The Pod Well Travelled
The Pod Well Travelled
Playlist by The Pod Well TravelledA 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.Follow the podcast:
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New Norcia: Australia's only monastic town
This week on our dedicated travel podcast, we explore Australia’s only monastic town, New Norcia. Founded in 1847 by Spanish Benedictine Monks, the unique settlement — that looks like it’s been plucked from a bygone village in Spain — is located about 130km north-east of Perth in Western Australia…
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Good, bad and ugly travel buddies
This week on our dedicated travel podcast, we reveal the best and worst types of travel companions. During the show, Penny Thomas and Megan French discuss their own red and green flags when it comes to travel partners, plus they share tips on how to be a better companion when travelling with frie…
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Unforgettable Aussie adventure aboard The Ghan
In this week’s show, we discuss one of the world’s most renowned overnight tourist trains, The Ghan. Having recently travelled on the train from Adelaide in South Australia to Darwin in the country’s Northern Territory, Penny Thomas chats with Megan French about the experience and all the places y…
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2024 Paris Olympics: To travel or not to travel?
Host Penny Thomas speaks with The West’s travel editor Stephen Scourfield and fashion writer Megan French about the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, and whether you should visit the host city when the world’s greatest athletes gather there to compete. During the show they unpack how local Parisian…
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Ultimate packing guide
In this week's episode, Stephen Scourfield and Megan French join Penny Thomas and share their expert packing tips. During the show, they reveal everything from how to pack efficiently and effectively for big and small trips, the packing techniques they swear by and what to do if your bags are ove…
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Formula One is more than a race, it's a festival for fans
On this week’s episode of The Pod Well Travelled, we delve into the wonderful world of Formula One and how to witness the racing spectacle live. Host Penny Thomas is joined by Travel and Motoring Editor Stephen Scourifled and Fashion Writer Megan French, who provide expert travel advice on how to …
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New harbourside hotel opens in Sydney
After a long wait, W Sydney has officially opened its doors — and we have the inside scoop about what went down at its premiere launch party. Join Penny Thomas and Megan French as they unpack the star-studded event, plus we hear what it’s like to stay overnight at the new Darling Harbour property…
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The King of Rock 'n' Roll
Last week, we devoted an entire episode to the rise and influence of Taylor Swift. This week, it’s all about the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – Elvis Presley. Known for his charismatic stage presence, distinctive voice and pioneering fusion of rockabilly, country and rhythm and blues music, Elvis was a p…
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The Taylor Swift Effect
Now that the Taylor Swift Eras Tour has come to an end in Australia, we discuss the pop megastar’s global influence and what happens when she comes to town. Whether you’re a fan of Taylor Swift or not, it’s hard to deny the cultural and financial juggernaut she’s become. Join travel writer Penny…
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Margaret River in Australia’s South West
Join Stephen Scourfield and Penny Thomas as they discuss the magical Margaret River region in Western Australia’s South West. During the episode, we also hear from Smith Beach Resort marketing manager Gemma O’Loughlin, who tells us her top things to see and do in the region and why she decided to …
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