G'Day with Ian Swain

Feb 10 2021 30 ep. 23 mins 1
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Uplifting stories of community and perseverance are so needed during this time of crisis. Respected travel industry leader, Ian Swain, President of Swain Destinations, and his guests from around the world share their stories from across the globe on how they are approaching the pandemic, what is making a difference in their local communities and what they anticipate for the future of travel.

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Matthew Cameron-Smith from Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia

Feb 10 2021 19 mins  
In Episode Thirty, Ian speaks with Matthew Cameron-Smith, CEO of Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia. Responsible for providing enriching and authentic Australian experiences throughout its collection of resorts, Voyages is perhaps best known for its Ayers Rock Resort which overlooks the infamous Uluru and Kata Tjuta in Australia's Northern Territory.Ian and Matthew discuss the am

Dr. Leanne Wicker from Australian Wildlife Health Centre

Jan 06 2021 16 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Nine, Ian speaks with Dr. Leanne Wicker, Senior Veterinarian at the Australian Wildlife Health Centre in Healesville Sanctuary, which is part of Zoos Victoria.In this week's inspirational episode, we learn about the rescue and rehabilitation program that Leanne's team at Zoos Victoria, in collaboration with multiple wildlife organizations across Australia, underto

Robert Logan from One&Only Palmilla

Dec 16 2020 21 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Eight, Ian speaks with Robert Logan, General Manager of One&Only Palmilla in Los Cabos, Mexico. The hacienda style resort is at the southeastern tip of the Baja Peninsula, overlooking the Sea of Cortez, creating a sense of space and seclusion. Set where desert sands meet turquoise waters, complete with healing rituals from a local Shaman, Robert shar

Geoff Scholz from Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris

Nov 25 2020 24 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Seven of G’Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Geoff Scholz, Owner and Operator of Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris in South Australia. Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris offers sightings of Australia's iconic wildlife in extraordinary numbers from its base of Kangaluna Camp, located in the outback. Set in the expansive outback of Gawler Ranges National

Emile Van der Linde from Hapuku Lodge + Tree Houses

Nov 04 2020 12 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Six, Ian speaks with Emile Van der Linde, General Manager of Hapuku Lodge + Tree Houses. Located just outside Kaikoura, which has been dubbed by National Geographic as New Zealand's "maritime Serengeti", the Tree Houses give guests a bird's-eye view of New Zealand's South Island.Learn about life 33 feet above the ground and the awe-inspiring scenes the Tree H

Hall Cannon from Otahuna Lodge

Oct 21 2020 23 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Five, Ian speaks with Hall Cannon, Owner and Managing Director of Otahuna Lodge, located just outside Christchurch on New Zealand's South Island. With sweeping verandas overlooking picturesque gardens and the Bay nearby, Otahuna is a paradise. Ian and Hall speak about Otahuna's history, the culinary experience, and the sampling of nature and marine life guest

Graeme Smith from Bay of Many Coves

Oct 14 2020 18 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Four, Ian speaks with Graeme Smith, General Manager of the Bay of Many Coves located on New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds. Marlborough Sounds, on the South Island, is renowned for its sailing, seafood, and Sauvignon Blanc. Ian and Graeme walk us through the serenity and picturesque vistas that surround the Bay of Many Coves, accessible only by boat or hel

Richard Lyon from One&Only Cape Town

Oct 07 2020 24 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Three, Ian speaks with Richard Lyon, General Manager of One&Only Cape Town. Ian and Richard chat about its ideal location on the V&A Waterfront, the iconic experiences Cape Town has to offer, and the spectacular rooms in which guests can recharge at the end of their South African trip. This week, Richard Lyon gives us a glimpse into the

Sara Gardiner from Matetsi Victoria Falls

Sep 30 2020 28 mins  
In Episode Twenty-Two, Ian speaks with Sara Gardiner, Co-Founder of Matetsi Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Ian and Sara share insights into Victoria Falls, the beauty and tranquility of the Zambezi River and a little something called Matetsi Magic. Sara Gardiner speaks about Matetsi's idyllic accommodation and remarkable location, from which guests can visit V

Thierry Dalais from Time+Tide

Sep 23 2020 41 mins  
In Episode Twenty-One, Ian speaks with Thierry Dalais, Founder and Chairman of Time + Tide which offers luxury safari camp, lodge, and resort experiences across Zambia and Madagascar. Thierry shares his deep insights into what makes Zambia and Madagascar so wonderful and how Time + Tide preserves the landscape, wildlife, and culture of their destinations through cons