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Hosts Paul and Rod, share a combined 60 years experience in the global travel industry. During their careers they met some of the world's most knowledgeable and passionate travel experts. Let Paul and Rod introduce you to these travel insiders, people who live and breathe their destinations, as they inspire you with suggested itineraries, local insights, food and wine tips, through great story telling and some laughs along the way. Email: seat56a@gmail.com

Location:

Australia

Description:

Hosts Paul and Rod, share a combined 60 years experience in the global travel industry. During their careers they met some of the world's most knowledgeable and passionate travel experts. Let Paul and Rod introduce you to these travel insiders, people who live and breathe their destinations, as they inspire you with suggested itineraries, local insights, food and wine tips, through great story telling and some laughs along the way. Email: seat56a@gmail.com

Language:

English

Contact:

0401995298


Episodes
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New Zealand (Part 2) South Island

5/7/2021
Kia Ora! Located just a few hours away from Australia's shoreline lies the magnificent South Island of New Zealand. The boys discover whales, spectacular national parks, glaciers, bike trails and of course the mind blowing alpine scenery of Queenstown that makes this Island such a hit with visitors. https://www.newzealand.com/au/feature/christchurch-to-queenstown-via-kaikoura-itinerary/

Duration:00:22:41

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New Zealand (Part 1) North Island

4/26/2021
Kia ora! Glow worm caves, hot water beaches, majestic lakes and a warm New Zealand welcome await you. Join Paul, Rod and special guest Tony for some ideas on holidaying in New Zealand's diverse North Island. This is the first of two episodes on the land of the long white cloud. https://www.newzealand.com/au/feature/north-island-explorer/

Duration:00:24:52

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Sydney to Melbourne (Part 2 Eden to Melbourne)

4/12/2021
Paul and Rod continue our Sydney to Melbourne journey, as we set off this time from Eden on the NSW Coast. We take in Victoria's majestic coastal route and then head through Gippsland until finally reaching cosmopolitan Melbourne. Little Penguins, squeaky beaches, fur seals and gold mining towns from yesteryear are all waiting to be explored. Listen out for the suggested extension to your journey to take in the Great Ocean Road as a bonus ! https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/blog/test-itineraries/

Duration:00:35:26

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Sydney to Melbourne (Part 1 Sydney to Eden)

3/29/2021
The first of two episodes featuring Australia' s popular Sydney to Melbourne coastal drive. Today Paul Cooper joins Paul and Rod to walk us through the Sydney to Eden section of the journey. Pristine beaches, blow holes, whale and dolphin watching, kayaking and some unforgettable seafood and gourmet experiences are just some of the highlights in store. https://www.sydneymelbournetouring.com/blog/test-itineraries/

Duration:00:35:33

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The Great Ocean Road

3/15/2021
Arguably one of Australia's most spectacular drives, the Great Ocean Road delivers temperate rainforests, breathtaking coastal rock formations, thriving seaside communities along with some unexpected highlights including Californian Redwoods, shipwrecks and the story of the roads historic beginnings as a post World War 1 employment project. Paul, Rod and GOR Tourism's Jo Birley explore the highlights of this 4 day drive itinerary. For more information visit https://www.visitgreatoceanroad.org.au/road-trips/#

Duration:00:28:55

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Outback Queensland - Wonders of the West

3/1/2021
We join Matt Bron to unpack his bespoke 10 day road trip that takes us from Brisbane to the far reaches of Queensland's Outback. Artesian spas, authentic farm stays, ghostly pubs, dinosaur digs and top secret WW2 locations are just a handful of the highlights on this 3000km spectacular. Itinerary : Brisbane - Goondiwindi - Nindigully - St George - Cunnamulla - Thargomindah - Quilpie - Charleville - Roma - Brisbane * correction Matt mentions Milo station at Quilpie - he meant Moble Station.

Duration:00:39:10

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Adelaide to Darwin - Explorers Way

2/15/2021
An unforgettable journey from Adelaide to Darwin highlighting some of Australia's most amazing natural icons such as Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon, and Litchfield National park to name just a few. Rob Crack joins Paul and Rod to follow the route of the 1862 explorer John McDougall Stuart, they also discover some of Australia's fascinating military history along the Explorers Way. https://northernterritory.com/itineraries/the-explorers-way-in-14-days

Duration:00:44:04

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Tasmania (Part2)

2/2/2021
We continue the journey with Jeff, our Tasmania expert, through the highlights of the island state. Today we depart from Hobart up through the central part of the Island and across to Tasmania's magnificent west coast, before heading to Cradle mountain and the north west corner. Discover beautiful coastal communities, heritage listed wilderness areas and hear some the the incredible stories that Tasmania has to tell.

Duration:00:33:19

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Tasmania (Part 1)

2/2/2021
Join us for the first part of our round island journey through Tasmania's highlights. In this episode we begin in Launceston and follow the eastern coastline down to Hobart. Pristine rivers, stunning coastal towns, intriguing convict history and sumptuous food and wine experiences are just some of the delights to be uncovered. Paul and Rod are joined by Tasmanian tour guide Jeff Armstrong, to explore his 'must do' itinerary suggestions for those visiting this famous island state of Australia.

Duration:00:38:43

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Perth to Albany - The South West Edge

1/19/2021
This spectacular coastal drive from Fremantle to Albany ( approx 600km) takes in bustling beachside communities, world renowned wine regions, towering forests, rich farming areas and Western Australia's abundant marine life. For more information on this itinerary visit https://www.thesouthwestedge.com.au/itinerary/indulge-along-the-edge/

Duration:00:31:47

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Seat 56A Trailer

12/22/2020
Paul, Rod and travel industry insiders share inspiring travel ideas, local history, great story telling and a few good laughs. Hear from the people who live and breathe the destinations. Series 1 - Australia and New Zealand, landing January 2021!

Duration:00:04:37