Unplug In Paradise: The Podcast: Recent Episodes
Stephanie Myers
This is a podcast dedicated to encouraging travel agents to step outside of their comfort zone and in to their travel business, create authority within their niche and show up online as their true, authentic self. It's a show that brings you tips, motivation, mindset, practical advice mixed with a little classroom training. Hit subscribe now and let's get into it.
[VIDEO EPISODE] In this episode, podcast host, Stephanie Myers interviews Nicole O'Sullivan from Birds Eye View Consulting, a veteran in the travel industry. Nicole shares her journey in the industry, from her early travels to working in a travel agency and eventually moving to the United States. She talks about the importance of building connections with customers and providing personalised service. Nicole also discusses the challenges of the digital age and the need for travel agents to adapt and stand out in the industry. The conversation explores the importance of vetting referrals, knowing when to pass them on to someone else and emphasises the need to have a network of supportive people in the industry and the importance of setting boundaries. We also compare the travel industry in Australia and the United States, highlighting the adventurous spirit of Australians and the emphasis on destination knowledge.We are thrilled to be hosting Nicole O'Sullivan at this years Travel Trend Summit on the Gold Coast 2024. If you want to learn more or to grab your tickets, head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend Tickets are strictly limited. See you there! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message
In this episode, Stephanie Myers discusses the importance of making investments in ourselves and our travel businesses.
She highlights the negative effects of not honouring ourselves and the slippery slope of giving away personal power.
Stephanie emphasises the need to back ourselves and build confidence, and she explores the nature vs. nurture aspect of confidence.
She also provides insights into choosing the right investments and the value of investing in growth and transformation.
Stephanie shares personal benefits of investing in ourselves and the opportunities and connections that can arise from it.I also dive into the reasons why investing in yourself is more than just a nuance when running a business - it's a necessity.
To learn more about our upcoming Travel Trend Summit event on the Gold Coast in May 2024, please head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to grab your tickets now.
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[VIDEO EPISODE] In this episode, Stephanie Myers discusses the concept of tall poppy syndrome (TPS) and its impact on business owners, particularly in the travel industry.
She shares her personal experiences with TPS and highlights the subtle signs to look out for, such as frequent undermining, lack of genuine support, and negative criticism.
Stephanie emphasizes the importance of handling TPS situations with grace, professionalism, and self-respect.
She provides tips on when to ignore TPS comments and when to respond, encouraging business owners to stay focused on their goals and values.
Are you a digitally savvy or aspiring travel business owner wanting to shake things up in 2024? Then you need to join us for the Travel Trend Summit on the Gold Coast in May.
Travel Trend is the ultimate ONE-DAY live event that is hellbent on bridging the gap between our travel business owners and their untapped potential of successfully having a stand out travel brand and digital influence in the online world. Want more?
Head to stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend and grab your tickets now, trust me, this is not an event you want to miss. Be quick, spots are strictly limited.
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Join host Stephanie Myers as we take a tour through the friend & foe flower patch and pick out the ones who are actively going to help us grow, advance and excel in our business and who will cheer you on no matter what. Community is so important when it comes to being a solopreneur and we often spend so much time convincing in our inner circles just how good we are at our jobs right? Only for them to totally ghost us and turn their backs when we need the support the most. If this sounds like something you've (sadly) experienced before in your travel business journey, this is the perfect episode for you.
Want to build an irresistible online personal brand and digital influence in 2024? Get instant access to our free travel agent training where we uncover the 3 biggest mistakes we make in our industry when it comes to standing out in the digital space.
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Join podcast host, Stephanie Myers to chat about how the travel industry is at a crossroads, and the path to success lies in embracing the digital era and prioritising authenticity. Because, if you're a travel business owner and you're neglecting your online presence and relying on outdated marketing strategies, you are only hindering your business growth and nothing more. In a world where travellers seek unique and personalised experiences, travel advisors who build a strong online presence and present their true selves will thrive. It's time for the travel industry to evolve, adapt, and flourish in the online world.
Check out the free travel agent training to build your online personal brand and skyrocket your travel business, head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/masterclass and let's do this together!
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Join Steph and extra special guest, Anna Shannon from Travel Agent Finder, as we debrief the incredible magic that we all created at the Travel Trend Summit 2023 on the Gold Coast in May and find out about what's coming next for our industry. We're talking professional development, investing in tailored learning programs, events, mentorships and online platforms to grow your travel business into the digital era.
[FREE MASTERCLASS] Thursday 8th June I have a FREE LIVE masterclass which I show you exactly how to Create an irresistible Personal Brand That Skyrockets Your Travel Business and Positions YOU as the Authority in Your Niche - and I would love to invite you along - it's going to be a lot of FUN and a super exclusive interactive session with a Q&A and chance to WIN a spot inside of my mini course, My Social Suitcase, just for participating and showing you’re committed to the next level in your travel business.
This will also be your chance to join our mid-year cohort of Travel Agent Runway for 2023 and get your head start on thinking like a true entrepreneur, solidifying your digital marketing strategy and online presence. To register for the FREE LIVE Masterclass, head over to stephaniemyers.academy/masterclass and secure your spot now. See you there!
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[VIDEO EPISODE - Watch on Spotify] Join host Stephanie Myers as we are joined by Rebecca Flint, a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for design and branding. With over 20 years of experience owning small businesses in both design and fitness industries, she has a wealth of knowledge to offer. As a former Senior Community Manager at Canva and a brand design coach at rebeccaflint.com, she helps founders, entrepreneurs, and creators build visually impactful and authoritative brand identities that drive revenue and establish their presence in their niche markets. As a Canva Verified Expert and Creator, Rebecca leverages her expertise to enhance the impact of her clients' digital marketing assets.We are honoured to have Rebecca joining us on stage at the inaugural Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast in May 2023.Want the details? Head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to check out our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia on the 19th MAY 2023. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message
[VIDEO EPISODE] Join host Stephanie Myers & Mike Rubio from the Canva Talent Acquisition Team in episode #63 on the Unplug In Paradise podcast, as we chat about all things Canva, Video, AI, Social Media, Content Creation and discuss the challenges of being a business owner and what is truly going to help you stand out in the digital era.
Mike is also joining us as an expert speaker at our Travel Trend Summit happening on the Gold Coast on Friday 19th May 2023.
Want more? Head tohttps://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrendto join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia on the 19th MAY 2023. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed!
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It's easy to get lost in the small things we do in our travel business, that we totally forget about sharing the good things that happen. Join our host, Stephanie Myers to honour the power of small wins and her 5 reasons why celebrating the positive moments in business and sharing them online to your travel community is actually a good thing.
Want more? Head tohttps://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrendto join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia on the 19th MAY 2023. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed!
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Do you find yourself waiting for the perfect moment to take action in your business? Maybe you're waiting until you have more money, more time, or more resources. But the truth is, there's never a perfect time to start. Waiting for the perfect conditions can actually be detrimental to your success.
Join hostess, Stephanie Myers on this quick snappy episode on what to do instead of playing the never-ending waiting game before you take action. Want more? Head tohttps://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrendto join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia in MAY. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed!
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Join host as she welcomes her identical twin sister, Jade Myers, onto the show. Tune in as they both share their unique journey not only growing up together as twins, but how they identified themselves (and eachother) as a way to connect with family, employers and people in the community.
A highly exclusive episode, not to be missed.
Want more? Head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia in MAY. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed!
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Join our host, Stephanie Myers, as we chat about the 4 biggest vitals to creating a cohesive and happy-driven travel business.
If you're looking at bringing in more fun, happiness and high-energy into your business after feeling stuck, sad and lost for a time, this is the perfect episode for you!
Want more? Head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia in MAY. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed!
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Join Steph & special guest Kate Nutt, branding photographer with over 20+ years in the creative industry. Today we're chatting about all the things from confidence to purpose, from branding photography to collaborations, from Instagram filters, selfies Vs hero marketing images for your business - and literally everything in between. Kate is also joining us on stage at our Travel Trend Summit event on the Gold Coast in May 2023, so be sure to head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to check out the event details and grab your ticket.
We hope you enjoy the episode and would love to hear what your biggest takeaways were from our chat.
Want more? Head over to Instagram and hang out with Kate @katenuttphotography online.
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2023 is officially here and we are kicking off the year with something totally EPIC for you! Tune in to find out what the big news is about and I look forward to celebrating a brand new year with fresh BIG energy and inspiring you to take new action for yourself and your travel business. Tune in with your host, Stephanie Myers, and looking forward to hearing about your big goals you want to cross off you to-do list in 2023.
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The travel industry is very much in damage control - travel agents, suppliers and its representatives, are in a post traumatic growth period and nearing complete burn-out. Especially, when it comes to serving their clients, juggling expectations, but also attempting to honour themselves as businesses who have had it tough amongst other industries. Joining us on the show is Australian business woman, entrepreneur and high-performance business consultant, Leanne Hughes, who shines a light on the importance of building evangelism for your travel business and shares her own experiences as an avid traveller and travel consumer, of the opportunities we can harness right now to enhance our client interactions moving forward into the new travel movement.
Head to travelbystephanie.com.au/56 for the show-notes.
If you don’t yet have a digital marketing strategy in your travel business and wondering where to start, head over to the My Social Suitcase link in the show notes, which is my one-stop shop to getting your name up in light in the digital world and create an epic social media content strategy, packed with 'ready-to-go' templates that do all of the heavy lifting for you, so that you can grow your travel business and onboard brand new clients in just 7 days.
Head to stephaniemyers.academy/my-social-suitcase to get yours now!
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If you have ever wondered what life would be like as a digital nomad working and living overseas all while creating killer travel content and being paid to explore and document your experiences, join in the conversation with host, Stephanie Myers, joined by fellow content creator, Dana Brown of Wild Hearted World as we catch a glimpse of life as a digital nomad and chat over the logistics behind creating travel content that's engaging and serves your online community.
Head to travelbystephanie.com.au/55 for the show notes.
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Join us as we chat to our special guest, Jade Coulcher, from Shadow Kissed Travel on how she managed to fast-track and relaunch her travel business, become Australia's #1 Pop Culture Travel Specialist and do all of this while working a full time job outside of the industry. What is her secret? Tune in to find out - head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/54 for the show notes.
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If you’re a travel business owner, who constantly wonders just how much 'me' needs to go into my content strategy, without it feeling like 'Egocentric City' and if you’re chasing consistency on how you show up and find yourself questioning whether you've hit the sweet spot, this is the perfect episode for you! For more, check out the show notes https://travelbystephanie.com.au/53
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If you’re a travel agent who struggles with the tech side of your business and unsure which way is up when it comes to your digital marketing strategy - I have got news for you! You are not alone in this, in fact, this episode is packed full of perspective from loads of travel agent business owners who share their experiences with exactly this. But, what I can tell you is that you actually don’t have to be a tech genius to have a killer digital marketing strategy for your travel business. Join hostess, Stephanie Myers, and check out the latest show notes over at travelbystephanie.com.au/52 to learn more.
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If starting a YouTube channel has always been on the radar for your travel business but you’re never sure if you can actually pull it off, join us while we go behind the scenes with fellow travel agent and YouTuber, Adrian Tassone, from the highly successful YouTube channel - The Cruise & Travel Guy.
To find out more, head to travelbystephanie.com.au/51 for all the show notes.
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'I never have the time to post on social media so I usually don't bother', is by far the most popular phrase among travel agents when we're in our peak busy seasons. Join us on this weeks episode of Unplug In Paradise with our podcast hostess, Stephanie Myers, as we uncover the reasons why it's a vital part of your business growth to show up on social media and create engaging content, even when you're firing on all cylinders. Head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/50 to tune in and don't forget to subscribe on your fav podcast platform so you never miss an episode.
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If you’re a travel agent who loves to upskill, learn new things to take your business to the next level all while supporting your pals in the small business world, than this is the perfect episode for you! Head to https://travelbystephanie.com.au/49 for show notes.
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Ever wondered how you can create a travel business purely based on your passions in life? Well, this is the perfect episode for you! If you’re a lover of Disney, Kids and living the life of luxury when you travel with your family and want to know how to break into this niche market, then join myself and my special guest Michaela from La Petit Travel Agency as we embark on this magical journey and bring you with us!
For more, head over to https://travelbystephanie.com.au/48 for the episode show-notes.
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If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to be the number #1 Destination Wedding Expert, that it doesn’t matter where you travelled to in the South Pacific, everyone just knows you by name? Tune in as I am joined by Mandi Forrester-Jones, Travel Director of Viva Travel who shares with us exactly what it takes to be the guru in the wedding space. Head to https://travelbystephanie.com.au/47 for the shownotes.
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Join me as I quiz my business advisor, Clive Venning, from the Business Connect NSW Government Program, on how to stop winging it in my travel business and how I can start playing BIG, as we start moving into this brand new travel movement, post pandemic! Head to https://travelbystephanie.com.au/46 for all the show-notes.
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Yep! That's me! Ever wondered why I boarded the podcasting rollercoaster in 2019, WITHOUT having a DAMN clue on how to get started, or what I needed exactly to make it all happen and how on earth I finally ended up reaching the 5,000 download podcasting milestone? Tune in as our host, Stephanie Myers, shares her messy and dramatic experiences and lessons learnt to launching her first digital product into the world. Head to https://travelbystephanie.com.au/45 for the show notes.
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So psyched to be on the show chatting with my business pal, Alyce Greer, Director + Head Writer of Bossy. Copywriting, to nut out what travel agents need to do to leverage their personal brand with copy & creative writing. Why planning your copy to align with your content is the key to growing your online brand as well as your travel business to get that commish' in the bank! Head to the show-notes for full episode and details https://travelbystephanie.com.au/44
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Let’s talk about all things legal! Whether you’re a seasoned travel business owner or you’re ready and roaring to re-enter the industry, we’ve got you! Tune in as I am joined with special guest, Riz McDonald of Foundd Legal, while we go deep into the important things YOU need to know about protecting your biz and staying legally legit. Head to show notes https://travelbystephanie.com.au/43 for all the juicy details.
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Meet your travel agent response team, podcast host Steph is joined by our very own Travel Agents Mindset Coach Sue Barton as we carefully dissect the current issues impacting heavily on our travel agents pals and how to help get you back in the hot seat of your business and life.
Head to https://travelbystephanie.com.au/42 for the episode shownotes.
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If you’re a travel professional, you might be wondering how on earth you go about reviving your business brand now the world is slowly opening back up? Tune in to episode 41, as this week podcast host, Stephanie Myers, shares the ‘exactly-what-you-need-to-do’ strategy to rebuilding your travel brand and get you back on your dream clients radar. Head to https://travelbystephanie.com.au/41 for the show notes.
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We are all looking for those hacks that make our life easier right? But, sometimes the tech gets a little too overwhelming and you immediately give up and go back to doing what you've always done. Yes? Join our host, Stephanie Myers as she flies solo today to give you a behind the scenes peek into what apps, platforms and services she uses to streamline her travel business. Head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/40 for shownotes.
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Join us and our extra special guest, Sally Prosser - a very dynamic woman who is doing an amazing job with coaching people how to speak with more confidence, clarity and charisma. Sally is an absolute superstar on social media, as well as a viral sensation on the social platform Tiktok. Tips, tricks, mindset and strategy to helping you own your voice and speaking like the true travel expert you are!
Listen & Subscribe to the episode on travelbystephanie.com.au/39
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Join us as we go behind the scenes in the creation of my online program Travel Agent Runway, with no other than my business mentor and today’s special guest Stevie Dillon from Stevie Says Social.
Want to learn more about the episode? Head to travelbystephanie.com.au/38 and check out the episode show-notes.
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Welcome to 2022! First podcast back on the air and we are already busting through the BS* while breaking old habits that us travel agents believe to be true! So if you're looking at gaining some renewed energy for your travel business, feeling stuck and not sure which way is up, join us as we hit play on this fiery episode!
Check out the shownotes at travelbystephanie.com.au/37 to download my freebies and sign up to my free masterclass now.
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If you're a travel agent looking to become the guru in your chosen niche and lead the way for your business when it comes to your specialty, then this is the perfect episode for you! Join myself and Jeanette Meunier-McMahon, Founder of Find My Travel Guru as we highlight the opportunities to be had when you decide to go all in in your chosen niche and how to go about getting yourself out there in the digital landscape.
To learn more, head to the shownotes at travelbystephanie.com.au/36 for full episode details.
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Tune into the conversation with myself and our very own Travel Agent Mindset Coach, Susan Barton. Not only is Sue a travel agent veteran herself, she's also a professionally trained NLP Practitioner and Personal Development Coach who has blended her passions of TRAVEL and MINDSET together to help travel agents shift forward with new thinking tools and skills to re-emerge their businesses with renewed passion. For episode show notes, please visit travelbystephanie.com.au/35
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What is lead generation and why do I need it in my travel biz? Tune in with Unplug In Paradise creator & host, Stephanie Myers and deep-dive into why having a lead generation system is enhancing businesses all over the world by attracting their ideal client into their ecosystem. Truthbomb!!! it starts with you being 100% aligned with your travel biz! For episode show notes, please visit travelbystephanie.com.au/34
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What does an entrepreneur and a travel agent have in common? Tune in with Unplug In Paradise creator & host, Stephanie Myers and deep-dive into the 5 prominent traits travel advisors have in our skillset that transfer across into the entrepreneur world. PS. It's more than you think!
For episode show notes, please visit travelbystephanie.com.au/33
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The cruise-line who encompasses the word FUN like no other. On the show with us today we welcome Mark Richards, National Account Manager of Carnival Cruise Lines Australia, as we speak about Carnival's brand story, why FUN is behind all of their messaging and is at the core of everything they do, what lies ahead for the future of cruise and highlights some extremely exciting revelations for us here down under.
This episode demonstrates the importance of brand awareness, cruising as a vital piece of the tourism sector and spotlights the incredible efforts undertaken by CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) to champion the return of the cruise industry.
Head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/32 to find out more.
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Australia's very own mini Maldives - The Cocos Keeling Islands. Back on the show with us today is Linda Cash from Indian Ocean Experiences showcasing this incredible destination in conjunction with our previous episode together highlighting Christmas Island.
This episode explains how both islands can be visiting on the same plane ticket and how easily accessible the other islands are in the Cocos Keeling Island group.
Head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/31 to learn how to create your Christmas Island/Cocos Keeling Island adventure as well as links to visit the reputable operators on the island, the tourism body for Cocos Keeling and of course, the YouTube channel bringing our episode to life in full 4K colour!
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It's been said that if 'Hawaii & The Galapagos' had a baby, they would name it Christmas Island. In today's episode, we are joined by Linda Cash from Indian Ocean Experiences & representing Christmas Island Tourism Association to take us on a journey to Australia's very own island paradise.
To check out the show-notes, head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/30 to learn more about this little slice of heaven off the coast of Western Australia. Let's get you there!
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Janis McDonald & Michelle Nickelson from Outback Queensland Tourism Association shake the podcast again today with another incredible episode showcasing the unique and authentic styles of accommodation to be found in Outback Queensland, Australia. To access the show notes, head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/29 and check out the beautiful array of experience stays in Outback Queensland.
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Episode 28 with your host, Stephanie Myers who shares the importance of goal setting and how using the Mindful Mud Map is the quickest and easiest way to maintain your purpose, build your vision and maximise your travel mindset.
To check out the shownotes, head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/28 where you can download yourself own copy of the Mindful Mud Map.
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Episode 27 with your host, Stephanie Myers & special guest Rhiannon Keath from @flourish_withrhi who shares her 5 must-haves that she never travels without! If you're into self-care, looking after your health and wanting an easier way to feel your best while on the road, this episode is a must listen - PLUS there is a special bonus inside too! To check out the shownotes, head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/27
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Episode 26 with your host, Stephanie Myers celebrating her affiliation with Tweed Coast Weddings and supporting the honeymoon sector at the Tweed Wedding Trail on Sunday 17th January 2021. Today's episode is talking about how to plan the perfect honeymoon, from discussing tips, answering the most common questions and overcoming those hurdles that come with wedding planning vs honeymoon planning. If you would like to learn more, jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/honeymoon to check out the show notes for this episode and download your FREE copy of the 10 Must Have Honeymoon Planning Tips Checklist.
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Episode 25 with your host, Stephanie Myers & Special Guest Sharon Hando from Travel The World (TTW), our GSA for Virgin Voyages in Australia. Today's episode is us getting onboard Virgin's Scarlet Lady and shining a light on the overall guest experience and unique travel personality of the Virgin Voyages target market 'rebellious luxe'. To discover more of Sir Richard Branson's cruise creation, jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/25 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 24 with your host, Stephanie Myers & Special Guest Lisa Pagotto, talking about the brand new touring option for Crooked Compass, exploring our backyard here in Australia as part of our Crooked Compass mini series - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/24 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 23 with your host, Stephanie Myers & Special Guest, Dan Coleman from G Adventures talking about the travel style 'Marine' as part of our G Adventures mini series - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/23 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 22 with your host, Stephanie Myers & Special Guest, Julian Groneberg - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/22 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 21 with your host, Stephanie Myers - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/21 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 20 with Lisa Pagotto from Crooked Compass - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/20 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 19 with Rhiannon Hutton from Trvl Sak - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/19 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 18 with Outback Queensland Tourism Association - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/18 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 17 with Mandy Alderson from Intrepid Travel - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/17 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 16 with Dan Coleman from G Adventures - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/16 to check out the show notes for this episode.
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Episode 15 - Jump over to travelbystephanie.com.au/15 to check out the show notes for this episode.
My name is Stephanie Myers and I am super excited to be back on the air. As a travel agent, 2020 has been such a tough year for everyone in the travel and tourism industry, so what better time than to do what I can by assisting the return of travel back into the hearts and spirits oh women travellers everywhere.
Only this time, I'm focussing on unique travel styles to suit you and your personality. Traveling in a way that aligns with your purpose and is true to you in every way.
In episode 15, I give you the story on how the new direction for the podcast was born, a life update and a little get-to-know-me session for my new listeners.
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Episode 14 I get the pleasure of speaking to Anne Bain, Owner and Director of AccessAbility Cruising and Fun Cruise Autism. We learn about Anne's journey throughout her 26 years in the travel industry. I love this interview as it shows a clear demonstration of how lifes challenges mixed in with pursuing your dreams can evolve into so much more! Welcome to the show Anne!
If you have any questions regarding cruising with a disability, you can contact Anne via her website https://accessabilitycruising.com.au/
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Episode 13 shares the story of Jodi Dalton, a fellow MTA Mobile Travel Agent based in Wynnum QLD and also a long-serving travel guru of 36 years and counting! Join us as we share in the story behind Jodi's decision of becoming a travel agent, her journey through the wholesale side of our industry and why she chose travel as a long life career move.
You can get in touch with Jodi via her Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/jodidaltonMTA/
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Episode 12 dives into tips on how to 'break up with busy' while establishing a work from home routine. This is so foreign to so many working professionals around the world, but it is incredibly inspiring to see how many businesses are pivoting and adjusting to this new way of work. But how do you remain productive? Who's running the show at home when you're at your computer managing tasks and smashing deadlines. It is all a massive balancing act so here are a few tips, first hand from a home-based Mobile Travel Agent on how to manage and prioritise your to-do list and know when to step back to recharge those batteries.
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Episode 11 - Tune in to this episode to ground yourself through the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspired by Matthew Upchurch from Virtuoso, I discuss 3 key insights that us working in the travel industry and our travellers can easily connect with to uncover how to adapt to the global crisis which will continue to keep the travel spirit alive in all of us.
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Episode 10 opens the conversation with Tash Wheeler, CEO of Tourism Whitsundays where we highlight the absolutely stunning Whitsunday Coast and the investments the region have gained for showcasing such an incredible destination. Also, celebrating the opening of the BRAND NEW Whitsunday Visitor Information Centre and Wonders of the Whitsundays campaign.
Want to find out more? Check out Tourism Whitsundays online https://www.tourismwhitsundays.com.au/
Whitsundays Visitor Information Centre https://www.whitsunday.qld.gov.au/
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Episode 9 I comment on an article published by KARRYON, a travel industry news platform for travel agents and share the interesting reasons why one would not book their holidays via a travel agent.
SHOW NOTES:-
Link to article https://karryon.com.au/community/7-reasons-why-you-should-never-book-with-a-travel-agent/?fbclid=IwAR3CjDYT8Plfq-KWsDVJGTD3W9Yt1IKlOO07BubqxU4LR3LTWxpSooOCj7A
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Episode 8 talks about how I came to my answers during my latest feature in the Travel Talk Industry Magazine. The headline is an absolute cracker so listen to find out what 'strange' thing I always take with me on holidays.
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Episode 7 introduces P&O Cruises and why cruising is an incredibly great value for money holiday. For passengers sailing from Australia & New Zealand, Richard Waugh (QLD BDM - P&O Cruises) uncovers the new and exciting additions to the P&O fleet while showcasing the stunning destinations their ships navigate to in the South Pacific.
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Episode 6 I personally talk about my truth of what it's really like as a single mum travelling with a toddler. The good, the bad, the indifferent and how travel can shape little one's lives. If you're thinking of travelling with a young family, do not to hold back on making plans. Life is happening right now and it's more manageable than you might think!
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Episode 5 touches on how different cruise-lines create value through promotions they advertise.
From On-board Credit to Complimentary Cabin upgrades, I touch on the basic differences and how they add terrific value to your cruise holiday.
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Episode 4 uncovers different remedies you can take to avoid letting seasickness put a dampener on your cruise holiday. I also touch on which cabins would be most beneficial to a first-time cruisers and to those passengers prone to seasickness.
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Episode 3 talks about how to navigate through the early stages of planning a family getaway. We discuss ideas on how to get the whole family involved in the planning process and how to tackle budgets and life restraints.
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Episode 2 starts the conversation about Family Travel, as we dive into the world of all inclusive worldwide resort-chain, Club Med. Zoe Gentle speaks about the features and benefits of staying at a Club Med property and how you can discover paradise on your next stress-free family holiday!
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Episode 1 is discovering what is the driving force behind our inspirations and what peaks our travel interests. I will dive into what my passions are as a travel agent and how I found myself on this path within the tourism industry.
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Unplug In Paradise: The Podcast is almost here!
This podcast is dedicated to helping women, learn and discover their very own unique travel personality with a special focus on travelling as an introvert. It’s a show that brings you tips, motivation, mindset, practical travel advice as well as interviews with inspiring women & travel companies who concentrate on trips with individual and unique travel styles.
With the help of my trusted network of industry contacts & years of travel agent expertise, you will walk away feeling confident that your next holiday is one that's custom-made exactly for you.
Join your host (and mobile travel agent) Stephanie Myers and explore all the amazing possibilities that comes when you travel in a way that's true to yourself.
Subscribe now and see you soon!
To follow my journey, head over to Instagram @travel.by.stephanie // @unpluginparadise
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