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Why you should use a travel agent for your vegan travel planning | Green Earth Travel | Ep 6

The World Vegan Travel Podcast·Brighde Reed·20 July 2026·33 min

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Send us Fan MailFULL SHOWNOTES HERE! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning we would get a commission if you decide to make a purchase through these links, at no cost to you. In today’s episode, we’ll be talking to Donna from Green Earth Travel. Donna is a veteran travel agent and for many years was the only vegan travel agent in the world. Donna has seen the vegan travel and food industry explode from the slim pickings of sauerkraut for several days in a row in Southern Germany to the rise of the vegan hotel. Donna shares the story about her career as a vegan travel agent, why you should consider using the services of a travel agent and the importance of travel insurance. Donna also dispels myths about hiring a travel agent. Spoiler alert, travel agents do not make your holiday more expensive! Timestamps: 3:30 How Green Earth Travel started 8:15 The vegan travel scene in the 80s 11:25 What does a travel agent do? 20:59 Why travel insurance is an essential expense and what to be aware of 29:20 Myths about travel agentsPlaces we talk about: Travelguard Travel insurance covering pets Green Earth Travel - Donna's website Other World Vegan Travel content connected with this episode 18 Podcasts to inspire vegan travelers + new release 20 top travel destinations in Africa that Vegans need to visit (Part-2) 20 top travel destinations in Africa that Vegans need to visit (Part-1)Why bother with travel insurance? Lessons learned from an extended tripConnect with Donna Website Facebook TwitterRelevant Trips NEW YEAR IN BOTSWANA & CAPE TOWN 28 December 2020 - 6 January 2021Connect with World Vegan Travel Facebook Page Facebook Group Instagram Linkedin Twitter ​You Tube🌿 Our Paris & Dordogne 2027 vegan group trip is now open!Join us for a beautiful journey through charming villages, local markets, château landscapes, and incredible plant-based cuisine — all shared with a small group of like-minded travelers.👉 Discover the trip and grab your Limited-Time Early Bird OfferCheck out our website | Check out all the podcast show notes | Follow us on Instagram