ATHENA VARMAZIS SENIOR VICE-PRESIDENT, CARDS, RBC
WHICH TRAVEL EXPERIENCE MOST CHANGED YOUR WORLDVIEW AND WHY? I’d have to say seeing the dichotomy between industrialization and nature in the Appalachian Mountains region. It’s incredible to think about the industry that once thrived there surrounded by such beautiful landscapes. The diversity is difficult to absorb.
DAVID ROCCO CHEFF AND HOST OF LA DOLCE VITA
“Travelling changes people. It reminds me that we all put our pants on the same way, no matter where in the world we’re from.” Chef, author and TV personality, David Rocco’s travels have been seen in more than 150 countries on series including La Dolce Vita (now entering its sixth season), La Dolce Vita India and the upcoming La Dolce Vita Africa. His television debut did not find him donning an apron, however, but instead opposite Neve Campbell in a TV commercial. It wasn’t until he and wife, Nina, began living on and off in Italy, that the two were inspired to document their travels on film.