Ski Travel | Rick Reichsfeld & Olympian Richelle Blanken

November 23, 2021

Today… we’re going skiing! And not just in Colorado, or Utah, or California – but all over the world from Chile, to Japan, to Italy and France.

Our guests today are the brother and sister team, Rick Reichsfeld and Richelle Blanken. The duo grew up skiing competitively, both raced in college, and then Richelle even raced professionally. When Richelle left the national team – brother and sister teamed up to find a way to make a living from helping others experience the joy of skiing around the world.

We discuss everything from their best tips for families to their favorite destinations, ski runs, and craziest après-ski parties.

If you’re a ski lover, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

Listen to hear:

01:42 – What Rick & Richelle favorite spots are
04:45 – How skiing can offer a unique perspective on life
06:37 – About some behind the scenes stories from the Olympics that most people don’t know
08:55 – How they were inspired to continue their skiing journey
15:05 – What the most underrated skiing destination in Europe is
16:29 – About the best skiing experience for beginners and for party people
20:09 – How you can get your kids interested in this sport
21:24 – What the special places for people who are advanced and adventurous are
23:50 – Why you should hire a travel advisor to plan your next skiing trip
30:08 – About a special memory of a past guest
32:48 – How Rick & Richelle decide on their ski favorites & more
39:45 – What you will learn about the world after taking a ski trip

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