Educational Travel Experts 2025

With 25 years in the travel industry across Europe, I have recently started my own business as a travel consultant. Leveraging my experiences as a tour guide in France, Norway and the Benelux, as well as resort work in other countries, I now help plan itineraries for independent travelers to Europe,

A Creative Generalist and Learning Architect Building Learning ExperiencesI’m a T-shaped learning architect with 20 years in continuing education. I bridge the worlds of strategy, design, and education to craft impactful and engaging learner-centered experiences that support organizational goals. Over 25 years, I've built a multifaceted career spanning teaching, instructional design, educational technology, and marketing-communications.At Emory University and Southern Methodist University, I designed and taught 85 courses, 31 workshops, and 14 programs that integrated technology and education. My focus in e-learning is blended or hybrid learning for multigenerational students. I create personalized, flexible learning environments that foster growth, inspire curiosity, and support lifelong learning. As a digital learning coordinator and instructional technologist, I leverage platforms like Canvas, Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, and Adobe Creative Cloud to make complex ideas accessible in digital and physical spaces.Before academia, I was a location agent for major feature films and documentaries. In this role, I secured record-breaking contracts and laid the groundwork for on-location film standards nationwide.As the founder of Studio-MZ, I balance my creative work with my love for exploration as a digital nomad. Whether I’m designing curriculum, mentoring students, or capturing stories through writing and photography, I’m driven by a passion for lifelong learning and creative problem-solving.

Karl Fruecht is a seasoned executive leader who strategically focuses on sales, marketing, technology, and operations. Over his 30-plus-year career, he has successfully overseen the growth and prosperity of diverse markets, business units, and divisions across the Americas. Karl excels in leading and empowering teams, fostering strong team cultures, prioritizing customer needs, and nurturing future leadership talent. His approach is centered around a customer-first mindset, delivering targeted solutions that address business challenges and drive positive outcomes.Karl is the Co-Founder of Uncharted Learning, which provides students with authentic entrepreneurial education. He’s also the Founder of The Dash to Cure Diabetes, a Supporting Board Member of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and has served on multiple non-profit and community boards.

Daniel Kyong is a founding partner of Educo. A Princeton University graduate with perfect ACT and SAT scores, he brings over a decade of experience in test preparation and college admissions. Before Educo, Daniel worked with leading test prep companies like PrepScholar and Cardinal Education. At Educo, he leads curriculum design, tutor development, and student mentorship, building high-impact learning systems that deliver real, measurable results. Together, Daniel and Educo are on a mission to raise the standard of education, offering families the hospitality, transparency, and results they deserve.

As the Senior Travel Writer and Content Marketer at Zicasso, I leverage my MFA in Creative Writing and over 10 years of experience in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry to create engaging and informative content that connects travelers with authentic and personalized experiences. I have established hundreds of articles, sample itineraries, bulletins, emails, blogs, and social media posts that showcase the diversity and richness of global destinations and cultures, while also developing and implementing SEO and advertising strategies that drive traffic and conversions. I manage and mentor a team of writers, researchers, and editors, and collaborate with travel partners and stakeholders to ensure quality and consistency across all platforms and channels. My passion is to build connection and trust through storytelling, and to inspire others to explore the world with curiosity and wonder.

Hey, I'm Albert! After 10 years of digital marketing and analytics work, I took a break! My sabbatical was a great way to relax and reset. Now, I help other people do the same through my writing and consulting. If you're thinking about taking a sabbatical, currently taking a sabbatical, or have taken a sabbatical in the past, I'd love to talk. Learn more or connect with me at albertwavering.com

Experienced educator and executive with a demonstrated history of success in private education management. Skilled in Organizational Management, Coaching, College Admissions Prep, Curriculum Development, and Market Research. Strong professional with a MA from Yale University.

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.

I am a successful self-funded searcher and today am CEO of Affinity Travel Co (corporate offsites, alumni, and educational travel) and Women Travel Abroad (boutique women's group trips around the globe). My first job out of college was at a travel company in Morocco, starting its group travel division. I believe that group travel is a powerful way to create community and intercultural exchange globally. Today, I'm so excited to have returned to the travel industry and be able to continue to help others see the world and learn about themselves along the way. Prior to searching and acquiring these travel businesses, I was a private equity operating executive, running an MSP on behalf of Evergreen growing adj EBTIDA 30% YoY. I have a MBA from Duke University and a BS in International Relations from Georgetown University.

Experienced Technical Lead with a demonstrated history of working in both the Classroom/Technology Lab and Education Management industry. Skilled in Digital Storytelling, Classroom Instruction, Classroom Management, Multimedia, and Educational Technology. Strong engineering professional with a Master of Education (M.Ed.) focused in Educational Administration and Supervision from Lipscomb University and a National Board Certified Teacher (Middle Childhood Generalist) and Facilitator.Kari Luecke

Maina is a tourism professional with extensive experience working at eminent East African brands such as Elewana Collection, Soroi Collection and Angama. She has a love for storytelling, and for the behind-the-scenes intersections where travel, conservation, and relationships converge.

I’m an archaeologist turned tour guide, travel leader, and Founder of Merakiva Travel. For over 10 years, I traveled the world as an archaeologist, excavating ancient sites in countries like Spain, Lebanon, and Iraq. After finishing my PhD, I moved into the corporate world. In that time, I worked in marketing, product development, and strategy. That life wasn't for me so I started a tour and travel company. In it, we lead trips around the world for small groups and organize trips for independent travelers. Plus, I run Always Sunny Tour out of it. Always Sunny Tour is the only tour in the world dedicated exclusively to visiting sites from the cult-favorite show, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Now, I also post on YouTube, slowly building up an audience of people interested in archaeology and travel. I'm a storyteller who loves people (and talks to tourists on a near daily basis).

Product Owner des dashboards Sales & Marketing chez Stellantis

Experienced Director Of Distance Learning with a demonstrated history of working in the primary/secondary education industry. Skilled in Data Analysis, Writing, Teaching, Higher Education, and Curriculum Development. Strong education professional with a Doctor of Education - EdD focused in Curriculum and Instruction from Capella University.

I am an empathetic listener who supports others to see possibilities and shape ideas that can solve challenging problems and achieve meaningful outcomes, especially on behalf of people. Currently, I apply this by training, coaching, and supporting teams of educators around systems, evidence-based practice for students with disabilities, behavior, and social-emotional well-being. I maintain a close relationship with the academic community both to maintain a strong understanding of the current evidence base and to contribute to learning and thought in my field.

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.

Study Abroad and Education Counselling Expert with 7+ yrs of experience in Study Abroad, Overseas Education, Profile Building, Resume Writing, Visa Applications. Alongside I have been a trainer for Stduents and professional on using LinkedIn for Business, Jobs and Career growth. NC Jain Scholar ; Full Scholarship holder till PhD

I am an online entrepreneur, author, and travel scholar specializing in high-end travel, cultural exploration, and local destination experiences. As the founder of Paradize.life, a travel website dedicated to collecting luxury destination knowledge, I am an expert in helping travelers find unique experiences, local secrets, and personalized itineraries across Europe, Asia, and beyond. My area of expertise is deep travel research and writing, where I track future trends, review top destinations, and create content to inform and motivate modern travelers. Although I have not visited each country personally, my strength is transforming in-depth research into clear, informative, and SEO-optimized content connecting travelers with luxury services, from private jet charters to luxury resorts and unique tours.

Skilled in leadership, management, problem solving, and creation of meaningful learning.