Who am I?
Hey, I’m Rudi and I’m deeply curious about what’s going on in the travel industry. I started exploring travel when I enrolled into the Faculty of Tourism in Slovenia where I got a master’s degree in Tourism Management.
After and between that, I got a 360° view of the industry:
Started at 19 as a hospitality worker
Worked in academia
Founder of one of the first tourism podcasts in Slovenia
Organizer of networking retreats for travel professionals
Mentor for students of tourism - rewarded and recognized by Google.org
Co-founder of a socially responsible startup, acquired by an international organization
Slovenia Travel Massive Chapter Leader
Business and Product Development at World Discovery
Because of my curiosity to explore travel on a personal and business level, I decided to share with the world what I’m reading and working on.
What to expect?
This newsletter is my personal journal on my thoughts about the implications of the newest trends and technological and non-technological innovations in the tourism industry. From AI and Blockchain to experience design and sustainable practices.
I want to highlight the latest innovations and best practices in sustainable tourism, where travel can be a force for good - socially, economically and ecologically.
The newsletter will feature my research findings, real-life experiences, predictions, educational material from conferences and recaps of things I read and are relevant to travel.
It will sometimes be shorter, sometimes longer. It will be like the cocktail in a bar in Slovenia called ‘‘Inspiration in the moment’’ (literal translation) where the drink you get depends on the bartender’s inspiration.
What people say about my journal?
“Thanks to Rudi's article, I am able to understand World Tourism conditions and trends.”
Kotaro, Professor
“Rudi's Travel Journal is an insightful treasure trove that combines expert knowledge and personal experience to illuminate the dynamic world of travel with engaging and educational content.”
Dejan, Vice Dean for Internationalization
"Very great articles and super helpful for my own thesis on this topic, thank you! :)."
Hanna, Student
“A must-read for staying on top of the happenings in the travel industry.”
Jaka, Project Manager
Who is it for?
Travel and hospitality professionals, researchers, community leaders, tourism students.
If you’re curious about what’s going on in travel and you feel adventurous, this newsletter is for you.
Current readers come from the following organizations: Travel Massive, SOKA University, Cabin, University of Primorska, Winding Tree, Qvrse.io, Fairbnb.coop, Intercontinental, Plumia, Agartha and others.
When to expect it?
You’ll get it in your inbox every second Sunday at 18:00 CET.
You’re welcome to join my travel journal!
Want to chat? Reach out on LinkedIn.
