S1E11 - From History Books to Booking Tours: Chris MacNeil's London Journey

Meetings and Miles - https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetingsandmiles/

Hosts:

Pamela Wilton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelawilton/

Mark Peters - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdpeters17/

e: [email protected]

Guest: Chris MacNeil https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissmacneil/

https://www.bespokelondontours.co.uk/

In this episode of Meetings of Miles, hosts Pamela and Mark introduce their fascinating guest, Chris MacNeil. Chris shares his unique background, starting as a historian in Canada before moving into the tech world, and eventually becoming a tour guide in London. He recounts his journey from Ottawa to Halifax, his initial challenges in finding work as a historian, and how he pivoted to start his own company teaching people how to use the internet. Chris also delves into his transition from the tech industry in Canada and the UK to running bespoke walking tours in London. He explains how his extensive travel experience and love for history enhance his ability to provide engaging tours, especially for corporate clients. The episode concludes with Chris highlighting the importance of human connection in travel and the deeper understanding it brings to life and history.

00:00 Welcome to Meetings of Miles

01:20 Introducing Our Guest: Chris MacNeil

02:08 Chris MacNeil's Journey from Historian to Tech Entrepreneur

03:40 Building an Internet Company in the 90s

08:13 Expanding Horizons: Travel and Business Ventures

12:21 Transition to London and New Ventures

18:32 Becoming a Tour Guide in London

21:37 Client Hospitality and Donor Engagement

22:20 Facilitating Connections and Bonding

22:28 Understanding Client Needs

23:30 Tour Themes and Practicalities

25:35 Storytelling and Personal Connections

30:43 Cultural Differences in Business Travel

37:24 The Joy of Travel and Human Connection

38:21 Conclusion and Contact Information

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