This week Nicola and Di are popping the champagne for a very special Over The Travel Fence episode and introducing an extraordinary bucket list adventure for our Back Fence listeners - an expedition to Antarctica aboard Seabourn’s ultra-luxury ship, Venture. Joining us in the studio to unpack all the details are Jennifer Compton from Seabourn and Michelle Nicholas, Over The Back Fence’s own personal travel manager, who flew in fresh off a trip to Sri Lanka to share the news.

We chat to Jen and Michelle about the amazing trip to Antarctica that we are planning to go on with some of our listeners in 2028! Think of the ship as your luxury base camp at the edge of the world. Every suite comes with its own private veranda, walk-in wardrobe and heated jacket closet. Days are spent exploring iceberg alley by Zodiac, spotting leopard seals, humpback whales and orcas, and making wet landings among curious, unfazed penguin colonies, all guided by an expedition team Jen describes as “the most entertaining nerds you’ll ever find.” There’s even the chance to take the famous polar plunge, before warming up in a sauna with floor-to-ceiling views of the icy landscape outside! 

Whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, or want to bring a friend, this trip is designed for connection. We are going to have such a great time together. It’s the kind of shared, unforgettable experience that creates friendships for life, with as much time to yourself or with the group as you like. Over The Back Fence listeners get access to a seriously special rate, so if Antarctica has ever been on your bucket list, now is the time to lock it in!

We also wanted to give you a chance to get to know Jen and Michelle a little bit, and hear about these two extraordinary women with decades of experience in the travel industry. We know we can trust them to create the most incredible adventure for us, and we cannot wait to experience it with you! Don’t just dream about it, come join us!

This episode is proudly supported by Montgomery Investment Management, trusted experts helping you build and protect your financial future. For further information, please contact David Buckland, Chief Executive Officer or Rhodri Taylor, Account Manager on (02) 8046 5000 or investor@montinvest.com

Find out more about our OTBF Antarctica Adventure here - TMA flyer SBN updated 29 oct.pdf

Contact Michelle Nicholas for any booking enquiries here - michelle.nicholas@travelmanagers.com.au

www.travelmanagers.com.au/MichelleNichoals

Follow Nicola and Di on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/overthebackfencepodcast/ 

Find out more about the next OTBF trip to Bhutan in October 2027 - https://www.travelmanagers.com.au/ptm/michellenicholas/explore/travel-itineraries/

Watch Over The Back Fence on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@Overthebackfencepodcast/podcast

This week Nicola and Di are popping the champagne for a very special Over The Travel Fence episode and introducing an extraordinary bucket list adventure for our Back Fence listeners - an expedition to Antarctica aboard Seabourn&rsquo;s ultra-luxury ship, Venture. Joining us in the studio to unpack all the details are Jennifer Compton from Seabourn and Michelle Nicholas, Over The Back Fence&rsquo;s own personal travel manager, who flew in fresh off a trip to Sri Lanka to share the news.
We chat to Jen and Michelle about the amazing trip to Antarctica that we are planning to go on with some of our listeners in 2028! Think of the ship as your luxury base camp at the edge of the world. Every suite comes with its own private veranda, walk-in wardrobe and heated jacket closet. Days are spent exploring iceberg alley by Zodiac, spotting leopard seals, humpback whales and orcas, and making wet landings among curious, unfazed penguin colonies, all guided by an expedition team Jen describes as &ldquo;the most entertaining nerds you&rsquo;ll ever find.&rdquo; There&rsquo;s even the chance to take the famous polar plunge, before warming up in a sauna with floor-to-ceiling views of the icy landscape outside!&nbsp;
Whether you&rsquo;re travelling solo, as a couple, or want to bring a friend, this trip is designed for connection. We are going to have such a great time together. It&rsquo;s the kind of shared, unforgettable experience that creates friendships for life, with as much time to yourself or with the group as you like. Over The Back Fence listeners get access to a seriously special rate, so if Antarctica has ever been on your bucket list, now is the time to lock it in!
We also wanted to give you a chance to get to know Jen and Michelle a little bit, and hear about these two extraordinary women with decades of experience in the travel industry. We know we can trust them to create the most incredible adventure for us, and we cannot wait to experience it with you! Don&rsquo;t just dream about it, come join us!
This episode is proudly supported by <a href="https://investwith.montinvest.com/otbf">Montgomery Investment Management</a>, trusted experts helping you build and protect your financial future. For further information, please contact David Buckland, Chief Executive Officer or Rhodri Taylor, Account Manager on (02) 8046 5000 or <a href="mailto:investor@montinvest.com">investor@montinvest.com</a>
Find out more about our OTBF Antarctica Adventure here - <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUFIyuHMkcefLIRRJWYDxPg5Xk54dSxx/view?usp=sharing">TMA flyer SBN updated 29 oct.pdf</a>
Contact Michelle Nicholas for any booking enquiries here - <a href="mailto:michelle.nicholas@travelmanagers.com.au">michelle.nicholas@travelmanagers.com.au</a>
<a href="http://www.travelmanagers.com.au/MichelleNichoals">www.travelmanagers.com.au/MichelleNichoals</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/overthebackfencepodcast/">Follow Nicola and Di on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/overthebackfencepodcast/&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://www.travelmanagers.com.au/ptm/michellenicholas/explore/travel-itineraries/">Find out more about the next OTBF trip to Bhutan in October 2027 - https://www.travelmanagers.com.au/ptm/michellenicholas/explore/travel-itineraries/</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Overthebackfencepodcast/podcasts">Watch Over The Back Fence on YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/@Overthebackfencepodcast/podcast</a>

Di Edwards and Nicola Dale have been best friends for close to four decades & they actually share a ‘back fence’ in Sydney! 
They share a love of life, a passion for people, and have discovered a simple conversation over the back fence, can change a life and give a sense of belonging . 

“We’re not neuroscientists, psychologists, doctors or monks - we just love people - and know with age comes wisdom."

Di Edwards and Nicola Dale have been best friends for close to four decades &amp; they actually share a ‘back fence’ in Sydney!  They share a love of life, a passion for people, and have discovered a simple conversation over the back fence, can change a life and give a sense of belonging . 
“We’re not neuroscientists, psychologists, doctors or monks - we just love people - and know with age comes wisdom."

Over the Back Fence

Over the back fence is a podcast by two incredible women in their 50’s and 60’s - for women.

Di and Nicola have an infectious energy that is bound to light you up. It’s a podcast which values community, connection and lifting each other up. 

Here, Di and Nicola will delve in to the highs and lows they’ve experienced in life… From starting a family, experiencing marriage breakdowns, to embracing new beginnings. They’ll discuss the lessons they’re still learning, and interview people with inspiring stories to tell. 

Di and Nicola will invite guests on OTBF from all over the globe. From close friends, entrepreneurs, comedians, councillors to motivators and life coaches - to unlock their wisdom and have a laugh along the way.

Over the back fence is a podcast by two incredible women in their 50’s and 60’s - for women.
Di and Nicola have an infectious energy that is bound to light you up. It’s a podcast which values community, connection and lifting each other up. 
Here, Di and Nicola will delve in to the highs and lows they’ve experienced in life… From starting a family, experiencing marriage breakdowns, to embracing new beginnings. They’ll discuss the lessons they’re still learning, and interview people with inspiring stories to tell. 
Di and Nicola will invite guests on OTBF from all over the globe. From close friends, entrepreneurs, comedians, councillors to motivators and life coaches - to unlock their wisdom and have a laugh along the way.