TravelPulse Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Cutting through all the noise and giving you what you need to hear about in travel. Tune-in to hear TravelPulse's Executive Editor Eric Bowman discuss travel news, tips, and more with industry experts and other insightful guests.
This week, I welcome Jennifer Kellum, owner of Neverland & Main Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the world of travel, including United's pitch to Delta, new tourist taxes in Europe, and more.
Later, Kellum shares what travel advisors need to know when working with a Destination Management Company(DMC). She provides tips and insights for advisors and shares stories of how various DMC brands have helped her look like a rock star to her clients. Kellum also lists her go-to DMCs for Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe and beyond.
The discussion on working with a DMC begins after the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
In 1966, Lars-Eric Lindblad brought the first tourists to Antarctica, pioneering modern expedition travel. Today, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions builds on that legacy with immersive Antarctica expeditions shaped by decades of experience. Discover sculpted ice, vast penguin colonies and breaching whales as you explore by Zodiac, kayak and on foot alongside veteran guides. Book by August 18 to enjoy a 50% reduced deposit on select 2026 and 2027 Antarctica voyages. Learn more at expeditions.com/antarctica.
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This week, I welcome Dr. Shenika Baisley-Woodley, owner of Divine Dream Destinations Travel and winner of the 2026 ASTA Travel Advisor of the Year award. Together we discuss the top trending news of the last week, including the new worldwide alert from the US State Department, billions of dollars impacting the aviation industry, and more.
Later, Dr. Shenika and I dive into the evolving role of the travel advisor and the opportunities that lie ahead. Hear her thoughts on how the job has changed, how advisors should start charging fees if they're not already, and several more tips for travel advisors.
The discussion on the evolving role of travel advisors begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
In 1966, Lars-Eric Lindblad brought the first tourists to Antarctica, pioneering modern expedition travel. Today, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions builds on that legacy with immersive Antarctica expeditions shaped by decades of experience. Discover sculpted ice, vast penguin colonies and breaching whales as you explore by Zodiac, kayak and on foot alongside veteran guides. Book by August 18 to enjoy a 50% reduced deposit on select 2026 and 2027 Antarctica voyages. Learn more at expeditions.com/antarctica.
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This week, I welcome Madeline List, Manager, Research & Special Projects at Phocuswright, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Europe delaying ETIAS, WTTC's call for the seven contemporary wonders of the world, and more.
Later, List shares insights into the new travel trend rising up: The Indulgent Explorer. Who is this traveler? How are they spending their money? How does it vary across generations? And what is the travel advisor's role with indulgent explorers?
The discussion on the indulgent explorer begins at the 17-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
In 1966, Lars-Eric Lindblad brought the first tourists to Antarctica, pioneering modern expedition travel. Today, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions builds on that legacy with immersive Antarctica expeditions shaped by decades of experience. Discover sculpted ice, vast penguin colonies and breaching whales as you explore by Zodiac, kayak and on foot alongside veteran guides. Book by August 18 to enjoy a 50% reduced deposit on select 2026 and 2027 Antarctica voyages. Learn more at expeditions.com/antarctica.
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This week, I first discuss the top trending news in travel of the last week, including EU border entry/exit issues, new cruise ships on the horizon, and more.
Later, I interview Geoff Freeman, President and CEO of US Travel Association, to hear his take on the state of United States travel and tourism right now and what needs to change to for America to get back on pace. Freeman also shares his pick for an under-the-radar US travel destination along with tips for travel advisors.
The interview with Freeman begins after the 10-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
In 1966, Lars-Eric Lindblad brought the first tourists to Antarctica, pioneering modern expedition travel. Today, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions builds on that legacy with immersive Antarctica expeditions shaped by decades of experience. Discover sculpted ice, vast penguin colonies and breaching whales as you explore by Zodiac, kayak and on foot alongside veteran guides. Book by August 18 to enjoy a 50% reduced deposit on select 2026 and 2027 Antarctica voyages. Learn more at expeditions.com/antarctica.
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This week, I welcome Chris Dane, President and Managing Partner at Hickory Global Partners, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the deadly resort fire in the Dominican Republic, the FAA using AI for air traffic control, and more.
Later, Dane shares his perspective on how the relationship between travel advisors and airlines has evolved, along with offering advice for how advisors can best work with airlines. He also provides insights into building relationships, the importance of advocacy and more.
The discussion on advisors and air travel begins after the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Brendan Vacations
Your clients are dreaming of Ireland and Scotland. Brendan Vacations has been turning those dreams into unforgettable journeys for over 55 years, from private driver experiences and castle stays to self-drive adventures and intimate small group tours. And right now, advisors can earn an exclusive incentive on every booking. Don't miss it. Visit brendanvacations.com/traveladvisors to learn more.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Barb Strait, owner of Straight Away Travel and Pickleball in Paradise, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the World Cup kicking off, record sargassum in the Caribbean, and much more.
Later, Strait provides insights on how finding your niche in travel can lead to big revenue. She shares her story of first starting in travel by selling only Disney, and how she's found success in the Pickleball niche. Strait closes with tips on what fellow advisors should focus on when diving into niche travel.
The discussion on niche travel begins after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Brendan Vacations
Your clients are dreaming of Ireland and Scotland. Brendan Vacations has been turning those dreams into unforgettable journeys for over 55 years, from private driver experiences and castle stays to self-drive adventures and intimate small group tours. And right now, advisors can earn an exclusive incentive on every booking. Don't miss it. Visit brendanvacations.com/traveladvisors to learn more.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Adam Duckworth, President and Founder of Travelmation, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including a controversial proposal from the Trump Administration, Royal Caribbean being rejected by Mexico, and more.
Later, Duckworth shares his thoughts on the top trends and surprises he's seeing this summer travel season, as well as how much prices are impacting decisions. Duckworth also provides tips for travel advisors to improve their business and make it their best summer ever.
The discussion on summer travel begins after the 19-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Tourism Cares
Are you ready to use travel as a force for good? Tourism Cares is a global nonprofit helping the travel industry turn sustainability into real, measurable action for communities – and your clients. With free resources and industry programs, Tourism Cares helps you take practical steps toward a more responsible travel business. Because doing good isn’t a trend – it’s the future of travel. Visit TourismCares.org to learn more and become a member today.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Lesley Sawhook, owner of Exclusive Travel Partners, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the hantavirus stories dominating headlines, plus summer travel prices and more.
Later, Sawhook and I dive into the biggest pain points impacting travel advisors today. From tough clients to uncertainty in the world to chasing commission to onboarding new team members and more, Sawhook shares her insights and advice for fellow travel advisors to grow, learn, and improve their business.
The discussion on travel advisor pain points begins at the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Tourism Cares
Are you ready to use travel as a force for good? Tourism Cares is a global nonprofit helping the travel industry turn sustainability into real, measurable action for communities – and your clients. With free resources and industry programs, Tourism Cares helps you take practical steps toward a more responsible travel business. Because doing good isn’t a trend – it’s the future of travel. Visit TourismCares.org to learn more and become a member today.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome back Ryan Doncsecz, Groups Manager for VIP Vacations, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Spirit Airlines shutting down, the people trying to revive the airline, and more.
Later, Doncsecz and I dive into the best offers, rewards and incentives out there in honor of Travel Advisor Appreciation Month this May. Doncsecz shares the different ways he has seen the most support from travel suppliers during his career, as well as his top tips for fellow travel advisors looking to grow.
The discussion on celebrating travel advisors begins after the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Tourism Cares
Are you ready to use travel as a force for good? Tourism Cares is a global nonprofit helping the travel industry turn sustainability into real, measurable action for communities – and your clients. With free resources and industry programs, Tourism Cares helps you take practical steps toward a more responsible travel business. Because doing good isn’t a trend – it’s the future of travel. Visit TourismCares.org to learn more and become a member today.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Kristin Hancock, owner of Bright Life Travel Co., to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including airfare price hikes and a big letter from United's CEO.
Later, Hancock and I dive into the world of multi-gen travel trends. She shares insights into the top trends today, where travelers are going, as well as tips for fellow travel advisors on growing their sales and managing large family group vacations.
The discussion on multi-gen travel begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways
When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the jet fuel crisis raising airfare costs, rumors of a potential United-American Airlines merger, Europe's new entry system, and more.
Later, I welcome Jessica Blotter, CEO and co-founder of Kind Traveler, to talk about how we can be better travelers. Blotter provides three key steps for all travelers to get started on being better travelers. She also describes why it's actually more affordable than you think to be an eco-friendly traveler and embrace sustainability, as well as how travel advisors can approach this topic with their clients.
The discussion on being better travelers begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways
When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, Danny Genung, owner of Harr Travel, joins to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including raising airfare, possible changes for TSA, and more.
Later, Genung shares his thoughts on the current state of travel content on YouTube and what it means for travel advisors. Tune in to hear his tips on why advisors should be on YouTube, what they should and should not be posting, and much more.
The conversation on YouTube begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways
When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, Alvin Adriano, Director of Education for the American Society of Travel Advisors, joins to discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the ongoing issues with TSA long lines, airfare prices, and more.
Later, Adriano shares his thoughts on the importance of travel advisor education, how ASTA is making an impact, and top tips for advisors to grow their business.
The discussion on advisor education begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways
When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I report on location in the Netherlands for the 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo. I first discuss the latest news in travel, including the Middle East War's impact on travel, TSA callouts, and more.
Later on the show, I interview Catherine Powell, CEO of AmaWaterways. She shares insights into the latest trends she's seeing in river cruising, along with all the new happenings for AmaWaterways.
The interview with Powell begins after the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways
When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Christy Brown, owner of Little Luxuries Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including another chaotic weekend of travel disruptions, Royal Caribbean's new ban, and more.
Later, Brown shares what's trending this spring break travel season. From the top destinations to the rise of last-minute requests, Brown provides insights and tips for fellow travel advisors.
The social media discussion begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways
When you recommend AmaWaterways to your clients, you are offering more than just a river cruise. You are giving them a chance to discover the world in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Your clients can explore villages, vineyards and historic cities with the freedom to follow the pace that feels right to them. Onboard their spacious ship, they are welcomed with heartfelt service, farm-to-ship cuisine and an array of amenities. Invite your clients to learn more at amawaterways.com
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Shannon Kittner, founder of The Wander Network, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the chaotic weekend of storms, civil unrest in Mexico, Global Entry shutdown, and more news.
Later, Kittner shares her top tips for travel advisors using social media. Should advisors be on every single platform? What types of content should they be posting? How can advisors best generate leads through social media? Kittner provides insights on these questions and more.
The social media discussion begins after the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
If your clients are asking about escorted touring, Globus and Cosmos should be at the top of your list. Together, they offer the widest touring portfolio in the industry — from affordable adventures with Cosmos to immersive, experience-rich journeys with Globus. Touring with Globus means everything is handled — hotels, transportation, sightseeing — all led by expert Tour Directors who manage logistics, unlock local insight, and bring destinations to life. That’s the difference between touring and FIT travel, where clients are left juggling the details. Add in strong commissions and dedicated advisor support, and Globus makes escorted touring easy to sell — and easy to trust.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Aanchal Gandhi, co-founder of Cozy Travel, and Ruthanne Terrero, director of luxury content for Northstar Travel Group, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the El Paso, Texas airport closure fiasco, the US government's impact on travel, and more.
Later, Gandhi and Terro provide insights into the latest luxury travel trends, from how the definition of luxury travel has changed to the brands rising up and standing out today. They also share tips for fellow travel advisors to further grow their luxury travel sales.
Additionally, Terro shares more info about Northstar's new luxury travel newsletter, which you can sign up for here.
The discussion on luxury travel begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
If your clients are asking about escorted touring, Globus and Cosmos should be at the top of your list. Together, they offer the widest touring portfolio in the industry — from affordable adventures with Cosmos to immersive, experience-rich journeys with Globus. Touring with Globus means everything is handled — hotels, transportation, sightseeing — all led by expert Tour Directors who manage logistics, unlock local insight, and bring destinations to life. That’s the difference between touring and FIT travel, where clients are left juggling the details. Add in strong commissions and dedicated advisor support, and Globus makes escorted touring easy to sell — and easy to trust.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Beth Rasor of Luxury Travel Boutique to first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including new data on Europe-US travel and new travel fees.
Later, Rasor provides insights into what's abuzz in the world of romance travel. She shares what she's seeing in destination weddings and honeymoons, as well as her top tips for fellow travel advisors to boost their romance sales.
The discussion on romance travel begins after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
If your clients are asking about escorted touring, Globus and Cosmos should be at the top of your list. Together, they offer the widest touring portfolio in the industry — from affordable adventures with Cosmos to immersive, experience-rich journeys with Globus. Touring with Globus means everything is handled — hotels, transportation, sightseeing — all led by expert Tour Directors who manage logistics, unlock local insight, and bring destinations to life. That’s the difference between touring and FIT travel, where clients are left juggling the details. Add in strong commissions and dedicated advisor support, and Globus makes escorted touring easy to sell — and easy to trust.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Antoine Wilson, owner of AD Elite Travels and CEO and Co-Founder of Melanated Safaris, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including winter storm Fern's impact, a big change for NYC's hotel scene, and more.
Later, Wilson and I dive into what changes the travel industry needs to make. He shares his thoughts on inclusiveness, representation, customer service being key, the advisor-supplier relationship, and more. Additionally, Wilson closes it out with his advice for travel industry peers on how to make 2026 their best year yet.
The discussion on travel industry changes begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
If your clients are asking about escorted touring, Globus and Cosmos should be at the top of your list. Together, they offer the widest touring portfolio in the industry — from affordable adventures with Cosmos to immersive, experience-rich journeys with Globus. Touring with Globus means everything is handled — hotels, transportation, sightseeing — all led by expert Tour Directors who manage logistics, unlock local insight, and bring destinations to life. That’s the difference between touring and FIT travel, where clients are left juggling the details. Add in strong commissions and dedicated advisor support, and Globus makes escorted touring easy to sell — and easy to trust.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome back Stephen Scott, founder of Travel Hub 365 and the Odyssey Travel App, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including new developments from ASTA, big cruise industry happenings, and more.
Later, Scott and I dive into the recent billion-dollar deals that have been shaking up the travel industry during both pre-and-post-pandemic times. Scott provides insights into how these mergers and acquisitions impact the industry and what they mean for the travel advisor.
The discussion on billion-dollar deals begins after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
If your clients are asking about escorted touring, Globus and Cosmos should be at the top of your list. Together, they offer the widest touring portfolio in the industry — from affordable adventures with Cosmos to immersive, experience-rich journeys with Globus. Touring with Globus means everything is handled — hotels, transportation, sightseeing — all led by expert Tour Directors who manage logistics, unlock local insight, and bring destinations to life. That’s the difference between touring and FIT travel, where clients are left juggling the details. Add in strong commissions and dedicated advisor support, and Globus makes escorted touring easy to sell — and easy to trust.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome two guests: Scott Koepf, Chief Strategy Officer for Cruise Planners and Michael Consoli, a record-setting agency owner with Cruise Planners. Together, we discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including new proposals from the government, the growth of the travel advisor career path, and more.
Later, Koepf and Consoli share insights to what's trending in the cruise industry as Wave Season kicks off. From the different sectors of the industry on the rise to the unique deals offering great value this wave Season, Koepf and Consoli give their thoughts on all things cruise. Additionally, they offer their top advice to fellow travel advisors on growing their business in 2026.
The discussion on Wave Season begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
If your clients are asking about escorted touring, Globus and Cosmos should be at the top of your list. Together, they offer the widest touring portfolio in the industry — from affordable adventures with Cosmos to immersive, experience-rich journeys with Globus. Touring with Globus means everything is handled — hotels, transportation, sightseeing — all led by expert Tour Directors who manage logistics, unlock local insight, and bring destinations to life. That’s the difference between touring and FIT travel, where clients are left juggling the details. Add in strong commissions and dedicated advisor support, and Globus makes escorted touring easy to sell — and easy to trust.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Velia Kennedy, owner and CEO of Modern Family Travel. Together, we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the recent Caribbean airspace closure, Hawaii's cruise tax updates, and much more.
Later, Kennedy and I dive into the top travel trends for the new year. Hear Kennedy's thoughts on what she sees rising up in the world of travel and how it impacts advisors. She also provides tips for advisors to grow this year.
The discussion on 2026 travel trends begins after the 18-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
If your clients are asking about escorted touring, Globus and Cosmos should be at the top of your list. Together, they offer the widest touring portfolio in the industry — from affordable adventures with Cosmos to immersive, experience-rich journeys with Globus. Touring with Globus means everything is handled — hotels, transportation, sightseeing — all led by expert Tour Directors who manage logistics, unlock local insight, and bring destinations to life. That’s the difference between touring and FIT travel, where clients are left juggling the details. Add in strong commissions and dedicated advisor support, and Globus makes escorted touring easy to sell — and easy to trust.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
In the final episode of 2025, I welcome two special guests from the 40 Under 40 Class of 2025. Ryan Corrigan of Corrigan Luxury Travel Outfitters and Steven Gould, owner of Goulds Travel, co-founder of Luxera Travel, and creator of Travel Advisor Resource Center, join me to discuss the top travel stories from the year and some early thoughts for 2026.
Tune in to hear Corrigan and Gould share insights into how things like the government shutdown, plane crashes, mergers and more impacted their business in 2025. Additionally, the two provide advice to fellow travel advisors on growing their business in 2026.
Today's episode sponsor: Air France KLM
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines serves more than 160 destinations worldwide, including over 50 in Europe, Africa and India, that are a convenient one stop via our convenient Amsterdam hub from Portland, Oregon or 14 other U.S. gateways. Your customers can choose from World Business Class flat-beds, a dedicated Premium Comfort Class or Economy with on-demand entertainment, in-seat power, and complimentary wine and Beer. Visit the Air France KLM Business Solutions trade portal at AFKL.biz to find everything you need and sign up to get our news right to your inbox.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the new campaigns from the DOT, new proposals from the Trump Administration that will impact travel, and more.
Later, I welcome Aurelien Uhrik, Business Development Manager at Air France KLM, to the show to learn more about what KLM Royal Dutch Airlines offers to travelers. Uhrik provides insights into the new US routes that KLM serves, what passengers can expect on board, and more.
The discussion on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines begins after the 9-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Air France KLM
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines serves more than 160 destinations worldwide, including over 50 in Europe, Africa and India, that are a convenient one stop via our convenient Amsterdam hub from Portland, Oregon or 14 other U.S. gateways. Your customers can choose from World Business Class flat-beds, a dedicated Premium Comfort Class or Economy with on-demand entertainment, in-seat power, and complimentary wine and Beer. Visit the Air France KLM Business Solutions trade portal at AFKL.biz to find everything you need and sign up to get our news right to your inbox.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Joshua Harrell, Chief Revenue Officer at WorldVia Travel Network, to the show to discuss the latest trending news in travel, including a new record for TSA, a new campaign from the DOT, and more.
Later, Harrell provides insights on how travel advisors can boost their business. Hear his thoughts on what advisors should be doing on social media and why they shouldn't overlook e-mail. Harrell gives his top tips for how travel advisors can improve as we get ready for a new year.
The discussion on boosting your travel business begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Air France
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines serves more than 180 destinations worldwide including over 50 in Europe, Africa and India that are a convenient one stop via our convenient Amsterdam hub from Portland, Oregon or 14 other U.S. gateways. Your customers can choose from World Business Class flat-beds, a dedicated Premium Comfort Class or Economy with on demand entertainment, in-seat power, and complimentary wine and Beer. Visit the Air France KLM Business Solutions trade portal at AFKL.biz to find everything you need and sign-up to get our news right to your inbox.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Angela Hughes, founder and CEO of Trips and Ships Luxury Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the issues facing air travel, new cruise ship debuts, and more.
Later, Hughes shares her thoughts on what's trending this holiday travel season, from Thanksgiving through the New Year. Hughes provides insights into which destinations are buzzing, how this year differs from last year, and more. She also shares her top advice to fellow travel advisors.
The discussion on holiday travel begins just before the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
This episode is brought to you by Windstar Cruises. Stay connected and inspired with Winds of Change, the official podcast created for travel advisors. Go behind the sails with Windstar’s leaders, crew, and destination experts as they share stories, insider insights, and updates to help you sell the small-ship experience with confidence. Discover what makes Windstar 180 degrees from ordinary and tune in on Spotify or YouTube to listen to Winds of Change.
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I'm live at CruiseWorld and the Travvy Awards. I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Jamaica's recovery plan following Hurricane Melissa, the government reducing 10% of flights, and more.
Later, I welcome Janet Bava, Chief Commercial Officer for Windstar Cruises to discuss top trends in cruising, what makes Windstar Cruises stand out, and how they work with travel advisors.
The interview with Janet Bava begins after the 8-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
This episode is brought to you by Windstar Cruises. Stay connected and inspired with Winds of Change, the official podcast created for travel advisors. Go behind the sails with Windstar’s leaders, crew, and destination experts as they share stories, insider insights, and updates to help you sell the small-ship experience with confidence. Discover what makes Windstar 180 degrees from ordinary and tune in on Spotify or YouTube to listen to Winds of Change.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Hurricane Melissa, when the government shutdown might end, and more.
Later, Richard Fain, Chairman of the Board for Royal Caribbean Group, joins the podcast to talk about his upcoming book, "Delivering the Wow", which you can order on Amazon. Fain shares stories from his prolific career, like the time Carnival once placed a bid for Royal Caribbean, and so much more.
The interview with Fain begins after the 8-minute mark. You can also watch the video of the interview here.
Today's episode sponsor: Europe Express
Planning remarkable European travel has never been easier with Europe Express. Think of us as your backstage pass: custom FIT travel, private groups, and now, our brand-new loyalty program—Passport to Perks—rewarding you for every booking. Whether it’s Italy’s coastal gems or luxury escapes with Elevated Journeys, we’re here to make sure your clients are impressed—and that you are too. Start building your next itinerary today at EuropeExpress.com.
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This week I'm joined by Taylor Beckett, founder of Luxury Corporate Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on travel, a new safest destinations list, and more.
Later, Beckett provides his tips for how to best navigate the points and miles game. From where to start and how airlines vary, Beckett shares details on how travel advisors can best maximize points and miles.
The discussion on points and miles begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Europe Express
Planning remarkable European travel has never been easier with Europe Express. Think of us as your backstage pass: custom FIT travel, private groups, and now, our brand-new loyalty program—Passport to Perks—rewarding you for every booking. Whether it’s Italy’s coastal gems or luxury escapes with Elevated Journeys, we’re here to make sure your clients are impressed—and that you are too. Start building your next itinerary today at EuropeExpress.com.
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This week, I welcome Global Travel Collection advisors and stars of the show, “NBC’s 1st Look Presents — Extra Mile Club” Leslie Tillem and Curtis Parris.
Together, we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including how the government shutdown is impacting travel, ASTA's new tool, and more.
Later, Tillem and Parris share their story on how they auditioned for and landed parts on the show "Extra Mile Club." Now entering Season 3, the show features Tillem and Parris competing to design the ultimate celebrity getaway. Both advisors provide details on what it was like filming for the show and what they learned along the way.
The discussion on "Extra Mile Club” begins after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Europe Express
Planning remarkable European travel has never been easier with Europe Express. Think of us as your backstage pass: custom FIT travel, private groups, and now, our brand-new loyalty program—Passport to Perks—rewarding you for every booking. Whether it’s Italy’s coastal gems or luxury escapes with Elevated Journeys, we’re here to make sure your clients are impressed—and that you are too. Start building your next itinerary today at EuropeExpress.com.
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including ASTA's new blacklist, toxic fumes on planes, and more.
Later in the show I interview various executives in the Dominican Republic from the recent DR Social Ambassador FAM to learn more about the newest hot spots in the destination.
Hear from Raquel Reyes, Director of Tourism for the Dominican Republic Tourist Board, Jason Kycek, SVP/Chief Marketing Officer at Casa de Campo, Miriam Hernandez, Director of Sales & Marketing, at W Punta Cana, Laura Santoni, General Manager St. Regis Cap Cana, Mark Fraser, Golf Sales Manager with Puntacana Resorts, and Angel Gonzalez, Director at Scape Park.
The discussion on the Dominican Republic begins at the 10-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Insured International
For over thirty years, TravelInsured.com has provided reliable travel protection from cruising the Caribbean to trekking the Camino. Our Worldwide Trip Protector plans help travelers avoid paying out of pocket for expenses related to unexpected medical emergencies, travel delays, missed connections, and even lost or stolen baggage. With optional add-on bundles that include a cancel-for-any-reason bundle, Travel Insured offers travel protection to help steer every adventure in the right direction.
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This week, I welcome Tom Brussow, VP, Strategic Initiatives for Travel Leaders Discovery, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Spirit Airlines debacle, train travel and more.
Later, Brussow shares insights on the top fall travel trends this year. Hear which destinations are buzzing, what people are planning for, and more. Brussow also provides his advice for travel advisors to make this their best fall season.
The discussion on fall travel trends begins at the 19-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Insured International
For over thirty years, TravelInsured.com has provided reliable travel protection from cruising the Caribbean to trekking the Camino. Our Worldwide Trip Protector plans help travelers avoid paying out of pocket for expenses related to unexpected medical emergencies, travel delays, missed connections, and even lost or stolen baggage. With optional add-on bundles that include a cancel-for-any-reason bundle, Travel Insured offers travel protection to help steer every adventure in the right direction.
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This week, I welcome Eli Wagner, founder of Wagner Bespoke Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Labor Day weekend travel expectations, a new unlimited cruise pass, and more.
Later, Wagner provides insights into the rising trend of travelers booking last-minute trips and what it means for the travel industry. She also offers tips for fellow travel advisors on how to best handle these requests from clients.
The discussion on last-minute trips begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Insured International
For over thirty years, TravelInsured.com has provided reliable travel protection from cruising the Caribbean to trekking the Camino. Our Worldwide Trip Protector plans help travelers avoid paying out of pocket for expenses related to unexpected medical emergencies, travel delays, missed connections, and even lost or stolen baggage. With optional add-on bundles that include a cancel-for-any-reason bundle, Travel Insured offers travel protection to help steer every adventure in the right direction.
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This week, I welcome Jordana Izzo of Travelmation to the show to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a big move by the Trump administration, Google's new travel tool, and much more.
Later, Izzo shares her thoughts on the state of accessible travel today. She provides insights into how the industry can improve, the role of the travel advisor in accessible travel, which brands are excelling, and more.
The discussion on accessible travel begins after the 18-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Insured International
For over thirty years, TravelInsured.com has provided reliable travel protection from cruising the Caribbean to trekking the Camino. Our Worldwide Trip Protector plans help travelers avoid paying out of pocket for expenses related to unexpected medical emergencies, travel delays, missed connections, and even lost or stolen baggage. With optional add-on bundles that include a cancel-for-any-reason bundle, Travel Insured offers travel protection to help steer every adventure in the right direction.
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This week, I welcome two guests: Rebecca Tobin, Managing Editor for Travel Weekly and Jamie Biesiada, Senior Editor for Travel Weekly.
Together, we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Delta's response to AI pricing practices, dress codes on cruises and more.
Later, Robin and Biesiada share insights into the 2025 Power List. Tune in to hear who came out on top, what the biggest takeaways are, and so much more. The origins of the list date back to 1992, and it's quite interesting to see where some of those top agencies are today.
The discussion on the power list begins after the 16-minute mark.
You can learn more about this year's biggest riser on the power list on Travel Weekly's Folo podcast here.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Insured International
For over thirty years, TravelInsured.com has provided reliable travel protection from cruising the Caribbean to trekking the Camino. Our Worldwide Trip Protector plans help travelers avoid paying out of pocket for expenses related to unexpected medical emergencies, travel delays, missed connections, and even lost or stolen baggage. With optional add-on bundles that include a cancel-for-any-reason bundle, Travel Insured offers travel protection to help steer every adventure in the right direction.
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This week, I welcome two guests: Sarah Kuta, our cruise writer here at TravelPulse, and Jesse Morris, owner of We Book Travel.
We first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including new updates on TSA's future, Europe's entry fee and more.
Later, we dive into the world of cruise line private islands. Kuta shares insights from her recent visit to Carnival's brand new Celebration Key, and Morris provides tips for fellow travel advisors on booking these unique vacation destinations.
The discussion on the cruise line's private islands begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions brings its signature style of expedition travel to the rivers of Europe in spring of 2026, with two new voyages aboard Connect—a brand-new ship that blends luxury with responsible exploration. Alongside National Geographic Experts, guests will sail the storybook landscapes of France, Germany, Belgium and beyond, enjoying all-suite accommodations and exclusive access to museums and historical sites. It’s time to see Europe differently with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. Learn more at expeditions.com/europeanrivers.
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This week, I welcome Jackie Friedman, President of Nexion Travel Group, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including new changes from the TSA, overtourism issues, and more.
Later, Friedman shares her thoughts on the state of the travel industry today, what challenges travel advisors are facing this summer, and so much more. She also offers up tips for travel advisors to further grow their business.
The discussion on the state of the industry begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions brings its signature style of expedition travel to the rivers of Europe in spring of 2026, with two new voyages aboard Connect—a brand-new ship that blends luxury with responsible exploration. Alongside National Geographic Experts, guests will sail the storybook landscapes of France, Germany, Belgium and beyond, enjoying all-suite accommodations and exclusive access to museums and historical sites. It’s time to see Europe differently with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. Learn more at expeditions.com/europeanrivers.
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This week, I welcome three wonderful guests to the show: Krysti Konopacky and James Ayres of Two BDMs and a Mic podcast, and Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations.
The four of us first talk about the trending news of the week, including TSA's big rule change, rules on cruise ships, and more.
Later, we dive into the travel advisor-BDM relationship, discussing what makes a successful one, how do you handle it when things aren't going well, and more. Konopacky and Ayres share their perspectives as BDMs for Unique Vacations, and Doncsecz offers insights into how advisors feel.
The discussion on the advisor-BDM relationship begins at the 17-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions brings its signature style of expedition travel to the rivers of Europe in spring of 2026, with two new voyages aboard Connect—a brand-new ship that blends luxury with responsible exploration. Alongside National Geographic Experts, guests will sail the storybook landscapes of France, Germany, Belgium and beyond, enjoying all-suite accommodations and exclusive access to museums and historical sites. It’s time to see Europe differently with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. Learn more at expeditions.com/europeanrivers.
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This week, I welcome Kristy Mosolino, owner of Wishes Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the impact President Trump's new bill will have on travel, a new tourist tax in Mexico, and more.
Later, Mosolino and I dive into the rising trend of the micro-cation. She shares insights into why it's growing, where people are heading, and how travel advisors can assist with these types of trips.
The discussion on the micro-cation begins after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions brings its signature style of expedition travel to the rivers of Europe in spring of 2026, with two new voyages aboard Connect—a brand-new ship that blends luxury with responsible exploration. Alongside National Geographic Experts, guests will sail the storybook landscapes of France, Germany, Belgium and beyond, enjoying all-suite accommodations and exclusive access to museums and historical sites. It’s time to see Europe differently with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. Learn more at expeditions.com/europeanrivers.
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This week, I welcome Ladell Carter, founder of Royal Expression Travels, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the new worldwide travel alert, cruise line updates, and more.
Later, Carter and I chat about the top travel disasters and how to best avoid them. She provides insights on how advisors go above and beyond for the clients in time of need, as well as shares tips to fellow travel advisors on how they should handle a travel disaster scenario with their clients.
The discussion on avoiding travel disasters begins just before the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: the Globus family of brands
Let me tell you about one of the top tour operators in the industry, and that’s the Globus family of brands. They’ve got so many ways that you can bring the world to your clients, from vibrant, immersive touring with Globus, value-driven experiences of Cosmos, or the award-winning river cruises with Avalon Waterways. And the best thing about them is that they’re always here for you, as your true partner in travel. Whether it’s getting you the high commissions you deserve, making their travel advisor tools as user-friendly and accessible as possible, or providing dedicated experts to help you close groups, the Globus family of brands wants to send the message to all Travel Advisors saying “We’ve Got U”. Visit https://agents.globusfamily.com to learn more.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including anti-tourism protests in Europe, cruise ship incidents, and a naughty tourist.
Later, I welcome Cat Brask of Northstar Travel Group and Kathy Dold, owner of TWK Travel Group, to talk about the best tips and tricks to mastering travel industry events. Which events are right for you to attend? Brask and Dold share insights into this and more.
The discussion on events begins after the 12-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: the Globus family of brands
Let me tell you about one of the top tour operators in the industry, and that’s the Globus family of brands. They’ve got so many ways that you can bring the world to your clients, from vibrant, immersive touring with Globus, value-driven experiences of Cosmos, or the award-winning river cruises with Avalon Waterways. And the best thing about them is that they’re always here for you, as your true partner in travel. Whether it’s getting you the high commissions you deserve, making their travel advisor tools as user-friendly and accessible as possible, or providing dedicated experts to help you close groups, the Globus family of brands wants to send the message to all Travel Advisors saying “We’ve Got U”. Visit https://agents.globusfamily.com to learn more.
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the Trump Administration's recent actions impacting travel, updates for Newark airport, and much more.
Later, I welcome Misty Belles, Vice President of Global Public Relations for Virtuoso. Belles and I discuss the expectations for the 2025 summer travel season, what destinations are trending, and more. She also shares her advice for what advisors can do to maximize their summer.
The discussion on theme parks begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: the Globus family of brands
Let me tell you about one of the top tour operators in the industry, and that’s the Globus family of brands. They’ve got so many ways that you can bring the world to your clients, from vibrant, immersive touring with Globus, value-driven experiences of Cosmos, or the award-winning river cruises with Avalon Waterways. And the best thing about them is that they’re always here for you, as your true partner in travel. Whether it’s getting you the high commissions you deserve, making their travel advisor tools as user-friendly and accessible as possible, or providing dedicated experts to help you close groups, the Globus family of brands wants to send the message to all Travel Advisors saying “We’ve Got U”. Visit https://agents.globusfamily.com to learn more.
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This week, I welcome Catalina Freeman, co-owner of Everlasting Travel Company, to the podcast to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the current state of air travel, travel advisory updates, and more.
Later, Freeman and I talk about the latest in the theme park world. Hear our thoughts on the brand new Epic Universe theme park and what Disney is up to this summer. Freeman shares her top tips for visiting, as well as advice for fellow travel advisors on selling theme parks.
The discussion on theme parks begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: the Globus family of brands
Let me tell you about one of the top tour operators in the industry, and that’s the Globus family of brands. They’ve got so many ways that you can bring the world to your clients, from vibrant, immersive touring with Globus, value-driven experiences of Cosmos, or the award-winning river cruises with Avalon Waterways. And the best thing about them is that they’re always here for you, as your true partner in travel. Whether it’s getting you the high commissions you deserve, making their travel advisor tools as user-friendly and accessible as possible, or providing dedicated experts to help you close groups, the Globus family of brands wants to send the message to all Travel Advisors saying “We’ve Got U”. Visit https://agents.globusfamily.com to learn more.
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This week, I welcome Angela Hughes, CEO of Trips and Ships Luxury Travel, to the podcast to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the DOT's new plan to overhaul the air traffic controller system, and much more.
Later, Hughes provides insights into what shifts she is seeing in consumers' travel behaviors today and how travel advisors can adapt.
The interview on consumers' shifting behaviors begins after the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: the Globus family of brands
Let me tell you about one of the top tour operators in the industry, and that’s the Globus family of brands. They’ve got so many ways that you can bring the world to your clients, from vibrant, immersive touring with Globus, value-driven experiences of Cosmos, or the award-winning river cruises with Avalon Waterways. And the best thing about them is that they’re always here for you, as your true partner in travel. Whether it’s getting you the high commissions you deserve, making their travel advisor tools as user-friendly and accessible as possible, or providing dedicated experts to help you close groups, the Globus family of brands wants to send the message to all Travel Advisors saying “We’ve Got U”. Visit https://agents.globusfamily.com to learn more.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Travel Advisor Appreciation Month, United's fiasco at Newark, and much more.
Later, hear my thoughts on Mexico's rising tourism destination: the Baja California region. Additionally, hear my interviews with Miguel Aguíñiga, Secretary of Tourism for Baja California, México and then with Gustavo Ortega, founder of El Cielo Winery & Resort – one of our host resorts at last week’s FAM experience ahead of Tianguis Turistico.
The interviews on Mexico's rising tourism destination begin after the 12-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: the Globus family of brands
Let me tell you about one of the top tour operators in the industry, and that’s the Globus family of brands. They’ve got so many ways that you can bring the world to your clients, from vibrant, immersive touring with Globus, value-driven experiences of Cosmos, or the award-winning river cruises with Avalon Waterways. And the best thing about them is that they’re always here for you, as your true partner in travel. Whether it’s getting you the high commissions you deserve, making their travel advisor tools as user-friendly and accessible as possible, or providing dedicated experts to help you close groups, the Globus family of brands wants to send the message to all Travel Advisors saying “We’ve Got U”. Visit https://agents.globusfamily.com to learn more.
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This week, I welcome Courtnie Nichols, owner of Travel Bash, to the podcast to first discuss trending news in the travel industry, including recession threats, free wifi on flights, and more.
Later, Nichols shares her top business tips for travel advisors. She provides insights on ways to grow and scale, having a CEO mindset, sharing advice for where advisors need to improve on and much more.
The discussion on business tips for travel advisors begins after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: TTC Tour Brands
Travel advisors, when it comes to finding the perfect tour for your clients, you need a partner that makes it easy. That’s why TTC Tour Brands is your #ONE Ultimate Partner. Visit agents.ttc.com to explore their six brands, including Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Trafalgar, Costsaver, and Contiki. They truly have a tour for any and everyone, from luxury to budget and everything in between. And the best part? You can book them all in one place! Visit agents.ttc.com—your #ONE place to book over 750 tours worldwide!
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This week, I welcome Debbie Brown, owner of SmartBird World Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including President Trump's tariffs, a crazy tourist, and more.
Later, Brown shares insights into navigating travel requirements in today's world and how the pandemic changed things. Brown provides tips for travel advisors to make sure they are secured with their clients and avoid the often overlooked requirements.
The discussion on navigating travel requirements begins after the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: TTC Tour Brands
Travel advisors, when it comes to finding the perfect tour for your clients, you need a partner that makes it easy. That’s why TTC Tour Brands is your #ONE Ultimate Partner. Visit agents.ttc.com to explore their six brands, including Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Trafalgar, Costsaver, and Contiki. They truly have a tour for any and everyone, from luxury to budget and everything in between. And the best part? You can book them all in one place! Visit agents.ttc.com—your #ONE place to book over 750 tours worldwide!
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel brands' new April Fools jokes, air travel concerns, and more.
Later on the show, I welcome Whitney Ramirez, Senior Vice President, Sales, TTC Tour Brands North America and Ashley Woodring, Vice President of Sales, TTC Tour Brands North America, to the show to talk about the recent TTC Tour Week, and so much more. Ramirez and Woodring share insights on how travel advisors can earn 75k in commissions with TTC Tour Brands and the many tools they provide advisors.
The interview on touring the world with TTC Tour Brands begins after the 11-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: TTC Tour Brands
Travel advisors, when it comes to finding the perfect tour for your clients, you need a partner that makes it easy. That’s why TTC Tour Brands is your #ONE Ultimate Partner. Visit agents.ttc.com to explore their six brands, including Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Trafalgar, Costsaver, and Contiki. They truly have a tour for any and everyone, from luxury to budget and everything in between. And the best part? You can book them all in one place! Visit agents.ttc.com—your #ONE place to book over 750 tours worldwide!
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This week I welcome TravelPulse Senior Editor Mia Taylor and TravelPulse Associate Editor Lacey Pfalz to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including recent changes from US airlines, travel ban updates, and more.
Later, Taylor and Pfalz share insights into women's role in travel today. The two reporters provide highlights of their features on the state of women's equality in the travel industry and our annual Influential Women in Travel list, showcasing the many ways women are impacting the world.
The discussion on women's role in travel begins after the 12-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: TTC Tour Brands
Travel advisors, when it comes to finding the perfect tour for your clients, you need a partner that makes it easy. That’s why TTC Tour Brands is your #ONE Ultimate Partner. Visit agents.ttc.com to explore their six brands, including Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Trafalgar, Costsaver, and Contiki. They truly have a tour for any and everyone, from luxury to budget and everything in between. And the best part? You can book them all in one place! Visit agents.ttc.com—your #ONE place to book over 750 tours worldwide!
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week, I welcome Jeremy Sulek, CEO of Jetset World Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a new report from WTTC, air traffic controller updates, and more.
Later, Sulek shares his point of view on how the travel industry has changed over the last five years. COVID shut travel down in March of 2020, and the industry changed forever. What were the biggest changes? How has the role of the travel advisor evolved? What still needs improving? Sulek provides his thoughts and gives advice to fellow advisors on making the next five years even better.
The discussion on travel industry changes begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: TTC Tour Brands
Travel advisors, when it comes to finding the perfect tour for your clients, you need a partner that makes it easy. That’s why TTC Tour Brands is your #ONE Ultimate Partner. Visit agents.ttc.com to explore their six brands, including Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Trafalgar, Costsaver, and Contiki. They truly have a tour for any and everyone, from luxury to budget and everything in between. And the best part? You can book them all in one place! Visit agents.ttc.com—your #ONE place to book over 750 tours worldwide!
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This week, I welcome Lesley Sawhook, owner of Exclusive Travel Partners, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including air traffic controller updates, a potential new tourism tax, and more.
Later, Sawhook provides insights into what's trending this spring break travel season. Which destinations are dominating the bookings? Is last minute still doable? Sawhook shares her thoughts on these plus her advice to fellow travel advisors.
The discussion on spring break travel begins after the 12-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: TTC Tour Brands
Travel advisors, when it comes to finding the perfect tour for your clients, you need a partner that makes it easy. That’s why TTC Tour Brands is your #ONE Ultimate Partner. Visit agents.ttc.com to explore their six brands, including Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Trafalgar, Costsaver, and Contiki. They truly have a tour for any and everyone, from luxury to budget and everything in between. And the best part? You can book them all in one place! Visit agents.ttc.com—your #ONE place to book over 750 tours worldwide!
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.
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This week I welcome Peter Lobasso, Senior Vice President & General Counsel for the American Society of Travel Advisors. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the status of air travel safety, JetBlue's future, and more.
Later, Lobasso provides legal tips for travel advisors. I contacted several elite-level advisors for key legal questions, and Lobasso shares his answers. Topics include how travel advisors can protect themselves from chargebacks and client disputes, ICs vs. employees, AI, and much more.
The legal tips discussion begins at the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Riverside Luxury Cruises
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elegance, personalized service, and unforgettable views. That’s Riverside Luxury Cruises. Indulge in gourmet cuisine, explore iconic cities, and relax in spacious suites designed for the perfect getaway. Whether you choose the Danube, Rhine, or Rhone River, Riverside delivers luxury redefined. Book your journey today and experience the Riverside difference. Visit Riverside-Cruises.com for more.
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This week I welcome Ashley Morris, Owner of Alpaca Your Bags Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Hyatt acquiring Playa Hotels & Resorts, President Trump targeting the air traffic controller system and more.
Later, Morris shares insights into the latest trends taking shape in the romance travel sector. Hear her thoughts on what's driving decision-making for destination weddings and honeymoons, the hot destinations, and much more. Morris also offers her advice for travel advisors to further grow their romance travel sales.
The discussion on romance travel begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Riverside Luxury Cruises
Picture this: you’re gliding through Europe's most breathtaking rivers, surrounded by
elegance, personalized service, and unforgettable views. That’s Riverside Luxury Cruises. Indulge in gourmet cuisine, explore iconic cities, and relax in spacious suites designed for the perfect getaway. Whether you choose the Danube, Rhine, or Rhone river, Riverside delivers luxury redefined. Book your journey today and experience the Riverside difference. Visit Riverside-Cruises.com for more.
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This week I welcome Rebecca Gade Sawicki, travel advisor and founder of Veggies Abroad. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including last week's tragic plane crash, a potential major hotel acquisition, and more.
Later, Rebecca and I dive into the world of vegetarian and vegan travel. She shares her insights into how this sector of travel has grown in recent years, as well as tips for fellow travel advisors when it comes to planning trips for vegan or vegetarian clients.
The discussion on vegetarian and vegan travel begins after the 18-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Riverside Luxury Cruises
Picture this: you’re gliding through Europe's most breathtaking rivers, surrounded by
elegance, personalized service, and unforgettable views. That’s Riverside Luxury Cruises. Indulge in gourmet cuisine, explore iconic cities, and relax in spacious suites designed for the perfect getaway. Whether you choose the Danube, Rhine, or Rhone River, Riverside delivers luxury redefined. Book your journey today and experience the Riverside difference. Visit Riverside-Cruises.com for more.
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This week I welcome Scott Largay, Director of Business Strategy for Largay Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including major cruise news, new hotel rooms coming to the Mexican Caribbean, and much more.
Later, Largay shares his insights on marketing in travel today. Hear his thoughts on how marketing has changed in travel over the years, as well as his tips for what travel advisors can do to improve.
The discussion on modern travel marketing begins at the 21-minute spot.
Today's episode sponsor: Collette
If you sell guided travel (or would like to), Collette has you covered. With a focus on 360-degree support, Collette sets you up for success with learning tools like Collette University and the Travel Advisor Resource Guide, self-service tools like MyCollette, and marketing tools like Collette Connection, which assists you with sending brochures with your call to action. You can download marketing assets and more — all at no cost to you. Get started at gocollette.com/travel-advisors.
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This week I dive into the top trending news stories of the last week in the travel industry, including the DOT issuing lawsuits and fines against US airlines, the latest on UK and Europe entry fees, and more.
Later, I welcome Jessica Klement, Vice President of Advocacy for the American Society of Travel Advisors. Klement shares insights into how President Trump's second term could impact the travel industry. What do travel advisors need to watch for the most under this new administration? How might Trump's decisions impact pricing? Klement offers her thoughts and advice to travel advisors.
The discussion on President Trump's travel industry impact begins just after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Collette
If you sell guided travel (or would like to), Collette has you covered. With a focus on 360-degree support, Collette sets you up for success with learning tools like Collette University and the Travel Advisor Resource Guide, self-service tools like MyCollette, and marketing tools like Collette Connection, which assists you with sending brochures with your call to action. You can download marketing assets and more — all at no cost to you. Get started at gocollette.com/travel-advisors.
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Welcome back to the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I'm joined by Tawnee Sons, co-owner of World2Sea, a Cruise Planners franchise. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the tourism industry support for Los Angeles amid the fires, Cancun's newest move on the beach, and more.
Later, Sons shares her insights into the top cruise trends this Wave Season. Hear which destinations are rising in popularity, as well as which cruise ships are buzzing. Sons also provides some quality tips for fellow travel advisors to maximize their wave season.
The discussion on Wave Season begins after the 12:30-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Collette
If you sell guided travel (or would like to), Collette has you covered. With a focus on 360-degree support, Collette sets you up for success with learning tools like Collette University and the Travel Advisor Resource Guide, self-service tools like MyCollette, and marketing tools like Collette Connection, which assists you with sending brochures with your call to action. You can download marketing assets and more — all at no cost to you. Get started at gocollette.com/travel-advisors.
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Happy New Year and welcome back to the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I'm joined by Tyson and Stacey Wharton, the husband and wife duo of Sioux Empire Travel. Together we discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Winter Storm Blair impacting flights, CDC's new data on cruise ships and more.
Later, the Whartons provide their insights into the top travel trends of 2025. What types of travel will dominate the year? Which destinations will be the most popular and trendiest? We talk about these and more during the show. Plus, Tyson and Stacey offer up their best advice to fellow travel advisors looking to make 2025 their best year yet.
The discussion on 2025 travel trends begins just after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Collette
If you sell guided travel (or would like to), Collette has you covered. With a focus on 360-degree support, Collette sets you up for success with learning tools like Collette University and the Travel Advisor Resource Guide, self-service tools like MyCollette, and marketing tools like Collette Connection, which assists you with sending brochures with your call to action. You can download marketing assets and more — all at no cost to you. Get started at gocollette.com/travel-advisors.
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This week, I'm joined by Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations. Together we discuss the top storylines of 2024 and how they impacted the travel industry.
Hear our thoughts on Boeing's wild year, the biggest wins for travel advisors, highs and lows from 2024, and so much more.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance. The award winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points. You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week I welcome Brian Major, Managing Editor of Digital Guides and the Caribbean here at TravelPulse, to discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the TSA's new record, Mexico's new cruise tax and more.
Later, Major shares insights into what the biggest storylines and hottest destinations are in the Caribbean this year.
The discussion on the Caribbean begins after the 13:30-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance. The award-winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points. You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week I'm joined by Mary Helen Law, founder of Law Luxury Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Spirit Airlines declaring bankruptcy and Airbnb's partnership with the famous Colosseum.
Later, Law shares insights into what's trending this holiday travel season and how prices impact decision-making. We dive into how busy the travel industry is expected to be during the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year holidays; and Law offers tips for fellow advisors to best navigate this time of year.
The discussion on holiday travel begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance. The award-winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points. You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including top winners at the 2024 Travvy Awards, how Donald Trump's return to President could impact travel, and more.
Later in the show, I welcome three lovely guests: Melissa Cooper, Director of Marketing for Northstar Retail Travel Group, Danielle Stephens, a travel advisor with Divine Travel Design, and Jerry Estrada Jr, Director of Trade Events & Programs for Carnival Cruise Line.
Together we discuss the inaugural Travel Industry 40 Under 40. Stephens and Estrada Jr. share insights into their career accomplishments and the challenges they overcame to get where they are today. Plus, they offer advice to young professionals aspiring to achieve similar success.
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance. The award-winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points. You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week I welcome two guests: Christian Svoboda, owner of Beforeyoubookit.com, and Natalia Yepes, owner of Adventuresque Travel Boutique. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the Biden Administration's new inquiry into US airlines, Venice's tourist tax extension, and more.
Later, the three of us discuss our time at the 2024 Visit Portugal Travel Trade Marketplace event. Hear what Svoboda and Yepes thought of the event, their post event FAM trip experiences, and their top recommendations for what to do and see throughout Portugal.
The interview on Portugal begins just before the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsor: AmaWaterways
Invite your clients to explore the legendary Danube River on AmaWaterways’ Best of the Danube itinerary. Guests will enjoy three of Europe’s Old-World capitals – Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary – along with the gorgeous UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. A favorite of AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, this 7-night Budapest round-trip cruise offers an itinerary-exclusive carriage ride through Vienna! Plus, you will earn up to a 15% commission rate on your client’s river cruise fare when you reserve their stateroom. Visit AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
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This week I welcome Vanessa McGovern, Co-Founder and Chief Sales & Marketing Officer of Gifted Travel Network, to the podcast to first discuss trending news in the travel industry, including Cancun's airport change, Royal Caribbean's big announcement, and more.
Later, McGovern shares top tips for travel advisors. Hear her thoughts on how to grow your business, advice for dealing with tough clients, and so much more. McGovern also shares insights from some elite-level advisors in the Gifted Travel Network.
The interview on travel advisor tips begins at the 16-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsors: AmaWaterways
Invite your clients to explore the legendary Danube River on AmaWaterways’ Best of the Danube itinerary. Guests will enjoy three of Europe’s Old-World capitals – Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary – along with the gorgeous UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. A favorite of AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, this 7-night Budapest round-trip cruise offers an itinerary-exclusive carriage ride through Vienna! Plus, you will earn up to a 15% commission rate on your client’s river cruise fare when you reserve their stateroom. Visit AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including another Hurricane set to impact travel, new fees for frequent travelers and more.
Later, I welcome Master Foodie Mara Papatheodorou, a Tastes & Traditions Expert and Culinary Historian, to talk about the latest in culinary travel trends. Papatheodorou shares her insights into what the flavors of the moment are, trending destinations in the foodie scene, and more.
The interview on culinary travel trends begins shortly before the 8-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsors: AmaWaterways
Invite your clients to explore the legendary Danube River on AmaWaterways’ Best of the Danube itinerary. Guests will enjoy three of Europe’s Old-World capitals – Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary – along with the gorgeous UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. A favorite of AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, this 7-night Budapest round-trip cruise offers an itinerary-exclusive carriage ride through Vienna! Plus, you will earn up to a 15% commission rate on your client’s river cruise fare when you reserve their stateroom. Visit AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
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This week I welcome Stephen Scott, founder of Travel Hub 365 and the Odyssey Travel App, back to the podcast to discuss top trending news, including Hurricane Helene's travel impact, big changes for Southwest Airlines, and more.
Later in the show we dive into the top emerging travel destinations around the world as well as the unique vacation experiences taking shape. Scott shares his insights into what trends he's seeing rise up in the world of travel.
The discussion on emerging travel destinations and experiences begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsors: AmaWaterways
Invite your clients to explore the legendary Danube River on AmaWaterways’ Best of the Danube itinerary. Guests will enjoy three of Europe’s Old-World capitals – Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary – along with the gorgeous UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. A favorite of AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, this 7-night Budapest round-trip cruise offers an itinerary-exclusive carriage ride through Vienna! Plus, you will earn up to a 15% commission rate on your client’s river cruise fare when you reserve their stateroom. Visit AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including booming travel industry numbers, updated passport renewal process, and much more.
Later, I welcome Alex Pinelo, Senior Vice President of Sales at AmaWaterways. Pinelo shares insights into what trends he's seeing in the river cruise industry. From hot destinations to unique and personalized experiences, Pinelo also highlights what's new with AmaWaterways.
The river cruise discussion begins after the 9-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsors: AmaWaterways
Invite your clients to explore the legendary Danube River on AmaWaterways’ Best of the Danube itinerary. Guests will enjoy three of Europe’s Old-World capitals – Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary – along with the gorgeous UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. A favorite of AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, this 7-night Budapest round-trip cruise offers an itinerary-exclusive carriage ride through Vienna! Plus, you will earn up to a 15% commission rate on your client’s river cruise fare when you reserve their stateroom. Visit AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
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This week I welcome Shayla Northcutt, owner of Northcutt Travel Agency, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Cancun Airport issues arising, Boeing's latest hit, and much more.
Later, Northcutt shares insights into what she's seeing trending this fall travel season. Hear where people are planning for future trips now, why last minute travel is still hot, and more. She also gives her best advice on how fellow travel advisors can make this a great fall season.
The discussion on fall travel trends begins after the 15-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsors: AmaWaterways
Invite your clients to explore the legendary Danube River on AmaWaterways’ Best of the Danube itinerary. Guests will enjoy three of Europe’s Old-World capitals – Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary – along with the gorgeous UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. A favorite of AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, this 7-night Budapest round-trip cruise offers an itinerary-exclusive carriage ride through Vienna! Plus, you will earn up to a 15% commission rate on your client’s river cruise fare when you reserve their stateroom. Visit AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
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This week, I'm joined by Jason Gewirtz, Executive Editor and Publisher, Sports Travel Magazine. We first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including record setting tourism numbers, new tourist taxes and more.
Later, Gewirtz shares insights into the growth of the sports travel world, from the youth level to colleges and the NFL. We also dive into how the Olympics performed and what's in store for the North American market with future Olympics and the World Cup.
The discussion on sports travel begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today's episode sponsors: AmaWaterways
Invite your clients to explore the legendary Danube River on AmaWaterways’ Best of the Danube itinerary. Guests will enjoy three of Europe’s Old-World capitals – Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary – along with the gorgeous UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. A favorite of AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, this 7-night Budapest round-trip cruise offers an itinerary-exclusive carriage ride through Vienna! Plus, you will earn up to a 15% commission rate on your client’s river cruise fare when you reserve their stateroom. Visit AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
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This week we're on location at the 2024 Future Leaders in Travel Retreat. I'm joined by Emma Weissmann, Executive Editor for TravelAge West to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including big changes in the EU, Uber launching self-driving cars, and more.
Later, we dive into what the Future Leaders event is all about. Emma shares insights into the logistics of this event, and we both discuss how Millennials and Gen-Z are shaping the travel industry.
The conversation on the Future Leaders in Travel Retreat begins after the 14-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Allianz Global Assistance
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This week I welcome Mary Hanna, owner of Simply Mary’ed Travel, to the podcast first to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry. We dive into Labor Day travel trends, Boeing's woes, and more.
Later, Hanna shares insights into the most popular and most difficult specialized travel niches out there. Additionally, Hanna offers advice to travel advisors on mastering a specific niche to grow their business.
The discussion on Specialized Travel Niches begins at the 13-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Allianz Global Assistance
Looking for a travel insurance partner with a long, proven record? Or an innovator that helps you stay ahead of clients’ changing needs? With Allianz Partners, you don’t have to choose! Bring the right mix of strengths together to stand apart from the competition with a proven record of supporting travelers 24/7 across the globe—plus a trailblazing approach that complements a traditional, customer-first ethos. Discover the Allianz Advantage at AllianzAdvantage.com.
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We're on location at Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas, Nevada this week. I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Disney's big expansion announcements, a naughty Southwest Airlines employee, and much more.
Later, David Kolner, Executive Vice President at Virtuoso, joins the podcast to discuss the latest trends in luxury travel. Hear Kolner's thoughts on how the luxury travel sector is thriving, which destinations are hot right now, and much more.
The interview with Kolner begins just before the 14-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Allianz Global Assistance
Looking for a travel insurance partner with a long, proven record? Or an innovator that helps you stay ahead of clients’ changing needs? With Allianz Partners, you don’t have to choose! Bring the right mix of strengths together to stand apart from the competition with a proven record of supporting travelers 24/7 across the globe—plus a trailblazing approach that complements a traditional, customer-first ethos. Discover the Allianz Advantage at AllianzAdvantage.com.
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This week, I'm joined by Jenn Lee, President of Vacation Planners, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Hurricane Debby's travel impact, the aftermath of the global IT outage that disrupted travel, and so much more.
Later, Lee shares some hard truths for travel advisors and the tough choices they need to make. From charging fees to planning for the future and working with AI, Lee provides insights for travel advisors to improve.
The discussion on hard truths for travel advisors begins around the 17-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Allianz Global Assistance
Looking for a travel insurance partner with a long, proven record? Or an innovator that helps you stay ahead of clients’ changing needs? With Allianz Partners, you don’t have to choose! Bring the right mix of strengths together to stand apart from the competition with a proven record of supporting travelers 24/7 across the globe—plus a trailblazing approach that complements a traditional, customer-first ethos. Discover the Allianz Advantage at AllianzAdvantage.com.
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel prices dropping, a scary moment onboard an American Airlines flight, and much more.
Later, I interview Finn Ackermann, Chief Commercial Officer with Iberostar Hotels & Resorts. Ackermann shares what's new with the hotel brand, including insights into why Aruba was picked for the newest hotel JOIA Aruba by Iberostar. He also shares the details of Iberostar's new hotel branding segments and closes it with a message to travel advisors.
The interview with Ackermann begins just before the 10-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at Iberostar.com
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This week I'm joined by two guests: Sharon Campbell, owner of Bespoke Travel Group, and Scott Hartbeck, European travel writer and podcaster. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including air travel improvements, Barcelona's resident spraying tourists with water, and more.
Later, the three of us dive into what else is hot in European travel right now, from lesser known destinations to Taylor Swift concerts and more. Plus, hear why Campbell and Hartbeck agree that you should add a rail train ride on your next European vacation.
The discussion on Europe's hot news begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at Iberostar.com
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Hurricane Beryl, Boeing being sanctioned, a new bill to regenerate tourism in Hawaii, and more.
Later, I welcome Steve Solomon, Chief Commercial Officer at Airlines Reporting Corporation, to discuss the latest in the air travel industry. Solomon shares his thoughts on the current state of the industry, what recent changes in air travel have stood out to him the most, what air travel changes we'd like to see in the future, and much more.
The interview on the air travel industry begins just before the 10-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at Iberostar.com
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This week I'm joined by Adam Duckworth, President and Founder of Travelmation, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Barcelona's plan to ban short-term rentals, Netflix's new entertainment venues, and much more.
Later, Duckworth and I dive into the top travel trends for this summer season. Duckworth shares which destinations have been booking hot, what's impacting travelers' decision-making, and how to navigate last-minute summer travel trips.
The discussion on summer travel begins before the 20-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
Do you have clients asking you about guided touring in exciting destinations? How about river cruising? If you do, you’ve probably heard of Globus family of brands, including Globus, Cosmos and Avalon Waterways. The family of brands has ALSO just launched a new Travel Advisor Portal with exciting enhancements like the ability to share their itineraries with YOUR contact details, not to mention new training modules that get you access to exciting perks and Travel Advisor discounts. Check it out at traveladvisorportal.com
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This week I'm joined by Becky Lukovic, owner of Bella Travel Planning, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including big theme park updates, the FAA's new investigation, and much more.
Later, Lukovic and I chat on the issue of overtourism and the top destinations facing these problems. Lukovic provides insights on how it is impacting her job as a travel advisor and offers advice for her peers.
The discussion on overtourism begins before the 20-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a wild week for American Airlines, the latest in Disney-DeSantis headlines, and much more.
Later, hear my interview with Zane Kerby, President and CEO of the American Society of Travel Advisors. I caught up with Kerby at the 2024 Travel Advisor conference. Tune in to hear where he was at when he found out ASTA's grassroots efforts had paid off with American Airlines' big decision, how ASTA changed up their annual conference, and much more.
The interview with Kerby begins after the 11-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Globus family of brands
Do you have clients asking you about guided touring in exciting destinations? How about river cruising? If you do, you’ve probably heard of Globus family of brands, including Globus, Cosmos and Avalon Waterways. The family of brands has ALSO just launched a new Travel Advisor Portal with exciting enhancements like the ability to share their itineraries with YOUR contact details, not to mention new training modules that get you access to exciting perks and Travel Advisor discounts. Check it out at traveladvisorportal.com
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the State Department's recent worldwide travel warning, projections for Memorial Day weekend, and much more.
Later, I welcome two guests: Alicia Evanko-Lewis, Executive Vice President, Events at Northstar Travel Group, and Christen Perry, owner of Classic Travel Connection.
Together we discuss the events space in the travel industry. Evanko-Lewis provides insights into how the events space is doing in travel and the toughest part about putting on an event. Perry shares her thoughts on why it's so vital for travel advisors to attend events, as well as her best tips and practices.
The events in travel discussion begins after the 10-minute mark.
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This week I welcome Tyson Wharton, owner of Sioux Empire Travel, back to the podcast. We first discuss top trending travel news, including top U.S. airlines suing the Biden Administration, Boeing's continued woes, summer travel pricing, and more.
Later, we answer the question: who are the MVPs of the travel industry? Listen to hear what travel advisors can offer their clients, a special shoutout to Moms, as well as Wharton's advice for having an MVP-like summer travel season.
The discussion on MVPs of travel begins after the 17-minute mark.
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the U.S. Travel Association's statement that Congress could create chaos for air travel this summer, big news in Hawaii, and much more.
Later, I welcome Alex Fiz, Area Vice President for the Caribbean and Managing Director All-Inclusive at Marriott to the show. Fiz provides updates on what's new with All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy, from renovating Marriott Cancun to the new properties slated to open in 2024. He also shares how the brand works with travel advisors.
The interview with Fiz on All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy begins after the 11-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy
Looking for a vacation that's beyond the ordinary? Immerse yourself in a world of unparalleled luxury and adventure with All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy. From the sun-kissed shores of Barbados and Jamaica to the lush landscapes of Mexico and Costa Rica, they bring you to the most coveted destinations. Whether you're traveling with your partner, family, friends, or flying solo, All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy® caters to your every whim. They specialize in crafting authentic moments that resonate with your unique travel style. And here's the best part – as a Bonvoy member, you unlock unlimited travel possibilities. The longer you stay, the more benefits you enjoy. Learn more at all-inclusive.marriott.com
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including big brands partnering together, the government's new rules for airlines, and so much more.
Later, I'm joined by two guests: Cat Brask, Marketing Director at Northstar Travel Group and LaTasha Henderson, travel advisor with To Be One Travel by Dream Vacations.
We talk about the CruiseWorld event - how it goes beyond cruising, how travel advisors can benefit, the epic lineup for ship inspections this year, and much more. Brask and Henderson also share insights into the STAR program that is available for all travel advisors.
The interview on CruiseWorld begins after the 14-minute mark.
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including big cruise news, new rules from the FAA for air traffic controllers, Amsterdam's big changes and more.
Later, I interview Barbra Merwin, President of Travel Insured. Merwin talks about how the travel insurance sector has changed following the pandemic and common misconceptions about travel insurance. Additionally, she shares advice and insights for travel advisors in handling travel insurance with their clients.
The interview on travel insurance begins at the 11-minute mark.
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including travel in the Middle East right now following Iran's attack on Israel, how airfare prices are trending ahead of summer, and so much more.
Later, Ali Krupnik, Chief Wellness Officer & Founder of My Well Co, joins me to chat about wellness travel today. Krupnik shares insights into how this sector of travel has transformed over recent years, the top trending destinations right now, and more.
The discussion on wellness travel begins just after the 9-minute mark.
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This week I'm joined by Andrea Wright, Vice President, Luxury Sales at Opulence by OutsideAgents. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including record breaking tourism numbers, the projections for the most active Hurricane Season ever, and much more.
Later, Wright shares her insights into the meaning of luxury travel and what's hot in the luxury space, from yachts to villas to private jets and more. She also offers up advice to fellow travel advisors on expanding luxury travel sales.
The luxury travel discussion begins at the 17-minute mark.
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This week I'm joined by Mario Lopez, President of Destination Weddings Expert and Destination Wedding University. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including privacy and fraud in travel, updates from the major US airlines, new developments for cruise line private islands and more.
Later, Lopez shares insights into the top trends in destination weddings and honeymoon travel, from fewer toes in the sand to more and more honeymoons in Europe. Lopez also provides tips for managing sargassum season in Mexico and the Caribbean and more tips for how travel advisors can improve their business in this market.
The destination weddings and honeymoon travel discussion begins at the 14-minute mark.
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Travel mostly comes down to two simple things: a FOMO bucket-list, and financing it! Am I right? This is why TravelInsured.com is travel protection that can help with those big trip decisions. You’ll love how customizable the coverage is, which helps manage what you can’t control from departure to arrival. Get going with an easy online quote, and depending on the plan and availability, upgrade with the Cancel For Any Reason add-on benefit for an extra cost. The best part is, with protection that meets the moment, it's easy to say yes to new adventures at TravelInsured.com
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This week I'm joined by Sydne Stubbs of Those Who Wander Travel and Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations.
Together we discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry. Four years ago today the travel world was a week into the pandemic shutdown - how has the industry changed now that the world has reached pre-pandemic openness levels?
Other news talking points include Boeing's continued woes, Airbnb's latest move, river cruising on the rise, and more.
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I'm joined by Michael Consoli, a record-setting agency owner with Cruise Planners. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including TSA's new self-service screening system, supplier shutdowns, and more.
Later, Consoli shares his thoughts on where the cruise industry excels and where it needs improvement. Consoli had a record $40 million in sales in 2023, and he closes the show with his top advice for fellow travel advisors.
The discussion on the cruise industry begins after the 13-minute mark.
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This week I'm joined by Abbey Meyer, CEO and co-owner of Sky High Travel to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including JetBlue and Spirit agreeing to end their merger plans, another new tourism fee, and so much more.
Later, Meyer shares her insights on the latest trends for the Spring Break travel season, including what's impacting family decision-making and which destinations are standing out. Meyer also provides tips for travel advisors to make it through this spring.
The discussion on Spring Break travel begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Travel Insured
Travel mostly comes down to two simple things: a FOMO bucket-list, and financing it! Am I right? This is why TravelInsured.com. is travel protection that can help with those big trip decisions. You’ll love how customizable the coverage is, which helps manage what you can’t control from departure to arrival. Get going with an easy online quote, and depending on the plan and availability, upgrade with the Cancel For Any Reason add-on benefit for an extra cost. The best part is, with protection that meets the moment, it's easy to say yes to new adventures at TravelInsured.com.
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including American Queen Voyages shutting down, airlines raising fees, and much more.
Later, Chris Prelog, President of Windstar Cruises joins the show. He discusses what makes Windstar stand out when it comes to cruising in Tahiti and what travelers need to know before visiting. Prelog also shares more information on Windstar's new mystery cruise offer and the story about his recent sailing on how the ship had to pivot to avoid cyclones.
The interview with Prelog begins after the 11-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
Your clients can discover Tahiti like never before with Windstar Cruises. With over 35 years of expertise exploring Tahiti, Windstar now welcomes the award-winning, all-suite Star Breeze to Papeete for even more unparalleled experiences year-round. Windstar in Tahiti visits up to nine islands, has onboard enrichment programs with a Polynesian culture ambassador, and the most frequent departures of any cruise line. New in 2024 are voyages to the remote Marquesas islands; swimming with manta rays; and your clients can even plant their own coral and help to restore the ocean. This is Tahiti redefined. Contact Windstar today at 844.625.0198 or visit www.windstarcruises.com.
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This week, I'm joined by Mandee Migliaccio, CEO of Stepping Out Travel, and Stephen Scott, CEO of Travel Hub 365 and the Odyssey Travel App. Together we first talk about the top trending news of the week, including new improvements coming to US airports, a new call to action for EU travel, and more.
Later, the discussion turns to the FAM trip experience. Migliaccio and Scott share their thoughts on how the FAM trip has changed post pandemic and provide quality advice for fellow travel advisors to make sure they're making the most of the FAM trip.
The FAM trip discussion begins at the 17-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
Your clients can discover Tahiti like never before with Windstar Cruises. With over 35 years of expertise exploring Tahiti, Windstar now welcomes the award-winning, all-suite Star Breeze to Papeete for even more unparalleled experiences year-round. Windstar in Tahiti visits up to nine islands, has onboard enrichment programs with a Polynesian culture ambassador, and the most frequent departures of any cruise line. New in 2024 are voyages to the remote Marquesas islands; swimming with manta rays; and your clients can even plant their own coral and help to restore the ocean. This is Tahiti redefined. Contact Windstar today at 844.625.0198 or visit www.windstarcruises.com.
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This week, I'm joined by Alyssa Dial of LovinAway Travel to discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Jamaica's pushback against US travel advisory, cruise line private islands, and more.
Later, Dial shares her thoughts on the latest romance travel trends. What's standing out for couples and impacting their travel decisions? Which destinations are standing out? Dial shares insights on this and provides advice for fellow travel advisors on selling romance travel.
The romance travel discussion begins at the 17-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
Your clients can discover Tahiti like never before with Windstar Cruises. With over 35 years of expertise exploring Tahiti, Windstar now welcomes the award-winning, all-suite Star Breeze to Papeete for even more unparalleled experiences year-round. Windstar in Tahiti visits up to nine islands, has onboard enrichment programs with a Polynesian culture ambassador, and the most frequent departures of any cruise line. New in 2024 are voyages to the remote Marquesas islands; swimming with manta rays; and your clients can even plant their own coral and help to restore the ocean. This is Tahiti redefined. Contact Windstar today at 844.625.0198 or visit www.windstarcruises.com.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including airline merger updates, President Biden's social media post on air travel, and much more.
Later, I'm joined by Peter Bopp, Director of Research at the Family Travel Association and Tyson Wharton, owner of Sioux Empire Travel to discuss the 2024 outlook for family travel. Bopp and Wharton share insights on 2024 family travel trends, top destinations, and advice for travel advisors.
The discussion on family travel begins at the 11-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
Your clients can discover Tahiti like never before with Windstar Cruises. With over 35 years of expertise exploring Tahiti, Windstar now welcomes the award-winning, all-suite Star Breeze to Papeete for even more unparalleled experiences year-round. Windstar in Tahiti visits to up to nine islands, has onboard enrichment programs with a Polynesian culture ambassador, and the most frequent departures of any cruise line. New in 2024 are voyages to the remote Marquesas islands; swimming with manta rays; and your clients can even plant their own coral and help to restore the ocean. This is Tahiti redefined. Contact Windstar today at 844.625.0198 or visit www.windstarcruises.com.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including updates on the JetBlue-Spirit merger, new details about Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park, and much more.
Later, hear my thoughts on Icon of the Seas as well as details from Royal Caribbean executives Vicki Freed, SVP of Sales, Trade Support for Royal Caribbean. Additionally, hear comments from Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International and Jason Liberty, President and CEO for Royal Caribbean Group during the onboard Q&A with the media.
The discussion around Icon of the Seas begins after the 9-minute mark.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including updates on Boeing 737-Max 9's return, JetBlue-Spirit merger dying out, and much more.
Later, I interview Dale Buckner, CEO of Global Guardian, to talk about the world's riskiest and safest travel destinations. Buckner shares his thoughts on the current state of global tourism as well as tips for traveling safely.
The interview on risky and safe travel destinations begins after the 9-minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by Jesse Morris, owner of We Book Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Boeing's rough start to 2024, a new ban in Las Vegas, and much more.
Later, Morris and I dive into the 2024 Wave Season outlook. Morris shares insights into what the expectations are this year and how wave season is continually changing post-pandemic. He also provides terrific tips for travel advisors when it comes to excelling this Wave Season.
The discussion on Wave Season begins after the 22-minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by Veranda Adkins – founder of Travel Legacy, a high-end travel agency, and the Association of Black Travel Professionals, an organization dedicated to the development of Black travel agents.
Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including FAA grounding Boeing planes, winter storm impacting flights and more.
Later, Adkins and I dive into what we can expect from travel in 2024. She also shares her top advice for travel advisors to grow their business in 2024.
The discussion on 2024 travel trends begins after the 16-minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by travel advisor Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations.
We recap the top storylines in travel from 2023, discussing war's impact on travel, airline mergers, new tourism fees, the rise in demand for travel advisors, and so much more.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
As you pen down your New Year's resolutions, make 2024 the year of extraordinary experiences with Windstar Cruises. Sail onboard their boutique, all-suite yachts or iconic sailboats to the picturesque corners of Europe, the Caribbean, Tahiti and beyond. Immerse yourself in port-intensive itineraries, exceptional service, and an innovative culinary program curated by the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation. For a voyage that's not just a journey but a masterpiece like no other, choose Windstar Cruises. Contact Your Travel Advisor Today or Visit WindstarCruises.com
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week, I'm joined by Heather Di Pietro, owner of Travel Sales Group and She the World Luxury Guided Experiences, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Southwest's record penalty, big happenings in Mexico, and more.
Later, Di Pietro shares insights into what's trending in group travel. She highlights the challenges of booking groups, and how to overcome them and provides advice to fellow advisors.
The discussion on group travel begins at the 18-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
As you pen down your New Year's resolutions, make 2024 the year of extraordinary experiences with Windstar Cruises. Sail onboard their boutique, all-suite yachts or iconic sailboats to the picturesque corners of Europe, the Caribbean, Tahiti and beyond. Immerse yourself in port-intensive itineraries, exceptional service, and an innovative culinary program curated by the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation. For a voyage that's not just a journey but a masterpiece like no other, choose Windstar Cruises. Contact Your Travel Advisor Today or Visit WindstarCruises.com
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This week, I'm joined by Brian Major, Caribbean travel expert and Managing Editor of Digital Guides here at TravelPulse. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including TSA's prototype for self-screening passengers, new high-speed rail projects in the United States, and much more.
Later, Major provides the top storylines in Caribbean travel from 2023. He shares which destinations stood out the most this year in the Caribbean, the underrated places on the rise, and his top advice for traveling to the islands.
The discussion on Caribbean travel updates begin after the 15-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
As you pen down your New Year's resolutions, make 2024 the year of extraordinary experiences with Windstar Cruises. Sail onboard their boutique, all-suite yachts or iconic sailboats to the picturesque corners of Europe, the Caribbean, Tahiti and beyond. Immerse yourself in port-intensive itineraries, exceptional service, and an innovative culinary program curated by the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation. For a voyage that's not just a journey but a masterpiece like no other, choose Windstar Cruises. Contact Your Travel Advisor Today or Visit WindstarCruises.com
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This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Alaska Airlines buying Hawaiian Airlines, new updates to popular theme parks, and more.
Later in the show, I interview Chris Prelog, President of Windstar Cruises. Prelog shares the latest news and offerings from Windstar Cruises. Plus, we learn how he became known as Mr. Tahiti.
The interview with Prelog begins after the 11-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Windstar Cruises
As you pen down your New Year's resolutions, make 2024 the year of extraordinary experiences with Windstar Cruises. Sail onboard their boutique, all-suite yachts or iconic sailboats to the picturesque corners of Europe, the Caribbean, Tahiti and beyond. Immerse yourself in port-intensive itineraries, exceptional service, and an innovative culinary program curated by the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation. For a voyage that's not just a journey but a masterpiece like no other, choose Windstar Cruises. Contact Your Travel Advisor Today or Visit WindstarCruises.com
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including how air travel performed during the Thanksgiving holiday, a warning from a Southwest Airlines pilot, Venice's tourism fee, and much more.
Later in the show, Chip Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), joins me to chat about the hotel industry. Rogers provides insights into how the hotel industry has performed in 2023 and what’s ahead for 2024. Additionally, Rogers shares why the AHLA is suing the Biden Administration.
The check in on the hotel industry begins at the 11-minute mark.
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I'm joined by Belvin Baldwin II, owner of Showtime Travel, to first talk about the latest trending news in travel, including an updated worldwide caution travel advisory, a fan-led Taylor Swift cruise, and more.
Later, Baldwin and I discuss the 2023 holiday travel outlook. How busy will it be? Will airports be super crowded and chaotic like last year? What Black Friday travel deals are jumping out? Baldwin shares his thoughts on these and offers advice to fellow travel advisors.
The discussion on holiday travel begins after the 14-minute mark.
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I'm joined by Mandee Migliaccio, CEO of Stepping Out Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including a rise in air travel complaints, Jamaica's expansion, and more.
Later, Migliaccio shares insights into the affluent traveler lifestyle and how the wealthy traveler has changed. She also provides tips to fellow travel advisors for selling the luxury travel space.
The discussion on the affluent traveler begins after the 11-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Los Cabos Tourism Board
Located at the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula, where the arid desert and rugged mountains meet the Sea of Cortés, you’ll find the magic of Los Cabos. It’s a place where luxury, wellness, and sustainability exist in equal measure. From pristine beaches to exhilarating adventures and delicious cuisine, travelers are invited to relax, recharge, and reconnect with the environment and themselves. Head to VisitLosCabos.Travel today to start planning the ultimate luxury getaway.
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including top winners from the Travvy Awards, takeaways from CruiseWorld, and so much more.
Later in the show, Rodrigo Esponda, Director of Los Cabos Tourism Board, joins the show to share what's new and exciting in Los Cabos this coming holiday season and into 2024. Esponda provides insights into the destination's growth as well as info on the Los Cabos VIP Summit event taking place next week.
The discussion on Los Cabos begins after the 13-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Los Cabos Tourism Board
Located at the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula, where the arid desert and rugged mountains meet the Sea of Cortés, you’ll find the magic of Los Cabos. It’s a place where luxury, wellness, and sustainability exist in equal measure. From pristine beaches to exhilarating adventures and delicious cuisine, travelers are invited to relax, recharge, and reconnect with the environment and themselves. Head to VisitLosCabos.Travel today to start planning the ultimate luxury getaway.
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This week I'm joined by Ashley D'Aristotile, owner of Flyway Travel, to first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including a worldwide caution on travel, Europe's border entry rule and more.
Later, D'Aristotile shares her insights into the dark tourism scene – from the various types to how popular it is. She also gives her picks for the spookiest places around the world and offers advice to fellow travel advisors.
The discussion on dark tourism begins after the 12-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Palladium Hotel Group.
Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa stands as a luxurious haven nestled on the captivating northern coast of Jamaica. The recent refurbishment includes the 537 recently renovated suites, 48 of which include a private pool and terrace, an ideal ambiance for relaxation. The Infinity Saloon Bar, the focal point of Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa was also redesigned. This bar offers breathtaking 180º views of the Caribbean Sea and hosts live music and entertaining shows. Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa is an enchanting destination nestled along the shores of Mexico's Riviera Maya. Guests at the Grand Palladium Kantenah are treated to a wide array of amenities and activities. Grand Palladium Kantenah, whose reopening is scheduled for December 2023, will debut Family Selection in Riviera Maya. These unique spaces were designed with traveling families in mind, where guests can enjoy special amenities and personalized attention, ideal for those seeking a premium experience with activities for adults and children.
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This week I'm joined by Terika Haynes, CEO and Founder of Dynamite Travel. We first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including how travel advisors saved the day for clients in Israel last week, the cruise sector's growth, Caribbean tourism expansion and more.
Later, Haynes and I dive into the world of travel advisor commissions. Haynes shares her thoughts on the current state of travel advisor commission, which suppliers excel in this area and how the industry can improve.
The discussion on travel advisor commissions begins just before the 17-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Palladium Hotel Group.
Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa stands as a luxurious haven nestled on the captivating northern coast of Jamaica. The recent refurbishment includes the 537 recently renovated suites, 48 of which include a private pool and terrace, an ideal ambiance for relaxation. The Infinity Saloon Bar, the focal point of Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa was also redesigned. This bar offers breathtaking 180º views of the Caribbean Sea and hosts live music and entertaining shows. Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa is an enchanting destination nestled along the shores of Mexico's Riviera Maya. Guests at the Grand Palladium Kantenah are treated to a wide array of amenities and activities. Grand Palladium Kantenah, whose reopening is scheduled for December 2023, will debut Family Selection in Riviera Maya. These unique spaces were designed with traveling families in mind, where guests can enjoy special amenities and personalized attention, ideal for those seeking a premium experience with activities for adults and children.
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This week I first discuss the the latest trending news in travel, including the tragic situation in Israel and how it has impacted travel, the safest places to travel this fall, cruise pricing on the rise, and much more.
Later, I interview Ilihia Gionson, Public Affairs Officer for the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
Gionson provides updates on the phases of West Maui's reopening for tourism, as well as what travelers can expect and how they can help.
The interview around West Maui begins just after the 12-minute mark.
Today’s episode sponsor: Palladium Hotel Group.
Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa stands as a luxurious haven nestled on the captivating northern coast of Jamaica. The recent refurbishment includes the 537 recently renovated suites, 48 of which include a private pool and terrace, an ideal ambiance for relaxation. The Infinity Saloon Bar, the focal point of Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa was also redesigned. This bar offers breathtaking 180º views of the Caribbean Sea and hosts live music and entertaining shows. Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa is an enchanting destination nestled along the shores of Mexico's Riviera Maya. Guests at the Grand Palladium Kantenah are treated to a wide array of amenities and activities. Grand Palladium Kantenah, whose reopening is scheduled for December 2023, will debut Family Selection in Riviera Maya. These unique spaces were designed with traveling families in mind, where guests can enjoy special amenities and personalized attention, ideal for those seeking a premium experience with activities for adults and children.
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This week I first discuss the the latest trending news in travel, including a big win for the travel industry, a new, higher tourism tax for Amsterdam, and much more.
Later, Pilar Arizmendi-Stewart, Palladium Hotel Group's VP of Sales & Marketing The Americas and Gabriel Rodriguez, Palladium Hotel Group's Director of Sales Canada join the show to share their thoughts on the latest trends in all-inclusive resorts. They also provide updates on Palladium's recently renovated all-inclusive resorts.
The interview with Palladium begins just after the 9-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by Palladium Hotel Group.
Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa stands as a luxurious haven nestled on the captivating northern coast of Jamaica. The recent refurbishment includes the 537 recently renovated suites, 48 of which include a private pool and terrace, an ideal ambiance for relaxation. The Infinity Saloon Bar, the focal point of Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa was also redesigned. This bar offers breathtaking 180º views of the Caribbean Sea and hosts live music and entertaining shows. Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort & Spa is an enchanting destination nestled along the shores of Mexico's Riviera Maya. Guests at the Grand Palladium Kantenah are treated to a wide array of amenities and activities. Grand Palladium Kantenah, whose reopening is scheduled for December 2023, will debut Family Selection in Riviera Maya. These unique spaces were designed with traveling families in mind, where guests can enjoy special amenities and personalized attention, ideal for those seeking a premium experience with activities for adults and children.
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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!
This week I'm on location in the Dominican Republic for our latest TravFORUM event. I'm joined by Stephen Scott, owner of Travel Hub 365 & the Odyssey Travel App. We first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including a bear caught at Magic Kingdom, potential air travel chaos ahead, and more.
Later, Scott shares his thoughts on the TravFORUM event, what separates it from a traditional FAM trip, experiencing the Colonial City in Santo Domingo, exploring around the 7,000 acres at Casa de Campo, and his first impressions upon arrival at Eden Roc.
The discussion on the Dominican Republic begins at the 14:30 minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by Marisa Costa, travel advisor and owner of Amiko. We first discuss the top trending news in travel, including travel to Morocco and Maui post tragedies, Disney's major announcements, high-speed rail, and more.
Later, we dive into what's trending this fall travel season. Spoiler alert: expect travel to remain busy! Costa shares insights into which destinations are hot right now and shares advice for fellow travel advisors.
The discussion on fall travel begins just before the 15-minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by Jason Gewirtz, Executive Editor and Publisher of SportsTravel. We first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Labor Day travel numbers, the idea of an adults-only seating on planes, and more.
Later, we dive into the world of how football impacts the travel industry. Gewirtz provides insights on how the changing landscape of conference realignment is impacting sports travel as well as the push to make the sport go even more global.
The discussion on football's changing travel scene begins after the 9:30-minute mark.
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This week, we're on location in Jamaica at the 2023 Future Leaders in Travel Retreat. I'm joined by Emma Weissmann, Managing Editor for Travel AgeWest to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Labor Day travel trends, big news with the Federal Aviation Administration and much more.
Later, we dive into what the Future Leaders event is all about. Emma shares insights into the logistics behind planning the event and why it's important for the growth of the travel industry. She also shares details for how advisors and suppliers can participate in 2024.
The discussion on the Future Leaders in Travel Retreat begins around the 12:30-minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by Will Hatton, founder of The Broke Backpacker, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel impact of the Maui fires, the world's path to tourism recovery, naughty travelers and more.
Later, Hatton shares his go-to tips for all things budget travel. He provides insights on destinations where travelers can get the most bang for their buck and tips for backpack travel as well as digital nomad lifestyle.
The discussion on budget travel tips begins around the 14:30-minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by Nick Pena, an award-winning travel advisor and franchise owner and operator with Cruise Planners. We first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including how travel was impacted by the Maui wildfires, Pena's thoughts on the current state of cruising, and much more.
Later, Pena dives into his world of being an advisor for the rich and famous. He shares stories on the different ways his celebrity and high-net-worth clients travel. Pena provides insights on luxury travel trends and also offers advice to fellow travel advisors on how to find high-end clients.
The discussion on how the rich and famous travel begins just after the 15-minute mark.
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This week, I'm joined by Ann Petronio, Founder and Lead Advisor at Shared Adventures Travel. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the REAL ID situation, travel prices, and more.
Later, Petronio shares insights into what she sees at the top trends in European travel scene today. Italy is booming, prices are high, crowds are big, the heat is intense, and so on. Petronio also provides some underrated European destinations travelers should put on their radar, as well as offering some tips and advice for travel advisors to enhance their Europe bookings.
The discussion on Europe travel begins after the 14-minute mark.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a new airplane bathroom rule, big hotel news, and much more.
Later, I interview Jeff Jenkins, owner of ChubbyDiaries.com and host of the new National Geographic Show Never Say Never with Jeff Jenkins. He shares more about his new TV show and provides tips and insights for stepping out of your travel comfort zone.
The interview with Jenkins begins just before the 12-minute mark.
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the extreme heat wave impacting travel, new theme park updates, and much more.
Later, I'm joined by Mike Coletta, Manager, Research and Innovation at Phocuswright. Coletta shares insights into the innovations shaking up the travel industry, including how ChatGPT and AI are impacting travel planning. He also gives a surprise answer on what he thinks is the biggest innovation in travel so far this century.
The discussion on innovations in travel begins just after the 13-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by VirtualTravelEvents.com – the leading digital event platform for travel advisors and travel industry suppliers. The process of attending physical trade shows can be expensive and time-consuming for travel advisors – which is why a majority of advisors barely ever attend any trade shows. Virtual Travel Events hosts yearly virtual events on Weddings, Honeymoons, Luxury Travel, Group Travel, and so much more. It puts advisors and suppliers together with live presentations, Interviews with top industry executives and travel professional peers, live chats, and the opportunity to win prizes for attending and participating. Head over to VirtualTravelEvents.com to learn more!
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This week, I'm joined by Beth West, Editorial Director at Business Travel News, to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a new bill around airplane seat size, tourist fees, and much more.
Later, we discuss the current state of business travel. West shares her thoughts on where the industry stands now and what the future might hold. She also provides tips for getting the most out of your work trips.
The discussion on business travel begins just after the 23-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by VirtualTravelEvents.com – the leading digital event platform for travel advisors and travel industry suppliers. The process of attending physical trade shows can be expensive and time-consuming for travel advisors – which is why a majority of advisors barely ever attend any trade shows. Virtual Travel Events hosts yearly virtual events on Weddings, Honeymoons, Luxury Travel, Group Travel, and so much more. It puts advisors and suppliers together with live presentations, Interviews with top industry executives and travel professional peers, live chats, and the opportunity to win prizes for attending and participating. Head over to VirtualTravelEvents.com to learn more!
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This week, I'm joined by Natalie Compton, travel reporter and columnist at the Washington Post. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including America's passport issues, Europe's summer travel season, and much more.
Later, Compton and I dive into the difference between being a tourist and being a traveler and how those terms have changed post-pandemic. Compton shares her thoughts on tourist traps following her recent column titled "In Defense of Tourist Traps" and I share whether I love or loathe the hop-on hop-off bus.
The discussion The Tourist vs. The Traveler begins just before the 20-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by VirtualTravelEvents.com – the leading digital event platform for travel advisors and travel industry suppliers. The process of attending physical trade shows can be expensive and time-consuming for travel advisors – which is why a majority of advisors barely ever attend any trade shows. Virtual Travel Events hosts yearly virtual events on Weddings, Honeymoons, Luxury Travel, Group Travel, and so much more. It puts advisors and suppliers together with live presentations, Interviews with top industry executives and travel professional peers, live chats, and the opportunity to win prizes for attending and participating. Head over to VirtualTravelEvents.com to learn more!
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including how busy the Fourth of July travel period was, big air travel news, a flying car, and more.
Later, Shannon Stowell, CEO Adventure Travel Trade Association joins me to share his thoughts about the current state of adventure travel. Stowell provides insights on adventure travel vs. extreme travel, talks about his wildest travel adventures, and shares advice for travelers seeking thrill trips. Additionally, Stowell gives advice to travel advisors who sell in the adventure travel space.
The adventure travel discussion begins just before the 11-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by VirtualTravelEvents.com – the leading digital event platform for travel advisors and travel industry suppliers. The process of attending physical trade shows can be expensive and time-consuming for travel advisors – which is why a majority of advisors barely ever attend any trade shows. Virtual Travel Events hosts yearly virtual events on Weddings, Honeymoons, Luxury Travel, Group Travel, and so much more. It puts advisors and suppliers together with live presentations, Interviews with top industry executives and travel professional peers, live chats, and the opportunity to win prizes for attending and participating. Head over to VirtualTravelEvents.com to learn more!
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This week, travel advisor Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations joins me to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry.
We first begin with the biggest story of the world last week, which was all about OceanGate Expeditions Mission Titan submersible. The tragic event that captivated the world last week and previous passengers shared chilling comments about their experiences onboard not being safe.
Other news topics discussed on the show include the most influential travel brands, Bahamas upcoming cruise passenger tax, Finland introducing the world's first phone free island destination and much more. Tune in to find out whether or not either of us could do a vacation without phones.
Today's episode is brought to you by: Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance. The award-winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points. You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel prices declining in May, a new requirement for planes by the FAA, and much more.
Later, I interview Chris Davidson, Executive Vice President of MMGY Travel Intelligence. Davidson gives a glimpse into some of the data that will be revealed the summer edition of the Portrait of the American Traveler next week. He shares insights into what impacts traveler's choices, top summer destinations, and so much much more.
The discussion on summer travel begins just before the 11-minute mark.
Today's episode is brought to you by: Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance.The award winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points.You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week, I'm joined by LaKiesha Burke and LaQuasha Burke of Twin Travels to discuss trending news of the week, including a big win for ASTA and travel advisors, travelers' airline preferences, and much more.
Later, LaKiesha and LaQuasha share their thoughts on where the travel industry stands when it comes to inclusivity. Which brands stand out and how can the industry get better? The Burke twins also provide tips for travel advisors on how to be more inclusive in their business.
The discussion on inclusivity in travel begins just before the 17-minute mark.
Today's episode is brought to you by: Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance.The award winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points.You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week, I'm joined by Ryan Corrigan of Corrigan Luxury Travel Outfitters. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including how busy travel was during Memorial Day Weekend, the latest naughty passenger, and more.
Later, Corrigan and I dive into the many ways travel experiences can change lives. Corrigan shares insights into how she helps plan life-changing trips and offers up advice for fellow advisors to make the most of their value as life changers.
The discussion on how travel experiences change lives begins at the 20-minute mark.
Today's episode is brought to you by Travel Agent Academy
Travel Agent Academy provides you with the most advanced, interactive travel agent training available today on products sure to both impress and protect your clients – from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance. The award-winning content is designed to help you learn and retain information in fun and interactive ways, and help increase bookings by empowering you to sell as a specialist. You’ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product’s key selling points. You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device. Learn more about these free programs at TravelAgentAcademy.com
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This week, I'm joined by Chad Burt, co-owner of OutsideAgents.com to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including American Airlines' busy week, Disney's big news, and much more.
Later, Burt answers my question on what’s in store for the future of travel agencies. He shares insights into the challenges that lie ahead for travel advisors and tips for how to overcome them.
The discussion on the future of travel agencies begins at the 15-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by AmaWaterways.
Today, river cruising appeals to a far wider demographic than ever before. AmaWaterways, an award-winning and family-owned company, curates unique itineraries with different interests and activity levels in mind, providing the luxury of choice to each of their guests. AmaWaterways' ships are consistently being updated with top-of-the-line amenities, such as the newly unveiled pickleball court aboard the flagship AmaMagna. From sunny days in the vineyards of France to Christmas Markets in snowy Germany, AmaWaterways creates perfect opportunities for families to share unforgettable moments together as they discover the world - one river at a time. To set out on your Celebration of Wine river cruise journey, reach out to your preferred travel advisor or visit AmaWaterways.com today!
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the possibility of a pilot strike, new all inclusive resorts, and more.
Later, I welcome Julia Simpson, President and CEO for World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), back to the show for an update on the status of global tourism right now. Simpson shares her thoughts on top trends in the industry and how the WTTC helps tourism.
The interview with Simpson begins at the 12-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by: AmaWaterways.
Whether you are a wine novice or a self-described oenophile, AmaWaterways invites you to indulge in one of their many ‘’Celebration of Wine River Cruises’’ through Europe’s most iconic wine regions. These special wine-themed sailings provide a unique and delicious dimension to mesmerizing itineraries through the most charming regions of France, Germany, Austria and many more—with enhanced epicurean experiences always included in the price of the cruise. Learn from your professional Wine Host, indulge in decadent wine tastings, connect with local artisans and vintners, and enjoy wine perfectly chosen to enhance the exceptional culinary experiences on board. To set out on your Celebration of Wine river cruise journey, reach out to your preferred travel advisor or visit AmaWaterways.com today!
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the Biden Administration's new rule requirement for airlines, Hawaii's tourism fee failing, and more.
Later, I welcome Kristin Karst - co-founder and executive vice president of AmaWaterways - to discuss the latest in river cruising. Karst shares her insights on current trends she's seeing in river cruising, along with what's news with AmaWaterways.
The interview with Karst begins after the 12-minute mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by AmaWaterways.
From castles and capitals to vistas and villages, the Danube River connects some of Europe's most remarkable sites flowing through ten countries and four national capitals. The award-winning and family-owned river cruise line AmaWaterways offers a plethora of unforgettable itineraries along the iconic Danube River, perfectly suited to every traveler’s interests. Whether you are passionate about music, history, architecture or gastronomy, the Danube River is the gift that keeps on giving. It is also home to the legendary AmaMagna, AmaWaterways' flagship, featuring spacious staterooms and unique amenities including four distinctive dining venues, a Zen Wellness Studio and a brand new pickleball court! To set out on your river cruise journey, reach out to your preferred travel advisor or visit AmaWaterways.com today!
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This week, I'm joined by travel advisor Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations.
We first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including a possible pilot strike, summer travel challenges, and more.
Later, Doncsecz shares insights into what the true value of working with a travel advisor brings. He also gives key advice to fellow travel advisors on how they can combat the common myths about the profession in order to land more clients.
The value of a travel advisor discussion begins at the 17:45 mark.
Today’s episode is brought to you by:
AmaWaterways, an award-winning and family-owned company that will become the first major river cruise line to explore Colombia with two newly designed ships setting sail for the magnificent Magdalena River in the spring and summer of 2024. As a pioneer in the river cruise industry, AmaWaterways caters to a growing demand from millennial travelers and multigenerational families and continues its leadership in active river cruising with the introduction of the first full-sized pickleball court on board their most spacious and luxurious ship, AmaMagna. The luxury river cruise line also recently announced enhanced sustainability efforts to reduce food waste as well as the installation of solar panels, aimed to further reduce fuel consumption. I’ll discuss these important topics and many more with AmaWaterways’ co-founder and executive vice president, Kristin Karst, during next week’s podcast. Join us to learn more about the latest trends in the travel industry and how AmaWaterways is pioneering a new future for river cruising!
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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including record tourism numbers, naughty passengers and more.
Later, three guests join the show to discuss how travel advisors can elevate their sales by attending CruiseWorld. Cat Shaw, Marketing Director with Northstar Travel Group, Kathy Dold of Travel with Kathy, and Debbie Ellis of Good Life Travel Company, share insights into the CruiseWorld event, the importance of the STAR Program, and so much more.
The CruiseWorld discussion begins just after the 14-minute mark.
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This week, I have the pleasure of recording on location in the beautiful Punta Cuna, Dominican Republic from the Princess Resorts TravFORUM event.
Tyson Wharton, owner of Sioux Empire Travel, joins me to discuss the latest trending news in the world of travel, including Southwest's latest mishap, trending traveler habits, and more.
Later, Wharton and I dive into what the TravFORUM experience is all about. He shares his thoughts on the TravFORUM model, as well as his first impressions of the Princess Resorts brand.
The TravFORUM experience discussion begins just after the 16-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman dives into the top trending news of the past week, including Hawaii's tourism fee, what's impacting the US airline market, and much more.
Later, Georgi Gordon, a Board member of the Cannabis Travel Association International, joins the show to discuss the growth of cannabis tourism and the top trends in the sector. Gordon shares insights into top destinations, marijuana travel etiquette and gives her advice to travel advisors who have clients interested in cannabis travel.
The interview with Gordon on cannabis travel begins just after the 9-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman first discusses the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a possible air traffic controller shortage, travel junk fees, an updated cruise industry outlook, top destination news and more.
Later, Audrey Hendley, American Express Travel President, joins to dive into what's shaping travelers' mindsets in 2023. Hendley shares insights from their data on the trends that are taking over the travel space, what stands out to the younger generations, and her best travel tips.
The interview with Hendley begins at the 14:40 minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by NBC News Correspondent Tom Costello to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including passport processing times being extended, ChatGPT's impact on travel, and more.
Later, Costello shares his insights into the latest aviation innovations and what the future holds for air travel. He also talks about the latest with space travel and the stories that have stood out to him after covering the aviation industry for nearly 20 years.
The air travel discussion begins after the 9-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Brendan Francis Newnam, Host of the “Not Lost" travel podcast, to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel advisory alerts, hotel dealbreakers and more.
Later, Newnam shares his insights on solo travel. He provides tips and tricks on solo travel as well as some of the best destinations for traveling solo around the world.
The solo travel discussion begins at the 16-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Michele Lindsay of Blue Pointe Travel and Stacey McEwen of Vacations Unlimited to discuss the top trending news in the travel industry, including the DOJ's decision to block the JetBlue-Spirit merger, Europe's entry fee charge, and more.
Later, the two guests share their insights into what's trending this spring break travel season, as well as offer up advice for their fellow travel advisors.
The spring break discussion begins around the 19-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Gabby Beckford, a multi-award-winning content creator and founder of packslight.com. Together they first discuss the top trending news of the travel industry, including the ongoing JetBlue-Spirit merger, destinations offering freebies and so much more.
Later, Beckford shares insights into what's trending in the TikTok travel space, as well as how advisors and suppliers can best use the popular social media app.
The TikTok discussion begins around the 16-minute mark
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Kier Matthews, Chief Experience Curator and Owner of Warner Brothers Travel.
Together the two first discuss the top trending news in the travel industry, including Portugal's ban on new Airbnb's, spring break and more. Later, Matthews shares his thoughts on the changes that have happened over the last year, and the changes we still need to see in the travel industry.
The discussion on changes in the industry begins around the 19-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman records from Portugal at the 2023 Visit Portugal Travel Trade Marketplace. He's joined by his colleague John Kirk, President and Editor in Chief of TravelPulse Canada.
The two first discuss the top trending news from the last week, including the continued saga that is Spirit and JetBlue's attempt at a merger, Amsterdam's big news and more. Later, they discuss their first impressions of being in Porto, Portugal.
Bowman also interviews Luis Araujo, Visit Portugal's President and CEO and Nuno Fazenda, Portugal's Secretary of Tourism. The discussions on Portugal begin just before the 22-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Kim Cook, owner of LoveToTravel, to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including big air travel news, a possible tourism fee for Hawaii, and much more.
Later, Cook shares insights into what's happening in the world of romance travel, from top trends to hot destinations, plus key advice for travel advisors. The discussion on romance travel begins at the 17-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman first discusses the latest trending news in travel, including the current sentiment towards air travel right now, cruise line muster drills and more.
Later, Bowman is joined by Peter Bopp, Director of Research at the Family Travel Association. Bopp shares his insights into the latest family travel trends and which destinations are booking hot right now. He also offers up some advice for travel advisors who sell to families.
The family travel discussion begins just after the 13-minute mark.
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TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Danny Genung, CEO of Harr Travel, to discuss the latest trending news in travel, including last week's FAA outage, big destination news and more.
Later, the two dive into what's trending for the 2023 Wave Season period to kick off the year. Genung shares his insights on cruising, along with tips and advice for making the most of Wave Season.
The Wave Season discussion begins just before the 20-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman first discusses the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Delta's big announcement for free WiFi, top cruise news and more.
Later, Bowman welcomes Laura Fernandez, VP Head of Industry Travel + Tourism at SXM Media. Fernandez shares her top takeaways from attending the 2023 CES show in Las Vegas last week. Hear about Delta Sync, what the Metaverse means for travel, airline biometrics, a flying car and more.
The travel tech talk begins around the 12-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Angela Hughes, owner of Trips & Ships Luxury Travel, to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Southwest's disaster week, celebrity chefs on cruises and more.
Later, the two discuss the top travel trends for 2023. Hughes shares her insights on what the year might look like for the industry, as well as offers her top advice for travel advisors to be the best they can be in 2023.
The discussion on 2023 travel trends begins after the 21-minute mark
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Stephen Scott, CEO of Travel Hub 365 & the Odyssey Travel App.
The two discuss the top travel industry stories of the year, from mask mandates and COVID restrictions dropping to the cruise industry's resurgence and so much more. Closing out the show, they look at what's to come in 2023 and make some bold predictions for the new year.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Ryan Taylor, owner of Ryan Fitness and Travel, to talk about the latest trending news in the travel industry, including how busy Thanksgiving travel week was, Frontier's big decision and more.
Later, the two dive into cruising and all-inclusive resorts, debating the two vacation types, discussing the best time to book for each, and how they blend together with all-inclusive cruising.
The discussion on cruising vs. all-inclusive resorts begins after the 15-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Jesse Morris of We Book Travel to discuss the latest trending topics in travel, including Thanksgiving travel week, Cyber Week deals and more.
Later, the two dive deeper into what the full holiday travel season may look like, where people are going now and where they're booking for future trips. Morris also provides advice for fellow travel advisors to get the most out of the holiday season.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the world's safest countries and cities, big air travel news and more.
Later, Bowman welcomes Ricardo Portillo, Sales and Marketing Manager at The Excellence Collection, to discuss the latest in the all-inclusive resort space. Portillo shares his insights on all-inclusive resort trends, what separates The Excellence Collection from other resorts, and more.
The discussion with Portillo on all-inclusive resorts begins after the 15-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Brian Major, the Managing Editor for Digital Publications & Guides, and the Caribbean here at TravelPulse.
The two discuss the top winners from the 2022 Travvy Awards, the top highlights and news from Cruise World, a potential pilot strike and other top trending news in the travel industry.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Katie Genter, Senior Writer for The Points Guy focusing on points, miles, credit cards and travel. Together the two discuss the top trending stories in the travel industry, including hotels and airlines rebounding, Carnival cracking down on booze and more.
Later, Genter shares her insights into the world of points, miles and travel loyalty programs. How does one get started, which programs are better than others, and which credit cards are best for travel? Genter answers these and more.
This discussion on points and miles begins near the 12:45 minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Tyson Wharton, owner of Sioux Empire Travel, to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including their recent experience at ALGV’s Ascend conference, some big cruise news, and more.
Later in the show, Bowman and Wharton share their biggest travel pet peeves, and how to not let them ruin your vacation. They also review a new list of the worst air travel passengers, and Wharton provides advice to advisors on dealing with clients.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Katie Ehlers, owner of LuxTavel Katie, an affiliate of Classic Travel Connection. Together the two first discuss the top trending travel industry stories from the week, including big cruise news, airfare pricing hikes and more.
Later, Ehlers shares her insights into why advisors should start charging fees, how they can get started and her pitch for why consumers should pay a fee to work with an advisor. The discussion on fees begins just before the 13-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by three of his fellow Northstar Travel colleagues: Emma Weissmann, host of the Humans of Travel podcast, Jamie Biesiada, co-host of Trade Secrets podcast with Emma, and Rebecca Tobin, host of The Folo podcast.
Together the group discusses the latest trending news stories in the travel industry, including new travel advisory updates, travel deals, and more.
Later, the group dives into what it is like being a travel journalist, debunking the common myths about the job, advice for breaking into the industry and much more.
The discussion on life as a travel journalist begins around the 21-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations to discuss the latest trending news stories in the travel industry, including the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, Travel agency groups reporting record sales and much more.
Later in the show, the two discuss the travel scene associated with "spooky season" aka dark tourism. This multi-million dollar industry is celebrated throughout the year, but the month of October is peak spooky season, bringing both the scary and haunted side of things together with the fun, entertainment side and commercialization of Halloween.
The discussion on spooky season begins just after the 20-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Jenn Lee, VP Industry Engagement and Support for Travel Planners International. Together the two first discuss the latest trending news stories in the world of travel, including hurricane season, big destination news updates and more.
Later in the show, Bowman and Lee discuss how we are entering a great new era in the travel industry as the world moves further away from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The discussion on the new era in the travel industry begins just after the 13-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the top trending news in the travel industry, including Hurricane Fiona's impact on travel, the latest on airfare prices and more.
Later in the show, Bowman welcomes Laura Fernandez, VP Head of Industry Travel + Tourism at SXM Media and Shane Brossard, Chief Marketing Officer at Travel Wisconsin. Together the three discuss the 2022 Fall travel season, how Travel Wisconsin is using unique tactics to entice visitors, and much more.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Jason Gewirtz, Executive Editor and Publisher of SportsTravel.
First, the two discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including big Disney news, holiday air travel, and more. Later in the show, Gewirtz shares insights into the world of sports travel, from how the industry is bigger than you think, how it's recovering from the pandemic, the top destinations and more.
The interview on the world of sports travel begins just after the 17-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman first discusses the latest trends in travel, including the airlines' new commitment to helping stranded passengers, big destination updates and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Doris Patiño, Senior Business Development Manager with Grupo Xcaret. Patiño shares insights into Xcaret Parks various offerings and what makes it one of the best places to have fun in Riviera Maya, Mexico.
The interview with Patiño begins near the 13:30-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is on location at the Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos resort for the Future Leaders in Travel Retreat. He is joined by Emma Weissmann, Managing Editor at TravelAge West.
Together the two discuss the latest trending news in the world of travel, including the massive rise in the number of complaints from air travel passengers, key destination updates and more.
Later in the show, Bowman and Weissmann go more in-depth on what the Future Leaders in Travel Retreat is all about and talk about millennials and Gen Z's place in the travel industry today.
The discussion on the Future Leaders in Travel Retreat begins at the 16-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending news in the travel industry, including big cruises news and the government's decision to create a website to help air travelers find out what they're owed if their flight is delayed or canceled.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Laura Fernandez, VP Head of Industry Travel + Tourism at SXM Media. Together the two discuss their recent business travel experiences and how the industry is recovering in this area.
The interview with Fernandez begins near the 13-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman reports from Las Vegas for Virtuoso Travel Week. He first discusses the top trending news in the travel industry, including huge updates for cruise lines and big things happening in the air travel sector.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Matthew Upchurch, Chairman and CEO of Virtuoso. Upchurch provides insights on the latest trends he’s seeing from the vast Virtuoso network. Virtuoso has 20,000 travel advisors around the world and generates an average of $25-30 billion in annual sales, making them a powerhouse in the industry with access to fantastic traveler data.
The interview with Upchurch begins around the 14-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the top trending news in the travel industry, including the rise in confidence around cruising, top destinations with no COVID-19 travel restrictions and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Chip Rogers, President and CEO Of the American Hotel & Lodging Association. Rogers provides insights on what travelers should know about the hotel industry right now courtesy of intel from their 2022 Midyear State of the Hotel Industry Report.
The interview with Rogers begins just after the 11-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the top trending news in the travel industry, including his thoughts from attending Global Travel Marketplace, the big news in aviation and much more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Laura Fernandez, VP Head of Industry Travel + Tourism at SXM Media. Together the two discuss the resurgence of tourism in big cities and how entertainment is playing a key role in the industry's recovery.
The interview with Fernandez begins just after the 11-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by expert traveler, chef and TV host Andrew Zimmern.
The two first discuss the latest trending news in the world of travel, including cruise lines eliminating pre-boarding testing requirements, new data on the traveler's changing mindset, and much more.
Later in the show, Zimmern provides insights into what's trending in the world of culinary travel and how the pandemic and inflation have impacted that industry. Zimmern also highlights some great foodie destinations. The culinary travel discussion begins around the 22-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the top trending news in the travel industry, including the new COVID-19 public emergency, the worst US airports for delays and cancellations this summer, and much more.
Later, Bowman is joined by four guests: Trey Tracy, Senior Travel Advisor with Magnolia Travel Group, Nikki McGregory, Travel Event Specialist for Nik of Time Travel, Jennifer Kruse, Associate Director, Trade Recruitment and Engagement, Travel Weekly, and Catherine Shaw, Marketing Director, Events, Northstar Travel Group.
The group shares their insights on why attending live events in person is the best way for travel agents and advisors to grow and improve as a person and in turn, help their business thrive. Shaw provides an update on the 2022 CruiseWorld event, Tracy and McGregory highlight why they found the STAR program successful for them, and Kruse shares how and why travel advisors should apply to be part of the STAR program at CruiseWorld this year.
The discussion on live events kicks off near the 11:30-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Brian Major, Caribbean travel expert and Managing Editor of Digital Guides here at TravelPulse.
The two first discuss the latest trending news stories in the travel industry, including Spirit's delaying the merger vote again, cruise lines dropping testing requirements, and much more.
Later, Major shares insights into the latest impacting travel and tourism in the Caribbean from inflation and rising prices to what the rest of the 2022 travel forecast holds. Additionally, Major highlights which destinations are trending big right now and which lesser-known islands need to be on your radar. The Caribbean discussion begins at the 17-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Stephen Scott, CEO of Travel Hub 365 & the Odyssey Travel App.
The two first discuss the latest trending news stories in the travel industry, including takeaways from the busy July 4th holiday travel weekend and Bowman's experience on the newly christened Disney Wish cruise ship.
Later, Scott provides insights into the various ways the travel industry continues to innovate and adjust to this new era we're living in, from inflation issues to new inventions and technology. The discussion on how the travel industry continues to innovate and adjust begins around the 17-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Will Medina, owner of Destination Weddings Expert and Destination Weddings University.
The two first discuss the latest trending news stories in the travel industry, including the recent air travel chaos and the impact Roe vs. Wade being overturned might have on the travel industry.
Later in the show, Medina shares his insights into the latest trends and brands he loves when it comes to destination weddings and honeymoons. Medina also shares tips for travel advisors looking to grow their business in this niche market. The discussion on weddings and honeymoons begins just before the 23-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the top trending news in the industry, including air travel woes, big cruise news and so much more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Chris Davidson, Executive Vice President of MMGY Travel Intelligence. Davidson shares insights into MMGY's recent summer edition of the Portrait of the American Traveler as well as how the lifting of the pre-departure testing rule to enter the U.S. is impacting traveler's decision-making. The interview with Davidson begins at the 14:40-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Mark Chesnut, travel writer owner of LatinFlyer.com and author of the new book Prepare for Departure. The two first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including how the industry reacted to the news of the pre-departure COVID-19 testing requirement coming to an end.
Later in the show, Chesnut shares insights into the latest trends and popular destinations in the LGTBQ travel scene as well as how advisors can tap into this massive travel market. The LGTBQ travel discussion begins at the 17:28 minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman records from IPW 2022 in Orlando, Florida. He first discusses the latest trending news stories in the travel industry, including key destination updates and the United States' new national travel and tourism strategy.
Later in the show, Bowman is joined by Amir Eylon, President and CEO of Longwoods International. Eylon shares insights and data showcasing how inflation is impacting the travel industry right now. The interview with Eylon begins at the 12:35 mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by John Maddox, travel advisor and cruise specialist with Tropical Getaways Travel. The two first discuss the latest trending news stories in the travel industry, including Memorial Day weekend travel mishaps, destinations dropping restrictions and more.
Later in the show, Maddox shares insight into the latest trends in cruising. From the booking stages of what types of travelers are cruising to where they're going to the changes in the onboard experience, Maddox shares what you need to know. Additionally, Maddox and Bowman debate whether the cruise industry has been treated unfairly through the pandemic. The discussion on the latest in the cruise industry begins around the 20-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Mallory Jones, a luxury travel advisor with You Deserve It Vacations, to discuss what's trending in the world of travel, including traveler's top concerns, what to expect for Memorial Day travel and more.
Later in the show, Jones provides her insights on the biggest mistakes travelers make these days and how to avoid them. From how travelers book to when they book and so much more, Jones shares tips for travelers of all types.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations to discuss what's trending in the world of travel, including destinations dropping mask mandates, Southwest's big plans for the future and more.
Later, Doncsecz shares insights on how to save money for travel. As an expert travel advisor, Doncsecz helps save his clients money on big trips. He details tips every traveler should know, as well as advice for how fellow travel agents should approach budget and money with their clients. The money-saving tips discussion begins around the 18-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the top trending news in the industry, including big news in cruising and the airline industry.
Later, Bowman interviews John Werner, President & COO at MAST Travel Network. Werner shares insights into what he sees as the top issues troubling the travel industry right now, as well as how travel advisors can navigate through these times. The interview begins around the 11-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the top trending news in the industry, including key destination updates, air travel news and more.
Later, Bowman interviews Roger Dow, CEO of the U.S. Travel Association. Dow discusses what goes into making National Travel and Tourism Week, what's trending in the United States travel and tourism industry, and so much more. The interview with Dow begins around the 14-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Dan Richards, CEO of Global Rescue.
The two first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the mask mandate ruling, record-high airfare prices and more.
Later, Richards provides insights into what risks travelers need to prepare for in today's world, as well as destinations to avoid and the top concerns among today's travelers.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending news in travel, including the end of the federal mask mandate on planes, key destinations updates and more.
Later, Bowman is joined by Jessica Blotter, CEO and Co-Founder of Kind Traveler. Blotter shares insights into how travelers can truly embrace eco-friendly travel, which destinations stand out, and what the travel industry can do when it comes to sustainable travel. The interview with Blotter begins at the 15-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Nick Pena, a luxury travel advisor with Cruise Planners. The two first discuss the latest trending stories in the travel industry, including JetBlue's offer to buy Spirit, news impacting Mexico tourism and more.
Later, Pena shares his insights into what is trending in luxury travel in 2022. From hotels to cruises to destinations that excel in the luxury experience, Pena highlights the need to know when it comes to true luxury travel. Additionally, Pena gives listeners a preview of what it's like booking travel for celebrity clients. The discussion on luxury travel begins around the 23-minute mark.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman breaks down the latest trending news in the travel industry, including big cruise news, destination updates and more.
Later, Bowman interviews Bruce Wallin, editor, writer and host of the Travel That Matters podcast. Wallin shares his insights into how we can make travel count through meaningful experiences.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman breaks down the latest trending news in the travel industry, including those pushing back against the government, popular destinations updating entry requirements and more.
Later, Bowman interviews Audrey Hendley, President, Global Travel & Lifestyle Services at American Express. Hendley shares insights into the 2022 American Express Travel Global Travel Trends Report and how ready Americans are for travel in 2022.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Emily Brillanti, owner of Vita Brillanti Travel, to discuss the latest trending news topics in the travel industry, including airfare prices, destination updates and more.
Later in the show, Brillanti shares her insights into the European travel scene right now, which destinations are trending and more.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Ronda Helton, owner of The Travel Connection Group.
The two first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the extension of the mask mandate, the latest CDC guidance for cruising and more. Later, Helton shares her insights on how the pandemic has vastly impacted the travel industry over the last two years.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Mandee Migliaccio, CEO of Stepping Out Travel.
The two first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the continued travel impact of Russia's invasion on Ukraine, positive updates for popular destinations and more. Later, Migliaccio shares her insights into the top spring break travel trends for 2022.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman reports from Riviera Maya, Mexico at the La Casa De La Playa TravFORUM event.
First, Bowman discusses what's trending in the world of travel, including the travel impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, destination update news and more.
Later, Bowman interviews Lester Romero, Sales Manager for Hoteles Xcaret. Romero breaks down what guests can expect visiting the new La Casa De La Playa property, as well as how important it has been to host the latest TravFORUM event.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Krystal Aziz, Director of Operations at Modern TravelWorks, to discuss what's trending in the world of travel, including big cruise news, destination updates and more.
Later, Aziz shares her insights as an expert travel advisor on the top new trends taking over the industry. From social media influencing decisions to big spending and more, Aziz highlights what's big for 2022 travel.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations to discuss what's trending in the world of travel, including the industry's big push for change, the Frontier - Spirit merger, destination updates and more.
Later in the show, Doncsecz shares his expert insight into the rising cost of travel right now and how travelers can best find deals and save money on their vacations.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending news in travel, including travel advisory updates, a cruise shutdown and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Steve Shur, President of The Travel Technology Association. Shur shares his insights into what's trending in travel technology right now, how the pandemic impacted travel tech and much more.
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This week, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Samantha Brown, a travel expert and TV host formerly with the Travel Channel and now hosting the Emmy award-winning “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love.”
The two first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including winter travel woes and key destination updates. Later, Brown shares insights into what viewers can expect in season 5 of her "Places to Love” show, as well as the challenges of filming during the pandemic.
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In this week's episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by luxury travel advisor Jill Taylor of Jetset World Travel.
The two first discuss the latest trending stories in the travel industry, including COVID protocol updates for key destinations around the world and more.
Later in the show, Taylor shares insights on her expertise in family travel. Listen to hear about the top 2022 family travel trends and which destinations families should put on their travel radar.
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In this episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending stories in the travel industry, including destination updates and the wild holiday travel scene from Christmas and New Year's weekend.
Later, Bowman interviews Charles Sylvia, VP, Industry and Trade Relations for Cruise Lines International Association. Sylvia shares insights into how the latest CDC advisory against cruising will impact the industry as well as what's in store for 2022.
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TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Stephen Scott, CEO of Travel Hub 365 & the Odyssey Travel App. The two discuss the top stories of the year, from vaccine mandates to ever-changing protocols and entry requirements to the return of cruising and so much more. Bowman and Scott also offer some predictions for what's in store for 2022 in the travel industry.
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In this episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending stories in the travel industry, including new travel advisories for top destinations and big changes in the air travel sector.
Later, hear Bowman's interview with Terry Dale, USTOA President and CEO. Dale shares insight into the current trends and key issues facing tour operators now and heading into 2022.
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In this week's episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman opens the show discussing the latest trending topics around the travel industry.
Later in the show, Bowman is joined by Zane Kerby, President and CEO of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA). Kerby shares his insights on how the Omicron variant may impact the travel industry and where travel advisors can go from here.
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In this episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Chad Burt, co-founder of Outside Agents to discuss the latest trending news in travel, including reactions to the Omicron variant impacting the industry.
Later, the two talk about the 2021 holiday travel season and where most people are traveling to. Also, Burt shares his insights on what he sees trending this time of year as well as what advisors need to know.
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In this episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman opens the show discussing the latest trending topics around the travel industry, including the top winners from the 2021 Travvy Awards and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Vicki Freed, Royal Caribbean International's Senior Vice President of Sales, Trade Support and Service. From a floating cabana at Royal Caribbean's private island Coco Cay, Freed shares updates on the cruise experience and chats about the brand new Odyssey of the Seas.
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In this week's episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman opens the show discussing the latest trending topics around the travel industry, including staffing shortages and changing destination news.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Tori-Emerson Barnes Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Policy, at the U.S. Travel Association. She shares insights into the state of U.S. travel and tourism right now, how big an impact the return of international travelers will make and much more.
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In this week's episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman opens the show discussing the latest trending topics around the travel industry, including some good news for the travel industry.
Later in the show, Debbie Fiorino, Senior Vice President and COO of Owned Brands for World Travel Holdings and Godmother of the river cruise ship AmaSiena joins to discuss the latest in the cruise industry and what travelers need to know about river cruising vs. ocean cruising.
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TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman opens the show with a brief note on his recent trip to the ALG 2021 Ascend Conference before diving into the latest trending topics around the travel industry.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Julia Simpson, CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council. Simpson shares where the global tourism sector stands now and what the path to recovery is for this industry.
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In this week's episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman is joined by Sarah Kline of Time for Travel.
The two first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including new research on the status of tourism's recovery and several destinations unveiling plans for reopening.
Later in the show, Kline shares her thoughts on last week's big news from Mariott and Wyndham as well as what she thinks the future holds for all-inclusive resorts.
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In this World Tourism Day episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending news in the travel industry, including updates on popular tourism destinations, the resumption of cruising at big ports and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Greg Schulze, a Senior Vice President with Expedia Group. Schulze shares his insights into the fall travel season on what travelers can expect, which destinations are trending and more.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by Jordan Bradshaw, Vice President of Northcutt Travel Agency.
The two discuss the biggest trending topics in the world of travel of the last week, including whether or not there should be a vaccine mandate for US air travel. Other topics include the US lifting travel restrictions on international travelers, how travel bookings are shaping up now and ahead to this winter, as well as the latest in the cruise industry.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by travel advisor Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations to discuss what's trending in the world of travel, including the idea of a potential vaccine mandate for US air travel and a multi-billion-dollar travel move.
Later, the two discuss Doncsecz's recent trips to the US and Mexico, as well Bowman's recent trip to Europe. They share top advice for those traveling now and in the future during the changing landscape in the travel industry.
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This week, host Eric Bowman reports from onboard the AmaSiena river cruise ship in Europe. Bowman shares his experience returning to Europe and discusses the latest trending news in travel from the past week.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Kristin Karst, co-founder of AmaWaterways. The two discuss the brand new AmaSiena ship and Karst shares her outlook on the future of river cruising.
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On this week's episode, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman opens the show by breaking down the top trending stories in the travel industry from the last week, including cruise updates and the extension of the federal mask mandate.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews CDC doctor Kristina Angelo. She shares her insights into the differences in how vaccinated travelers should prepare for trips compared to unvaccinated travelers, as well as tips for staying safe on the road.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by Terry Dale, United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) President and CEO. The two dive into the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Hyatt's big acquisition and updates on destinations.
Later in the show, Dale shares his thoughts on the current state of the travel industry, tour operators requiring guests to be vaccinated, updated info on 2022 bookings and more.
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This week, in a special Monday edition of the show, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman first breaks down the latest trending news in the travel industry, including destinations changing entry protocols and a unique warning from the FAA.
Later in the show, Bowman is joined by Doug Parker of Cruise Radio. The interview was recorded last week onboard the brand-new Carnival Marid Gras. Parker shares his insights on the new ship as well as the current cruise industry landscape.
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On this week's episode, host Eric Bowman is joined by John Maddox of KHM Travel. The two discuss the latest trending topics in travel from the last week, including big cruise news and several destination updates.
Later in the show, Bowman and Maddox break down the biggest summer travel trends this year. Maddox shares his insights on what he's seeing from his clients.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by Tiffany Dowd, global luxury hotel expert and Founder of Luxe Social Media. The two first discuss the latest trending topics in the world of travel, including big cruise news and top hotel brands.
Later in the show, Dowd shares her insights on social media's role in travel today and how travelers can best utilize the many platforms.
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On this week's episode, host Eric Bowman is joined by Richard Aquino and Dan Durazo from Allianz to discuss what's trending in the travel industry.
Later in the show, Aquino and Durazo share their insight on travel insurance in today's ever-changing world.
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On this week's episode, host Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the safest places for 4th of July travel this year and the return of US cruising.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Carlo Micallef, Deputy CEO and Chief Marketing Officer for Malta Tourism Authority. Micallef shares what it took to decide on June 17 as the official reopening date for tourism, as well as what travelers need to know upon arriving.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by Julius Robinson, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer with Marriott. The two discuss the latest trending topics in the world of travel, including major destination reopening news, cruise news and more.
Later, Robinson shares his insights on the current state of the hotel industry's path to recovery, how they're preparing for a busy summer season, what's new and upcoming with Marriott and more.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by cruise expert Stewart Chiron. Hear from Chiron on what his experience was like being on board the Caribbean cruise ship that had two passengers test positive for COVID-19 last week.
The two also discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry first before diving into the current state of the cruise industry and how long it will take to fully rebound. Chiron shares why he thinks it's definitely safe to cruise again.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by Brooke McDonald, a writer and editor covering travel and theme parks for multiple outlets, including here at TravelPulse.
The two first discuss the latest trending topics in travel, including major news surrounding the cruise industry as well as reopening updates for popular destinations. With McDonald at Disney World and Bowman at Universal Orlando, the two then dive into the scene at both locations and what the future holds for the top two theme parks.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by Valerie Dorsey, a luxury travel advisor with Cruise Planners. The two discuss top trending travel news stories from the last week, including major cruise news, wild antics on planes and more.
Later, the two discuss how busy this summer travel season might be, and Dorsey offers her top tips for those taking summer vacations this year.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is in Hawaii on the island of Maui at Kaanapali Beach Resort. He shares how the process to enter Maui went before diving into the top trending travel news stories from the last week, including major news on travel to Europe, Alaska cruising and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Theresa van Greunen - Vice President, Communications at Aqua-Aston Hospitality. The two chat about travel to Hawaii right now, the beautiful properties here at Ka’anapali Beach Resort and much more.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by not one but two guests – the villa guys!
Willie Fernandez and Steve Lassman – Vice Presidents & General Managers at Villas of Distinction – join Bowman to discuss the latest trending news stories in travel before diving into the rise of villas and what the future holds for this booming area in the travel sector.
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Host Eric Bowman is joined by Amina Dearmon, owner of Perspectives Travel, a New Orleans-based agency that is affiliated with SmartFlyer and Virtuoso. The two discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including big cruise news, naughty passengers, and updates on travel to Europe and the United Kingdom.
After trending topics, the two dive into what the future holds for group travel. Dearmon shares her insights as a group travel specialist, including trending destinations and advice for travel advisors.
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On this week's show, host Eric Bowman is joined by Michelle Fee, CEO and founder of Cruise Planners.
First, the two discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the great cruise news from the CDC last week. Then Bowman and Fee talk about the true value of the travel advisor – aka the hero of the travel industry time and time again during this pandemic.
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On a special Monday edition of the podcast, host Eric Bowman is live in Cancun, Mexico at Moon Palace Resort for the 2021 World Travel & Tourism Council's Global Summit.
Mark Chesnut, travel writer and owner of LatinFlyer.com, joins Bowman this week and the two discuss the latest trending topics in the world of travel, including some great news for travel to Europe as well as the latest big news in the cruise industry.
After that, Bowman and Chesnut share their experiences so far at the WTTC Global Summit, the first in-person global travel event since the pandemic.
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Host Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending topics in the world of travel, including some good and bad news in the industry, updates on reopenings around the world and more.
This week, Bowman is joined by Court Whelan, Director of Sustainability and Conservation Travel Programs and Expedition Leader at Natural Habitat Adventures. The two first discuss what's trending before diving into the many facets of green tourism.
Want to be a more eco-friendly traveler? Whelan provides excellent insight!
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by David Hartman, luxury travel advisor with Fantastic Endeavors.
In addition to recapping what's trending in the world of travel, the two dive deep into the debate around vaccine passports for travel.
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TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including new CDC travel guidelines, major cruise news and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Laura Fernandez, the head of Travel + Tourism advertising business for SiriusXM and its brands Pandora, SoundCloud and Stitcher. Fernandez shares insights into Pandora's research on how much music impacts travelers, as well as some of the top cities out there music lovers should consider.
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This week, host Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including major cruise news and why #BoycottDelta was trending on social media.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Melissa DaSilva, President of Trafalgar. DaSilva shares what it took for them to get tours back in operation right now, as well as what the future holds for the guided tour industry.
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Host Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the return of cruising. a round-up of recent naughty passengers and more.
Later in the show, Bowman interviews Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura and host of the new Atlas Obscura podcast. Thuras shares his insights into off-the-beaten-path travel destinations and making the most of how and why you travel.
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This week, host Eric Bowman is joined by Paul and Sally Smith of the TravelSmiths.
The three discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including an update from the CDC, some good and bad news in the cruise industry and much more.
Later, the TravelSmiths share their insight into the current state of the travel industry now that we're past the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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On this week's show, TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman brings on Margie Jordan, Vice President of TRUE Global Network with CCRA International. The two first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the new COVID-19 relief bill, bad news for cruising and more.
Later, Jordan shares her insights into what the 2021 spring break travel scene might look like amidst the ongoing pandemic.
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Host Eric Bowman is joined by travel advisor Ken Heit this week to discuss what's trending in the world of travel, including a scary moment in the sky for a United Flight as well as the latest on cruising.
Heit is a cruise specialist affiliated with FROSCH International Travel and the owner/president of Luxury Cruise and Tour Inc. He's attained numerous sales honors and awards throughout his career and offers his thoughts on the current state of the cruise industry, what he's hearing from his clients, vaccine mandates for passengers and more.
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Host Eric Bowman is joined by TravelPulse Senior Editor Codie Liermann and travel advisor Jeni Chaffer, owner of Journeys Travel, to discuss the top trending stories in the travel industry.
Additionally, Codie and Jeni share their experiences on recent visits to multiple Caribbean islands.
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Host Eric Bowman is joined by Laura Fernandez of SiriusXM and travel advisor Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations to discuss travel shaming in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fernandez heads up the Travel + Tourism advertising business for SiriusXM and its brands Pandora, SoundCloud and Stitcher. She shares insights on recent traveler research data from Pandora and Doncsecz shares his experience on travel shaming from the past year.
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TravelPulse Executive Editor Eric Bowman takes over as the sole host of the show.
This week, he shares how a COVID-19 test impacted his trip to Jamaica. Later, he is joined by travel advisor Tyson Wharton of Sioux Empire Travel to discuss what's trending in travel. Topics include Canada's new travel restrictions, the US possibly mandating COVID-19 testing on domestic flights, mandatory vaccines for cruising and more.
Additionally, Wharton shares how his clients handled the onsite COVID-19 testing experience at an all-inclusive resort.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest topics in the travel industry, including President Biden's new executive orders and the impact they will have on travel and travel advisors.
The two also discuss possible vaccine mandates for travel and reminisce about previous episodes as this will be Dan's final show as co-host.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest topics in the travel industry, including how advisors and suppliers reacted to the CDC's new air travel requirements, the legacy of President Trump's travel impact and much more.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry.
When will the full re-launch for the cruise industry take place in 2021? What does the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) think of possible mandatory vaccines in order to travel? What did the latest naughty passengers do this time?
All these and more are discussed on this week of the TravelPulse Podcast.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the sad news on the passing of Sandals founder Gordon "Butch" Stewart, TSA's total numbers from 2020 and much more.
Later, the two are joined by Beth Rasor of Vacation Daze. She shares her insight into current family travel trends as well as advice for travel advisors.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan recap the best and the worst from 2020 before diving into 2021 travel trends. Additionally, they each make some bold predictions for 2021 travel.
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Finally, the second stimulus package has been approved and the travel industry will see some relief.
With Dan on vacation this week, Eric first breaks down the top trending stories in the travel world and later interviews Jennifer Doncsecz, President of VIP Vacations, for her thoughts on how the relief package impacts travel advisors.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the most recent news impacting cruise ships and so much more.
Later, the two are joined by Lydia Blanton (aka Liddy Sue), owner of Wishing On Travel Agency. Liddy just returned from a trip to Costa Rica and she details her experience, what people need to know, and she offers advice for travel advisors selling international travel as well.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the most recent cruise news, some positive industry news for 2021 and the worst passengers ever.
Later in the show, Eric and Dan breakdown the recent call from ASTA to revise travel advisor commission payments. The two share their opinion, as well as differing thoughts from a few advisors who chimed in on social media.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including new CDC travel recommendations and naughty passengers from November.
There's one month left in 2020 - how will you make the most of it?
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the most recent travel recommendations from the CDC, top Black Friday and Cyber/Monday travel deals and so much more.
This week's interview guest is Laurence Pinckney, President of ZenBiz Travel & Events. Pinckney shares his thoughts on the current travel landscape, as well as why he sees group travel as booming.
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Today marks the 100th episode of the TravelPulse Podcast. Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan open the show with a discussion on the ethics of selling travel right now after the integrity of agents and advisors were recently called into question.
Eric and Dan also dive into the latest trending news topics in the world of travel before celebrating the 100th episode. The two share some past clips of how this podcast all started with Mark Murphy, showcasing what this podcast is all about - advocating for travel advisors and getting to the truth of what’s trending in the world of travel.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including a look into when the world might fully reopen for tourism, what hotel CEOs are seeing for 2021 and more.
In this week's interview, the two are joined by Brianna Glenn, owner of Milk + Honey Travels. Glenn shares her thoughts on the road to recovery for the travel industry, whether or not travel advisors should charge fees, and how she, a millennial travel advisor, excels at marketing and social media. You can follow Glenn on Instagram here.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss what's trending in the world of travel, including the latest in the cruise industry, updated travel requirements for popular tourist destinations and more.
This week's interview is with Michelle Fee, CEO and founder of Cruise Planners. Fee shares her insight on the future of cruising after the CDC recently lifted the no sail order. She gives her advice to travel advisors on selling cruises, what pricing might be like on 2021 cruises and more.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including tourism officials calling for an end to quarantines, Thanksgiving holiday travel trends and more.
In this week's interview segment, the two are joined by UnCruise Adventures CEO Dan Blanchard who shares updates on what his company doing now, the benefits of a small cruise and his advice for travel advisors selling cruises.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the likelihood of catching COVID-19 on a plane, travel industry relief aid and more.
Later, the two are joined by CDC Doctor Kristina Angelo. The infectious disease doctor shares her insight on all things travel right now, the questions people should be asking themselves before they travel again and much more.
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Dan is riding solo on the podcast this week, but breaks down some of the biggest news from travel over the past few days: Positive signs for cruising via their crew members Disney shows how a theme park can safely reopen Hawaii starts new pre-travel testing initiative this week Holiday travel survey shows many aren't traveling for holidays Stolen items from Pompeii returned after cursing tourist
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the CDC extending the no sail order, airports adding more COVID-19 testing and more.
On this week's interview, the two are joined by Jeremy Hall of Cruise Vacations International. Hall shares his insights on how he has managed to work as a cruise specialist during the pandemic, what advisors can do moving forward, what he's hearing from his clients regarding the new safety protocols and more.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including airlines offering COVID-19 testing, the CDC's upcoming decision on cruising's no-sail order and more.
Later, the two welcome travel advisor Kacie Walls of Travelista Travels. Walls shares her insight on booking travelers to the Caribbean, what her clients are saying after their trips and what advice she would give to other travel advisors looking to sell more Caribbean vacations right now.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the news of cruise lines finally announcing health and safety protocols, temperature screening at airports and more.
For this week's interview segment, the two are joined by Anthony Melchiorri, a hospitality and travel expert and Travel Channel TV host. Melchiorri provides terrific insight into the future of the hotel industry and gives great advice for small business owners. Additionally, the New York native offers his opinion on the future of NYC tourism.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the latest news in the cruise industry, a new commission package for travel advisors and more.
Later, the two are joined by Samantha Brown, a travel expert and TV host formerly with the Travel Channel and now hosting the Emmy award-winning “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love.”Brown shares her thoughts on how the pandemic has changed her view of travel, the importance of working with a travel advisor and more.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan first discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including where Americans want to travel in 2021 as well as what's going on in the cruise world.
In this week's interview segment, the two are joined by Julie Cappiello, Social Media Manager for World Animal Protection to discuss the do's and don'ts when it comes to animal tourism.
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On this international episode, Eric Bowman reports on health and safety protocols being taken in the Dominican Republic and at the Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana and what international travel out of Atlanta was like. The hosts also provide updates on the removal of change fees from multiple airlines and more travel industry news.
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Dan is on vacation once again, but instead of riding solo this week, Eric is joined by a special guest.
Drew Binsky has traveled to 191 Countries – and if not for the pandemic, he would’ve completed his quest to visit every single country in the world this year while filming a documentary. He also is a phenomenal content creator and a social media guru. He currently has 489k followers on Instagram and over 1.5 Billion Video Views on YouTube. The two discuss what’s trending in the world of travel first and then Eric talks to Drew more about his social media insights and his travel experiences.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the rise in 2021 cruise bookings, new travel trends and more.
For this week's interview, the two are joined by Stephen Scott of TravelHub365 as he shares his insights on what the future of luxury travel will be like, as well as current destinations to experience luxury travel, both domestically and internationally.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the big cruise news and what's going on in the airline industry.
For this week's interview, the two are joined by Denella Ri'chard, former Senior Director at Holland America Line. Ri'chard talks about her new travel TV show, shares her insights on what cruise advisors need to be doing right now and more.
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Eric Bowman is riding solo this week while co-host Dan Callahan is on vacation. Bowman discusses the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the newest naughty passengers, and he shares his experience traveling to Cancun for a VIP event at Hyatt Ziva Cancun.
Later, Playa Hotels & Resorts executives Kevin Froemming and Greg Maliassas on how their brand put new health and safety protocols in place.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the latest naughty passengers causing issues on planes, the Bahamas reversing its ban on US travelers and more.
This week's interview segment, the hosts are joined by Scott Lara, aka The Cruise Genius. Lara shares his insights on when he thinks ocean-line cruising will return, what travel advisors should be doing right now to better their business and what the future of cruising needs to look like.
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As the CDC extends the cruise line no-sail order and The Bahamas bars U.S. travelers, there is still rising positive perception in the hospitality space with many brands implementing health and safety protocols and policies.
To discuss insights and possible future trends, the hosts discuss those topics and more with Andrew Alexander, President of Red Roof.
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Eric and Dan dive into the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including Disney World reopening and what's buzzing the cruise world. Eric also shares his experience flying Spirit Airlines over the weekend and how even though air travel has changed, some things still remain the same.
This week's interview with Kim Cook of LoveToTravel for an in-depth look at the new all-inclusive resort experience. Cook recently visited a few all-inclusive resorts in Cancun, Mexico and offers up advice for travelers as well as the travel advisors who sell them.
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Eric and Dan dive into the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including which cruise lines just teamed up to set new health and safety protocols.
The hosts are joined by two guests this week to discuss racism in the travel industry. Jemica Archer, travel advisor and owner of TruBlue Travels, and feature writer Alex Temblador share their insights on how the travel industry can be more inclusive to people of color.
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Eric and Dan dive into the top trending topics in the travel industry, including the latest news out of Europe and the proposed new vacation tax bill. Later, the two are joined by the TravelSmiths, Paul and Sally Jane Smith, who provide in-depth details on what it was like taking an international trip during the global pandemic. These top travel advisors share their experience traveling to Cancun and Riviera Maya as they did 13 hotel site inspections in 7 days.
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On top of covering the latest cruise line suspension extensions and face mask debates, co-hosts Eric and Dan are joined by Rodrigo Esponda of the Los Cabos Tourism Board to discuss their plan they put into place to re-open the tourism hotspot Los Cabos and to dive into the details of health and safety measures being taken.
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Hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan discuss the latest trending topics in the travel industry, including the most read stories on TravelPulse.com in the last week, the proposed tax break credit for travel and how airlines are cracking down on guests not wearing masks.
Later, the two are joined by Scott Keyes, founder of ScottsCheapFlights.com. Keyes shares his insight into the airline industry, discussing the new normal of the air travel experience, passenger rights you need to know, current cheap flight destinations and more.
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As the cruise industry was one of the hardest hit by COVID-19 and it begins to enter the rebuilding and recovery process, Vicki Freed, SVP of Sales and Trade Support & Service at Royal Caribbean joins us to discuss protocols being put in place, how they plan to keep ships clean and monitor health of crew and passengers, and encouraging signs from future bookings being made.
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To provide an inside look and feel for what guided tours will be like post-coronavirus, guide trainer and advocate Nikki Padilla Rivera joins the podcast to discuss what might change with tours in the near future, what to look for in tour guides and how to get the most out of a tour guide. Your co-hosts also give a rundown of latest industry news including latest opening announcements, one cruise company's plan for health and safety, and why United isn't blocking middle seats.
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The travel industry is slowly, but surely, beginning to reopen around the world. We breakdown the latest happenings from Memorial Day Weekend and the recovery process travel is heading into with guest Matt Long of LandLopers.com and the Explore The World Podcast.
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What should be offered: full refunds, vouchers for future travel, or a choice between the two? It's been a hot topic of discussion for any area of travel, and Intrepid CEO James Thornton joins the podcast to share what his company has done for their customers and also interesting data for rebookings and new bookings.
Co-hosts Eric Bowman and Dan Callahan also run through what's trending in the news, including many glimmers of hope for travel, small U.S. cruise lines beginning operations as early as June, how to stay safe when flying and comments from listeners about FAM trips.
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To help paint the picture for what domestic travel in the U.S. will look like post-coronavirus, Visit Philadelphia President and CEO Jeff Guaracino joins the podcast. Jeff and your co-hosts discuss what travel advisors and travelers should look for when booking a domestic trip and why this will be one of the first types of travel to pick back up in the new normal.
Also, your co-hosts give the latest coronavirus updates from across the travel industry and touch on a controversial topic about FAM trips.
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Happy Cinco de Mayo! Hear from travel advisor Jenny Cagle of Elm Grove Travel on advice for selling Mexico post-coronavirus, Mexico destinations on the rise and what her business is doing to stay in-tact during these crazy times.
Before the advisor segment, your co-hosts run down the latest news from Cancun re-opening on June 1st to Frontier's new social distancing fee they want to charge passengers and much more.
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Zane Kerby, President/CEO of ASTA, joins the podcast to discuss what his organization has done for travel advisors since COVID-19 shut down travel, why the need for good advisors just went up, pieces of advice for their businesses and a future outlook on post-coronavirus travel for the industry.
Your hosts also bring you up to speed on latest developments from airlines and mask-wearing controversy, when cruise lines are scheduled to sail again, and how hotels are unveiling the utmost precautions for guests.
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For the first time ever, the podcast's guest joins in the discussion for the entire episode. Eric and Dan are joined by Megan Chapa, founder and host of the Travel Radio Podcast, as they discuss a wide variety of topics including: How virtual travel is exploding right now and how you can join in on it Cruise line incentives for 2021 bookings The least-visited locations in the world that have social distancing appeal Predictions about how travel advisors will work in the future with preferred suppliers and more
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Your hosts chat with the USTOA's President & CEO and also dive into the latest updates on COVID-19's impact on travel, if summer travel can still happen and what changes on planes and airfare we can expect post-coronavirus.
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Travel will change when we get on the other side of the coronavirus. What types of travel will we see take over and how can travel advisors adjust? Also on today's episode is advisor Susie Chau to talk about how advisors can manage their stress during this stressful time and how taking a sabbatical could be a good idea. Plus, learn how Royal Caribbean is helping advisors navigate the CARES Act.
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In this episode, we cover how travel advisors can find financial relief from the recent stimulus package for their business, travel/credit card expert Sara Rathner from NerdWallet joins us to talk financial advice for travel advisors and future travel, and the most recent cruise updates are discussed.
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- Coronavirus Stimulus Checks Calculator - How Much You May Get and When: https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/taxes/coronavirus-stimulus-bill-payments/
- NerdWallet COVID-19 Guide:https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/answers-to-coronavirus-questions
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As the travel industry navigates through tough times, it's vital to continue pushing the value of travel advisors. Your hosts also discuss how advisors are handling coronavirus-related issues with clients, what travel industry suppliers are going above and beyond for their advisors, and why one host still traveled internationally last week.
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The coronavirus has dominated headlines since last week, so we decided to dedicate an entire episode to the latest news, facts, mainstream media misinformation, tips for advisors to act on, and trip ideas we recommend during this outbreak.
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The Disney travel niche is an exciting one, and business is booming for travel advisors who specialize in it. We interviewed Stephanie Howard of Traveling Ears Vacations for her insight into becoming a Disney travel specialist, how to build your travel business through social media, budget-friendly tips when booking and how little coronavirus hysteria has impacted her business.
Your co-hosts also round-up some trending news such as a brawl on a cruise ship, another seat reclining debate, and St. Patrick's Day festivities around the world.
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The coronavirus continues to dominate travel headlines, but are some traveler reactions going too far? Eric and Dan provide updates on areas of travel feeling the impact, and they also share details on an airline petition demanding airlines seat families together. Plus, hear from travel advisor Danielle Stephens of Unique Romance Travel & Destination Weddings about the ideal times to book spring break travel, 2020's top trending spring destinations, how to find low rates & more.
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Where do you stand (or sit) on the airline reclining seat debate? Who won big at last week's Travvy Awards in New York City? What tips should travel advisors know about bookings groups, and what commissions can they expect? All that and more answered by your hosts and special guest, Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations.
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Broadcasting from New York City, Eric and Dan interview Jay Stein, CEO of Dream Hotel Group, about the current state of the hospitality industry and how his luxury lifestyle brand is adapting in a modern world full of data and technology. Also discussed is the most recent news on the coronavirus, new hotel openings, airline news and more.
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The coronavirus is taking its toll on travel - is it all 100% justified or maybe it's a little overkill? Dan and Eric are joined by travel advisor Paul Smith of TravelSmiths to talk about the coronavirus, the Dominican Republic's strong comeback and how you can still find incredible deals there, what U.S. travelers need to know about Brexit, the upcoming Travvy Awards and much more.
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The big game is almost here, and airlines are slashing airfares to Miami. Learn how you take advantage of deals for Super Bowl LIV and other types of travel, why an Instagram influencer got arrested at an Egyptian pyramid, and travel advisor Miki Taylor of Taylor & Co. Travel stops by to tell us her top travel tips and why Italy is her favorite trending destinations right now.
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Dan and Eric are joined by cruise expert and travel advisor Ali Geiger of Dream Vacations - Platinum Travel Associates to talk all about Wave Season and tips on cruising in 2020. Eric gives a few ways you can be a smarter traveler, and Dan shares his experience flying this past weekend with Frontier Airlines and how their recent marketing campaign is conveniently trendy.
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Your hosts wrap up 2019 by talking about some of the the craziest travelers from the seas to the skies, top tips to take into your travels and planning for 2020, and they are joined by a former Chicago chef/current travel advisor who has some tips for Antigua and spots to eat and see in Chicago.
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It's been a while, but we are back (with some updates). As we turn the page on 2019 and head into 2020, we are welcomed by two new hosts to the TravelPulse Podcast along with new segments and travel talking points.
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