Criterion Travel
Andy Ridgway is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in the travel industry, currently serving as Director of Marketing at Criterion Travel since August 2012, focusing on creating unique expert-led travel experiences. Ridgway also holds the position of Marketing Manager at Travel Grind since August 2020 and has been a Podcast Host at Soothsay Media since July 2016. Previous roles include Digital/Social Media Specialist at Audigy Group, Marketing Coordinator at Travel Concepts, and Project Administrator at GISI Marketing Group. Ridgway's background also includes work as Production Manager at The Graphic Works, where contributions to design and installation helped establish memorable branding. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts from San Francisco State University.
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Criterion Travel
Criterion Travel is a tour operator specializing in educational travel. We work with top U.S. affinity organizations to create and operate customized group itineraries worldwide with a strong educational focus. Our tours and cruises are designed for travelers interested in learning more about the destination than the average tourist. There is nothing “off the shelf” about the trips we develop. Many are unique and operate only once. Almost all have accompanying expert lecturers who complement what local guides have to say. They might feature a combination of land and chartered sea, river, rail, or air transportation. Most of our programs provide private access or special features not available to individual travelers or most other groups. Criterion Travel is based in Beaverton, Oregon, and is owned and operated by industry veteran Steve Ridgway. Our seven senior staff members average 15 years of experience in the educational travel niche. Engage, Educate, Enrich