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Luxury Travel Insider

by Sarah Groen

Do you love travel? Are you always searching for the absolute best experiences? Join us each week for an insightful chat with some of luxury travel's most iconic people. We'll interview travel experts like Robert Bowe who has been part of the guest experience at Ashford Castle for 33 years; Jamie Gaymer, the lead conservation manager at an ultra-luxe safari lodge; or the Owners and General Managers of some of the world's top hotels like Amangiri, Canaves Oia, and Zannier Hotels. You'll leave each episode with an Insider appreciation for new destinations, luxury travel, and all the heart that goes into creating these magical experiences. Luxury Travel Insider is hosted by Sarah Groen, an expert in luxury travel. Sarah has traveled to 100 countries and all 7 continents, is a contributing travel columnist for CEO World Magazine, and is the owner of Bell & Bly Travel, a top travel advising firm working with executives and entrepreneurs.

Latest episodes

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Panama | Expert Panel: The Tiny Country that Changed the World

Today we're chatting about Panama and all its beauty, diversity, culture, and history.  Believe it or not this small country has shaped the course of our entire planet.

Oct 7
41 min

France | Île de Bendor: The Island Where Life Is Meant to Be Enjoyed

Today we're setting sail to a tiny, storied island off the coast of Provence - Île de Bendor, once the private playground of pastis pioneer Paul Ricard. Joining me is A

Sep 30
45 min

Hawaii | Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Today, we're being whisked away to the Big Island of Hawaii, the largest of the Hawaiian islands. This incredible destination offers so much more than just stunning beach

Sep 23
44 min

New Zealand | Beyond the Bucket List: The Power of Meaningful Adventure

Today we're in for some adventure. We'll start off white water kayaking, sprinkle in a little bungee, and end by summiting a mountain. Along the way we'll hear stories ab

Sep 16
50 min

Bolivia | Expert Panel: Lost Civilizations, Silver Empires, and Sacred Landscapes

Today we're heading to a country that defies easy description - salt flats that mirror the sky, ruins that predate the Inca by centuries, and a capital city so high it fe

Sep 9
53 min

St. Barths | Eden Rock: Old World Glamour in The Caribbean

Today we're headed to the magical island of St. Barths. While enjoying vibrant turquoise seas, beautiful hikes in the mountains, and powdery white sand may feel very Cari

Sep 2
37 min

Seychelles | Tomas Cochrane: Island Hopping in the Garden of Eden

Today we're whisking you off to a set of secluded islands in the Indian Ocean. This special place is so beautiful and remote, that it is often touted as the original Gard

Aug 26
36 min

Kenya | Segera Retreat, Owners Jochen & Kate Zeitz: Blending Luxury, Art, and Conservation

Today we're headed to the Laikipia region of Kenya, where the rugged beauty of the savannas meets rolling hills and stunning views of Mt. Kenya.  We'll land on 50,000 a

Aug 19
54 min

Ocean Travel | Explora Journeys: Inside the Luxury Cruise Brand Everyone's Talking About

Today we're setting sail with Explora Journeys, the ultra-luxury ocean brand built to feel less like a cruise ship and more like a boutique European resort that just happ

Aug 12
43 min

The Dominican Republic | Eden Roc Cap Cana

I'm excited for you to join me today to head to the gorgeous island of the Dominican Republic. There's something about the turquoise water fringed with the most amazing p

Aug 5
34 min

Laos | Expert Panel

Today we're headed a bit off the beaten path, to Southeast Asia, and visiting the country of Lao. Lao or Laos means Land of a Million Elephants which is a symbol for pros

Jul 29
50 min

Castello Di Vicarello | Owner, Neri Baccheschi Berti: Love at First Sight in Tuscany

I'm excited for you to join me today in the southern part of Tuscany, an area called Maremma, and one we haven't yet explored on the show. Here you'll find sun-kissed oli

Jul 22
42 min

Fiji | COMO Laucala Island: An Untouched Paradise

Today, we're escaping to one of the most exclusive private islands in the world— COMO Laucala. The island is tucked away in the shimmering South Pacific in the north of F

Jul 15
46 min

Uzbekistan | Expert Panel: The Heart of the Silk Road, Ancient Cities, and Local Traditions

Today we're heading to the heart of the Silk Road. Uzbekistan, full of ancient caravan cities, turquoise domes, and golden desert sands hold centuries of history that sha

Jul 8
52 min

Vienna & Prague | Expert Panel: The Fairytale Cities of Europe

I'm excited to whisk you off today to two of my favorite cities in Europe, Prague and Vienna. I think the travel world sometimes forgets that Vienna was once the center o

Jul 1
40 min

Canada | Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort: The Story Behind Canada's Most Remote Luxury Lodge

Today we're venturing deep into the Great Bear Rainforest of British Columbia, where Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort has been welcoming guests to one of the most remote and b

Jun 24
54 min

The World of Cruising | President & CEO of CLIA, Kelly Craighead: Younger Passengers, Better Value, Sustainable Practices

My guest today is Kelly Craighead, President & CEO of CLIA - one of the travel industry's most important associations representing all things cruises! Before running CLIA

Jun 17
46 min

Beyond Vacation​ | Dr. Michael F. Steger, Psychologist and Academic

Today's episode is for anyone who has ever come home from a trip feeling subtly or not so subtly changed. My guest today is Dr. Michael F. Steger, Professor of Psycholo

Jun 10
1 h 04 min

The Dolomites | Agustina Lagos Marmol: Climbing, Culture, and Cuisine

Today we're heading to the far north of Italy to the Dolomites and Lake Garda. This magical region is full of craggy spires, sheer cliff faces, verdant valleys, and gorge

Jun 3
44 min

Kerala | Expert Panel: Ancient Traditions, Modern Journeys

Today we're headed to Kerala, a state on India's southwestern coast where ancient backwaters meet misty mountain tea gardens, sacred temples, and spice-scented markets th

May 27
53 min

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