Over 40 years in the travel industry, Paul Goldstein has gained a reputation as a passionate and forthright commentator on all things related to travel. His real expertise, however, lies in wildlife photography, Africa, Asia, and the Polar regions. As a presenter, guide and photographer, Paul has few equals. If you can catch him while he is standing still, you can expect advice that is strong on opinion but backed by real experience.
Read time – 4 minutes Paul Goldstein is one of very few people that has spent time with all five of the BBC’s ‘Dynasty’ luminaries. Several chimp safaris, literally years with lions, two fabled expeditions to Emperor penguins and wild painted dogs throughout Africa. 15 marathons in his tiger suit along with 20+ ‘striped’ safaris...
Read time – 3 minutes “This morning was glorious. A Spitsbergen scene: a coruscating sea, cobalt glacier, avian players and the snap crackle and pop of the treacherous brash ice. This is a wild and savage Eden but one that demands proper investigation.” So says Exodus’ award-winning photographer and leader, Paul Goldstein, ten days into...
Read time – 4 minutes Exodus’ famous Polar charters are deservedly popular. These photography-focussed spectaculars sail the seas just once or twice a year, accompanied by perhaps the most dedicated Polar experts on the water. The vessel is filled to the brim with expert zoologists, accomplished sailors and award-winning photographers ready to share their knowledge...
Read time – 2 minutes Wildlife photographer and safari guide, Paul Goldstein couldn’t resist the opportunity to give his opinion on the BBC’s latest natural world spectacular The Hunt. “I pay my license fee like everyone else and the thought of forking out cash for smug camera crews to flit around the globe for months...
Read time – 3 minutes Paul Goldstein visits the Emperor Penguin colony of Snow Hill Island on the Ice-Breaker the Kapitan Kehlebnikov. As I sit in the clinical surrounds of London SW12, my thoughts of work are compromised by visions of the Southern Seas. To do justice to the Emperor Pilgrimage is beyond pen or...