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.

Christina Gales is a luxury travel advisor and founder of Christina Gales Travel, a boutique travel consultancy specializing in European itineraries, Caribbean escapes, elevated family travel, milestone celebrations, and luxury ocean and river cruises. A Fora and Virtuoso-affiliated advisor based outside Chicago, Christina has planned hundreds of trips across 20+ countries and serves over 100 clients nationwide. With extensive destination training across Europe, the Caribbean, Iceland, Hawaii, and Mexico—plus specialist certifications in luxury travel, cruise planning, and ecotourism—she brings both breadth and depth to every journey. Her preferred status with 8,500+ hotels, resorts, and cruise lines globally allows her to secure exclusive perks and VIP experiences for clients. As both a travel professional and mother of five, Christina is frequently sought after for her expertise in family travel strategy, multi-generational trip design, and making luxury travel approachable for real families. She speaks regularly on European travel planning, destination trends, the psychology of travel, and the shift toward meaningful, purpose-driven travel experiences. Her itineraries favor local culture, boutique hospitality, and personalized experiences over mass-market tourism. Known for her warm, collaborative approach and concierge-level support, Christina helps travelers feel confident, connected, and inspired—from dream to departure to memories that last a lifetime

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.

Brian Eufinger is the President of Atlanta-based Edison Prep, a standardized test and academic tutoring company that assists high schoolers from 30+ states and 10+ nations each year. He has personally tutored over 14,000 students for a combined 37,000+ hours on the SAT, PSAT, and ACT over the past two decades. A founding board member of the National Test Prep Association, he is frequently invited by school districts across the Southeast to lead out-of-state ACT bootcamps. He still takes the actual exams each year alongside high schoolers, earning top 0.5% scores and five perfect scores. Brian is passionate about tracking test-optional admissions data and sharing strategies for reducing college costs through merit aid and scholarships. He regularly speaks on test prep, college admissions, and scholarships at PTSA meetings, webinars, education podcasts, and national education conferences. Check out a sample of his info sessions here: https://youtu.be/2pFEHp6fJ7k?si=Ye16lTJVp7iRd64l Under his leadership, Edison Prep has grown to a team of 30 full-time tutors that assist over 3,000 students per year. Brian is also the creator of www.meritaidgrids.com, a free national scholarship database that catalogues automatic college scholarships based upon GPA and test scores. For a sampling of articles and podcasts, check out www.edisonprep.com/press/ .

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

Eileen Chin is a passionate English Tutor and Creative Writing Specialist at Write Edge Learning Centre, Singapore's leading specialist in English and Writing enrichment for primary and secondary students. With over 8 years of experience coaching young learners, Eileen excels at transforming reluctant writers into confident storytellers using technique-driven methods aligned with the latest MOE syllabus. At Write Edge, she teaches in intimate classes of just 8 students, providing prompt, personalised feedback that has helped 75% of students achieve AL1-4 in PSLE English over the past 5 years. Eileen specialises in Primary Creative Writing and English Enrichment programmes, empowering children to master comprehension, vocabulary, and exam strategies while unleashing their creativity. Having taught more than 500 students across Write Edge's branches (including Punggol Central and Great World) and online classes, Eileen is dedicated to making English mastery fun and achievable. She's available for expert commentary on topics like building writing confidence in kids, PSLE/O-Level preparation tips, creative writing techniques for young learners, and the benefits of small-class tutoring. Eileen is excited to contribute actionable insights to education, parenting, and EdTech publications. Contact her for quotes, tips, or guest contributions!

Alex Boylan is the creator, executive producer, and host of the hit Amazon Prime series The College Tour. With 16 seasons and over 200 episodes, few people know higher education better than Alex Boylan. He has become the go-to resource for colleges and universities nationwide. In addition to the TV series, Alex has interviewed more than 100 college presidents for Coffee with College Presidents and hosted additional educational series including Ask Admissions, Navigating Financial Aid, Inside Athletics, and more. Alex is also the author of The Miles That Make You, an inspiring and practical guide that helps college students navigate the transition from campus life to career success. The book has quickly become a go-to resource for students seeking motivation, clarity, and purpose as they begin their professional journeys. His expertise and passion for education have earned him national recognition as a leading voice in the field, including being named one of EdTech Magazine’s Top 30 Higher Education IT Influencers to Follow in 2022. Alex’s relentless energy and insatiable curiosity continue to captivate audiences around the world.

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).

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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.

China Travel Expert & Cultural Insider Experience at crafting immersive journeys across China, I specialize in unveiling authentic stories behind this vast nation. From ancient Silk Road cities of Xinjiang to misty rice terraces of Guilin, I help travelers and media navigate China's cultural treasures beyond the typical tourist trail. As a bilingual China travel specialist, I offer insider perspectives on: Emerging destinations and hidden gems across China's diverse regions Cultural etiquette, local traditions, and cross-cultural insights Sustainable and responsible tourism in sensitive areas Silk Road history and its modern-day significance Regional cuisine, from Uyghur pilaf to Sichuan hotpot Navigating China's evolving travel regulations Off-the-beaten-path adventures for discerning travelers I work with journalists, travel writers, and content creators seeking authentic China stories beyond the headlines. Whether you need expert commentary on travel trends, destination features, or cultural insights, I provide nuanced perspectives rooted in firsthand experience and deep local connections. Available for interviews, podcast appearances, article contributions, and expert commentary on China travel and culture. Martina

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.