In this episode, I sat down and spoke to, Jessica Lee, about her travel coaching business, The Wander Word. Jess talked to me about after a decade of wandering; she noticed a massive problem for travellers – over-tourism. With her cultural immersion coaching service, she spoke to me about how she hopes to get people to learn how to connect with their destination and transform from being a tourist to a traveller through one-on-one coaching, language courses, and travel planning services. Jess spoke to me about her target audience and the cost of her services. We also talked about how she differs from a travel agent. We also discussed why she felt it was vital for her to be open about her domestic abuse in the past. She talked to me about the significance it has had on the person she has become now. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/jKPDCU4jgEg). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #publicrelations #travelcoach #domesticabuseawareness ... Stay connected with this Jess. Website https://thewanderword.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thewanderword/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thewanderword/ ... Stay connected with me. Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

I spoke to two key people who run the Journey Home Festival, Saqar Ahhah Ahershu and Den Tut Rayay. We went into detail about the festival's intentions and what they hope to achieve. They told me that the objective is to bridge the gap between African Americans, African Caribbean, and African Europeans to travel to West Africa, specifically Liberia. They spoke to me about the purpose of the festival. The journey is not only to tour the cultural sites and beauty of Liberia but also to create sustainable economic actions, both for-profit and non-profit, on the ground by this group of Africans in the Diaspora that will create jobs. What they would like is for the Journey Home Festival on achieving these goals by engaging entrepreneurs, profitable businesses, Ministers, Senators, Super-Intendents, NGOs, INGOs, Non-profits and charitable organisations in the Education, Law, Real Estate, transportation and Agricultural sectors to foster relationships with their Investors and Philanthropists on the ground in Liberia. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/ux_BWS2VTm4). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #publicrelations ... Get connected with Journey Home Festival Website https://journeyhomefestival.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/journeyhomefestival/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/journeyhomefestival/ Twitter https://twitter.com/JourneyHomeFest ... Stay connected with me. Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

In this episode, I sat down and spoke to the Ticket 2 Anywhere Podcast hosts, Leah and Trizzy. During our discussion, I talked to them about why they started their podcast and its intention and goal—also the intended target audience. We also spoke about whether podcasts will challenge traditional media and where it stands today. Whether they want to go into traditional media in the future themselves. Trizzy and Leah also spoke to me about whether they have gotten work because of the podcast. Plus, they reveal some guilty pleasures that some of us may not know. A thoroughly entertaining talk and I look forward to seeing where the show ends up next. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/Yp0uzWKHSZU). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #publicrelations #podcasts #traditionalmedia ... Stay connected with Leah Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lainflight/ Twitter https://twitter.com/lainflight TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lainflight ... Stay Connected with Trizzy Instagram https://www.instagram.com/exeaex/ ... Stay connected with Ticket 2 Anywhere Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ticket2anywherepodcast/ Twitter https://mobile.twitter.com/t2apodcast YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm7CHIovPSn9E4Ze_EsSiNw Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0xt7uuwSHYdF0UOXrOACQy Podchaser https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/ticket-2-anywhere-podcast-977587 ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

I sat down and spoke to the Founder of Gallivant Africa and Gallivant Radio, Miriro Matema. Miriro and I discussed how she fell into travel journalism and her intention and goal behind starting Gallivant Africa. I then spoke to her about her vision behind Gallivant Radio and why she felt having a dedicated travel radio station was important for Africa and the travel media. We talked about the challenges she has faced starting the station and where it stands now. We also spoke about her transition into a TV host. Miriro also talked to me about how she balances work and home life simultaneously. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/fih7sR272Ds). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #travelradio #prrequest #publicrelations ... Stay connected with Miriro. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/miriromatema/ Twitter https://twitter.com/miriromatema ... Stay in touch with Gallivant Radio on all of our contents Website https://gallivant.africa/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GallivantRadio/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gallivant.radio/ Twitter https://twitter.com/gallivantradio ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer

This episode is in association with Travel Unity, as they provided me with three influential individuals to discuss the importance of Hispanics within the travel industry. They were Karen Kuhl, Danny Guerrero, and Jeannette Ceja. National Hispanic Heritage Month is annually celebrated from September 15 to October 15 in the United States for recognising the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. With my three guests, I explored where Hispanics are today and whether more voices are needed within the travel sector now to help the next generation come through the industry. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/oQZq1ymhtvA). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #publicrelations ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

In this episode, I spoke to the founder and CEO of xplor.earth, Harsh Patil. xplor.earth is a luxury travel advisor firm that provides customised itineraries for a unique travel experience. I spoke to Harsh about his intention and goal when he started the business. Harsh talked to me about how the company listens to its customers, and every trip is curated to accommodate each traveller’s unique priorities, interests, and needs. Harsh also spoke to me about how each itinerary is tailor-made for the client. He discussed with me how people could explore unique destinations. xplor.earth specialise in destinations such as Ecuador, Iceland, Colombia, Cuba, India, Mongolia, Morocco, Namibia, Botswana and Patagonia, to name a few, and the places within those countries will be off the beaten track. I also spoke about the set-up of the company and the plans he has for the future. It was a fabulous discussion, and I look forward to using the service myself in the future. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/mUmAcQ0RCGM). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #publicrelations #xplor.earth ... Stay connected with Harsh and xplor.earth Website https://www.xplor.earth/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/xplor.earth_ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/xplor.earthwithme YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLnbagBb-U0L3n2_AgquYKg ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

I sat down and spoke to Travel Writer, Katherine Parker-Magyar, in detail about what people can look forward to in terms of travel in 2022. Katherine talked to me about some of the destinations she feels people can travel to in 2022 as the world has opened up. We spoke at great length about Fiji being the number 1 hotspot for everyone. It was a fascinating talk, and I look forward to travelling to some of the places Katherine talked about during this episode. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/GVSVzq5kVb0). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #publicrelations #travelwriter #2022travel ... Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:31 Welcome Katherine 2:36 How has life been since I last spoke to Katherine 8:21 Where should people travel to in 2022-Why Fiji 11:31 Is it budget-friendly to travel to Fiji 13:58 In what way can you travel to Fiji, whether that's solo or with friends or as a couple 18:38 Is Fiji an untapped location, and can they handle the influx of tourists 21:06 What other destinations does Katherine recommend people to travel to 27:21 Are all those places once again budget-friendly 30:36 Where Katherine sees herself this year and going forward 33:56 Summary and Outro ... Stay connected with Katherine. Website https://www.katherineparkermagyar.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katherineparkermagyar/ Twitter https://twitter.com/kpm1231 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/katie.parkermagyar ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

In this episode, I talked to Africa Collection Manager at Index Select and Travel Consultant, Wazha Dube. During this discussion, Wazha and I talked about his early upbringing, which involved moving across to the U.K. from Botswana and living in multiple other countries before settling in New York. We spoke in detail about what it was like to break into the travel sector and any challenges he faced doing so. In particular, what it was like for someone of colour. Following that topic, we looked at why the industry hasn't been as diverse and where we are in terms of diversity and inclusion since organisations pledged to do so after the Black Lives Matter movement started. I spoke to him about his work and what that entails, and where he sees himself in the future. I also discussed why the continent of Africa is so unique and why people should consider travelling there for their holidays. It was a fascinating talk, and I look forward to seeing where Wazha ends up next. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/0XZ-SueysBA). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #africantravel #traveldiversity #diversityandinclusion ... Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:37 Welcome Wazha and early love for travel 3:32 How Wazha broke into the travel sector 5:23 Do you require travel experience to be in the sector 7:03 Is is tough to break into travel with a diverse background 10:05 Have things changed since BLM movement started 14:39 What does Wazha job consist of 15:59 What is it like to travel to Africa why consider travelling the continent 20:45 What makes the African continent unique 21:49 Where does Wazha see himself in the industry in the future 23:12 Where Wazha wants to live going forward 24:08 What does travel mean to Wazha and his bucket list left to see 26:11 Hobbies 26:49 Summary and outro ... Stay connected with Wazha. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wdnomad/ Index Select https://www.indexselect.com/ ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

I spoke to social media expert and entrepreneur, Tony Kariotis, about his business, Greece Media. We went into detail about how his platform helps promote Greece and how it would encourage people to visit the islands and all other areas of the country. I spoke to Tony about how he started the business and his initial goal. I discussed what other ambitions he has for the company going forward. I also discussed whether he sees himself as a social media influencer or whether he sees himself as a businessman. Also, whether influencers are good for the travel sector. I talked to him about why people should consider travelling to Greece this year and when they should plan to visit. I asked him what advice he would give someone who has never seen the country and what they should expect. It was a great discussion about Tony and his business and a tremendous advertisement for Greece. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/owhC-V5aKqg). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #greece #greece-media ... Stay connected with Tony. Website https://www.greece-media.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greece/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/greececommunity/ Twitter https://twitter.com/iamgreece TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@iamgreece_ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/iamgreece ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

I sat down and spoke to a digital entrepreneur business coach and an expert in sponsored travel, Marie Hernandez. Marie runs her own business, Seriously Travel, where she aims to help influencers, bloggers etc. grow and work with various brands. One of the goals she sets out for her students is to get that sponsored travel. I went into detail about how people can start and what it takes to succeed. We spoke about the length of a course, what it entails, and the cost. I also talked to her about how she got into all of this, who her competitors are, and the business's future. Marie and I also discussed her passion for travel and what it means to her. This is an excellent discussion for anyone looking to grow their social media presence and get that sponsor for their travel. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/nHWp4oV9Gjc). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #journorequest #prrequest #sponsoredtravel #coaching ... Stay connected and get in touch with Marie. Website https://www.mariehernandezcoaching.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MarieHernandezCoaching/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seriouslytravel/ Twitter https://twitter.com/SeriouslyTravel ... Stay connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/