In episode 75 of the Global Travel Planning podcast, Tracy chats with Melissa, a Queensland travel expert. They discuss everything you need to know for planning a visit to the Whitsundays, including the best time of year to go, how to get there, and where to stay, whether on the mainland or one of the…
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In episode 74 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy is joined by her husband and regular co-host Doug to share the story of their epic 10-day coast-to-coast road trip across Australia, from Brisbane to Perth. Together t hey talk through the logistics, highlights, surprises and practicalities of covering 4,500 kilometres (2,800 miles) through…
In episode 73 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with guests Melissa and Shelly. The discussion focuses on how to handle travel when plans go wrong, including the importance of flexibility and having backup options. They share personal stories about disrupted trips due to weather, transportation issues, and unexpected events, such as political…
In episode 72 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with guest Melissa Delaware. Melissa shares the experiences and moments that shaped her love of travel, starting from her first solo adventures to hosting women-focused tours. Listeners will find out about Melissa’s first international trip, her most memorable travel moments, destinations she loves to…
In episode 71 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy is joined once again by seasoned traveller Tanya Munro, who continues her remarkable African journey -this time through Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. From Namibia’s Skeleton Coast and cultural encounters with the Himba and Herero people, to serene river cruises in Botswana surrounded by elephants and…
In episode 70 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with seasoned traveller Tanya Munro about the first leg of her epic Southern Africa journey. The focus is on South Africa, from Johannesburg and the Kruger National Park to the scenic Garden Route and vibrant Cape Town. Tanya shares what it was like to…