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 to…

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 ho…

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 …

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 tr…

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 tr…

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 t…

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 trend…

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 …

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 …

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 educ…