What would you do if the dream business you've poured your heart, savings, and future into still hadn't opened four years later?

Most people would have walked away.

When architect Danny Shafrir left a successful career in London, cycled across North America, and eventually settled in the wild landscapes of Galicia in northern Spain, he thought he was embarking on an exciting new chapter. His vision was bold: transform an abandoned granite quarry into a unique off-grid glamping retreat immersed in nature.

What he didn't anticipate was a four-year battle with bureaucracy, environmental approvals, delays, uncertainty, and the constant question every entrepreneur dreads: "Was this the right decision?"

But this isn't a story about failure.

It's a story about patience, resilience, and discovering that sometimes the greatest value isn't found in reaching the destination... It's found in the person you become along the way.

In this fascinating conversation, Danny shares the realities of creating a nature-based hospitality business from scratch, why he chose the harder path when easier options existed, and how an abandoned quarry ended up teaching him lessons about business, life, and success that no business plan ever could.

If you've ever faced setbacks, questioned your decisions, or felt frustrated that your dreams aren't moving as quickly as you'd hoped, this episode is for you.

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Danny Shafrir - FincA Galicia

Sarah Riley - Glamping, retreat events, and guest attraction

Glamping Academy & Owners Club https://inspiredcourses.com

Glamping done-for-you marketing studio https://inspiredcollectiveltd.com/

Ready to have your mind blown in the best possible way?

In this episode, we're diving into a game-changing innovation that's turning heads in the world of glamping and unique holiday rentals. Imagine a stunning retreat space or glamping pod on your land... fully customisable, ultra-durable, and made entirely from recycled plastic bottles. Sounds like sci-fi? It's real, it's happening, and it's absolutely inspiring.

I'm joined by Gean Eidelman, Co-founder of Azure Printed Homes, a trailblazing company using cutting-edge 3D printing tech to create sustainable, design-led structures from waste materials like bottles and food containers.

We explore:

• What 3D-printed homes and pods really are (and how the magic works)

• Why this approach is perfect for off-grid and eco-conscious sites

• How you can dramatically cut down build time, costs and environmental impact

• The incredible design freedom this method unlocks... from single pods to full-scale resorts

If you're dreaming of adding something spectacular to your site, or building from the ground up with sustainability at the heart, this episode will stretch your imagination, shift your thinking, and spark a whole new wave of ideas.

The future of building is already here. Let's get started!

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More Information:

Gene Eidleman, Azure Printed Homes

Email: gene@azureprintedhomes.com

Website: https://www.azureprintedhomes.com/

Sarah Riley - Glamping, retreats, events, and guest attraction

Courses. Guided Growth. Done-for-You Marketing.

Glamping Academy & Owners Club https://inspiredcourses.com

Boutique marketing studio for small businesses https://inspiredcollectiveltd.com/

Close your eyes and imagine 25 acres of lush tropical fruit trees. You hear the rustle of palms and the sound of water trickling into a grotto carved from natural coral limestone. You'd swear you were in the heart of Bali... but you're actually just outside of Miami.

Today, we're going behind the scenes of BAYA, a brand-new landscape resort that isn't just opening doors; it's defining an entirely new category of hospitality.

I'm joined by co-founder Ben Wolf to discuss the 'spark' moment on this land, the challenge of building an elite team, and how they are weaving wellness rituals directly into the earth. If you've ever wondered what it looks like to dream big and build differently in unique outdoor hospitality and luxury glamping stays, this conversation is for you.

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More Information

Sarah Riley - Glamping, retreats, events, and guest attraction

Courses. Guided Growth. Done-for-You Marketing.

Glamping Academy & Owners Club https://inspiredcourses.com

Boutique marketing studio for small businesses https://inspiredcollectiveltd.com/

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Ben Wolff

Websites: stayoasi.com and stayonera.com

Email: bw@stayoasi.com