Sydney Opera House, Bampton village, Cruise passenger rights and Cork, Ireland

On this week's podcast:

• Geoff Harrison relates the history of Sydney's iconical Opera House.
• Frances Beasley visits a 'chocolate box' village in Devonshire UK) called Bampton.
• Ernie Solomon reports on the lack of legal rights cruise ship passengers 'enjoy'...his advice: always read the contract details before buying your ticket. Segment courtesy of Around the World Radio hosted by Arthur von Wiesenberger.
• This week's world destination report by Geoff Harrison  features Cork, Ireland.

Travelradio Australia #173

 
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What's baking today?

On this week's podcast of ATW Travelradio Australia Aussie correspondent John Crook revisits the bakery in Oatlands, Tasmania and finds out 'what's new' from baker Graham Pritchard. Martha Bull chats with Max Hartshorne about Spring travel suggestions. Euro contributor Frances Beasley takes us to the former abbey of Furstenfeld, Germany. Martha Bull interviews Kent St John about his experiences on a trip in southern Ireland.
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Theatre organist keeps tradition alive

On this week's edition of ATW Travelradio Australia our Australian-based reporter John Crook interviews renowned theatre organist Martin Ellis. Host Ren Zwiers lists the world's best beaches according to expedia.com.au. European correspondent Frances Beasley comments on the icy weather conditions currently experienced in much of northern Europe. US-based contributor Kent St John reviews his trip to Belfast, Ireland.

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Linger longer at Bargara on the beach

View from the Hummock Lookout

between Bundaberg and Bargara.

The beachfront town of Bargara (Queensland, Australia) is a pleasant spot to linger at and there's some nice accommodation on offer in this haven several hours' drive north of Brisbane and a short trip out of the nearby city of Bundaberg. On this week's radio show/podcast, John Crook visits Bargara and chats with Lorraine, owner of the new Golden Cane B&B. Also on the show, Frances Beasley reports on the Red Chili Pepper Festival in Pay Basque (France). US host Arthur von Wiesenberger (with assistance from US comedy writer Buddy Winston) tells us about his trip to Dublin (Ireland). John Crook learns some tips on car rentals from an Australian industry professional, Andrew Morgan.

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PODCAST: Around the World #05-09

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CRN (Australia) broadcast date: Wednesday, 4 February 2009

Program details:

• John Crook presents a wine and dine report on de Bortolli Windy Peak range.
• Arthur von Wiesenberger and Richard Mineards chat with Kent St John of Gonomad.com about his impressions of Dublin and Belfast, Ireland.
• Frances Beasley tells us how to get the most out of provincial market shopping in France.
• John Crook visits Orange (NSW) and interviews local B&B operator John Grandstone.
• To finish this week’s show, John has information about watercolour classes conducted by renowned Australian painter Ross Paterson

PODCAST: Around the World #49-08

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CRN (Australia) broadcast date: 3 December, 2008

Program details:

• John Crook presents a wine report on Cargo Road, Orange (NSW, Australia).
• Buddy Winston and Richard Mineards chat with travel website publisher Max Hartshorne about the art of travel writing.
• Frances Beasley visits Dublin, Ireland.
• John Crook chats with Dr Venu, of Kerala Tourism, to discuss the attractions of this lesser known part of India.