

Travel Experiences Reimagined
Mariel Fry
Are you naturally curious to travel and experience more of what the world has to offer? Travel Experiences Reimagined has you covered.Travel Experiences Reimagined is a podcast that will uncover different types of tours, experiences, and excursions hosted by local people from all over the world. Each week, you will discover and tune in to learn more about the person hosting the tour and what makes their tour unique.I’m your host Mariel, and after traveling to over 10+ countries and going on numerous tours and excursions, I naturally became curious to learn more about the tour, city, and country itself along with the person who is hosting and curating the experience.To learn more about our hosts, tours, and experiences, visit us on our website Travel Experiences ReimaginedFounder and host Mariel Fry is passionate about experiences, travel, and showcase local culture and tourism to others who are fascinated, interested, and excited to explore what the world has to offer to them. She started her curiosity of travel at the age of 19 where she studied for her associates in Hospitality: Travel and Tourism. After going away internationally, she immediately caught the travel bug to travel the world to over 10+ countries and countless cities to try new, local experiences founded and hosted by local people in the tourism space. What makes this podcast so special? We interview a new tour guide, tour operator, or host of an experience each week, where we go over their story, more about their tourism business, and any fun facts or tips related to their city that uncovers hidden gems and off the beaten path information to provide to you as the tourist visiting that new city.
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Apr 15, 2022 • 40min
Exploring The Outdoors In NY, NJ, CT, & PA | Outer There Tours
Have you ever thought about being at one with nature? Where you can go outside, but not have to feel so alone?On this episode, we have the wonderful Al from Outer There Tours based in the NYC area where he offers a variety of experiences in upstate NY, NJ, PA, and CT that consistent of hiking, camping, kayaking, snowboarding, skiing, and so much more throughout all 4 seasons in the year. He caters to people who are beginners with experiencing the outdoors where it is so much more than a hike, but it is fostering community, diversity, and collaboration on every experience that he offers.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Al's story to what led him to start his own tourism businessLogistics of booking tours and safety around themThe variety of tours that Al is able to offer through this company Outer ThereGoing through what is provided on each of the toursCan the outdoors make you feel vulnerable? Listen to the episode to find out!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Go to our website to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookTwitterWebsiteSupport the show

Apr 8, 2022 • 37min
Getting Lost in Norwich, England | Paul Dickson Tours
What rhymes with Norwich? Porridge? Storage? Norwich is a small town in England that is quaint and cute, but with so much history to go to a new city.On this episode, we are delighted to have on Paul from Paul Dickson Tours where Paul has been in the tourism industry for 30+ years where he loves to show off his town of Norwich, England to others, where he offers a variety of tours such as history tours, true crime, going through the market in Norwich, and wildlife to name a few when you plan your visit to Norwich.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Pauls's story to what led him to start his own tourism businessThe variety of tours that he offers; History, True Crime, Markets, and Wildlife to name a fewTop places to visit in Norwich, EnglandThe top 2 places to have a proper afternoon British tea in Norwich.Best fish and chips in Norwich? Listen to the episode to find out!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Go to our website to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookTwitterWebsiteSupport the show

Apr 1, 2022 • 43min
Discover The Uniqueness of New Orleans | NO Secrets Tours
Mardi Gras! Creole! Bourbon Street! There is so much to fall in love with when it comes to New Orleans, it's hard to not want to eat, drink, and party your way through it.On this episode, we are so excited to interview both Mark and Angela who are the founders of NO Secrets Tours, based in New Orleans, Louisiana. With a true passion of showing others how amazing New Orleans is, their approach is showing tourists the true, authentic, local experience that many tourists in New Orleans never get to see. Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Mark and Angela's story to what led her to start her own tourism businessAn overview of the tours with NO Secrets Tours Top places to visit for food, cocktails, and seafood in New OrleansAdditional perks if you are booking a private tour vs. a public tourCan kids participate in Mardi Gras? Listen to the episode to find out!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Go to our website to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookTwitterWebsiteSupport the show

Mar 25, 2022 • 39min
Wandering Throughout Amsterdam and Haarlem | Independer Tours
Have you considered going to Amsterdam or Haarlem? Would you go to one or the other? Maybe both? Both cities are in The Netherlands and both cities have something unique to offer.On this episode, we are delighted to have on Diana, who is from Spain, but currently lives in The Netherlands hosting private tours through her company Independer Tours in both Amsterdam and Haarlem, specifically talking about history in each of these cities and taking people to learn more about the incredible architecture, culture, and history that both Amsterdam and Haarlem have to offer to you, the tourist and traveler.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Diana's story to what led her to start her own tourism businessTop places to visit in HaarlemThe quirks and interesting things to learn about Dutch cultureUnique places to visit in AmsterdamMyth or fact: Dutch people have to learn how to swim with all of their clothes on. Listen to the episode to find out more!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Submit to our form here to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookSupport the show

Mar 18, 2022 • 41min
Trailing Through Orange, Australia | Country Food Trails
Would you ever go to Australia? Somewhere unique, beautiful, and exotic? While Orange, Australia may not be on everyone's bucket list, it definitely should after listening to this episode!On this episode, we have the honor of having on Nicole who is the founder of Country Food Trails from Orange, Australia come onto the podcast to talk about her tours and trails that she offers in her hometown. She has won an award in her hometown called Western NSW for 2021 for start up businesses. She loves to take people on private trails to show them the food, wineries, and saffron to name a few of her trails that she offers. Nicole believes in supporting local tourism in her area to support small businesses in true partnership. Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Nicole's story and what led her to start her own tourism businessHow she's pivoted businesses to ultimately come up with her concept for Country Food TrailsWhy Nicole is passionate about supporting local tourismLearning more about what each of her trails has to offerDo Oranges grow in Orange, Australia? Listen to to the episode to find out!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Submit to our form here to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookSupport the show

Mar 11, 2022 • 40min
Explore A City With Hidden Gems and Beautiful Canals | Secret Venice Tour
Venice, Italy. Full of seafood, canals, and beauty, all sitting on water. But what if I told you that going to Venice with a tour guide will make your trip that much better?On this episode, we have the pleasure of having on Lucrezia, who is the owner of Secret Venice Tour, where she offers a variety of tours to take you around Venice, Italy. She doesn’t just want to be a tour guide, she wants to go above and beyond and show you Venice from her perspective, which is a local who is truly in love with Venice and all that it has to offer to you, the tourist.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Lucrezia's background to learn more on why she started her tourism businessHer hot tip on how to use Google Maps to your advantage when walking around VeniceThe variety of tours that she is able to offerThe unique areas and places that Lucrezia recommends for tourists to check outIs there ever a bad time to drink Prosecco? Listen to the episode to find out and more!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Submit to our form here to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookSupport the show

Mar 4, 2022 • 38min
Exploring & Experiencing History in Washington DC | Dawn The Tour Guide
When you think of DC, what comes to mind? The US Capitol? Rich history? Big political decisions? What if I told you that DC was so much more than what you were expecting.On this episode, we have the honor of having on Dawn, who owns Dawn The Tour Guide, but has moved around all over the world to explore and wanderlust what the world has to offer. She eventually settled into DC to help other military families learn more about DC and Old Alexandria to help other military families settle into their new temporary lives to learn about DC from a storytelling perspective.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Dawn's background to learn more on why she started her tourism businessWhy Dawn recommends going to Old Alexandria to understand DCThe "A-Ha" moment of why Dawn decided to become a tour guideTop 5 hidden gem museums to visit in DCThe biggest misconception and myths of DC? Listen to the episode to find out!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Submit to our form here to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookSupport the show

Feb 25, 2022 • 42min
Going On Exceptional Adventures One City At A Time | Adventure in Black
Do you love to travel to different places all over the world with a group of people that you feel you'll be connected to as soon as you meet them? Fear not as on this episode we talk about trying new things, feeling connected, and being part of an amazing community of people who love to travel the world, one city at a time.On this episode, we have the pleasure of having on Courtney, who is the founder of Adventure in Black. She wanted to create a community of people of color to travel the world, one city and country at a time. Her mission is having the ability to curate incredible itineraries so all you have to do is book the trip, the rest is covered. She emphasizes on working with local businesses and people to create everlasting, memorable, and incredible experiences, whether it is your first time traveling or you are a seasoned traveler.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Courtney's background to learn more on why she started her travel businessWhat does exclusive, affordable, and YOU mean when it comes to Adventure in BlackWhat is included in each itineraryTop 3 experiences Courtney has done on her tripsDo you know the type of traveler that you are? Listen to the episode for some awesome advice on how to plan your perfect trip!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Submit to our form here to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookSupport the show

Feb 18, 2022 • 40min
Creating Community Through Murals and History in Philly | Philly Experiences
When it comes to going on a walking tour, do you enjoy seeing murals while also having the opportunity to go on a tour with a local tour guide who can show you the real Philly?On this episode, we get to learn more about Chrissy and her passion and love for her tourism company called Philly Experiences, where she takes people on public and private tours showcasing the parts of Philly that many people may not think to go to when they visit Philadelphia. Born and raised in Philly, she decided to show people what the real Philly is like and to see where she was born and raise to learn about Philly from a local’s perspective.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Chrissy's story to what led her to start her own tourism businessGoing into detail about the variety of experiences that she offersTop places to visit and explore in Philly that are underratedBest mural to visit while you are visiting in PhillyBest Philly cheesesteak? Listen to the episode to find out!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Submit to our form here to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookSupport the show

Feb 11, 2022 • 37min
Bringing Murals & Friendships Together in One Place ATL | Black Girl Magic Tours
Are you interested in learning more about murals in a fun, exciting, and engaged way to not only take pictures in front of murals, but also find your network and tribe of people?On this episode, we are so excited to have on Tarika, who is the founder of Black Girl Magic Tours. She combined her love of networking with black women while also showing them the beautiful murals that were done by black females. On her tour, she takes people on a luxury sprinter van to go see approximately 7-9 murals and in between each one she not only offers refreshments, but she facilitates healthy communication and networking amongst the travelers to ensure that everyone feels included and has a wonderful time.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Tarika's background to learn more on why she started a tourism businessThe true drive and motivation to create a tour that brings black women togetherTop murals to check out in AtlantaShining light on black-owned business in ATLHow many black-artist murals are in ATL? Listen to the episode to find out!___________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT available!Did you love today's episode? Don't forget to click "Subscribe" and share with us a comment on how you're loving the podcast so far!Are you interested in being featured as a tour guide or host on our podcast? Submit to our form here to find out how YOU can have a chance to share your story and elevate your voice by sharing more about your background, what you offer, and fun facts and tips about your city!Travel Experiences Reimagined Links:InstagramFacebookTwitterWebsiteSupport the show