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What makes a trip truly unforgettable? Celebrations! Whether it's a honeymoon, anniversary, or a milestone birthday, these moments deserve more than a standard itinerary. Jim Augerinos (also known as Mr. Honeymoon) has built a reputation for crafting extraordinary, personalized experiences. In this episode, he shares the secrets behind making clients feel special - through thoughtful details, deep understanding of their vision, and surprise touches that turn a trip into a cherished memory. From personal touches to unforgettable surprises, learn how to enhance your client's celebrations and create trips that leave a lasting impact! About Jim Augerinos: Jim, also known as Mr. Honeymoon, grew up in the travel business—his family founded their agency in 1989—and he has been exploring the world ever since. Having personally visited 70 countries (and counting), he specializes in planning unforgettable honeymoons, babymoons, anniversary trips, and multi-generational getaways. His work has been featured in The Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Martha Stewart Weddings, Washingtonian Magazine, and Travel Weekly, and he has appeared on the cover of Luxury Travel Advisor. He is also a proud Travel + Leisure A-List advisor. Whether designing a luxe beach escape or a deep cultural adventure, Jim brings firsthand experience, global connections, and a personal touch to every trip he curates. perfecthoneymoons.com Today we will cover: (02:15) Jim's unique journey in the travel industry; becoming Mr. Honeymoon (10:35) Listening and understanding clients; building personal connections (19:20) Trends in honeymoon planning (27:00) The value of charging fees (32:10) Special touches that elevate the honeymoon experience (33:55) Challenging client assumptions (38:45) Creating special in-destination experiences (51:50) Personalized gifts and final touches JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY An interactive membership for travel advisors wanting the community, education, & support to grow their business. VISIT THE TEMPLATE SHOP Create an enjoyable booking experience for every one of your travel clients. EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS Self-paced style courses for the modern travel advisor. _____ FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tiquehq CHECK OUT OUR SERVICES & PROGRAMS: tiquehq.com
Prepare to be inspired as Katy Rey welcomes the phenomenal Courtnie Nichols to Not a Great Whisperer. Courtnie isn't just making waves in the travel industry; she's creating a whole new ocean. As a Business Strategist, Luxury Travel Advisor, and the powerhouse founder of The Biz Huddle, Courtnie has made it her mission to equip […]
Get ready fam. We've got another incredible Wordfetti Club case study episode for you today. Meet Lloyd, Luxury Travel Advisor who is on the mission to do things a lil (a lot) differently. As one of our OG Club members from the very beginning, I'm thrilled to bring Lloyd in for this fireside chat where we dive into: Disrupting an outdated industry and how Lloyd is using content, education and embracing his unique quirk to do things differently; How Lloyd found his rhythm in creating content (after feeling like he hit a brick wall for so long); The fears Lloyd had in showing up, and incredible results he has seen since he started to do videos and in speaking his truth __ Want to join us in the Wordfetti Club too?! Join us here for just $49 per month or $490 for the entire year: www.wordfettigroup.com/theclub
In this episode, Luxury Travel Advisor, Becky Lukovic joins us to explore the rising trends of women traveling together and the unique dynamics of women-led travel groups. Becky shares her insights on how women are shaping the travel industry, from popular destinations to preferred travel styles.We also dive into strategies for women who own travel businesses to build a strong sense of community and ensure their business thrives. Tune in for an empowering discussion on women in travel!Show Notes:Visit Becky's Agency Site: Bella TravelFind Becky on Instagram, Facebook, & LinkedinStart a free trial of Travefy at https://info.travefy.com/get_startedRecorded on June 4, 2024
When faced with monumental business decisions, how can leaders navigate the intricate balance between personal fulfillment and professional success? Lindsey Epperly is the CEO of Jetset World Travel, which she has scaled from a one-person operation into a team of over 80 dedicated members, recently recognized on the Inc. 5000 List of fastest-growing companies. She has been named to the Forbes Next 1000 List and was most inspired by navigating her industry's greatest crisis while expecting her first child, a season she affectionately refers to as the “MBA I never wanted.” Lindsey is dedicated to fighting burnout and imposter syndrome while teaching others how to turn obstacles into opportunities on her podcast, Who Made You The Boss? In this episode of the Crown Yourself podcast, host Kimberly Spencer interviews Lindsey Epperly, CEO of Jetset World Travel. Lindsey shares her journey of navigating the travel industry during the global pandemic, scaling her business, and the personal challenges she faced, including balancing motherhood and leadership. She discusses the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship, the importance of intentional leadership, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture. Lindsey also highlights her significant achievements, such as landing on the cover of Luxury Travel Advisor and making the Inc 5000 list, and emphasizes the value of diverse perspectives and personal growth. What you will learn from this episode… Challenges and transformations faced by Lindsey Epperly as a leader in the travel industry during the global pandemic Emotional and personal decisions made by Lindsey, including balancing business and personal life Lindsey's struggles as a leader, feelings of burnout, and the need to let go of control to grow Influence of Lindsey's parents, who were entrepreneurs, on her approach to business Importance of understanding one's calling and empowering individuals on the team Impact of societal conditioning on gender roles and the need to celebrate and honor the superpowers of both men and women Fostering a culture of collaboration over competition within the workplace Lindsey's journey in the travel industry and the shift to a service-based model in her agency Importance of embracing diverse opinions and backgrounds within the company Lindsey's pivotal moments in her business journey and her commitment to personal and professional growth Enjoy, sovereigns! Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast listening platform. You can also watch the episode on Youtube. Moments of Note: Navigating the Pandemic (00:00:00) The impact of the pandemic on the travel industry and the challenges faced by leaders in the midst of global crisis. Scaling a Travel Agency (00:02:28) The seemingly crazy decision to scale a travel agency during a pandemic and the support system required to achieve such growth. Leadership Challenges (00:04:15) The personal and business decisions faced by a leader during a crisis, including the impact on family and the business. Emotional Struggles (00:07:36) The emotional toll faced by a leader during challenging times and the struggle with burnout and control. Motherhood and Leadership (00:10:35) The transformational impact of motherhood on leadership and the shift from being a martyr to being a model. Lessons from Previous Generations (00:14:10) The influence of parental role models on entrepreneurship and the need to break free from generational thinking in business. Identity and Business (00:16:35) The co-dependency between personal identity and business success, and the need to establish a healthy dynamic with the business. Lessons Learned (00:18:43) The growth and maturity gained through the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the distinction between capability and calling. Leadership and Entrepreneurship (00:19:01) Discussion about leadership, entrepreneurship, and the importance of identifying one's calling. Business Maturation (00:20:11) Comparison of business growth to raising a child and the challenges of letting go of one's creative projects. Gender Differences in Business and Creativity (00:21:43) Exploring the differences in approaching business and creativity between men and women. Visionary-Integrator Dynamic (00:23:45) Discussion on the visionary-integrator dynamic between the speaker and her husband in both personal and business settings. Travel Agency Experience (00:25:22) The speaker's experience of traveling while building her travel agency business. Service-Based Mentality (00:26:45) Transitioning to a service-based model and the importance of separating self-worth from the service provided. Personal and Professional Development (00:28:31) Comparison of personal development in entrepreneurship and parenthood. Female Relationships and Leadership (00:30:03) Importance of women celebrating and supporting each other, and healing the sisterhood wound. Fostering a Collaborative Culture (00:33:01) Intentional creation of a collaborative and supportive culture in the workplace. Challenges of Leadership (00:34:40) Reflecting on moments of silence and missed opportunities in leadership. Hiring and Diversity (00:37:03) Recognizing the initial mistake of seeking miniature versions of oneself and the importance of diversity in leadership and managerial roles. Hiring for Diversity (00:37:28) Lindsey discusses the importance of diverse opinions and backgrounds in creating a positive culture within the company. Leadership vs. Management (00:38:18) Lindsey talks about her transition from managing people to empowering them, and the strategy behind filling specific roles in the company. Letting Go of Control (00:39:17) Lindsey discusses the ongoing process of letting go of control and the concept of "monsters that save us" in relation to personal and business growth. Empowering Others (00:41:06) Lindsey shares her insights on empowering her team and moving towards her own calling, emphasizing the importance of leadership and empowering others. Zone of Excellence vs. Zone of Genius (00:41:57) The discussion revolves around identifying activities that were excelled at but were not aligned with Lindsey's zone of genius, particularly in the context of her entrepreneurial journey. Navigating Anxiety (00:44:17) Lindsey talks about her realization that anxiety is not necessary for ambition and how she listens to her gut to navigate through anxiety-inducing situations. Balancing Roles (00:46:50) Lindsey discusses the challenges and strategies for switching hats between being a mother, a leader, and a creative, emphasizing open communication and understanding personal needs. Support Network (00:48:55) The conversation delves into the support network within the business and at home, highlighting the importance of having a supportive partner and childcare. Zone of Genius as a Mom and at Work (00:51:26) Lindsey shares her experiences in embracing play as a mom and her zone of genius in nurturing and teaching, as well as her passion for motivating and inspiring in her work. Lessons and Reflections (00:54:01) Lindsey shares a heartwarming lesson from her daughter about handling trolls, highlighting the beauty of motherhood and the moments that move her. These are the timestamps covered in the podcast episode transcription segment. Setting and achieving business goals (00:55:39) Lindsey discusses exceeding her business goals, including landing on the cover of a prestigious magazine and making the Inc 5000 list. Amplifying the company's vision (00:56:16) Lindsey talks about setting the goal to amplify the company, getting out of the industry's echo chamber, and sharing the Jetset story. Favorite female character and morning routine (00:58:01) Lindsey discusses her favorite female character and shares her morning routine with two little girls. Evening routine and current reading (00:59:39) Lindsey talks about her evening routine with kids and shares the book she is currently reading. Defining queendom and self-reflection (01:00:41) Lindsey defines her queendom and talks about the importance of self-evaluation and self-growth. Connecting with Lindsey (01:01:21) Lindsey shares how to connect with her through her podcast, travel company, and personal social media accounts. Mentions + Additional Resources: "Untamed by Glennon Doyle": "00:11:36" "Who Made You The Boss?": "00:12:53" "Founder's Dilemma": "00:18:25" "Project Slimfast": "00:08:14" "Jetset World Travel": "00:00:00" "Crown Yourself Podcast": "00:01:23" "Bob Goff": "00:00:00" "Up Early Travel": "00:03:41" "Michaelides' Book "All In: How Obsessive Leaders Achieve the Extraordinary"": "00:19:51" "Elizabeth Gilbert's Quote on Marie Forleo": "00:20:57" "Prophet First by Mike Berkowitz": "00:20:57" "Theresa's Podcast Launch Party": "00:30:26" "Silence Breeds Insecurity Quote by Jeremy": "00:34:40" "Book Mentioned: "The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership"": "00:41:57" "Book Mentioned: The speaker's upcoming book": "00:40:41" "Acton Children's Business Fair": "00:54:49" "Podcast Role Lesson": "00:53:04" "Teresa's Podcast": "00:41:57" "The speaker's Instagram Stories": "00:52:58" "The speaker's Podcast": "00:52:58" "The speaker's Writing": "00:52:58" "The speaker's Sales Role": "00:42:50" "The speaker's Business Coaching and Advice": "00:39:13" "The speaker's Leadership Role": "00:40:37" "The speaker's Business": "00:39:13" "The speaker's Independent Contractors": "00:38:18" "The speaker's Team Building Strategy": "00:38:18" "Luxury Travel Advisor Magazine": "00:55:39" "Forbes": "00:55:39" "Inc 5000 list": "00:56:16" "Glennon Doyle's book "Untamed"": "00:58:31" "Peloton": "00:59:19" "The Setback Cycle by Amy Lowenthal": "01:00:17" "Who Made You the Boss podcast": "01:01:27" "Jetset World Travel website": "01:01:54" "Lindsey Appley's Instagram and LinkedIn": "01:01:54" "Crown Yourself Now": "01:02:16" Connect with Lindsey Epperly WEBSITE: https://www.lindseyepperly.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jetsetworldtrvl INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lindseyepperly/ LINKED IN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseyepperly/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@WhoMadeYouTheBoss.Podcast APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-made-you-the-boss/id1719538527 Transcript: For a full episode transcript, it can be found here. 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Hey friends! Welcome to Girls' Night! I'm so excited about today's episode. Today we're talking about How to make your travel dreams a reality. I'm excited about this episode because if you're anything like me, you want to travel and explore new places, but there's a few things that tend to hold you back. First, traveling is expensive. You really want to make travel a priority, but between plane tickets, lodging costs, and other travel expenses, it gets to be a lot. Two, you don't know who to travel with. Maybe you're single and not sure if you want to travel solo or you're married but it seems like none of your friends are able to travel. If you've ever felt this way, you're not alone, but today's guest is going to help us! Our guest for today's episode is my new friend, Whitney Haldeman. Whitney is a Luxury Travel Advisor and Founder of Blonde Atlas, a luxury boutique travel company that provides planning services for individual clients, as well as group tours for women called Atlas Adventures. She is passionate about connecting like-minded women who have a shared love for travel. In this episode, she's helping us figure out how to incorporate travel into our lives no matter our budget or whether or not we have someone to go with. One of my favorite tips she shares is splitting time between budget friendly lodging and luxury lodging — more about that in the episode! If you have the itch to explore and want to make your travel dreams a reality, this episode is for you! Okay, let's hop into my conversation with Whitney! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Becky is the Founder of Bella Travel which provides discriminating travelers unique, custom itineraries curated with their interests, priorities, and personalities in mind. She develops relationships with the best connections worldwide in order to best serve her travelers. Becky is also the Founder of Ciao Bella! Travel Club for Women. This group of women is about creating a sense of community and learning and living local culture all over the world. The purpose of her Women's Travel Club is to have local events for ladies to get to know each other and to offer small group trips to women to visit a new destination, or to engage in a familiar destination in a new way. She strives for her trips to offer travelers fun, learn something new, and have some great laughs while doing it. Becky is a coach and has been featured in Travel Pulse, Agent at Home Magazine, Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, and other industry and consumer travel articles as an expert in her field. For more information, visit bellatravelplanning.com.
In this insightful episode of The Retreat Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Courtnie Nichols, a Luxury Travel Advisor and Business Strategist renowned for disrupting the travel industry. Courtnie shares her expert strategies for marketing retreats without relying on social media. Delve into the world of SEO, evergreen content, blogging, and other effective marketing techniques that can elevate your retreat's visibility and attract more attendees. Key Discussion Points: 1. Introduction to Courtnie Nichols: - Overview of Courtnie's background as a Luxury Travel Advisor and her influence as a Business Strategist and industry disrupter. - Discussion on her approach to innovative marketing strategies in the travel sector. 2. The Role of SEO in Retreat Marketing: - Courtnie explains how optimizing your retreat website and content for search engines can significantly increase organic reach and attract more targeted traffic. - Tips on keyword and SEO best practices tailored specifically for retreat leaders. 3. Leveraging Evergreen Content: - The importance of creating timeless content that continues to attract and engage potential retreat attendees over time. - Strategies for identifying topics that resonate with your target audience and maintaining relevance in your niche. 4. Blogging as a Marketing Tool: - How to use blogging effectively to share valuable information, establish authority, and build trust with potential attendees. - Insights on integrating SEO techniques into your blog posts to maximize visibility and engagement. 5. Additional Marketing Strategies: - Courtnie shares other non-social media marketing avenues such as partnerships, email marketing, and guest posting on relevant platforms. - Discussion on the integration of these strategies to create a comprehensive marketing plan that enhances retreat enrollment. More info on Courtnie Nichols: https://www.courtnienichols.com/about The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats The Retreat Ranch Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to subscribe for more insightful episodes, and visit our website for additional resources. Let's create a vibrant retreat community together! Subscribe: Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Spotify Connect with Shannon Jamail: Visit The Retreat Leaders Podcast Visit Retreat Ranch Facebook Mind & Body Complete
Joanne Socha is a lawyer who left her successful practice to become a luxury travel advisor, after recognizing that she had her own sorrows to heal, and that travel could facilitate her healing journey. Joanne is the founder of Travel Far & Well LLC, a boutique luxury travel design firm. A world-class traveler, she is also a speaker, coach and the author of the book/journal, The Red Bandanna Travel Book: The Medicine of Travel. Also known as Your Wanderess Host®, her mission is to energize women to expand their borders and fall more deeply in love with our world, while strengthening their spirituality. She helps her clients determine what they might leave behind when they travel and move toward solutions they might find in the stillness and quietude they experience when seeing new parts of the world. Joanne designs trips from her luxe boutique travel firm, mentors people (ten years of counseling clients as an attorney enabled her to swiftly recognize issues and assist in finding viable solutions) to remove obstacles and embrace their success, and shares about her pillar program called Expand Your Borders. She encourages her clients to "leave their troubles at the tarmac and be open to the gifts that await" when one travels to a new place. She is offering listeners $200 off this popular foundational program designed as a pre-trip inner journey to change. See https://courses.joannesocha.com/CreateYourBestFuture:TravelBackToYourHeart for details. Listeners may sign up on her website for bi-weekly exclusive travel insights and inspiration from Joanne, Your Wanderess Host®. Joanne's overall message is about healing travel and deepening spirituality through travel. Learn more: www.joannesocha.com www.travelfarandwell.com Follow her on social media: https://www.instagram.com/travelwelljo/https://www.facebook.com/travelwelljo/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maria-leonard-olsen/support
Ever wondered what goes into planning FAM trips? These familiarization trips allow travel advisors to experience destinations firsthand, build relationships with suppliers, and gain valuable knowledge to better serve their clients. However, the planning and execution of a FAM is often underestimated, and there are certain do's and don'ts that advisors should be aware of to ensure a successful experience. In this episode, Tara D'Agostino & Jamie Jackson of WanderLuxe Destinations discuss the labor-intensive process of planning and executing FAMs, the importance of building relationships with partners, and the expectations and etiquette for advisors attending the FAMs. Tara and Jamie share insights on how they select advisors for each trip, the costs involved, and the significance of respect and engagement during site visits. About Tara D'Agostino: Tara, Owner and Managing Director of WanderLuxe Destinations, began her professional career in luxury travel after deciding to transition from the non-profit world where Tara worked for the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, liaising between Seton Hall University and the State of NJ. While travel has always been Tara's passion, she came to a crossroads where she decided to transition her passion into a career and became a Luxury Travel Advisor with Travelong of Summit in Summit, NJ. As she quickly adapted to the business and her client base grew, Tara was offered a Sales Manager position with Wegner Associates, and began juggling both sides of the trade until fully immersing herself into representation; something she quickly fell in love with! Wendy Wegner and Tara began discussing the succession and future of Wegner Associates, and in March of 2019, Tara acquired ownership, rebranded the company and launched WanderLuxe Destinations on July 1st of 2019. About Jamie Jackson: Jamie was born and raised in Bucks County, PA (a suburb of Philadelphia), but knew she would end up in the South. She earned her BA from Elon University in North Carolina where she spent a winter term in Greece and semester abroad in London. Jamie and her husband spent 6 years in Palm Beach County, FL before settling in Charleston, SC where they reside with their two boys. Jamie has a passion for enhancing relationships between advisors, suppliers, and consortia to strategically improve and grow the business for all parties through education and resource development. She believes that travel enables collaboration, innovation, education, and celebration. wanderluxedestinations.com hi@wanderluxedestinations.com Today we will cover: (03:00) The background of Wanderlux Destinations (11:05) Advice for new advisors investing in FAMs (13:05) Planning and coordination of FAMs (15:35) Factors considered when selecting advisors (20:25) Setting expectations and FAM code of conduct (25:15) Labor costs and expenses associated with organizing FAM trips (26:35) Showing respect and being professional (34:20) The high energy spend and empathy required (40:50) The financial investment and costs involved (44:00) The impact of cancellations and non-refundable fees (45:05) Additional cost of tipping and how to financially prepare for a FAM (49:05) Do's and don'ts of site visits (53:25) Supplier's perspective on the cost and investment of hosting FAM trips Listen to Episode 3 - Preparing To Go OOO? Do These Things First THE NICHE COMMUNITY: tiquehq.com/niche Join Niche - An interactive community membership for travel advisors wanting to grow their business! SEMI CUSTOM BRAND KITS: tiquehq.com/semi-custom-brands Browse our collection of pre-designed brand kits that are customized to your brand's unique personality by our talented Creative Director! _____ JOIN OUR NICHE COMMUNITY: https://www.tiquehq.com/join-niche FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tiquehq/ CHECK OUT OUR SERVICES & PROGRAMS: https://www.tiquehq.com/
In this episode, we chat with Stuart Marra, Founder and Luxury Travel Advisor of The Opulent Explorer. Like many advisors, Stuart entered the industry fueled by his love for adventure and exploration. He shares his path to success growing his travel business, highlighting The Opulent Explorer team's one-of-a-kind services, such as a tailored travel planning workflow, how he's how he's incorporated his love for photography into his business, and so much more!Show Notes:Subscribe to Stuart's Linkedin NewsletterVisit The Opulent Explorer WebsiteView full podcast episode information and notesStart a free trial of Travefy at https://info.travefy.com/get_startedRecorded on October 30, 2023
Tune in on Monday, 10/16/23, for a new episode of The Doctor Whisperer Show featuring featuring one of my personal heroes in business—the King of Hospitality, CoFounder of The Ritz Carlton, and Author, Horst Schulze. Buy his book here: https://a.co/d/6V0nbFE ▪︎ ▪︎ ▪︎ A︎BOUT OUR GUEST: A legend and leader in the hotel world, Horst Schulze's teachings and vision have reshaped the concepts of service and hospitality across industries. Mr. Schulze's professional life began more than 65 years ago as a server's assistant in a German resort town. Throughout the years he worked for both Hilton Hotels and Hyatt Hotels Corporation before becoming one of the founding members of The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company in 1983. There Mr. Schulze created the operating and service standards that have become world famous. During his tenure at The Ritz Carlton, Mr. Schulze served as President and COO responsible for the $2 billion operations worldwide. It was under his leadership that The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company became the first service-based company to be awarded the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award — twice. In 1991, Mr. Schulze was recognized as "corporate hotelier of the world" by HOTELS magazine. In 1995, he was awarded the Ishikawa Medal for his personal contributions to the quality movement. In 1999, Johnson & Wales University gave him an honorary Doctor of Business Administration degree in Hospitality Management. Most recently, Mr. Schulze has been honored as a “Leader in Luxury” by Travel Agent magazine and its sister publication Luxury Travel Advisor. After leaving The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, Mr. Schulze went on to found The Capella Hotel Group. This luxury hotel company managed some of the most elite properties worldwide, and gave Mr. Schulze the opportunity to further define the luxury hotel industry, receiving countless awards and recognitions. Today, Mr. Schulze serves on various boards and acts as a consultant across industries. He recently completed his seminal book on creating excellence. horstschulze.com ▪︎ ▪︎ ▪︎ Thank you to our sponsor, SRA 831b Admin, for supporting the show! Click here to learn more: http://831b.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thedoctorwhisperer/message
Today's podcast guest is Alexi Khajavi, President of Hospitality & Travel for Questex, LLC, a global business intelligence company that informs and connects buyers and sellers across hospitality, travel, healthcare, wellness, and technology. We discuss: -How everybody is accountable to someone -His adventurous nature, study of anthropology, and passion for travel -That leadership is about how you live your life and how you make decisions -The people you surround yourself with, regardless of their title, is critically important for your success -His belief in the importance of conversing directly, openly, and often with customers. "Pick up the phone, hop on a plane". -The trend of companies using external events for internal culture building More about Alexi: He is responsible for the overall management and development of the company's global hospitality and travel communications properties and events including notable flagship assets like the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) Summit Series, The Bar & Restaurant Expo, Ultra Travel Summit, Luxury Travel Advisor, Hospitality Insights, HOTEC and the Destination Develop investment promotion arm. Khajavi, who brings more than 20 years of travel, technology, hospitality, media and aviation experience to his position, joined Questex in 2014 as head of Hospitality and Hotel Investment. Prior to joining Questex, Khajavi was senior vice president, global strategy, for MercuryCSC, a creative agency specializing in the travel industry where he helped design global marketing campaigns for hotel companies, tourism boards and active lifestyle brands. Prior to MercuryCSC, he was one of the founding team members of the travel consortium Nature Group based in Costa Rica and helped lead the airline and hospitality portfolio to be awarded the fastest growing travel company in Central America between 2003 and 2010 and the world's first carbon neutral airline in 2005. Khajavi has been a board member and advisor to a number of non-profits and tech companies including the Center for Responsible Travel at Stanford University, The Center for Health and the Global Environment at the Harvard School of Public Health, Sustainable Travel International and KERBspace an early stage startup in the revolutionizing the electric vehicle charging stations for the built environment. Khajavi holds a B.A from the University of California Santa Cruz, graduating Magna Cum Laude, with distinction and honors.
In this episode, host Nesha Pai engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ashley Theis, renowned as The Constant Wayfarer. Their conversation dives into Ashley's remarkable journey as a travel concierge and the hurdles she overcame while building her own enterprise. Unveiling the misconceptions surrounding travel agents, Ashley explains the invaluable contributions they make to the happiness of their clientele. Ashley's journey testifies to the strength of pursuing passion and embracing risks. After working in various jobs, she courageously pursued her dream of becoming a travel advisor. The genesis of her agency, The Constant Wayfarer, was met with skepticism, yet her unwavering commitment to curating exceptional travel experiences for clients triumphed. What elevates Ashley as a travel concierge is her methodology and meticulous attention to detail. Every client's wants and needs are understood, from travel predilections to bucket-list aspirations. Leveraging an extensive network of travel partners and local liaisons, Ashley ensures each journey is tailored to the individual. From itinerary curation to seamless bookings, she unburdens clients from the hassles of travel logistics, allowing them to enjoy every moment of their well-earned vacations. Ashley's story only reiterates that success is measured not solely by conventional metrics, but by the impact on others and the gratification of pursuing your dreams. Quotes: “And I'm very thankful that I have parents who are also small business owners. My dad's been a photographer for, gosh, 50 years or whatever. And he was like, the worst thing that could happen is it fails. And if it fails, you'll survive and you'll figure something else out. And you'll do that. But it never hurts to try.” (4:25 | Ashley) “I'm very thankful that I had the privilege to have a family to fall back on to be in their house for much longer than I intended. And when the middle of 2020 hit, and the full time job decided that they needed to essentially lay people off, I took that as my opportunity to leave and actually, like, basically volunteered myself to do that. So emotionally, it was absolutely the most stressful time I've ever been in. But I'm so so grateful for it. Because if it hadn't happened the way it was,, I don't know if I would have been able to be full time at that point.” (09:28| Ashley) “And just having that on the ground experience is super important. And then it helps in the sense of once I actually am sending clients, I can be like, this is where I stayed. You will love it for X, Y, Z reasons. Make sure you talk to this concierge. She's the best. Like those kinds of notes are always invaluable for my clients. And I think some of my clients come to me because they don't have the time. Some come to me because it's a destination that they're just maybe intimidated by. And some come to me because they want access to the local partners we use and the hotels that we partner with to give them VIP amenities.” (23:50 | Ashley) “I didn't want to sit and wait around to explore the world until I had a partner to do so. I wanted to capitalize on the time I had in my singlehood to explore and see all the things I could.” (26:29 | Ashley) Connect with Ashley Theis: Website | https://theconstantwayfarer.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theconstantwayfarer/ Connect with Nesha: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/neshapai/ Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@neshapai1480/videos Buy a copy of Nesha's book, Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1943070741?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_KEGQ1539QQ5N8Z8XHRNC Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
Julie is the co-founder of Well Defined and a longtime influencer and advocate in the wellness world. Along with her work at Well Defined, she is an executive recruiter and marketing specialist for Hutchinson Consulting. She is also a consultant and content strategist for numerous wellness brands. She is the former editor-in-chief and publisher of American Spa and was named a 2019 Folio Top Woman in Media in the Industry Trailblazers category and a 2018 winner of ISPA's Innovate Award. She is also a seasoned journalist, specializing in spa, travel, health, fitness, wellness, sustainability, and beauty. She has been published in Departures, ForbesTraveler.com, E! Online, Gayot.com, Insider's Guide to Spas, Luxury Travel Advisor, Marin Magazine, Ocean Home, Smart Meetings, Spa Asia, and Travel Agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anne Scully, a famed luxury travel advisor and partner in Embark Beyond, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about why she decided to join her out-the-box luxury host agency as a partner overseeing travel advisor development. Scully also talks about Embark's very first conference at Baha Mar in the Bahamas, which proved to be a very different kind of event compared with more traditional host agency conferences. For more information, visit www.embarkbeyond.com. If interested, the original video of this podcast can be found on the Insider Travel Report Youtube channel or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube.
To be the wolf, you must stay true to what is best for you. And not everyone will get it. When you go after your dream a lot of people will call you crazy. They'll try to drag you down, and they will give you the worst advice. It takes something special to keep going with all the negative Nancys coming at you. Denise Kubica has that something special in spades. Join me and Denise as we discuss what it took for her to become who she was born to be. Connect to Denise here: https://www.mindsettravelagency.com/ https://facebook.com/mindsettravelagency Connect to Genea here: https://geneabarnes.com/ Discover how you can Become Who You Were Born to Be and Attract a Career You LOVE by booking a call with Genea: https://bookacallwithgenea.com/ About Denise Kubica: With an affinity for details, passion for service, and love for travel, I opened Mindset Travel in 2017. It has grown to reflect my individual values as a business: inclusivity, integrity, authenticity, transparency, and service. We're flipping the industry on its head by working for travelers as advocates. As a luxury service, we use our network and expertise to make a good trip an incredible, unforgettable one.
When you embrace your singleness it isn't always an easy thing to do because you can feel unfulfilled on your own. The best piece of advice given is "to live a full single life because once your single days are enjoyable, they will make your married days even more enjoyable." In this weeks episode, Ziggy and Lori set down with Travel Expert and Director Of Philanthropy and Luxury Travel Advisor at Traveluxe Johnna Messam where they shared their experiences going through their season of singleness. Often times "Singleness" look at it from a “lonely” and negative perspective. However, on this episode the discussion looked it from a place of optimism, self-care, self-love, healing and dating; exploring different avenues and dating outside the Turks pool. If you are going through a Season of Singleness, this is an episode that will change your perspective of how you grow through that experience. The show also features a special segment called “Whatchu Know about us? Where the host and guest answer random questions about a bowl. No topic is off the table with Let's Get Candid. Let's Get Candid releases new episodes every Sunday at 3pm eastern. For an opportunity to place an ad on the show and promote with us; please contact LetsGetCandid1@gmail.com SUBSCRIBE TO CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/OpenThought FOLLOW THE LET'S GET CANDID SHOW: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/LETS.GETCANDID FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/OpenThoughtTV SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/2trZXXJZ9R92ZbeMHVv4OO GOOGLE PODCASTS | https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy85MDhiYWRjYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw APPLE PODCASTS | https://podcasts.apple.com/tc/podcast/lets-get-candid-podcast/id1619002609 #LetsGetCandid #CandidConversations #LorenHall #MarryFulford #TurksandCaicosTVShow
This episode is so special! I sit down and speak to one of my youngest followers yet, Damian Carnero. He is in the 9th grade and sometimes we need to take a step back and listen to our youth for a fresh take and perspective of living in this crazy world. His mother, Janel Carnero is a Luxury Travel Advisor with Embark Beyond. Every morning on her way to take Damian to school they listen to Audio Books or Podcasts. So, Damian has listened to several of my podcasts. He told his Mom that I seem like a genuine real person. Not the fake ‘self-help ‘or ‘do as I say not as I do type'. Damian said I sounded like someone who really wants to help others and is always eager to listen and talk about different things. When was the last time you sat down with your kids, niece/nephews, grandkids – whomever of the younger generation and got their perspective on things? They are the future, the ones that are paving the way. Let's nurture them, include them and allow them to spread their wings and fly.
Chris Austin, chief sales officer for Explora Journeys, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about Expora's "By Appointment" program, where hold times are a thing of the past when travel advisors can make phone appointments either for themselves, or "By Appointment Plus," where travel advisors can have their clients join them on the calls. Austin says the program was designed for travel advisors who have never sold cruises before. For more information, visit www.explorajourneys.com/traveladvisors. If interested, the original video of this podcast can be found on the Insider Travel Report Youtube channel or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube.
Excellence wins: an interview with Horst Schultze is a conversation you truly can't afford to miss. We'll unpack how and why excellence wins. Listen as both a business owner and a skilled coach explains how it's not about tasks but tapping into your being and purpose. You'll uncover valuable principles that will enable you to help raise up a powerful culture and absolutely change the world. Cash in: Learn how to define yourself as a person of excellence so you can receive the respect you deserve and serve people well. Understand how your essence, being, and personhood are more important than your doing, so you can rise above the noise of your tasks. Bolster the culture of your business or organization so you can refuel your working environment and create unshakable alignment. About Horst Schulze A legend and leader in the hotel world, Horst Schulze's teachings and vision have reshaped the concepts of service and hospitality across industries. Mr. Schulze's professional life began more than 65 years ago as a server's assistant in a German resort town. Throughout the years he worked for both Hilton Hotels and Hyatt Hotels Corporation before becoming one of the founding members of The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company in 1983. There Mr. Schulze created the operating and service standards that have become world-famous. During his tenure at The Ritz Carlton, Mr. Schulze served as President and COO responsible for the $2 billion operations worldwide. It was under his leadership that The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company was awarded the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award- twice- making it the first and only hotel company to ever win even one. In 1991, Mr. Schulze was recognized as "corporate hotelier of the world" by HOTELS Magazine. In 1995, he was awarded the Ishikawa Medal for his personal contributions to the quality movement. In 1999, Johnson & Wales University gave him an honorary Doctor of Business Administration degree in Hospitality Management. Most recently, Mr. Schulze has been honored as a “Leader in Luxury” by Travel Agent Magazine and its sister publication, Luxury Travel Advisor. After leaving The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, Mr. Schulze went on to found The Capella Hotel Group. This luxury hotel company managed some of the most elite properties worldwide and gave Mr. Schulze the opportunity to further define the luxury hotel industry, receiving countless awards and recognitions. Today, Mr. Schulze serves on various boards and acts as a consultant across industries. He is currently completing his seminal book on creating excellence.
Heidi Marlowe, of White Glove Destinations, is a Luxury Travel Advisor, Hawaii Vacation Specialist, Kauai Master Specialist, CLIA Accredited Cruise Counselor, Disney College of Knowledge Graduate, Certified Orlando Travel Expert and Universal Orlando Resort Specialist. Heidi considers herself truly blessed in her life to be able to step foot in seemingly every corner of the globe —beginning her travels as a young child when her father served our country (US). This ignited her love of travel and experiencing cultures of the world. Her focus is to provide that luxury touch to ensure your vacation is memorable. She offers her personal and professional knowledge and expertise so that you will have the most meaningful and memorable vacation experiences! From picking the perfect resort, planning a special meal, to knowing just the right place to create lasting memories, she will tailor a vacation to your specific needs. Heidi believes that finding the perfect vacation begins with building a relationship with her clients....you are like family to her and she wants to make sure you are well taken care of! Heidi is married and a proud mom of two adult daughters and a soon-to-be grandma! Her favorite books are "The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success and Performance at Work" by Shawn Achor "Strengthsfinder" by Tom Rath You can reach her on her website: www.whiteglovedestinations.com
In this episode of the PaynePoints Podcast, host Sarah Harbuck spoke with Aubree Paige of Vagablonde Travel to discuss what travel looks like in 2022. You may remember Aubree from episode #121, released all the way back in November of 2020! You can follow her on Instagram @all_things_a, or book your next vacation with her though her website aubreepaige.com.All of our social media and info can be found and linked on our website PaynePoints.comFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, & Twitter. Listen & subscribe to our podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube as well as on our website under the podcast tab.
A legend and leader in the hotel world, Horst Schulze's teachings and vision have reshaped the concepts of service and hospitality across industries.Mr. Schulze's professional life began more than 65 years ago as a server's assistant in a German resort town. Throughout the years he worked for both Hilton Hotels and Hyatt Hotels Corporation before becoming one of the founding members of The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company in 1983. There Mr. Schulze created the operating and service standards that have become world famous.During his tenure at The Ritz Carlton, Mr. Schulze served as President and COO responsible for the $2 billion operations worldwide. It was under his leadership that The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company became the first service-based company to be awarded the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award — twice.In 1991, Mr. Schulze was recognized as "corporate hotelier of the world" by HOTELS magazine. In 1995, he was awarded the Ishikawa Medal for his personal contributions to the quality movement. In 1999, Johnson & Wales University gave him an honorary Doctor of Business Administration degree in Hospitality Management.Most recently, Mr. Schulze has been honored as a “Leader in Luxury” by Travel Agent magazine and its sister publication Luxury Travel Advisor.After leaving The Ritz Carlton Hotel Company, Mr. Schulze went on to found The Capella Hotel Group. This luxury hotel company managed some of the most elite properties worldwide, and gave Mr. Schulze the opportunity to further define the luxury hotel industry, receiving countless awards and recognitions.Today, Mr. Schulze serves on various boards and acts as a consultant across industries. He recently completed his seminal book on creating excellence.Connect with Horst Schulze: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thehorstschulze/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheHorstSchulze/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/horstschulze/Twitter - https://twitter.com/horstschulzeWebsite - https://horstschulze.com/Follow The Story Box on Social MediaINSTAGRAM ► - https://www.instagram.com/thestoryboxpodcast/ TWITTER ► - https://twitter.com/jay_fantom FACEBOOK ► - https://www.facebook.com/thestoryboxpodcast WEBSITE ► - https://thestoryboxpodcast.com/SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE! Apple Podcast ► - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-story-box/id1486295252 Spotify ► - https://open.spotify.com/show/7h8Qv3r2ZV29f7ktJOwmgM?si=FXxYC1JFSHesBv7_d1WtNQ WATCH HERE:YouTube ► - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheStoryBox If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe to YouTube & Apple Podcasts, and leave a 5-star positive rating and review over on Apple Podcasts. Share it around with your friends and family.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thestorybox. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
“The pandemic forced people to take a closer look at what they really want to do and many of us want to explore.” -KevinBrigid & Elizabeth talk with luxury travel agent Kevin Doheny about getting back out there after COVID, vacationing like you're on MTV Cribs, and why luxury travel is really about having time to focus on your family instead of managing logistics. Also….helicopters and submarines in Antarctica.Kevin resides in Chicago and is the Luxury Travel Advisor and Program Director for Cerulean World Travel. He helps people make their vacation dreams come true and shares priceless luxury travel tips and trends! He also gets to test out the most luxurious and exotic vacation destinations. We TOTALLY aren't jealous…not at all.Fun fact: Kevin Doheny is one of Brigid & Elizabeth's many cousins!
Today on The TAP (Travel Agent Podcast), We look back at the Thomas Carpenter episode where we talked about out-of-the-box marketing strategies, building relationships, and quitting his stupid day job on year three. To learn more go to Join our...
Scott Heinila sat down with Joni Wu and talked about all things travel. Joni is a Luxury Travel Advisor with Luxe Travel, A FROSCH Company, helping people plan their dream vacations all around the world. Joni gives some insight as to why using a Travel Advisor will help you optimize your time and have a much more memorable experience. Scott and Joni talk about travel during COVID and a few ideas for the not-so-typical vacation. This episode will make you want to plan your next vacation!Connect with Scott on LinkedInConnect with Joni on LinkedIn Follow Joni on InstagramTravel Sense | Joni WuFor more on Luxe Travel click hereFor more on The Optimized Advisor Podcast click here Follow us on LinkedInFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook**This is the Optimized Advisor Podcast, where we focus on optimizing the wellbeing and best practices of insurance and financial professionals. Our objective is to help you optimize your life, optimize your profession, and learn from other optimized advisors. If you have questions or would like to be a featured guest, email us at optimizedadvisor@mailpcwest.com
My guest today is fellow Travel Advisor Kevin Lowe. We get down and talk about overcoming adversities in life, diversity & inclusion in the travel industry, and his journey to becoming a Travel Agent in 2013. About Kevin: Kevin Lowe is the owner of Better Days Travel and creator of the newly launched podcast, The Lowe Down on Life and Travel. He considers himself to be any other 30-something still trying to find his place in the world while at the same time hoping to make a difference along the way. Where Kevin's story differs though, is the fact that he's actually completely blind. To connect with Kevin visit: www.BetterDaysTravel.com #DoItScared
Mandy McKaskle is the Founder and Luxury Travel Advisor of Creosote Journeys, a full-service luxury travel company that creates thoughtfully designed experiences for families, solo travelers, and busy professionals. As a client expert with a passion for discovery, Mandy takes time to understand her clients in order to deliver transformative journeys that go beyond a destination. Over the past 20 years, Mandy has held various sales roles in the luxury travel and hospitality industry. Prior to founding Creosote Journeys, Mandy was the Director of Sales at Canyon Ranch and the Associate Director of Sales at Park Hyatt. In this episode… When Mandy McKaskle lost her brother, she was devastated. In her grief, she decided to travel to Mexico—and this experience not only changed her life, but saved her life as well. Mandy learned the power and value of travel: connecting to other people, getting out of your comfort zone, and staying adaptable. As she says, this experience made her a better leader and helped her grow to new heights. The same takeaways apply to the business world. According to Mandy, good business leaders must know how to create positive relationships with their teams, deal with uncomfortable situations, and adapt when something does not work out as planned. Above all, they must maintain a positive focus despite any challenges or unexpected situations they may encounter. In this episode of What CEOs Talk About, host Martin Hunter interviews Mandy McKaskle, the Founder and Luxury Travel Advisor of Creosote Journeys, about how travelling can help business leaders create and maintain a positive focus. Tune in as Mandy shares the various ways traveling has saved her life, how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected her travel business, and her tips for avoiding negativity in and out of the workplace.
Richard Nahem is a native New Yorker with a longstanding love for Paris. A trained chef, Richard ran a successful catering and event planning company for over twenty years in New York City, working with celebrities including Sarah Jessica Parker, Whitney Houston, and Joan Rivers. After a teenage trip to Paris made him an instant Francophile, he visited the city frequently until making it his home in 2005.Richard's popular blog, eyepreferparis.com, features beautiful photos and insightful weekly posts on art, fashion, food, history, restaurants, and all things Parisian. His work has appeared in The Guardian, Passport Magazine, Luxury Travel Advisor, and the National Geographic “Walking Tours of Paris” Guidebook. With 25 years of rave reviews from friends and colleagues, Richard decided to offer private tours of “his” Paris to the public. An animated speaker and savvy insider, Richard provides tailored, adventurous, and exciting tours of Paris for the independent-spirited traveler.For more information, please email r.nahem@gmail.comhttp://www.eyepreferparistours.comhttp://www.ipreferparis.netEtsy shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/EyePreferParis?ref=search_shop_redirectTwitter-http://twitter.com/eyepreferparisFB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eye-Prefer-Paris/149370348123Instagram-http://instagram.com/eyepreferparisYouTube Channel-A Bite of Paris https://bit.ly/2q3XxsgSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/Laviecreative)
Angela Hughes, a veteran travel advisor and owner of Trips & Ships Travel in Orlando, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how she and her luxury agency are meeting the challenges of the travel downturn and getting ready for 2021 and beyond. Hughes details what her agency focuses on, how she has set up a business and social media consulting practice to help other agencies, how she continues to travel, what's selling well for next year and what distinguishes her agency in other ways. For more information on her agency, visit www.tripsandships.com. Insider Travel Report Youtube channel or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube.
This week Alexi Khajavi is joined by Elaine Simon, Senior Managing Editor at Hotel Management, to discuss how robust the construction pipeline is in the US and Europe while Matt Turner, Associate Editor at Luxury Travel Advisor discusses development opportunities and tourism in the Caribbean market with this week's guest, Frank Comito,CEO & Director General at Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association. Alexi & Elaine also take a look at how the hospitality industry as a whole needs to adapt to not just survive but to inspire the next generation of hoteliers.
In this episode we focus on the US market as Alexi Khajavi is joined by Elaine Simon, Senior Managing Editor at Hotel Management, to discuss the latest news in hospitality this week. While Ruthanne Terrero, VP Editorial Director at Luxury Travel Advisor interviewed Justin Koziol, Owner of Bento Living.
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