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Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Booking on Grandma’s Budget: How Grandparents Are Driving Multi-Gen and Skip-Gen TravelMost Americans to Stay Domestic for Travel This Summer: Survey As heard on Excess Baggage:New Aman Resort is Coming to the BahamasHolland America Unveils “Culinary Ambassador” CruisesHawaii's accommodations tax will apply to cruise linesAdventures by Disney adds Switzerland and Greece toursLindblad Expeditions to Launch First-Ever European River Expeditions Via Transcend CruisesPrincess Cruises Removes Canned Sodas from Premium Drink PackagesNow Open: SLS Barcelona, the Brand's First in EuropeFlights Will Likely Be Cheaper This Year, According to Airline Insiders—Here’s When to Book for the Best DealsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The heartbeat of your business can be found in your data and your dollars. This week, Korrine and Theresa discuss why it's crucial not to rely on your host agency when it comes to tools such as email marketing, CRM, and E&O insurance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Americans Are Recession-Proofing Their Travel PlansSummer Travel Trends to Know for 2025 As heard on Excess Baggage:Victory Cruise Lines Officially Back in OperationRoyal Caribbean Group Cuts Labadee from Itineraries (Again)Venice Launches Second Year of Day-Tripper TaxMargaritaville Properties Achieve Autism Double-Checked CertificationOceania Announces Four Additional 2026 Solar Eclipse SailingsThe TSA will enforce its Real ID requirement starting May 7Silversea's groundbreaking hotel will elevate luxury for Antarctica cruisesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mindy Poder and Emma Weissman from TravelAge West join Korrine and Theresa this week to chat about updates on this year's Future Leaders in Travel which will take place in Anchorage, Alaska. Applications open later this month, so head to Future Leaders in Travel to sign up for updates!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:A tourism tariff comes into focusBudgeting vs. Upselling: How Travel Advisors Strike a Balance As heard on Excess Baggage:Intrepid Travel Sets Sights on North American ExpansionFrontier taunts Southwest with checked-bag promotionWomen are increasingly filling top roles at large travel agenciesSeven Seas Navigator to Become Residential Cruise ShipRoyal Caribbean Bans Popular Personal Device on Its Private Island DestinationMountain Lodges of Peru Announces New Three-Day ItinerariesCarnival Cruise Line Enhances GoCCL with Upcoming Payments ToolCelestyal Discovery Docks in Santorini, First Cruise Ship of the YearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:U.S. Consumer Confidence Just Saw Its Biggest Drop Since 2021 — And Travel Is Likely to Be AffectedCommunity Voices: 5 Ways to Streamline Your Travel Business in 2025 As heard on Excess Baggage:Santorini Earthquakes March 2025 Update: Residents Return, Cruise Ships Still BannedAmerican Airlines to Test Complimentary Inflight Wi-Fi on Three RoutesPark Hyatt St. Kitts Focuses on Multi-Gen and Group TravelAfter talks on Mexico cruise tax, FCCA chief says she's 'optimistic'Tauck gives names to two new river cruise shipsUniworld is adding three newbuilds in EuropeCruise Planners Adds Hotel Proposal Feature to CP MaxxPets Are VIPs at This Mexico ResortSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Week in Review: Air Travel’s Mixed Signals; All Eyes on ThailandU.K.’s New ETA System Denying Some U.S. Travelers Over Criminal Records As heard on Excess Baggage:HX Invests Millions into Two-Ship RefurbishmentMarriott Expands Luxury Safari Portfolio with Dual Signing of The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott CampsTour operators are 'slowly but surely' returning to IsraelTrump's commerce secretary says cruise lines will pay more in taxesNorwegian Cruise Line Launches “Kids Sail Free” PromoPreferred Hotels & Resorts Unveils New Travel Advisor PortalUS Embassy in Mexico Issues Travel Advisory for Spring Break TripsIntrepid Travel Donates All FAM Fees to Raise $12,000 for Community NonprofitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:6 Summer Travel Trends for Luxury TravelersShould Travel Advisors Book Budget Travel? As heard on Excess Baggage:With 2025 well-booked, cruise's Wave season has been anticlimacticUniworld provides advisors new tools, including Rallio social media marketingASTA Launches Official Campaign for VeriVacationSandals Elite Advisor Program DebutsHyatt Announces Plan to Acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts for $2.6 BillionW Hotels Sets Opening Date for Its First Punta Cana All-InclusiveExcitement & Skepticism: Travel Industry Responds to Celebrity River CruisesAAA Predicts Third Straight Year of Record Cruise Passenger GrowthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com On this episode of Advisor Highlight, Korrine and Theresa have a conversation with Belvin Baldwin II. Listen in as we talk about his business and goals along with the worst vacation he's ever had.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:8 Tech Tools to Supercharge Your Travel BusinessTop 3 European Destinations to Experience in July and August As heard on Excess Baggage:Cruise Lines Offer Flexible Cancellation Options Amid LA WildfiresAtlas Ocean Voyages Offering Free Airfare, $1,000 Gift Cards for Travel Advisors for 2025 Antarctica CruisesWhat does Schengen expansion mean for U.S. travelers?Hyatt is in talks with Playa Hotels & Resorts for possible acquisitionUnited Announces Accelerated Timeline for Starlink ConnectivityTMR Officially Launches First-Ever Travel Market Place Leadership Exchange in CancunThe Latest on the L.A. Wildfires, Travel Impacts, and How to HelpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hot off the press! As the year comes to a close, Korrine and and Theresa reflect on 2024 and what they're excited for in 2025. Thank you for another amazing year! Cheers to 2025!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:7 Critical Updates for Travel AdvisorsProliferation of A.I., Importance of Luxury, & Influx of Younger Travelers Top 2025 Predictions As heard on Excess Baggage:Virgin Voyages Launches Annual Cruise PassCanada Is “Cracking Down” on Airbnb & Short-Term RentalsGoogle Wallet Now Lets Users Create and Store U.S. Passports Digitally for Airport SecurityMexico Delays Implementation of Cruise Passenger TaxBeaches Resorts is Expanding Into the BahamasBelize Introduces New Digital Declaration System for TravelersRail Europe says booking groups is easier with new online toolRegent Seven Seas Cruises Unveils Trio of Initiatives for Travel Advisors—Free Cruise, Anyone?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Korrine shares her experience of operating her travel agency while living in another country and what travel advisor's need to consider if they wish to do the same. Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Signature's Karen Yeates on How Technology is Shaping the Future for Travel Advisors8 Top Trends in Luxury Travel for 2025 As heard on Excess Baggage:Seventh Volcanic Eruption in Iceland This Year Forces Blue Lagoon ClosureHurtigruten Launches New Marketing Tool for Travel AdvisorsNew Study Reveals the Most Affordable Cities for Budget TravelersNorwegian Cruise Line Cancels Five Months of 2025-26 Sailings Across Three ShipsThe Travel Institute Launches “Season of Giving” Event for Black FridayTravel Advisors Reveal 4 Types of Trips They Wish Travelers Knew to Book Earlier—a Lot EarlierBelmond will introduce the Britannic Explorer train in 2025Viking is 70% booked for 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we are chatting with Kate about how to show up to a consultation call with confidence (even if you don't know the destination well).  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sustainable and responsible travel has been trending the past few years; however, Intrepid Travel has been in this space for decades. Today, Korrine and Theresa chat with Laura Hernandez who is the Head of Partnerships in North America. They cover what to expect when working and traveling with Intrepid as well as the various ways this B-Corps certified company continues to be a leader in sustainable and responsible travel. Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Wellness on the Water: The Growing Trend of Health-Focused CruisesFall 2024 Travel Trends to Watch As heard on Excess Baggage:Headquarter Happenings: Avoya Travel Tackles 100% Commission SplitsCarnival Intros Enriched Learn & Earn Training Program for Travel AdvisorsTravel Leaders Network Adds Nearly 200 Agency Members in the First Half of 2024Brightline's Florida rail service is now in the GDSsHost Agency Reviews starts listing technology providersALG Vacations Launches Refresher Course for Travel AdvisorsAustria, Slovenia and Croatia Collaborate on New U.S. MarketingTravel Leaders Network Sees $350 Million Growth from New Members in 2024Experts Say 2024 Will Bring Best Northern Lights in Two Decades - Here's Where to See Aurora Borealis  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Survey Finds Agencies Are Worried About Direct Bookings, Staffing Challenges and Economic UncertaintyTravel Advisors Tell All on Their Craziest Client Requests As heard on Excess Baggage:Atlas Obscura Adventures Launches Kid-Focused Family ToursNorwegian Cruise Line Moves from “Free at Sea” to “More at Sea”Southwest will take its time to implement assigned seatingDominica eyes a tourism growth spurtPort Workers Strike Begins; Cruises to Be UnaffectedASTA to Offer Verified Travel Advisor Certification to Signature MembersRiviera River Cruises Offering 50 Percent Off 2026 DeparturesCarnival Corporation Posts Record Third-Quarter ResultsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Theresa and Kha for Part 2 of the AI discussion. In this episode, Kha covers how to use AI to enhance the client experience and the AI trends that he thinks will impact the travel industry the most. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, head to that episode first! Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marketing Technologist Kha Ly spoke with Korrine and Theresa months ago about AI's role in the travel industry. Kha joins the podcast once again to tell us about AI updates, his favorite tools, and how we can leverage AI for Marketing. The conversation was so good we split it into two parts. Tune in next week for Part 2! Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a groundbreaking travel industry event in the works called The Biz Huddle, and Courtnie Nichols joins Theresa (one of the event's advisory committee members) in this week's episode to talk about it. Ready to level up your business? Listen in to see if this event is right for you. Register your interest in the event here: https://www.thebizhuddle.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Special Needs Group CEO Talks Mobility Assistance Trends at SeaTips for Working with High Net Worth Clients from Luxury Advisor Stacy Small As heard on Excess Baggage:Six Senses Hotel Planned for Colorado RockiesAir Canada Announces Flexible Rebooking Policy Ahead of Potential StrikeNorwegian Cruise Line Unveils 2026 Spring and Summer ItinerariesAfter demand boom for all-inclusives, signs point to a slowdownCruising's rising popularity in AfricaAmaWaterways Launches 'Sell Five, Sail Free' Promo for Travel AdvisorsClassic Vacations Enhances Advisor Experience with New Partnership and Upgraded PlatformHilton Enhances Global Luxury Travel Advisor PrograCelebrity Cruises Unveils Modernized Celebrity InfinitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Korrine and Theresa chat with Lori Gold, the founder of incredible Resorts of the Riviera Maya Facebook Group, Explore More Mexico, and Mexperts. For the free Mexico Masterclass with Lori, click here! Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:What Travel Agency Owners Need to Know about Incentivizing Their ICs5 Things to Know About Planning Outdoor Travel for Clients With Disabilities As heard on Excess Baggage:Royal Caribbean Group's courting of millennials, Gen Z is paying offAnti-tourism sentiment has been bad news for short-term rentalsNayarit Thrives as Tourism Surges and Sustainability Shines in 2024Women Prioritize Travel at Nearly Twice the Rate as MenHolland America Line and Seabourn Merge Sales TeamsSwan Hellenic Unveils 2025 Maris Gourmet CruisesTurkish Airlines Is Rolling Out a Fancy New Business-Class Cabin. Here's What to Know.After 57 Years, Southwest Airlines Is Dropping Its Open Seating PolicyIATAN Adds ASTA's VTA to its Accreditation ProgramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Advisor Highlight, we have a fun and dynamic conversation with Natasha Terrell who is the founder of Travel Goddess International. She went from being a solo travel advisor to having a large team of advisors working with her in her agency. In 2020, she restructured her business to include a membership component where she currently has 3500 paying members. This is an episode you won't want to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Summer of the destination ‘dupes'Community Voices: Is Being a Travel Agent a Casual Side Hustle? Here's Why I Don't Think So. As heard on Excess Baggage:Italy's Catania Airport Shut Down Because of Mount Etna EruptionTauck Provides Co-Branded Web Pages to Supercharge Group SalesTurkish Airlines aims for free WiFi fleetwide by the end of 2025Intrepid Travel is making the leap into hotelsVenice's Temporary Tourism Tax Proves Successful, Raking In MillionsSome of Sun Princess' Most Highly Anticipated Attractions Will Never OpenGalápagos to Double Entry Fee Starting August 1Jamaica's Tourism Rebounds Strongly After Hurricane BerylSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:The State of Hotel Guest Satisfaction in 2024Ask-An-Advisor: Why Would I Use a DMC Instead of a Tour Operator? As heard on Excess Baggage:The Travel Corporation To Be Acquired by Asset Management FundCould Delta Air Lines Add a ‘Basic Business' Fare?Travel Prices Are Declining for the Second Consecutive MonthSeabourn Unveils New Hands-On Photography Program for Select Expedition CruisesVirgin Voyages Announces New Partnership With SoulCycleOceania Cruises Collaborates With the American Cancer SocietyAruba Introduces Sustainability Fee for Those Arriving by AirTravel Planners creates director of innovation roleThis Instagram page has luxury travel advisors in stitchesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Barcelona protesters spray visitors with water: Why has Europe fallen out of love with tourism?This Scandinavian City Just Won the Internet With Its Hilarious New Tourism AdThe do's and don'ts of selling travel insurance As heard on Excess Baggage:Japan Issues Heatstroke Warning for TokyoCopenhagen Launches CopenPay Tourism Program to Reward Being GreenEvent travel is a hot ticket this summerNew digital brochure for the Caribbean from Pleasant HolidaysAmsterdam to Halve Cruise Ship Visits by 2026, Relocate Terminal by 2035Barcelona Residents Protest Mass Tourism and Spray Tourists With WaterSea Cloud to Undergo Extensive Refurbishment in Fall 2025Record 3 Million-Plus Passengers Screened by TSA on July 7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Ask-An-Advisor: Can I Be Selective and Not Charge Some Clients Fees?Tips for Finding & Talking to Today's Luxury TravelerAmericans Are Using AI to Plan Travel; Is This a Bad Thing? As heard on Excess Baggage:Resort for a Day Now Offers Day Passes to the Greek IslesHurricane Beryl Path and Travel Disruptions: Latest UpdatesClassic Vacations deepens investment in travel advisorsRiverside Luxury Cruises taps Regal Wings for premium airAtlantis Paradise Island Completes $150 Million RevampGoway Debuts New Branding, Tech-Savvy Website & MoreParis Hotel Occupancy Nearing 80 Percent for the Summer OlympicsTravel Intentions Increased Across Almost All Household IncomesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:How Will California's New Hidden Fees Statute Affect Cruise Line Pricing?Travel Agency Execs Expect a "Leveling Off" but Say There Will Be No Plateau As heard on Excess Baggage:Celestyal Expands Year-Round Cruising by 30% Through 2027Backroads Unveils New European and North American Tours for 2025Barcelona to ban short-term rentalsUber to launch airport shuttle service in U.S.Explora Journeys Announces Partnership With Louis Vuitton 37th America's CupIHG Doubling Caribbean and Latin America HotelsIconic Paris Landmark to Reopen This Summer After More Than 3 Years of ClosureSix U.S. Cities to Welcome New Passport OfficesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Korrine and Theresa as they discuss the Do's and Don'ts of supplier and advisor partnerships with Dave Meihoefer. As a reminder, we'll be taking a short break from new episodes until the end of June. We can't wait to take out our mics again! Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Why you should consider consulting feesGoogle Reviews Are Powerful. Here's How to Optimize Them As heard on Excess Baggage:Riviera River Cruises offers commissionable flight and hotel bookingsHost Agency Reviews wants to hear from youSaudi Arabia Courting Tourism, Announces New Hotels of 2024Holland America Group Resigns USTOA Active MembershipCarnival Adds Features to Online Booking Tool for Travel AdvisorsReport: Delta Air Lines Plans to Drop Baggage Recheck on Arrival to U.S.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with Mallory Jones in this episode of our Advisor Highlight series. Mallory is based in Texas, and she speaks to us about her business model, current challenges, plans for the future, and her definition of success. Listen in and feel inspired! Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Travel Advisors on What to Expect Riding BrightlineCruise Ships and Celebrity Chefs: A Perfect Pairing the Industry Continues to CraveHow Social Media Still Plays a Big Role in Travel As heard on Excess Baggage:Avalon Alegria Christened in Pinhão, PortugalTSA Adds 8 New Airlines to PreCheckRegistration for CruiseWorld 2024 Is Now OpenSouthwest Airlines Acquires Sustainable Fuel CompanyTravel Planners International Announces Vacation Planners FranchiseInsideJapan Debuts “Hidden Zen” Itinerary Along Bullet Train RouteGrand Opening: Sandals Saint Vincent and the GrenadinesRoyal Caribbean and Carnival to use Norfolk port with Baltimore unavailableCEO says Carnival Corp. 'knocked the cover off the ball' in Q1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Korrine and Theresa discuss current challenges they are facing along with other travel advisors in the industry. Are you turning your challenges into opportunities? Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Will 2024 Be the Biggest Travel Boom Year Ever?Will the Upcoming Election Soften Travel Bookings? Travel Agents Say ‘No'Where to Travel Now: Alternatives to Crowded, Pricey Hot Spots As heard on Excess Baggage:ASTA launches ad campaign against American AirlinesVirgin Voyages creates cruise package for remote workersSpain Asks Travelers to Take Trains Instead of Planes on Shorter Domestic RoutesNew Cruise Company Launched for Solo Female Travelers 55-PlusInsight Vacations Launches Small-Group, Women-Only ToursIceland Issues Volcanic State of Emergency, Evacuates Travelers After Another EruptionMaya Train Debuts Between Cancun and Playa del CarmenCelebrity Cruises Elevates Retreat Experience Onboard Infinity During RefurbNCL Introduces Co-Branded Websites for Travel AdvisorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:The Most Pressing Issues Facing Travel Advisors in 2024Millennial Interest in Cruising On the RiseSEO Strategies Every Travel Advisor Should Know As heard on Excess Baggage:TTC Tour Brands Adds Brendan Vacations' Guided Tours to Advisor PortalJetBlue Abandons Spirit Airlines Merger After Regulatory Hurdles Prove Too MuchBig Five Announces Co-Branded Website for Travel AdvisorsRiviera River Cruises to Offer Longer, Back-to-Back Itineraries in 2025Contiki Launches First-Ever Island Hopping Trip to the PhilippinesHilton Lake Como Launches New Experience for Parents-to-BeTripadvisor is closing its subscription serviceFlight Centre closes Gogo; puts focus on luxury, ICsDespite American Queen's shutdown, U.S. river cruising keeps rollingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Scuffle by Night Drift • UppbeatLicense code: TP4U4XVTMLCYT8BD In this episode, we are giving you a sneak peek into Korrine's new podcast, 7 Figure Cruise Business.   Whether you're a seasoned cruise pro who wants to elevate your cruise planning services, a total newbie who wants to start selling cruises, or an advisor who just wants to add this profitable trip type to your portfolio, this is the podcast for you, because this is where we talk about the business of selling cruises. Welcome to 7-figure cruise business! The freebie she mentions is HERE. Thank you for your support!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Expedition cruising is one of the latest travel trends, and we talk to Kelly Predmesky on how to present this experience to your clients as well as how Swan Hellenic can give your clients a vacation of a lifetime. Plus, Theresa shares her recent expedition cruise to Antarctica with on Swan Hellenic... you won't want to miss this conversation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Advisors Share Their Top Picks for Under-the-Radar Caribbean DestinationsLatest Developments in Cruise Line Private IslandsThese Are the Top Spring Travel Trends for 2024 As heard on Excess Baggage:Traveling for Well-Being High on Gen Z's List of Travel PrioritiesBig Cruise Ships Dominate Online SearchesBahamas and Jamaica advisories spark concern, not cancellationsASTA supports crackdown on hidden hotel fees in filed commentsAmerican Airlines Cuts Tel Aviv Flights Until at Least October 2024New 'Wizard of Oz' Land Coming To Warner Bros. Movie WorldTravel Tech Startup Receives $2 Million in Pre-Seed FundingEight in 10 Consumers Choose Travel as Their Top Budget PrioritySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with Dr. Terika Haynes in this episode of our Advisor Highlight series. Dr. Terika is based on Florida, and she speaks to us about her business model, current challenges, plans for the future, and her definition of success. Listen in and feel inspired!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the new year begins, our chat with Jenn Lee is the perfect way to take the lessons we've learned from 2023 to make 2024 our best year yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Do You Tip in France? Sometimes—Here's When and How Much to GiveWhy an Ownership Mindset Is Essential for ICs & How to Cultivate OneHere's What Luxury Travelers Want From Their Vacations, According to a New Survey As heard on Excess Baggage:AmaWaterways to Include Free Pre- or Post-Cruise Land ToursViking Cruises Intros China-Flagged Domestic China VoyagesG Adventures' G-Normous Incentive Offers Up to $75,000 in Cash and Prizes for Travel AdvisorsUnited and Alaska cancellations continue with Boeing 737 Max 9 planes groundedKayak sees 15x increase in aircraft filter usage following Alaska Airlines incidentPremium Leisure Travel on the RiseTravel Impacted as Volcano Erupts for Second Time in Iceland - Blue Lagoon Closes AgainSurvey: Canada, Switzerland, Norway Are Top Three Safest CountriesCruise Industry Prepares for a Record-Breaking YearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steph Lee joins The TIN Lounge today to discuss Host Week, a free educational virtual event that is perfect for new-to-the-industry advisors as well as seasoned advisors looking to learn something new. Register for Host Week here: https://hostagencyreviews.com/page/host-weekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kha Ly is a marketing technologist who will open your minds on how we can use AI to scale our travel businesses. Listen in and start learning about the wonders of AI! Thank you for sharing our podcast and leaving a review!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Korrine and Theresa in a cozy end-of-year conversation about lessons learned and exciting business plans in 2024 Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:Survey Shows Millennials and Gen Z Are Turning to Travel AgentsHere's How ASTA is Advocating for Advisors Right Now — and What Agents Can Do to HelpWhy Travel Advisors Shouldn't Let Clients DIY In-Destination Tours & Activities As heard on Excess Baggage:Riverside Luxury Cruises to Launch Third River Ship in March 2024Avanti Opens U.K. Sales Center to Service U.S. East Coast AdvisorsClassic Vacations and Lucia Join ForcesTravel Tech heads to Washington to talk about GDSsBrightline paying 20% commission for limited timeUS Passport Processing Wait Times Decrease AgainCarnival Rolling Out New Kids' Programming on Its Newest Ship, Carnival JubileeNew Autograph Collection Hotel To Open in RomeExclusive: 55 Percent of Agencies Report Increased Sales in 2023See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:These Niches and Destinations Performed Well for Advisors in 2023 — And Will Likely Do So Again in 2024From swingers to Swifties, there's a cruise for every themeWhat's Shaping Traveler Behavior in 2024, According to International Suppliers As heard on Excess Baggage:Norwegian Cruise Line to Sunset Program that Pays Commission on NCFsAvalon Names Cheri Oteri as Godmother of Next River ShipJetBlue to fly New York-Tulum routeJetBlue starts Belize servicePortMiami Is the Nation's First Seaport to Host a Global Entry Enrollment CenterSecurity in 12 Seconds? A New TSA PreCheck Screening Upgrade Will Get You Through Faster Than EverBrazil Launches eVisa Platform for American TravelersTravelers Unfazed by Economic Pressures in 2024: StatsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com As heard on Excess Baggage:Cruise Lines Extend Israel CancellationsThailand Launches "Come Discovery Your Thailand" Travel ForumCelestyal acquires Aida ship and will rename it DiscoveryHideaway resort opens in Montego BayUS State Department Issues Worldwide Caution Update Travel AdvisoryBlue Lagoon Iceland Extends Closure Through November 30Tauck, Rocky Mountaineer Partner on New Trips in North AmericaDondra Ritzenthaler to Helm Azamara, Alain Ferzli Named CFOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & InstagramEmail us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion:How a Talent Shortage Is Threatening Agencies, and Why Underqualified Advisors Aren't the AnswerWhy Do Travel Agents Have to Chase Their Commissions? As heard on Excess Baggage:TSA Expects Record-Setting Crowds at Airports this Thanksgiving WeekThe Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Travel Deals for 2023Brightline will begin paying advisors commissionUniworld expands its itineraries that combine river cruises with train travelDisney World Considers Ban on Popular GuidesVolcanic Eruption in Iceland Likely; Flight Disruptions UnlikelyBlue Lagoon Iceland to Close Through November 16You Can Now Get Your U.S. Passport Faster, the State Department SaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.