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June 9, 2025 27 mins

Career Reinvention and the Art of Luxury Travel with Rodney

What happens when a successful financial advisor "flunks retirement" and discovers his true calling in the travel industry? Meet Rodney, who transformed a post-retirement hobby into one of the top 10 travel agencies in a network of over 3,000 franchises.

Episode Overview: Rodney shares his journey from 30 years in financial planning to building a luxury travel consultancy that serves clients aged 55-85. His team has completed 119 cruises collectively and maintains over 240 years of combined travel experience. We explore his philosophy about time, experience, and why professional travel planning often costs less than online booking.

Key Timestamps:

  • 1:13 - Introduction and Career Transition
  • 1:43 - Starting a Travel Business
  • 2:47 - Favorite Travel Destinations
  • 4:00 - The Concept of an Experience List
  • 5:37 - Lux Travel Consultants Services
  • 7:36 - Luxury vs. Boutique Cruises
  • 11:20 - Land Tours and Popular Destinations
  • 13:58 - Post-COVID Travel Trends
  • 19:59 - Importance of Travel Insurance
  • 23:20 - Travel Tips and Resources
  • 24:29 - Podcast and Contact Information

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Perfect for listeners interested in:

  • Career transitions and finding purpose after traditional retirement
  • Understanding the value of professional travel planning
  • Learning about luxury travel experiences and options
  • International travel insurance considerations
  • Post-pandemic travel trends and opportunities

Rodney's "it's later than you think" philosophy serves as a powerful reminder that experiences should be prioritized while we can still enjoy them.

Connect with Rodney: Phone: 844-547-2763 | Website: luxetrav.com Get "25 Secrets to a Great Vacation": Text "25secrets" to 66866, visit the Luxury Travelers Podcast available on YouTube

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