NoteWorthy | Owner, Nicola Butler

January 10, 2021

Today we’re discussing the British Isles – known for the pomp and circumstance of the British Royals, fascinating wartime history, and beautiful landscapes and villages so cute you could pinch them! The magic of the UK (England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland), Ireland and France isn’t in finding something new (it’s all, in fact, very OLD) but in discovering it in new ways and unpeeling those onion layers.

Our guest today is my friend Nicola Butler, who… in the travel world… is pretty famous for the crazy behind the scenes experiences she can organize for select clients. Nic is recognized by Travel and Leisure and Conde Nast for being one of the foremost experts in insider travel to Britain, Ireland, and France.

Nic and I discuss her favorite exclusive experiences, some crazy traveler stories, and how even her parents get involved to make sure our travelers have a truly authentic experience.

Listen to hear:

02:10 – About Nicola’s favorite view in the UK
04:04 – How Nicola’s journey brought her to NoteWorthy
06:11 – About bucket list spots not mentioned in the guidebooks
08:39 – Why experiencing the country like a local is NoteWorthy’s specialty
11:11 – What some exclusive experiences we can organize in London
13:18 – How Nicola’s connections allow her to arrange meet and greets with prominent people
16:06 – How Nicola surprised a guest with front row seats to the royal wedding
19:41 – What Nicola’s favorite historical monument is
20:31 – How you can visit the inside of Downton Abbey, aka Highclere Castle
21:44 – About her choice between Scotland vs. Ireland
23:37 – What you will learn about the world after visiting the UK