Helen speaks with Graham Reid, the owner operator of Travel West, a professional tour operator and licensed Travel Agent. Graham and his wife Deb also run the Charleville Bush Caravan Park. Graham tells Helen a bit about his background and how he ended up in the tourism industry in Australia. Helen and Graham then discuss the Tagalong Tours that Travel West operate in the Simpson Desert, around Birdsville and also a new tour across the Outback Way and up into northern WA. Graham also shares his tips for getting your vehicle prepared to travel, how to 'tagalong' and also the top 10 things to take with you on the Outback Way or any bush trip. Find out more about Graham's tours at travelwest.com.au or ask him yourself when you stop in at Charleville Bush Caravan Park! You can find all notes and links on our website, www.outbackway.org.au where you can subscribe to our newsletter, buy our guidebook and download the app if you haven't already. Join us on Facebook and Twitter @OutbackWay1 Send your questions, comments and travel stories to info@outbackway.org.au and if you share your story, we may even feature you on this podcast! Thank you for joining us through the heart of Australia, on Australia's longest short cut.