A groundbreaking travel tech platform is reinventing city exploration with its debut self-guided tour in Adelaide. Stories Unseen combines cutting-edge digital storytelling with local expertise to create immersive, game-like experiences that reveal a city’s hidden narratives.
Meet Dave: Adelaide’s Virtual Guide with Personality
The tour introduces an unconventional guide – Dave, a 45-year-old town planner with a penchant for dad jokes and fine wine. This carefully crafted digital character embodies Adelaide’s unique identity as Australia’s first planned city.
“Dave isn’t just an information source – he’s a companion who makes history feel alive,” explains co-founder Erin Clark. “His humor and local insights create the feeling of exploring with a knowledgeable friend, but on your own schedule.”
An Interstate Collaboration Born from Innovation
The Adelaide launch represents a remarkable partnership between two tourism pioneers who connected virtually. Perth-based tech visionary Erin Clark joined forces with SADMC’s Sondra Stewart, blending technological innovation with deep local knowledge to craft an experience that surprises even longtime residents.
Beyond the Guidebook: Adelaide’s Untold Stories
The tour goes beyond standard historical facts to uncover:
- The city’s convict-free origins and urban planning triumphs
- Quirky local traditions like frog cakes and pink shorts culture
- Little-known anecdotes about Adelaide’s iconic locations
- The real significance behind crossing the King William Street
“We wanted to capture what makes Adelaide special – not just as an Australian city, but as a distinctly South Australian experience,” Clark emphasizes.
This innovative approach to tourism combines the convenience of self-guided exploration with the depth of local expertise, offering visitors and residents alike a fresh perspective on the city’s rich heritage.
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