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!

Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse. 

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 &amp; 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 <a href="https://www.amawaterways.com/destination/europe-river-cruises/2025/best-of-the-danube">AmaWaterways.com/bestdanube</a> to learn more about this incredible itinerary!
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at <a href="mailto:Podcast@TravelPulse.com">Podcast@TravelPulse.com </a>and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.

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.

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.

TravelPulse Podcast

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.

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.

Culinary Travel Trends

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

Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse. 

This week, I'm joined by&nbsp;Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations. Together we discuss the top storylines of 2024 and how they impacted the travel industry.&nbsp;
Hear our thoughts on Boeing's wild year, the biggest wins for travel advisors, highs and lows from 2024, and so much more.&nbsp;
Today's episode sponsor: Travel Agent Academy&nbsp;
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 &ndash; from popular destinations to top resorts around the world plus cruises and comprehensive travel insurance.&nbsp;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&rsquo;ll learn how to acquire a strong grasp of each product&rsquo;s key selling points.&nbsp;You can gain credits, earn rewards, and even learn on the go on your tablet device.&nbsp;Learn more about these free programs at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.travelagentacademy.com/">TravelAgentAcademy.com</a>
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Podcast@TravelPulse.com">Podcast@TravelPulse.com&nbsp;</a>and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.&nbsp;

Recapping 2024, Looking Ahead to 2025  

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

Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse. 

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 <a href="https://www.travelagentacademy.com/">TravelAgentAcademy.com</a>
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at <a href="mailto:Podcast@TravelPulse.com">Podcast@TravelPulse.com </a>and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.

The Latest in Caribbean Travel 

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

Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse. 

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 <a href="https://www.travelagentacademy.com/">TravelAgentAcademy.com</a>
Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at <a href="mailto:Podcast@TravelPulse.com">Podcast@TravelPulse.com </a>and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.

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