There is always a way: Navigating the world of high-risk travel (feat. Michael and Joshua Beagelman)
What happens when a client’s trip is met with a geopolitical crisis, a natural disaster or unexpected danger on the ground? This week, co-hosts Emma Weissmann and Jamie Biesiada dive into the specialized, high-stakes world of high-risk travel with Michael and Joshua Beagelman. The Beagelmans — CEO and managing director, respectively, of London-based MB Private Clients — break down how they manage extreme travel scenarios and what all advisors, regardless of their specialty, need to know.
This episode was sponsored by Oceania Cruises.
Further resources
MB Private Clients on the web, LinkedIn and Instagram
Joshua Beagelman on LinkedIn
Find out more about the company’s history here
Mentioned in this episode:
- From Travel Weekly: My travel agent saved my life. Really.
- From TravelAge West: A travel agent guide to selling high-risk travel
- From Travel Weekly: A simple solution to complex problems: Communicate
- Stephanie Hankins on Trade Secrets
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