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Trekking guide and Travel, Tour Operator at Nepal Gateway Trekking Pvt. Ltd.
I am a trekking Guide and adventure traveller from Nepal. I have been Handling Adventure Trekking, Expeditions, cultural, and Wildlife Tours in Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan since 2006. I love showing new people new places and giving them experiences they'll never forget. I have several past and current clients recommending me and my team, whom you can contact directly. This is, in fact, our best advertisement. Now I am working with smaller and more private groups through this. I love to travel around the world and share my experiences.
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Founder at Idea Mountain
Building better ways to travel light. Pack less, pack smarter, leave less of a footprint. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=atR-9wzm-aY&t https://ideamountain.com/
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Travel Blogger at Travel Geekery
I'm a travel blogger based in Prague, with expert insider knowledge on Prague and Czech Republic travel. I dabble in online marketing and write for my own travel blog, TravelGeekery.com, which I founded in 2014, as well as for other outlets. My work has appeared in Lonely Planet, and I authored the full Prague section in The Secret Cities, a book highlighting hidden corners of major world destinations. My travel writing has also been published by outlets such as AOL, Yahoo, and The Daily Gazette. As a Prague local, I share insider knowledge that goes beyond guidebooks, while my travels across Europe and beyond give me a broad perspective on culture, food, and unforgettable places.
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Travel Expert at Top World Rank
I’m a travel enthusiast and expert, passionate about exploring new destinations and sharing what I discover. I write travel articles, create destination rankings, and provide tips and insights to help travelers make the most of their trips—or simply for the joy and curiosity of learning about new places. I love turning my experiences and research into content that’s useful, fun, and easy to read for both readers and publishers.
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Founder at Monkeys and Mountains Hiking & Adventure Travel
Laurel is the founder of Monkeys and Mountains Adventure Travel, named after the two things she loves most. She started it as an adventure travel blog 10 years ago and for the past several years has focused on offering primate tours in Madagascar and hiking tours in Europe. In addition, Laurel has a marketing background and shares her passion for digital marketing by offering digital marketing consulting to tour operators and travel companies. She’s been featured in high profile publications including National Geographic, BBC Travel, The Guardian and The Telegraph. Laurel’s a sought after speaker having spoken at ITB Berlin (3 times), WTM London, WTM Dubai, NBE Finland, TBEX Athens, TBC Asia Colombo and the Romanian Digital Travel Conference. TravelMassive recently included her in their “100 Inspiring Women Travel Founders” list. When not hard at work, you’ll find her volunteering with monkeys or hiking in the Alps.
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Budget Travel Enthusiast & Guide at Tripping Eagle
Travel is my way of life, and I’m passionate about helping others explore the world effortlessly. Through Tripping Eagle, I share tips, resources, and inspiration for every kind of budget traveler. With insights from my global travels, my goal is to make your journeys affordable, memorable, enriching, and tailored to your style.
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Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Nepal Hiking Team at Nepal Hiking Team
I’m Balaram Thapa, the founder and CEO of Nepal Hiking Team, a leading agency offering trekking and adventure tours across Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. With over 20 years of hands-on experience in the tourism industry, I specialize in designing safe, culturally rich, and memorable trekking experiences in the Himalayas. My journey began as a trekking porter and evolved into leading one of Nepal’s most trusted adventure companies. This deep field experience—combined with a strong commitment to sustainable travel—gives me a unique perspective on high-altitude trekking, traveler safety, and authentic Himalayan exploration.
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Founder at Backpacker Job Board NZ
Founder of Five Bees Media.Backpacker Job Board:https://www.backpackerjobboard.com.au/https://www.backpackerjobboard.co.nz/Student Job Boardhttps://www.studentjobboard.com.au/Grapevine Jobshttps://www.grapevinejobs.com.au/seojobs.auhttps://seojobs.au/
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Travel Advisor & Senior Editor at Easy World Travels
As a Program Manager at SEEK, I manage the delivery of strategic programs for SEEK's AI platforms and services group, which aims to create a seamless and personalised experience for candidates and hirers across the Asia Pacific. I have over 10 years of experience in leading and executing complex technology projects across various industries, including government, higher education, and the private sector. I am passionate about solving seemingly impossible problems with creative and innovative solutions, leveraging my skills in leadership, strategy, business process optimisation, and IT project delivery. I have a Master of Technology in Computer Software Engineering and a Bachelor of Music in Performance. I am also a certified MSP Practitioner, ITIL certified and a certified mentor. I enjoy collaborating with diverse and talented teams, and contributing to SEEK's mission of helping people live more fulfilling and productive working lives.
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Travel Blogger at Sojourns With Sue
Sue Calvert is the founder of Sojourns With Sue, a travel blog and YouTube channel inspiring women over 50 to embrace solo travel with confidence, humor, and curiosity. She covers solo adventures across Europe and the U.S., with a special love for big-city energy and the charm of small-town escapes. By blending safety advice, practical tips, and a touch of wit, Sue helps midlife women discover destinations, hotels, and strategies that make traveling alone not only doable but deeply rewarding.
Entrepreneur at TravelingWiz
Experienced business development leader for startups and international corporates, focusing on technology and innovation, with extensive experience taking projects from idea to product. I have a passion for technology and business innovation and methodologies, and find the challenge of innovation process fascinating and believe it's the basis for every company's survival in today's business environment.
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Travel Content Creator & Blogger at Jen on the Run
I am a creative professional with expertise in copywriting, blogging, social media, and freelance journalism. I am a passionate storyteller. Whether I'm working with brands or reporting on a story, I love sharing and inspiring people to think, feel, or act. As a copywriter, it's my mission to build loyalty, trust and an emotional connection with each unique audience I'm writing for. I've worked with brands to help define their unique mission, values, and voice.As a blogger and journalist, I write about travel, food, and design. I love exploring stories that celebrate culture and enrich readers' lives.Questions? Contact me on LinkedIn or send me an email at jen@velvetleafcreative.com.www.velvetleafcreative.com
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Co-founder & CEO at BookOutdoors
Life-long entrepreneur with a passion for building beautifully-designed products that delight customers. Optimist at heart.Formerly the co-founder & CEO of BookOutdoors (acquired by Hipcamp) and the co-founder & CEO of Sellbrite (acquired by GoDaddy).Previously, founded online retailer Top Bargains, and was a key player at CPO Commerce, an online retailer in the IR500 and Inc. 500, as the Director of Marketing and Director of Strategic Initiatives. Was head of product at Fan Appz, a social media marketing platform, co-founded Suspect Clothing, a menswear apparel company, was Technical Project Manager at Move.com (formally Homestore.com), co-founded FluxOne, a web development firm specializing in digital online video, and was consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Received my Bachelor’s degree from the Marshall School of Business at USC. #FightOnProud member of the Academy of Magical Arts at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, CA.
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Travel Enthusiast at LisboaVibes
I'm Phillip, and I'm a marketing consultant focused on SEO. I've been a digital nomad traveling around Europe, mainly in Lisbon and Portugal. I fell in love with the city and the country, which made me start a website to share all my knowledge and let other people have a fantastic time in Lisbon. Toda,y I live in Denmark, visit Lisbon multiple times a year, and help my amazing clients grow organically on Google and through email marketing.
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Founder at Cape Trek
SEO and content marketing expert with over 14 years of experience in the industry Currently building a portfolio of digital assets in affiliate marketing, lead generation, niche content and video
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Travel Blogger at Passport Pilgrimage
Travel Blogger at Planet of Adventures
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Travel blogger / ex-BCG consultant at Carryoner
I am a management consulting associate at the Boston Consulting Group who enjoys solving problems with creativity and positive energy! Thus far, I have brought value to clients in three industries: consumer & retail, industrial goods, and non-profit.My academic background is in Architectural Engineering, a degree that allowed me to express creativity within the not-so-reasonable boundaries of Newton's Laws and building codes. Additionally, while at the University, I participated in student competitions to explore three personal interests: real estate, artificial intelligence, and photography.My hobby is traveling the world and communicating with as many people as possible. So far, I speak 5 different languages and have visited 40 countries.
Travel writer at BritAdventures.com
I am an ex travel agent who has worked in the travel industry for over 11 years, with an overlap into travel writing for the past 5 years. Focusing on solo, female travel through a decade of gap years and working holiday visas, I help people plan their own trip of a lifetime.
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Founder + CEO at altCamp
Adam Bosch is the founder and CEO of altCamp, North America's leading campervan rental marketplace. Under his leadership, altCamp grew from a boutique fleet of luxury campervans in Southern California to a national platform featuring over +1,000 vehicles. Adam has led altCamp through strategic partnerships with brands like Hurley, Outdoorsy, and SUPER73, as well as high-profile collaborations with professional athletes, social media influencers, and podcasters. His efforts have not only boosted altCamp’s visibility but positioned it as a category-defining brand in the outdoor travel space. He’s passionate about making road travel more accessible and believes campervans should offer more than transportation: they should inspire unforgettable experiences. He brings deep expertise in the RV, camping, hospitality, and outdoor industries.
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