In this episode of The Inn Crowd, host Jamie Mattingly sits down with Angie Rice, Co-Founder of Boutique Travel Advisors, to unpack what it really means to design transformational luxury travel experiences. From her background in forensic accounting to building a mission-led agency, Angie shares how her team creates one-of-a-kind itineraries that inspire, connect, and give back.
We explore:


BTA’s unique business model that blends independent and employed advisors


How travel advisors can scale through mentorship and specialization


The growing demand for purpose-driven and culturally immersive travel


Real stories of philanthropic travel that leave a lasting impact


How Angie is mentoring the next generation and advocating for tech upgrades in the travel industry


Whether you’re a hotelier, travel advisor, or luxury experience creator, this episode is packed with insights on how to grow with intention — and how to make every trip matter.

🎧 What Listeners Will Learn:


Why luxury travel is becoming more about transformation than amenities


The importance of defining the “why” behind every itinerary


How to build a travel agency that fosters collaboration, not isolation


Ways to incorporate philanthropy authentically into travel planning


Strategies BTA used to grow organically before ever investing in ads


How mentoring diverse learning styles builds stronger, more loyal teams


The real pain points behind travel tech — and how the industry can evolve


Why multi-gen travel and villa/yacht experiences are trending


How giving back on a trip can reshape both the traveler and the destination



🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode:
👤 Guest – Angie Rice | Boutique Travel Advisors


Website: https://www.travelbta.com


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelbta


Blog: https://www.duvalstreetmedia.com


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duvalstreetmedia


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiemattingly

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