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In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a soulful conversation with guest Zina Bencheikh, Managing Director EMEA at Intrepid Travel.

Regarded as a leading advocate for gender equality, Zina is on a mission to make the world a more inclusive and just place through travel. Based in Morocco, Zina has overseen record business growth in key markets across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa and has driven opportunities through tourism for women across the world. She is a seasoned speaker and contributor to leading international publications, chair of the Association of Touring and Adventure Suppliers, and a patron and advisor to not-for-profits Education for All and Women in Travel. Zina spends her spare time with her young family and is known for her eye for style and impeccable taste.

Christine and Zina discuss:

· How to make travel more meaningful for guests and host communities

· Having a purpose-aligned business

· The intersection of climate action and gender equity

· How empowering women can reduce the impacts of the climate crisis

· Intrepid’s upcoming expedition to Saudi Arabia

Join Christine for this soulful conversation with Zina Bencheikh!

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Credits. Christine Winebrenner Irick (Host, creator, editor). Original music by Clark Adams. Editing, production, and content writing byCarly Oduardo.

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