TravelPulse Podcast

This week, I welcome back Stephen Scott, founder of Travel Hub 365 and the Odyssey Travel App, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including new developments from ASTA, big cruise industry happenings, and more. 

Later, Scott and I dive into the recent billion-dollar deals that have been shaking up the travel industry during both pre-and-post-pandemic times. Scott provides insights into how these mergers a...

This week, I welcome two guests: Scott Koepf, Chief Strategy Officer for Cruise Planners and Michael Consoli, a record-setting agency owner with Cruise Planners. Together, we discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including new proposals from the government, the growth of the travel advisor career path, and more. 

Later, Koepf and Consoli share insights to what's trending in the cruise industry as W...

This week, I welcome Velia Kennedy, owner and CEO of Modern Family Travel. Together, we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the recent Caribbean airspace closure, Hawaii's cruise tax updates, and much more. 

Later, Kennedy and I dive into the top travel trends for the new year. Hear Kennedy's thoughts on what she sees rising up in the world of travel and how it impacts advisors. She also pr...

Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast! 

In the final episode of 2025, I welcome two special guests from the 40 Under 40 Class of 2025. Ryan Corrigan of Corrigan Luxury Travel Outfitters and Steven Gould, owner of Goulds Travel, co-founder of Luxera Travel, and creator of Travel Advisor Resource Center, join me to discuss the top travel stories from the year and some early thoughts for 2026. 

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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the new campaigns from the DOT, new proposals from the Trump Administration that will impact travel, and more. 

Later, I welcome Aurelien Uhrik, Business Development Manager at Air France KLM, to the show to learn more about what KLM Royal Dutch Airlines offers to travelers. Uhrik provides insights into the new US routes that KLM serves, what...

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. Hear his thoughts on what advisors should be doing on social media and why they shouldn't overlook e-mail. Harrell gives his ...

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, from Thanksgiving through the New Year. Hughes provides insights into which destinations are buzzing, how this year differs from l...

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 to discuss top trends in cruising, what makes Windstar Cruises stand out, and how they work with travel advisors.

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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", which you can order on Amazon. Fain shares stories from his prolific career, like the time Carnival once placed a bi...

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 best navigate the points and miles game. From where to start and how airlines vary, Beckett shares details on how travel advisor...

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 more. 

Later, Tillem and Parris share their story on how they auditioned for and landed parts on the show "E...

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 destination. 

Hear from Raquel Reyes, Director of Tourism for the Dominican Republic Tourist Board, Jason Kycek, SVP/C...

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 are buzzing, what people are planning for, and more. Brussow also provides his advice for travel advisors to make this their be...

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 trips and what it means for the travel industry. She also offers tips for fellow travel advisors on how to best handle these requ...

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 provides insights into how the industry can improve, the role of the travel advisor in accessible travel, which brands are excelling,...

This week, I welcome two guests: Rebecca Tobin, Managing Editor for Travel Weekly and Jamie Biesiada, Senior Editor for Travel Weekly. 

Together, we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Delta's response to AI pricing practices, dress codes on cruises and more. 

Later, Robin and Biesiada share insights into the 2025 Power List. Tune in to hear who came out on top, what the bigg...

This week, I welcome two guests: Sarah Kuta, our cruise writer here at TravelPulse, and Jesse Morris, owner of We Book Travel. 

We first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including new updates on TSA's future, Europe's entry fee and more. 

Later, we dive into the world of cruise line private islands. Kuta shares insights from her recent visit to Carnival's brand new Celebration Key, and Mo...

This week, I welcome Jackie Friedman, President of Nexion Travel Group, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including new changes from the TSA, overtourism issues, and more. 

Later, Friedman shares her thoughts on the state of the travel industry today, what challenges travel advisors are facing this summer, and so much more. She also offers up tips for travel advisors to further grow their business. 

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This week, I welcome three wonderful guests to the show: Krysti Konopacky and James Ayres of Two BDMs and a Mic podcast, and Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations. 

The four of us first talk about the trending news of the week, including TSA's big rule change, rules on cruise ships, and more. 

Later, we dive into the travel advisor-BDM relationship, discussing what makes a successful one, how do you handle it when thin...