Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball
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Welcome to Speaking of Travel, the electrifying iHeart Radio show and global podcast that takes you on unforgettable journeys across the globe... No Passport Required!
Hosted by the passionate and fearless Marilyn Ball, Speaking of Travel dives deep into the heart of what it means to explore. Every episode brings you face-to-face with extraordinary guests who are explorers, change makers, and everyday heroes, all sharing powerful stories that ignite your curiosity, fuel your wanderlust, and open your heart to the world.
This is more than travel. It’s a movement. A celebration of cultural connection, sustainability, and the life-changing magic of stepping out of your comfort zone.
So whether you're packing your bags or just dreaming big, Speaking of Travel is your all-access pass to inspiration, discovery, and purpose-driven adventure.
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Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball
Vic Isley, CEO of Explore Asheville, Believes In The Power Of Travel
Vic Isley, a traveler, foodie, music lover and a farmer’s daughter from North Carolina, shares her journey from growing up on a tobacco farm to becoming a leader in the travel and tourism industry.
Over her 28-year career, she’s represented destinations including the island of Bermuda; Washington, DC; Tampa Bay, Florida and Durham, North Carolina.
Seasoned leaders bring benefits to their team and the entire organization. Vic shares a timeline of the evolution of destination marketing and destination management and explains the role of a destination marketing organization.
Also on Speaking of Travel, Mary Rose Ridderbusch-Shearer, guest experience manager for the North Carolina Arboretum, the most stunning and peaceful place to enjoy Western North Carolina's beautiful surrounding natural environment, shares a history of the Arboretum and a sampling of the many incredible programs and exhibits. There's no better place to meet friends and explore for hours. Find out more!
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