Introducing the Travel Matters team! - Catherine
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In celebration of gaining our B Corp certification, we would like to give you a peek behind the scenes and introduce our amazing team! This is our introduction series of our team members.
This week we would love to introduce one of our Travel Consultants, Catherine. When travelling, Catherine prefers to go on travels based around barefoot luxury with a good dose of adventure. Her many years in the travel industry, have given her a huge knowledge base and she would love to share her knowledge with you!
In our interview with Catherine, she shared her insights and wisdom about everything travel related. Read further to get to know more about Catherine!
What kind of traveller are you?
Barefoot luxury with a good dose of adventure is my vibe!
What is your favourite destination?
Slovenia!
What do you wish people knew about your favourite destination?
It's sophisticated eco-adventure at its best - imagine treehouses in a chocolate village, snow-capped mountains, crystal blue waters, cobbled streets by the river with alfresco dining in the capital city of Ljubljana. Farm-to-table dining experiences, Michelin-starred chefs, cycling, climbing, hiking, white water rafting, snow sports, spa experiences, and beaches - Slovenia has it all!
What are your top 3 responsible travel tips?
If you're in a hotel and they provide you with plastic water bottles in your room, ask them to provide a re-fillable glass bottle with filtered or spring water instead (if enough people ask, they will start to change!).
If possible, consider travelling by train instead of plane and enjoy a more enriching experience as a result.
Learn hello, please and thank you in the language of the place you are visiting - remember you are a guest in someone else's country, a little courtesy goes a long way!
How do you Make Travel Matter while overseas?
As above. Also, I like to engage with people that live and work in the place that I am visiting - stay curious and interested in people, find out their story and enjoy an enriching cultural exchange as a result. You may learn something or gain an insight that you can share with others at home, or that triggers you to create a positive impact - and so begins the ripple effect of goodness!
What do you want to see in the future in the travel industry?
I'd love to see every traveller taking on my tips as above! And, travel less for longer and enjoy experiences where your money is making a difference to the communities in the places you are visiting.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and who would you bring with you?
Kala Patthar in the Himalayas with my Uncle Andy! And in a few years (when my daughter is old enough to appreciate it) I'm looking forward to taking her and my partner on Safari.
Psst. Look out for our next posts as we introduce other members of the team!
