Amy Coulton on Adventure, Tourism & Burnout

In this episode of The Guest Speaker, we sit down with Amy Coulton, whose journey has taken her from a high school career expo in New Zealand to working across luxury superyachts, tourism, hospitality and adventure travel around the world.Amy shares how studying at Queenstown Resort College opened unexpected doors, what life is actually like working in tourism, the incredible highs of exploring places like French Polynesia and the Kimberley, and the very real challenges of burnout, long hours and protecting your wellbeing.Whether you're considering tourism, hospitality, adventure travel, or simply want inspiration to create a life that's a little less ordinary, this conversation is packed with practical advice and honest insight.In this episode we discuss:Choosing an alternative pathway after high schoolQueenstown Resort College and studying tourismBuilding a career through internships and practical experienceWorking in the Cook Islands, Bay of Islands and beyondLife aboard luxury superyachtsBurnout, mental health and finding balanceFinancial literacy and creating opportunitiesWhy diverse skills can become your greatest advantage