Few places on Earth capture the imagination quite like Antarctica.

In this episode of The Pod Well Travelled, we explore what it’s really like to journey to the southernmost continent, from extraordinary wildlife encounters and navigating the notorious Drake Passage to choosing the right expedition cruise, avoiding seasickness and knowing what to pack.

Join Penny Thomas and fellow travel writers Stephen Scourfield and Michael Ferrante as they share their experiences, offer practical advice and discuss what makes this remote wilderness such an extraordinary place to visit.
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Read Helpful hints for capturing frozen landscapes by Penny Thomas.
Read Whales in Wilhelmina Bay by Penny Thomas.

Few places on Earth capture the imagination quite like Antarctica.
In this episode of The Pod Well Travelled, we explore what it&rsquo;s really like to journey to the southernmost continent, from extraordinary wildlife encounters and navigating the notorious Drake Passage to choosing the right expedition cruise, avoiding seasickness and knowing what to pack.
Join Penny Thomas and fellow travel writers Stephen Scourfield and Michael Ferrante as they share their experiences, offer practical advice and discuss what makes this remote wilderness such an extraordinary place to visit.
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<li>Subscribe to The Pod Well Travelled wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with family and friends.</li>
<li>Sign up for eTravel at <a href="https://thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences">thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences</a>. Our free weekly digital travel edition is delivered straight to your inbox, packed with inspiring stories, new podcast episodes, upcoming events and more.</li>
<li><a href="https://thewest.com.au/news/travel/helpful-hints-for-capturing-frozen-landscapes--c-13311082">Read Helpful hints for capturing frozen landscapes by Penny Thomas.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://thewest.com.au/news/travel/whales-in-wilhelmina-bay-c-13322768">Read Whales in Wilhelmina Bay by Penny Thomas.</a></li>
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A weekly podcast with Travel Editor Stephen Scourfield and the West Travel Club Team, filled with travel news and stories, in conversation and through the speech and sounds we collect on the road.

A weekly podcast with Travel Editor Stephen Scourfield and the West Travel Club Team, filled with travel news and stories, in conversation and through the speech and sounds we collect on the road.

The Pod Well Travelled

Antarctica Travel Guide 

What makes it a unique travel destination?

Must-visit landmarks and regions

Lesser-known outback destinations

Preparation tips

Respecting the traditional land owners

The best time to visit

Pack this or regret it

Where to see outback wildlife and tips?

Update from us and when we'll be back

Vast, remote and brimming with cultural richness, the Australian Outback is the topic on this week’s episode of The Pod Well Travelled. 

Host Megan French is joined by seasoned explorer Stephen Scourfield to discuss what makes Australia’s rural landscape one of the world’s most unique travel destinations.

From the iconic red heart of Uluru and the dramatic domes of Kata Tjuta, to the ancient gorges of Karijini and the rugged beauty of the Kimberley, this episode takes listeners on an epic journey with firsthand accounts, must-visit destinations and vital preparation tips revealed. 

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Vast, remote and brimming with cultural richness, the Australian Outback is the topic on this week&rsquo;s episode of The Pod Well Travelled.&nbsp;
Host Megan French is joined by seasoned explorer Stephen Scourfield to discuss what makes Australia&rsquo;s rural landscape one of the world&rsquo;s most unique travel destinations.
From the iconic red heart of Uluru and the dramatic domes of Kata Tjuta, to the ancient gorges of Karijini and the rugged beauty of the Kimberley, this episode takes listeners on an epic journey with firsthand accounts, must-visit destinations and vital preparation tips revealed.&nbsp;
+ We&rsquo;d love to hear from you &mdash; send your questions, comments or feedback for the podcast to The Pod Well Travelled team via travel@wanews.com.au.
+ Subscribe to The Pod Well Travelled where you get your podcasts &mdash; and share it to your family and friends.
+ Sign up for eTravel via thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences. It&rsquo;s our free digital edition of travel that gets delivered to your inbox once a week and is full of new stories, fresh podcast episodes, upcoming events and more.

Exploring the rugged Australian Outback

This week on The Pod Well Travelled, Travel Editor Stephen Scourfield discusses travelling the southern Indian state of Kerala, specifically its capital Thiruvananthapuram, with host Megan French.

From visiting one of the richest and most mysterious temples in the world, to witnessing the work of legendary Indian artist colloquially dubbed the “father of modern Indian Art” – the pair offer an insightful glimpse into travelling “alternative” India, away from the tourist trail. 

Having travelled through the subcontinent more than a dozen times, Stephen shares his expert top tips on exploring the destination home to more than 1.4 billion people.

At the end of the show Stephen mentions a travel story he wrote about riding India’s Route 66 on his Royal Enfield. To read his “favourite story ever", click on the link below or visit thewest.com.au. 

https://thewest.com.au/news/oceania/get-your-kicks-on-indias-route-66-ng-ya-136047

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This week on The Pod Well Travelled, Travel Editor Stephen Scourfield discusses travelling the southern Indian state of Kerala, specifically its capital Thiruvananthapuram, with host Megan French.
From visiting one of the richest and most mysterious temples in the world, to witnessing the work of legendary Indian artist colloquially dubbed the &ldquo;father of modern Indian Art&rdquo; &ndash; the pair offer an insightful glimpse into travelling &ldquo;alternative&rdquo; India, away from the tourist trail.&nbsp;
Having travelled through the subcontinent more than a dozen times, Stephen shares his expert top tips on exploring the destination home to more than 1.4 billion people.
At the end of the show Stephen mentions a travel story he wrote about riding India&rsquo;s Route 66 on his Royal Enfield. To read his &ldquo;favourite story ever", click on the link below or visit thewest.com.au.&nbsp;
<a href="https://thewest.com.au/news/oceania/get-your-kicks-on-indias-route-66-ng-ya-136047">https://thewest.com.au/news/oceania/get-your-kicks-on-indias-route-66-ng-ya-136047</a>
+ Subscribe to The Pod Well Travelled where you get your podcasts &mdash; and share it to your family and friends.
+ Sign up for eTravel via<a href="https://thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences"> thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences</a>. It&rsquo;s our free digital edition of travel that gets delivered to your inbox once a week and is full of new stories, fresh podcast episodes, upcoming events and more.
+ We&rsquo;d love to hear from you &mdash; send your questions, comments or feedback for the podcast to The Pod Well Travelled team via <a href="mailto:travel@wanews.com.au">travel@wanews.com.au</a>.

The wonders of south-west India

Special guest Leyanne Baillie joins Penny Thomas and Stephen Scourfield to discuss the many treasures of her historic homeland — Scotland.

During the episode, they dive into everything from haggis and highlands to the warm, welcoming spirit of its people.

Leyanne shares invaluable travel tips for first-time visitors eager to discover all there is to love about this far-flung corner of Britain, while Stephen reveals his favourite spots for kayaking among Scotland’s breathtaking isles.

At the end of the show, Penny puts Stephen and Leyanne to the test with a lively round of ‘This or That’, where they reveal their Scottish travel preferences . . . Edinburgh or Glasgow? A round of golf at St Andrews or a dip in a Scottish loch? And the toughest question of all — which is cuter, a Highland cow or a Shetland pony?

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+ We’d love to hear from you — send your questions, comments or feedback for the podcast to The Pod Well Travelled team via travel@wanews.com.au.

Special guest Leyanne Baillie joins Penny Thomas and Stephen Scourfield to discuss the many treasures of her historic homeland &mdash; Scotland.
During the episode, they dive into everything from haggis and highlands to the warm, welcoming spirit of its people.
Leyanne shares invaluable travel tips for first-time visitors eager to discover all there is to love about this far-flung corner of Britain, while Stephen reveals his favourite spots for kayaking among Scotland&rsquo;s breathtaking isles.
At the end of the show, Penny puts Stephen and Leyanne to the test with a lively round of &lsquo;This or That&rsquo;, where they reveal their Scottish travel preferences . . . Edinburgh or Glasgow? A round of golf at St Andrews or a dip in a Scottish loch? And the toughest question of all &mdash; which is cuter, a Highland cow or a Shetland pony?
+ Subscribe to The Pod Well Travelled where you get your podcasts &mdash; and share it to your family and friends.
+ Sign up for eTravel via <a href="https://thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences">thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences</a>. It&rsquo;s our free digital edition of travel that gets delivered to your inbox once a week and is full of new stories, fresh podcast episodes, upcoming events and more.
+ We&rsquo;d love to hear from you &mdash; send your questions, comments or feedback for the podcast to The Pod Well Travelled team via travel@wanews.com.au.

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