Exploring Ireland’s Beauty, Health, and Wellness with Leafy Green Tours.
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In today’s episode, we're chatting with Ruth O’Meara, a hiking guide, surf instructor, and the director of Leafy Green Tours—a bespoke adventure company based in Ireland.
Ruth shares her fascinating journey from the world of international business to her passion for outdoor wellness and guiding visitors through Ireland’s lush landscapes, as well as the transformative power of spending time in nature, the rise of wellness travel, and the unique draw of Ireland’s surf spots and hiking trails.
DISCUSSION
1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
2. Ruth O'Meara’s Personal and Professional Journey
3. The Outdoor Culture in Ireland and the COVID-19 Impact
4. Campervans, Camping, and Shifts in Travel Trends
5. Urban Hiking and Accessible Nature Spaces
6. Founding Leafy Green Tours: Inspiration and Development
7. Leafy Green Tours: Wellness-Centered Experience
8. Guest Demographics and Travel Logistics
9. Technology, Decompression, and Tour Ethos
10. Preparation and Guest Planning for Bespoke Tours
11. Guest Experiences and Memorable Stories
12. Team Vision and Guide Alignment
13. Leafy Green Tours Website and Sample Tours
14. Seasonality and Best Times to Visit Ireland
15. Reflections and Aha Moments
16. Book Recommendation and Final Thoughts
17. Episode Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways
LEARN MORE
To learn more about Leafy Green Tours, visit their website at https://www.leafygreentours.com.
MEDIA
https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2015/06/hiking-mental-health-06301
BOOK RECOMMENDATION
Hitching for Hope: A Journey into the Heart and Soul of Ireland - https://www.amazon.com/Hitching-Hope-Journey-Heart-Ireland/dp/1603589570
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KEYWORDS
Tags: Leafy Green Tours, Nature, Mental Health, Wellness Travel, Outdoor Adventure Series, PodMatch
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