Jess – Marketing Coordinator
Education and Interests
I grew up in a small town in Derbyshire, where I attended local schools and worked part-time in hospitality while completing my GCSEs. I pursued a course in 3D art and design at college, which combined photography, fine art, graphic design, and architecture. This experience motivated me to enroll at the University of Lincoln to study Interior Architecture. However, after a year, I realized that university wasn’t the right fit for me; while I enjoyed interior design as a hobby, I wanted to explore other career opportunities. Fortunately, my passion for graphic design remained strong, leading me to research potential career paths.
Marketing Apprenticeships
During my research, I discovered the field of marketing and came across EMA Training, where I applied for various vacancies. After a successful interview for the Level 3 course, I was placed in a talent pool that connected me with an employer, allowing me to begin my training. I recently completed the course with distinction. To further advance my skills and career, I am now starting my Level 4 Marketing Executive course at MSG Tours.
Travel
Traveling has always been a passion of mine. My latest family vacation took us to sunny Florida, where we explored various parks and attractions I had always wanted to visit. Following that, we enjoyed a week in Playa De Carmen, Mexico, my favorite part of the trip filled with sunshine, jet skiing, beautiful beaches, and encounters with local wildlife.
I also traveled to Amsterdam in December for a short city break, where I enjoyed the Heineken Experience, visited the Fabrique des Lumières, and took a lovely canal boat cruise.
My dream destinations include Australia to see the iconic Sydney Opera House and enjoy its stunning beaches, as well as Thailand for exploring islands like Phuket and Ko Samui. I hope to experience them both someday!
Lauren – Tour Operator
Early Years
My love for travel began during my childhood through various family vacations. In secondary school, I volunteered for a month in Tanzania, working to improve education and wildlife conservation efforts. This experience enabled me to explore towns like Moshi, Tanga, Dodoma, Siha, and Mwanza, before embarking on a memorable safari where I camped with elephants. I concluded my trip by earning my PADI scuba diving qualification while relaxing on stunning sandy beaches.
This trip truly ignited my passion for travel!
Sports and Education
Sports have always been a significant part of my life, including football, cricket, netball, swimming, and martial arts. I also spent five years as a swimming instructor.
I pursued a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Derby, which I completed this past May. This course introduced me to the concepts of sports tourism, integrating two of my greatest passions, and I decided that this industry would be my career focus.
Travel
To celebrate my university graduation, I spent a month traveling through Vietnam and Cambodia, starting in Hanoi and ending in Siem Reap. Vietnam, which has long been on my bucket list, may have just become my new favorite destination. The trip was filled with memorable experiences, including Vietnamese and Cambodian cooking classes, kayaking in Ha Long Bay, cycling in the mountains of Ninh Binh, and visiting the magnificent Angkor Wat. Upon returning home, I attended a very rainy (yet entertaining) British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
I look forward to my journey at MSG Tours and the exciting travel opportunities it offers!
