Rita McDonough

I'm a cultural explorer! I'm addicted to international travel, authentic, experiential adventures and discovering the world both on and off the beaten track.

Considered well-traveled, I live and breathe travel. My enthusiasm compels me to share my passion so that others too may reap its many benefits - enriching souls, transforming lives and opening minds.

"The only thing you buy that makes you richer is travel." - anonymous

So, I'm following my heart, re-inventing myself, and am pursuing a career in international travel and tourism. All my business skills and extensive travel experience will transition very well to the travel industry.

Currently I am searching for a job opportunity with a travel agency, international tour operator, cruise line, leisure travel supplier or tourism office in west suburban Chicago.

For them, I'd strengthen customer and vendor relationships; drive customer sales through focused engagement via digital and social media marketing, networking events and trade shows; discover or create and monetize untapped, profitable niche markets; develop new tours, create authentic travel and cultural enrichment programs/activities for travelers; maybe even create a new travel trend!

My goal is to provide travelers with journeys beyond their expectations - even their wildest dreams, creating memories that will last forever.

"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Bragging rights: Founded and operated an independent retail store on North Michigan Avenue in downtown Chicago - one of the worlds most famous shopping streets! Few individuals can claim the same.