How David Attenborough are you? Find out with fun new game
Explore Worldwide has launched a new web game in which players can compare their travel history with Sir David Attenborough’s for the chance to win a holiday of a lifetime
Agents and their customers can enter the countries they’ve visited into Explore’s new interactive map to find out how ‘David Attenborough’ they are and for a chance win a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Fun facts:
- The study reveals Attenborough has presented TV shows from 333 locations in 83 different countries
- The Explore team has analysed over 100 episodes of Sir David Attenborough’s documentaries to reveal all the countries the presenter has filmed in over the last 70 years
- Whilst Attenborough is one of the world’s most travelled people, the majority of over 70s (62 per cent) say there is somewhere in the world they regret never having visited
- The biggest travel regret of the older generation is never seeing the Northern Lights
Hot on the heels of Sir David Attenborough’s last travel documentary, Wild Isles, adventure travel specialist Explore Worldwide has undertaken a study to reveal the beloved presenter’s incredible travel history.
The study required researchers to watch hours and hours of Attenborough’s documentaries, dating back to 1955, to record all the locations he is seen presenting from.
The data has been visualised in an interactive map, allowing people to see all Sir David’s visited destinations in one place, and then to enter their own list of travelled-to destinations, to see how their own travel history measures up.
With such an astonishing travel career under his belt, it’s hard to imagine that Attenborough has many places left on his wishlist, let alone any travel regrets.
However, according to a new survey from Explore the majority of people aged 70 or over do have ‘travel regrets’, with 62 per cent saying there is somewhere in the world they regret never having visited.
Some of the countries mentioned frequently as travel regrets include Australia, New Zealand, USA, Japan, and Canada.
When looking at specific travel experiences, one in three people over 70 say they regret never seeing the Northern Lights, making it the travel experience most people regret never doing.
Other missed experiences most regretted among this age group include seeing the Great Pyramids of Giza, visiting Machu Pichu and African safaris.
Michael Edwards, Managing Director at Explore says “Everyone at Explore is in complete awe of Sir David Attenborough. His sense of adventure and curiosity has inspired so many, and with his final documentary airing we wanted to celebrate his travel achievements. By comparing your own travel history with Attenborough’s, our interactive map provides an original way to inspire people to keep on exploring our incredible planet.
“With our research showing that so many people aged over 70 regret not having visited more of the world, we hope our new map encourages travellers to keep on exploring, to keep on discovering new things and to embrace their inner-David Attenborough.”
To provide people with the chance to visit more exciting destinations and be ‘more David Attenborough’ Explore Worldwide is offering a lucky winner the chance to win an incredible adventure holiday, with the winner able to choose from once-in-a-lifetime trips to Madagascar, Costa Rica or the Orkney Islands. Simply enter the destinations you have visited into their interactive map and enter the prize draw for your chance to win. Terms and conditions apply.
Last week, Explore gave early access to the platform to its staff and customers, and the tool has since had more than 3,000 entrants. The average Explore employee is 45 per cent David Attenborough.
Spanning from new starters at 10 per cent Attenborough to Directors with 30 years’ experience in the industry who, having visited over a hundred countries, are ‘more David Attenborough than Sir David Attenborough’!
Here are just a couple of examples:
Bang on Explore-average at 45 per cent David Attenborough, Michelle Bisang joined the Explore marketing team last October as Marketing Projects Coordinator. Born and raised in Switzerland, she’s since visited 36 countries – her favourite of which has been Indonesia.
Next on her list is the two-week Botswana Wildlife Safari. Ben Ittensohn, Regional Director Australia and New Zealand, is 51 per cent David Attenborough having travelled to 45 countries.
Last year he Hiked Turkey’s Lycian Way and top of his bucket list for 2023 are the rainforests and wildlife of Costa Rica.
James Adkin, Programme Manager for Asia, is responsible for designing Explore’s small group cultural, walking and cycling tours in the region.
He’s also the mastermind behind its UK and cycling programmes. James is 76 per cent David Attenborough having travelled to 62 countries.
He’s recently returned from Japan but Spain continues to hold on to first place in his heart, for its food, landscapes and culture. On the bucket list? It has to be Antarctica and South Georgia.
The average Explore customer is 37 per cent David Attenborough, having visited 29 countries.
Most visited countries? Apart from the United States, all 12 of the top-visited countries are in Europe.
In direct contrast, the countries most-added to wish lists were somewhat farther flung:
1. Madagascar
2. Seychelles
3. New Zealand
4. Guinea
5. Japan
6. Chile
7. Brazil
8. Fiji
9. Botswana
10. Costa Rica
11. Georgia
12. Argentina
Let us know your score! Comment on our Facebook page, or email us editor@travelweekly.com.au
Latest News
P&O rescues Rotary volunteers after collapse of Air Vanuatu
P&O Cruises Australia has answered a plea for help from a group of young Australian Rotary volunteers, stranded in Vanuatu following the collapse of Air Vanuatu. The students, many of them teenagers from Albury, NSW, were volunteering for a youth project run by the Hive Rotary Club Australia when the airline abruptly cancelled all flights, […]
Intrepid continues expansions with launch of first DMC in Jordan
Intrepid has increased its presence in the Middle East with the opening of its first destination management company in Jordan. Based in Amman, the local team will operate Intrepid’s range of nine experiential small group tours in Jordan from this summer, with a view to expanding the range for 2025 and beyond. Zina Bencheikh, managing […]
Minor hotels appoints Puneet Dhawan to key Asia role
Global hotel owner and operator Minor Hotels has appointed Puneet Dhawan as head of Asia as the group plots its growth in Asia and India. From July, Dhawan will be responsible for the performance of all Minor Hotels properties in Asia, working in close collaboration with the Minor Hotels senior leadership team and will report […]
Abercrombie & Kent and Crystal appoint Evon Ler to director of sales, Asia
Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group have announced that Evon Ler will join them in the new role of director of sales, Asia. She will work closely with Tony Archbold (VP, Sales, APAC, Crystal) and Susan Haberle (VP, Sales & Partnerships, APAC, A&K) with trade support across the region. Ler comes to the A&K family with more […]
Government urges Aussies to ‘reconsider’ plans to visit Noumea as New Caledonia death toll hits five
The government has updated its advice for Aussies who may be considering New Caledonia during this time.
Situation ‘dire’ for Air Vanuatu as rival carriers look to swoop on flailing airline
Like a bird with no wings, Air Vanuatu is grounded as its only Boeing 737 heads to Melbourne after being repossessed.
Vivid Sydney will light up the Harbour City’s food scene
Local and international culinary stars will descend on Sydney for Vivid Food. Post-event hangovers a given...
Experience Co appoints Matthew Vince as the new interim head of marketing
We are still trying to confirm whether it is Matthew himself in the lead image, will report back.
Hotel Review: Atlantis The Palm – Luxury for the whole family
Of course ever parent knows the real luxury experiences come when you find a way to leave the kids somewhere.
Bridgerton is back! Live the REAL Colin & Penelope experience
The real Penelope experience would be falling in love with someone who doesn't love you back but that's hard to market.
Sailing the Sun: Six nights aboard Princess’ first Sphere Class ship
Cruising has always been extravagant and the Sun is no different, apart from riff raff like us being let on board.
Australian tourists are big spenders globally on experiences and nightlife, Mastercard report finds
Aussies do their bit for the global economy by propping up bars across the world. It's a proud day for us all.
Sydney confirms position as Australia’s No. 1 business events host
Surprise surprise... Sydney Harbour and the Opera House come up trumps. Can you tell we live here?
Luke Mangan launches Bistrot Bisou, in Hotel Indigo, his first Melbourne restaurant in over a decade
The news means we're due a trip to Melbourne, but we'll wait for winter to past first!
Surf magazine Tracks hunt for grommets to launch Airb’n’b-style platform for surfers
Three young surfers on an all expenses paid surf trip on the Aussie coast.... What could go wrong?
Luxury cruise ship Paspaley Pearl by Ponant has appointed a new team of industry experts
Paspaley Pearl by Ponant will offer a gem of a cruise, as the new team shows by their pearly whites.
Memphis Tourism brings blues to Sydney as it adds Jack Daniels to sponsor roster
Memphis Tourism would win the award for coolest sponsor if there was one. But there isn't.
Jetstar and Qantas perception ratings soar following Bonza’s implosion
Forget what your mum told you, you can make yourself look better by making others look bad.
Train over Plane – Journey Beyond releases The Overland’s 2025 season
Clickety-clack, more than a century on track. Unlike the Overland, our poetry is not in demand.
AmaWaterways launches Australian operations at Sydney office with panoramic Harbour views
You should click on this article for the content but it's also okay if you just want to see someone cut a ribbon.
Travel insurance expert’s top 3 tips for Aussies stranded in New Caledonia amid riots
Despite appearances, being stranded in a luxury resort isn't all milk and honey.
Perfect Somewheres: Hotels.com celebrates best-in-class venues for guest experiences
Surprisingly, no hotels with bed bugs were represented in the top 1% of top hotels.
Airports boss says $1.7 billion Budget innovation fund will “kickstart” domestic manufacture of sustainable aviation fuel
Time to start saving up your waste - Australia is about to become a hub of biofuel innovation!
Apparent launches ‘All heart, no hassle’ campaign for Flight Centre’s Corporate Traveller
Despite appearances, even the most severe-looking businessperson wants heart in their travel.
Indaba 2024: Losing out on memory, South Africa Tourism hands its fate to children
South Africa Tourism's chief marketing officer reminds us all we were once joyful children and not grumpy adults.
ACA & CLIA join forces ahead of Australian Tourism Exchange
Watch your back Kyle and Jackie 'O' - a new power couple is in town.
South Africa eyes affordable tourism to grow market
In an unlikely move, South African Tourism is actually encouraging young people to travel MORE.
ATIA applauds government’s fast-track passport announcement
Excellent news if you've ever experienced the sheer horror of realising you don't have a functioning passport.
DayAway names Aussie partners for luxury community based membership
Tired of dining with the riff raff? Get yourself a DayAway membership and slip into a life of luxury.
Silversea expands Nova Class with Silver Ray
Be prepared - this article has more silver than your local jewellers!
Tourism Tasmania CEO says a trip to Tassie could cure your Aurora Australis FOMO
With images like these - you're bound to regret being asleep during Australia's version of the northern lights.
Flight searches to Ho Chi Minh City skyrocket by 246% as city strengthens ties to Oz
We aren't endorsing ditching your work to look at flights to Ho Chi Minh but we're also not not endorsing it.
On Location: Rejoice! It’s Your Daily Wrap Of Africa’s Travel Indaba
Spare a moment to think about the cleaner who had to pick up all the confetti after this one kicked off.
Lack of budget spend will hit international visitor recovery, says Australian Tourism Industry Council
We've done the monotonous trawl through budget reports so you don't have to. You can thank us later!
On Location: Expedia CEO assures AI will not replace human roles, announces AI text assistant
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, unless its announced at a big conference, then it'll probably be reported.
VietJet walks away from Bonza investment, administrators look to maximise chance of survival
VietJet's making big plays in Australia but is drawing the line at buying a defunct airline.