Australian writer and composer Dr. Barry Ferrier has had a diverse career as a musician and academic. His vast experience as an entertainer and virtuoso musician has led him to travel extensively, performing across Europe, Scandinavia and the UK. He was  a cast member of the original Jesus Christ Superstar, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, music director and composer for the international recognised mime group The Lindsay Kemp Company, opened at the Palais Theatre Melbourne for Ry Cooder, and was a member of chart-topping 80s Pop Group "The Ferrets". He has also travelled extensively in Australia and Asia as a documentary maker.  

He has travelled with many leading celebrities including as band leader for  the legendary US superstar Eartha Kitt and which has given him unique objective experience of 5 star accommodation.

As Assistant Professor of Multimedia and Australia's prestigious Bond University for several years and with 5 university degrees to his credit, he has vast experience as a writer. He is also an experienced copywriter with many years professional marketing and advertising experience.

Combining these diverse and creative experiences, he has developed a unique and highly entertaining travel writing style and strong analytic skills , and is a valued member of the Reviews International travel writing Team.