Russell Casey

eading ASA tours (from Europe to the US and Central Asia) since 2009, Russell is a passionate traveller with wide ranging knowledge and interests from science & technology to world history. He is particularly interested in the interactions between peoples, their beliefs, customs, arts and culture and the transmission of this knowledge.

Russell worked in the health field as a medical physicist and in clinical informatics. He still maintains an interest in these areas consulting in radiation safety to the healthcare industry and clinical informatics consultancy to the IAEA.

A broad range of language studies & extensive travel to diverse regions has given him a greater appreciation of the similarities & differences in people’s history, culture & religion which has proved invaluable in resolving unexpected encounters.

Russell has a broad interest in literature, the “Art of the Book”, calligraphy, textiles & metal work. He has a particular interest in how old skills, arts & crafts are revived & applied in the modern context.

Constantly researching tours, Russell strives to enhance the experience of fellow travellers. He has undertaken accredited Oxford University short courses to further his knowledge including studies in Islamic Art & Architecture & Religion in Prehistory. With organisational management skills developed over many years Russell utilises this expertise to manage ASA tours. He regularly updates his first aid skills with the Queensland Ambulance Service.

Well regarded by ASA tour lecturers for his management style, an ASA colleague commented: “I could travel with him to the end of the world!”