Unlocking the Magic of Travel with Lauren Quirk
In this episode of Composed Living with Elsa Elbert, Elsa welcomes Lauren Quirk, founder of Travel with Character, a company that designs luxury family vacations. Lauren discusses her journey from the entertainment industry to starting a travel agency that focuses on providing personalized and concierge-level service for families. They delve into the nuances of travel planning, emphasizing the benefits of using a travel advisor to avoid the complexities and stress of DIY bookings. Lauren shares insightful anecdotes about her clients, including trips that commemorate significant life milestones and the collaborative nature of the travel advisory community. The conversation also covers how travel advisors can tailor experiences to individual preferences, making every trip unique and memorable. This informative discussion highlights the value of personalized travel planning and the seamless experiences that an experienced travel advisory team can provide.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:43 Meeting Lauren Quirk and Her Journey
01:43 Understanding Travel with Character
03:55 The Role of a Travel Advisor
05:22 Planning a Milestone Family Trip
12:00 Creating Memorable Travel Experiences
14:09 Lauren's Background and Business Growth
15:58 Challenges and Team Dynamics
22:06 The Importance of Firsthand Travel Experience
25:34 The Importance of Personalized Travel Services
26:30 Collaborative Support in the Travel Industry
30:02 The Role of Travel Advisors in Theme Park Planning
36:12 Exploring the Benefits of Cruises
39:56 Customizing Travel Experiences
45:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
More about Lauren Quirk:
Lauren Quirk is the Founder of Travel With Character®, a backstage production team for designing luxury family vacations. Over the past six years she has assembled a small team of creative women who guide today's discerning travelers who value personalized and attentive service over DIY booking methods.
Quirk is a Travel Weekly Gold Magellan award recipient and a finalist in TravelAge West's Trendsetter Awards, celebrating her social media content. Her unique marketing signature includes creating comedic musical pieces related to travel, engaging audiences and inviting them into a world of exploration and enjoyment. She translates this creativity and storytelling into her travel business, crafting unique experiences for every client, helping them to embrace their own "main character energy."
Links:
Instagram.com/travelwithcharacter
https://www.tiktok.com/@travelwithcharacter
https://www.facebook.com/travelwithcharacter