This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including updates on the JetBlue-Spirit merger, new details about Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park, and much more. 

Later, hear my thoughts on Icon of the Seas as well as details from Royal Caribbean executives Vicki Freed, SVP of Sales, Trade Support for Royal Caribbean. Additionally, hear comments from Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International and Jason Liberty, President and CEO for Royal Caribbean Group during the onboard Q&A with the media. 

The discussion around Icon of the Seas begins after the 9-minute mark. 

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 the travel industry, including updates on the JetBlue-Spirit merger, new details about Universal Orlando's <a href="https://www.travelpulse.com/news/entertainment/universal-shares-first-look-at-epic-universe-featuring-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-super-nintendo-world-and-more">new Epic Universe theme park,</a> and much more. 
Later, hear my thoughts on <a href="https://www.travelpulse.com/videos/royal-caribbean-icon-of-the-seas-cruise-ship-top-highlights">Icon of the Seas</a> as well as details from Royal Caribbean executives Vicki Freed, SVP of Sales, Trade Support for Royal Caribbean. Additionally, hear comments from Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International and Jason Liberty, President and CEO for Royal Caribbean Group during the onboard Q&amp;A with the media. 
The discussion around Icon of the Seas begins after the 9-minute mark. 
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.

Royal Caribbean Executives Discuss Icon of the Seas

This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel prices dropping, a scary moment onboard an American Airlines flight, and much more. 

Later, I interview Finn Ackermann, Chief Commercial Officer with Iberostar Hotels & Resorts. Ackermann shares what's new with the hotel brand, including insights into why Aruba was picked for the newest hotel JOIA Aruba by Iberostar. He also shares the details of Iberostar's new hotel branding segments and closes it with a message to travel advisors. 

The interview with Ackermann begins just before the 10-minute mark. 

Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar

Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at Iberostar.com

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

The TravelPulse Podcast was recently named one of the Best Travel News Podcasts by FeedSpot.

This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel prices dropping, a scary moment onboard an American Airlines flight, and much more. 
Later, I interview Finn Ackermann, Chief Commercial Officer with Iberostar Hotels &amp; Resorts. Ackermann shares what's new with the hotel brand, including insights into why Aruba was picked for the newest hotel JOIA Aruba by Iberostar. He also shares the details of Iberostar's new hotel branding segments and closes it with a message to travel advisors. 
The interview with Ackermann begins just before the 10-minute mark. 
Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at <a href="http://www.iberostar.com/">Iberostar.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 TravelPulse Podcast was recently named <a href="https://podcasts.feedspot.com/travel_news_podcasts/">one of the Best Travel News Podcasts by FeedSpot.</a>

What's New With Iberostar Hotels & Resorts

This week I'm joined by two guests: Sharon Campbell, owner of Bespoke Travel Group, and Scott Hartbeck, European travel writer and podcaster. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including air travel improvements, Barcelona's resident spraying tourists with water, and more. 

Later, the three of us dive into what else is hot in European travel right now, from lesser known destinations to Taylor Swift concerts and more. Plus, hear why Campbell and Hartbeck agree that you should add a rail train ride on your next European vacation. 

The discussion on Europe's hot news begins after the 13-minute mark. 

Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar

Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at Iberostar.com

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

The TravelPulse Podcast was recently named one of the Best Travel News Podcasts by FeedSpot.

This week I'm joined by two guests: Sharon Campbell, owner of Bespoke Travel Group, and Scott Hartbeck, European travel writer and podcaster. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including air travel improvements, Barcelona's resident spraying tourists with water, and more. 
Later, the three of us dive into what else is hot in European travel right now, from lesser known destinations to Taylor Swift concerts and more. Plus, hear why Campbell and Hartbeck agree that you should add a rail train ride on your next European vacation. 
The discussion on Europe's hot news begins after the 13-minute mark. 
Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at <a href="http://www.iberostar.com/">Iberostar.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 TravelPulse Podcast was recently named <a href="https://podcasts.feedspot.com/travel_news_podcasts/">one of the Best Travel News Podcasts by FeedSpot.</a>

Europe’s Hot Travel News

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Hurricane Beryl, Boeing being sanctioned, a new bill to regenerate tourism in Hawaii, and more. 

Later, I welcome Steve Solomon, Chief Commercial Officer at Airlines Reporting Corporation, to discuss the latest in the air travel industry. Solomon shares his thoughts on the current state of the industry, what recent changes in air travel have stood out to him the most, what air travel changes we'd like to see in the future, and much more. 

The interview on the air travel industry begins just before the 10-minute mark. 

Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar

Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at Iberostar.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 first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Hurricane Beryl, Boeing being sanctioned, a new bill to regenerate tourism in Hawaii, and more. 
Later, I welcome Steve Solomon, Chief Commercial Officer at Airlines Reporting Corporation, to discuss the latest in the air travel industry. Solomon shares his thoughts on the current state of the industry, what recent changes in air travel have stood out to him the most, what air travel changes we'd like to see in the future, and much more. 
The interview on the air travel industry begins just before the 10-minute mark. 
Today’s episode sponsor: JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Travel advisors, get ready for a new standard of luxury and sustainability on the island of Aruba with JOIA Aruba by Iberostar, the group’s newest 5-star beachfront resort. Located along Aruba’s world-famous Eagle Beach, this beautiful, 240 suite Caribbean resort is perfect for your clients wanting to plan a celebratory getaway as well as for those seeking rest and relaxation. Guests will appreciate the horseshoe shaped design of the resort that maximizes sea views and captures a vacation mood. Learn more at <a href="http://www.iberostar.com/">Iberostar.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.

Royal Caribbean Executives Discuss Icon of the Seas

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