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The TIN Lounge

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The TIN Lounge is the place for travel professionals to listen to the latest Travel Industry News. Created by travel advisors Korrine Johnson and Theresa Chu-Bermudez, this podcast is the perfect way for busy travel professionals to stay informed while getting things done.

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Special Guest: Dave Meihoefer - Supplier and Advisor Partnerships

May 02, 2024 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

Join Korrine and Theresa as they discuss the Do's and Don'ts of supplier and advisor partnerships with Dave Meihoefer. As a reminder, we'll be taking a short break from new episodes until the end of June. We can't wait to take out our mics again! Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Why you should consider consulting fees and the Power of Google Reviews

April 25, 2024 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Why you should consider consulting fees Google Reviews Are Powerful. Here’s How to Optimize Them As heard on Excess Baggage: Riviera River Cruises offers commissionable flight and hotel bookings Host Agency Reviews wants to hear from you Saudi Arabia Courting Tourism, Announces New Hotels of 2024 Holland America Group Resigns USTOA Active Membership Carnival Adds Features to Online Booking Tool for T...

Advisor Highlight: Mallory Jones

April 11, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

We speak with Mallory Jones in this episode of our Advisor Highlight series. Mallory is based in Texas, and she speaks to us about her business model, current challenges, plans for the future, and her definition of success. Listen in and feel inspired! Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Social Media's role in travel, Celebrity chefs and cruise ships, and What to expect riding Brightline

April 04, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Travel Advisors on What to Expect Riding Brightline Cruise Ships and Celebrity Chefs: A Perfect Pairing the Industry Continues to Crave How Social Media Still Plays a Big Role in Travel As heard on Excess Baggage: Avalon Alegria Christened in Pinhão, Portugal TSA Adds 8 New Airlines to PreCheck Registration for CruiseWorld 2024 Is Now Open Southwest Airlines Acquires Sustainable Fuel Company Travel P...

The Minibar: Hiring assistants, new technology, and high prices... let's chat about these challenges!

March 28, 2024 07:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Korrine and Theresa discuss current challenges they are facing along with other travel advisors in the industry. Are you turning your challenges into opportunities? Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Upcoming election and travel bookings, 2024 as the biggest travel boom year ever, and Alternatives to crowded pricey hot spots

March 21, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Will 2024 Be the Biggest Travel Boom Year Ever? Will the Upcoming Election Soften Travel Bookings? Travel Agents Say ‘No’ Where to Travel Now: Alternatives to Crowded, Pricey Hot Spots As heard on Excess Baggage: ASTA launches ad campaign against American Airlines Virgin Voyages creates cruise package for remote workers Spain Asks Travelers to Take Trains Instead of Planes on Shorter Domestic Routes ...

The Minibar: Most pressing issues facing travel advisors in 2024, SEO strategies every travel advisor should know, and Millennial interest in cruising on the rise

March 07, 2024 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: The Most Pressing Issues Facing Travel Advisors in 2024 Millennial Interest in Cruising On the Rise SEO Strategies Every Travel Advisor Should Know As heard on Excess Baggage: TTC Tour Brands Adds Brendan Vacations' Guided Tours to Advisor Portal JetBlue Abandons Spirit Airlines Merger After Regulatory Hurdles Prove Too Much Big Five Announces Co-Branded Website for Travel Advisors Riviera River Crui...

Sneak Peek at 7 Figure Cruise Business

February 29, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): Scuffle by Night Drift • Uppbeat License code: TP4U4XVTMLCYT8BD In this episode, we are giving you a sneak peek into Korrine's new podcast, 7 Figure Cruise Business.   Whether you’re a seasoned cruise pro who wants to elevate your cruise planning services, a total newbie who wants to start selling cruises, or an advisor who just wants to add this profitable trip type to your portfolio, this is the podcast for you, because this is where we talk abou...

Special Guest: Kelly Predmesky - Expedition Cruising with Swan Hellenic

February 22, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

Expedition cruising is one of the latest travel trends, and we talk to Kelly Predmesky on how to present this experience to your clients as well as how Swan Hellenic can give your clients a vacation of a lifetime. Plus, Theresa shares her recent expedition cruise to Antarctica with on Swan Hellenic... you won't want to miss this conversation! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Under-the-radar Caribbean destinations, Latest developments in cruise line private islands, and Top Spring travel trends for 2024

February 15, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Advisors Share Their Top Picks for Under-the-Radar Caribbean Destinations Latest Developments in Cruise Line Private Islands These Are the Top Spring Travel Trends for 2024 As heard on Excess Baggage: Traveling for Well-Being High on Gen Z's List of Travel Priorities Big Cruise Ships Dominate Online Searches Bahamas and Jamaica advisories spark concern, not cancellations ASTA supports crackdown on hi...

Advisor Highlight: Dr. Terika L Haynes

February 01, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

We speak with Dr. Terika Haynes in this episode of our Advisor Highlight series. Dr. Terika is based on Florida, and she speaks to us about her business model, current challenges, plans for the future, and her definition of success. Listen in and feel inspired! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Guest: Jenn Lee

January 25, 2024 08:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

As the new year begins, our chat with Jenn Lee is the perfect way to take the lessons we've learned from 2023 to make 2024 our best year yet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: What luxury travelers want from their vacations, Why ownership mindset is essential for ICs, and Tipping in France

January 18, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Do You Tip in France? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give Why an Ownership Mindset Is Essential for ICs & How to Cultivate One Here’s What Luxury Travelers Want From Their Vacations, According to a New Survey As heard on Excess Baggage: AmaWaterways to Include Free Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Tours Viking Cruises Intros China-Flagged Domestic China Voyages G Adventures' G-Normous Incentive Offers...

Special Guest: Steph Lee with Host Agency Reviews and the Educational Event to add to your Calendar

January 12, 2024 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

Steph Lee joins The TIN Lounge today to discuss Host Week, a free educational virtual event that is perfect for new-to-the-industry advisors as well as seasoned advisors looking to learn something new. Register for Host Week here: https://hostagencyreviews.com/page/host-week See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Guest: Kha Ly with how Travel Advisors can Leverage AI

January 04, 2024 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Kha Ly is a marketing technologist who will open your minds on how we can use AI to scale our travel businesses. Listen in and start learning about the wonders of AI! Thank you for sharing our podcast and leaving a review! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: End of Year wrap-up

December 29, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Join Korrine and Theresa in a cozy end-of-year conversation about lessons learned and exciting business plans in 2024 Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Millennials and Gen Z are turning to travel agents, Why travel advisors shouldn't let clients DIY their in-destination tours and activities, and How ASTA is advocating for advisors right now

December 21, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Survey Shows Millennials and Gen Z Are Turning to Travel Agents Here’s How ASTA is Advocating for Advisors Right Now — and What Agents Can Do to Help Why Travel Advisors Shouldn't Let Clients DIY In-Destination Tours & Activities As heard on Excess Baggage: Riverside Luxury Cruises to Launch Third River Ship in March 2024 Avanti Opens U.K. Sales Center to Service U.S. East Coast Advisors Classic Vaca...

The Minibar: What's shaping traveler behavior in 2024, Themed cruises from swingers to Swifties, and the Niches and Destinations that did well in 2023 and that will likely do so again in 2024

December 18, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: These Niches and Destinations Performed Well for Advisors in 2023 — And Will Likely Do So Again in 2024 From swingers to Swifties, there's a cruise for every theme What's Shaping Traveler Behavior in 2024, According to International Suppliers As heard on Excess Baggage: Norwegian Cruise Line to Sunset Program that Pays Commission on NCFs Avalon Names Cheri Oteri as Godmother of Next River Ship JetBlu...

Special Guest: Tonya Leigh from The Travel Corporation

November 30, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advisor Highlight: Katherynne Santos

November 23, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] As heard on Excess Baggage: Cruise Lines Extend Israel Cancellations Thailand Launches "Come Discovery Your Thailand" Travel Forum Celestyal acquires Aida ship and will rename it Discovery Hideaway resort opens in Montego Bay US State Department Issues Worldwide Caution Update Travel Advisory Blue Lagoon Iceland Extends Closure Through November 30 Tauck, Rocky Mountaineer Partner on New Trips in North America Don...

The Minibar: Chasing commissions and How a talent shortage is threatening agencies (and why underqualified advisors aren't the answer)

November 16, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: How a Talent Shortage Is Threatening Agencies, and Why Underqualified Advisors Aren't the Answer Why Do Travel Agents Have to Chase Their Commissions? As heard on Excess Baggage: TSA Expects Record-Setting Crowds at Airports this Thanksgiving Week The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Travel Deals for 2023 Brightline will begin paying advisors commission Uniworld expands its itineraries that combine...

Special Guest: Social Media Trends with Nikita from Travel Agent Collective

November 02, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] As heard on Excess Baggage: Remaining Areas of West Maui Set to Reopen Tomorrow Scotland to Levy New Cruise Tax Despite Higher Prices, Fall Bookings Are Still Mostly Strong The Luxury Travel Market Continues to Thrive, Exceeding Expectations Carnival Corporation Named One of World’s Best Employers Club Med to Shift Entire Portfolio Into Luxury Space American Airlines Flight Attendants Could Strike Right Before Ch...

Behind the Scenes at The TIN Lounge: How to Podcast

October 26, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

If you've ever wondered about what happens behind the scenes at The TIN Lounge, then this episode is for you. We share how we got started, the tools we use, and how we balance producing our podcast while working full time on our agencies. Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Tools we mention: Anchor (now Spotify for Podcasters) Cast Zencastr Omny Studio See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advisor Highlight: Courtnie Nichols

October 19, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

Check out our exciting new podcast segment: Advisor Highlight! We can't wait to interview incredible travel advisors about their business models, current challenges, plans for the future, and their definitions of success. Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Mythbusting Expedition Cruising, Do shoulder seasons still exist, and What to know about upcoming holiday travel

October 12, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Travel Mythbusters: 7 Misperceptions About Expedition Cruising and How to Overcome Them Do Shoulder Seasons Still Exist? Advisors Say ‘Sort of’ What to Know About the Upcoming Holiday Travel Season As heard on Excess Baggage: U.S. State Department Warns Against Travel to Israel, West Bank, and Gaza Four Seasons Yachts To Launch as Invite Only U.S. Travel Predicts $71 Billion in Economic Losses Due to...

The Minibar: What you need to know about booking 2024 Olympic Travel Packages, Travel suppliers with the best commissions for travel advisors, and Tips to build stronger relationships and higher profits

September 21, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: What You Need to Know About Booking 2024 Official Olympic Travel Packages Travel Suppliers With the Best Commissions for Travel Advisors Tips for Travel Advisors to Build Stronger Relationships and Higher Profits As heard on Excess Baggage: Disney Closes and Reopens Sections of Magic Kingdom After Bear Spotted on Property Southwest Airlines Strike Seems Imminent Nexion is on pace to deliver a record ...

The Minibar: Perfecting your client onboarding process and Travels lawyers share top ways advisors need to protect themselves

September 14, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Travel Lawyers Share the Top Ways Advisors Need to Protect Themselves How Does Your Client Onboarding Process Stack Up? As heard on Excess Baggage: Railbookers offers new Switzerland train journeys ASTA hopes to add names to list of suppliers that pay fast Intrepid Travel Appeals for Emergency Aid To Morocco After Devastating Earthquake Southwest Airlines Removes Engine Part From Planes That Was Poss...

The Minibar: Three common client objections and how to respond, Best time to book air according to Google, and AI's impact on travel advisors and their careers

September 08, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: AI Is Not a Tool for Travel Advisors Yet, But Many Believe It Could Impact Their Career The Best Time to Book Air, According to Google 3 Common Client Objections — And How to Respond As heard on Excess Baggage: Tropical Storm Lee Could Hit the Caribbean this Weekend CIE Tours Adds Two New Itineraries for 2024 Riviera River Cruises Offers Free Cabin Upgrades on Summer 2024 Departures Intrepid Travel P...

The Minibar: Wildfire recovery efforts in Maui, How to sell travel to clients who have never used an advisor, and Travel-related stress deconstructed

August 17, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: What to Know About Maui’s Wildfire Recovery Efforts and How Travelers Can Help How to Sell Travel to Clients Who Never Used an Advisor Travel-related stress, deconstructed As heard on Excess Baggage: Riviera River Cruises Launches Booking Incentive Hyatt Breaks Ground on Andaz Turks & Caicos Flights Between China and US to Double by October ASTA Files Complaint Over American Airlines' NDC Implementat...

Special Guest: Jazzmine Douse with AmaWaterways

August 10, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

Join Korrine and Theresa as they discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion in travel with Jazzmine Douse of AmaWaterways Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] www.amawaterways.com/soulful See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Digital Authorization for travelers to Europe next year, Handling suppliers' terms and conditions, and How to find the best DMC to work with

August 03, 2023 07:00 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Reminder: Travelers to Europe Will Need Digital Authorization Next Year Handling suppliers' terms and conditions How to Find the Best Destination Management Company to Work With As heard on Excess Baggage: Ruins of Nero’s Theater Found at Four Seasons Hotel Site Near Vatican Expedited Passport Services Take Off Amid Unprecedented Processing Delays Seabourn takes delivery of the Pursuit, its second ex...

Special Guests: Emma Weissman and Mindy Poder from TravelAge West

July 27, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Join Korrine and Theresa as they chat with Emma and Mindy about all things Future Leaders in Travel Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Guest: Richard Earls with Toby AI

July 20, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] As heard on Excess Baggage: Rail Europe introduces Greek Islands ferry pass Expedia Group lays off employees in U.S. and abroad: Report Carnival Cruise Line Rolling Out New Dinner Menus Across Fleet Club Med Launching New Wellness and Outdoor Activities Central Holidays Debuts New Food and Wine Itineraries Across Europe Introducing Rainbow Index: Travel Platform for LGBTQ+ Explorers Mears Merges with Sunshine Fly...

The Minibar: Addressing the Advisor Shortage, 2023 TravelAge West Trendsetter Award Winners, and Is Technology a challenge or benefit to agencies

July 13, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: How the 2023 TravelAge West Trendsetter Award Winners Are Leveling Up Their Businesses What the Agency Industry Is Doing to Address the Advisor Shortage Advisor Insight: Is Technology a Challenge or Benefit to Agencies As heard on Excess Baggage: Backcountry skiing startup Bluebird closes The booking curve has lengthened, but tour companies say close-in trend lingers Americans Taking Longer Trips, Sp...

The Minibar: How to check your passport status and what to do if it's taking too long, Why you should try traveling sober, and the Hottest Insta-worthy destinations right now

July 06, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: How to Check Your Passport Status—and What to Do if It’s Taking Too Long Why You Should Try Traveling Sober, Even if You’re a Drinker The hottest Insta-worthy destinations right now As heard on Excess Baggage: Celebrity Cruises Raises Daily Gratuity Charge Holiday Inn & Suites Across from Universal Orlando Completes Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation ASTA launches its first travel advisor mentorship pro...

Special Guest: Whitney Shindelar and The Hive

June 08, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Korrine and Theresa discuss a powerful new research tool for travel advisors with Whitney Shindelar, founder of The Hive. Find The Hive on Instagram: @thehive.travel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Paris Olympics 2024 packages and Top client gift ideas

May 31, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: On Location Unveils Travel Packages for Paris Olympics 2024 Travel Advisors Share Their Top Client Gift Ideas As heard on Excess Baggage: NOAA Forecasts Near-Normal 2023 Hurricane Season with 12-17 Named Storms Intrepid Relaunches Cycling Tours for 2023 Silversea to sail 140-day world cruise in 2026 Western mountain resorts are facing a demand erosion this summer Singapore Airlines Makes a Change Aft...

The Minibar: A Strategy for attracting bigger clients, How ASTA advocates for travel agency community, and Moving on from social media

May 25, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Editorial: A Strategy for Attracting Bigger Clients How ASTA Advocates for the Travel Agency Community Moving on from social media As heard on Excess Baggage: TSA Will Now Allow Teens to Access PreCheck with Parents or Guardians 25 Qualifying Questions to Help You Nail Your Clients' Vacation Plans American Cruise Lines Offers New Civil War Battlefields Cruise Mount Etna Blows Her Top, Disrupting Air ...

The Minibar: Boundaries to help ease travel agent burnout, Find the right client with four questions, and Maximizing AI for TAs

May 18, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: 6 Boundaries That Will Help Ease Travel Agent Burnout Find the right client with four questions Maximizing Artificial Intelligence for Travel Advisors: 5 Tips for Success As heard on Excess Baggage: U.S. State Department Updates Jamaica Travel Warning to Level 3 ALG Vacations Offers Advisors Free Air, Stays for Appreciation Month Villas of Distinction to Pay Travel Advisors Upon Deposit, Commissions ...

The Minibar: Tips for delivering bad news to clients, Record demand for travel, and New ways to fly

May 12, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Bowman’s Travel Brief: New Ways to Fly War + inflation + airline meltdowns = record demand Tips for Delivering Bad News to Your Clients As heard on Excess Baggage: Avalon Waterways Adds New Departures to Meet Demand Resilient Lady Arrives in Greece for Debut Sailing A revitalized Nassau Cruise Port to open on May 26 Travelsavers reports explosive growth in luxury travel Jamaica Receives Destination R...

The Minibar: Travel Trends to expect this summer, Reasons you need to use a travel advisor, and Ways to get over postflight aches

May 04, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: 9 Ways to Get Over Postflight Aches Fast 5 Travel Trends to Expect This Summer 5 Reasons You Need to Use a Travel Advisor Now More Than Ever As heard on Excess Baggage: 50% of People Are More Likely to Use a Travel Advisor Now Hoteliers slowly test digital tipping as travelers increasingly go cashless Proposed bills address the U.S. pilot shortage Celebrity Cruises Launches Travel Advisor Appreciatio...

Special Guest: What TAs need to know about E&O insurance with Iesha Brewton

April 20, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

In this episode, Korrine and Theresa chat with Iesha Brewton of the Insurance Concierge, LLC about E&O insurance basics. Whether you're new to the industry or a seasoned advisor, this episode is for you if you want to protect yourself and your agency. Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: How Travel Advisors can use artificial intelligence to get ahead, What really happens when you don't switch your phone to "airplane mode", and Discovering La Paz, Mexico

April 13, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: What Really Happens if You Don’t Switch Your Phone to “Airplane Mode” In-Flight Discover La Paz, Mexico How Travel Advisors Can Get Ahead Using Artificial Intelligence As heard on Excess Baggage: Princess Cruises Unveils New Seafood Restaurant The Sargassum Invasion Has Begun Beaches Resorts Releases New Sensory Guides for Guests With Autism Tripadvisor received 1.3 million fake reviews last year Sce...

The Minibar: Trending European Foodie Destinations, Additional Soulful Epicurean Experience with AmaWaterways, and Dude Ranches Travel Advisors should know about

April 06, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Eye on Europe: Trending Foodie Destinations AmaWaterways Announces Additional ‘Soulful Epicurean Experience’ Cruises 5 Great Dude Ranches Travel Advisors Should Know About As heard on Excess Baggage: More than 7 in 10 Travel Advisors Say Clients Prefer All-Inclusive Cruise Pricing Two Walt Disney World Restaurants Added to Michelin Guide Part-Time Travel Agents Make Up a Third of the Travel Advisor W...

Special Guest: Marketing and Selling Strategies with Shanel Knight (Regent Seven Seas Cruises)

March 30, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minibar: Saying NO to new business and New findings on women travelers

March 23, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Trafalgar Unveils New Findings on Women Travelers Why Travel Advisors Need to Learn to Say No to New Business As heard on Excess Baggage: A Massive Sargassum 'Blob' Could Heavily Impact Florida Beaches this Summer Avanti Adds Tenerife as New FIT Destination Pilot pay raises could keep upward pressure on airfares At ASTA's River Cruise Expo, the river ships were the hotel rooms How to Plan Travel With...

The Minibar: How to get a passport quickly if you've lost yours, 62% of Americans planning to spend more on travel in 2023, and Travelers believe working with TAs is the only way to get a true luxury experience

March 16, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Lost Your Passport? Here’s How to Get a New One Quickly Stats: 62% of Americans Planning to Spend More on Travel in 2023 Travelers Believe That Working With Advisors Is Only Way to Get a True Luxury Experience As heard on Excess Baggage: Northstar Travel Group Announces New Co-Chairs for Black Travel Advisory Board Since the pandemic, more agencies are charging fees. The reasons are varied, but momen...

The Minibar: Tips & Tricks for travelers heading to Europe this summer and 19 Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts with fine dining

March 02, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: 15 Tips & Tricks For Travelers Heading to Europe This Summer 19 Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts with the Finest Dining As heard on Excess Baggage: G Adventures Is Returning to Peru Oceania Cruises Names Celebrity Chef Giada De Laurentiis Godmother of Vista Longer (and More Active) River Cruises Are Trending for 2023 NCL will make future Prima-class ships bigger and greener Andaz Mexico City Condesa o...

The Minibar: 6 Signs of a tire kicker, Three top travel trends, and Getting started designing tailor-made groups

February 23, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: 6 Signs a New Client Might Be a Tire Kicker Week in Review: “Flexcations,” Romance and Family Travel Getting Started Designing Tailor-Made Groups As heard on Excess Baggage: United Airlines Promises to Keep Families Together with New Ticket Policy These River Cruise Lines Offer Dedicated Family Sailings Cruising rides the 2023 Wave to record highs Machu Picchu reopens after three-week shutdown Sandal...

The Minibar: Consumers want more personalization in travel planning, ChatGPT as a travel planner, and review of Flytographer around the world

February 02, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: [email protected] Discussion: Review: Flytographer for Travel Photo Shoots in Maui, Paris, Los Cabos and Beyond Can ChatGPT be a travel planner? We tested it out Consumers Want More Personalization When It Comes to Travel Planning As heard on Excess Baggage: Tour Operators & Advisors Forced to Cancel Trips as Peru Shuts Down Machu Picchu Sanctuary Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic Reopens FAA identifies company responsible for s...

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