76. The Low Season Advantage: Unlocking Hidden Profit and Purpose in Off-Peak Travel
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
Release Date: 10/01/2025
80. The Future of Glamping: 3D-Printed Eco Pods From Recycled Plastic Bottles!
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
Ready to have your mind blown in the best possible way? In this episode, we're diving into a game-changing innovation that's turning heads in the world of glamping and unique holiday rentals. Imagine a stunning retreat space or glamping pod on your land... fully customisable, ultra-durable, and made entirely from recycled plastic bottles. Sounds like sci-fi? It’s real, it’s happening, and it’s absolutely inspiring. I'm joined by Gean Eidelman, Co-founder of Azure Printed Homes, a trailblazing company using cutting-edge 3D printing tech to create sustainable, design-led structures...
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79 Bali Vibes, Miami Roots: How BAYA is Redefining the Landscape Resort - Ben Wolff
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
Close your eyes and imagine 25 acres of lush tropical fruit trees. You hear the rustle of palms and the sound of water trickling into a grotto carved from natural coral limestone. You’d swear you were in the heart of Bali... but you’re actually just outside of Miami. Today, we’re going behind the scenes of BAYA, a brand-new landscape resort that isn’t just opening doors; it’s defining an entirely new category of hospitality. I’m joined by co-founder Ben Wolf to discuss the 'spark' moment on this land, the challenge of building an elite team, and how they are weaving wellness...
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78. Starting Small, Dreaming Big: How Coorie Retreats Built a Vibrant Glamping Brand
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
What does it take to build a beautiful, thriving glamping brand from scratch, with no hospitality background, limited funds, but a whole lot of creativity? It takes guts to dream big with ambition but no experience, and we can all learn a lot from those who do it. In this episode, we sit down with Eamon Heggarty, the founder of Coorie Retreats, to unpack the inspiring story behind one of the UK’s most talked-about boutique retreat brands. From resourceful financing and clever design choices to mastering social media storytelling, Eamon shares the realities of building a dream business...
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77. Getting Found Online By Your Guests And How AI Is Changing Everything
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
We’re tackling a hot topic that’s causing a stir across the experiential travel world—from glamping hosts and retreat leaders to boutique accommodation owners: Is traditional SEO… officially dead? If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how on earth you’re meant to keep up with the pace of change in the digital world... you're not alone. And today’s episode is one you won't want to miss if you want help keeping up. With AI search, zero-click results, and Google’s new overviews changing the way people find information, website traffic is down across all industries by an...
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76. The Low Season Advantage: Unlocking Hidden Profit and Purpose in Off-Peak Travel
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
What if the “quiet season” wasn’t your biggest booking struggle, but your greatest business opportunity? In this eye-opening episode, Sarah Riley is joined by Ged Brown from Low Season Traveller to explore a powerful shift happening in tourism that few are talking about, but that savvy glamping business owners, retreat leaders, and unique holiday rental hosts need to hear. Together, they unpack: Why rising global travel is creating chaos during peak seasons, and what that means for boutique hosts How low season travel benefits everyone... your guests, your profits, and the...
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75. The 10-Year Shift That Can Change Your Business And Life
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
What if the key to feeling more grounded, more aligned, and more inspired in both life and business… was to think ten years ahead? It might sound like a lifetime away, especially when you’re juggling guests, chasing algorithms, and trying to stay afloat in a world that never slows down. But in this powerful episode, I’m joined by corporate strategist and creative soul Tricia Duffy, the voice behind In 10 Years Time, to explore how a simple mindset shift can change everything. This isn’t about productivity hacks or rigid goal-setting. It’s about legacy. About designing a...
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74. Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands When Buying Domes (And How To Avoid Them)
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
This is a must-listen for anyone dreaming of launching a stunning geodesic dome retreat on their land. Because here’s the truth: what you don’t know about buying domes could cost you thousands. I’m joined by the brilliant Ronnie Smith of Glamping Revolution, one of Europe’s most trusted manufacturers of luxury glamping structures. Based in sunny Portugal, Ronnie and her team don’t just design show-stopping domes (including Europe’s largest suspended dome structure), they also work from inside them. So when it comes to real-world insights, she’s the real deal. In this...
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73. The Great Reset: How Tech, Trends, and Traveller Demands Are Reshaping the Industry
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
The glamping and luxury outdoor hospitality industry is entering a bold new chapter. Sustainability is no longer optional. AI is rewriting how guests find you. And travellers? They’re no longer satisfied with just a pretty stay… they want connection, meaning, and transformation. In this episode, we dive deep into what it really takes to stay relevant as expectations rise and attention spans shrink. With fewer website clicks, smarter algorithms, and constant digital disruption, visibility is no longer a nice-to-have… it’s your survival strategy. Inspired by the timeless lessons in one...
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72. Invisible Energy: How it Can Shape The Success of Your Glamping Resort And Life
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
Powerful energy healing for your land, home, business and life - Today’s episode might just open a doorway to something you’ve always sensed, but never been able to describe. So first I'll ask you… Have you ever walked into a space and immediately felt… something? A sense of calm, clarity, alignment, or maybe the opposite? That reaction is no accident. And in this conversation, we’re exploring why it happens, and how it can change the way we build, host, live and succeed. I’m joined by the wonderful Valentina Cereda a Health and Wellbeing Architect who specialises in...
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71. From Boutique B&B to Soulful Reset Retreats in Brazil: How One Host Built a Unique Hospitality Business and a New Life
The Business Of Glamping And Unique Holiday Rentals
What happens when a love for art, culture and community transforms into a thriving boutique hospitality business in the hills above Rio de Janeiro? In this soulful episode of The Business of Glamping and Unique Holiday Rentals, I sit down with Dacia Young, a passionate Bed and Breakfast owner who left behind the familiar and followed a dream to Brazil’s bohemian heart... Santa Teresa. We explore how her unique 13-room heritage property, expertly decorated with elegant art pieces, became more than just a guest stay… it became a reset space and a sanctuary for rest, reflection, and...
info_outlineWhat if the “quiet season” wasn’t your biggest booking struggle, but your greatest business opportunity?
In this eye-opening episode, Sarah Riley is joined by Ged Brown from Low Season Traveller to explore a powerful shift happening in tourism that few are talking about, but that savvy glamping business owners, retreat leaders, and unique holiday rental hosts need to hear.
Together, they unpack:
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Why rising global travel is creating chaos during peak seasons, and what that means for boutique hosts
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How low season travel benefits everyone... your guests, your profits, and the planet
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Proven strategies to increase bookings, impact, and guest satisfaction during slower months
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Ged’s journey creating the world’s first platform for off-peak travel, and why it’s changing the game
If you’re ready to stop chasing high-season chaos and start designing a glamping or short-stay business that thrives all year round, this conversation will shift your perspective and ignite new ideas.
Plus, you’ll learn how to build a brand that values connection over crowds, and sustainability over saturation, so your unique hospitality experience stays in demand no matter the season.
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