On this week's episode: Jessop and Laura's latest travel musings and updates.
Hello! Tours "Holiday by Post" Subscription | Teaser Video Here!
The Mysterious Monolith & Monolith Tracking
Changi Airport Jewel Glamp-cation
Laura's YouTube Channel - Konnichiwa!
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On this week's episode: We have a cafe discussion with Lauren Shannon, General Manager of Arigato Food Tours in Japan and talk about her journey as a travel professional as well as some of the innovations they're implementing with online experiences.
https://arigatojapan.co.jp/
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Much like travel, Laura and Jessop suddenly disappeared for a few weeks.
This week, we find out what they've been up to, domestic Japan travel updates, Halloween, and fixing up abandoned houses in the Japanese countryside.
References from the show:
Jessop's Ireland Japan Movie showing in the US November 18th (19th in Japan)
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On this week's episode: Find out how a family with 2 children traveled the world, non-stop, for 6 years!
Special Guest: Jason Jenkins
Check out An Epic Education here!
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On this week's episode: We talk about finding the spark that we all had as a child and how it fuels our craving for travel.
FEATURING:
Safe Travel Barometer: https://safetravelbarometer.com/
Fresh Prince of Bel Air House for Rent: Airbnb Rental
Questo App: https://www.questoapp.com/
Akiya & Inaka: https://www.akiyainaka.com/
Jessop's Cabin in Yuzawa: Airbnb Cabin
Travel Again - Like a Child: Article Here
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On this week's episode: Robert talks about life as a travel professional, the impact of photography on destinations, and tips for tour operators.
This is a continuation from Part 1, where he talked about his career journey as well as his ideal night out in Tokyo.
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Also supported by Monolith Communications. Thank you!
#WhereDidTravelGo
On this week's episode: SPECIAL GUEST - ROBERT MICHAEL POOLE; WRITER, PHOTOGRAPHER AND SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER.
He’s also the former Chief Editor for CNN Travel in Japan and currently runs a small boutique social media agency in Tokyo called “Plus Alpha”.
This week, Laura and I welcome Robert to the podcast and talk about his road to being a professional travel journalist. As well as some ridiculous accommodation options in Japan!
REFERENCES:
Robert's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertmichaelpoole/?hl=en
Free Accommodation in Tokyo: Read more.
Stay the Night Live Stream Accommodation: Check it out!
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On this week's episode: After 1 month of podcasting, what have we learned and where are we going with this podcast?
Special thanks - to Monolith Communications for your support! https://vimeo.com/discoverworldwide/ep5monolith
FEATURED CONTENT:
Sunrise DJing from Hot Air Balloon. Watch here!
Tom Cruise renting cruise ships in Norway.
Climbing the Monolith. Read more.
Where is Ibaraki, Japan? Find out!
On this week's episode: Former TripAdvisor VP of Technology and current "Chief Nerd" at Tourism Solved and non-executive Director at Flotepace, joins Jessop and Laura to discuss life in a world without travel.
Special thanks - to Monolith Communications for your support! https://vimeo.com/discoverworldwide/ep5monolith
Make sure to stick around at the end for some amusing bonus content - microphone testing! (MUST LISTEN)
HIGHLIGHTS:
0:40 - New sponsor, Monolith APAC Multimedia Solutions
4:35 - "Earth Celebration" by KODO on Sado Island
7:20 - Chocolate Winter in Switzerland (Lindt Chocolaterie)
8:35 - Airbnb is back! Brian Chesky a man of his word
10:40 - IKEA Group with #IKEAVacations in a box.
13:53 - Hello! Tours Awards from Tripadvisor
18:00 - Featured Guest - Jeff Lewis
21:23 - Sailing during COVID (fascinating insights)
27: 56 - What is TripAdvisor and benefits to customers.
31:09 - Who is TourismSolved
35:00 - Viator's growth
35:20 - Flotespace, fun on the water!
37:05 - "Play NZ" Campaign by Tourism New Zealand
45:12 - Jeff’s trip to Antarctica
44:43 - Qantas flights to Antarctica
49:44 - Meeting with Ninja Food Tours
50:13 - DreamDrive
52:36 - BONUS CONTENT > Microphone Testing Out-takes
RESOURCES: RESOURCES:
Hello! Tours Corona Diaries & Awards - Read more here.
Sado Island & KODO host Earth Celebration Online - Watch the 3-day event again here!
IKEA "Vacations in a Box - All you need is a little imagination.
Chocolate Snow in Switzerland - Find out about this crazy phenomenon.
AirBNB Making Headlines - See what's shaking here.
Make sure to stick around at the end for some amusing bonus content - microphone testing! (MUST LISTEN)
On this week's episode: Jessop talks about 5 people who are impacting the travel industry through technology and creativity.
Special Guests - Andrew Torrisi, Sammy Levin, and Justin Copenhaver
Read about the 5 featured innovators here:
https://medium.com/@JPetroski/technology-travel-industry-people-bc0e8803bcbc
