Inspiring Travel Podcast

The family-owned Coral Reef Club has become a favourite of the luxury hospitality scene in Barbados, and for this episode, we met with some of the people who work and live in the hotel. Owner, Mark, grew up in the idyllic surrounds of the Coral Reef Club alongside his family, and reveals the fascinating heritage of one of the island’s longest established luxury resorts. Next, Head Chef, Hance, shares his kitchen secrets and we discover how he ensures the dining experience is second to none, however you decide to indulge while staying there. Finally, Karimah, the Rooms Division Manager, has become a familiar face at the resort – she shares how you can make the most of your time at Coral Reef Club.   In this special series of podcasts, we’ll be bringing you episodes directly from Barbados, joined by key partners and well-known faces on the island, so you can immerse yourself in Bajan life and get inspired for your next escape. To discover Barbados [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/caribbean/barbados] and so much more, check out our new 50th Anniversary Collection [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/anniversary], where you’ll find our top 50 travel experiences from around the world – one for every year of ITC. Find us across social media for more travel inspiration. Check out some of our top offers [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/offers], and remember, our dedicated team of Travel Specialists are here to help you start planning your next tailor-made adventure, wherever you want to explore next. Inspiring Travel Website [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/] Instagram: inspiringtravelco [https://www.instagram.com/inspiringtravelco] TikTok: @inspiringtravelco [https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiringtravelco] Facebook: InspiringTravelCo [https://www.facebook.com/InspiringTravelCo/] X: @ITCTravel [https://twitter.com/ITCTravel] The Barbados Takeover series has been supported by Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc [https://corporate.visitbarbados.org/]. and Virgin Atlantic [https://flywith.virginatlantic.com/gh/en/upper-class-cabin-and-seats.html]; discover the best way to travel to Barbados in Virgin’s ultra-comfortable Upper Class. Music: Jakob Ahlbom / Sense of Space / courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty  Music: JG / The Sand is Calling / courtesy of courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty

The Sandpiper has been a fixture of the luxury hospitality scene in Barbados for over fifty years, and is one of our Inspiring Travel favourites! So, for this episode, we visited this beautiful spot to meet some of the people who make this resort so special. General Manager, Ken, has been leading the team at The Sandpiper for the past few years, and shares his experience joining this family-run resort, along with some of his favourite features of the hotel. Personal Concierge, Wyatt, has become a familiar face with the guests at The Sandpiper, and, alongside looking after the top suites at the hotel he has created something very special for guests to experience. Finally we sat down with Harold; the creator and iconic face of Harold’s Bar, and the maker of (apparently) the best rum punch in Barbados. In this special series of podcasts, we’ll be bringing you episodes directly from Barbados, joined by key partners and iconic names, so you can immerse yourself in island life and inspire your next escape. To discover Barbados [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/caribbean/barbados] and so much more, check out our new 50th Anniversary Collection [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/anniversary], where you’ll find our top 50 travel experiences from around the world – one for every year of ITC. Find us across social media for more travel inspiration. Check out some of our top offers [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/offers], and remember, our dedicated team of Travel Specialists are here to help you start planning your next tailor-made adventure, wherever you want to explore next. Inspiring Travel Website [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/] Instagram: inspiringtravelco [https://www.instagram.com/inspiringtravelco] TikTok: @inspiringtravelco [https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiringtravelco] Facebook: InspiringTravelCo [https://www.facebook.com/InspiringTravelCo/] X: @ITCTravel [https://twitter.com/ITCTravel] The Barbados Takeover series has been supported by Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc [https://corporate.visitbarbados.org/]. and Virgin Atlantic [https://flywith.virginatlantic.com/gh/en/upper-class-cabin-and-seats.html] – Discover the best way to travel to Barbados in Virgin’s iconic Upper Class. Music: Jakob Ahlbom / Sense of Space / courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty  Music: JG / The Sand is Calling / courtesy of courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty

Here at Inspiring Travel, we’re proud to be Barbados experts, with 50 years’ experience of creating tailor-made luxury escapes to this iconic Caribbean island. So, what better way to mark our 50th anniversary than by travelling back to where it all began and being guided around the island by our Barbados Destination Manager, Kerin. In this special series of podcasts, we’ll be bringing you episodes directly from Barbados, joined by friends and well-known faces on the island, so you can immerse yourself in Bajan life and be inspired for your next escape. To discover Barbados [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/caribbean/barbados] and so much more, check out our new 50th Anniversary Collection [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/anniversary], where you’ll find our top 50 travel experiences from around the world – one for every year of ITC. Find us across social media for more travel inspiration. Check out some of our top offers [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/offers], and remember, our dedicated team of Travel Specialists are here to help you start planning your next tailor-made adventure, wherever you want to explore next. Inspiring Travel Website [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/] Instagram: inspiringtravelco [https://www.instagram.com/inspiringtravelco] TikTok: @inspiringtravelco [https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiringtravelco] Facebook: InspiringTravelCo [https://www.facebook.com/InspiringTravelCo/] X: @ITCTravel [https://twitter.com/ITCTravel] The Barbados Takeover series has been supported by Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc [https://corporate.visitbarbados.org/]. and Virgin Atlantic [https://flywith.virginatlantic.com/gh/en/upper-class-cabin-and-seats.html]; discover the best way to travel to Barbados in Virgin’s ultra-comfortable Upper Class. Music: Jakob Ahlbom / Sense of Space / courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty  Music: JG / The Sand is Calling / courtesy of courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty

Join Travel Specialist, Noemi, from our sister brand, Regent [https://www.regent-holidays.co.uk/], on a journey across Southeast Asia and the Far East. Discover the best night markets in Taipei, meet a samurai in Japan, and attend the biggest festival in the Philippines! Regent are experts in off-the-beaten-track escapes – join them on the path less travelled to find your next big adventure. To discover any of these destinations and so much more, check out our new 50th Anniversary Collection [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/anniversary], where you’ll find our top 50 travel experiences from around the world – one for every year of ITC.   Find us across social media for more travel inspiration. Check out some of our top offers [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/offers], and remember, our dedicated team of Travel Specialists are here to help you start planning your next tailor-made adventure, wherever you want to explore next. Inspiring Travel Website [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/] Instagram: inspiringtravelco [https://www.instagram.com/inspiringtravelco] TikTok: @inspiringtravelco [https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiringtravelco] Facebook: InspiringTravelCo [https://www.facebook.com/InspiringTravelCo/]   Music: Jakob Ahlbom / Sense of Space / courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty  Music: Gathering Chi / Michael Maina / courtesy of courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty

Are you dreaming of escaping the cold this festive season? Join our Travel Specialists, Seb and Clare, to discover the best ways to celebrate the festive season in the sun. From Santa in St Lucia to New Year’s Eve in the Maldives, Seb and Clare share their expertise to help you make the most of your seasonal escape. Bringing years of experience to the podcast, they also reveal their top tips for travel at any time of the year. To discover any of these destinations and so much more, check out our new 50th Anniversary Collection [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/anniversary], where you’ll find our top 50 travel experiences from around the world – one for every year of ITC. Find us across social media for more travel inspiration. Check out some of our top offers [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/offers], and remember, our dedicated team of Travel Specialists are here to help you start planning your next tailor-made adventure, wherever you want to explore next. Inspiring Travel Website [https://www.inspiringtravel.co.uk/] Instagram: inspiringtravelco [https://www.instagram.com/inspiringtravelco] TikTok: @inspiringtravelco [https://www.tiktok.com/@inspiringtravelco] Facebook: InspiringTravelCo [https://www.facebook.com/InspiringTravelCo/] Music: Jakob Ahlbom / Sense of Space / courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty  Music: Those Dreaded Gnats / Jungle Bells / courtesy of courtesy of Triple Scoop Music by Getty