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00:10Hello there, welcome to the show. This week on Getaway I'll show you how to do
00:15Bora Bora on a budget. I can find you an overwater bungalow with a million
00:20dollar view without a million dollar budget. We cruise to Turkey. I know
00:25holidays are for sleeping in but when a sunrise is this good who can
00:29resist an early start. But first up, it's back to prehistoric times in Outback
00:35Queensland.
00:52Apparently out here in the Queensland bush there are fragments of fossil that date
00:56back over a hundred million years. But my challenge is how I'm gonna find some of
01:02these relics that date back to the beginning of time.
01:07I'm just outside of Richmond in Outback Queensland chasing the paleontologist's
01:14dream of uncovering prehistoric treasures that could very well change the course of
01:19history. It's a big call, but with a truckload of enthusiasm and Kevin Peterson by my side,
01:27anything is possible.
01:30So Kevin, is this addiction they call fossil fever really, I think?
01:34Yes, definitely is. Really? Yeah. So I came out here about five years ago and just had a bit
01:39of a scratch around and I'm still here now. Wow. What do you think it is about it?
01:44Obviously it's pretty hard work. I think for me it's probably the thrill of the chase
01:49because you just never know what's going to be under that next layer. Yeah. And I
01:52think that's the same for a lot of people. Alright mate, should we go and try our luck?
01:56Definitely mate. Let's go and have a go. Let's see how we go. Yep.
02:00Kevin is the curator and head dinosaur hunter at Kronosaurus Corner. And this is his playground.
02:10It's one of the richest fossil hunting areas in the world. And mate, when you bring people
02:17out here, what's the reaction of people from around Australia? A lot of people can't, they
02:23don't understand how easy it actually is. They're just blown away. Every piece of rock
02:27did you lift up. It's got something in it. Yeah. Little bits and pieces. And then all
02:31of a sudden you have some lucky tourist, they'll, you know, stumble across something
02:34really significant. Digging for fossils under the Australian sunshine is not for
02:41the faint-hearted. And that's why Kevin runs a digging at dawn or dusk program that
02:46you can jump on in the more pleasant hours of the day. Like their chance is as good as
02:51anyone to find something out here, something significant, you know. They could just lift up
02:55one layer and bang, there's something I find of a lifetime sort of there. And this was
02:59found probably 50 metres away from us, just here. Mate, that moment when you find something
03:06of this calibre, it must be extraordinary. Oh, it is. It's hard to explain how it feels.
03:10Is it? Yeah. It tingles on the inside. Yeah. Yeah. Because you're the first person to ever see
03:14it and you just go, you know, you feel privileged with that. Yeah. Yeah. I can imagine. Yeah.
03:19Yeah. The trick to this game is definitely having some patience. But it's quite incredible
03:25just how many fossils are right at your fingertips. Hey, Kev. Actually, how, what's this? I found
03:35some little shells in this one and then I, that. Oh, that's an awesome shark's tooth, mate.
03:38Really? Well done. Oh, wow. They come out of the ground exactly like that. Perfect.
03:43Unbelievable. Yeah. You're a little beauty. There we go. Well done.
03:52Now, for the serious fossil hunters, the reason why this area became famous is because of a huge
03:58carnivore that roamed the oceans. What we're looking at here is the backbone and the bottom
04:07jaw of a huge marine reptile called Kronosaurus. This thing had no known enemies within the
04:15inland sea that existed here 100 million years ago. The Kronosaurus Corner Museum takes visitors
04:22on a journey back through the history of the earth, showcasing the incredible discoveries
04:27over the last century. Many of them found right here in the local area.
04:40The team worked tirelessly uncovering new specimens every week. It can take over 300 hours of prep
04:49time to get the fossils ready for display.
04:52It's a little sunshine. Now, David, you can't leave Richmond without me showing you this magnificent
04:59specimen. Unbelievable. This is an incredible fossil find. The head, the neck, the body and the tail
05:09all lay as you are looking at it right there. Surely one of the best finds anywhere in the world.
05:17Absolutely, David. You do not find too many fossils like this. What a jackpot. What a jackpot. It's
05:24like winning a lotto ten times over. For anyone fascinated by the ancient creatures that once ruled
05:31the planet, Kronosaurus Corner has to be on your list. So what's happened over the years is that while
05:41visitors have been out here fossicking either with Kevin or by themselves, many of the specimens they've
05:47found have actually ended up here in the museum. So you and your family and friends could have a
05:53dinosaur named after you and obviously go down in paleontological history.
06:02After the break, challenge accepted. I'm going to take you to Bora Bora on a budget. It can be done.
06:26Have you heard of Bora Bora? If you have, it's quite okay to admit that you've often thought of it
06:31maybe a little bit beyond your price range. A little bit ritzy ditzy, exy, a bit flash. It does have
06:39that
06:39reputation. But I am here to show you, dear traveller, that you can attain paradise. You can do Bora Bora
06:46on a budget.
06:51The island sits in French Polynesia, a 50-minute flight from Tahiti. It is home to Matira Beach,
06:59often listed as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. And you know what? The best part? It
07:04is
07:04absolutely free to visit. This is Bora Bora's only public beach. The rest are private or
07:14summer reserved for resort guests, which does beg the question, where do you stay if you are travelling
07:20here on a budget? Back in the day, before there were any hotels here, everybody just stayed in
07:27locally owned pensions. They're often in the best locations. You get to hang out with the locals.
07:33And you can imagine today, they are absolutely thriving. I promise I can find you an overwater bungalow
07:40with a million dollar view without a million dollar budget.
07:47The overwater bungalows at Oa Oa Lodge are full of rustic charm. Inspired by traditional Tahitian fishing
07:56huts, they deliver the iconic Bora Bora experience at just a fraction of the cost of the luxury resorts.
08:05So how did all of this begin? My grandfather made the first
08:10hotel, what's called Hotel Oa Oa. Oh yeah. But then because of the cyclones get destroyed,
08:15my father took it back in 2013 and my brother wanted to rename it Oa Oa in honour to my
08:24grandfather.
08:25Why do you think people love staying here? We think for every people that want to come in
08:31Bora Bora but not sell a kidney to come here. So that's why. And the view also?
08:39You have the view of the seaside. All the shops are at 15 minutes walk and the first supermarkets
08:44is like at 7 minutes walk from here.
08:49The pension features a pool with lagoon views, a restaurant, a boutique and a whole
08:55range of accommodation options. And did I mention that Heve is an incredible champion dancer?
09:11And you have to dance like 15 minutes with it, I can tell you. You are fit.
09:17Yeah, yeah, yeah. I think I lost five kgs during the rehearsal.
09:32It's just a short stroll to Via Tape, the island's main village where I absolutely recommend you check
09:39out the general store. The shops here are so wonderful. You will find affordable snacks,
09:44souvenirs, fresh tropical fruit and the most gorgeous French groceries. It's all island style.
09:55The best way to explore Bora Bora is on two wheels. The island's 32k ring road can be
10:02ridden in just a few hours and along the way you will discover loads of hidden gems.
10:14A beachside food truck is a very good way to stick to a shoestring budget, all with a side of
10:20shoestring fries. It's so good. I've just found this local shack and my lunch today I'm going to get a
10:28juice
10:28as well. All of this, it's 10 bucks. It's fantastic. And have you seen the view?
10:37So when it comes to activities, the underwater world is your oyster.
10:50I have actually paid about $25 to hire this kayak. But you know what? I am just happy sitting here
10:59looking at what is beneath the water. It is so crystal clear. I've got little rays there, little fish
11:05there. Entertainment. Entertainment 101. As you float along, you can feel your worries drifting away.
11:14That'll cost you nothing. Free therapy in Bora Bora.
11:21At the end of the day, it's not really about how much you spend, but how much you savor. And
11:27for Bora Bora,
11:27it really is about the island's natural beauty and the locals' incredible, warm, authentic hospitality.
11:36And that is truly priceless.
11:43Air Tahiti is the primary inter-island airline of French Polynesia and flies multiple times a day from
11:50Papeete to Bora Bora. For prices and more info, just visit www.etahiti.com.
11:59After the break, we're on a bush takatua in one of the country's most iconic regions.
12:05I love that. That tastes like Australia.
12:20I love that.
12:24Margaret River is known around the country and the world for having one of the best surf breaks
12:29on the planet. But away from the waves, it's actually the town's river mouth that holds the
12:34key to this area's rich culture and history. It's also a great place for a paddle.
12:43We're paddling on Margaret River, flowing through the town and region of the same name,
12:48three hours' drive south of Perth. The Margaret River mouth is where this iconic river meets the
12:54Indian Ocean, and it's the starting point for our bush takatua canoe tour with local Helen Lee.
13:00Helen, I've been to Margaret River so many times. I've been to the beaches, I've been to the wineries,
13:06but I've never actually been on the river, and I'm just blown away by its beauty.
13:12So it's such a hidden gem, and it is just exactly the way Australia used to be,
13:19with national parks on both sides of the river. No development, no roads next to the river,
13:25and so you can come down here, it's always quiet, and it's just so biodiverse.
13:34The natural environment here is flourishing, and with no powered watercraft allowed,
13:39it makes for a peaceful paddle downstream. Right, now we have to go through that kind of
13:44A-frame here. Ready? We're going to do the limbo right here.
13:48Oh yeah! Wow, this is so beautiful. Yeah, what's ahead is a huge cliff with six caves in it,
13:59which is made by a tsunami of rock.
14:07People don't realise what's actually up the river. They think it's all out in the ocean,
14:11or in the wine region, so it's drinking and surfing, but actually up the river is where it all began,
14:17when the first indigenous people and the first white people first lived here.
14:21And being a freshwater river, what kind of life are we talking about under the surface?
14:25So there are these really amazing long lampreys, right here, because they can probably see me,
14:33these amazing fish called black brim. They've got lips just like Pamela Anderson,
14:39but they love what we've got, which is this Australian bush tomato, seeded bread,
14:45and they come for miles for it. And this is where they all grow.
14:53As well as feeding the fish some local treats, Helen's packed plenty of bush ducker for us to enjoy.
15:01I have been coming up and down the Margaret River for 35 years.
15:04Over the years, we've got up to 24 different unique Australian wild plant foods,
15:13made into dips and pestos and chutneys, and then formed into, mixed with kangaroo and emu and crocodile.
15:21Some of these things are terrific on a sandwich. The first one is emu.
15:27Yum.
15:28So this is slowly, slowly dry smoked, and then crocodile.
15:36And we only eat the teenage crocodiles because they all start fighting and not doing any work.
15:41So we might use the cooked up mango, and the cooked up mango is full of an Australian lime.
15:50Then you've got a sandwich full of all Australian native plants. Lincoln, see how you go.
16:02I love that.
16:06That tastes like Australia.
16:08You beauty.
16:09That is elite.
16:12And what's a day out on the water without a dip?
16:15We're going to have a swim here because it's fresh water, it's crystal clear, nothing in there to eat you,
16:21Lincoln.
16:24Okay, now that I'm up here, it's actually a little bit higher than what I thought,
16:27but it's a bit too late to back out now, so I've got to see this through.
16:30It has been such an epic day.
16:32How good's WA?
16:50After the break, Istanbul's gigantic Grand Bazaar.
16:56Ahmed, there are so many shops here. How many shops are there?
17:00There are about 3,800 shops in this Grand Bazaar.
17:19I know holidays are for sleeping in, but when a sunrise is this good, who can resist an early start?
17:26Something about seeing the sunrise while at sea makes it all the more magical.
17:33This is just the start of the highlights, as Emerald Azura cruises us into Turkey to explore
17:39a killer coastline and some of its most historical sites.
17:50Last week, we cruised through the glorious Greek Isles, enjoying the sun and the sand.
17:59This week, Emerald Azura has delivered us to Bosjada, a small, secluded island in the Aegean Sea.
18:07For a relatively small island, Bosjada is home to an impressive castle, which stands as a reminder of its rich
18:15past.
18:16There was a purpose to this castle being built here, with the view of the ocean, right?
18:21That's right, an outpost, located right in front of the Dardanelles, and by this way, protection and control.
18:28But there's much more to Bosjada than its grand castle.
18:32Is this the main tourism for Bosjada, this castle?
18:36No, not this castle. The reason why people do come here for vacations, it's actually wine.
18:42Wine!
18:44The island's wine history dates back many centuries.
18:47Bosjada is a place from the ancient times where people grew grapes from 3,000 years ago.
18:56The family that opened Asma 6 restaurant on the waterfront have been involved in Bosjada's wine industry for generations.
19:05Let's start with the white wine.
19:07Okay.
19:08So local grapes, produced here.
19:11Yes, it's called Bosjada, produced here.
19:13It's a dry wine, so it would be very nice with some seafood and some cheese also.
19:20Okay, here we go.
19:25Is this one of your favourites?
19:27Yes, I like it.
19:28It is nice and dry.
19:31And Esra, what should I say before we toast?
19:34A cherefe.
19:35Cherefe?
19:35Yes.
19:36And what does that mean?
19:37Well, whatever we talk on this table while we're drinking is between us.
19:42So you promise not to tell it to anyone else, to your honour.
19:46Hey, well, it depends how many wines I have.
19:54Even with the optional onshore excursions, there's plenty of time to indulge in the sun and splendour of Emerald Azura.
20:04This area is where Emerald Azura really comes into its own and where you can truly appreciate the luxury and
20:11intimacy of a yacht this size.
20:14With a maximum of just 100 guests, the boutique feel of the yacht is one of its best features, but
20:21of course there's many more.
20:22The five-star experience extends to the onboard dining from the casual aqua pool cafe to the decadent daily lunch
20:31buffets at the main restaurant, La Cucina.
20:48Emerald Azura has delivered us to our final destination, Istanbul.
21:01Amit, there are so many shops here, I don't even know where to begin.
21:06How many shops are there?
21:07All together, there are about 3,800 shops in this Grand Bazaar.
21:13In the one area?
21:15In the one area.
21:16And what do they sell?
21:17Everything.
21:18Jewelry, rugs, carpets, colabaster, textile.
21:22You can get absolutely everything.
21:24You can find everything.
21:27The Grand Bazaar has been the central meeting place of the city since it opened in 1455.
21:33So it was very important to the city of Istanbul and is it still very important?
21:38It is still very important for the old town of Istanbul and it is a highlight.
21:43It attracts people from all over the world.
21:47So when you come to Istanbul, visiting the bazaar is a must.
21:50And also, what are we trying here?
21:52Is this traditional tea?
21:54Yes, this traditional tea, Turkish families, they brew tea every morning
21:59and they brew it in a small pot and the small pot sits on the big pot.
22:06And you just drink this all throughout the day?
22:08Throughout the day.
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23:00Thank you so much for being our travel buddies.
23:03Next week, Shayna Blaise is back in the house, living the high life on the French Riviera.
23:09And I don't think there's a better way to experience it than on a super yacht.
23:13From Nice to Saint-Tropez.
23:16Around Saint-Tropez, a few medieval villages and most of them are listed as one of the most beautiful villages
23:24in France.
23:24Cannot wait to see you then.
23:26Bon voyage.
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