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Destination On The Left

Nicole Mahoney
Collaboration
Sustainability
Tourism
Travel Industry
Travel Marketing
Sustainable Tourism
Travel Trends
Storytelling
Economic Development
Atlantic Canada
Culinary Experiences
Cross-Border Travel
Travel and Tourism
PESO Model
Branding
Wheel the World
Networking
Culinary Tourism
Accessible Travel
Destination Marketing Organizations

Destination On The Left is a travel and tourism industry podcast hosted by Travel Alliance Partnership. Each episode explores successful collaborations, creative marketing ideas and best practices for both consumer and travel trade marketing programs. Interviews are a mix of Destination Marketers, Industry Leaders, Consultants and businesses in the industry.

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On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Robin Reiner, founder of Robin Wing Travel, a niche agency specializing in scuba and sustainable adventure travel. With a background as a biologist, environmental educator, and science teacher, ... more

On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Joe Pulizzi, founder of Content Marketing Institute, author, and creator of The Tilt newsletter. Joe shares his perspective on how individuals and organizations can stand out in an increasingly ... more

On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Story Clark, founder of TravelStorys GPS, about how mobile audio storytelling is transforming the way visitors experience destinations. Drawing from her background in conservation and history, S... more

On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Patrick Greene, a documentary filmmaker and creator of Made with Love, a series that shines a light on artisans, their crafts, and the traditions behind them. Patrick shares how a project born d... more

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Robin Reiner
Founder of Robin Wing Travel; specializes in scuba and sustainable adventure travel
Robin Wing Travel
Episode: 496. Blending Education, Conservation, and Scuba Travel, with Robin Reiner
Joe Pulizzi
Founder of the Content Marketing Institute, author, entrepreneur
Content Marketing Institute
Episode: 495. Finding Your "Tilt" and Owning Your Audience in an AI-Driven World, with Joe Pulizzi
Story Clark
Founder and CEO of TravelStorys GPS
TravelStorys GPS
Episode: 494. Reconnecting People to Place Through Audio Storytelling, with Story Clark
Patrick Greene
Executive producer and CEO of Made With Love Tours
Made With Love Tours
Episode: 493. How Storytelling Transforms Artisan Traditions into Meaningful Travel Experiences, with Patrick Greene
Matt Pivarnik
CEO of the Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative
Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative
Episode: 492. Beyond the DMO and Into Community Development, with Matt Pivarnik
Chris Fair
President of Resonance
Resonance
Episode: 491. Shaping the Future of Place Branding, with Chris Fair
Morag Barrett
Founder of Sky Team and author of You, Me, We, Why We All Need a Friend at Work and How to Show Up As One
Sky Team
Episode: 490. Creating Stronger Workplace Relationships Through the Ally Mindset, with Morag Barrett
Sally Berry
Tourism strategist, educator, and Director of Tourism for the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers
Great Lakes USA / Cruise the Great Lakes
Episode: 489. Building Collaboration Across Borders and Waterways, with Sally Berry
Ellen Walker-Matthews
President and CEO
Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association
Episode: 487. Building Culinary and Agritourism Through Collaboration: Conversations from the Taste of Place Summit

Host

Nicole Mahoney
Host of Destination On The Left; prominent facilitator of destination marketing and collaborative strategies

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Very Informative

    Destination on the Left is an engaging and insightful podcast for anyone passionate about travel and tourism. Nicole is a thoughtful, knowledgeable host who asks great questions and brings genuine warmth and energy to every conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lloyd12Green
    United States2 months ago
  • Helpful & Entertaining

    As someone who’s interested in marketing in the hospitality and tourism industry, this podcast has great insights for me. I’ve been able to learn a lot from professionals in the field. My favorite episodes are the ones where the Travel Alliance Partnership team explains the PESO model and how they use it in their strategic plans. Nicole interviews so many different people who have relevant unique perspectives. This podcast is great for anyone in the industry or anyone like me, who is trying to l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nathan Oyer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Practical and fun

    Nicole curates the best content with really awesome guests who provide practical stories and examples of real life that you can be inspired by, and tips you can use. I was grateful to be a guest on her podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SparkleSF
    United Statesa year ago
  • Terrific

    Loved interacting with Nicole on this podcast. Latest stats, new ideas great discussion!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mhig
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Interview

    It was such a pleasure being a guest on Destination on the Left! Talking to Nicole felt like talking to one of my friends not an interview. She asks thorough questions and you can tell she does her research on each guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eileen Ivette
    United States2 years ago

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Guests consistently describe the host as well-prepared and engaging, with thorough questioning.
Listeners praise practical insights and actionable takeaways for marketing and partnerships in tourism.
The show is viewed as a high-quality resource for industry professionals seeking real-world strategies.

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#133
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#154
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#196
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Talking Points

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496. Blending Education, Conservation, and Scuba Travel, with Robin Reiner
Q: How important is collaboration versus competition in your field?
Collaboration, or co-opetition, is essential. Abundance mindset isn't just a feel-good phrase; it leads to referrals and opportunities that serve clients better. By sharing resources with host agencies and other advisors, we lift the entire community.
496. Blending Education, Conservation, and Scuba Travel, with Robin Reiner
Q: What makes your approach different when vetting destinations and experiences for authenticity?
I look for hands-on educational components, like coral restoration and wildlife conservation, and I vet vendors to ensure they walk the walk beyond marketing claims. I want to avoid greenwashing and/ or lip-service sustainability; it has to be real and impactful.
496. Blending Education, Conservation, and Scuba Travel, with Robin Reiner
Q: Tell us about your background and how you arrived at focusing on scuba and sustainable adventure travel.
I started as a biologist and environmental educator, then became a science teacher, and eventually found my niche in the dive world by managing travel for divers and teaching. This blend lets me design trips that educate and inspire conservation, not just entertain.
495. Finding Your "Tilt" and Owning Your Audience in an AI-Driven World, with Joe Pulizzi
Q: What is a tilt and why is finding yours important?
A tilt is the intersection of what you know, what your audience needs, and what makes your perspective distinct. It helps you differentiate from the clutter, target a specific audience, and guide your content strategy across channels.
493. How Storytelling Transforms Artisan Traditions into Meaningful Travel Experiences, with Patrick Greene
Q: What do you hope travelers take away from Made With Love?
The guest emphasizes visiting and supporting local artisans to preserve cultures and traditions, and experiencing the people behind the crafts rather than just the sights.

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What is Destination On The Left about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on collaborations, partnerships, and practical marketing in the travel, tourism, and destination-management space. Across recent episodes, the emphasis is on how DMOs, chambers of commerce, regional tourism organizations, and industry partners join forces to build ecosystems, tell compelling place-based stories, and drive economic impact through consumer and travel-trade channels. Noteworthy themes include co-opetition, cross-destination collaborations, data-driven branding, authentic storytelling, and sustainable, community-centered approaches to tourism marketing. The format often features senior leaders and practitioners sharing concrete partnerships, programs, and tactical playbooks that listeners—particularly industry ma... more

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1. Robin Reiner
2. Joe Pulizzi
3. Story Clark
4. Patrick Greene
5. Matt Pivarnik
6. Chris Fair
7. Morag Barrett
8. Sally Berry

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