On this week's episode: Laura will find out why Jessop got into travel, what his first year in the industry was like and what he plans to do moving forward. We also discuss what it was like for each of us to travel domestically in Japan last week. 

Episode References:

Jessop's 1 Year Working in the Travel Industry: Read here

Oatmeal & Travel: Read here

Irish Central article for Jessop's Ireland & Japan project: Read here

Jessop's interview with the "Inbound Ambassador", Joy Jarman Walsh: Listen here

"Play New Zealand" Campaign: Try it here

On this week's episode: We're recording remotely this week! 4 travel insights you might not know about. Who is Laura Blackhall and what it's like running a tour company in 3 countries. What are we each up to in the coming week and Episode 3 sneak peek.

Episode References:

Tomorrowland's virtual island experience: https://medium.com/@JPetroski/virtual-travel-expderience-78df881cf6bb and teaser video.

US Inbound Travel Report: http://www.inboundreport.com/2020/08/04/inbound-travel-to-usa-hits-another-low/

Akiya Hunters in Japan: https://www.akiyainaka.com/

EVA Air flying from Taiwan to Okinawa, with no departure! Read more here.

Let’s try starting a podcast. Laura and Jessop try their hand at this new media.

The start of a new adventure.