GOLDEN BEACH AWARD 2024
Experts and Influencers
Kirsten is a full time travel photographer who has worked in more than 60 countries and on six continents for some of the most awarded campaigns in new media. Her portfolio of clients has included brands in travel, fashion and lifestyle ranging from Four Seasons and SPG to Ted Baker and Amarula. She resides in Los Angeles when she is not traveling on assignment.
Blogger for over 10 years, traveler and passionate about experiences.
Ady is a charismatic personality with a serious love of travel and family. When her passport isn’t in heavy rotation, she can be found at home with her husband, son, and two pups in Atlanta. Ady is a #1 Bestselling Author of the children’s book, Her Body Can, and founder of @Verbalgoldblog, a global travel and lifestyle blog since 2012. ADY means to Always Do You!
Meagan Wristen is a travel expert and the founder of Mommy Travels, a travel blog covering destinations from all around the world. She will go anywhere and try anything. Mommy Travels covers topics like travel tips, reviews of hotels and restaurants, activity suggestions, itineraries, and more. Whether you are on a tight budget and need to stay close to home, or able to have a luxury European vacation, Mommy Travels can help you plan the ultimate travel experience.
Travel Blogger & Photographer from California who's obsessed with music festivals, scuba diving, and flying his drone.
At PlacesofJuma, Martina and Jürgen document their journeys across the globe. Driven by their love for photography, they constantly seek out the most breathtaking destinations and scenic spots.
Stefano Cicchini, Travel Content Creator, voted among the top 25 travel influencers in the world in 2024 by Afluencer.com and in 2021 by Mindstorm. Stefano actively collaborates with major tourism boards worldwide, including: Visit Finland, Visit Thailand, Polish National Tourist Office, Visit Dubai, Visit Saudi, etc. He has also partnered with world-renowned brands such as Mercedes Benz, American Express, Toyota, MSC Cruises, etc. He has been featured in leading Italian and international publications, including: Ansa, Blasting News, Yahoo Finance, Adnkronos, RTL 102.5, and Thrive Global.
Based in Dubai and Rome, with a background in marketing, I got specialized in luxury travel, being one of the best influencers in the industry as I am also nominated at the Influencers Gala 2024 in Dubai. Over the years, I reviewed the best venues all over the world and this gave me the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of the world which now offers me the ability to have an objective view over any travel related matters! The quality content I make can be found on the pages from the most luxurious hotels and sites. My experience in this industry in the past 7 years speaks louder than words.
Influencer and travel blogger for passion, that passion that with perseverance becomes work. I tell travel stories, I let images and videos speak and tell my vision of the world for me. I like to define myself as a traveller, one of those who while travelling, with his shoes still in the middle of the Sahara desert, is already planning an on the road in Australia. I like to leave without expecting anything.
Meet Max Haase, the leading German travel influencer ranked number one by Likeometer. Max is your ultimate guide for all things related to travel and lifestyle. Originating from Germany, Max has been journeying across the world full-time since 2016, transforming his wanderlust into his biggest passion. Whether backpacking hidden tourism gems, embarking on epic road trips in his van, or navigating the seas on his sailboat, Max embodies both minimalistic and luxurious lifestyles, guided by the motto: you only live once! Join Max Haase on his adventures as he shares captivating stories, breathtaking destinations, and valuable travel tips.
I am professional cinematographer based in Greece. I created my own company that creates videos and photos for yachting, residencies, TV ads and much more. Travelling around the world is my dream.
Sigrid - Travel blogger from Belgium showing unique places in the world with a soft spot for exotic destinations and nature.
Voted the Best British Travel Blog at the British Travel Awards, Big World Small Pockets is a leading UK travel website largely focused on good value adventures within outdoors and offbeat destinations. Founder, Steph Parker is a travel addict, writer, photographer and content creator who has visited over 90 countries worldwide and is committed to showing other how to travel better for less.
Made in France, a Londoner by adoption and a true adventurer in spirit. Fortunate to be able to spend time travelling and working on personal projects, the search for new experiences and exploring the unknown pushes me to evolve my vision with passion, curiosity and dedication.
Lavina Dsouza is a South Asian journalist, multi-nominated content creator and international speaker whose work has been published in The Washington Post, Gastro Obscura and others. She writes about travel, food and culture on ContinentHop.com.
I am 23 years old, I dedicate myself to promoting environmental sustainability and human and social rights to contribute to the change of our planet Earth.
Laurence and Jessica Norah are the British-American travel blogging couple behind photography & adventure travel blog Finding the Universe and luxury / couples travel blog Independent Travel Cats. They've been traveling and sharing their experiences to help other plan their travels since 2010.
Claudia Tavani was born and raised in Cagliari, Sardinia, where she currently lives. She is a former human rights lawyer and academic who abandoned her career to follow her true calling. Through her sites, Strictly Sardinia and My Adventures Across The World, she aims to inspire others to travel more, and travel better and to visit what she believes is the most beautiful island in the world.
Through helpful tips and visually stunning content, I have built a vibrant community of passionate adventurers who rely on my recommendations and seek inspiration from my adventures.
Travel writers Sundeep and Bedabrata, not only cover popular sightseeing options but also write about offbeat travel experiences, technology, arts, crafts and cuisine on their blog Delhi-Fun-Dos.com and social media channels.
Hi there! I'm Rachel, a professional photographer, content creator, historian and influencer with over six years’ experience of working with hotels, restaurants, tourism boards, food and drink brands, and other local businesses. I am a proud New York native who loves to explore all over the world and promote local businesses, events and activities to my followers!
AnnMarie John is a travel and lifestyle blogger on a mission to visit every country in the world with her daughter. Visit her website for family travel tips and more.
Dorota and Jarek – we are a young-spirited couple that showcases the world from the perspective of four elements: water, earth, air, and… taste buds. We are enthusiasts of independent travel, nature, cuisine and wine, as well as diving and trekking. We love photography, underwater and drone too, shooting and editing of films. We are the authors of the popular polish travel blog Szalone Walizki (Crazy Suitcases).
We are Iva and Branko from Croatia. We are the authors of one of the most popular "travel" websites in Croatia - Putoholicari, where we cover travel topics from all over the world.
Danila Caputo is an Italian travel blogger working and living between Naples and the Amalfi Coast. She is a former writer and translator whose work has been published in magazines and books, both in Italy and in the US. She's been traveling since she was a child. In 2017 she decided to start sharing her experiences in her blog "Travelling Dany - Every Corner a story" to help others plan their trips.
Rachel Ferrucci is an expert in luxury travel and beauty, and founder of Salty and Stylish, a travel, beauty, and family blog. Along with her husband, the empty nesters take the audience on adventures afar and locally and despite the allure of everything luxe, Rachel knows the value of a dollar and isn't afraid to share her savvy saving tips while still indulging in the finer things in life. With an insatiable appetite for adventure and a keen eye for life's little luxuries, Rachel guides her audience through a tapestry of experiences, travel tips, and reviews with authenticity and relatability.
We are Matt & Danielle, full-time travel content creators and digital nomads who have been travelling the world for the last 2+ years. We're passionate about sharing unforgettable experiences, hidden gems and must-see locations in the most beautiful destinations.
Danni and Fede are a travel couple from the US and Argentina who met on cruise ships, and now are the founders of a content creation company and travel blog.
Anna and Marcin Nowak. One of the most popular and awarded polish travelbloggers with big ecosystem (blog, yt channels, ig and fb profiles) and half milion audience. Book authors and tv hosts.
Federico has visited almost 100 countries and has been traveling with his family for almost a decade. Co-author of Fodor's travel guides and appearances in media outlets he's always planing their next trip or a challenging adventure.
Travel and food freelance journalist.
Digital nomad family from CPH, Denmark travelling as sustainably as possible to experience gorgeous beaches, beautiful nature, local culture and eat delicious vegan food.
Olly Gaspar is a recognized travel expert, professional travel photographer, and adventure travel blogger. Traveling full-time since 2018, Olly has published over 700 comprehensive travel guides based on his experiences on his blog We Seek Travel. His expert travel insights and photographic visuals have featured in leading outlets including Condé Nast Traveler, the Canberra Times, and the Daily Mail. Olly has also worked closely on dozens of adventure travel campaigns, including collaborations with major tourism boards and industry leaders such as Visit Malta, the Seychelles Tourism Board, and Tourism Tropical North Queensland.
Based in Cardiff, Wales, Kacie writes the multi award-winning food and travel blog, The Rare Welsh Bit. Established in 2010, the blog has previously been featured by the likes of BBC One, BBC Wales, Food 52, and Metro. A member of the Guild of Food Writers, Kacie has also written for Visit Wales, Sainsbury’s Magazine, Co-op Food Mag, World Travel Market, The Sun, and other publications.
Sara Dyson is the founder of Expat in Croatia, the top English-language resource for anyone who wants to connect with Croatia. She is a consultant, public speaker, and Croatia fangirl. Despite not having Croatian heritage, she spends her days helping others live in and love Croatia.
Drugstore Divas is a frugal lifestyle blog focused on travel, food, crafts, and stretching your budget. It's run by the husband and wife team Lisa & Pete.
Asia based journalist, blogger and travel content creator running luxury travel & lifestyle blog Deluxshionist, contributor writer of various media & travel platform @theluxuryasia.
Dividing her time between Canada, Guatemala and Mexico (or the nearest tropical beach), Michele Peterson is the publisher of A Taste for Travel, an online magazine focused on food, drink and sun destinations. Her award-winning travel and food writing has appeared in Lonely Planet’s cookbook Mexico: From the Source, National Geographic Traveler, Fodor’s and 100+ other publications.
Raymond Cua is a full-time travel & food writer, blogger and content creator, and the founder & publisher of Travelling Foodie and Journey Traveler with experience travelling in over 30+ countries and more than half of the United States and Canada.
Jen is a travel blogger, hiker and small business owner. She recently hiked across all 10 national parks in England with her rescue dog Cookie and loves nothing more than coastal hiking along and above Britain's beaches.
Robert Prazak is editor of reisekompass, leading website for travel & lifestyle in Europe. He is journalist with more than 20 years of experience.