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 business…

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, fro…

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…

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",…

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 b…

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 …

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 destin…

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 …

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 tr…

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 p…