The Travel Brats in the Press

In this Voyage Tampa feature, Sofia Wardell shares the story behind founding The Travel Brats, an award-winning travel media brand she launched in 2020 to combine her lifelong passion for travel and storytelling. She reflects on the inspiration behind the podcast, the challenges of navigating a co-founder transition, and rebuilding the brand alongside her current co-host and business partner, Natalie Brouwer. Sofia also discusses her entrepreneurial journey, career in startups, production, interviewing and commitment to helping others through travel, education, and storytelling. The interview highlights her passion for building community, supporting fellow entrepreneurs, and inspiring travelers to explore the world with confidence while inviting brands, creators, and listeners to collaborate with The Travel Brats.