Gary Bembridge's Tips For Travellers

In this episode I explore the world of Expedition Cruising with Conrad Combrink, who is the Director Expedition Planning and Strategic Development at Silversea Cruises. We discuss: What “Expedition Cruising” is, and how does it differ from regular ocean cruising. How you can do an expedition cruise where regular ocean cruises also go. The Silversea Expedition fleet and regions they cover. How an e...

  In this episode of Tips For Travellers I answer listener questions and provide my advice and tips. The topics are: Same sex travellers and Euros on river cruises in Europe. Non-partying Las Vegas advice. Water levels and river cruising. Themed cruise nightmare watch-outs. How to avoid families on a cruise If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes...

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I answer listener questions and provide my advice and tips. The topics are: River cruise walking tour lengths and attending Mass. Qatar versus Cathay Pacific airlines. How to make a Queen Mary 2 Crossing special. Luxury cruise lines. Finding a great cruise agent. If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes , Sti...

Despite all my cruising experience, which has included going to a number of naming ceremonies, I had never been to a keel laying for new ship. This is a significant step in its life and when the build starts in earnest. So, I was delighted to be invited to the Fincantieri Shipyard in Genoa for the keel laying of Silversea’s Silver Muse in December 2015. This 596 guest ship is due to come into serv...

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I provide an overview of the 10 must-see sights in Jordan and provide my advice and tips about them. They are: Ras El Ein Graffiti Amman. Roman Amphitheatre Amman. Citadel Amman. Petra. Little Petra. Wadi Rum Desert. Jerash. Madaba Map. Baptism site of Jesus Christ. Aljoun Castle Fortress. If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to...

In this episode of Tips For Travellers I provide an overview of Jordan and provide my advice and tips. The topics include: Overview. Observations. History. Best time to go. Getting there. Getting around. General tips. Must-see sights - tops 10 list If you have a travel query email me Subscribe (and leave a review) to the podcast on iTunes , Stitcher or TuneIn Radio . Want to support the podcast? C...

In the third part of the Arctic Tips For Travellers series, I interview Marcelo Affonso who was the Hotel Director on board Silversea's Silver Explorer. In the show he will talk about: What the role of a Hotel Director is. What passengers can expect from a Silversea Expedition versus Classic ship. Advice and tips on how passengers can get the most from an Arctic or Expedition trip with Silversea....

In the second episode of the three-part series on the Arctic, I share my tips and answers to 9 questions anyone considering exploring the Arctic on a cruise, especially with Silversea, should be asking:   What, and where, is the Arctic? Where exactly will Silversea take you in the Arctic? What nature and wildlife will you see? How does expedition cruising work, and what you should expect? What fac...

In the first of a three-part series about exploring the Arctic, this episode provides an overview of what to expect on a 10-night expedition cruise with Silversea around Svabard.   How can you support the show? Listen. You can subscribe for free on iTunes , Stitcher or TuneIn Radio . Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter , and receive giveaways and gifts...

In this episode of the show hear an overview, advice and tips for travelling on the 25-year old Rocky Mountaineer train in Canada. Find out: What is the Rocky Mountaineer? Which trip should you do? What class should you travel in and why? Who will your fellow passengers be? What if you have limited mobility? Is sitting on the train all day be boring? Where you should book to get the best price and...

In this episode hear how you can explore Vancouver in Canada with as little amount of walking as possible (and not miss out on much!) including: Gastown Float plane tour Zodiac tour Stanley Park Horse-drawn tour Stanley Park Totem Poles False Creek Granville Island Action to take: Subscribe for free on iTunes , Stitcher or TuneIn Radio . Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travelle...

A special show to celebrate ten years of the Tips For Travellers Podcast, whose first episode was in September 2005. How can you support the show? Listen. You can subscribe for free on iTunes , Stitcher or TuneIn Radio . Leave a rating and review. Sign up for the Tips For Travellers Monthly Newsletter , and receive giveaways and gifts in every one. Become a Tips for Travellers Patron and get added...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on going bear watching in  British Columbia in Canada at Knight Inlet Lodge . In part two of a two-part series he explores ten areas any novice or person considering going should know about. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio. The episdoe answers the following: Why should you go? When...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on going bear watching in  British Columbia in Canada at Knight Inlet Lodge . In part one of a two-part series he explores the overall experience, overview of the experience and why you should do it. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio. For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com/...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on cruising with Fred Olsen Cruises in this second part of the two-part series. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes , Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com This show covers among other topics the answers to the following questions: Is Fred Olsen the right cruise line for me?...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on cruising with Fred Olsen Cruises in a two-part series. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com Part one looks at an overview of Fred Olsen, the on board experience and what it is liek cruising around the Norwegian Fjords as an example o...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on must-see and must-do sights and attractions for visitors to Victoria in British Columbia Canada. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com This show covers among other topics: Observations History General tips for visitors Best time to go...

The insider perspective is something I like to bring to listeners of Tips For Travellers whenever I can. In this episode I am pleased to be able to share with you the thoughts of Michael Bayley, who is the President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International cruise line. I recorded these on board the Anthem of the Seas during the naming ceremony cruise out of Southampton. During the sailing Michael...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on must-see and must-do sights and attractions for visitors to Harz in Germany, focused on the UNESCO World Heritage sights. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com This show covers among other topics: Observations General tips for visitor...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on must-see and must-do sights and attractions for visitors to the Northern Italy cities of Venice, Padua, Chioggia Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com This show covers highlights of each of cities along with observations and tips.  

Gary Bembridge of  Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on must-see and must-do sights and attractions for visitors cruising the Norwegian Fjords. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . This show covers among other topics: Observations General tips for visitors Best time to go Must-do things to see and do, especially in Bergen, Flam, Skjold...

Gary Bembridge of  Tips for Travellers shares his observations, tips and advice on must-see and must-do sights and attractions for visitors to Venice in Italy Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . For more visit: http://www.tipsfortravellers.com This show covers among other topics: Observations History General tips for visitors Best time to go Getting there and g...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares observations, tips and advice about the main cruise embarkation and disembarkation ports in Europe. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes , Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . This show covers among other topics: Main cruise ports in Europe Tips including: Consider the ease and accessibility of the port when deciding which cruise to book Allow lots of time...

Gary Bembridge of Tips for Travellers shares observations, tips and advice for visitors to his home town of London Subscribe free to the show on iTunes ,  Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio . London is the best city in the world! Though, I am biased as this is my home. But, after having visited many cities around the globe over the last few decades, London remains the one that excites me the most. It...

In this episode Gary Bembridge from TipsForTravellers.com shares his insights, observations and tips on visiting Athens in Greece. During the show he covers: Observations History General tips for visitors Best time to go Getting there and getting around Must-do things to see and do including: Acropolis Area Hadrian’s Arch Area National Garden Area Syntagma Square Area Museums This episode is suppo...