In this episode we meet Ari Charlestein, Owner and “Evil Genius” of Competitours, the only company in the world to offer full-scale international team travel competition trips. Competitours trips combine travel with creative, competitive fun - and a mystery itinerary.  

Ari explains the unique aspects of mystery travel and the Competitours experience, not only from the consumer perspective, but from a planning and logistics point of view too. You’ll learn that mystery travel involves a number of special characteristics that you could say attract a ‘special kind of crazy’ traveller and trip leader. 

Ari’s background in points and miles programmes offers unique insights on consumer habits, loyalty and some interesting post-pandemic overlaps of business travel and game-ified adventure travel. You’ll also hear Ari’s number one business hurdle and ultimate joy. Have a listen… 

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