Tips For Travellers Podcast

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, visits Belize City in Belize and provides tips for travellers on the 10 must-see sights and attractions. In addition he also provides some key observations, historical highlights, best time to visit, getting there and around and general tips and advice. Many guide books describe Belize City as an unattractive, run down and not very appealing or safe place to visit. However, things are changing and it is an important gateway to the stunning Belize Barrier Reef, Mayan Ruins and many eco-tourist activites and attractions. These are all explored in the podcast. The episode covers the following must-see sights and attractions: Belize Barrier Reef. Caye Caulker. San Pedro. Belize City sights: Museum of Belize, St John’s Cathedral and House of Culture. One Barrel Rum Distillery. Altun Ha Mayan Ruins. Lamanai Mayan Ruins. Xunantunich Mayan Ruins. Cave Tubing. Belize Zoo. After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravell

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, visits the Cayman Islands and provides tips for travellers on the 10 must-see sights and attractions. In addition he also provides some key observations, historical highlights, best time to visit, getting there and around and general tips and advice. Cayman islands for many is a tax haven and represents some of the perceived less salubrious sides to global trade and tax avoidance. Its also a place full of gorgeous beaches, luxurious hotels and apartments and a major cruise hub. It’s busy, vibrant and I was more impressed with it than I thought I would be. The episode covers the following must-see sights and attractions: Seven Mile Beach. Stingray City. Cayman Turtle Centre. Scuba Diving around shipwrecks. Hell. Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park. Observation Tower, located in Camana Bay. Pedro St. James. Museums: Cayman Islands National Museum and Cayman Car Museum. Duty Free Shopping. Resources and links: Visit Houston Official Site: ht

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, visits Cozumel Mexico to provide tips for travellers on the 10 must-see sights and attractions. In addition he also provides some key observations, historical highlights, best time to visit, getting there and around and general tips and advice. Most popular cruise destination in the Western Caribbean with over 3.2 million passengers sailing on 1,072 ships a year accorinding to cruiseportinsider.com Only has a population of just over 75,000. It's a big draw for both cruise and land-based travellers due to the great tropical climate and incredible sea and reef for snorkelling and diving. Widely accepted as being the best place to do these activities in the Caribbean. The episode covers the following must-see sights and attractions: Faro Celerain Eco Park. Discover Mexico Park. Stingray Beach. Museum de la Isla Cozumel. Chankanaab National Park. Mayan Ruins: El Cedral. Mayan Ruins`: San Gervasio Beaches. Palancar Beach and Paradise Beach.

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, visits Houston Texas to provide tips for travellers on the 10 must-see sights and attractions. In addition he also provides some key observations, historical highlights, best time to visit, getting there and around and general tips and advice. Nicknamed the "Space City", Houston is a global city, with strengths in business, international trade, entertainment, culture, media, fashion, science, sports, technology, education, medicine, and research. The episode covers the following must-see sights and attractions: Space Center Housto. San Jacinto Battlefield and Battleship Texas. Houston Zoo. Downtown Aquarium. 17-block Theater District (Houston Grand Opera, Alley Theater, Houston Symphony and Houston Ballet). Pedestrian-friendly Museum district which includes Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Children's Museum of Houston and Menil Collection. River Oaks, the upmarket and multi-million dollar homes suburb. Shopping: Th

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, visits St Maarten in the Caribbean to provide tips for travellers on the 10 must-see sights and attractions. In addition he also provides some key observations, historical highlights, best time to visit, getting there and around and general tips and advice. Saint Maarten is unique is the Caribbean as its truly an Island of two halves - half French and half Dutch dominated. Two capitals on one gorgeous and lush island. Its a mix of gorgeous Caribbean beaches, duty and tax free shopping, with french flair and fine dining and dutch partying thrown in. The episode covers the following must-see sights and attractions: Explore Philipsburg. Explore Marigot. Explore the Forts close to Philipsburg. St Maarten Park. Coterie Farm near Pic Paradis (highest point on island). Grand Case. Beaches - 37 key ones in all! Maho Beach where planes land. St Maarten Museum. Boat trips and water sports Resources and links: St Maarten Island Highlights Tips Fo

  In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, reviews the latest cruise ship to join the Seabourn Cruises fleet called Seabourn Encore. This 300 suite (600 passenger) ship is the largest in the fleet, to be followed by a sister ship called the  Seabourn Ovation in 2018. I toured the ship in Singapore in January 2017 while there to attend the official naming ceremony. Hear my thoughts on what works and what could be better and why. Resources and links: My Seabourn Encore Ship Tour and Overview My Seabourn Encore Review Article After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patron.  

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, revisits Hong Kong to provide tips for travellers on the 10 must-see sights and attractions. In addition he also provides some key observations, historical highlights, best time to visit, getting there and around and general tips and advice. The episode covers the following must-see sights and attractions: The Peak. The Star Ferry. Temple Street Market. Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade. Symphony of Lights. Stanley Market. Lan Kwai Fong. Sky100 Observation Deck. Lantau Island. Hong Kong Disneyland. Resources and links: Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Lantau Hong Kong (Time-lapse Video). Hong Kong Victoria Harbour Day-to-Night Timelapse. After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patron.

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, discusses Fred Olsen Cruise Lines. This Norwegian-owned company is a key cruising operator out of the United Kingdom. The episode covers the following key topics: Value-for-Money cruise line. British focused. Older ships. Traditional cruise experience. Passenger type and mix Resources and links: Fred Olsen Fjords Overview. Fred Olsen Balmoral and Spain / France Cruise. After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patron.

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, provides tips and advice for travellers about escorted tours. This should help you decide if they are the best or right way for you to travel The episode covers: What is an escorted tour? What are the main pros of escorted touring? What are the downsides? Who are escorted tours best suited for? What questions should you ask when choosing an escorted tour? Resources and links: tipsfortravellers.com/escorted-tours/  Offer: Get a free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patron.  

In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, provides tips and advice for travellers on how to plan, prepare and get the most out of a world cruise or extended voyage. These trips are expensive and for many a one in a lifetime experience, and so essential to get it right. The tips include: Planning and Preparation: Being prepared for everyday events at home Passport ready. Medically ready. Preparing for the worst. Being security conscious. Notifying key services. Insurance Home comforts. Planning and Preparation: Right cruise line. Understanding the detail of the itinerary. Port and sea days. Budgeting. Excursions. Staying fit and diet. Technology. Resources and links: tipsfortravellers.com/cruising  Offer: Get a free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or

  In this episode of the podcast Gary Bembridge of TipsForTravellers.com, looks at the must-see places and sights in Dubrovnik Croatia, as well as providing some key observations, historical highlights, best time to visit, getting there and around and general tips and advice. In the show I cover the following must-see sights and attractions: Stradun. Old Own Walls. Sponza Palace. Onofrio's Fountain. Franciscan Monastery. Church of St Blaise. Cathedral. Rector's Palace. Cable Car. Fort Lovrijenac Resources and links: Dubrovnik Tourist Board Site  Offer: Get a free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patron.  

Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I look at the must-see places and sights in Florida. I look at the essential attractions beyond just Orlando. home of the theme parks. I also share a brief overview of observations, history and general tips for travellers In the show I cover the following ten must-see sights and attractions: Orlando: http://www.visitorlando.com/things-to-do/theme-parks/ St Augustine: http://augustine.com Kennedy Space Center: https://www.kennedyspacecenter.com and podcast Miami South Beach: http://www.mdpl.org Key West: http://www.fla-keys.com/keywest/ Everglades: http://www.evergladessafaripark.com/ Thomas Edison and Henry Ford Winter Estates: http://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/ Clearwater Beaches: http://www.visitclearwaterflorida.com/ Outlet Shopping Malls: link Resources and links: See above   Get you free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or

  Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I recommend the 10 must-see sights and attractions in New York - especially for first-time visitors. I worked in the city and for a decade visited multiple times a year as well and these are the sights that I recommend that everyone sees when going to the city. In the show I cover the following ten must-see sights and attractions: Circle Line Tour: https://www.circleline42.com Times Square: http://www.timessquarenyc.org Empire State Building: http://www.esbnyc.com Macy's: http://l.macys.com/new-york-ny 9/11 Memorial and Museum: http://www.911memorial.org Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island:http://www.statueoflibertytickets.com The Highline: http://www.thehighline.org Broadway Show: https://www.tdf.org  Central Park: http://www.centralparknyc.org.  Rockefeller Center and Top of the Rock: https://www.rockefellercenter.com Resources and links: See above   Get you free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast:

Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I share my thoughts about CroisiEurope River Cruises and seven things that I believe that anyone considering a European river cruise with them should know before making a final decision. This podcast should help you decide if they are the right or best line for your trip In the show I cover the following ten must-see sights and attractions: Experience. Size. Value-for-Money. Cabins. Passenger Mix. French / European Ambience. Food. Resources: Tips For Travellers CroisiEurope Page Tips For Travellers CroisiEurope Overview Video Tips For Travellers CroisiEurope Loire River Cruise Highlights Video   Get you free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patr

Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I take you to the 10 must-see sights in London. London has been my home town for almost 30 years and these are the sights that I recommend that everyone sees when visiting. They are also FREE to visit and your only cost will be the Tube fare to get around to them. In the show I cover the following ten must-see sights and attractions: Houses of Parliament. Trafalgar Square. Buckingham Palace. Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. St Paul's Cathedral. Millennium Bridge. Hyde Park. Museum Row. Harrods. Resources: My Tips For Travellers London Must-see Sights Video   Get you free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patron.

  Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I take a look at Windstar Cruises. In the show I look at 11 things potential travellers should know and consider before deciding if Windstar is the right cruise line for them. Choosing the right line is essential for having a great cruise and so this episode is designed to help assess Windstar Cruises. In the show I cover the following : Owners. Small ships. On-board ambience. Suite types. Itineraries. Facilities. Excursions. Food. Dress code. Unique features Fare inclusions and exclusions. Resources: Mundy Cruising Windstar Tips For Travellers Windstar Page Get a free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit tipsfortravellers.com/patron.  

Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I help visitors to Venice survive the hectic and busy city. Over 50,000 travelelrs visit the city every day and it is busy and packed and this podcast helps you make the most of your visit - and not feel totally swamped and frustrated by the numbers of people also trying to see the city and sights. In the show I cover the following : Must-see sights tips. Quietest time to visit is. Best times to go sightseeing. Tourist traps to watch out for and avoid. Coping with the weather. Souvenirs and watch outs. Gondola ride watch outs and alternatives. Flooding. Getting lost. Resources: Tips For Travellers Venice Must-See Podcast. Tips For Travellers Must-see Sights Video. CruiseTimeTables.com Mundy Cruising Get a free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google

  Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I share thoughts and tips on how to decide if Emerald Waterways is the right cruise line for you if you are considering a European River cruise. In the show I cover : Who Emerald Waterways are. What they do the same or similar to other river cruise lines. 10 things to consider when evaluating of they would be right for you. 10 things you need to consider that I discuss are: Premium. Added costs. English language. Decor. Innovations. Emerald Active. Emerald Plus. Discover More Tours. Local Communities. Suitability of river cruising for you. Resources: Tips for Travellers Emerald Waterways page ( to see videos etc) Get a free audio book and 30-day trial: tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/podcast, email me or leave a review on iTunes. Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Consider becoming a Podcast Patron and visit t

Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I take you to "Europe's Last Great Wilderness" which is the Ruka-Kuusamo region in the northern part of Finland close to the Russia border. In the show I talk about 10 surprising things I learnt and share my nine top Tips For Travellers for visitors going there in summer - which is the quiet season (winter being the peak time). In the show I cover the following 10 surprising things I learnt: Russian border. Snow season. Midnight sun. One million visitors and 40,000 beds. Northern Lights. Bears. Reindeers. Huskies. Saunas. Wild Food Movement. In the show I cover the following ten must-see sights and attractions: Bear Watching with Karhu-Kuusamo. Husky hiking in Oulanka National Park. Canoeing on River Oulankajoki. White Water Rafting on River Kitkajoki. Horse riding at Nurminiemi Stables. Sauna Tour. Mountain Bike Safari. Wild Food Movement Restaurants. Family-owned places to stay. Resources: Visit Finland Site Tips For Travellers Finland Page (To see

Join me, Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com, as I take you to Palm Springs in California and share my ten top Tips For Travellers. In the podcast I share observations, need-to-know about the city including its history, overall advice and then tips on must-see and must-do to get the most of it. In the show I cover the following ten must-see sights and attractions: Thursday Night market. Mid-Century Architecture Tour. Palm Springs Air Museum. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Palm Springs Art Museum. Celebrity Homes Tour. Wind Farm Tour. Pioneer Town and Joshua Tree National Park. Fantasy Springs Casino. Wet 'n Wild Palm Springs. Resources: Visit Palm Springs Official Site Visit Palm Springs App LGBT Palm Springs Site Mid-Century Architecture Tour App Palm Springs Air Museum Celebrity Homes Tour My Tips For Travellers Palm Springs Architecture Tour Video   Get you free audio book and trial at tipsfortravellers.com/audible After listening to the podcast: Please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/pod