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Episode 177: Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore the paradox of valuing diversity while facing the erosion of cultural distinctiveness.  "There's a deep incompatibility between two different conceptions of diversity," Kyte said. "Individual diversity requires inclusivity, but group diversity necessitates exclusivity to preserve shared practices and beliefs."  The podcast highlights the alarming statistic that an estimated half of the world's 7,000 languages may disappear within a generation, taking with them the rich cultural knowledge embedded in these tongues.  Rada inquires about the potential benefits and drawbacks of a common global language, highlighting that while it could enhance convenience, it could also result in a world that lacks cultural diversity.  The hosts also discuss the impact of globalization and capitalism on traditional practices, such as the evolution of ethnic restaurants in the United States. As these establishments become more mainstream, they often lose their authentic cultural roots, replaced by standardized menus and business models.  The hosts emphasize the need for a balanced approach, one that preserves communities with distinctive cultural characteristics while also promoting inclusivity.  Links to stories discussed during the podcast Last of their kind: What is lost when cultures die? by Wade Davis, Scientific America Seven unique practices in the world that are dying out: See them before they are gone forever, by Ben Groundwater, The Sydney Morning Herald Before it disappears: recording endangered practices, skills and knowledge, by Nik Petek-Sargeant, The British Museum About the hosts Scott Rada is a digital strategist with Lee Enterprises, and Richard Kyte is the director of the D.B. Reinhart Institute for Ethics in Leadership at Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin. He is also the author of "Finding Your Third Place: Building Happier Communities (and Making Great Friends Along the Way)."

Ben Groundwater, reisverslaggever van The Sydney Morning Herald, schreef afgelopen weekend lovend over de bitterbal. Hij noemde het bruine goud zelfs een van de beste bier snacks ter wereld. Voor ons is dit natuurlijk oud nieuws: geen feestje zonder bitterballen, ook niet in Australië. Helaas is de bitterbal hier niet verkrijgbaar in de supermarkt, maar ze zelf maken is niet zo moeilijk zegt Nicole Holten van food blog The Dutch Table. Zij heeft voor ons het recept voor de heerlijkste 'home made' bitterballen.

Tourism Australia is facing criticism for their lavish spending of taxpayer money to get "influencers" into the country. Travel Writer for The Age, Ben Groundwater, says the people who don't support the spending claim it's a "giant waste of money".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travel writer Ben Groundwater joined Philip Clark with a look at Spain, and the oldest city in Western Europe, Cadiz. 

Travel writer Ben Groundwater joined Philip Clark to share how you can get the most out of an Italian holiday

Travel writer Ben Groundwater joined Philip Clark to share how you can get the most out of an Italian holiday

We're off to Spain and Nauru, we're talking airport lounge hacks and the world's best airline for 2023 – does Singapore Airlines deserve the golden gong?  Our guests this episode are:Ben Groundwater in conversation with Belinda Jackson Travel writer, author and tour guide Ben Groundwater tells us how much he loves Spain, and why you should love it too. We're talking about where to eat paella and drink Jerez sherry, about hundred-year-old Basque cider houses, why cañas (small glasses of beer) at breakfast are a thing. And Ben's top dining recommendation is (drum roll)… Asadore Etxebarri: San Juan Plaza, 1, 48291 Axpe, Bizkaia, asadoretxebarri.com  You can read Ben's adventures each week in the Traveller section of the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, and his two new books are Ultimate Food & Drink Australia and Neon Lights in Tokyo. Join Ben on his Insiders Food Tour of San Sebastian with World Expeditions departs in May and October 2024. Tickets are selling like hot churros! See www.bengroundwater.com   Lisa Pagotto in conversation with Kirstie Bedford The tiny Pacific nation of Nauru is synonymous with refugee detention centres, but its government is encouraging tourism to the region for a much-needed boost to its economy.  Crooked Compass founder and CEO Lisa Pagotto has just returned from Nauru and is now taking tours to the region, to add to their many off-the-grid destinations – from Moldova to Mongolia. She tells Kirstie what travellers can expect on a trip to this tropical micronation, and how your tourism dollar really will make a difference.  Crooked Compass: www.crooked-compass.com  Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theworldawaits/message

Travel writer Ben Groundwater has put together a list of the top countries to travel solo and revealed all with Philip Clarke on Nightlife. 

This season, Jeanene from Winederlust is meeting wine experts and travel specialists asking the 'hard hitting' questions we all want to know leading into the festive season.  In this episode Jeanene is chatting with award winning travel journalist and author Ben Groundwater. The book he talks about being in the pipeline has now been released - Ultimate Food & Drink Australia.  www.bengroundwater.com  Since 1. What to serve? Malaysian turkey with Bollinger Champagne; Polperro Chardonnay from Mornington Peninsula, Victoria; Red wine from Dalwhinnie in Landsborough, Pyrenees Victoria.  2. What to give? a good waiter's friend 3. Where to visit in Australia? Margaret River WA and Clare Valley SA 4. Where to visit overseas? Bordeaux, France Check www.winederlust.com.au for more information This podcast has been written, edited, produced and hosted by Jeanene Kennedy-Evans of Winederlust. Music is All About It by Jamie Lono, licensed trough Music Bed.    Winederlust logo by Odeth Casanova Get in touch at hello@winederlust.com.au 

Sadly, this will be the final episode of Flight of Fancy. However, we're going out with a bang, bringing back some of your favourite guests - including Rob McFarland, Ute Junker and Flip Byrnes, along with host Ben Groundwater - to reveal the journey, destination or experience that has changed their lives in the most significant way. You won't believe some of their stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lately airline has been grappling with a major PR crisis - delayed and cancelled flights, lost baggage, and hours spent on the phone waiting for customer service. All this after the worst couple of years ever for the airline because of the pandemic.Travel writer Ben Groundwater talks to Sean Aylmer about whether Qantas can recover again.Support the show: https://fearandgreed.com.au/all-episodesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Airport workers say the transition to self-check ins and automated airports may have contributed to delays for customers.

Ben Groundwater takes us around the picturesque area of southern Europe.

Want to experience, spring skiing, schnitzel eating, and meet a man who might be one of the world's oldest working DJs? Add Austria to to your list.

Lady Elliot Island is a coral cay in the southern most part of the Great Barrier Reef, and it's an underwater haven for both snorkellers and divers.

To wrap up Flight of Fancy for 2021, we're taking a look back at the year that was for travellers, from vaccine "stroll-outs" to burst bubbles, from border restrictions to a very gradual and timid reopening - plus, you know, floods and earthquakes and mouse plagues and the like. Join host Ben Groundwater, Traveller's digital editor Craig Platt, and our own "stranded Aussie" Flip Byrnes to recount 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a sports fanatic? Maybe you've been to the World Cup? Or watched a Wimbledon final? Tonight we're diving into the world of sports.

Whether you're after some snorkelling on a reef, a beer on a rooftop or some serious nature tropical far North Queensland might be for you.

With the Olympic Games upon us, Ben Groundwater presents an unashamed love letter to one of the world's truly great travel destinations: Tokyo. Ben is joined by a host of Japanophiles, including TV host Adam Liaw and author Jane Lawson, to try to explain this huge and nebulous city, to pass on all of their knowledge and share the love for Japan's incredible capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Groundwater is from traveller.com.au and has been on a family road trip from Sydney to the Victorian High Country

Risk-adverse Aussies are being told to avoid Auckland when the bubble opens - least they get trapped in a lockdown.The trans-Tasman bubble takes flight first thing on Monday morning.But travel writer Ben Groundwater told Heather du Plessis-Allan Auckland's at the bottom of his list of Kiwi destinations.He says with the supercity's history of snap lockdowns and heaving MIQ facilities - he'd expect the next outbreak to crop up there."Australians have had their share of regional lockdowns - interstate travel in Australia's been rife been problems and people are wary of getting stuck in a city far from home."LISTEN ABOVE

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern last week announced that as of Monday April 19 the travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand will reopen.   And the response has been huge!   There was a “100-fold increase” in ticket sales between Australia and New Zealand after that announcement was made.    Aussies are keen to head over but before you book your tickets though … a warning!  We're joined by Quentin Nolan a ski-tour operator in Queenstown; and Ben Groundwater, a writer for traveller.com.au to talk through what to to expect and what risks you might face.   Today on The Briefing - what you should know before you fly across the ditch.   TODAY'S HEADLINES PM backs away from vaccine rollout deadlines WA prepares for massive cyclone Prince Philip to be farewelled at low key funeral 80 dead in Myanmar protests OR watch Today's Headlines on YouTube: http://bit.ly/TheBriefingSUBSCRIBE  Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast  Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAU Twitter: @TheBriefingAU    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians haven’t always looked at NSW as a holiday spot but it's actually one of the world’s premier tourist destinations - and it’s ours for the taking. From white-sand beaches to lush green valleys and ruggedly beautiful ranges, these are the best thing to do in NSW. Hosted by Ben Groundwater with Sue Williams and Rob McFarland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Groundwater talks to food writer Sofia Levin and tour guide Juan Walker about all things "Australian food" - what our cuisine really is, where it came from, what it stands for, and how you can best enjoy it. This episode was recorded in October while Victoria was still in lockdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer is coming, and with reduced capacity in Australia and more people than ever looking to holiday at home, we ask: what do you need to know to start planning that ultimate summer getaway. Join host Ben Groundwater and travel writers Michael Gebicki and Sheriden Rhodes as they talk about the destination they think you’ll love and what you should do when you're there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're yearning to say goodbye to the bright lights of the big city and get back to nature, here are Australia’s best spots for fresh air and open spaces as well as some of the best of the world has to offer once it’s available. Join host Ben Groundwater and travel writers and outdoor enthusiasts, Andrew Bain and Nina Karnikowski. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Juan, a Kuku Yalanji man from the Mossman-Daintree area, has been working as a guide in this region of Australia for more than fifteen years. He talks to host Ben Groundwater about his country, his culture and his ambition to continue to learn and maintain the traditions of his people. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Looking to explore Australia's Sunshine State - what to see, what to do and where to go? Ben Groundwater talks to travel writer Sheriden Rhodes and Queensland-based tour guide Juan Walker about the best experiences you can have in the state and why is it completely normal to go to a pub and order a pot of gold.   See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

It's the oldest living culture in the entire world dating back more than 60,000 years and it's right here in Australia - a rich and varied culture full of knowledge and skill, and ceremonial traditions and legends. But it's just not one culture but hundreds of different cultures, made up of hundreds of different languages, stories and beliefs. Join host Ben Groundwater as he talks to Nhanda tour guide  Darren ‘Capes’ Capewell and travel writer Kerry van der Jagt, who specialises in indigenous travel within Australia, and learn how you as a  traveller can experience Aboriginal culture. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

We cover a lot of ground in this week’s podcast … and by  “a lot of ground” we mean pretty much the whole planet. First, we take a look a the recent 60 Minutes report which examined the progress being made by NSW building commissioner David Chandler in trying to make sure no one in the future suffers the same heart-breaking disasters as the residents of Mascot Tower. It’s a surprisingly well put together report - commercial TV usually doesn’t do too well on complex issue like strata defects. And it reveals a nasty piece of legal jiggery-pokery that seems to be geared towards nothing less than making sure the Mascot owners couldn’t claim against the people they believe are responsible for their current plight. And what is that plight?  If you haven’t been paying attention, last year the residents of Mascot Tower had to be evacuated when the building started to crack and literally started sinking into the ground. It now looks like March next year before they can get back … if they can afford to pay the $53 million repair bill. Cladding win The 60 Minutes track also looks at the flammable cladding problem, especially in Melbourne, where two high rises have become notorious for their external cladding going up in flames across several floors. In the podcast, Sue reveals that owners of a scheme in Sydney have just had a big win against developers who installed combustible cladding but said they weren’t liable as their Occupancy Certificate made it all OK.  A Tribunal Appeals Board disagreed, as you can read in Sue's story, here. If you didn’t see it, the 60 Minutes track is well worth a look. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJdilY29t7Y Travel fantasies Moving on and, in our minds at least, far, far away, we talk to travel writer and podcaster Ben Groundwater about what travel will be like when the pandemic is over.  Prior to Covid-19, cheap flights and Airbnb led to some of the world’s most wonderful places being almost destroyed by having too many tourists. Will this change when it’s finally safe to travel beyond these shores (and come back without having another enforced stay in a local hotel)? And Ben talks about people who go to the same place every year and  how you have to strike a balance between fully exploring places you love by returning to them, and broadening your horizons by going somewhere entirely new. We suspect that there will be a short window between travel restrictions being eased and tourism swarms reforming when you will be able to go back and see the world’s great cities and sight as they were in the days before Tripadvisor. You can hear more from Ben on his Flight of Fancy podcast on the Nine newspapers’ website. Services rip-off After that, we talk about claims that some essential services providers are ripping off  apartment owners by taking advantage of their dual role as inspectors and repairers. Then Sue  picks the bones out of a report by National Bank of Australia economists that says apartments would be cheaper if we just let developers build them 20 storeys higher. Like many experts, we say no. Apartments will only be cheaper when people stop paying so much for them. Listen in for a vivid illustration of that fact of strata life. And finally, there’s a call out to our listeners to get involved by sending us questions as audio tracks that we can include, and answer, on the podcast. Listen here If you haven’t already tried listening to a podcast, and you have speakers attached to your computer or earbuds attached to your smartphone, all you have to do is click on the "play" button below. And if you like what you hear, you can subscribe to this podcast, absolutely free, on Apple podcasts, Google podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or your favourite podcatcher. If the links provided don’t take you straight there, just search for Flat Chat Wrap, click on subscribe, and you’ll get this podcast every week without even trying.

A great road trip is about adventure and the excitement of not knowing what's beyond the next bend. Ben Groundwater with guests Sue Williams and Craig Tansley talk about their favourite and most memorable drives, and share their tips for planning a successful road trip. 

Just as the world closed to Australian travellers so too is it likely to open again over the next 12 or so months. So we’re taking out the crystal ball, waving our hands over it and peering inside to ask: Which countries are likely to open to Australian travellers first? Hosted by Ben Groundwater with guests Ute Junker and Sue Williams.

The question all travellers around the world must surely be considering right now is: where to next? Where are you going to go as soon as this global lockdown is over? Ben Groundwater talks to Rob McFarland and Sarah Clark on where they want to go first when the world reopens.

Travel doesn’t happen by chance. The best experiences, the most memorable experiences, take place because we’ve been inspired to do them. Ben Groundwater, Ute Junker and Sue Williams talk about the amazing and sometimes quirky things that have influenced their favourite travel experiences.

We explore Australia with renowned Australian travel writer and commentator Ben Groundwater. http://www.bengroundwater.com/ https://www.traveller.com.au/ben-groundwater-hveu0 https://www.traveller.com.au/travel-planning/podcasts https://www.smh.com.au/by/ben-groundwater-hveu0

The airport experience can be expensive, stressful and chaotic, but it's something you can't avoid. Here's how to survive the long queues and free perfume samples to make your flight in a state of relative calm. Join host Ben Groundwater and guest travel writers Rob McFarland and Ute Junker.

Some holidays are bound to be pricey; certain experiences will always cost a lot; host Ben Groundwater, Michael Gebicki and Sue Williams talk about the most notoriously expensive travel experiences and show you how to do them on the cheap.

From what to pack to where to go, Ben Groundwater along with Georgia Rickard and Katrina Lobley, share a few hair-raising and hilarious cautionary tales about their successful (and not so successful) road trips.

From walking Camino de Santiago to trekking the Inca Trail, Ben Groundwater talks to Flip Byrnes and Rob McFarland about the simple pleasure of seeing the world by foot.

Instead of squirrelling away money and going backpacking, young travellers are increasingly going overseas with nothing and 'begpacking.' Free hugs, photos from their travels and busking are some of the things they're offering in exchange for donations and it's infuriating locals and other travellers alike.   CREDITS Host/Producer: Gemma Bath Executive Producer: Elle Beattie Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Thanks to our special guests Fairfax journalist Ben Groundwater and busker Somerset Barnard.  Here are more of Ben's thoughts on the topic of begpackers: http://www.traveller.com.au/its-ridiculous-begpackers-why-travels-generation-of-entitlement-is-a-disgrace-gvnhp1 You can follow Somerset's travels and music here: www.somersetbarnard.com The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it's delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you are...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. The Quicky. Getting you up to speed. Daily. Want The Quicky in your ears every day?  Subscribe at mamamia.com.au/the-quicky or in your favourite podcast app. Love the show? Send us an email thequicky@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone 02 8999 9386. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First time travelling with your kids? Here's how to have a drama-free holiday with your kids - from the flight to the destination. Listen to tips and advice from Ben Groundwater, Genevieve Quigley and Fli Byrnes.

Whether it's high-speed, luxury or an old rattler, people have become so obsessed with train travel for a reason.

No one to travel with but you really, really want to do it? This episode of ExtraVirgin may just provide the impetus you need to get going. Ben Groundwater, travel writer, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age columnist, travel podcaster and author of Go Your Own Way: Hacks, Tips and Tricks to Travel the World Solo, has been travelling and writing for publications worldwide for the last 12 years and estimates he’s visited "around 80 or 90" countries. Often, those trips have been made on his own. We chat with Ben (who recently relocated from Sydney to Spain's San Sebastián) on topics such as: The pleasure and possible pain points of travelling on your own His favourite (and least favourite) places to travel alone Great solo itineraries How to stay safe, avoid scams and have the experience of a lifetime.  If you enjoy this episode of ExtraVirgin, please rate us and download the podcast so you never miss an episode. We always hearing from you - stay in touch via our webpage or follow us on twitter (@extravirginftw) insta @extravirginfoodandtravel or facebook @extravirginfoodandtravel or drop us a email at extravirginfoodandtravel@gmail.com  

The ‘bucket-list’ experiences every traveller should do (at least once in their life).

Ben Groundwater, renowned travel writer, author and podcaster chats to Jacinta about his life of adventure and travel writing.

It’s one of the most misunderstood travel destinations – but there’s so much to love about Iran, from its rich culture to colourful cuisine and stunning snow-capped peaks. Here are some of the most surprising things you’ll discover in Iran.

These are destinations that are the hardest to get to, the most remote, sometimes the most dangerous, and yet they provide the best experiences. 

The world is filled with stunning beaches and islands. Here are the best and underrated destinations for a sun and sand holiday.

Freezing temperatures and unimaginable landscapes: why everyone should consider travelling to Antarctica and the Arctic.

Where to go next? The destinations you should be travelling to this year.

Geoff Manchester and Darrell Wade were just a couple of backpackers who had a good idea, and that idea has transformed into a multi-million dollar business, Intrepid. Geoff talks to Ben Groundwater about how travel has change and how we can all continue to be good and sustainable travellers.

From sunsets in Ha Long Bay to bustling Ho Chi Minh and cultural Hoi An, this is a travel guide for first-timers (and return travellers) to one of Asia's most loved destinations, Vietnam. Ben Groundwater, Annie Dang and Intrepid's Geoff Manchester talk sights, food, experiences and more.

From peaks of Patagonia to the red deserts of Australia, these are the top places for an adventure in the outdoors (and you don’t need to be a nature lover to do it).

This week we're not looking at the world, but at how the world looks at us. Sue Williams and Rob McFarland join host Ben Groundwater to discuss the things that might shock foreign visitors on their first visit to Australia.

We all travel for different reasons - for an adventure, to escape the daily grind, to eat the most amazing foods in the world. But does travel have the power to change who we really are? Ben Groundwater talks to Flip Byrnes and Rob McFarland.

It's a destination that divides - some vow never to go, others have been a dozen times or more. Here's what it's like to travel this Indonesian island beyond touristy Kuta.

It's one of the finest destinations on the planet, but few Australians ever go there. Ben Groundwater and guests explain why that needs to change.

On this episode of Flight of Fancy, host Ben Groundwater is joined by fellow Traveller.com.au writers Ute Junker and David McGonigal to discuss their most memorable experiences trying to enter countries around the world.

It’s an idea that crosses everyone’s mind after a break-up – the need to escape and bury yourself in a corner of the world to find yourself again. But is travelling to heal a broken heart effective? Where should you go, what should you see and do?

From Scandinavia to Canada and Patagonia, why it’s worth ditching the swim suit for these cold climate destinations –a guide to the best thing to things to do while you’re there.

Why it’s worth visiting New Zealand - a travel guide on the best things to see and do, even if you're not an adrenaline junkie.

Bucket-list experiences, touristy attractions, call it what you may but these travel experiences, as common or as corny as they are, are worth doing.

Who you choose to travel with is one of the most important decisions any traveller makes.  But what makes someone a good or bad travel buddy? Ben and guests share anecdotes of their own choices in travel buddies, the good ones, the favourites and the ones they rather forget.  

The best dishes to eat in Italy  and where to eat them.

Not every city lives up to its bad reputation. These are the places most people won't visit, but here, you can have an experience that you'll never have anywhere else.

The tricks to travelling on the cheap: how to afford to do the things you love while also spending the bare minimum.

Fear of heights? Fear of Bollywood dancing? There are some things that are worth trying - even just once.

For travellers, beer is not just a drink. It's a culture. From Belgium to Japan, from Germany to the US, these are the countries that know what the tradition of beer really means.

From the Germans to the Japanese, these are the cultures that love taking their clothes off. Ben Groundwater and guests talk why, and share advice and tips on how to appropriately get nude without feeling awkward.

Stop crowding around the baggage carousel, put down that selfie stick - here are the travel experiences worth whinging about.

Where to go next? These are the destinations you should be travelling to in 2018.

On this episode of Flight of Fancy, host Ben Groundwater is joined by fellow writers Ute Junker and Michael Gebicki to talk about haggling: the art of arguing over prices, of making deals, of paying the amount that you really desire.

Getting paid to travel to the most exciting and fascinating destinations is a pretty cool gig. Ben Groundwater and guests talk about how they got into the travel industry and share their tips and advice on the realities of working in travel.

Barcelona, Rome and Dubrovnik have always been a draw card for visitors, but lately it seems like it’s getting out of hand.  What makes these cities so popular? How do you cope if you visit them? What are some alternative destinations to avoid the crowds?

It's Chile, Brazil, Argentina, Peru and more. There's so much to love and so much to discover about this continent. Ben Groundwater chats to guests Greg Crater and Ute Junker about the ins and outs about travelling  South America.

Guest Dan Hong answers your questions about street food around the world  on this special bonus episode of Flight of Fancy.

Getting sick when you travel can ruin your entire overseas experience. So what should you do if you get sick? Ben Groundwater is joined by Michael Gebecki and Flip Byrnes to talk about the positives and negatives of being sick on the road, and they share some tips and advice on how to cope when you do get sick.

Been to Bali, Thailand and Japan and think you've "done" Asia? Think again. This week host Ben Groundwater and guests Ute Junker and Tara Kennaway discuss the parts of Asia that tourists are yet to discover.

There's something liberating - and daunting - about travelling on your own. Ben Groundwater and guests Nina Karnikowski and Tim Charody talk about the pros and cons of travelling alone and offer their top tips for making the most of solo travel. 

Can you keep being a backpacker into your 30s and beyond? Staying in hostels, going out partying, travelling on the cheap. At what point do you say 'I'm too old for this'? Ben Groundwater is joined by travel writer Ute Junker and Intrepid Travel's Tara Kennaway discuss the joy and pain of backpacking.

Cramped seats, bad food, delays and cancellations. Do we have a right to be angry when it comes to flying? Ben Groundwater asks the question with guests Ute Junker and Michael Gebicki.

It might just be the ultimate travel experience: being an expat. But is living in a foreign country all that we imagine?

For some, food is the most important part of the travel experience. So which country offers the best food experiences?

Travel is fun and it's exciting. You get to learn things about the world you never knew. But travel also comes with some peculiar rules. Ben Groundwater and guests talk about the funny, and sometimes strange cultural rules around travel.

It's one of the world's greatest tourist destinations - but be prepared for some surprises. Ben Groundwater chats to Ute Junker and Tim Charody about the most surprising things travellers will discover in Europe.

Looking to travel this year but not sure where to go? Ben Groundwater and guests reveal the destinations you should visit in 2017.

Every traveller has story about being scammed. Whether it’s a dodgy cab driver or something more elaborate like a jewellery smuggling ring, getting swindled is an inevitable part of travel. Ben Groundwater chats to Ute Junker and Tim Charody about how to avoid being scammed.

It's that time of the year when many people take time off work and enjoy holidays. In this episode, you'll meet Ben Groundwater who travels for a living. You'll also hear Emily Bissland from ABC Warnambool and Lily Partland from ABC Ballarat.