Fresh from exploring Australia’s Coral Coast on a four-day road trip, travel writer Penny Thomas chats with fashion writer and stylist Megan French about her trip and the basic travel essentials she took with her.

They also discuss their favourite things to listen to during a long drive, why you should always double-check you have everything before you head off on an adventure, the importance of having roadside assistance, and why you should always know how to change a tyre.
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Fresh from exploring Australia’s Coral Coast on a four-day road trip, travel writer Penny Thomas chats with fashion writer and stylist Megan French about her trip and the basic travel essentials she took with her.
They also discuss their favourite things to listen to during a long drive, why you should always double-check you have everything before you head off on an adventure, the importance of having roadside assistance, and why you should always know how to change a tyre.
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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

Welcome to The Pod Well Travelled's dedicated Packing Series, where we provide practical tips to help you pack smarter, travel lighter and say goodbye to any luggage-related woes you might come up against when packing.

Welcome to The Pod Well Travelled's dedicated Packing Series, where we provide practical tips to help you pack smarter, travel lighter and say goodbye to any luggage-related woes you might come up against when packing.

The Pod Well Travelled | Packing Series

PACKING SERIES | Road trip essentials

In this episode of The Pod Well Travelled, host Penny Thomas sits down with seasoned travel writers Stephen Scourfield and Mogens Johansen to discuss the world of river cruising.

From Europe’s iconic waterways to the hidden treasures of Asia, Stephen and Mogens share insider tips on top destinations and itineraries, including unique experiences that only river cruises can offer.

With practical advice for first-time cruisers, they discuss what to consider when choosing a cruise: how boat size impacts the onboard experience, which amenities matter most, and how river cruising differs from ocean cruising in terms of excursions, dining and entertainment.

Megan French returns towards the end of the show for a lively round of “This or That”, where Stephen and Mogens reveal their preferences between European and Asian rivers, large and small ships, plus more.
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In this episode of The Pod Well Travelled, host Penny Thomas sits down with seasoned travel writers Stephen Scourfield and Mogens Johansen to discuss the world of river cruising.
From Europe’s iconic waterways to the hidden treasures of Asia, Stephen and Mogens share insider tips on top destinations and itineraries, including unique experiences that only river cruises can offer.
With practical advice for first-time cruisers, they discuss what to consider when choosing a cruise: how boat size impacts the onboard experience, which amenities matter most, and how river cruising differs from ocean cruising in terms of excursions, dining and entertainment.
Megan French returns towards the end of the show for a lively round of “This or That”, where Stephen and Mogens reveal their preferences between European and Asian rivers, large and small ships, plus more.
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<li>Subscribe to The Pod Well Travelled where you get your podcasts — and share it to your family and friends.</li>
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Finding your perfect river cruise adventure

Join Writing WA CEO Will Yeoman for a special crossover episode of Podstreet and The Pod Well Travelled.

During the show, Will chats with Mark Pybus, the passionate hiker and founder behind The Life of Py.

From his first trek across Costa Rica to the diverse landscapes of the Warren River Loop and Cape Le Grand Coastal Trail, Mark shares his journey into hiking and his passion for Western Australia’s natural beauty.

Tune in as they discuss his popular guidebooks, the rise in hiking interest during lockdowns, and the importance of preserving these trails for future adventurers.

Will Yeoman has also written an exclusive piece on Mark Pybus and his adventures for this Saturday’s Travel section in The West Australian. Subscribers to the podcast can get early access to the story here.

+ This special episode of Podstreet and The Pod Well Travelled is brought to you by Writing WA and The West’s travel team.

+ Discover more from Writing WA at writingwa.org, and don’t miss their latest insights by subscribing to their Substack here.

+ Follow Mark Pybus’s adventures and hiking insights at thelifeofpy.com or on Instagram @thelife0fpy.

+ Catch every episode of The Pod Well Travelled and Podstreet on your favourite podcast platform — and don't forget to share the journey with friends and family!

+ For more travel inspiration, sign up for our free weekly digital edition of eTravel at thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences. Each issue is packed with fresh stories, podcast updates, event listings and more — delivered straight to your inbox.

Join Writing WA CEO Will Yeoman for a special crossover episode of Podstreet and The Pod Well Travelled.
During the show, Will chats with Mark Pybus, the passionate hiker and founder behind <a href="https://www.thelifeofpy.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooLveukZ8a1CDNwOx8d0QRAt2isYWbQnqotSzFju7UUbrKDCaD7">The Life of Py.</a>
From his first trek across Costa Rica to the diverse landscapes of the Warren River Loop and Cape Le Grand Coastal Trail, Mark shares his journey into hiking and his passion for Western Australia’s natural beauty.
Tune in as they discuss his popular guidebooks, the rise in hiking interest during lockdowns, and the importance of preserving these trails for future adventurers.
Will Yeoman has also written an exclusive piece on Mark Pybus and his adventures for this Saturday’s Travel section in The West Australian. Subscribers to the podcast can get early access to the story <a href="https://thewest.com.au/travel/helping-to-make-walking-wa-as-easy-as-py-c-16465729">here.</a>
+ This special episode of <a href="https://www.writingwa.org/about/media-2/podcasts/">Podstreet</a> and <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/the-pod-well-travelled/playlists/podcast">The Pod Well Travelled</a> is brought to you by <a href="https://www.writingwa.org/">Writing WA</a> and The West’s travel team.
+ Discover more from Writing WA at <a href="https://writingwa.org">writingwa.org</a>, and don’t miss their latest insights by subscribing to their Substack <a href="https://writingwa.substack.com/">here.</a>
+ Follow Mark Pybus’s adventures and hiking insights at <a href="https://thelifeofpy.com">thelifeofpy.com</a> or on Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/thelife0fpy">@thelife0fpy</a>.
+ Catch every episode of <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/the-pod-well-travelled/playlists/podcast">The Pod Well Travelled</a> and <a href="https://www.writingwa.org/about/media-2/podcasts/">Podstreet</a> on your favourite podcast platform — and don't forget to share the journey with friends and family!
+ For more travel inspiration, sign up for our free weekly digital edition of eTravel at <a href="https://thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences">thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences</a>. Each issue is packed with fresh stories, podcast updates, event listings and more — delivered straight to your inbox.

The Life of Py

Join Penny Thomas, Megan French and Stephen Scourfield as they explore October’s biggest travel trends.

Stephen kicks off the show with highlights from the National Travel Industry Awards in Sydney, where he shares stories from the night and celebrates some of the well-deserved winners.

From there, the team dives into the latest industry happenings — from ALDI’s surprise launch of holiday packages and Uber’s new safari experiences, to insights on the cultural challenges plaguing Boeing. They also unpack what makes Singapore Airlines an industry leader and share details on a new mountain biking trail in New Zealand.

At the end of the show, Megan and Stephen go head-to-head in another lively round of ‘This or That.’

+ Subscribe to The Pod Well Travelled where you get your podcasts — and share it to your family and friends.

+ Sign up for eTravel via thewest.com.au/manage-email-preferences. It’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.

Join Penny Thomas, Megan French and Stephen Scourfield as they explore October’s biggest travel trends.
Stephen kicks off the show with highlights from the National Travel Industry Awards in Sydney, where he shares stories from the night and celebrates some of the well-deserved winners.
From there, the team dives into the latest industry happenings — from ALDI’s surprise launch of holiday packages and Uber’s new safari experiences, to insights on the cultural challenges plaguing Boeing. They also unpack what makes Singapore Airlines an industry leader and share details on a new mountain biking trail in New Zealand.
At the end of the show, Megan and Stephen go head-to-head in another lively round of ‘This or That.’
+ Subscribe to The Pod Well Travelled where you get your podcasts — 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’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.

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