11/05/2023
Alright my lovely wanderers, π We're on Day 4 of our Wander Coach Website launch countdown, and I'm rolling up my sleeves and diving deep today. Grab your coffee ow wine (no judgement here) and get comfy because this is going to be a long (but oh-so-worth-it) post. πβοΈ I'm sharing a heartfelt blog post about my journey and the "why" behind creating The Wander Coach and the Digital Success Academy. ππ
If you had told me 24 years ago when I embarked on my very first girls' holiday to Tenerife that I would one day be building a digital empire in the travel industry, I would've laughed heartily over my cocktail. But here I am, two decades, countless countries, and a whirlwind of experiences later , pouring my heart and soul into the Wander Coach and Digital Success Academy.β£
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Once upon a time in the land of dragons, daffodils, and leek piesβWales, if you hadn't guessedβa wide-eyed young girl, with a heart full of wanderlust and a head full of dreams, named me, decided to swap her wellies for flip-flops and take a one-way flight to Malia, Greece. The mission? To get paid to party! If that's not a fairy tale job for an 22-year-old, I don't know what is!β£
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So, there I was, living the dream, partying away, and charming tourists as a holiday rep. What's not to love? Well, let me tell you, my friends, behind the endless parties and the exotic locales, there was a lot of hard work. But who was I to complain? I was a Welsh girl in Greece, getting drunk, a tan, and a paycheck!β£
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My passion for travel and, admittedly, my knack for charming the socks off anyone led me to become a destination manager at the ripe old age of 24. Now, this was the life: a dream job, a salary as appealing as a sun-kissed Greek god, a company car, and all expenses paid. But let me tell you, I was working harder than Hercules during his Twelve Labours.β£
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When I became pregnant with my first love Oliver, the frenetic pace of my job was no longer sustainable. I switched gears and entered the less hectic, but equally rewarding realm of hotel contracting. The job provided a healthier work-life balance. But a nagging voice inside me whispered, "You're building someone else's dream, love."β£
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So, armed with a dream and a healthy dose of Welsh stubbornness, I started my own villa and apartment rental business. Being my boss was fantastic, and the money was rolling in faster than the tide at Barry Island. But the long hours returned, now with two energetic boys, who, I swear, have more energy than the Welsh rugby team!β£
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The long summer breaks were the toughest. With my boys off school from mid-June to mid-September, I wanted to take them on Dragon-Hunting adventures not wait for guests arriving at ungodly hours! That's when I knew I had to find a better way.β£
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Thus, the idea of the Wander Coach and Digital Success Academy was born.β£
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The Wander Coach is a platform that brings together my love for travel, my wealth of experience in the industry, and my desire to help others navigate the complex world of discounted holiday travel. Through this platform, I aim to share my travel secrets and wisdom, and help you create unforgettable experiences without breaking the bank.β£
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The Digital Success Academy, on the other hand, is my way of giving back to the community. It's a platform designed to empower those who, like me, dream of having a successful digital business that aligns with their passion and lifestyle. Drawing from my journey, I offer insights, guidance, and strategies to help you build your digital dream!
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Building the Wander Coach and Digital Success Academy has been a wild, wonderful ride. It's been a journey filled with laughter, late nights, Frappes, and an incredible amount of learning. But more than anything, it's been a journey of following my dreams of juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship.β£
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Because at the end of the day, it's not just about making a living; it's about making a life that's as hearty as a bowl of Greek mousakka and as comforting as a warm Welsh cawl. It's about building dreams, cherishing family, exploring the world, and empowering others to craft their unique journey. All with a generous helping of Welsh wit, a dash of Greek humour, and a heart full of passion.β£
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So, here's to usβthe dreamers, the wanderlusters, the digital entrepreneurs, and the life-jugglers. To those who aren't afraid to carve their path, to dance their dance, to live their own big fat Greek-Welsh life. This is my journey, my odyssey. This is why I built the Wander Coach and Digital Success Academy. πππ΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώπ¬π·