The Eventful Journey: Exploring Global Destinations with McLain Collective

Whether you're looking for fresh destination inspiration or insights from industry leaders who are passionate about delivering unforgettable experiences, this conversation is full of valuable takeaways. 🎙️ Tune in to hear: • The story behind the creation of Smoozy • How their approach to destination management sets them apart • Why Scotland continues to captivate meeting and incentive groups...

🎙️ Peru, Perfected: Creating Once-in-a-Lifetime Journeys with Be Peru In this episode of The Eventful Journey , we head deep into the heart of South America to explore why Peru continues to rise as one of the most compelling destinations for meetings, incentives, and once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences. Joined by the team at Be Peru , we uncover what truly sets Peru apart—from its rich cultural...

Episode Notes Guest: Erick Mendez Featured Partner: Inspira DMC Costa Rica Destination Spotlight: Costa Rica In this episode of The Eventful Journey , we sit down with Erick Mendez , founder and owner of Inspira DMC Costa Rica , to explore what truly sets Costa Rica apart as a world-class destination for meetings, incentives, and events—and why the right local partner makes all the difference. Wit...

Join us for the latest episode with industry partner, Raleen Swift, and VAT IT Stream. During this episode, we discuss the implications of worldwide shipping logistics, and Raeleen offers advice to meeting planners on how to ensure a hassle-free way to import and ship goods for your meetings and incentives.  More information about VAT IT Stream can be found at  https://www.vatitstream.com/  or con...

In this episode of The Eventful Journey , Nikki McLain sits down with James Gallego of Muisca Events to explore why Colombia is one of the most vibrant, diverse, and inspiring destinations for meetings and incentive travel . From the bustling streets of Bogotá to the charm of Cartagena and the natural beauty of Medellín, James shares insider knowledge on what makes Colombia stand out for event pla...

In this episode of The Eventful Journey , Nikki sits down with her South American partner, Gabriel Perez of GOAT DMC – “Go On A Trip” to explore what makes them one of the most creative and trusted destination management companies in the region. Together, we dive into: How GOAT DMC brings incentive travel and corporate events to life across South America. The hidden gems and must-see destinations...

Season 1, Episode 1 of The Eventful Journey , featuring Ivan Garcia and Pablo Ruiz from V2K Panama. Learn about the remarkable destination of Panama. This podcast is all about spotlighting unforgettable global destinations and the incredible DMC partners who help bring meetings and incentive trips to life.