005 Laura Ericson - Travelling the world authentically

Laura Ericson, a professional traveler and entrepreneur, shares her journey of starting a travel company that focuses on culturally immersive travel in off-the-beaten-path destinations. She discusses the inspiration behind her travel experiences and the challenges she faced in building her business. Laura emphasises the importance of promoting positive impact travel and exploring lesser-known destinations. She also highlights the need for boundaries and self-care while running a travel business. In this episode, Terri Reynolds interviews Laura Ericson about her experiences as a travel influencer. They discuss the realities of starting a travel business and the challenges of turning a passion into a job. Laura emphasises the importance of having realistic expectations and not viewing travel influencer work as a way to travel for free. They also explore the loss of novelty that comes with frequent travel and the thrill of experiencing new places for the first time. Laura shares her belief in transformational travel and how it can change a person's perspective. Concluding with a discussion on embracing change and problem-solving while traveling.TakeawaysTraveling to lesser-known destinations can provide more authentic and immersive experiences.Group travel can be a great option for solo travelers or those who want to explore new destinations with like-minded individuals.Running a travel business requires careful planning, organization, and the ability to adapt to unexpected events.Promoting tourism in misrepresented countries can have a positive impact on local communities.Setting boundaries and taking breaks are essential for maintaining mental and emotional well-being while running a travel business. Starting a travel business is challenging and requires realistic expectations.Frequent travel can lead to a loss of novelty and make it feel like work.Experiencing new places for the first time is a thrilling and transformative experience.Embracing change and problem-solving while traveling can lead to unexpected positive outcomes.Socials:https://www.instagram.com/lolawhiskey/https://www.facebook.com/thelauraericsonhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/lolalovestravelWebsite:www.lauraericson.com Thank you for listening! Follow me on:Instagram: www.instagram.com/terri_reynolds_coachingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GqZp4QsP5/?mibextid=wwXIfrVisit my website: https://info5101215.wixsite.com/terri-reynolds-coach Read my blog written for The Travel Coach NetworkThe Terri Reynolds Chapter of The Reinvention Era with Sarah ElizabethUnforget Yourself PodcastWander Mag feature - The Blue Issue  Pg 129