Episodes
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Luxury at Sea
This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including a new travel alert for France due to protests, the latest consumer price index, and much more. Later on the show, I welcome Nathan Hickman, Oceania Cruises Chief Sales Officer, for insights into luxury at sea. Hickman shares...
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Caribbean Tourism Insights and Selling Tips
This week, I welcome Kelly Fontenelle, CEO of St. Kitts Tourism Authority and founder of Travel Advisors Selling the Caribbean, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the TSA chair dilemma, Marriott's new test and more. Later, Fontenelle provides insights and information…
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Crisis Management in Travel
This week, I welcome Debbie Brown, founder and CEO of SmartBird World Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Royal Caribbean purchasing a stake in Sandals, air traffic control issues, and more. Later, Brown provides insights into dealing with a crisis in travel and...
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Key Habits Advisors Need to Unlearn
This week, I welcome Jenn Lee, President and CMO of TravelPlanners International and Vacation Planners, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including an update to Europe's border entry exit issues, a new DOT rule that will impact travel, and more. Later, Lee shares her thoughts…
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How Travel Insured International Invests in Advisors and Top News of the Week
This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Google's AI Mode for Travel, Europe's water-level updates, and more. Later, I interview Phil Blackwell, VP, Business Development & Partnerships for Travel Insured International (TII). Blackwell shares why TII invests in…
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From Corporate World to Travel Advisor
This week, I welcome Jared Benoff, owner of Vacationeeze, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including big updates from Disney, a new fee in Mexico, and more. Later, Benoff shares his story of going from the corporate world to becoming a travel advisor. He provides tips on…
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Europe Travel Issues + How Advisors Can Embrace AI
This week, I welcome McLean Robbins, owner of Lily Pond Luxury, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including big issues with European travel, a toddler canceling a whole flight, and more. Later, Robbins shares her thoughts on why travel advisors should embrace AI. She offers her...
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Working With a DMC
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…
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The Evolving Role of Travel Advisors
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...
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The Indulgent Explorer
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...
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The State of US Travel Ahead of America’s 250th
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...
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AI in the Skies, Advisor Relationships With Airlines, and More
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…
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The Riches in the Niches
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...
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2026 Summer Travel Trends
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...
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Hantavirus, Travel Advisor Pain Points and More
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...
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Spirit’s Collapse, Celebrating Travel Advisors and More
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...
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Price Hikes, Multi-Gen Travel Trends and More
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…
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Europe’s Big Change, Airline Merger Rumors, and How to Be Better Travelers
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…
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YouTube for Travel Advisors
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…
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TSA Issues, Importance of Advisor Education and More
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...
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On Location at 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo
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…
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2026 Spring Break Travel Trends
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...
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Social Media Insights for Travel Advisors
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…
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Luxury Travel Trends in 2026
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....
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2026 Romance Travel Trends
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…
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Biggest Changes the Travel Industry Needs
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…
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Billion-Dollar Deals Shaking Up the Travel Industry
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…
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2026 Wave Season Trends
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...
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2026 Travel Trends
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...
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Recapping 2025 in Travel, Looking Ahead to 2026
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…
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New Travel Campaigns
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…
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Boosting Your Travel Business
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…
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2025 Holiday Travel Outlook
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…
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On Location at 2025 CruiseWorld Show
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...
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Chatting with a Cruise Icon: Richard Fain Shares Stories From His Prolific Career
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",...
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Tips for Navigating Points and Miles
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...
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The Star Advisors on “Extra Mile Club”
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...
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Dominican Republic's New Hot Spots
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...
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2025 Fall Travel Trends
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...
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Last-Minute Trips Rising
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...
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The State of Accessible Travel Today
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...
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The Travel Agency Power List
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....
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Cruise Line Private Islands
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...
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Jackie Friedman Talks State of the Industry, Tips for Advisors, and More
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...
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The Travel Advisor-BDM Relationship
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...
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The Rise of the Micro-Cation
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...
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Avoiding Travel Disasters
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...
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Mastering Travel Industry Events
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…
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2025 Summer Travel Outlook
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…
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Epic Theme Park Updates
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...
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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.
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