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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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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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Co-Founder at Unique NOLA Tours
I build things from scratch. I get things done.
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Founder at Little Lost Travel
Car-free & Scotland outdoor travel expert Founder of Little Lost Travel, a go-to resource for car-free and sustainable outdoor travel in Scotland with 20,000+ monthly readers. With over a decade exploring Scotland’s outdoors, I share practical advice on train journeys, accessible walks, and ethical wildlife experiences. My goal is to inspire deeper connections with nature and encourage responsible travel that safeguards Scotland’s landscapes and wildlife.
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Chief Tour Guide at Always Sunny Tour
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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Founder at GermanPedia
I’m Ankit Goyal, founder of GermanPedia, a platform built to help expats settle in Germany with confidence. I specialise in simplifying German bureaucracy, housing, taxes, and everyday life topics. My work centres on making reliable, practical information accessible for people moving to or living in Germany.
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Travel Writer at Wacky Travel
Howdy! I'm Joey, a freelance writer, content strategist, and podcaster with 10+ years of experience. I write compelling stories for cloud and finserv, HR, home, and travel companies. With my background in PR and marketing, I can hone in on your brand's strengths. I'm also a strong interviewer and ghostwriter and love helping executives build their personal voice.Looking to bring in more business? I'll partner with you on a content and SEO strategy that delivers what potential customers are looking for — then we'll action the heck out of it.Got a mountain of data or a lengthy webinar to sift through? I'll turn it into easily digestible content with strong data analysis and research.Need the perfect voice for that social media video to go viral? I'll use my professional home studio to bring your brand to life. You're doing great work. Let's make sure the world knows about it. Get in touch: jaheld24@gmail.com.
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World Traveler (38 Countries) & FORA Travel Advisor at See The Pyramids
Hannah Snyder Wernecke is a Partner at Snyder Funeral Homes, Ohio’s largest family-owned funeral group, and a fourth-generation funeral director who has written thousands of obituaries published nationwide. She helps families across Ohio through life’s hardest moments while also leading the firm’s digital strategy and brand innovation. Outside of funeral service, Hannah is a world traveler (38 countries, all Seven Wonders), keeps a digital scrapbook at SeeThePyramids.org, co-creates the musical duo Vin Fiz (streaming everywhere), and co-founded the history-inspired apparel brand GhostedbyHistory.com (👻⏳🪡). Hannah speaks Spanish, ranks among the top 10% of Unsplash contributors for her travel photography, and is proudly married to Dantan Wernecke—a historian, French and Farsi linguist, and superb home chef. Her favorite film is Clue—because life rarely has just one ending.
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Certified Pro Travel Advisor, Founder at Christina Gales Travel
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
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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.
Travel Consultant at self-emlpoyed
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,
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Cycling expert at Cycling Thread
I am a cycling tourist, blogger, journalist, author in National Geographic Traveler, speaker at tourism fairs and travel festivals. Everything I do is related to cycling tourism. I pay a lot of attention to road cycling infrastructure.
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Travel Writer at The Middle Age Wanderer
I have a role as a senior Risk and Assurance Advisor at Wesley Mission Queensland. I have been a Forensic Accountant with over 25 years experience in litigation support, fraud investigation, fraud risk assessments and criminal defence. I have a special interest in preventing fraud in Not-for-Profit organisations.
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Founder at Terra Voyage
I’m founder of Terra Voyage Pro Club — the first and only Europe-focused B2B travel platform that combines professional training, white-label itineraries, and visa expertise for travel advisors and agencies. My career in global travel and hospitality spans over 25 years. I’ve represented luxury hotel chains across Europe — including Leading Hotels of the World and Small Luxury Hotels — and promoted boutique properties to top tour operators. I’ve built direct partnerships with hoteliers and DMCs in Italy, France, Spain, and Switzerland, and represented the partner of Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises in Europe and the US. Today, through Terra Voyage Pro Club, I help travel professionals sell Europe with structure, confidence, and storytelling — turning expertise and clarity into their strongest business advantage.
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Founder & Lead Guide at Kernow Coasteering
Matt George is the founder and lead guide of Kernow Coasteering, one of Cornwall’s longest-running adventure activity providers. He specialises in coasteering, sea-level exploration, and coastal safety, combining extensive hands-on experience with a deep understanding of the Cornish coastline. Matt regularly guides people through sea caves, cliffs, and tidal zones, and offers expert insight on outdoor adventure, ocean conditions, and risk management in coastal environments. He also leads Project Cornwall, an ongoing personal mission to explore the entire Cornish coastline from the water, documenting its hidden sea caves, arches, and wild coastal features.
Travel Expert and Research at Paradise
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.
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Sabbatical Guide at Albert Wavering
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
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Writer at Oahu Travel Secrets
Proven marketing and communications expert excelling in strategic marketing strategy with companies of all sizes for a diversified client list. I am passionate about bringing a positive energy and outlook to digital marketing strategies and SEO while communicating professionally with my target audiences.
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Founder & Family Travel Expert at Vámonos Together at Vamonos Together
Joelyz Linkous is a biologist, writer, and founder of Vámonos Together, a travel platform dedicated to helping families explore the world in meaningful and sustainable ways. As a military spouse and mom of three, she brings a unique perspective on navigating travel logistics, eco-conscious planning, and cultural immersion with children. Her expertise has been shaped by both her scientific background and hands-on family travel experiences across North America and beyond.
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 guidebook authors offer a distinct perspective shaped by their comprehensive, on-the-ground research and continuous updates of destinations. Unlike casual travelers or influencers, they spend extended periods immersing themselves in locations, uncovering hidden gems, and verifying information firsthand. This rigorous approach results in deep, nuanced knowledge of a place's history, culture, and practical aspects. Guidebook authors are skilled at distilling complex information into concise, useful advice for various traveler types. Their expertise combines storytelling with factual accuracy, making them invaluable resources for both inspirational and practical travel content.
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Travel guidebook authors are versatile experts who can offer insights on a wide range of topics. These include destination highlights, off-the-beaten-path attractions, local customs and etiquette, budget travel tips, sustainable tourism practices, and seasonal travel recommendations. They can also provide commentary on travel trends, cultural experiences, food and cuisine, accommodation options, transportation methods, and practical advice for various types of travelers. Their expertise spans from city guides to outdoor adventures, making them valuable resources for diverse travel content.