TravelPulse Podcast

This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including travel in the Middle East right now following Iran's attack on Israel, how airfare prices are trending ahead of summer, and so much more. 

Later, Ali Krupnik, Chief Wellness Officer & Founder of My Well Co, joins me to chat about wellness travel today. Krupnik shares insights into how this sector of travel has transformed over recent years, the top trendin...

This week I'm joined by Andrea Wright, Vice President, Luxury Sales at Opulence by OutsideAgents. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including record breaking tourism numbers, the projections for the most active Hurricane Season ever, and much more. 

Later, Wright shares her insights into the meaning of luxury travel and what's hot in the luxury space, from yachts to villas to private jets a...

This week I'm joined by Mario Lopez, President of Destination Weddings Expert and Destination Wedding University. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including privacy and fraud in travel, updates from the major US airlines, new developments for cruise line private islands and more. 

Later, Lopez shares insights into the top trends in destination weddings and honeymoon travel, from fewer toes...

This week I'm joined by Sydne Stubbs of Those Who Wander Travel and Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations. 

Together we discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry. Four years ago today the travel world was a week into the pandemic shutdown - how has the industry changed now that the world has reached pre-pandemic openness levels? 

Other news talking points include Boeing's continued woes, Airbnb's latest move, river cruisin...

Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast! 

This week I'm joined by Michael Consoli, a record-setting agency owner with Cruise Planners. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including TSA's new self-service screening system, supplier shutdowns, and more. 

Later, Consoli shares his thoughts on where the cruise industry excels and where it needs improvement. Consoli had a record $40 million...

This week I'm joined by Abbey Meyer, CEO and co-owner of Sky High Travel to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including JetBlue and Spirit agreeing to end their merger plans, another new tourism fee, and so much more. 

Later, Meyer shares her insights on the latest trends for the Spring Break travel season, including what's impacting family decision-making and which destinations are standing out. Meyer...

This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including American Queen Voyages shutting down, airlines raising fees, and much more. 

Later, Chris Prelog, President of Windstar Cruises joins the show. He discusses what makes Windstar stand out when it comes to cruising in Tahiti and what travelers need to know before visiting. Prelog also shares more information on Windstar's new mystery cruise offer and the story a...

This week, I'm joined by Mandee Migliaccio, CEO of Stepping Out Travel, and Stephen Scott, CEO of Travel Hub 365 and the Odyssey Travel App. Together we first talk about the top trending news of the week, including new improvements coming to US airports, a new call to action for EU travel, and more. 

Later, the discussion turns to the FAM trip experience. Migliaccio and Scott share their thoughts on how the FAM trip has changed po...

This week, I'm joined by Alyssa Dial of LovinAway Travel to discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Jamaica's pushback against US travel advisory, cruise line private islands, and more. 

Later, Dial shares her thoughts on the latest romance travel trends. What's standing out for couples and impacting their travel decisions? Which destinations are standing out? Dial shares insights on this and provides advice for fell...

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including airline merger updates, President Biden's social media post on air travel, and much more. 

Later, I'm joined by Peter Bopp, Director of Research at the Family Travel Association and Tyson Wharton, owner of Sioux Empire Travel to discuss the 2024 outlook for family travel. Bopp and Wharton share insights on 2024 family travel trends, top destinati...

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...

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including updates on Boeing 737-Max 9's return, JetBlue-Spirit merger dying out, and much more. 

Later, I interview Dale Buckner, CEO of Global Guardian, to talk about the world's riskiest and safest travel destinations. Buckner shares his thoughts on the current state of global tourism as well as tips for traveling safely. 

The interview on risky and saf...

This week, I'm joined by Jesse Morris, owner of We Book Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Boeing's rough start to 2024, a new ban in Las Vegas, and much more. 

Later, Morris and I dive into the 2024 Wave Season outlook. Morris shares insights into what the expectations are this year and how wave season is continually changing post-pandemic. He also provides terrific tips for travel...

This week, I'm joined by Veranda Adkins – founder of Travel Legacy, a high-end travel agency, and the Association of Black Travel Professionals, an organization dedicated to the development of Black travel agents. 

Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including FAA grounding Boeing planes, winter storm impacting flights and more. 

Later, Adkins and I dive into what we can expect from travel in 2024. She a...

This week, I'm joined by travel advisor Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations.

We recap the top storylines in travel from 2023, discussing war's impact on travel, airline mergers, new tourism fees, the rise in demand for travel advisors, and so much more. 

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Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast! 

This week, I'm joined by Heather Di Pietro, owner of Travel Sales Group and She the World Luxury Guided Experiences, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Southwest's record penalty, big happenings in Mexico, and more. 

Later, Di Pietro shares insights into what's trending in group travel. She highlights the challenges of booking groups, and how...

This week, I'm joined by Brian Major, Caribbean travel expert and Managing Editor of Digital Guides here at TravelPulse. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including TSA's prototype for self-screening passengers, new high-speed rail projects in the United States, and much more. 

Later, Major provides the top storylines in Caribbean travel from 2023. He shares which destinations stood out the...

This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Alaska Airlines buying Hawaiian Airlines, new updates to popular theme parks, and more. 

Later in the show, I interview Chris Prelog, President of Windstar Cruises. Prelog shares the latest news and offerings from Windstar Cruises. Plus, we learn how he became known as Mr. Tahiti. 

The interview with Prelog begins after the 11-minute mark. 

Today’s episode s...

Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast! 

This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including how air travel performed during the Thanksgiving holiday, a warning from a Southwest Airlines pilot, Venice's tourism fee, and much more.

Later in the show, Chip Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), joins me to chat about the hotel industry. Rogers prov...