S1E16 - Eleanor's Journey to Conquering Solo Travel Fears and Becoming an Avid Explorer and Travel Agent

In this episode of Travel Not to Escape, we're joined by the enthusiastic and adventure-driven Eleanor from Elevate Your Escapes. In this episode she shares her passion for transforming ordinary travel into extraordinary experiences and she takes us through her travel journey, sharing the highs, lows, and life-changing moments that shaped her into the avid traveler and travel agent she is today. Eleanor's travel story began with family trips and studying abroad in Florence. However, it was in 2019, on solo trips through Europe with Under30, that she found her true travel calling. Eleanor candidly discusses her initial hesitation about solo travel and how joining a group trip served as a comfortable segue into the world of solo traveling. Eleanor's natural knack for organization, research, and giving travel advice led her to venture into travel planning. After a Virgin Voyages cruise opened her eyes to the perks of travel agents, Eleanor founded Elevate Your Escapes in 2023. She discusses the importance of firsthand experience in crafting personalized travel itineraries and the added value travel agents bring, from special perks to exclusive deals. Connect with Eleanor: Follow Eleanor on Instagram @elevateyourescapes or read her blog at: https://elevateyourescapes.com/ To continue the conversation, join the Travel Not to Escape community at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelnottoescape/ Thank you for tuning in to Travel Not to Escape, where every journey is an opportunity for transformation. Safe travels!