I have travelled the world while actively working in the travel industry, and escorted groups to many different countries. In B.C. , through Canadian Tourism College, I trained students entering the travel industry, conducted seminars for consumers about international destinations to promote travel, and worked as a certified Super Host trainer for Tourism British Columbia .Since 2007, I am co-owner of Aligra Wine & Spirits, a boutique, independent wine and spirits retail business at West Edmonton Mall, with my partner in Edmonton, Alberta . Our goal is to be the best boutique liquor store in Alberta offering the highest level of customer service and quality selection of well priced products. We provide a hand-picked selection of great wines at good prices in a friendly and ambient shopping environment. We are proud to offer an international selection of wines as well as an impressive selections of Scotches, Rums & Tequilas. Custom gift baskets and creative wine & spirits education are specialties along with stocking interesting accessories to enhance your drinking pleasure. I also arrange and escort small group wine tours both near and far to combine my love of travel with wine.Specialties: travel, wines ,education, speaking, writing, interior design, events, wine tastings.