Paul Beames Travel Expert

Author name: 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. Paul Beames

Is the crocodile a dinosaur?

Blog / By Paul Beames

Is the crocodile a dinosaur?? While it’s easy to assume modern crocodiles are just smaller versions of the dinosaurs that used to rule the earth, the truth is more complicated. Crocodiles are old, their lineage goes back to the time of the dinosaurs but they are not dinosaurs themselves. In this article we will look …

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Crocodile Lifespan

Blog / By Paul Beames

In Australia, where both freshwater and saltwater crocs roam wild and snappy, their crocodile lifespan is part of what makes them so legendary. But how long do crocodiles live? And what keeps them going decade after decade under that thick hide?Ever looked a salties in the eye and felt like it was reading your soul? That steely …

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The biggest crocodile in Australia

Blog / By Paul Beames

When it comes to the biggest crocodile in Australia, you’d be surprised at just how large these reptiles can grow. Australia’s wild crocodiles are the stuff of yarns and headlines but there are some real monsters worth knowing about — alive, in captivity and in the record books. Let’s go into the monsters of the …

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