Tips For Travellers Podcast

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I share feedback and thoughts from listeners about the direction the podcast has taken over the last year or so, and share my reactions and decisions on how I plan to take it "back to the future". In the show you will hear Background to the podcast is now 10 years old, and how things have changed since 2012 and why. Feedback from listeners on iTunes and by email My decisions on focus moving forwards The podcast will focus on three main episode types: Destinations Tips For Travellers (using a structure that I have seen work for travellers and to be consistent). Cruise Tips For Travellers (these will focus on ten key questions on helping people to decide if the line is right for you and if it is how to get the most from your trip). Tips For Travellers Live (recorded whilst on trips to capture the feel of the trip along with sounds, impressions, activities and tips). After listening to the podcast and have any thoughts please leave a comment on Tipsfortravellers.com/pod

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I provide an tips on deciding if P&O Cruises, the major UK based cruise line, is right for you and how to get the most of cruising with them. This includes: Who are P&O Cruises? Is P&O cruises the right line for you? What do P&O Cruises do well, the same and less well than other lines? How to get the best fare? What should you budget for, and how can you save money on board? What should you pack?Any advice on booking and doing excursions? Any other tips for getting most of your P&O Cruise? If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron

  In this episode of Tips For Travellers I provide an overview and must-do of P&O Cruises, the major UK based cruise line focused on cruising in the Caribbean. This includes looking at: A British Bubble to cruise by. On-Board Britannia Highlights: Style and Accommodation Special Eric Lanlard Afternoon Tea The Cookery Club Range of Dining Experiences Destination Highlights Saint Maarten Saint Lucia Dominica Grenada If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron  

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I provide an overview of nine tips on how to get the most from river cruising and on Uniworld in particular. I will cover: Make sure river cruising is right for you. Make sure Uniworld is best option for you. Make sure you select the right cruise. Chose the right cabin type. Book through an expert cruise agent. Understand what your fare does (and does not cover). Pack and bring the right things. Get to know the crew. Use my tips for getting the most of your time on the ship If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron

In this episode I explore the world of Expedition Cruising with Conrad Combrink, who is the Director Expedition Planning and Strategic Development at Silversea Cruises. We discuss: What “Expedition Cruising” is, and how does it differ from regular ocean cruising. How you can do an expedition cruise where regular ocean cruises also go. The Silversea Expedition fleet and regions they cover. How an expedition cruise works. Type of traveller expedition is (and is not) suitable for. Tips on preparing for an expedition cruise. His favourite expeditions and why. If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron

  In this episode of Tips For Travellers I answer listener questions and provide my advice and tips. The topics are: Same sex travellers and Euros on river cruises in Europe. Non-partying Las Vegas advice. Water levels and river cruising. Themed cruise nightmare watch-outs. How to avoid families on a cruise If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron  

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I answer listener questions and provide my advice and tips. The topics are: River cruise walking tour lengths and attending Mass. Qatar versus Cathay Pacific airlines. How to make a Queen Mary 2 Crossing special. Luxury cruise lines. Finding a great cruise agent. If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron

Despite all my cruising experience, which has included going to a number of naming ceremonies, I had never been to a keel laying for new ship. This is a significant step in its life and when the build starts in earnest. So, I was delighted to be invited to the Fincantieri Shipyard in Genoa for the keel laying of Silversea’s Silver Muse in December 2015. This 596 guest ship is due to come into service in April 2017. In this episode, you will hear about the history and significance of the keel laying ceremony followed by insights about Silversea, the ultra-luxury cruise line, based on an interview with their Chief Executive Officer (Mr Enzo Visone). First you will hear the speech he gave as past of the proceedings where he explains the significance and superstitions of the keel laying ceremony, including the process of attaching coins to it to protect the build, ship, crew and passengers that dates back to Viking times. After that you will hear him answer questions at the press conference including:1: Why he be

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I provide an overview of the 10 must-see sights in Jordan and provide my advice and tips about them. They are: Ras El Ein Graffiti Amman. Roman Amphitheatre Amman. Citadel Amman. Petra. Little Petra. Wadi Rum Desert. Jerash. Madaba Map. Baptism site of Jesus Christ. Aljoun Castle Fortress. If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I provide an overview of Jordan and provide my advice and tips. The topics include: Overview. Observations. History. Best time to go. Getting there. Getting around. General tips. Must-see sights - tops 10 list If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Want to support the podcast? Consider becoming a Patron. Find out more at tipsfortravellers.com/patron

In the third part of the Arctic Tips For Travellers series, I interview Marcelo Affonso who was the Hotel Director on board Silversea's Silver Explorer. In the show he will talk about: What the role of a Hotel Director is. What passengers can expect from a Silversea Expedition versus Classic ship. Advice and tips on how passengers can get the most from an Arctic or Expedition trip with Silversea. How can you get more from the show: Listen. You can subscribe for free on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter, and receive giveaways and gifts in every one. Become a Tips for Travellers Patron and get added bonuses and gifts, including the chance to have an entire episode dedicated to your travel questions. Find out more at TipsForTravellers.com/Patron

In the second episode of the three-part series on the Arctic, I share my tips and answers to 9 questions anyone considering exploring the Arctic on a cruise, especially with Silversea, should be asking:   What, and where, is the Arctic? Where exactly will Silversea take you in the Arctic? What nature and wildlife will you see? How does expedition cruising work, and what you should expect? What facilities does the Silver Explorer have? Who will your fellow passengers be? What clothes and other items should you take? What about taking photographs? How else can you get the most of your time on board? How can you support the show? Listen. You can subscribe for free on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter, and receive giveaways and gifts in every one. Become a Tips for Travellers Patron and get added bonuses and gifts, including the chance to have an entire episode dedicated to your travel questions. Find out more at TipsForTraveller

In the first of a three-part series about exploring the Arctic, this episode provides an overview of what to expect on a 10-night expedition cruise with Silversea around Svabard.   How can you support the show? Listen. You can subscribe for free on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter, and receive giveaways and gifts in every one. Become a Tips for Travellers Patron and get added bonuses and gifts, including the chance to have an entire episode dedicated to your travel questions. Find out more at TipsForTravellers.com/Patron

In this episode of the show hear an overview, advice and tips for travelling on the 25-year old Rocky Mountaineer train in Canada. Find out: What is the Rocky Mountaineer? Which trip should you do? What class should you travel in and why? Who will your fellow passengers be? What if you have limited mobility? Is sitting on the train all day be boring? Where you should book to get the best price and deal? What should you pack and wear? What do you need for budget for? What about taking photos? Other tips?   How can you support the show? Listen. You can subscribe for free on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter, and receive giveaways and gifts in every one. Become a Tips for Travellers Patron and get added bonuses and gifts, including the chance to have an entire episode dedicated to your travel questions. Find out more at TipsForTravellers.com/Patron

In this episode hear how you can explore Vancouver in Canada with as little amount of walking as possible (and not miss out on much!) including: Gastown Float plane tour Zodiac tour Stanley Park Horse-drawn tour Stanley Park Totem Poles False Creek Granville Island Action to take: Subscribe for free on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter, and receive giveaways and gifts in every one. Become a Tips for Travellers Patron and get added bonuses and gifts, including the chance to have an entire episode dedicated to your travel questions. Find out more at TipsForTravellers.com/Patron

A special show to celebrate ten years of the Tips For Travellers Podcast, whose first episode was in September 2005. How can you support the show? Listen. You can subscribe for free on iTunes, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter, and receive giveaways and gifts in every one. Become a Tips for Travellers Patron and get added bonuses and gifts, including the chance to have an entire episode dedicated to your travel questions. Find out more at TipsForTravellers.com/Patron Got a travel question or want to get in touch? email us

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on going bear watching in British Columbia in Canada at Knight Inlet Lodge. In part two of a two-part series he explores ten areas any novice or person considering going should know about.Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio. The episdoe answers the following: Why should you go? When should yo go? Where should yo go? How long should you stay? What will you actually see? What is included in the price? Is the floatplane ride to the lodges really scary? What should you pack? What camera equipment should you take? How do you get the most out of time there? For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/british-columbia-spring-watch/

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on going bear watching in British Columbia in Canada at Knight Inlet Lodge. In part one of a two-part series he explores the overall experience, overview of the experience and why you should do it.Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio.For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/british-columbia-spring-watch/

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on cruising with Fred Olsen Cruises in this second part of the two-part series.Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio.For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.comThis show covers among other topics the answers to the following questions: Is Fred Olsen the right cruise line for me? Which is the right Fred Olsen itinerary for me? Which is the right cabin type for me? Have I budgeted the cost of Fred Olsen cruise properly? Have I packed the right things to get the most from my cruise? Have I chosen the right type of excursions or touring options?How do I get the most of my time on a Fred Olsen ship? How do I get the most from my cabin? What should I do if I like the Fred Olsen experience? For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/fredolsen/

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on cruising with Fred Olsen Cruises in a two-part series.Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio.For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com Part one looks at an overview of Fred Olsen, the on board experience and what it is liek cruising around the Norwegian Fjords as an example of life on board. The next episode provides specific tips and advice. For more visit http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/fredolsen/