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podcast· 35:28· Ep 122122. Tossa De Mar, Costa Brava Spain. Top things to do in Tossa de Mar.
Join us in today's episode as we take you to the gorgeous beach town of Tossa de Mar on the Costa Brava, in Spain. We share all the info about this incredible little city – the beaches, the cafes and restaurants, the walled fortress, the lighthouse, our magnificent accommodation and heaps more. If you want to hike – we tell you where to go, If you want to scuba dive we tell you where you can do that night or day. If you want a secluded beach – we share how to get there and if you want some great restaurant recommendations – we give youthose as well. Stay listening to the end to hear us share some funny stories, even one about a famous Hollywood actress from the 1950s which included a Spanish bullfighter. Lastly, we give you a heads up on one of the popular tourist activities that we certainly don’t recommend you do. Please enjoy episode 122 all about Tossa De Mar and if you would like to see all the pictures from this episode then click here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/122/tossa
podcast· 43:39· Ep 121121. Girona, Spain. Three days in Girona in Northern Spain
In today’s episode we are in Girona, just north of Barcelona in Spain. This is a little known Spanish gem and I’m sure after this episode you will definitely want to visit. Many people do daytrips from Barcelona as it is only 38 minutes on the fast train, but we share the best 3 day itinerary for exploring this interesting city. Of course we cover the fascinating history including the most preserved Jewish Quarter in Spain, we walk the city walls after we found the entrance (thanks to a group of teenagers who disappeared before our eyes). Girona is a huge sporting city and is world famous as being the place where many teams live and train for the tour de France. Stay listening to the end to hear about the best food, the most interesting cocktail we saw but also to find out about the “red bridge”. This bridge was designed and built by an extremely famous person – who was responsible for the most recognisable structure in the world, but he built this bridge first – So please enjoy episod
podcast· 44:05· Ep 120120. Montserrat and Barcelona - discover little known places in Barcelona
Did you know Barcelona has an Arc to Triumph – and it is at the entrance to a stunning park area filled with lakes, gold encrusted waterfalls, tropical jungle plants and even a zoo? No, neither did we and this was our 4th trip to Barcelona. Not only did we discover this gorgeous area, we finally went to the world-famous Montserrat monastery complex high in the mountains, just outside of the city. We loved it so much and can’t believe we left it this long to experience the incredible place. We share absolutely everything you need to know in this episode for the perfect visit. Stay listening to the end to hear how I braved my fear of heights to go up the funicular to experience probably the best views anywhere in Spain. If you would like to see all the pictures of the places we talk about in this episode, including the stunning views, then click here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/120/barcelona
podcast· 40:18· Ep 119119. Croatia Travel Guide and Highlights
Today’s episode is covering all the things you need to know for planning the perfect trip to Croatia. Whether you have 6 weeks like we did, or a shorter amount of time, we give you the must dos and definite don’ts. We also cover the places you can’t miss as well as the top things to do and see in those places. From the mountains of Istria, to the capital Zagreb, the stunning Plitvice Lakes, city walls of Dubrovnik and Emperor’s palace in Split to the best islands to visit – we cover it all for you. So please enjoy episode 119. Written summary is here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/119/croatia click here for all our Croatian Information www.beachtravelwine.com/croatia
podcast· 39:27· Ep 118118. Kotor, Montenegro. Travel to Kotor on the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro
Join us as we take you to Kotor in Montenegro, just over the border from Croatia. We spent 3 days exploring and we share all the info you need for a visit to this small medieval city. Learn about the old town, the fortress walk, the best speed boat tour where to stay and the best places to eat and drink. Of course, we cover some history and also some things to consider when travelling to Montenegro – including tips on crossing the border. Listen as we share the stories of how people kept buying us drinks, the music and dance festival we stumbled across and what to do – if like us you are in the middle of a complete electricity blackout in 40-degree heat for over 8 hours. Please enjoy episode 118 all about Kotor, if you want to see all the pictures that we took in Kotor, then click here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/118/kotor
podcast· 35:32· Ep 117117. Korcula, visit Croatia's prettiest island - Korcula
This week we are taking you to the most chilled, pretty island in Croatia, without all the day trippers and tourists - Korcula. We will share all the information about the old town which is known as the mini Dubrovnik. You will find out about the best wine and scenic tour to do and the hop on hop off water taxi that takes you to the most idyllic islands that surround Korcula. Learn about what to see in the old town, where to eat, where to stay and of course the best wine to try. Oh and the best spot to watch the famous sunsets. Please enjoy episode 117 all about our final destination in Croatia – Korcula. Click here to see all the pictures, maps and tours we talk about www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/117/korcula
podcast· 1h 00m· Ep 116Dubrovnik, Four Days in Dubrovnik, Croatia
[116] When you say you are going to Dubrovnik these four things come up every time 1. The famous city walls walk 2. The stunning old town area of Dubrovnik 3. The Game of Thrones locations where scenes were filmed 4. And the real infamous historical events this ancient city has endured. We share information on all of these with you – plus give you some great hints about staying in this medieval city. Stay listening to the end to hear how we snagged the best table at the sought-after Panorama Restaurant and the most unusual bar we have ever been to. To say we were blown away by Dubrovnik is a total understatement. It is one of those places that is so special and unique, that you just want everyone to go and experience it. Please enjoy this episode and if you want to see all the pictures that we took in Dubrovnik, then click here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/116/dubrovnik You can see the walking tour we did here https://www.viator.com/tours/Dubrovnik/Dubrovnik-Old-Town-15-Hour-Discove
podcast· 32:04· Ep 115Hvar - the most glamorous island in Croatia
[115] If you want to go where the rich and famous hang out in Croatia, then today’s podcast is for you. Hvar Island is only an hour by ferry from split and is one of the most popular islands in Europe. You will hear all about the super yachts, party islands, glamourous beach clubs and restaurants. But its not all glamour, Hvar has a fascinating history as well and we take you to the Spanish fort that dominates the old town of Hvar with views to die for. Stay listening to the end to hear how and where you can escape the party vibe and see more of the authentic side of Hvar. Hope you enjoy this fun episode and if you want to see all the pics (honestly make sure you check out the super yachts at night) then click here: www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/115/hvar
podcast· 25:36· Ep 114Best Wine Tour in Split, Croatia.
[Ep 114] This week we are sharing about a wine tour we did while in Split Croatia. To quote Lyle, I think this is the best wine tour we have ever done (and we have done a lot). That pretty much sums it up. It is the only wine tour where we have both shed a few tears, as the wine maker shared his story. But it isn’t all sad – in fact it is the opposite. It was a spectacular vineyard and wine tasting tour where the wine was fabulous, the views amazing and the company great fun. Make sure you listen to the end to hear about what some of the other people on the wine tour had us all singing – here’s a hint - they were from Sweden – so you can probably guess. If you would like to see all the pictures of the incredible views from the Seaview tasting rooms or from the rest of our wine tour, then click the link here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/114/splitwine
podcast· 51:32· Ep 113Split, Croatia. Travel to Split on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia
[Ep 113] This week Lyle and I are in the second biggest city in Croatia – Split. Split has everything you need for the perfect holiday – clear warm water for swimming, idyllic islands, forest walks, history, food and wine and stunning views and for those who like it – a great night life. We share the fun hike we did through a forest to a secluded beach, a speed boat tour to gorgeous Croatian islands, all about the history and amazing architecture of the 1,700 year old Emperor’s palace and all the best places to eat and drink throughout the plazas and squares in the old town. We had a jam-packed 4 days in Split and loved every minute and would highly recommend it as a great spot to stay when in Croatia. Once again if you want to see all the pictures or find out more about Split, then click here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/113/split
podcast· 52:18· Ep 112Zadar the hidden gem of Croatia. Visit Zadar on the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia.
[Ep 112] Hello and welcome to the Beach Travel Wine podcast where Lyle and I are taking you from the lush green part of Croatia to the famous Dalmatian Coast area on the Adriatic Sea. Today’s episode is about Zadar – now this coastal city isn’t as famous or popular as some other parts of Croatia – but it should be. Zadar has the history, the beaches, the islands, the day trips, the food and wine, city walls, old town, cathedrals and so much more – plus it is cheaper and there are a lot less people – so a perfect spot to explore in Croatia. Also Zadar is known for the famous sea organ, the Greeting to the Sun solar light show, on the stunning promenade which is one of the best spots to enjoy a sunset anywhere in Croatia. We tell you all about the history, some hidden gems, where to find the best swimming spots, which day trips to do and a really fun experience that completely surprised us. If you want to see the pictures that we took around Zadar – and all the places we talk about then
podcast· 43:29· Ep 111Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia - a complete guide
[Ep 111] I have been waiting to do this podcast episode for weeks – and I'm so excited and happy to be sharing all the information about Plitvice Lakes National Park with you. Imagine stepping into a fairytale where 16 crystal-clear, turquoise lakes cascade into each other, surrounded by lush, green forests and over 90 breathtaking waterfalls welcome to Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia. As one of the most stunning natural wonders in the world, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. We take you Wandering along wooden walkways, exploring tranquil lakes, and marveling at the park’s tallest waterfall, Veliki Slap. Stay listening to the end of the podcast to learn all the information on which entrances and tracks to take for the best experience, where to stay and some other great helpful information like how to visit for half price! Please enjoy episode 111 and as usual I have a one page summary and stunning p
podcast· 30:08· Ep 110Best Wine Tour from Zagreb, Croatia.
[110] Today we are taking you on a wonderful private, boutique wine tour that we did out of Zagreb. We visited the Plesivica wine region and in particular one of the most famous wineries in Croatia, Jagunic winery. The views down over the rolling hills covered in vineyards, with small churches and stone houses perched on the hillsides were incredible. The mountains were lush and green and made the perfect backdrop for our day trip. We tell you about the wine regions, what wines you should try and also about a little town we visited that is the entrepreneurial capital of Croatia and is famous for its cakes but also making the fastest electric cars in the world. Stay listening to the end when we tell you about our guides, how they made the rest of our Croation trip even better, but also how you can plan the perfect Croatian adventure that caters for just you and the things you want to see and do. We wish we had known about this service before we left Australia. Please enjoy episode 110 a
podcast· 49:29· Ep 109Zagreb, Croatia. Top things to do in Croatia's Capital City - Zagreb.
[109] Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia is where we are taking you in this week's episode. If you want to know all about what to do when you go to Zagreb then this is the episode for you. You will learn about the fascinating history, the upper and lower towns in the city centre. We take you on a fantastic walking tour through markets, bloody bridges and religious pilgrim sites as well as to the well-known cathedrals and buildings in the city. You will also learn about the oldest park in Zagreb that is as big as New York’s central park, the biggest and oldest cemetery in Croatia (because of course you should always visit cemeteries when you are on holidays). Discover what the "green horse shoe” is and well as why there is a very grand old hotel called The Esplanade near the train station. Listen to the end to hear what crowds gather for every day that has been happening at the same time each day for 100’s of years. Trust me this podcast goes off with a bang. Of course, we share the be
podcast· 35:49· Ep 108Motovun and Hilltop Villages. Best day trips on Istrian Peninsula, Croatia
[Ep 108] Imagine being in a medieval hilltop village that was recently a ghost town – but now is a thriving village full of art galleries, cafes and artisan shops? Well that is only one of the incredible places we are taking you today on our day trip through the Istrian Peninsular. We will weave our way from the popular seaside town of Poreč with its famous cathedral full of intricate mosaics, to Groznjan the special village full of colour, art and classical music and finally to the most famous hilltop village in Croatia with its truffles and a wine with a very – let’s say - unusual name. Once again you can see all the pictures, one page written guide with links to the tours and places we mention in the podcast by clicking here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/108/motovun
podcast· 44:34· Ep 107Rovinj, Croatia. Travel to Rovinj on the Istrian Peninsular of Croatia
[107] Rovinj on the Istrian Peninsular in Croatia is one of those places that leaves a lasting impression. From the very first moment you arrive, you realise this place is special. In this episode we take you all around the stunning 2,000 year old narrow cobblestone streets, past pastel coloured buildings, art galleries, artisan shops, cafes and restaurants up to the highest point – Saint Eufemia church – with the most spectacular 360 degree views. Next, we guide you around the harbour full of fishing boats and surrounded by pretty restaurants all selling the fresh catch of the day. There is a glamorous modern side to Rovinj as well, and we tell you about the Grand Hotel Park, the fancy marina plus the stunning beaches all within in an easy walk of the old town. We share a couple of surprisingly expensive things you can hire in Rovinj, including a super yacht as well as the best place to enjoy the famous sunset that Rovinj is known for. I really hope you enjoy this episode all about Ro
podcast· 40:27· Ep 106Lake Bled and Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia. Travel to the Lake Bled, Slovenia.
[Ep 106] Our visit to Lake Bled was so much better than I had hoped. It is a truly spectacular part of the world. We just couldn’t believe how beautiful it was. The turquoise colour of the water, the gorgeous green trees, the snow capped mountains, the wooden boats, the boardwalks – just everything. We will give you advice about the best things to do and where to go, the best day trips and also where to stay –There is one experience that everyone does, but really is a bit overrated and you can totally miss if you are short on time. Then, omg, if you think Lake Bled is stunning – then you wait to you hear about our visit to Vintgar Gorge. This is a 1.6km wooden boardwalk that clings to the edge of 50 to 100m sheer cliffs and takes you over the rapids and water holes all the way to the biggest waterfall in Slovenia. I have to say this is one of my favourite things that I have ever done. I’m trying not to exaggerate – but it was absolutely incredible. I want you to do me a favour please,
podcast· 36:54· Ep 105Predjama Castle & Postojna Caves, Slovenia. Best day trip from Ljubljana, Slovenia
[Ep 105] This is exciting – we are taking you on the most spectacular daytrip from Ljubljana. We are going to guide you around a five storey castle, built in an enormous cave over 800 years ago. You won’t believe some of the things we saw and the history we share about Predjama Castle. As if that isn’t awesome enough – we then are going to take you with us to the most well known caves in the world. Postojna Caves. Now these caves have been operating as a tourist destination for over 200 years. Can you imagine being 5km in the side of a mountain, 240 meters underground with no electricity? Well thankfully they now have electricity and a train system that takes you deep inside. You can then walk around the absolutely spectacular caves system. You will see all sorts of formations, from 1000’s of tiny spaghetti like stalactites on the roof, to giant columns of pure white that just glow, plus a whole lot more. If you would like to see all the pictures of these two amazing places that we vis
podcast· 58:29· Ep 104Ljubljana, Slovenia. Travel to Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia
[Ep 104] Today we are taking you all around the fairytale city of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Think castles, dragons, poetry, tree lined canals, parks with friendly squirrels plus a whole lot more. You will hear all about the fascinating history, and all the top things to see in Ljubljana as well as where the locals hang out for drinks and meals and the famous fresh food and flower markets as well as the popular street food markets that are held every week. We take you on a fascinating walking tour, and share why out of the population of 200k, 70k of those are young people who get half price food and drinks all over the city. You will come with us through vineyards in the city as we tell you all about the local wine and of course the cheapest place to buy a drink that we found in Ljubljana. It is a fascinating city of young and old, art and music, nature and architecture. If you want to see all the pictures from this episode, then click here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/104/
podcast· 48:23· Ep 103Budapest Hidden Gems - Amazing things to do in Budapest, Hungary
[Ep 103] This is third and final podcast all about Budapest, and we may have saved the best till last. In this episode we share three completely different experiences, but they are all incredible. Let’s start at the most famous thermal baths in Budapest. Come inside the stunning yellow building that surrounds 18 different thermal pools, baths saunas and steam rooms. We tell you everything you need to know about enjoying your time here. Next, we discover a real hidden gem, Margaret Island, right smack bang in the middle of the Danube. This is a local’s paradise filled with parklands, gardens, thermal baths, swimming pools, a zoo, musical water fountain, Japanese gardens, jogging track, restaurants, bars plus heaps more – you will want to hear all about it – we were blown away. Lastly, and probably our favourite day in Budapest was an amazing wine tour we did to a small wine region. We visited three different cellar doors, and they were so unique, one was an underground wine cellar that
podcast· 50:24· Ep 102Fun Side of Budapest, Pest, in Budapest, Hungary.
[Ep 102] This week Lyle and I are taking you to explore the Pest side of Budapest. This is where the biggest Parliament building in Europe is – with its interior like a palace. Also, this side of Budapest is home to the largest synagogue in Europe, the amazing, trendy Ruin Bars and the tragic Shoes on Budapest monument. You will hear about the popular Hero Square, the incredible St Stephen's Basilica with his mummified hand inside. You will also learn about the best Danube River cruise to take and when to take it and lastly, we share the yummiest and oldest Hungarian food you should try. If you would like to see the pictures inside the stunning Hungarian Parliament, the mummified hand of St Stephen or the views from the Danube River Cruise then click on the link to episode 102 here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/102/budapest Please enjoy this episode all about the Pest Side of Budapest.
podcast· 49:12· Ep 101Budapest, Hungary. Explore the Buda side of Budapest.
We are excited that you are joining us on our first episode all about Budapest, the capital of Hungary. You will hear all about the famous Buda Castle and Fisherman’s Bastion, the famous link bridge as well as how to navigate the metro, avoid taxi scammers and how to say “Cheers” in Hungarian, plus heaps more [Ep 101] This is the first episode about this amazing city as there is just so much to see and do here and we are jamming as much as we can into a week so we can give you all the info you need for a visit to Budapest. Hope you love the episode as much as we love this city, and don’t forget to see all the pictures or links to the tours we mention, then click here www.beachtravelwine.com/podcast/101/budapest Please enjoy episode 101 all about Budapest, Hungary.
podcast· 38:56· Ep 100100th episode, but what's next for Beach Travel Wine Podcast?
Ep 100. Today’s podcast is a little different. We are taking a few minutes to reflect on achieving 100 episodes and why this is such a big deal. We share some crazy stats and fun stories, but then we bring it back to you our loyal listeners and tell you what we have coming up in our next series of episodes as we are about to explore 5 countries in Europe so we can bring you lots of great, fun, informative podcast episodes. I also tell you about a free guide I have done at the request of many people about the 6 things I do to take great travel photos on my phone – one of them is so simple – but you would be surprised how many people make this mistake all the time. The guide will be in the episode description of this episode on the player, you are listening on now, so just click the link to episode 100 to download it. And thank you so much for listening to our podcast over the last 100 episodes – we are really grateful, and we would really appreciate it even more if you took the time to
podcast· 35:18· Ep 99Valencia, Spain. Top things to do in Valencia [Ep 99] (Greatest Hits Replay)
In this episode we are revisiting the third largest city in Spain - Valencia the City of Arts and Sciences and we are taking you exploring the city with us. Firstly we go to the beautifully decorated train station which is next to the bullring and we even take you inside the bull ring and to the toilet which is just one of the funny stories in this episode. Then it's on to a tuk tuk ride with us all over the city. We go through the city gates, across the stunning flower bridge, to the world famous Arts and Science museum before arriving at the marina where the 2007 America's Cup was held. Come with us as we tell about a great a day trip you can do to the popular Port Saplaya and Beach which is known as Valencia's little Venice. We share where you can take a boat ride through the Albufera Natural Park and then explore El Saler Beach where I share the story of Lyle being completely smashed and dumped in the surf - haha. Listen as we dance the night away at a local salsa club – well we ha