“It’s the adventure that makes you travel within as well as outside, by the connection you have with the environment you’re in and where it takes you and how it makes you grow and change.” - Elyse MailhotIn this episode, Christine hosts a soulful conversation with transformational travel proponent Elyse Mailhot. Elyse is the Founder and CEO of EM Adventure Marketing, a boutique consultancy specializing in integrated marketing and communication in transformational adventure travel. Elyse brings over 25 years of industry experience and an impressive global media portfolio, having worked with some of North America’s most innovative tourism organizations and DMOs, including Destination Canada, Tourism Vancouver, Destination BC, and leading adventure tour specialists around the world.Christine and Elyse discuss:The transformational power of travelCreating micro-travel experiences in our everyday livesThe power of saying “No” to create more balance in our lives and businessesThe concept of awe and what it means in travel and our livesCreating a positive impact through responsible storytellingJoin Christine now for this soulful conversation with Elyse Mailhot.LOVE these soulful conversations? We rely on listener support to produce our podcast! Make a difference by making a donation to Lotus Sojourns on PayPal.  Are you a Soul of Travel subscriber? Click here to subscribe to Apple Podcasts, so you don’t miss the latest episodes!Listener reviews help expand our reach and help us rise up the ranks! Rate and review your favorite episodes on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app.?​​​​​​​​To learn more about Elyse and EM Marketing, visit the website at http://emadventuremarketing.com/.Connect with Elyse on LinkedIn!Follow EM Adventure Marketing on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook! Looking for ways to be a part of the Lotus Sojourns community? Learn more here!Find Lotus Sojourns on Facebook, or join the Lotus Sojourns Collective, our FB community for like-hearted women.Follow us on Instagram: @lotussojourns and @souloftravelpodcastTo read a complete transcript, see full show notes, and access resources and links mentioned in this episode, head to https://www.lotussojourns.com/podcast-episodes/episode121.Credits. Christine Winebrenner Irick (Host, creator, editor). Elyse Mailhot (Guest). Original music by Clark Adams. Editing, production, and content writing by Carly Oduardo.Support the show