GURU: noun [C] /guːruː/ an expert in a particular subject who gives advice
Share your travel content, stories & tips and we'll feature them across our socials (multiple platforms totalling 1.5m followers!) as well as becoming an advocate for your chosen locations across our website for future travellers to be inspired by!
Meet our Travel Gurus
SEE ALLFrom influencers and content creators to full-time explorers and industry professionals, get an insight into their top tips, favourite destinations and general touring advice!
What do you love most about Zanzibar?
"The people are so friendly and relaxed."
A 'MUST' whilst you're there?
A 'MUST' whilst you're there?
Must pack items for Zanzibar
"A good camera and lens for the fascinating wildlife!"
About Our
ellenscapes
- Travel Photographer
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Countries Visited:
32 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Zanzibar
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Dream Destination:
Costa Rica
- About them:
Passionate wildlife and travel photographer, capturing the beauty of our planet. With an eye for detail and a love for exploring landscapes and cities, my goal is to share the wonders of the world.
What do you love most about Lake Bohinj?
"The nature, the landscape and the colour of the mountain lake water is like nothing else I’ve ever seen - so inviting!"
A 'MUST' whilst you're there?
Make time for...
"At the west side of the lake is the Savica Waterfall, it is a 30-minute hike up 500 steps but well worth the effort to see this little gem of a place!"
Must pack items for Lake Bohinj
"If you really want to experience the beauty of the lake make sure you take a comfy pair of hiking boots and of course, a swimming costume to take a dip in the purest water ever!"
About Our
travellustlarry
- Adventure Traveller
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Countries Visited:
66 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Bolivia, Pakistan
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Dream Destination:
Ethiopia , Iran , Namibia, Georgia
- About them:
With 25 years experience of travelling , discovering & exploring our beautiful Planet i look to take the "Road less Travelled" and hope to inspire others to do the same thru my adventures & photos
@om_our_travels's Top Tips
"If travelling from Colombo, definitely get the train that hugs the coast. It takes 3 hours, and it’s a true Sri Lankan experience… especially in 2nd class!"
A 'MUST' whilst you're there?
What do you love most about Fort?
"There are so many small boutique cafés in Fort providing a whole host of foodie choices!"
Favourite time of year to visit Fort
"We went in March and the weather was humid and warm - no rain though which was great!"
About Our
om_our_travels
- Traveller
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Countries Visited:
12 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Vietnam
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Dream Destination:
Japan/South Korea
- About them:
We are Ollie & Meg, and we quit our jobs in March 2023 to travel the world. We are in our late 20s, and looking for experiences and adventures post Covid-19!
What do you love most about Osaka?
"Without a doubt, its vibrant and energetic atmosphere. The city pulses with life, from its bustling streets and lively markets to its dynamic food scene and welcoming locals."
A 'MUST' whilst you're there?
Must-do when in Osaka?
"Sampling street food is a must-do experience. Head to Dotonbori, where you can feast on iconic dishes like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushikatsu."
About Our
Thetravelbugisreal
- Content Creator
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Countries Visited:
27 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Japan
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Dream Destination:
Argentina
- About them:
Weekend getaway or longer escape, I’m constantly on the move exploring new destinations. From bustling cities to tranquil nature spots, I’m on the hunt for my next travel fix alongside the 9-5 grind.
What do you love most about Niger?
"Like a National Geographic expedition - 1000km literally in the middle of nowhere. The Guérewol festival is an annual event - a male “beauty pageant” so to speak, the location was chosen for the suitability of livestock. "
@maantigo 's Top Tips
"•No wifi, internet or any other facilities available •No running water or electricity •High temperatures ( 40C +) and dust the norm •Come with everything you require - the festival lasts a week "
What do you love most about Niger?
"Electric atmosphere 24/7 - male “contestants” sing and dance, complete with “costume change” to woo potential female suitors day and night. 100% unique experience "
Do you love off-the-beaten-track adventures?
"If you do, this is truly it! "
About Our
maantigo
- Travel Photographer
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Countries Visited:
174 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Yemen
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Dream Destination:
Saudi Arabia
- About them:
A visual storyteller and avid explorer. l have travelled to over 170 countries/territories on all 7 continents. It has certainly taught me the world is changed by our example and not our opinion.
What's unique about Cuba?
"This is one place where night photography is just as amazing as it is during the day."
About Our
theresamuthphotography
- Travel Photographer
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Countries Visited:
7 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Love all of them!
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Dream Destination:
Maldives
- About them:
I am a photographer that loves to travel. I prefer the be off of the tourist path whenever possible. I love learning new cultures and lifestyles.
Best tip for off-roading...
"Sometimes off-roading takes you to places where you don't want to go. Like a swamp... So before driving into an unknown area discover the road by foot. Otherwise, you will end up like we did."
About Our
Our.overland.adventures
- Traveller
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Countries Visited:
19 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Kyrgyzstan
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Dream Destination:
Madagascar
- About them:
We, Lotte and Milan, are travelling the world with our Toyota Land cruiser 100. Our first goal is to reach Mongolia, which is not far away anymore! And then? The plan is to go to the Arabic peninsula.
An absolute must do?
"A sailing trip in the Hol Man Marine Reserve. We were lucky enough to see stingrays, turtles and... Manatees!"
@deardishablog's Top Tips
"Head to any convenience shop and you'll be able to hire a bike for the day. It's a great way to get around and see the island."
What do you love most about Caye Caulker?
"The only motorised vehicles on the streets are golf buggies so you can imagine the pace on the island is slow, calm and relaxing - the perfect antidote to a busy travel schedule."
About Our
deardishablog
- Travel Blogger
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Countries Visited:
17 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Lake Atitlán
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Dream Destination:
Rio de Janeiro
- About them:
Travelling with the aim to visit 30 countries before I turn 30!
What do you love most about Golden Circle Day Tours?
"You will get to see 3 beautiful and very different places on Iceland's Golden Circle. Pingvellir National Park, the geothermal area of Geysir and Gullfoss Waterfall."
Favourite time of year to visit Golden Circle Day Tours
"I loved visiting during the winter. The landscape is covered in snow & ice and if you are lucky you will get a cold, crisp clear day and see the Golden Circle at its best!"
About Our
travellustlarry
- Adventure Traveller
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Countries Visited:
66 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Bolivia, Pakistan
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Dream Destination:
Ethiopia , Iran , Namibia, Georgia
- About them:
With 25 years experience of travelling , discovering & exploring our beautiful Planet i look to take the "Road less Travelled" and hope to inspire others to do the same thru my adventures & photos
What are your favourite places in Laos?
"Our top three places to visit are Nong Khiaw, Vang Vieng and Don Det. They are all unique in their own way, featuring amazing viewpoints, waterfalls and the most spectacular sunsets we have ever seen."
What do you love most about Laos?
"Laos isn’t as touristic as its neighbour Thailand, and offers a lot of thrilling adventures such as hot air ballooning, quad tours, and hiking. It has a fascinating rural decor next to the Mekong."
Must pack items for Laos
"Don’t forget to bring hiking boots, a swimsuit and a good sense of adventure."
Favourite time of year to visit Laos
"Visiting Laos in January almost guarantees good weather! Tourism is still low, which makes visiting Laos a very authentic, adventurous experience."
About Our
Ourtravels_withkids
- Content Creator
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Countries Visited:
47 Countries
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Favourite Destination:
Bolivia
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Dream Destination:
Jordan
- About them:
Adventurous travel family currently on a six month adventure in South East Asia and Australia. Waterfalls, epic viewpoints and adventurous activities make our heart beat a bit faster.
Share your passion!
Anybody can take a picture but can you inspire and create excitement by sharing your experiences?
We've handpicked our Travel Gurus because we think they can, by sharing their knowledge and passion for chosen destinations in the form of a short feature. Curate a unique Guru feature with images, videos and top tips and we will add on your profile card so that people can choose to follow you or get in touch with you.
It's super quick to upload a few pictures, answer optional questions and we will get in touch once they are posted!
What's in it for tourhub?
A destination is more than just a stock photo and a 10-year-old review of a 'great day for all the family', each destination has a story to tell.
We don't just want to be another company promoting our most popular products, we want to empower travelers to share their personal stories and unbiased experiences to help others be inspired and confident about their trip selections.
Yes it's free content for us, but don't worry, we already have plenty of that direct from suppliers and customers!
What's in it for you?
It's simple - Share and get shared!
- Socials - You'll always be credited & tagged (or asked to collaborate) if we share your feature on stories, posts or reels across our multiple social platforms (total following 1.5m).
- Website & Emails - Your content will be viewed by thousands of web visitors daily as well as our travel-hungry email database! Remember we will always link with your social handle!
- Guru Status - Our customers are genuine travelers with a thirst for travel inspiration. You will be seen as an expert, working in collaboration with an aggregator of over 750 of the world's leading tour operators.
- Discount - Watch out for your personal travel discount code (for use sitewide) when you have submitted your first Travel guru Feature!
- Our influencer community - tourhub acts as a crucial connection between influencers & operators or tourism boards who are regularly looking for new collaboration opportunities. We keep our influencers updated with FAM trip and marketing opportunities.
- Discount codes - Once you’ve submitted a Travel Guru feature, you’ll receive a discount code which can be used across our website, as well as a code for you to share with your followers!
You can also choose to join our Affiliate program so that you can earn from your socials.
Sign up to be a tourhub travel guru
Step 1: Join our community
Complete a quick profile including at least one social handle so that we can always credit your content. It also helps us keep you up to date with new ways in which we work with our community of influencers and affiliates.Step 2: Create a Travel Guru feature
1. Select the destination you have expert knowledge in (Try to avoid whole countries and stick to specific areas, landmarks or towns so that your feature is one of a kind!) 2. Add your inspiring images, starting with your cover image. 3. Add your helpful travel tips and give a unique perspective. Choose between the questions or create your own, you can also just show 'image only'. 4. Your profile card will automatically fill with the image and info that you uploaded in your profile. Then we'll generate and promote your content across our website and socials.Step 3: Submit & get shared
Between our following on multiple social platforms (1.5m) and our web visitors and loyal customers, you're sure to get your content and travel expertise noticed! There's even an opportunity to earn with our affiliate program. Visit our Facebook pages tourhub or Travel Goals. Check out our Instagram profiles tourhub or tourhub Adventures. Take a look at our Pinterest.@biankadventures's Guru Testimonial
"I can confidently say that this has been an incredible opportunity for me to share my travel experiences and insights with a community of like-minded individuals. The platform allows me to connect with fellow travelers, exchange ideas, and provide valuable advice on destinations, accommodations, and activities. I appreciate the discounts & exclusive offers for both me and my followers. It makes it easier and more affordable to book trips. It’s also exciting to gain even more exposure for my content. Overall, I highly recommend becoming a Travel Guru to anyone who is passionate about travel and wants to share their knowledge while also benefiting from various perks and opportunities."@goodsonjd's Guru Testimonial
"Being a Travel Guru is a great way to share your passion for travel and reach a wider audience with your photos and content. You can showcase your favourite destinations and help other travellers have the best possible experience. Partnering with tourhub can also help fund your own travels through affiliate earnings and as a bonus, you and your followers get access to discounts on tours across the tourhub platform."@tiffanyswindow's Guru Testimonial
"I have been so impressed with the opportunity to share my content and photography. Tourhub has featured me on their website, email listings and social media channels, giving me exposure and the opportunity to share my experiences with a wider audience who are interested in travel. I have gained so much confidence to share stories, and hopefully inspire others to explore the world. There are many other benefits of being a Travel Guru, such as discounts and affiliate opportunities! It’s a great platform for connecting with other travelers and learning about new destinations. It has been such a rewarding experience, and I'm so grateful that I'm able to grow through their platform."@travellustlarry's Guru Testimonial
"Being a Travel Guru is a great opportunity for me to help inspire others to go explore our planet. It gives me the chance to showcase my adventures, travels and photos from 25 years of exploring throughout tourhub's social media channels and helps to inspire people to get away from the "9 to 5" routine. I get to regularly create travel features on my trips that are posted through tourhub's several platforms. Another great thing is the affiliate scheme. I get discounts on trips, and I also get to share a special discount with my followers! The icing on the cake of a very fulfilling & rewarding Travel Guru scheme!"How To Become A Travel Guru?
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