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Steven

Born in the tourism capital of the world to parents that love to travel, I was exposed to many unique destinations at a young age. After graduating from the University of North Florida, I began a career in the wonderful world of travel and tourism. From D.C. to Dublin, Pittsburgh to Paris, Milwaukee to Munich and much more, I’ve been lucky enough to visit some amazing places. There’s always something to learn when discovering new places, and I proudly consider myself a student of travel. Exploring destinations will always be an important part of my life, and I look forward to sharing my experiences with you!

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Cowboys, Indians, and All That Jazz: Grapevine

  • May 14, 2021
Are you trying to figure out your next trip? Here’s an idea – follow the Cowboys, Indians and All That Jazz itinerary! Carefully crafted by destination pros, this multi-day, drivable journey takes you through Texas,...

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The Tourism Academy

  • May 7, 2021
There’s been an absence of proper training and educational resources for those in the travel trade. Stephen Ekstrom  joins the podcast to talk about how the Tourism Academy can change that. With courses that are...

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From Hosting Exchange Students to Traveling the World

  • September 18, 2020
Alix Collins joins Stevie to talk about how a student exchange program opened her mind to the world of travel. After her family took in students from different countries, Alix was introduced to a company...

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3 Key Tips to Start a Podcast

  • August 26, 2020
Destination Beyond Expectations podcast Iceland Steven Gross

This is just one of many blogs on how to start a podcast – I know, I know. BUT as a fairly new podcaster who has gone through the hurdles of launching a podcast, I…

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All About Norway with Diana Parios

  • June 12, 2020
Stevie catches up with his friend Diana Parios, to talk about a wonderful country she recently moved to – Norway! Diana talks about everything from the eco-friendly people, to the high taxes, to the impact...

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Cleveland May Surprise You

  • June 8, 2020

Cleveland often surprises people, despite the unjust tone the city often receives. “I mean, I never heard anybody say I’m going to Cleveland on vacation”, remarked NBA big man Joakim Noah on Cleveland during a…

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