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Join Mary Pat Sullivan, executive vice president of marketing and partnerships for TravelAge West, as she takes the host seat during this sponsored episode of Humans of Travel, featuring Jacki Marks, executive vice president of ALG Vacations. Marks is well-known for her passion, dedication and belief that partnerships and success go hand in hand. She leads a team of more than 250, developing strategies to propel the growth and profitability of ALG Vacations and travel agencies nationwide, with decades of experience in all aspects of leisure travel, including revenue management, marketing, sales support and group travel. Her leadership has been instrumental in providing the industry-leading customer service that ALG Vacations offers advisors and their clients. In this episode of Humans of Travel, Marks reflects on her decades-long career in travel, which began when she responded to a classified ad and took a job at FunJet Vacations 27 years ago. As she says: “I walked through those doors … and never walked out.” Marks will also share what it takes to balance her work and family life, and why ALG Vacations decided to bring a kindness movement to the travel industry. This episode is sponsored by Apple Leisure Group Vacations. Note: Humans of Travel will be on hiatus, with new full-length episodes returning in March 2024. In the meantime, encore presentations will be released weekly. ABOUT YOUR HOST Emma Weissmann is the Managing Editor of TravelAge West, a print magazine and website for travel advisors based in the Western U.S. She is also the co-host of Trade Secrets, a podcast created with sister publication Travel Weekly. TravelAge West also produces national trade publications Explorer and Family Getaways, as well as events including the Future Leaders in Travel Retreat, Global Travel Marketplace West, the WAVE Awards gala and the Napa Valley Leadership Forum. ABOUT THE SHOW TravelAge West's podcast, “Humans of Travel,” features conversations with exceptional people who have compelling stories to tell. Listeners will hear from the travel industry's notable authorities, high-profile executives, travel advisors and rising stars as they share the highs and lows that make them human.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show Date: 6/15/2022 Hear about the incredible experience of participating in the TLN EDGE Conference with KHM Travel Group Staff Carolyn Sekerek, Carolyn Orf, and Anita Pagliasso. They are joined by four amazing KHM Travel Group Agents Mylene Hollick, Toni Rath, Leigh Lee, Pat Chapple. Matt Wahlgren was just a Distinctive Voyages Host with Princess Cruises in Alaska. Learn what this means and how to participate in this program. Due to technical difficulties, Jim Tedesco of Funjet Vacations could not make it on the show. To see his interview with Carolyn: https://youtu.be/XCGAz5_OYYABecome an agent with KHM Travel Group today! Check out our website to learn more: www.KHMTravel.com Have a question for #AskKHMToday? Want to be featured on the show, or have feedback to share? Let us know! www.KHMToday.com
We got the beat … The Travel Beat That is! With over 50 years of industry experience, we're talking about everything you need to plan your best vacation yet! Hot takes, insider tips, and top recs from the travel industry's top brands in leisure travel: Apple Vacations, Funjet Vacations, Travel Impressions, Southwest Vacations, Blue Sky Tours and United Vacations!Be sure to follow us on Instagram @TravelBeatALGV. And, subscribe to our new podcast today, because When travel planning seems like too big of a feat, sync up to The Travel Beat with ALG Vacations.
Get ready for quite a ride! This week, Stacie has the story Yolande Du Bois, the long-suffering daughter of civil rights titan W. E. B. Du Bois, who steered her into a deeply unsuitable marriage to poet Countee Cullen, a leading light of the Harlem Renaissance. Then, Alicia has a long-time listener request: The 90s-era heartbreaker of the marriage and divorce of actors Emma Thompson and Kenneth Branagh. Promo Victoria Emerson. Buy one piece and get one free when you visit www.victoriaemerson.com/trashy and use the code TRASHY. Funjet Vacations. Use code Funjet75 for $75 off your next Funjet Vacation at RIU Hotels & Resorts. The Oak Tree Group. Mention Trashy Divorces for your free one hour financial preparedness conversation. Call 770-319-1700 or visit them on the web at theoaktreegroup.net. Advertise with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For this spookiest of months, Alicia wanted to get into one of her very favorite subjects: The Scottish Play! Not only is there a trashy/tragic marital breakdown, but there are witches, and curses, and prophesies! It also sets us up pretty nicely for Trashy Divorces stories to come... Check out a bunch of additional Macbeth-related episodes at bit.ly/trashcandy, as well as our recent chat with Andy from Astrology with Andy about Saturn Returns. Have questions for our Halloween Q&A episode? Email us at trashydivorces@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at 404-594-3658. Promo Victoria Emerson. Buy one piece and get one free when you visit www.victoriaemerson.com/trashy and use the code TRASHY. Funjet Vacations. Use code Funjet75 for $75 off your next Funjet Vacation at RIU Hotels & Resorts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we've got a couple of musical women whose weddings spelled the end of their relationships! Alicia has Adele, who is back with a new single and forthcoming record - and quite a story to tell. Stacie has the decade that was Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth. Promo Victoria Emerson. Buy one piece and get one free when you visit www.victoriaemerson.com/trashy and use the code TRASHY. Funjet Vacations. Use code Funjet75 for $75 off your next Funjet Vacation at RIU Hotels & Resorts. The Oak Tree Group. Mention Trashy Divorces for your free one hour financial preparedness conversation. Call 770-319-1700 or visit them on the web at theoaktreegroup.net. Betterhelp.com/trashy – Get 10% off your first month when you sign up at the link! Advertise with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's been a while since we followed the dysfunction of a band's trashy breakup, but Alicia has a good one this week! For three brief, shining years, The Mamas & The Papas were chart topping leaders of the late '60s hippie sound. Born in professional jealousy, romantic rivalry, and personality conflict, the band's run ended almost as suddenly as it began. Promo Victoria Emerson. Buy one piece and get one free when you visit www.victoriaemerson.com/trashy and use the code TRASHY. Funjet Vacations. Use code Funjet75 for $75 off your next Funjet Vacation at RIU Hotels & Resorts. Advertise with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's the dumbest thing you've ever done? We think we've identified the dumbest thing Ted Danson ever did: roasting his then-girlfriend Whoopi Goldberg, in blackface, at the Friars Club in 1993. The scandal that followed may have ended their relationship. Promo Dipsea. Get a 30-day free trial to all the steamy audio stories you can handle at dipseastories.com/trashy. Funjet Vacations. Use code Funjet75 for $75 off your next Funjet Vacation at RIU Hotels & Resorts. Advertise with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today I am joined by David Thimmesch. David has been a copywriter for seven years - but a storyteller since before he could write. His childhood love for storytelling eventually lead him to attend the Chicago Portfolio School to begin crafting videos, print ads, social media ideas and branding concepts for global brands including Funjet Vacations, Briggs & Stratton, InSinkErator and Lands' End. After years of working for different advertising agencies and companies, he started his own business so he could better partner with outside-the-box brands to help them simplify their message and tell the right story to the right audience.We talk about what inspired him to become a copywriter, what he learned from his car accident, branding tips, and how our job is like a relationship.His Website https://www.davidthimmeschcreative.com/
MJDV Travel Podcast travels to the world of augmented reality. Join your host Travel Advisor Kevin Melchor as he has a conversation with Alfred Taren from Genius Ventures Inc. about augmented reality and travel; how both come together influentially. Podcast Credits: Travel Advisor and Host: Kevin Melchor Melchor Jets Dream Vacations Plan and Book Travel at www.MelchorJets.com Alfred Taren, Vice President of Sales at Genius Ventures Inc. Website: www.geniusventuresinc.com Alfred Taren's LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alfred-taren/ Hilton Hotels and Resorts and Hilton Honors: www.travel.melchorjets.com/wp/book-hilton-honors-stay/ Funjet Vacations: www.funjet.com/default.aspx?plcode=954958KNMR Carnival Cruise Line: kmelchor.dreamvacations.com/promotion/carnival-cruises.do Music Credits: Play Easy tubebackr (No Copyright Music) Travel Background Music No Copyright Royalty Free Vlog Music Melchor Jets Dream Vacations (MJDV). 2021.
Want to do something you'll never forget? Our guest today is Kathy Mehring, Regional Director Sales - Midwest for Funjet Vacations to tell us about the travel trends they are embracing as a leader in creating vacations that far exceed the expectations of every customer. With over 80 million new passports within 10 years, Kathy will tell us how Funjet Vacations is changing the face of travel as we know it !
Funjet Vacations not only provides incredible choices, but their experience also give your customers values, products and exclusive offers you won’t find anywhere else. They specialize in flexible, personalized vacations for individuals and groups via nonstop charters and scheduled airlines to our world-wide destinations. Travelers can choose from land-only or air-inclusive vacations and a wide variety of optional components such as tours, attractions and sporting events. Vacation Packages: Resorts, Domestic, International and Air, Car, Hotel features. PLUS with Agent reward and benefits like bonus cash and EXCLUSIVE extra $100 off promotions only for InteleTravel clients going in right now - they should always be your Go-To package and tour provider!
Join Ridder, Scott, and Shannen in Jamaica on Great Escape 2018 with Fox World Travel and Funjet Vacations at the Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa! Drake White and Maddie and Tae will be along for the ride, too!
Why Funjet? They believe travel is more than a ticket to a destination; it’s a gateway to a lifetime of memories. That’s why Funjet takes to heart the role they play in unforgettable vacations for your clients and why they are dedicated to delivering experiences of uninterrupted fun. Funjet Vacations has been around since 1974, so they know more than a little about what makes a great vacation. Want to know the secret? The best vacations are more than just the combination of a flight and hotel—they’re about who your clients are with and what they experience together, whether your definition of “fun” means swimming with sharks, or spa treatments every day. So: why Funjet? For starters, “fun” is literally in their name & You get commission on EVERYTHING!
For over 40 years, Funjet Vacations has been committed to the success of travel professionals. After all, our company got its start by a former travel agent himself, Bill La Macchia. Our philosophy is simple… in fact, we built our whole agent platform around it. You Speak. We Listen. And then we deliver. We take travel agent feedback to heart and do everything we can to simplify your success – and your profitability! Core Values Be Unique Be Well, Work Well, Live Well Embrace Change Get Your Hands Dirty Ask Live End-To-End Product Over 40 Air Carriers 900+ Destinations Over 40,000 Hotels Air + Hotel, Hotel Only, Air Only, Car Rentals and Multi-Stop Packages Transfers & Tours Charter & Value Flights from 13 departure cities Over 70 Scheduled Air Carriers Agent Rewards Agent Bonus Cash - Always earn cash on your favorite hotels & destinations. Fun for Life offers are always being updated & increased to give you more earning potential! Engagement Tools - FunjetAgent.com includes an entire page FULL of easy to use marketing tools to increase business for travel agents: Simple Tools. Smarter Engagement. Agent Vacation Opportunities - Starting from just $199! Full Commission up to 15% on air + hotel vacations - Learn about Funjet's commission. The opportunities for earning are endless! 5% Air Commission - Earn 5% air commission on all International/Hawaii scheduled air vacations via American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and JetBlue Airways. 2% Bonus Commission on Upgraded Rooms - Earn more when you upgrade your clients' room at participating hotels & resorts. Set Your Own Commission - Make more money with Funjet Vacations when you set your own commission! Funjet Payments Plans - There are now 2 options available for your clients' payment plan. Price Match Plus - Quick, Easy & Pre-Approved*
Did you know there are actual studies that show how beneficial a vacation is to your well being? Taking a break from everyday life is as essential to your health as eating right and exercise. If you want that promotion at work, want to be a better parent or partner, taking time out to unplug could be the answer.Todays show we will talk about how the benefits of vacations, date nights, staycations, and taking time for self.We are kicking off the 20th annivesary bash for Peeks Cruises & Tours, by giving away a door prize today to the 7th and 10th callers. More prizes being given away at the event on Thursday. Airline tickets included compliments of Funjet Vacations.We'll discuss some of the promotions our partners are providing for the next week to celebrate our Travel Pfestival at the Hawaiian Falls Aloha Event Center. Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Mayflower Tours, Globus Family of Brands, Silver Link, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Funjet Vacations Paul Gaugin Small Ship Cruising...Yolanda will be eating local, Lindsey is living local, and Shellda is providing Pfun Pfacts.Make sure you listen in and call in 646-716-9154.
Did you know there are actual studies that show how beneficial a vacation is to your well being? Taking a break from everyday life is as essential to your health as eating right and exercise. If you want that promotion at work, want to be a better parent or partner, taking time out to unplug could be the answer. Todays show we will talk about how the benefits of vacations, date nights, staycations, and taking time for self. We are kicking off the 20th annivesary bash for Peeks Cruises & Tours, by giving away a door prize today to the 7th and 10th callers. More prizes being given away at the event on Thursday. Airline tickets included compliments of Funjet Vacations. We'll discuss some of the promotions our partners are providing for the next week to celebrate our Travel Pfestival at the Hawaiian Falls Aloha Event Center. Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Mayflower Tours, Globus Family of Brands, Silver Link, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Funjet Vacations Paul Gaugin Small Ship Cruising... Yolanda will be eating local, Lindsey is living local, and Shellda is providing Pfun Pfacts. Make sure you listen in and call in 646-716-9154.
This episode we will have John Woolcock of the Jamaican Tourism Board discuss the fun and legendary island of Jamaica. This island, which is one my favorites because of the people, the food, the beaches, and loads of activities and music, remains high on a lot of peoples list to visit. The Caribbean has a strong tourism economy and remains one the most popular areas of the world to travel year after year. Listen in and find out why Jamaica is so popular with cruise and land based customers. Yolanda will discuss her search for a great Caribbean restaurant in Austin and her experiences on the hunt. Shellda will have her Jamaican Fun Facts, and Lindsey will talk about upcoming Caribbean events. Dont forget about Peeks Cruises & Tours 20th celebration and Travel Pfest with our great travel partners, Funjet Vacations, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Sandals, and Globus Family of Tours and more to come....We'll announce a great surprise if you attend this event.
This episode we will have John Woolcock of the Jamaican Tourism Board discuss the fun and legendary island of Jamaica. This island, which is one my favorites because of the people, the food, the beaches, and loads of activities and music, remains high on a lot of peoples list to visit.The Caribbean has a strong tourism economy and remains one the most popular areas of the world to travel year after year. Listen in and find out why Jamaica is so popular with cruise and land based customers.Yolanda will discuss her search for a great Caribbean restaurant in Austin and her experiences on the hunt. Shellda will have her Jamaican Fun Facts, and Lindsey will talk about upcoming Caribbean events.Dont forget about Peeks Cruises & Tours 20th celebration and Travel Pfest with our great travel partners, Funjet Vacations, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Sandals, and Globus Family of Tours and more to come....We'll announce a great surprise if you attend this event.
So much is going on in the world of travel. The Caribbean is seeing record growth and are building new infrastructure to accommodate the influx of visitors. It's Wave Month, and the cruise lines are offering some fantastic promotions to get you to book early. New destinations are making people's bucket list. And experiential travel, culinary travel, and river cruising top the list of travel trends.Robert DeNiro is part owner of a new hotel in the Caribbean and the Brando in Tahiti named after it's prior owner Marlon Brando are making the list repeatedly for travel agents to inform their luxury clients about.This show will bring in the new year with teasers of things to come through out the year. Travel Time with Karen has so much information to get out to it's listeners to help you make the right decisions for your vacation dollars and time in 2015.More travel trends of what was good in 2014 and what's going to be better in 2015.Elechia France from Funjet Vacations is back to give you up to date promotions and options to start booking for winter, spring break, and summer. The Internet versus the new travel agent why personalized service is the difference.And here at home a local brewery that has a hotel attached just in case you want to continue enjoying the hops and not drive home.So don't miss out join us today. Join our Meetup group. www.meetup.com/tourists, Like us on Facebook, PeeksCruisesTours. Follow us on Twitter/traveltimewithKaren.Upcoming group trips you can join and save-PeeksCruisesTours.com and click on the group tab.And best of all we are doing our annual Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Tours this spring. It's Travel Time and There is No Better Time than Now!
So much is going on in the world of travel. The Caribbean is seeing record growth and are building new infrastructure to accommodate the influx of visitors. It's Wave Month, and the cruise lines are offering some fantastic promotions to get you to book early. New destinations are making people's bucket list. And experiential travel, culinary travel, and river cruising top the list of travel trends. Robert DeNiro is part owner of a new hotel in the Caribbean and the Brando in Tahiti named after it's prior owner Marlon Brando are making the list repeatedly for travel agents to inform their luxury clients about. This show will bring in the new year with teasers of things to come through out the year. Travel Time with Karen has so much information to get out to it's listeners to help you make the right decisions for your vacation dollars and time in 2015. More travel trends of what was good in 2014 and what's going to be better in 2015. Elechia France from Funjet Vacations is back to give you up to date promotions and options to start booking for winter, spring break, and summer. The Internet versus the new travel agent why personalized service is the difference. And here at home a local brewery that has a hotel attached just in case you want to continue enjoying the hops and not drive home. So don't miss out join us today. Join our Meetup group. www.meetup.com/tourists, Like us on Facebook, PeeksCruisesTours. Follow us on Twitter/traveltimewithKaren. Upcoming group trips you can join and save-PeeksCruisesTours.com and click on the group tab. And best of all we are doing our annual Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Tours this spring. It's Travel Time and There is No Better Time than Now!
2014 is on the way out and we'll take a look at travel trends of 2014, The Best of Travel Products and Suppliers, and what we see coming in 2015. US cities that got tourism right and why, which cruise lines get the hightest marks, and which international destinations hit the jackpot. We'll also look what which destinations you should have on your list for 2015. We'll get a call from Fito Kahn of the Austin Jazz Alliance to discuss the 2015 Texas Jazz Jam Cruise, upcoming Ship Inspections with Royal Caribbean, and other upcoming travel events with Peeks Cruises & Tours. Plus, one final 2014 ticket giveaway compliments of Funjet Vacations. Caller number 14 -(646) 716-9154
2014 is on the way out and we'll take a look at travel trends of 2014, The Best of Travel Products and Suppliers, and what we see coming in 2015. US cities that got tourism right and why, which cruise lines get the hightest marks, and which international destinations hit the jackpot. We'll also look what which destinations you should have on your list for 2015.We'll get a call from Fito Kahn of the Austin Jazz Alliance to discuss the 2015 Texas Jazz Jam Cruise, upcoming Ship Inspections with Royal Caribbean, and other upcoming travel events with Peeks Cruises & Tours.Plus, one final 2014 ticket giveaway compliments of Funjet Vacations. Caller number 14 -(646) 716-9154
Hawaii, one of the United States of America, a very culturally rich destination, and one of the prettiest places on Earth. Hawaii is on everyone's bucket list and we have the inside track from someone who lives and works there. Stephanie Barksdale of Oahu Concierge is going to give us the scoop on what to do and where to go. Stephanie lives in Oahu and owns Oahu Concierge a service to help you plan your stay in Hawaii.We'll discuss popular activities, hotels, and of course holidays in the Hawaiian islands.We'll also giveaway two more tickets to the Mayan Riviera in Mexico for the caller that can call in and aswer the question of the day.Travel News, we've got highlights on Funjet Vacations, Southwest Airlines, and the new Hyatt in Jamaica, and the Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba.. Plus I will highlight a new local winery I just recently discovered Austin Custom Winery.Listen for a surprise from Peeks Cruises & Tours.We are also trying to help Texas Women in Business with their diaper collection for families in need.Travel Trends, Shellda's Fun Facts, travel specials, and other great conversations about travel.
Hawaii, one of the United States of America, a very culturally rich destination, and one of the prettiest places on Earth. Hawaii is on everyone's bucket list and we have the inside track from someone who lives and works there. Stephanie Barksdale of Oahu Concierge is going to give us the scoop on what to do and where to go. Stephanie lives in Oahu and owns Oahu Concierge a service to help you plan your stay in Hawaii. We'll discuss popular activities, hotels, and of course holidays in the Hawaiian islands. We'll also giveaway two more tickets to the Mayan Riviera in Mexico for the caller that can call in and aswer the question of the day. Travel News, we've got highlights on Funjet Vacations, Southwest Airlines, and the new Hyatt in Jamaica, and the Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba.. Plus I will highlight a new local winery I just recently discovered Austin Custom Winery. Listen for a surprise from Peeks Cruises & Tours. We are also trying to help Texas Women in Business with their diaper collection for families in need. Travel Trends, Shellda's Fun Facts, travel specials, and other great conversations about travel.
It's here the season of promotions, sales, and giveaways. Today our show is full of great travel sales and promotions. There is so many deals being offered by our travel partners we decided to devote the whole show to providing you with the inside scoop. Elechia France with Funjet Vacations, will be on the show to talk about the great new relationship between Funjet and Southwest Air and their direct flights from Texas to Mexico and the Caribbean. She'll also discuss their new low deposit policy, free bags, and how to earn free rooms when booking a group in 2015 and much much more. Plus we will have our first Ticket Giveaway, air from Austin to Cancun for the 9th caller, compliments of Funjet Vacations. Will you be that lucky caller today? So put this show on your calendar with a reminder so you dont miss out! We will talk about Royal Caribbean's WOW sale that ends tomorrow, Holland America sale for onboard credit, Carnival, Azmara, Princess, Sandals, you name it there is something for everyone this season. Travel news includes, the first Margaritaville at Sea, Virgin creating their own cruise line, Palace resorts has opened in Jamaica and you can get a free ticket to Shaggy Concert when you book. And Globus is going to Cuba. This will be a high energy, very fun show as we celebrate 1 year on the air and leading into the 20th year for Peeks Cruises & Tours. Join us, call in (646) 716-9154
It's here the season of promotions, sales, and giveaways. Today our show is full of great travel sales and promotions. There is so many deals being offered by our travel partners we decided to devote the whole show to providing you with the inside scoop.Elechia France with Funjet Vacations, will be on the show to talk about the great new relationship between Funjet and Southwest Air and their direct flights from Texas to Mexico and the Caribbean. She'll also discuss their new low deposit policy, free bags, and how to earn free rooms when booking a group in 2015 and much much more.Plus we will have our first Ticket Giveaway, air from Austin to Cancun for the 9th caller, compliments of Funjet Vacations. Will you be that lucky caller today? So put this show on your calendar with a reminder so you dont miss out!We will talk about Royal Caribbean's WOW sale that ends tomorrow, Holland America sale for onboard credit, Carnival, Azmara, Princess, Sandals, you name it there is something for everyone this season.Travel news includes, the first Margaritaville at Sea, Virgin creating their own cruise line, Palace resorts has opened in Jamaica and you can get a free ticket to Shaggy Concert when you book. And Globus is going to Cuba.This will be a high energy, very fun show as we celebrate 1 year on the air and leading into the 20th year for Peeks Cruises & Tours. Join us, call in (646) 716-9154
As we approach the holiday season we have a great opportunity for you to surprise a love one with the gift of travel. We'll have a great guest speaker from Karisma Resorts/Lomas Tours get us really excited about the deals, resorts, and fun activities at our closest destinations to the South of Texas. Rue Ann Adamson has worked in the business with Funjet Vacations/Mark Travel and now Karisma/Lomas. And yes Mexico has made a comeback, and Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen specifically. We'll highlight what we already have on tap for 2015 for you to choose from and we'll tell you about the specials and promotions going on right now. The travel industry is pullling out the stops to get you to give the gift of travel now! We do have Black Friday in the travel industry also. We'll highlight the El Dorado Royale Resort in the Riviera Maya, Mexico and the Cancun market as a whole. Plus the greatest announcement ever, direct flights Texas to the Cancun area year round, plus other destinations direct from Texas with Funjet Vacations. Join us as we think about warm destinations in the winter months and beyond! It's Travel Time and there is no better Time than Now!
As we approach the holiday season we have a great opportunity for you to surprise a love one with the gift of travel. We'll have a great guest speaker from Karisma Resorts/Lomas Tours get us really excited about the deals, resorts, and fun activities at our closest destinations to the South of Texas. Rue Ann Adamson has worked in the business with Funjet Vacations/Mark Travel and now Karisma/Lomas. And yes Mexico has made a comeback, and Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen specifically.We'll highlight what we already have on tap for 2015 for you to choose from and we'll tell you about the specials and promotions going on right now. The travel industry is pullling out the stops to get you to give the gift of travel now! We do have Black Friday in the travel industry also.We'll highlight the El Dorado Royale Resort in the Riviera Maya, Mexico and the Cancun market as a whole. Plus the greatest announcement ever, direct flights Texas to the Cancun area year round, plus other destinations direct from Texas with Funjet Vacations.Join us as we think about warm destinations in the winter months and beyond!It's Travel Time and there is no better Time than Now!
This episode we will speak with Pauline Salzer of The Passport and Visa Company to discuss the different required documentation for international travel. Pauline will speak specifically about Brazil with the Summer Games on many people's radar, now is the time to learn what you will need. Pauline will discuss the difference in work visas', student, and tourist visa's. We never know where we may end up and what travel opportunities may come our way so this will be a great show to learn what's needed and the process. We'll also discuss tourism trends in Brazil, the many Unesco Heritage Sites, Wellness, and Ecotourism. And of course provide the available package for the Summer Games in Rio Summer 2016. In Travel News: Calling all Single Men. There's a singles cruise that has more women signing up than single men and we need to even things out. Find out where they are going and what they will be doing. The Quantum of the Seas is in New Jesery about to sail for the first time and there are still some surprises we'll reveal. Funjet Vacations and Southwest Airlines have partnered to bring direct flights from Texas to Mexico and the Caribbean! Computers Vs Customer Service-Did you know that online agencies are using your personal information to create a customized price for your travel? Question of the Month: What Destination is your Favorite for Food? Of course Special Packages, Fun Events, and Fun Facts
This episode we will speak with Pauline Salzer of The Passport and Visa Company to discuss the different required documentation for international travel. Pauline will speak specifically about Brazil with the Summer Games on many people's radar, now is the time to learn what you will need.Pauline will discuss the difference in work visas', student, and tourist visa's. We never know where we may end up and what travel opportunities may come our way so this will be a great show to learn what's needed and the process.We'll also discuss tourism trends in Brazil, the many Unesco Heritage Sites, Wellness, and Ecotourism. And of course provide the available package for the Summer Games in Rio Summer 2016.In Travel News: Calling all Single Men. There's a singles cruise that has more women signing up than single men and we need to even things out. Find out where they are going and what they will be doing.The Quantum of the Seas is in New Jesery about to sail for the first time and there are still some surprises we'll reveal.Funjet Vacations and Southwest Airlines have partnered to bring direct flights from Texas to Mexico and the Caribbean!Computers Vs Customer Service-Did you know that online agencies are using your personal information to create a customized price for your travel?Question of the Month: What Destination is your Favorite for Food?Of course Special Packages, Fun Events, and Fun Facts
We all know people who always seem to be having fun and going places. And then there are those who talk about what they want to do and where they want to go but they never do it. Which one are you? If we look at what's happening it the world we could all be paralyzed with fear, hesitation or concern about lack of resources. But how many of us have seen loved ones pass on to the next life without having lived out their dreams. Do you have any regrets in life? Now is the time to do the things you want to do. Find a way to make it happen since next year or tomorrow is not promised to any of us. The Bucket List Buster Series is a call to action based on people's dreams of adventure and fun. We will continue to talk about traveling to destinations on everyone's bucket list. This episode we will discuss doing things and activities you dream about, Cooking classes, wine and olive oil tasting in Italy, Fishing in Alaska, Climbing Mount Everest in Nepal, Playing the Saxaphone on stage for the first time, scuba diving in Tahiti, and so on. Last but not least we'll discuss how to be a part of some fantastic trips and vacations, great promotions with Sandals Resorts, Paul Gaugin Cruises, Holland America Cruises and Funjet Vacations. And what about that sporting event you've dreamed of taking, like the summer games in Rio 2016, and 2015 Super Bowl in Arizona. Included in this episode as with all are travel news and travel trends. So join us as we help you locate your next adventure!
We all know people who always seem to be having fun and going places. And then there are those who talk about what they want to do and where they want to go but they never do it. Which one are you? If we look at what's happening it the world we could all be paralyzed with fear, hesitation or concern about lack of resources. But how many of us have seen loved ones pass on to the next life without having lived out their dreams. Do you have any regrets in life?Now is the time to do the things you want to do. Find a way to make it happen since next year or tomorrow is not promised to any of us.The Bucket List Buster Series is a call to action based on people's dreams of adventure and fun. We will continue to talk about traveling to destinations on everyone's bucket list. This episode we will discuss doing things and activities you dream about, Cooking classes, wine and olive oil tasting in Italy, Fishing in Alaska, Climbing Mount Everest in Nepal, Playing the Saxaphone on stage for the first time, scuba diving in Tahiti, and so on.Last but not least we'll discuss how to be a part of some fantastic trips and vacations, great promotions with Sandals Resorts, Paul Gaugin Cruises, Holland America Cruises and Funjet Vacations. And what about that sporting event you've dreamed of taking, like the summer games in Rio 2016, and 2015 Super Bowl in Arizona. Included in this episode as with all are travel news and travel trends. So join us as we help you locate your next adventure!
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line representative will be on to discuss new ships, new itineraries, new renovations, and why Royal Caribbean-Quantum of the Sea Holland America Cruise Line representative will also be on to discuss the Holland America difference and specifically Alaska. Amazing Jamaica is the destination of the week Reggae Sumfest Montego Bay Jamaica and the activities of this great event will be discussed Austin Reggae Festival recap Winner of the roundtrip tickets to Montego Bay Jamaica and Funjets giveaway Discount code for travel to Jamaica this summer from Funjet Vacations Mass cruising versus small ship cruising. River Cruising is the hot new trend Announcement of the next ship inspecation out of Galveston, join us on this fun expedition. Travel Tips by Shellda Travel personalities-what travel personality are you? How this determines the destinations you'll like best. What are the best deals when shopping while cruising? We'll discuss the best buys! Questions of the day:How did you make the decision to cruise for the first time? If you've never cruised what is holding you back? And much more!
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line representative will be on to discuss new ships, new itineraries, new renovations, and why Royal Caribbean-Quantum of the SeaHolland America Cruise Line representative will also be on to discuss the Holland America difference and specifically Alaska.Amazing Jamaica is the destination of the weekReggae Sumfest Montego Bay Jamaica and the activities of this great event will be discussedAustin Reggae Festival recapWinner of the roundtrip tickets to Montego Bay Jamaica and Funjets giveawayDiscount code for travel to Jamaica this summer from Funjet VacationsMass cruising versus small ship cruising.River Cruising is the hot new trendAnnouncement of the next ship inspecation out of Galveston, join us on this fun expedition.Travel Tips by ShelldaTravel personalities-what travel personality are you? How this determines the destinations you'll like best.What are the best deals when shopping while cruising? We'll discuss the best buys!Questions of the day:How did you make the decision to cruise for the first time? If you've never cruised what is holding you back?And much more!
Duncan host of It's Travel Time with Karen and owner of Peeks Cruises & Tours discusses: Travel Trends local and international destinations highlights, where to go this summer-ArubaTravel Pick of the Week-Soul Beach Music Festival May 21-26, ArubaLobster CruiseSurprise Special Guest to discuss an upcoming event or new attraction-Kim Riddle of Aruba Tourism AuthorityUpcoming Group Trips-Group trips to different destinations that listeners can be a part of.Jamaica, Southern Caribbean Cruise, Jazz Cruise, Cozumel, etc.Vacation agents Top Domestic and International Destinations Picks for 2014-Activities, amenities, and culture.Upcoming Festivals -Austin Reggae Festival, drawing to win two tickets to Jamaica compliments of Funjet Vacations and Peeks Cruises & Tours.What's your travel personality-How to determine the best vacation picks for your personality. Knowing your personality will help you make the right decision.Travel Question of the week: How do you decide where to go?Travel News-what's happening in the world of travelTravel agent tips: Group pricing!Karen will take calls from listeners on different questions related to vacation planning.
Duncan host of It's Travel Time with Karen and owner of Peeks Cruises & Tours discusses: Travel Trends local and international destinations highlights, where to go this summer-Aruba Travel Pick of the Week-Soul Beach Music Festival May 21-26, Aruba Lobster Cruise Surprise Special Guest to discuss an upcoming event or new attraction-Kim Riddle of Aruba Tourism Authority Upcoming Group Trips-Group trips to different destinations that listeners can be a part of.Jamaica, Southern Caribbean Cruise, Jazz Cruise, Cozumel, etc. Vacation agents Top Domestic and International Destinations Picks for 2014-Activities, amenities, and culture. Upcoming Festivals -Austin Reggae Festival, drawing to win two tickets to Jamaica compliments of Funjet Vacations and Peeks Cruises & Tours. What's your travel personality-How to determine the best vacation picks for your personality. Knowing your personality will help you make the right decision. Travel Question of the week: How do you decide where to go? Travel News-what's happening in the world of travel Travel agent tips: Group pricing! Karen will take calls from listeners on different questions related to vacation planning.