This is the first episode of a 7-part series taking you on one of the most iconic Australian journeys. Come with me on the 3000 kilometre trip from Darwin to Adelaide on board the luxury train, The Ghan.
Reflecting on memories
When you spend your life on the road, those special days you normally share with family and friends take place in new countries each time. Here are some of my happy memories of those days.
London to Australia on the Qantas A380
When you’re going to be on a plane for almost 24 hours, there are certain things you want from the experience. Does Qantas deliver on the A380?
#16 – Qantas Head of Customer Product Phil Capps
From check in to the meal service, how do you keep people happy when you’ve got some of the longest flights in the world? This week on Leaders of Travel, I speak to the man at Qantas who’s in charge of every passenger’s experience.
#15 – Uttar Pradesh Tourism DG Amrit Abhijat
When your state is larger than most countries, you have a unique set of challenges. I speak to the Director-General of Tourism in Uttar Pradesh.
#14 – Tourism Victoria’s Melanie de Souza
When you think of an Australian holiday, do you think of Melbourne? This week on Leaders of Travel, I ask Tourism Victoria whether people should.
#13 – Belfast City Council CEO Suzanne Wylie
From a war zone to a tourist hotspot. How destinations transform themselves after conflict. This week on Leaders of Travel, I speak to the head of Belfast City Council.
#12 – Voyages to Antiquity CEO Jos Dewing
Forget the mega pools, the cinemas, the boozy parties – this is one cruise that’s all about the destination. This week on Leaders of Travel, I speak to the CEO of Voyages to Antiquity.
#11 – Bhutan’s Damcho Rinzin
A magical mountain kingdom with its fair share of mystery. This week on Leaders of Travel, I speak to the spokesman for Bhutan about trekking… and toilets!