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21/02/2023ExtraVirgin Food & Travel

Treasure Island - The Southern Great Barrier Reef's Lady Elliot Island

The Great Barrier Reef, at 2300 kms (1400 miles) is almost twice the length of Italy. It's pristine southern end, just four hours drive, or a short flight from Brisbane, however remains a bit of a secret yet is no less spectacular than the tourist hot-spots off Cairns. For this episode of ExtraVirgin, we travel to one of the southern islands, where we hear from Amy Gash, whose family caretake a spectactular coral cay where you can step into the coral gardens from the beach and swim with turtles, manta rays the size of small cars, reef sharks and a rainbow of fish. Amy and Natascha talk about the health of the reef, what it's like to grow up with an island as your playground and the measures her family are taking to ensure the island continues to be a leader in sustainable tourism.

# Marine LifeThe diverse organisms inhabiting the ocean, particularly those that can be found around the Great Barrier Reef, including various species of fish, turtles, and rays.

# Natascha Mirosch # Great Barrier Reef # Lady Elliot Island # Sustainable Tourism # Amy Gash

14/07/2021ExtraVirgin Food & Travel

Postcard from Los Cabos, Mexico

Since the 1950s, Los Cabos, at the very southern tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula, (the original California) has attracted big names from Hollywood. Today, it welcomes everyone and in this episode, our ExtraVirgin Postcard guest and passionate local, Rodrigo Esponda, shares his tips on this beautiful part of the world. Rodrigo tells us about the rich marine life inhabiting both the Sea of Cortés and the Pacific Ocean, including 5 different species of whales and giant rays; where to find wild, deserted beaches, and stunning desert landscapes, as well as more manmade pleasures - from Cabo's creatives, to his recommendations on where to go for the region's best food and drink - from street tacos to top-shelf bars. So whether you're looking for specific tips on Los Cabos, or just armchair travelling, join us for this episode of ExtraVirgin Postcards.

# Marine LifeThe diverse aquatic ecosystem found in the Sea of Cortés and Pacific Ocean, home to various species including whales and giant rays.

# Travel Tips # Gastronomy # Los Cabos # Rodrigo Esponda

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# Marine LifeThe diverse organisms inhabiting the ocean, particularly those that can be found around the Great Barrier Reef, including various species of fish, turtles, and rays.

# Marine LifeThe diverse aquatic ecosystem found in the Sea of Cortés and Pacific Ocean, home to various species including whales and giant rays.