away to one of the suburbs of Ballarat where he met a chef, a dog named Dot, acres of French and English oak trees in alternating rows, and the discovery of a $500 truffle under one of the trees by D…

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What's Up On Travel Writers Radio This Week -Graeme Kemlo & Helen Hayes 3:48

14d ago3:48

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Here's what is new on Travel Writers Radio this week. From Ballarat to Noosa to Lizard Island , opur reporters copver the country this week; then we have reports from team members in Queenstown NZ, Malaysia and also southern Europe where one travel writers finds herself almost by accident in one of the best value countries in europe, but she warns …

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Travel Writer Environmentalist Author Nina Karnikowski Leads Regenerative Travel -Keeley Warren 13:29

21d ago13:29

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Our award-winning sustainability reporter Keeley Warren speaks with seasoned travel writer, environmentalist and author of four inspiring books, including "The Mindful Traveller" and "Go Lightly." Nina Karnikowski's work advocates for responsible travel and mindful exploration. Her partnership with World Expeditions for their upcoming Himalayan jou…

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#Worth1000Words -Graeme Kemlo's Photo Of $320,000 Gold Pour 1:01

21d ago1:01

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Here's an extra image this week...Graeme tricked us by having another photo he had taken up his sleeve for our #Worth1000Words, except that this image taken two weeks ago at Sovereign Hill in Ballarat is actually worth about 320,000 Aussie dollars. If you;ve never seen them pour molten gold at Sovereign Hill, one of only four Open Air Museums in th…

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Helen Hayes Gets A Welcome Message From The Red Sea On Her Wedding Anniversary 4:48

21d ago4:48

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|Listen to the message Helen Hayes got from husband Matt on his Red Sea yacht crossing where Houthi rebels are currently attacking merchant ships with missiles.Photo: Matt HayesBy Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Chef Rajeev Goyal On Indian Food Tourism And Modi Magic -Bridgett Leslie 7:04

21d ago7:04

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Our New York-based reporter Bridgett Leslie speaks to Chef Rajeev Goyall , who is the head of India Food Tourism Org on the importance of Food Tourism for the nation and Modi Magic as nearly 1 Billion Indian citizens line up to vote this wek.By Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Windstar Cruises Chief Commercial Officer Janet Bava With Helen Hayes In Tahiti 13:05

21d ago13:05

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In an industry that used to have a reputation for being male dominated, Janet Bava is a mover and shaker. Recently our reporter Helen Hayes travelled around the islands of French Polynesia with Windstar Cruises where she met Janet, the Chief Commercial Officer of the company. Janet has risen through the ranks of the cruise industry in a career span…

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#Worth1000Words -Leonardo Da Vinci At The Lume Melbourne 1:40

21d ago1:40

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In our Worth 1000 Words segment this week we feature a photo none of us took and some music none of us can play, but we reckon the latest event to be staged at The Lume in Melbourne, which is all about the Italian Renaissance. Thje images that have been taken in both stills and moving pictures are some of the highest resolution inmages ever taken o…

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New book: London: Through a Fashion Eye by Megan Hess -Justine Costigan 16:58

21d ago16:58

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Australian woman Megan Hess, left our shores as many young Australians did to head over to the old dart in the 70s and 80s to try their hand in the big league. Megan succeeded, and is now globally recognised as a fashion illustrator who has worked for the largest fashion houses, published a range of children’s books and also illustrated books on he…

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Reporter Carolyne Jasinski Flies High In Helicopter Over Peak Ranges With Pilot James, AKA Bill 10:59

21d ago10:59

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Last week, Travel Writer Carolyne Jasinski was digging for gold - and finding it - at Clermont in Queensland, about 4 hours inland from Mackay. This week she is flying high over the same region to put the landscape into perspective.Is there anything better than flying in a helicopter, with the doors removed, over mountains and mesa? Not according t…

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What's Up on Travel Writers Radio March 20 -Graeme Kemlo & Helen Hayes 4:05

21d ago4:05

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Latest food, wine, lifestyle and travel inspiration from the Professional Association of |Lifestyle And Travel Writers (PALAT)By Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Messages From Team Members On Our 10th -Keeley Warren & Adelaine Ng 1:56

28d ago1:56

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We have some messages from one of our more recent team members Keeley Warren our sustainability and responsible tourism reporter now living in Valencia Spain, and one of our long-time members, Adelaine Ng as she boards yet another aircraftBy Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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J-AIR Founder Robert Bontschek With Travel Writers Radio Host Graeme Kemlo About A Decade On Air 9:31

28d ago9:31

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You don’t get to stay on air for 10 years without the support of your broadcaster are we are no exception. We sincerely do appreciate the opportunity and the ongoing support of J-AIR. 88 FM in Melbourne. Travel Writers Radio host and executive producer, Graeme Kemlo speaks with our radio station manager and Founder of J-AIR, Robert Bontschek…

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Adeline Keh Business Events Victoria On Ballarat As A Meetings Destination -Graeme Kemlo 28:00

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Graeme Kemlo was on assignment in Ballarat , Victoria;s third-largest city this week and he could not help but notice the changes. One of the State’s fastest growing regions, just one hour from Melbourne, Ballarat is coming of age with major new infrastructure, new hotels, sophisticated food and wine offerings and an enthusiastic hospitality scene.…

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More 10th Birthday Messages From Team Members Carolyne Jasinski and Ian Jarrett 2:06

28d ago2:06

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It is not every day you turn 10, so we’ll play a couple more messages from our team: Foundation and 100 Club Member Carolyne Jasinski and veteran travel journalist Ian Jarrett.By Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Anna Richards Celebrates Publication Of Her First Book, Paddling France 16:37

28d ago16:37

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Graeme Kemlo caught up with our British-born correspondent from Lyon France late last week and she was understandably excited having just given birth (so to speak) to her first book. Anna Richards was happy to talk about the guide book she has been working on for almost two years. It is an interesting subject – Paddling France, and it details the t…

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Antarctic Expedition Cruise Experiences - Kristin Henning interviews John McKeon of Polar Latitudes 21:44

28d ago21:44

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Kristin Henning our Middle America correspondent went to Antarctica last month for an immersive polar expedition cruise with Polar Latitudes. In this engaging conversation with John McKeon CEO of Polar Latitudes, Kris asks about their commitment to responsible tourism and to citizen science during the voyages of their small expedition vessel of onl…

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From France, Anna Richards Sends A Message To TWR 0:38

28d ago0:38

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Anna Richards in Lyon France sends us a messageBy Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Dan Healaar Of Golden Prospect Tours On How To Be A Gold-Digger -Carolyne Jasinski 15:27

29d ago15:27

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Our reporter Carolyne Jasinski strikes gold - literally! On her latest trip to Mackay and the Isaac Region in Queensland, she found nuggets of gold and held a record-breaking 5oz gold nugget. Carolyne interviews Dan Healaar, the owner of the gold mine lease, before, during and after her taste of gold digging.Photo -Carolyne Jasinski saw this nugget…

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What's Up On Travel Writers Radio 10th Birthday Edition -Graeme Kemlo & Helen Hayes 8:55

30d ago8:55

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Here's what you'll hear on our 10th Biirthday edition of Travel Writers Radio, the original program produced and presented by the professional journalists of PALAT -the Professional Association of Lifestyle And Travel Writers.Each week we bring you authentic independent stories about food, wine, lifestyle and travel, whether around the corner or ar…

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Spectacular South Africa from beach to bush - Helen Hayes 18:57

1M ago18:57

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Helen Hayes chats with Graeme Kemlo about her "spectacular" African adventure which ranged from an iconic hotel in Durban, to a luxury beach lodge at Thonga Beach on the remote east coast of South Africa with ocean and lake adventures. Helen also visited Sungulwane Private Game Lodge, with just eight private chalets, which has been described as "th…

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Carolyne Jasinski Takes the Oh Deere Sugarcane Farm Stay Near Mackay Qld 17:01

1M ago17:01

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Carolyne Jasinski has been in Queensland over the past week and reports on her farm stay on a sugar cane plantation with a couple of genuine characters who call themselves “old Tassie potato farmers” who bought the most dilapidated farm near Mackay Queensland and turned it into an award-winning tourism facility with sheer hard work and imagination.…

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Bec Davis On 96 Year-Old Red Hill Show Saturday March 9 -Graeme Kemlo 14:12

1M ago14:12

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There’s an event coming up on Saturday that we need to talk about because it is 96 years since the Red Hill Agricultural Society staged the first of their annual shows on the Mornington Peninsula, which is Melbourne’s bayside playground. But it used to be a food bowl with fruit trees, cattle, sheep grazing and working farms. Now the peninsula, abou…

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What it's like at a Private Game Lodge in South Africa - Helen Hayes 12:57

1M ago12:57

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Staying at a boutique private safari lodge is a different experience, as Helen Hayes found out at Sungulwane in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa. Helen interviews Keenan Houareau, General Manager and Head Ranger of Sungulwane. More information adventureworld.com.au or phone 1300 363 055By Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Bridgett Leslie On Black History Month Corporate Celebrations In New York City 7:25

1M ago7:25

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Bridgett Leslie often covers matters of diversity for Travel Writers Radio and since her move from Sydney to New York City she has greater opportunity to come across these stories. Such is the case this week where she was invited to attend a Black History Month event, being celebrated for the first time in New York by a corporate group. Bridgett in…

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Rita Erlich's Cautionary Tale To Read The Fine Print On Package Travel 4:33

1M ago4:33

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Rita Erlich has a short but cautionary tale about reading the fine print if you choose to go with an operatror – a cruise company for example – that offers to book all elements of your trip – air, hotel accommodation and your ship’s cabin etc. Rita whats with Graeme Kemlo about the problem she faced recently.…

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What's Up On Travel Writers Radio March 6 - Graeme Kemlo & Helen Hayes 4:04

1M ago4:04

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Here's what to expect on Travel Writers Radio this week. More inspiration and information about food, wine, lifestyle and travel.Thanks for listening. Next week we celebrate our 10th anniversary on J-AIR 88 FM in Melbourne.Check out our website or send us an email: info@travelwritersradio.comBy Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Not Airbnb, Carolyne Jasinski Tries A Waterbnb Harbour Sleepover On Sydney By Sail 16:14

1M ago16:14

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Reporter Carolyne Jasinski not only took the helm of an impressive yacht last week around busy Sydney Harbour, she also had a sleepover on the harbour courtesy of Sydney By Sail. It was all part of a commission she has to cover interesting places to spend the night. She interviewed the company’s COO Josh Hayes about the range of vessels and service…

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River Cruising Portugal's Wilder River Duoro -Kristin Henning 16:56

1M ago16:56

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Following Kristin Henning’s recent visit to Portugal, she spoke with Graeme Kemlo about the growing interest in travel to Portugal, and specifically Douro River Cruising. The Douro Valley is home to port wine and picturesque quintas, prehistoric sites, medieval towns, remote and mountainous terrain, and several UNESCO World Heritage Sites.Photo Dou…

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Rita Erlich Comments On Survey Of Best Foodie Cities In Europe 7:38

1M ago7:38

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We do not often refer to surveys as a source of news because they are often self-serving, but here’s one that purports to show the best cities in Europe for foodies and it uses Trip Advisor data. Now I do not intend to comment on the culinary expertise of Trip Advisor users, but it does throw up some interesting information. In broad terms London i…

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Matthew Steyn Thonga Beach Lodge A UNESCO Wilderness In KwaZulu Natal, - Helen Hayes 16:37

1M ago16:37

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Helen Hayes jetted off last weekend to visit what is described as South Africa's most pristine wilderness beach lodge that sits on the azure shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Situated deep in this wilderness of white sand, thick forest and stunning marine life, Thonga Beach, near the Mozambique border in KwaZulu …

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Travel Writer Mike Smith Attends IMM Speed Dating Journalists And PRs In Sydney 17:38

1M ago17:38

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Journalist Mike Smith attends the International Media Marketplace in Sydney which is basically a form of speed dating between travel writers and public relations people from some of the best travel destinations, hotels and tourism experiences in Australia and beyond. Photo: TravMediaBy Travel Writers Radio produced by the Professional Associatioon of Lifestyle and TravelWriters (PALAT)

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Chef Ori Geller of Nela Restaurant Amsterdam Cooks Over Fire - Bridgett Leslie 8:33

1M ago8:33

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After years of working for top restaurants such as Nobu (London), Yaffo Tel Aviv, and Mr. Porter (Amsterdam), Chef Ori Geller joined fellow chef Hari Shetty to conceptualise Nela restaurant in Amsterdam which has a reputation for choosing high quality and carefully selected ingredients which they then cook over “live fire”. Bridgett spoke to Ori Ge…

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What's Up On Travel Writers Radio Feb 28 6:11

1M ago6:11

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Here's what is coming up on Travel Writers Radio this week. We take you from a night on Sydney Harbour to a speed dating event between travel writers and public relations people at International Media Marketplace. Well also tell you about a cruise on one of the wilder rivers, the Duoro in Portugal.mAlso listen to a renowned chef who has opened a li…

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Meet Hawaii's Kris Phadungkiatipong On Taking A Business Event To Hawaii -Graeme Kemlo 11:37

2M ago11:37

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Hawaii has al;ways been a popular destination for Australians, and not only for the sun and surf...we share the Pacific ocean around our coastlines, the Hawaiian culture is a gentle caring experience should you delve into it, the food is fresh and fun and the natural wonders are plenty. Graeme Kemlo spoke with the country director Oceania for Meet …

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Craig Watson Sydney Props Special Business Event Themes Like 1950s American Diner -Graeme Kemlo 8:01

2M ago8:01

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- The business of meetings and incentives such as those events you will find most weeks at our major convention centres, is a serious business generating hundreds of millions of dollars a year in Melbourne alone. But there can be a fun side to it too as Graeme Kemlo found out when he discovered Craig Watson lounging on a chair styled to be a 1950s …

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Why Windstar's French Polynesia Cruises Should Be Bucket-Listed -Helen Hayes 14:59

2M ago14:59

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Graeme Kemlo poses the question to his co-host Helen Hayes: "So Helen tell me why a small ship cruise, such as Windstar plying the magnificent waters of Tahiti and her islands, is something I definitely should have on my bucket list."Helen, who has just returned from cruising the region on small ship Star Breeze with only 250 passengers details the…

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David Price Secret Kingdoms Bookshop Experiences In Madrid - Karin Avila 23:24

2M ago23:24

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Karin Avila, in her introduction to the next story explains how she came to interview David Price, who runs popular Madrid bookstore called Secret Kingdoms, which regularly gathers writers for in-store events and has echoes of like the famous Shakespeare and Company literary mecca in Paris.Photo: David Price…

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