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December 9, 2024 20 mins

Have you ever wondered how to truly get the most out of Los Angeles for your clients, no matter how many times they’ve been?

In this episode, I chat with Kat Brown, Director, Travel Trade - Asia Pacific at Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, based in Sydney. Kat shares her wealth of knowledge about the city, breaking down LA’s seven regions and revealing hidden gems, must-dos, and tips for all kinds of travellers—from first-timers to seasoned visitors. Learn how to confidently recommend the perfect LA experience for your clients.

Kat also offers invaluable insights into working with tourism boards, showing how they can become your top resource for creating unforgettable client itineraries.

Stick around for Kat’s quickfire recommendations tailored to different types of travellers. After listening, you’ll feel empowered to showcase your expertise and ensure your clients have the time of their lives in LA.

Which of Kat’s tips will you share with your clients? Connect with me on LinkedIn to share your thoughts or ask any follow-up questions—I’d love to hear how this episode helps you!

References Mentioned in the Show:
LA Tourism’s trade website: https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/travel-trade
LA Sales Kit: https://latourismorg.box.com/s/ojj7wnty0c5r5kgey85srzk6pdlt13lc
LA Webinar Series: https://www.destinationwebinars.com.au/library/los-angeles-101/
Email LA Tourism Oceania: oceania@tourism.org
Kat's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleenfinneran/

Connect with Destination Webinars:
Charlie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlietrevena/
Charlie's Email: charlie@destinationwebinars.com.au
Destination Webinars' Library: https://www.destinationwebinars.com.au/webinar-library/
Destination Webinars' Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/destinationwebinars
Destination Webinars' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/destination-webinars/   

Thanks so much for listening! 
I love hearing from travel people, so feel free to reach out. 
If you have any requests let me know and I'll try to get them on.
Cheers, Charlie

Connect with Charlie Trevena
Founder & Host | Travel Agent Takeaways Podcast & Destination Webinars
Charlie's Email: charlie@destinationwebinars.com.au
Charlie Trevena LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charlietrevena
Destination Webinars' Library: destinationwebinars.com.au/webinar-library
Destination Webinars' LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/destination-webinars/ 
Destination Webinars' Facebook: facebook.com/destinationwebinars

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