Destinations Incentive Travel Podcast

Rwanda. The very name evokes contrasting images of senseless slaughter and tranquil gorillas in the mist. Perhaps the whispers of the 1.1 million who lost their lives in 100 days of brutal tribal violence in 1994 has kept Rwanda from your bucket list, but we're here to tell you that those voices are calling to the world to show that beyond the dark veil of genocide, there is light and healing, beauty and wonder. This is a must-see destination! In this episode, we sit down with our partners Yolanda Woeke & Mike Waller with Dragonfly Africa, Southern & East Africa's Leading Travel Company, to discuss our recent adventure together in Rwanda. Even in the midst of the global pandemic, these intrepid souls are still leading groups on adventures in Africa for incentive travel events large and small.

Kip Lambert sits down with travel industry legend and pro, Michael Dominguez, the President & CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International. Though we’ve been through a lot in the travel industry in the past weeks, and it’s been hard… Michael comes with a ton of spunk, passion, and optimism. If you’re ready to hear and feel some great vibes, you’re gonna love his realism & positivity.

Our guest this episode is the extremely Talented Talia Tinao, Owner & co-founder at Hawaii Destination Premier, an innovative Destination Management Company on the islands. Born and raised there, she is passionate about connecting you to her island home. With over 15 years of Hospitality and Destination Management experience, there is little she hasn't seen. From custom VIP excursions to dine-around logistics to unique and awe inspiring event decor.

The typical Alaskan fishing lodge script: A bit of Deadliest Catch meets roughing it man-camp. But Pybus Point Lodge is anything but typical. Listen as Darryl Bosshardt, Corporate Travel and Group Sales at Pybus Point Lodge, discusses with Destinations Brand Ambassador Kip Lambert how the motto of Elevating the Human Experience has transformed this destination into a premier, all-inclusive Alaskan fishing resort welcoming to couples, families, and corporate groups. Find out how Pybus Point breaks the script with everything from the strong and beautiful Captain Jenny to five-star chefs in the kitchen. And biggest script break of all, how a company who creates everything from road salt to vinyl fences embraced this motto and purchased Pybus Point in the first place.

Join Kip Lambert, Chief Marketing Officer of Destinations and Fiona McGrory, London Enthusiast Extrodinaire, and Director of Business Development for the InterContinental London Park Lane, US & Canadian MICE as they discuss the industry, fun things to do in London, crafting Lit & Lively Incentive Events, and everything in between. Learn more about how we help busy professionals like you conquer the challenge of creating memorable and motivating corporate retreats, incentive travel events, and meetings and conferences at https://destinationsinc.com/ Contact Fiona McGrory here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fionamcgroryparklane/ Contact Kip Lambert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kip-lambert/

The very best Fiji Experts, Roni Bole and Chris Green of Rosie Holidays Fiji join Destinations Brand Ambassador, Kip Lambert to discuss BULA, starting as a visitor and leaving Fiji as Family, and pulling off a a beach event complete with a vintage convertible shipped all the way from the US of A!

Meet the Italian with Irish roots and a passion for creating unforgettable experiences in Italy. Michael Libotte, Managing Director of Ovation Italy and Destinations’ Brand Ambassador Kip Lambert sit down for a call to discuss their shared passion for Italy and where and how to pull off a perfect incentive travel event.

Once a front desk attendant at the Sheraton Edinburgh to now the founder of the UK based DMC powerhouse, Experience Scotland. Find out how a Belgian with a heart for Scotland became the go-to guru in pulling off memorable events in his adopted country. Join Destinations’ Brand Ambassador Kip Lambert and Yves Lemarchand, Founder and Managing Partner of Experience Scotland and journey to the land of old world castles, medieval intrigue, and memorable incentive travel experiences.

From bellhop to travel industry icon, Sergio Pizzagalli of Alchemy DMC and Kip Lambert talk rugby, asado, tango, and Elevating Experiences in Argentina.

Kip Lambert sits down with industry legend Jonathan Richards CIS, CITP to discuss the power of experiential gifting experiences and how they add value to events.

Destinations’ Brand Ambassador Kip Lambert and Maeve O’Connor with Irish Horizons discuss the All-Ireland Hurling Championships, making authentic Irish meat pies, medieval feasts in real-life castles, exploring the Cliffs of Moher by Land Rover, and other ways to “break the script” on an incentive adventure to the Emerald Isle.

Kip Lambert and Sam Spurrier of the Wailea Beach Marriott discuss why Maui really is No Ka Oi – The Best. A perfect spot that is on every company’s shortlist for their next incentive travel event.

Destinations’ Brand Ambassador Kip Lambert and Mark Ley, Director of Marketing, Four Seasons Hualalai share their love for the Big Island of Hawaii, Incentive travel events, crafting memorable experiences, and where to find the best ice cream.