Why Not Now Travel Australia Podcast

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This podcast follows the journey of Ben and Jess and their 3 children as they pack up to travel Australia for a once in a lifetime gap year experience.

Why Not Now Travel Australia Podcast


    • Oct 12, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 31m AVG DURATION
    • 38 EPISODES


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    Episode 38: One year on.................

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 47:36


    Time flies by and here we are one year on reflecting on our adventure and our boys, Henry & Charlie, get to talk about their own experiences they had whilst travelling Australia. We would like to thank everyone who shared the journey with us. Both those people who we met on the road and those who followed along at home. It was an experience of a lifetime. If you would like to follow our new projects: Jess: www.facebook.com/kickstartliving www.instagram.com/kickstartliving Ben: www.facebook.com/benzinazeroaustralia www.instagram.com/benzinazero Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia   Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 37: The Final Leg Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 21:14


    After leaving the ACT and driving through every state and territory in Australia it was time to take the final drive home. Can you believe it? Only a few stops but things didn't go to plan, especially on our last night on the road. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia   Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 36: The Mighty Murray to the National Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2020 30:43


    After leaving the comforts of family in the Adelaide Hills we headed towards Mildura and the Mighty Murray. After a few wonderful days camped on this amazing river we headed towards the National Capital to buy a heater and see some flowers.  Don't forget to connect with us on social media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia   Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 35: Cousin Time in SA

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 28:31


    After travelling halfway across Australia in less than a week we were ready to spend some time out of the car and what better way than hanging out with family in the Barossa. Wine, Chocolate and green, green grass. Oh, what a treat it was, especially that we got to stay in a real bed. Don't forget to connect with us on social media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 34: 1 Week & Half A Continent Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2019 35:16


    We never set out to travel in this way but here we are doing it. After leaving the glorious WA Coast we headed east towards Kalgoorlie and stared into a big hole and we even got our hands dirty. However the weather changed and then we started running from the cold, half the way across the country. Don't forget to connect with us on social media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 33: Last Stop on the West Coast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2019 25:47


    After changing our travel plans and looking at the calendar we had to start getting our skates on. We zipped through Carnarvon, explored the super popular Kalbarri National Park and found beauty in Geraldton as we started preparing to head east.   Don't forget to connect with us on social media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 32: Heaven in WA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2019 40:06


    After preparing to head to Cape Range National Park to explore Ningaloo Reef we were greeted to a real treat. Picture perfect beauty and with weather to match we loved out time exploring. Super proud of our snorkeling efforts all round. We will be back. :) Don't forget to connect with us on social media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 31: Back into the Swing of Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2019 24:36


    After leaving all the comforts of family time in Port Hedland, we get back on the road. We bump into old friends and find not only shooting stars but some whales. Getting back on the road has been sweet and there is more to come. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 30: More than a Mining Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2019 33:09


    Port Hedland, for most travellers, is just a place to pass through to somewhere else but we went there to see family. We found that Port Hedland had more to it than just a place to work for a mining company and we had some amazing experiences. Oh and we enjoyed our first dinner together without out the kids for the whole of 2019!   Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 29: 8 Months on the Road

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2019 24:33


    8 Months! Just like that we have chalked up 8 months on the road. With our plans changing and a new direction in 2020 we reflect on what we have done and learnt so far. There are still challenges but there are no regrets.   Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook,com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 28: We made it to the West Coast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2019 27:28


    After leaving Kununurra we pushed hard to get to the west coast at the expense of all those things we really wanted to do along the way. It's now Ben and Charlie's turn to be sick. Broome is a mixture of white Sand, crocodiles and more hospital visits.  Don't forget to connect with us on social media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 27: That wasn't part of the plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2019 29:37


    After arriving in Kununurra we planned to stock up before heading west. The plan was to head to El Questro and explore but some things just don't go to plan. Facing a sick child and a broken car we find wonderful people to help and get us going again. Connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 26: Going West

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2019 35:52


    After leaving Darwin we start to make our way further west. More hot springs equals pool noodles (it had to happen at some point). We find special rocks and jump over another border into a cold pool but at least it had a nice view :)   Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 25: The Bucket List Kidz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2019 25:57


    We chat with Peter and Kelsey from Bucket List Kidz about their travels around Australia. We loved travelling with this family especially through some of the remote areas along the Savannah Way. Oh, and did someone say #boatlove? Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia Check out Bucket List Kidz Social Media too: www.facebook.com/bucketlistkidz www.instagram.com/bucketlistkidz     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 24: Territory Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2019 38:14


    After heading further into the NT we find great places to chill and enjoy some of the best little water holes on those warm winter days. Jess confronts her biggest fear like a BOSS! We land in Darwin and stop to rest after a massive 6 months. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 23: Dirt, Dust & Duct Tape.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2019 28:35


    After leaving Normaton we continue further along the Savannah Way. We share our first Pancake Sunday and Ben writes off a set of pluggers. We tackle some serious dirt roads that lead to beautiful places and some that lead to places you can't pronounce.  Jump on and follow us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 22: Chasing the Sun

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2019 36:56


    After making our way inland to escape the perpetual rain along the East Coast we meet up with another travelling family and head together towards a new adventure. Ben also gets to live out a childhood fantasy about an old train. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia and our friends Bucket List Kidz www.facebook.com/bucketlistkidz www.instagram.com/bucketlistkidz     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 21: This is Tropical Queensland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2019 31:42


    Our final push into tropical north Queensland. We explore beaches, forest and quirky markets. Are we tired of rain, yes but we still had a great time. Migaloo even got its reverse camera fitted finally.     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 20: The "Wet" Dry Tropics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2019 32:31


    After leaving our sailing dreams in Airlie Beach we hit the road to press further north. The kids discover new worlds and we stumble upon a tremendous reminder to follow our dreams.    Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia.com www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia.com     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 19: Whitsunday Funday

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2019 31:33


    After leaving the Canefields of Mackay it was time to continue a little further up the Queensland Coast and what better place to stop than  the Whitsundays. Airlie Beach was the destination and the proving ground for Ben's recent boat obsession. We had Sun, Snorkling and Swell and lots of it.      Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 18: Welcome to Croc Country

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2019 32:27


    After entering croc country we move further up the Queensland coast. Jess gets a little deep on industry, zoos and operation platypus. Ben becomes infatuated with what could be the next "Why Not Now" adventure. Don't forget to follow us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustalia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 17: 4 Months on the Road

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2019 39:09


    It's time to get all reflective and look at how we are going on this adventure of ours after 4 months. The good bits and the not so good bits, the gear and the budget! This ain't no holiday but it's a great experience. We also have a special guest doing the intro this week :)   Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 16: And the Journey Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2019 32:06


    We are on our own again after a wonderful 3 weeks with family and friends. We find some great camp spots as we move north up the QLD coast but a little accident creates a 1000km detour and could upset the whole adventure.  Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 15: Intermission to Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2019 35:00


    After completing the first leg of our adventure we find ourselves passing through our home town. We have 3 weeks visiting family and friends as we move further north away from the cold. Good times, chocolate and a birthday party are all part of the plan. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 14: North Coasting

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2019 28:24


    After jumping Sydney we moved our way further up the NSW Coast. A cracker of a low cost camp, a cracker of a waterfall and a cracker of a rat were all in store for us. Ah, the joys of travelling. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode13: It's time to TAWK!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2019 26:40


    Are you looking to travel Australia with your family? Finding information that is relevant is vital and one great resource is Travelling Australia With Kids or TAWK. In this episode Ben chats with Mandy from TAWK and discusses her own travelling experience and the reasons how TAWK came about. Web links below: www.travellingaustraliawithkids.com www.facebook.com/travelaustraliawithkids TAWK pose :) https://www.facebook.com/pg/travelaustraliawithkids/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1625482094209699 Don't forget you can catch us on: www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 12: Q & A Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2019 28:08


    For something a little different we threw it out there to anyone who follows us on social media to ask us a question. And they did! Thanks for your questions.  Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 11: South Coast Wonders

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2019 34:29


    Upon leaving the beloved Brou Lake we trundle a little further up the South Coast of NSW before heading inland to a wombat wonderland. With yet more rain, a crafty pack up ends in a sticky situation and we almost go back on a promise we made to ourselves. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 10: Nice Lake, Brou!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2019 30:20


    After hitting the mainland we head east across Victoria and try to unfunk ourselves as we find our rhythm again. We attempt to unravel the great thong mystery and nearly miss a state election all while travelling up NSW's south coast. Life's never dull on the road! Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 9: Tassie Wrap Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2019 20:20


    Being one of the key places we wanted to explore on our lap, Tasmania didn't disappoint. In this short and sweet episode we talk about our favourite places and experiences from our wonderful 6 weeks here. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 8 - Our First 2 Months On The Road

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2019 31:36


    After spending our first 2 months on the road it's time to reflect on whether our new lifestyle is working for us. The good and the not so good bits including our rather public shower and an unexpected challenge with what goes in the bin. Please excuse the cheeky visitor whilst recording this episode. :) Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 7: Tasmania's Wild West

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2019 35:54


    From leaving the comforts of friends in Hobart we wiggled our way back to Devonport but not before we experienced all the West Coast goodness we could handle. And what a trip it was! From the dizzying heights of a monumental dam to a river crossing to make Indiana Jones proud plus enough wind to blow the spots off a quoll. Tasmania you earned a spot in our hearts! Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)    

    Episode 6: Hobart & Surrounds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 34:11


    After moving down Tasmania's stunning east coast we headed to Hobart and the surrounding areas. We also learnt a lesson about planning ahead whilst booking our trip back to the mainland in peak season. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 5: Bay of Fires

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 33:55


    We made it to Tasmania (one of our big ticket places to see) and life on the road is taking a familiar shape now. When things are going well, life is great but several days of rain, a leaky camper and an ant infestation take their toll.  Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 4 - On the road

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 28:41


    We are on the road and living the dream. We have been on the road  for 2 weeks and while it hasn't been all smooth sailing, we are all still smiling.  Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 3: Calm before the Storm

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 26:28


    A change of tow vehicle meant a delay to our trip prep and redoing some of the work we had already done. A difficult decision was also required on the future of our pet. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)

    Episode 2: The Trial Trip and the Magpie

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 36:29


    After purchasing our first ever camper trailer and prepping the car it was time to take it on the road for a trial trip away. We were greeted with a variety of weather, prickles and an overly territorial magpie. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia     Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

    Episode 1: Why Not Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 33:58


    Everything starts with a dream. Ours was to travel and we discuss what "Why Not Now" means to us and how we plan to pack up our lives to travel around Australia in 2019. Don't forget to connect with us on Social Media. www.facebook.com/whynotnowaustralia www.instagram.com/whynotnowaustralia       Title music is "Follow Your Dreams by Scott Holmes (scottholmesmusic.com)  

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