Stephanie Brooks on Modern-Day Touring and Her Decades-Long Career With Globus

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In this episode of Humans of Travel, Ken Shapiro, group vice president and editorial director for Northstar Travel Group (the parent company of TravelAge West), speaks with Stephanie Brooks, vice president of product and operations for the Globus family of brands.

Brooks’ passion for travel stems from seeing the power of shared experiences and personal connections, and she shares her own journey from aspiring teacher to tourism executive, shaped by summers spent working at a remote fishing lodge in Canada and an early role at the Banff Visitor Center. She also reflects on her two decades with Globus, including roles in product development, operations and supplier contracting.

Listeners will also hear Brooks’ insights into the misconceptions around escorted touring, as she highlights its modern-day flexibility, comfort and value. She also shares memorable travel experiences in Kenya, Vietnam and Newfoundland, and talks about an exciting new Globus offering in South Africa.

This episode is sponsored by The Globus Family of Brands.

In the Episode

00:53 Meet Stephanie Brooks

01:35 Stephanie's Early Career and Influences

01:53 Transition to the Globus Family of Brands

08:59 Insights into Product Development and Operations

14:19 Challenges and Rewards in the Travel Industry

17:26 The Value of Escorted Touring

17:44 Stephanie's Favorite Destinations

25:57 Future Travel Plans and Final Thoughts

Resources Mentioned 

Globus family of brands and www.globusjourneys.com