Author: Paul Beames

Paul Beames is the Founder and CEO of the Get Lost Travel Group . G.L.T. is comprised of some of the highest calibre organisations within the tourism industry including: Wildlife Tours Australia, Autopia Tours, Australian Bus Charters, Wayoutback Safaris, Walking Country and MTB Adventures. The Get Lost Travel Group (GLT) and its brands have grown into one of Australia's largest and most highly awarded tour operators, welcoming over one million thrilled international travelers to explore every corner of the country. At the helm of this adventure is Paul, a passionate tourism visionary whose journey started with a Business and Tourism degree from the University of Western Ontario and Victoria University. His early career saw him crisscrossing 14 European countries as a tour guide and driver for Adventure Tours Australia and Top Deck Tours—an experience that ignited his love for curating unforgettable travel moments. Driven by a desire to craft unique, high-quality travel experiences, Paul took the leap in 2009 and founded Get Lost Travel. His leadership and innovation in the industry were recognized in 2014 when he received the prestigious Len Taylor Young ATEC Award for Leadership in Tourism. He has since played an influential role in shaping the sector, serving on various tourism industry committees and boards, including as Vice Chair of the Australian Tourism Export Council (Victoria branch). A serial entrepreneur and champion of sustainable, responsible tourism, Paul has built a network that has employed hundreds of talented tourism professionals. He believes that travel is a powerful force for good—connecting people, supporting regional communities and Indigenous cultures, and fostering environmental conservation. Under his leadership, GLT is not just about showcasing Australia’s breathtaking landscapes; it’s about creating life-changing experiences that leave a lasting impact on both travelers and the planet.

Beyond Skyway

Mentioning Beyond Skyway in the first sentence feels right, because the moment you climb onto that rooftop cable car rig above the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park, you know Scenic World Blue Mountains hasn’t just added another ride — they’ve built something bold. I’ve worked enough cliff tops and sandstone cliffs in my […]

Weather in the Blue Mountains

Hiking up through a morning of shifting mist into weather in the Blue Mountains reminds me every time that up here, the sky plays by its own rules. You leave Sydney to a Sky that’s a lovely dull grey, and before you know it, you hit Katoomba in the middle of a drizzle that’s come […]

Blackheath

Turning my boots towards the ridge above, I found myself rolling into Blackheath with that familiar feeling of arriving somewhere that’s earned its stripes. Mentioning Blackheath in the first breath feels right — this Blue Mountains village doesn’t try to impress you with polish. It wins you over with weathered timber, mist curling through eucalypts, […]

Experience the Hydro Majestic

Diving into the story of experiencing the Hydro Majestic, I’ll let you in on a little secret – the Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains Hotel is so much more than just a place to crash; it’s a Blue Mountains legend wrapped in Art Deco curves and a thick layer of Megalong Valley mist. You don’t just […]

See Glow Worms In The Blue Mountains

Whispering our way into the magic of seeing glow worms in the Blue Mountains always takes me back to a first time when I snuck onto a pretty soggy track near Wolgan Valley with essentially nothing but a red light torch and a half-frozen thermos in my daypack, I mean, it was a pretty grim […]

Scale Canyons in the Blue Mountains

Setting My Boots on a Fresh Blue Mountains Ridge as We Dive Into Scale Canyons in the Blue Mountains. There’s a moment—right before you clip into a fixed abseil chain at the start of a slot canyon—when your stomach does a little flip and your brain asks, “Did I pack enough snacks for this?” That’s […]

8 Days Sydney to Brisbane Tour

8 Day / 7 Night Comfort Style 18:00 – 15:00 Sydney, New South Wales $4,585 Shared Accommodation – Adult 18+ $4,585 Private Double/Twin Room – Adult / Child $5,635 Private Single Room – Adult 18+ Book Now Exploring Australia’s West Coast is a dream for many travellers, and the 8-Day Sydney to Brisbane Tour is […]

16 Days East Coast Tour

Comfort Style 14 Day / 13 Night Fare options: $10,750 Shared Accommodation – Adult 18+ over $10,750 Private Double/Twin Room – Adult/Child $13,000 Private Single Room – Adult 18+ over 18:00 – 18:00 Sydney, New South Wales Book Now The ultimate adventure for those who want to see the best of Australia’s east coast. From […]

The Garden Cellars Hunter Valley

Most Hunter Valley stories start with Semillon, but The Garden Cellars digs deeper into the roots of this wine country. I, Paul Beames, have wandered through many vineyards, cellar door complexes and dusty backroads, but The Garden Cellars stands out because it’s more than just another cellar door — it’s where local products, craft beers, […]

14 Days Sydney to Cairns Tour

14 Day / 13 Night Comfort Style PRICE $ 8,490 AUD 18:00 – 10:00 Style: Comfort Code: SC14 Sydney, New South Wales *Solo travellers who book separately in Twin Share Accommodation will be paired with another solo passenger of the same gender $8,490 *Shared Accommodation – Adult 18+ (shared twin room) $8,490 Private Double/Twin Room […]