Background
education & experience
Born in Bulgaria, Geri has spent a big part of her life travelling the world and living as an expat in different countries. Since 2018, she calls Perth, Western Australia, her home.
Geri's first experience abroad - living in Tigray Province in Ethiopia - started her travel writing journey. Writing mostly to friends and family, she wrote about the country and the people of Ethiopia, trying to see the subtle threads that connect people and places with history and traditions and that make every country what it is today.
After returning to Bulgaria in 2010, Geri started her first blog, When Woman Travels, in 2014. On the blog, she shared advice to female travellers while continuing to travel to many more countries. During that time, she was a member of the Association of the Owners of Tourist Online Media in Bulgaria as well as of the Bulgarian Association of Journalists and Travel Writers. In the years that followed, her articles were published in several online and print publications and she collaborated with companies and brands in the travel and lifestyle industries.
While writing and travelling, she worked on several hospitality projects where she created the overall design concept - from branding to interior design, as well as residential renovations - from one-bedroom apartments to split-level homes.
In 2008, Geri completed her Diploma in Interior Design. Followed Bachelor Degree in Hospitality Management in 2014 and Master of Business Administration in 2015. In 2019, she achieved her Diploma in Freelance and Travel Writing from London School of Journalism.
Currently, she is a PhD candidate.
Creative work
writing & photography
writing portfolio
TRAVEL
The Gift of the Past | 2019 September GET IT MAGAZINE
I Bless the Rains Down in Africa | 2017 Spring Issues ROVERS MAGAZINE
Traveling Ancient Roads | 2017 Winter Issues ROVERS MAGAZINE
Travel Column | 2015 - 2017 THE GIRLS FROM THE CITY
FEMINISM
Who Runs the World? | 2020 February GET IT MAGAZINE
ACADEMIC
Customer Behaviour of Female Tourists in Bulgaria | 2014 Cardiff Metropolitan University & Varna Business School of Management
Creative Work
design
residential
product
styling for sale
accommodation
cafes
design portfolio
Snug & Central | Residential / one-bedroom short-term accommodation
Ethno Vibes in Redcliffe | Home preparation for sale
Eclectic 70s | Residential / two-bedroom short-term accommodation
Woodscent Cottage | Residential renovation
Full-view | Residential / one-bedroom apartment
Crossroads apartments | Boutique accommodation
Boutique Cafe | Specialty coffee shop
Grace & Flow | Home preparation for sale
#WWTcollection | Travel themed t-shirt collection
teaching & public speaking
About Australia with Love | 2018 Traveller's Club
Property Preparation for Sale | 2024 Riverton Library
Home Improvements with Geri series | 2024 Beechboro Library
Home Organization: Finding the Balance Between Chaos and Order | 2024 Beechboro Library
How to Style your Home to Improve Its Looks and Functionality | 2024 Armadale Library
media mentions
PRINT & ONLINE
Geri Vladeva Who Travels the World Alone: It's Scary Only the First Time | Mila
Choose Your Own Adventure | Get It Magazine
21 Awesome Travelers & Their Favorite Valentine Retreats | HuffPost
Throwback 2016: 24 Travel Bloggers & Their Favorite Destinations | Ana's World
Let's Meet Geri Vladeva from When Woman Travels | Sunrising Life
18 women and their stories that inspire | Hi Club
18 Exceptional Women Distinguished at the First Inspirational Women Campaign | Media Group Bulgaria
Geri Vladeva from When Woman Travels | Girls from the City
On a Visit to... Geri Vladeva (Perth, Western Australia) - Om Trips Blog
TELEVISION
A Huge Part of Women Travel Alone | Morning Talk Show, BTV
RADIO & PODCASTS
Geri Vladeva - The Solo Traveller - Interview with Gratsiela Ingelska, Bulgarian National Radio
partnerships
LIFESTYLE
Jelt Belt
Hey Happiness
Your Tea
TRAVEL & CULTURE
Air France
Lucky Hotel Bansko
Arendoo
Uppy
GPS My City
Samsonite Bulgaria
Hilton Lenyngradskaya, Moscow
Riu Pravets Hotel Golf and Spa
Context Travel London
Kavarna Tourist Association
Bul Guides
Villa Vuchev, Velingrad
Ministry of Tourism, Republic of Bulgaria
Bulgarian National Opera and Ballet
Contact
Geri is a multi-disciplinary creator and has experience in crafting wholesome and cohesive projects - from travel promoting campaigns to branded accommodation properties. To connect, contact or learn more about her work and the services she offers, follow the links below.
on social media