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.

Jamison Valley

Jamison Valley is the main stage of the Blue Mountains, framed by towering sandstone cliffs and scattered with waterfalls, forest and stories that go back to the Jurassic period. I first stood at Echo Point, looking out to Mount Solitary and the valley floor and felt the mix of wilderness and history that is this […]

Three Sisters Rock

Every visitor to the Blue Mountains has heard of the Three Sisters Rock, that sandstone rock formation standing tall above the Jamison Valley. I’m Paul Beames, and I’ve been leading people through this wild bit of New South Wales for decades. From the Echo Point lookout, you’ll see the famous sandstone peaks rising above eucalyptus […]

Hunter Valley Chocolate Company

Ask anyone who’s road-tripped through Pokolbin and they’ll tell you the same thing: a visit to Hunter Valley Chocolate Company is as much a part of the wine country experience as cellar doors and cheese stops. On my own journeys through Wine Country Drive and Broke Road, I’ve always swung by the Chocolate Factory to […]

Hunter Valley Village

Every time I visit Hunter Valley Wine Country, I find myself taking a detour, and for me, that detour is Hunter Valley Village. What was meant to be a quick coffee and a stretch of the legs in the Shopping Village turned into Devonshire tea, a wander through Hunter Valley Gardens, a poke around the […]

Hunter Valley Cheese Factory

The Hunter Valley Cheese Factory is as much a pilgrimage for cheese lovers as the cellar doors are for wine enthusiasts. I, Paul Beames, have tramped through Pokolbin Village, Broke Road and McDonalds Road more times than I can count and I’ll tell you this: you can’t really say you’ve done Hunter Valley Vineyards until […]

Kissofire Hunter Valley Liqueurs

Ask any local about Kissofire Hunter Valley Liqueurs and you’ll get a grin followed by a yarn about cinnamon warmth and late-night laughs. My first taste of their fiery drop came during a wine tour detour, and it hit me like a sweet punch — bold, warming and oddly comforting. Known as both Kiss Of […]

Hunter Valley Wine Region

The Hunter Valley Wine Region is one of those names that even people who don’t drink much wine seem to know. Ask a traveller about Australian wine and the Hunter will come up in the conversation. And for good reason — this patch of land in New South Wales, just north of the Sydney Basin, […]

Wentworth Falls

Wentworth Falls is one of those names that’s on every Blue Mountains itinerary, but the reality is more rugged, more interesting and far less glossy than the brochures suggest. I, Paul Beames, have walked these tracks for decades, from the Charles Darwin walk to the Grand Stairway that’ll test your knees and your patience. Every […]

Gardens in the Blue Mountains

The exotic and beautiful Blue Mountains are the perfect place to spend some time away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city in green surroundings. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it is home to some of Australia’s most exotic gardens. From autumn to spring – Blue Mountains Gardens is home to […]

Leura

Located east of Katoomba on the Blue Mountains National Park outskirts, Leura is often considered the most picturesque village with stunning views of the Blue Mountains. It boasts charming historic homes, beautifully landscaped gardens, pleasant weather, and a town centre recognized by the National Trust, featuring cherry trees that attract attention from social media users during the blooming season. […]