Behind The Journey

In episode 8, we welcome Bhavna Mittal, Senior Manager Supplier Enablement at GetYourGuide, to Behind the Journey. Host Liam McNicholas sits down with Bhavna to discuss her inspiring career path—from starting as a Destination Manager in Dubai to leading multiple teams and the Employee Representation Group.Bhavna shares how her cultural background shaped her leadership style, the challenges she’s overcome as a woman of colour in the travel industry, and the tools and support that fueled her growth. She offers candid insights on empowering others, giving constructive feedback, and building inclusive teams. Plus, Bhavna reveals her most memorable travel moments and what motivates her to keep growing.Tune in for a story of resilience, leadership, and the power of embracing your identity at GetYourGuide!Visit getyourguide.careers to explore open roles and join the team shaping the future of travel.Follow GetYourGuide: LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/company/getyourguide-agInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidegetyourguide/?hl=en

Join host Liam as he sits down with Mauricio Gamboa, Engineering Manager, Vivien Pillet, Lead Product Manager, and Lisa Morellini, Lead Product Designer from GetYourGuide’s Product Team. Discover how this dynamic trio collaborates across strategy, design, and engineering to create unforgettable travel experiences. From brainstorming new ideas to launching innovative features, get an insider’s look at what makes GetYourGuide a leader in the travel industry - and hear some of their most memorable travel stories along the way!

In episode 6, we welcome Chris Castle, Senior Software Engineer in the Engineering team at GetYourGuide. In conversation with Liam, host of Behind the Journey, Chris opens up about his unique career journey—from his beginnings in the Partnerships Team to making the leap into tech as a full-stack developer.Together, they explore the motivations behind Chris’s internal move, his passion for technology, and the tools and mentorship that helped him overcome imposter syndrome. Chris shares how GetYourGuide’s supportive culture and growth opportunities empowered him to embrace change and build confidence in a new role. He also discusses his experience mentoring colleagues transitioning into tech, and how he’s paying it forward by helping others forge their own paths.Chris gives us a peek into his current projects with the Engineering team and reveals the travel moments that have left a lasting impression on him.Tune in to hear Chris’s inspiring story of growth, mentorship, and career transformation at GetYourGuide!Build an extraordinary journey!Visit getyourguide.careers to explore open roles and join the team shaping the future of travel.Follow GetYourGuide:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/getyourguide/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getyourguide/

Our latest episode is here!In episode 5, we welcome Amber Cartwright, VP of UX at GetYourGuide. In conversation with Liam, host of Behind the Journey, Amber shares her inspiring career journey, from professional dancer to UX leadership roles at Airbnb and Netflix, and now shaping the future of design at GetYourGuide.Together, they dive into topics like empathy-driven leadership, the integration of AI into design processes, and the importance of collaboration for creating seamless customer experiences. Amber also reflects on her vision for UX innovation, her approach to building cross-functional bridges, and how GetYourGuide’s culture inspires creativity and growth.Tune in to hear how Amber is redefining leadership and design to transform the travel experience industry!For more of Amber’s insights, check out her Substack blog, The Other Half.Build an extraordinary journey!Visit GetYourGuide Careers to explore open roles and join the team shaping the future of travel.Follow GetYourGuide:LinkedIn:GetYourGuide LinkedInInstagram:GetYourGuide Instagram

We are back!In episode 4, we welcome Product Marketing Lead, Prateek Keshari, and Principal AI Engineer, Mathieu Bastian. In conversation with Giacomo Palma, Engineering Manager, we dive into the transformative role of AI at GetYourGuide, exploring its impact across teams, accessibility for non-tech individuals, and future potential. Plus, Prateek shares his inspiring journey from engineering to marketing, while Mathieu discusses how AI bridges gaps for seamless cross-functional collaboration. Tune in to uncover how GetYourGuide is shaping the future of travel experiences!Build an extraordinary journey!Visit https://getyourguide.careers/ to explore open roles and join the team transforming the travel industry.Follow GetYourGuide:- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/getyourguide-ag- Instagram: https://instagram.com/insidegetyourguide