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85 Percent: A Wanderful Podcast

85 Percent: A Wanderful Podcast

By: Beth Santos
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 Women in travel, do you know women make 85% of travel decisions, so why are we not seen in 85% of travel marketing? What is shown to us when it comes to the "traveling woman"? Two narratives: either we're having a life-changing transformation and devouring pasta OR we're getting kidnapped and in fear for our lives. It's never somewhere in between. As the founder of leading women's travel community, Wanderful, and creator of an incredible series of events, festivals, and activities for women travelers worldwide, I KNOW there is more to women traveling than what — and who — is represented in the movies or seen on commercials. So, I'm going to talk about it with some of the most phenomenal influencers, CEOs and changemakers in travel and hospitality around the world. If you are a solo traveler or looking to get into the travel industry as a career, this podcast is for you! Come buckle up and be my audio travel companion. I'm Beth Santos and this is 85 Percent.2024, 85 Percent Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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Episodes
  • Season 2 Wrap: Our Greatest Takeaways and Travel Stories

    Season 2 Wrap: Our Greatest Takeaways and Travel Stories
    Oct 30 2024

    Welcome back women travelers, solo travelers, travel hobbyists and travel influencers to the final episode of Season 2 of "85 Percent," where we wrap up this season by sharing the captivating trails blazed by women in the travel industry. From Gabby Beckford's transformative hike in Iceland to Stephanie Jones' unexpected spiritual journey to a warmer-than-anticipated Antarctica, we'll unveil how travel sparks growth in the most unexpected ways.

    Hear Catarina Rivera's empowering solo adventure in Montreal, Alexa West's perspective on navigating travel fears with safety in mind, and Nikki Vargas' poignant revelation at Iguazu Falls.

    We’re also celebrating the impact of the Bessie Awards and women's influence in travel decisions. Join us as we explore these personal narratives, challenge perceptions of travel, and honor the voices shaping the industry.

    So, grab a coffee, settle in, and let’s embark on this journey together down memory lane to recap season 2!

    Honorable Mentions

    Wander Woman - Travel Book

    Wanderful Community

    B & H Photo Digital

    85 Percent: A Wanderful Podcast

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    This podcast is hosted by Beth Santos, founder and CEO of Wanderful and author of Wander Woman: How to Reclaim Your Space, Find Your Voice, and Travel the World, Solo. Beth has been recognized in Business Insider as one of 17 changemakers transforming the hospitality industry, and in Conde Nast Traveller as one of 12 inspiring people to follow. She's also the godmother to the Azamara Onward cruise ship, a cafe owner and a mom of three.

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    If you would love to connect with Beth, join her in these following spaces:

    Website

    LinkedIn

    Instagram

    Facebook

    Twitter

    Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "85 Percent"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with your travel buddy!

    The 85 Percent Podcast intro, outro and transition music is named Nothing Just Happens by lemonmusicstudio and was found on Pixabay. Additional music and sound effects for this episode came from Soundstripe and/or Epidemic Sounds or is cited in the show notes. Crackers In Soup is the writer, audio editor and producer for this episode.
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    31 mins
  • Women’s Expeditions: How a trip to Saudi Arabia changed how I look a feminism with Intrepid Travel’s Zina Bencheikh

    Women’s Expeditions: How a trip to Saudi Arabia changed how I look a feminism with Intrepid Travel’s Zina Bencheikh
    Oct 23 2024

    Welcome back women travelers, solo travelers, travel hobbyists and travel influencers! This episode is sponsored by Intrepid Travel. Find your Only Intrepid moment!

    In this episode, I speak with Zina Bencheikh! Zina is a trailblazing executive from Intrepid Travel. Together, we delve into the transformative power of travel in empowering women and fostering cultural understanding. From Intrepid's innovative Women's Expeditions and the launch of Wanderful's Woman-Owned Map spotlighting women-owned businesses, to Zina's pioneering initiatives in Morocco and her evolving perspective on Saudi Arabia, this episode is packed with stories of inspiration and change.

    With women making 85% of travel decisions, the potential for societal impact is immense. So, sit back and explore how travel can be a catalyst for challenging biases, supporting local communities, and amplifying women's voices across the globe. Join us in discussing how each travel decision can contribute to a more equitable world. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and follow us for more inspiring stories of changemakers in the travel industry.

    Here are three key takeaways for you:

    1. Empowering Women in Travel: With women making 85% of travel decisions, reinvesting in women-owned businesses can drive substantial social and economic impact. Initiatives like Intrepid's Women's Expeditions and Wanderful's Woman-Owned Map are pivotal steps in this direction.

    2. Breaking Stereotypes: Travel allows us to challenge biases and explore cultures beyond perceptions. Zina's experiences in Saudi Arabia highlighted the changing dynamics for women, inspiring a fresh perspective on tourism in the region.

    3. Community and Growth: Travel nurtures empathy and connection while empowering local communities. Zina's leadership in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region underscores the role of travel in fostering opportunities and uplifting communities.

    Honorable Mentions

    Wander Woman - Travel Book

    Wanderful Community

    B & H Photo Digital

    85 Percent: A Wanderful Podcast

    Follow Intrepid Travel in these spaces:

    Website: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/us

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intrepidtravel/

    💼🚺♀️ 👵🏼👩🏽‍🦱✈️🚢🧳

    This podcast is hosted by Beth Santos, founder and CEO of Wanderful and author of Wander Woman: How to Reclaim Your Space, Find Your Voice, and Travel the World, Solo. Beth has been recognized in Business Insider as one of 17 changemakers transforming the hospitality industry, and in Conde Nast Traveller as one of 12 inspiring people to follow. She's also the godmother to the Azamara Onward cruise ship, a cafe owner and a mom of three.

    💼🚺♀️👩🏾👵🏼👩🏽‍🦱✈️🚢🧳

    If you would love to connect with Beth, join her in these following spaces:

    Website

    LinkedIn

    Instagram

    Facebook

    Twitter

    Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "85 Percent"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with your travel buddy!

    The 85 Percent Podcast intro, outro and transition music is named Nothing Just Happens by lemonmusicstudio and was found on Pixabay. Additional music and sound effects for this episode came from Soundstripe and/or Epidemic Sounds or is cited in the show notes. Crackers In Soup is the writer, audio editor and producer for this episode.
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    29 mins
  • Redefining Solo Female Travel with Kim Callender and Arabella Bowen of SoloTrvlr

    Redefining Solo Female Travel with Kim Callender and Arabella Bowen of SoloTrvlr
    Oct 16 2024
    Welcome back women travelers, solo travelers, travel hobbyist and travel influencers!! In this episode, I speak with Kim Callender and Arabella Bowen, the co-founders of **SoloTrvlr**, a travel app designed to empower women by providing trusted, local advice for solo adventures. With backgrounds in tech and travel, they bring a wealth of experience to the platform. Arabella, formerly a leader at Fodor’s Travel and AFAR, was inspired by her transformative solo journey through Southeast Asia. Kim, who previously worked at Google, founded SoloTrvlr to address the gap in solutions for solo women travelers. Together, they aim to make independent travel more accessible, confident, and bold for women worldwide. Join me as we journey through Arabella's adventures of adapting to the bustling streets of Hanoi, discovering the joy in simple moments, and how these experiences inspired a career advocating for women travelers. Meanwhile, Kim shares her first trip to Belize, detailing how unexpected challenges taught her adaptability and self-trust, eventually leading her to create a startup that champions women traveling independently. We also explore deeper topics like the role of solo travel in fostering cultural understanding and personal growth. Finally, I invite you to support our community in Lebanon right now and donate to Tourleb. They will use the funds to: Support their team members by continuing to pay them a small salary despite the lack of tourism right now; Support families by buying locally and redistributing necessary products to those in need; Help the NGOs, hospitals, and Red Cross (whom they trust) who are receiving displaced people; Evaluate case by case to support families, children, and rescuers as needed. Honorable Mentions Wander Woman - Travel Book Wanderful Community B & H Photo Digital 85 Percent: A Wanderful Podcast Respectful Tourism with Joelle Sfeir and Nada Raphael of Tourleb TourLeb's PayPal: Paypal.me/aaychin Follow Solo Trvlr App in these spaces: Website: https://www.solotrvlr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solotrvlrapp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/solotrvlr/ 💼🚺♀️ 👵🏼👩🏽‍🦱✈️🚢🧳 This podcast is hosted by Beth Santos, founder and CEO of Wanderful and author of Wander Woman: How to Reclaim Your Space, Find Your Voice, and Travel the World, Solo. Beth has been recognized in Business Insider as one of 17 changemakers transforming the hospitality industry, and in Conde Nast Traveller as one of 12 inspiring people to follow. She's also the godmother to the Azamara Onward cruise ship, a cafe owner and a mom of three. 💼🚺♀️👩🏾👵🏼👩🏽‍🦱✈️🚢🧳 If you would love to connect with Beth, join her in these following spaces: Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "85 Percent"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with your travel buddy! The 85 Percent Podcast intro, outro and transition music is named Nothing Just Happens by lemonmusicstudio and was found on Pixabay. Additional music and sound effects for this episode came from Soundstripe and/or Epidemic Sounds or is cited in the show notes. Crackers In Soup is the writer, audio editor and producer for this episode.
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    36 mins

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