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The Tour Leaders

Marnie
Tour Leading
Travel
Egypt
India
Turkey
Petra
Cultural Differences
China
Iran
Cambodia
Thailand
Wadi Rum
Jordan
Bangkok
Syria
Southeast Asia
Vietnam
Covid-19
Nepal
Damascus

Stories from people who travelled before the internet — and figured it out as they went.

The Tour Leaders is a storytelling podcast about life on the road before the internet — real, human, funny, and surprising stories told by the people who lived them.

It’s for anyone who loves travel shaped by memory, connection, and cultural depth — without the influencer gloss.

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Latest Episodes

Spencer trained me in Egypt in 1997 — back when applications were handwritten and camping tours ran on vodka and very little sleep.

We cover Siwa Oasis, public toilets in Xi’an, ejecting a self-proclaimed Messiah from a tour in India, and the moment... more

KJ’s tour leading stories span Turkey, training trips, and the art of entertaining a bus full of strangers.

This episode is about improvisation, memory, and the strange facts you invent to keep people listening.

She reminded me of a training trip ... more

Emily’s tour leading years took her from Thailand’s nightlife to yoga and quieter paths.

This conversation reflects on change, burnout, and learning what you don’t want along the way.

Emily took me to my one and only Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan... more

Amit became one of the first Nepalese tour leaders for his company, earning his place the hard way.

This episode looks at resilience, identity, and what it meant to lead travellers through your own country.

What to say about Amit? His path into to... more

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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Lead on!!

    I am loving this. I hope you don’t run out of tour leaders!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sallysalsalsal
    Australia6 months ago
  • The journey

    What a journey you have both been on and the journey still continues. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this conversation and left me thirsty for more… Marnie, hearing your voice brought back memories of our short time in İstanbul together. Warm thoughts Kylie Boyraz

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KBfan23
    Australia7 months ago

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Lively, insightful conversations that celebrate real travel stories and memories from an era before social media.
Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and nostalgia, with guests sharing unique, firsthand travel experiences that feel authentic and human.
Fans seem to enjoy the guests' diversity and the way personal anecdotes illuminate broader cultural shifts in travel.
The host's curiosity and storytelling style are frequently highlighted as a standout, making episodes engaging for both travel enthusiasts and industry professionals.

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Talking Points

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KJ
Q: What are the biggest changes you've seen in travel?
The prevalence of technology and how it affects people's experiences.
KJ
Q: What was your favorite destination during your travels?
Turkey, because of its culture, food, history, and hospitable people.
Holly
Q: What advice would you give to someone wanting to travel?
Her advice is to buy a one-way ticket, quit your job, and have an adventure.
Holly
Q: What sparked your love for travel and the travel industry?
Holly's love for travel was ignited by her first trip to India as a backpacker at the age of 20, which opened her eyes to the world.
Holly
Q: What are the best and worst parts of your job?
The best part of the job is being in fantastic countries every day, while the worst parts relate to the stress of managing tours and group dynamics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Tour Leaders

What is The Tour Leaders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on authentic, memory-soaked travel stories from people who moved through the world before the internet reshaped how we explore. Guests share first-person accounts of life on the road, highlighting the human connections, cultural nuances, and funny mishaps that defined pre-digital travel. Episodes skew nostalgic and nostalgic-forward, often reflecting on how technology, social media, and modern hustle have changed destinations, interactions, and the traveler's mindset. Noteworthy elements include vivid anecdotes, a focus on local experiences over influencer-style gloss, and a recurring emphasis on resilience, curiosity, and cultural depth that makes the conversations both entertaining and insightful for prospective traveler... more

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