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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Feb 4, 2022 • 38min
Walking & Talking Black History in London | Avril’s Walks and Talks
Do you have a burning desire to learn more about history, specifically black history? Do you want to educate yourself through the eyes of someone knowledgable, experienced, and just simply wonderful?On this episode, Avril started her tourism business called Avril's Walks and Talks, where she is based in London, UK, taking people on public and private tours to showcase black history through statues via a walking tour. Avril has so much knowledge and wisdom of this topic that she also wrote a book as well all about black history in London called Black London: History, Art, & Culture.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Going into detail about the types of tours that Avril offersLearn more about Avril's story of what led her to start her own tourism companyTop 3-5 black statues to check out in LondonThe variety of speaking events and presentations to talk about black history in the various places that Avril goes toIn what month does the UK celebrate Black History Month? 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 showSupport the show
Jan 28, 2022 • 39min
Drink and Eat Your Way Through Tuscany | Out of the Box Florence
Are you dreaming of a Tuscany vacation? Finding a way to escape to somewhere where you can immerse yourself into Italian culture?On this episode, I am delighted to have on my guest Stefano, founder of Out of the Box Florence, where he does private and public tours that consistent of walking, wine experiences with lunch from a granny, with an amazing personality and knowledge behind him.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:The types of private tours that he offers and how each tour worksLearn more about Stefano's story to what led him to start his own tourism businessThe top cheese that is in FlorenceUnique pairings of food and wine for you to try and enjoy in FlorenceHow many regions of wine are in Italy? 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
Jan 21, 2022 • 44min
Eat Until You Can't Eat Anymore | Tucson Food Tours
Do you love food? Authentic food? Local food? Brad created an experience to combine his love for food and tourism to show you incredible local restaurants in Tucson, AZ.On this episode, I am delighted to have on my guest Brad, who is the founder of Tucson Food Tours, where he started his business for his love of food in the town that he lives in. He stops by a few incredible food spots on his tour, where he will promise to make you sure that you have a great time not only learning about some of the history of each of these establishments, but also leaving full and satisfied.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Brad's background to learn more on why he started a food tour businessLearn more about how long his food tours are and how to book his toursTop restaurants to try when visiting TucsonWhat makes Tucson such a beautiful and unique place to visit in ArizonaThe perfect recipe for an easy margarita? Listen on today's 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
Jan 14, 2022 • 38min
Hidden Gems About Harry Potter & The History of Edinburgh | Rob Carr Tours
When you think of Edinburgh, what comes to mind? Harry Potter? Beautiful, old buildings? On this episode, I am so excited to welcome my guest Rob Carr, who hosts and owns Rob Carr Tours walking tours based out of Edinburgh where he talks about the history of Edinburgh, but also goes into detail about Harry Potter to talk about where certain parts of Harry Potter were filmed. With his light-heart energy and kindness, along with storytelling to help others learn more about Edinburgh, check out the episode to find out more about what Rob has to offer!Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Rob's story to what led him to start his own tourism businessWhat motivated Rob to start a tour company based off of Harry PotterGoes through a walking tour of Edinburgh in 40 minutesTop places to visit in Edinburgh that is part of Harry Potter and different types of food to check outWhat makes Rob's tours so special? 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
Jan 7, 2022 • 38min
Creating Custom Luxury Tours Your Way in Paris | Atelier Tours Paris
Do you dream of a romantic getaway, somewhere romantic, beautiful, and just overall dreamy? Fear not as my hosts on this episode make all of your Paris dreams come true. On this episode, both Eric and Patrick moved to Paris with a few suitcases and a dream to fulfill their Paris dream by starting their own company called Atelier Tours Paris where they offer small luxury private experiences to take you around to the best parts of Paris to get into exclusive galleries and show you the magic and spark that Paris is known for.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Eric and Patrick's story to what led them to start their own company in ParisThe process of booking an experience through Eric and PatrickWhat makes their experiences so specialTop art areas to visit in Paris that may be consider hidden gems and off the beaten pathWhat does new luxury mean? Listen to the episode to learn that and so much 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:InstagramFacebookTwitterWebsiteSupport the show
Dec 31, 2021 • 41min
Explore Puerto Rico In a Fun, Exciting, and Creative Way | Unique Quality Tours
Do you enjoy going to relax on a beautiful beach? Enjoying beautiful weather all year long? Fear not, as my guest on this episode goes into detail about how beautiful, stunning, and magical Puerto Rico really is. Jorge started his business Unique Quality Tours a few years ago to provide private experiences to take you to those stunning places. He offers a variety of tours between history, food, nature, and adventure, online tours, and even the opportunity to do a private tour that you can customize. He sets the intention to communicate with you as soon as you book an experience to get to know you before you arrive and to treat each client like family when they arrive.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Jorge's background to learn more on his decision to start his own tourism businessThe variety of tours that he is able to offer to his clientsTop unique tours he recommends for people visiting in PRWhy people celebrate Christmas from the day of Thanksgiving to the 3rd weekend in JanuaryCan you guess the number of rums that are created in PR? Listen to today's 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!InstagramFacebookSupport the show
Dec 24, 2021 • 40min
BONUS: Retreats That Are For the Niche | Heart Mind Fitness Training
Have you thought about going on a retreat some exotic, beautiful, but with a purpose? Would you ever try a retreat that is niche and related to a topic close to your heart?On this episode, my guest Nazra Peterson is the founder of Heart Mind Fitness Training, where not only she is a fulfillment and conscious coach, T-shirt designer, trainer, but can also include a host of retreats that are specific and niche based on a topic. By making her retreats based on a niche topic, she is able to help you in a unique way and a different mindset in regards to going on a retreat.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Nazra's story and what led her to create niche retreatsWhy she chooses to create niche retreats vs. generic onesThe logistics behind creating your own retreatWhat Nazra likes to include in her retreatsNazra's wish list of place she would love to actually host a retreat in____________________________________________________________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
Dec 17, 2021 • 40min
Experience Beauty & Storytelling with Clothing Throughout London | Fashion Tours London
Do you just absolutely LOVE fashion? Going into boutique, beautiful stores and admiring the clothes, ambiance, and beauty that these stores have to offer?On this episode, I am so excited to have on Cindy Lawford, who owns her tourism business called Fashion Tours in London, where she offers private half day and full day tours to take you around to those beautiful, high-end boutique stores to show you the fashion that London has to offer while also teaching you about fabrics, not to be intimidated by each of these stores, and coming out learning something new about yourself.Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Cindy's story and what led her to start her own tourism businessHow long each of her experiences last for in regards to the half-day and full-day toursThe top fashion stores to visit in LondonTop questions to ask when researching a sustainable, eco-friendly brandThe most sustainable fabric to wear? Listen on 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
Dec 10, 2021 • 41min
Whisking You Away Through the Magical Parts of Sicily | Isola di Persefone
Sicily is typically known for being the "toe" of Italy's "boot." Even though it is the toe or ball of Italy, Sicily has so much to offer for tourists who are looking to explore a new place.On this episode, I introduce you to my guest, Irene Matranga, where she is one of the founders of Isola di Persefone. Irene and her colleagues are spread out throughout Sicily so you'll never need to be alone when exploring this beautiful Island. Each of her colleagues are experts in their location and specialize in guiding families and couples, but open to anyone who is interested in private tours where they show you the best parts of Sicily.Some highlights we talk about in this episode:Learn more about Irene's story and the start of Isola di Persefone with her friendsWhat types of tours they offers and who they are specifically for Where each of the tour guides are located in SicilyThe types of unique experiences Sicily has to offerFind out about some hidden gems for food places to visit and explore in Sicily_________________________________________________________TRANSCRIPT is 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
Dec 3, 2021 • 39min
Creating Outdoor Experiences to Keep You Engaged, Intrigued, and Interested | Vamos O Que Tour
Would you ever consider going to Oaxaca? The home of mole and great tequila? Or the old town to walk around? Or even walking in nature to appreciate the outdoors?On this episode, I introduce you to my guest, Margaux Guiheneuc, where she has lived all over the world and settled into Oaxaca to create her own tourism business called Vamos O Que Tours. She offers a variety of tours, from walking, hiking, bird watching, and creating art in the old villages. With her expertise in the tourism space, she is able to provide unique experiences that are great for anyone who is interested in going to Oaxaca!Some highlights we talk about in the episode:Learn more about Margo's story and what led her to move to Oaxaca and start her businessThe variety of tours that she has to offer for people who visit OaxacaThe best restaurants to try mole & mezcalWhat makes Oaxaca such a special and unique place to visit and exploreWhat do radishes and Christmas have in common? 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
