Podcasts about Tauck

Nick Coward, cruise director on Tauck Savor, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how Tauck stages its Danube River experience in Austria, Slovakia and Germany. Coward reviews the ports, the tours and the experiences Tauck delivers on a modified upper Danube sailing. For more information, visit www.tauck.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.

Shauna Reilly, director of sales and trade marketing for Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report onboard Tauck Savor on a Danube River cruise. Reilly suggests new ways you can better sell a Tauck river cruise, from the accommodations, the dining and (of course) the tours. For more information, visit www.tauck.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.

Steve Spivak, vice president of sales and reservations for Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the ASTA River Cruise Expo about his company's growing roster of river cruise experiences. Spivak showcases new itineraries, new ships and more coming online as he reveals the “Tauck” difference on the rivers of Europe and beyond. For more information, visit www.tauck.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

Our guest this week is Rady Johnson of Westport, CT, a recently retired senior executive at Pfizer and a father of three including one with intellectual disabilities.Rady and his wife, Diane, have been married for 38 years and are the proud parents of three children: Katherine (36), Bridget (30) and Michael (34) who was adopted from Romania as a one year old and who has intellectual disabilities.Despite a wide range of challenges, Michael has lead a pretty remarkable life.  Through organizations like Special Olympics, Best Buddies and church youth groups, Michael has grown and developed.  Remarkably, Michael holds down three jobs; one as an office aid a Tauck, the world-wide travel agency, another on the maintenance crew at a Long Island beach, and a third at Marshall's the department store.  The Johnson family story is a shing example about commitment and the importance of communityall on this episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast.Show LinksPhone – (917) 545-3090Email – Rady.Johnson@outlook.comLinkedIn –  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rady-johnson-0ab46a7/MIRA Usa Guide Dogs For The Blind https://www.mirausa.orgRegister for the 6th Annual SFN Dads Virthual Conference on May 10, 2025: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/TLkN_ViJTTqnaK-M8pHPNA After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.Special Fathers Network -SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 800+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated.  There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations.Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDFCvQimWNEb158ll6Q4cA/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  

Join Ken, the host of RTE-Travel Talk, as he sits down with Larry Jackson of Cruise Holidays of Viera to review Tauck Tours' Best of Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks tour. In this insightful discussion, Larry shares a captivating Tauck story and explains why staying inside the national parks is a game-changer for experiencing these iconic landscapes. They dive into the benefits of small group sizes and expert tour guides, with Larry highlighting the amazing personal experiences and unique "surprises" that set Tauck apart. Discover the pros and cons of visiting in September-October, learn about tour pricing and the importance of booking early, and hear about highlights like the unforgettable ranch stay, the fascinating Buffalo Bill Museum, and abundant wildlife opportunities. Larry also explores Tauck's signature luxury touches and offers tips for choosing a tour, especially if you have physical or medical limitations. Whether you're planning a visit to Yellowstone, Grand Teton, or another breathtaking national park in the U.S. or Canada, this episode provides invaluable insights. Stick around to find out where Larry is headed next and how you can connect with him to book your own dream adventure.

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Jennifer Tombaugh, CEO of Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the company's upcoming 100th anniversary, why it matters to travel advisors and their clients, and all the new tour and cruise products Tauck has in store for the coming year. For more information, visit www.tauck.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

For nearly a century Tauck has invited guests to see the world as never before, to travel the world with exclusive access, authentic local connections, insider knowledge, and unique one of a kind experiences. Continually raising the bar to find new ways to connect you more deeply with the places you explore. Recently Lindsay had … Continue reading Episode 529: Tauck River Cruising →

Comparing Tauck, Uniworld & Viking In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk, host Ken sits down with Beth Schulberg, owner of Cruise & Travel Specialists, to provide an in-depth comparison of three renowned river cruise lines: Tauck, Uniworld, and Viking River Cruises. As an industry expert, Beth offers insights on how to choose the right river cruise based on your travel preferences, whether you're seeking the boutique luxury of Uniworld, the all-inclusive experience of Tauck, or the widely acclaimed itineraries of Viking. They dive into differences in ship size and the impact on guest experience, from amenities and space to onboard ambiance. Beth highlights the luxurious, boutique atmosphere of Uniworld, Tauck's truly all-inclusive model, and Viking's reputation for exceptional value. Together, they cover everything from themed cruises, excursion types, and price comparisons, to tips for solo, family, and group travel. Tune in for practical advice and expert recommendations to help you select the perfect river cruise experience.

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In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk, host Ken sits down with Debra Dickerson, a travel advisor with Cruise and Travel Experts, to provide an in-depth review of Tauck Tours, with a special focus on Debra's recent and extraordinary river cruise experience with Tauck. Debra shares the unique highlights of her journey, including themed days inspired by a Taylor Swift concert and a visit to a Formula 1 race track. She discusses the quality and uniqueness of Tauck's excursions, all of which are included in the tour package, and gives insight into the staterooms and the high value that Tauck offers its guests. The conversation also covers the Tauck Bridges program, designed specifically for families, with details on the children's age range, adult demographics, and the program's accessibility for those with disabilities. Debra also provides her perspective on the price point and value of Tauck Tours, and shares her overall thoughts on the experience. This segment is packed with expert advice and is a must-watch for anyone considering a Tauck tour!

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Embark on a journey through Europe's most enchanting waterways with our podcast, "On Board: The Ultimate Guide to Tauck River Cruising." In this episode, we sit down with David Clark from @tauck, a 99-year-old brand renowned for its exceptional travel experiences. Tauck's fleet of nine purpose-built ships explores Europe's great rivers, from the Rhine and the Danube to the Rhone and the Seine, visiting over 150 destinations by land, small ships, and rivers.

Welcome to this week's show! We are excited to have a great supplier today along with two of our top agents. Tune in to hear their advice on being a successful travel agent. First up we have Steve Spivak, VP of Global Sales and Reservations with Tauck. He talks about their amazing product and what they are doing to leave a positive impact on the destinations they provide.  On our annual Crystal Conference, we announced our top three agents. Today we have two, Emily Bookey and Ashley Julvezan, here to share their journey to success. We hope you learned a lot today and feel inspired to make a positive impact on the travel industry. We won't have a live show next week since we will be educating 30 of our agents at our home office. We will be releasing a podcast about sustainable travel, and you can watch the video on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGzwLXtgxYkBecome 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

Steve Spivak, vice president-global sales and reservations for Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's ASTA River Cruise Expo about what the famed upscale tour operator is offering with its European river cruise fleet. Spivak explains why a Tauck river cruise is different because of the company's tour expertise. For more information, visit www.tauck.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.

Hello viewers! Tune in this week for a discussion on sailing around the world and insight on Autism Acceptance Month. First up we have Guillaume Cameron from Oceania. He is here to talk about their amazing world cruise and what their product has to offer.  Next up we have the president of IBCCES. She sheds light on autism acceptance and gives tips on how to ask the right questions when qualifying your clients. Check out their website to learn more: www.ibcces.org  Be sure to tune in next week while we have an amazing panel of our top agents on along with Tauck. This will be an episode you don't want to miss.Become 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

Join Ken and Kathy in this eye-opening conversation as they explore why a guided tour is far from the conventional bus tour. Uncover the world of travel with RTE-Travel Talk, where every adventure is a journey beyond expectations! Ken sits down with the Real Travel Expert, Kathy Schmauss, of Cruise Holidays of Viera to delve into the world of guided tours, with a focus on the revolutionary offerings from Globus, Tauck, Abercrombie & Kent, CIE Tours, Cosmos and more. "A Guide to Guided Tours: This Isn't Your Mom & Dad's Bus Tour," Kathy shares her insightful perspective on the unique features that set guided tour apart in this new world of travel. Kathy begins by highlighting the hallmark of guided tours – their expertly curated itineraries. She explains how these meticulously planned journeys seamlessly blend iconic attractions with off-the-beaten-path experiences, promising travelers a well-rounded and enriching adventure that goes beyond the ordinary. With nearly a century of experience, Globus and other tour vendors provide exceptional Tour Directors and Local Guides. Kathy sheds light on how these passionate guides offer invaluable local insights, insider information, and share captivating stories that bring destinations to life, making every tour a truly immersive experience. VIP access to must-see attractions is a game-changer, allowing travelers to skip lines and crowds. Kathy emphasizes how this exclusive access with guests to delve deeper into the history and culture of iconic sites without the hassle of waiting, ensuring an unparalleled exploration. Authentic local experiences. Kathy shares how the emphasis on hands-on, immersive activities allows travelers to connect with the local culture, providing a genuine taste of daily life in each destination. The ability to personalize your vacation is a key feature, and Kathy explains how she works with her clients to cater to individual interests with a variety of optional excursions and activities. Whether you're an art lover, foodie, or history buff, guided tours are no longer as are rigid at they once were which ensures your journey can align perfectly with your passions. Culinary exploration is a highlight of any travel experience. Kathy details how the mix of included meals and opportunities for on-your-own dining exploration creates a well-balanced culinary journey, allowing travelers to savor the diverse cuisines of each destination. Bid farewell to endless online hotel reviews – Kathy elaborates on how Globus and other top tour companies handpick first-class hotels, ensuring a comfortable stay based on location, comfort, and style. Traveling in style is a given for guided touring, offering a range of transportation options from high-speed trains to river cruise ships. Kathy discusses how first-class coaches provide comfort and enjoyment, with large windows, plush seats, and amenities for a seamless journey. And finally, Kathy highlights her upcoming tour, Scenic Switzerland by Train with Cosmos

Tauck, Avalon, & Viking River Cruises comparison. Luxury All Inclusive ,almost all inclusive and Ala carte. Real Travel expert Beth Schulberg, owner of Cruise & Travel Specialists of Lake Oswego Oregon, joins Ken to compare three of her go to river cruise lines: Tauck, Avalon Waterways and Viking River Cruises, with a view to the inclusivity and options available on each river cruise line. Beth and Ken discuss what sets each river cruise line apart from each other and some of their history plus what you need to know when choosing a river cruise line. Such as which river cruise line is classed as luxury which is the most all inclusive and which can be the most economical based on an ala carte menu of options. Find out why despite the fact that the ships are the same size the amount of passengers they carry varies from 130 to 190, an what the river cruise lines do with the extra space. Beth provides valuable river cruise tips on such thing as deposits and the best time of year to consider booking your river cruise. Beth ties everything together with an example price comparison between the three lines when everything is added up post river cruise. The results may surprise potential river cruisers looking for that next vacation.

Jennifer Tombaugh, president of Tauck, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the company's history as the first licensed tour operator in the U.S., its family-owned status and its operations across 70 countries as it nears its 100th anniversary in 2025. Tombaugh details Tauck's new programs, and touches on the recovery in 2023, the strong demand for 2024 and the anticipation for the 2025 anniversary year. For more information, visit www.tauck.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.

Join us for this exclusive interview with travel expert Larry Jackson owner, Cruise Holidays of Viera as he delves deep into the world of Tauck Tours! Larry shares his extensive knowledge and firsthand experiences with Tauck's incredible offerings, including their land tours, river cruises, the Bridges program, plus a close look at their Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks tour. In this video, you'll get a comprehensive overview of Tauck Tours, as Larry discusses their exceptional itineraries, world-class service, and unique travel experiences that set them apart from the rest. He'll explore their land tours, which provide immersive cultural experiences in some of the world's most fascinating destinations. But that's not all! Larry will also dive into Tauck's river cruises, revealing what makes them stand out in the river cruise industry. With a focus on luxury and exploration, Tauck's river cruises have garnered praise from travelers worldwide, and Larry will tell you why. You'll also learn about the Bridges program, specially designed for families and multigenerational travelers. Discover how Tauck creates memorable and educational experiences for all ages, ensuring your family vacation is unforgettable. Larry's deep dive into Tauck Tours wouldn't be complete without discussing the mesmerizing Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks tour. Hear about the breathtaking landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and the expert-guided experiences that make this tour a must-do for nature enthusiasts. Learn where Larry thinks Tauck Tours stands in comparison to other prominent tour companies, including Globus, AmaWaterways, and Viking River Cruises. Learn about the key differentiators that set Tauck apart in terms of quality, service, and the overall travel experience. Don't miss out on this insightful and engaging interview. Subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on the latest in the world of travel and exploration. #askarealtravelexpert #tauck #taucktours

Phil Cappelli, the new chief sales officer for the Avoya Network, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about his career highlights, starting as a supervisor in the reservations department for Tauck, moving on later to become president of Insight Vacations, and most recently serving as senior vice president for Signature Travel Network. Cappelli explains he joined Avoya specifically because of the host agency's technology, which he calls “the best in class.” For more information, visit www.AvoyaNetwork.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.

An Exclusive with the President of Tauck this week on family travel. Jennifer Tombaugh, President of Tauck and mother of four. Tauck is a 98-year-old leader in upscale guided travel offering more than 150 land journeys and cruises to 70+ countries and all seven continents. Included in Tauck's portfolio are 20 Tauck Bridges family travel … Continue reading Jennifer Tombaugh, President of Tauck →

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Charmaine from Tauck for this week's cruise chat. . We discussed some brand-new itineraries for 2023. I like how Tauck adds that extra special exclusive excursion you won't find with anyone else. . I have listed a few here, but reach out for more information. . Shores of Eastern Canada and New England 13-night itinerary 10-Night Cruise aboard Silversea Silver Shadow 1 Night NYC, 1 Night Quebec City 6 Sailings - Sept & Oct. 2023. New York City, Newport, RI, Boston MA, Bar Habor, ME, Halifax NS, Charlottetown PEI, Saquernay Quebec, Quebec City. Portrait of Arabia: The Amirates, Qatar and Oman Cultural exploration of the Arabian Peninsula. 12 Days, 11 Nights 8-Night Cruise aboard Le Bougainville With 1 Night in Muscat, Oman & 2 Nights in Dubai UAE . Cruising the Great Lakes, Chicago to Toronto 12 Days, 11 Nights - 7 Night Cruise aboard Le Dumont d'Unille Tauck Exclusive private reception with dinner at Casa Loma. Alaska Inside Passage 10 days 9 nights. 7-night Cruise aboard Silver Muse Tauck Exclusive "Dungeness Crab* excursion. Experience wildlife: sea otters, sea lions, and porpoises. brown bears, bald eagles and many more! . Antarctica. 13 Days, 12 Nights 10-Night Cruise aboard Le Boreal Tauck Exclusive polar village shore excursion. With a Tauck-exclusive glacier show. Cruising The Galapagos Islands 9 Days, 8 Nights July 1 and July 15 Begins/Ends Guayaquil . Tauck Bridges Program is PERFECT for families! Galapagos: Wildlife Wonderland 8 Days, 7 Nights July 3, 13, 27, 31 2023 Begins Quito/Ends Guayaquil. Egypt - Jewels of the Nile Classic land journey - 10 days roundtrip Cairo. With four nights luxury cruise on the Nile River. . Yuletide Spirit: Brussels to Amsterdam 8 Days. 7 Nights with 7-Night Cruise aboard ms Grace 4 Dec. Sailings in 2023. Begins in in Brussels, Ends in Amsterdam . 12 Days, 8-night Cruise Aboard the ms Savor or Joy Tauck Exclusive - Private tour of Prague's Baroque libraries. Strahov Monastery Tack exclusive - Private gala dinner at Palais Pallavicini in Vienna . French Escapade: Paris to Riviera 14 Days, 9-Night Cruise Aboard the ms Emerald Tauck Exclusive Private Gala Evening at the Chateau of Medieval Duchy D'Uzes. Tauck Exclusive La Camargue Excursion. . A Week in Scotland 8 Days, 7 Nights Classic and Small Group Tauck Exclusive - a private tour of Glenturret Distillery, the Highland's oldest single malt distillery. Tauck Exclusive - Yellow roads Scottish Highlands drive. . These are itineraries you are not going to find with any other supplier. These are exclusive to Tauck! . . If you are interested in learning more about Tauck or any other cruise lines I have met with, please contact me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com. . You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you. . . If you want to see the images on this week's cruise chat, visit our YouTube channel HERE . . . . Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. . . . #Tauck #Tauckcruises #TauckDifference #TauckTravelAgent #travelagent #TauckSpecialist #Cruise #Landtour #cruisespecialist #CruiseGuru #TravelAgent #CanadianTravelAgent

On this episode we're talking about holiday travel, but a special niche, specifically river cruises that hit the big Christmas markets in Europe. The Christmas-market cruises came to our attention last year when Tauck president Jennifer Tombaugh was a guest on a family-travel Folo episode and talked about the cruises with enthusiasm. But shortly after that episode was published, new Covid restrictions arose in Europe, markets were canceled and borders were closed, which put the cruises on hiatus for another year. But now in 2022 the itineraries are expected to go ahead as scheduled, so we've brought Tombaugh back to talk about bookings, demand and the "magic" of a December Danube cruise. She is joined by river cruise expert Lisa Fitzgerald, of Fitzgerald Travel, and our river cruise editor Nicole Edenedo. Related: River cruise insight: Christmas market sailings in Europe are filling up fast https://www.travelweekly.com/River-Cruising/Insights/Christmas-market-river-cruises-in-Europe-selling-fast Europe insight: Making the most of Vienna's Christmas markets: https://www.travelweekly.com/Europe-Travel/Insights/Making-the-most-of-Vienna-Christmas-markets From November 2021: With Christmas markets closed, river cruise lines cancel or alter sailings https://www.travelweekly.com/River-Cruising/Christmas-markets-close-river-cruise-lines-cancel On this episode: Jennifer Tombaugh, president of Tauck: https://www.tauck.com/blog/from-tauck-president/ Lisa Fitzgerald, founder of Fitzgerald Travel: https://fitzgeraldtravel.com/about Nicole Edenedo, river cruise editor, Travel Weekly: https://www.travelweekly.com/nicole-edenedo Rebecca Tobin, Travel Weekly managing editor and host: https://www.travelweekly.com/rebecca-tobin  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Blassie with plenty of examples of how Tauck takes care of their guests, but explains why now is the time to sign up: https://www.altairtravel.com/tauck-tours Follow Altair on Facebook for more: https://www.facebook.com/AltairTravelCruises/

Stacey Clark joins Jade Robran on FIVEaa with special guest David Clark from Tauck to talk European river cruising experiences with Tauck including the brand new ship sailing the Douro, plus Air New Zealand's non-stop flights connecting Auckland and New York and more!

Sherry Norris has some exciting Cardinals trip news, some places are worth visiting twice, plus RSVP quickly for the remaining spots to the upcoming Tauck Night (https://www.altairtravel.com/product/tauck-night-at-altair-travel). Follow Altair on Facebook for more: https://www.facebook.com/AltairTravelCruises/

Phil Hoffmann joins Leith Forrest on FIVEaa with special guest David Clark from Tauck to talk about the 7 continents and over 100 countries that you can visit with Tauck, from river cruising to guided touring and what makes a Tauck holiday so unique. Plus new tours on sale and much more!

In this week's episode Kathleen met with Charmaine from Tauck. We took a look at their partnership with Ponant Cruises and we looked at how the two family owned businesses have teamed up to bring you the best experience possible! . Ponant cruises brings you up close to the destination that the large ships just can't do. Making sure that you are closer to the sites you are there to see. . If you are interested in learning more about Tauck or any of the other cruise lines I have met with, please reach out to me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com. You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you. . If you want to see the images in this video click HERE to go our YouTube channel. . . . . Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. . . . #SustainableCruising #Hurtigruten #Tauck #TauckAndPonant #smallshipcruising #Cruisewithme #TravelAgent #CanadianTravelAgent

On this weeks show Larry reviews one his favorite tour providers, Tauck Tours. Have you taken advantage of the new dining options aboard cruise ships yet? Larry explains the various options available including how the speciality restaurants work. In cruise news Carnival CEO to retire, Cruise lines are now selling to full capacity but still sailing at 50 to 85 percent capacity. Hawaii is is open for business. Larry also covers the latest on the protocols with regard to masking and boarding the ships in light of the latest developments with the CDC. How was your week?

Choosing between a luxury small ship cruise and a river cruise. Travel expert Shari Marsh drops by to give her expert advice and cruise tips when trying to decide which cruise is right for you. Shari details the main differences between the two types of cruise vacation and what to consider when you are trying to make the decision between a luxury ocean cruise and a river cruise. Shari defines what a small ship is and reveals what her top three go cruise lines she goes back to time and again for luxury cruises and those for river cruises. When choosing between the two it comes down to what you want out of a vacation and Shari details how she works with guests to arrive at a memorable cruise vacation. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:20 Meet Shari 1:30 What is luxury? 2:40 Small ocean ships 4:32 River Cruise ships 7:00 All-Inclusive cruising 8:18 Guest capacity matters 10:35 Who is the luxury cruiser? 12:30 Demographics of luxury cruisers 14:30 River cruises vs. guided tours 15:40 Small ship destinations 16:45 SeaDream cruises 17:50 Windstar 19:16 Viking Ocean 20:00 Regent Seven Seas, Seabourn & others 21:14 AmaWaterways 22:10 Avalon Waterways 23:00 Tauck & Uniworld 23:42 Advice regarding booking 25:30 Advisor training and experience 27:00 How to contact Shari Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Contact Cruise Holidays Land and Sea: smarsh@cruiseholidays.com Cruise Holidays Land and Sea: https://crazy4cruises.com

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Charmaine from Tauck for this week's episode. . We looked at what "All-Inclusive" means when you sail with Tauck. We took a look at where Tauck sails as well as their small ship cruising opportunities and expedition cruising as well as River Cruising itineraries. . By booking with me you receive a COMPLIMENTARY pre or post-stay night, This is an exclusive promo. Just for my clients! Reach out to me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com to get you on board. . Tauck is a family-owned company and when you are their guest you are treated like one of their family members. They surprise you with so many little details. It's those little details that make the difference in your vacation and you will want to return to sail with Tauck again! . No options are sold. EVER. Everything is included! . We looked at some of their stunning itineraries like Scottish Isles Peru & The Galapagos Alaska - Inside Passage And More . The Tauck name can get you into locations you can't otherwise get into! SO many excursions choices are included in your fare! There are all different excursions based on what you choose to do that day. For more information on cruising and obtaining a quote, please email me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com or fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you. . You can also contact me directly at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com . If you want to see the images in this video then Click HERE . . . . Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. . #Tauck #TauckCruises #Cruise #ExclusivePromo #TauckSmallShip #PostcovidCrusing #letsgoNOW #LuxuryCruising #CruiseWithMe

Big news in travel this week is – finally -- the reopening of the borders in the U.S. to general travel, an event that’s been eagerly awaited by people in the travel industry. On this episode we’re talking with Peter Vlitas, the executive vice president of global supplier relations for Power List travel company Internova, and Caroline Donaldson, the director of product and commercial operations for U.K.-based Barrhead Travel, about demand, particularly from the United Kingdom, for U.S. vacations, family reunions and the ever-popular shopping getaway. We’re also taking a quick look at Americans traveling abroad, so we’re including an excerpt from our recording with Jennifer Tombaugh of Tauck and Sally Black of VacationKids talking about U.S. travel demand to Europe, the interest in outdoorsy, secondary markets, the trouble with return-testing to the U.S. and the excitement of this year’s Christmas Markets. The interview with Vlitas and Donaldson was recorded Friday, Nov. 12, and the interview with Tombaugh and Black was recorded on Nov. 4. Both have been edited for length and clarity. Episode sponsor: This episode of the Folo by Travel Weekly is sponsored by Princess Cruises. Related reading/listening: The U.S. has reopened for travel. Cities are eager for visitors: https://www.travelweekly.com/North-America-Travel/After-604-days-US-doors-open-and-cities-are-eager-for-visitors Emotional reunions as U.S. lifts restrictions on travel: https://www.travelweekly.com/North-America-Travel/As-rules-ease-travelers-head-to-US-for-emotional-reunions Biden lays out entry rules for U.S.-bound travelers: https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Government/Rules-for-entering-US-from-foreign-countries Forum by Greg Webb, CEO of Travelport, on welcoming international travelers: https://www.travelweekly.com/Articles/Welcome-back-global-travelers Previous Folo by Travel Weekly podcast with Jennifer Tombaugh and Sally Black on family travel: https://www.travelweekly.com/Podcasts/Folo/new-vaccines-what-next-for-family-travel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Family travel: More kids can be vaccinated – what’s next? I’ve been wanting to do a family-travel episode for some time, and this seemed like the perfect time to do it: The CDC has just authorized the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, and our reporting shows that at least some family travelers are now more eager to explore the globe, with vaccinated kids in tow. In this episode we’ve brought together two family-travel experts: Jennifer Tombaugh, the president of global tour operator Tauck, and Sally Black, the president of the travel agency VacationKids, to talk about immediate demand and booking trends. But this episode is so much more – yes, we talk about where travelers want to go now, and why. But Jennifer and Sally go beyond Covid to talk about the critical importance of family travel: Inspiring confidence among kids, ways to change the family dynamic, making friends on the road, and what family vacations might look like in the future. This episode was recorded Thursday Nov. 4 and was edited for length and clarity. Episode sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Princess Cruises. Related reading: Covid shots approved for kids may give family travel a boost: https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Travel-Agent-Issues/Covid-shots-approved-for-kids-may-give-family-travel-a-boost Travel Weekly’s complete family-travel coverage: https://www.travelweekly.com/family-travel Tauck launches Andorina river cruise vessel in Portugal: https://www.travelweekly.com/River-Cruising/Tauck-launches-first-river-ship-Portugal CruiseWorld conference information: www.cruiseworldshow.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Blassie invites all to join their virtual happy hour on November 2 featuring Tauck Tours (https://www.altairtravel.com/product/happy-hour-tauck-tours-november-2). Also, some breadcrumbs on the next trip with McGraw. Visit their site for more: https://www.altairtravel.com/

Tauck's longtime president Jennifer Tombaugh just recently celebrated the two-decade mark with the U.S.-based tour operator. Being in charge of a portfolio of products as wide ranging as Tauck isn't an easy task, but Jennifer's experience has helped her along the way. In this episode, Jennifer talks to TMR about that experience, including her time living in Singapore, and also talks about the biggest challenges the industry will face over the next decade.

There's more to river cruising than just Europe. We take a look at more exotic river cruise products and how they cross the line between traditional river cruising and expedition cruising. How has exotic river cruising become so intertwined with luxury travel? Annie Fitzsimmons, a luxury travel journalist, moderates a panel with Gary Murphy, vice president of sales and co-owner of AmaWaterways; Steve Spivak, senior vice president of sales for Tauck; and Francesco Galli Zugaro, owner and founder of Aqua Expeditions. This discussion was originally broadcast in June as part of our Virtual Vacation Events-New Age of Luxury virtual show. 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. 

How soon will river cruising fully come back and how can travel advisors sell it today? This category has been booming for 20 years, but then the pandemic hit and it was stopped cold. Now it's reemerging slowly as luxury river cruising recover with new health and safety standards. James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report moderated a panel with Gary Murphy, vice president of sales and co-owner, AmaWaterways; Jennifer Tombaugh, president of Tauck; Walter Littlejohn, president of Crystal River Cruises; Ellen Bettridge, president Uniworld; and John Waggoner, founder and chairman of American Queen Steamboat Company. This discussion was originally broadcast in June as part of our Virtual Vacation Events-New Age of Luxury virtual show. 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. 

As our world opens up to travel again, Tourism Cares, the non-profit group focusing on sustainable travel, has introduced a new series, “Robin Tauck: In Conversation on the Future of Travel,” featuring respected travel and tourism leaders talking about how to create a brighter future for travel. In this edition of those interviews, Tauck, chairman of  Tourism Cares, talks with James Shillinglaw, editor in chief and co-founder of Insider Travel Report, and Arnie Weissmann, editor in chief of Travel Weekly and editorial director of Northstar Travel Group. For more information on Tourism Cares, visit www.tourismcares.org.    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. 

Jennifer Tombaugh, president of Tauck and co-godmother of Tauck's new Andorinha, talks with James Shillinglaw about this brand new river ship designed specifically for Portugal's Douro River. Tombaugh details the many features of this new vessel, including a new sun deck, a new dining and lounge area. She also talks about what this will mean to Tauck as it expands its river cruise product. For more information, visit www.tauck.com. If interested, the original video of this podcast -- with supplemental pictures and video -- can be found on the Insider Travel Report Youtube channel  or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube. 

Dan Mahar, CEO of Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the christening of Tauck's new Andorinha riverboat earlier this month on Portugal's Douro River. Mahar details the many new features of this revolutionary riverboat, Tauck's first in Portugal, from the unique sundeck, with a collapsible Arthur's restaurant and large pool, to the atrium-like, two-deck lounge and restaurant. For more information, visit www.tauck.com. If interested, the original video of this podcast -- with supplemental pictures and video -- can be found on the Insider Travel Report Youtube channel  or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube. 

As our world opens up to travel again, now is the time for leaders to unite and rebuild travel and tourism for the better. Tourism Cares, the non-profit group focusing on sustainable travel, has introduced a new series, “Robin Tauck: In Conversation on the Future of Travel,” featuring respected travel and tourism leaders talking about how create a brighter future for travel. In this edition, Tauck, chairman of  Tourism Cares, talks with Kelly Craighead, president and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). For more information on Tourism Cares, visit www.tourismcares.org.  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. 

They used to be called luxury tours and now they are luxury guided vacations. What makes them different from other tours and what experiences do they offer that you can't find anywhere else. And how can travel advisors sell even more luxury guided vacations?  James Shillinglaw, editor-In-chief of InsiderTravelReport.com moderates a panel including Jennifer Tombaugh, president of Tauck; Guy Young, president of Luxury Gold and Insight Vacations; Keith Baron, president-U.S. of Abercrombie & Kent U.S.A.; Sherwin Banda, president of African Travel Inc.; and Helen Giontsis, president of Kensington Tours. This discussion was originally broadcast as part of our Virtual Vacation Events-New Age of Luxury virtual show.  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. 

Last week's podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/avidtravel/taucks-2021-river-cruises Past Tauck podcasts:  https://omny.fm/shows/avidtravel/avid-travel-with-britton-frost-s1e15-katharine-bon https://omny.fm/shows/avidtravel/avid-travel-with-britton-frost-s2e8-taucks-small-s https://omny.fm/shows/avidtravel/avid-travel-with-britton-frost-s3e17-taucks-galapa In part one of a two part interview, I am joined by Michelle Molnar from Tauck. Molnar is the Senior Product Manager at Tauck and has been with the company for 17 years.  Join us as we talk about Tauck's history operating tours, what's new for 2022, and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks cruise chat Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Charmaine from Tauck cruises. We looked at Tauck cruises amazing program for families called "Bridges" This is program is beyond amazing! They have itineraries on the Rhine, Rhone, Seine, Danube, Douro Rivers. There will be something for everyone on these cruises. From Kite flying to getting into places you would not be able to get into with anyone else to having a private dinner at a castle on the Rhine. This program is beyond amazing! If you would like any assistance with planning your own cruise with Tauck River Cruises or any of my other cruise chats please reach out to me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com If you want to see the images please go to our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/zqd3A3OrwKU Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. #TauckCruises #Tauck #LuxuryCruising #Bridges #TauckBridges

Past Tauck Podcasts:  https://omny.fm/shows/avidtravel/avid-travel-with-britton-frost-s1e15-katharine-bon https://omny.fm/shows/avidtravel/avid-travel-with-britton-frost-s2e8-taucks-small-s https://omny.fm/shows/avidtravel/avid-travel-with-britton-frost-s3e17-taucks-galapa In part one of a two part interview, I am joined by Michelle Molnar from Tauck. Molnar is the Senior Product Manager at Tauck and has been with the company for 17 years.  On today's episode, we will talk about Tauck's highly anticipated restart and what cruises are still available for this year. Join back next week for part two where we talk 2022 and beyond.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Tombaugh, president of Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how the upscale tour operator is relaunching its tour, cruise and river cruise programs later this summer in Europe, Africa and Latin America. Tombaugh details what went into the decision to restart operations at this time and how Tauck will finally christen its river ship on the Douro in Portugal. For more information, visit www.tauck.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. 

In this episode of Five Minutes with Andy, Andy Freed is joined by Margot Rodger, Virtual's VP of Events and Meetings, as well as Jennifer Tombaugh, President of Tauck. During the COVID - 19 Pandemic, name badges and cocktail receptions have been replaced by ring lights and Zoom. Andy, Marogt, and Jennifer will discuss what will events look like in the future and take questions such as can face-to-face events be conducted safely? Are hybrid events effective? Is asking questions a good way to structure a webinar?

In this episode, Lora Schapiro with Tauck joins us to share more about their guided travel experiences, including Tauck Bridges family vacations.

On this weeks episode Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Charmaine from Tauck Cruises. We discussed their amazing itineraries to Floriade. This only comes around once every 10 years. So, make sure you don't miss it! For any help in planning your cruise please reach out to me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com

For this weeks episode Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Charmaine from Tauck cruises . Tauck has been in business for 95 years and travel to 70 different countries! Tauck offers over 140 different all-inclusive, guided journeys. They specialize in escorted tours and getting you into places you could not see if you weren't travelling with them. They have built solid relationships with land-based companies so you can get the benefits of them being in business for 95 years They also have a few family centred cruises which are perfect for homeschooling families and having your kids learn first hand about the world. These itineraries are quick to sell out, so make sure we get on these sailing as soon as they come out! Since so many families are now doing distance learning and homeschooling due to covid, this is a perfect way to learn. I also do a show notes blog page where I highlight some of the important topics discussed as well as all the pictures and the videos to see that post click here http://bit.ly/TauckBlog Remember to subscribe to our channel. #PlentyofSunshineTravel #CruisingtheWaves

In this weeks episode Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Charmaine from Tauck Cruises and we discussed the Rhone Itineraries I love how they do things a little bit differently, they have been in business for over 95 years, so they have some really good connections to make your cruise memorable! I love their Bridges Journeys! I love how the experiences are curated for families, to make those experiences that much richer! If you are planning a multigenerational cruise, consider Tauck. The experiences that are designed for families will provide you with lasting memories. I also do a blog post on each cruise chat to see that post which has the highlights and some of the slides that you can see on a larger screen which is great for the deck plans. Click here https://bit.ly/TauckRhone I can be reached at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com and I am here for any help you need with your cruise! Remember to subscribe to our channel. #PlentyofSunshineTravel #CruisingtheWaves

Jennifer Tombaugh, president of Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how her popular upscale tour brand has gotten through the crisis, communicated with travel advisors, and what it's planning for 2021 and beyond, including the company's overall strategy for recovery. For more information, visit www.tauck.com. Insider Travel Report Youtube channel or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube. 

Chris Frame joins us to talk Maritime History and Cruise News. Pete from CLIA talks about another popular cruise port. Popular WA TV Presenter Haley joins us to talk about her Caribbean Cruise onboard Celebrity Silhouette.Maritime HistoryTSS Fairstar (The original FUN Ship) had a very long career starting as the troop ship Oxfordshire in 1957.In the 60's operating the assisted passage “Ten Pound Poms” voyages, then from the 70's to late 90's was the most popular permanent ship to be based in Australia. Cruise News:Princess Cruise announced deployment changes for 2021 including Majestic Princess replacing Regal princess in Alaska. Regal will position to the UK for voyages ex Southampton replacing Grand Princess. WhilsT Grand Princess will deploy to Los Angeles for Mexico and California cruises.Princess cruises newest ship Enchanted Princess commenced sea trials in EuropeCarnival Cruise lines new build Mardi Grass delivery has been postponed until 14 Nov due to delays in the ship yard. Carnival Breeze and Magic also receive revised itineraries through to May 2021. Carnival Radiance US$200 million dry dock wont be completed until Northern Spring.Hapag-Lloyd to resume cruises ex Germany for German, Austrian and Swiss resident.Travel & Leisure “2020 Worlds Best Awards Announced”River cruises: Crystal, U by Uniworld, Uniworld, Tauck, Aqua ExpeditionsSmall Ship Ocean (249 or fewer passengers): Quasar Expeditions, Crystal Cruises, Australis, SeaDream Yacht Club, Uncruise AdventuresMid-sized Ocean Ships (250 to 599 passengers): Seabourn, Ponant, Paul Gauguin Cruises, Windstar Cruises, SilverseaLarge Ocean Ships (600 to 2,199 passengers): Viking Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Seabourn, Regent Seven Seas, Silversea CruisesMega Ocean Ships (+2,200 passengers): Disney Cruise Line, Cunard, Holland America Line, Celebrity Cruises, Princess CruisesCLIA Pete from Cruise Line International Association (CLIA) talks all things Cairns, Queensland, Australia.  Cruise ReviewHaley Thomson reviews her cruise onboard Celebrity Silhouette to the Caribbean from Ft Lauderdale.Itinerary: Ft. Lauderdale – Coco Cay – Cozumel – Falmouth – F.t LauderdaleCelebrity Cruises: https://bit.ly/3dYaeLkCelebrity Silhouette: https://bit.ly/38Ifvp8  Celebrity Silhouette Cruise Departures: https://bit.ly/3eeEqlzJoin the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Show Sponsors: Cruisefinder.com.au: https://bit.ly/3dBeGRcSandals and Sunsets https://bit.ly/2yPN7Up  SAVE $10 on your next pair of Avacas – use code BIGPODGuests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg   Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ChrisCunardPeter Kollar: https://www.cruising.org.au/HomeListen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tFCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEIGoogle Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04uSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8TzPocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2MTune in: https://bit.ly/2V0JrrsPodcast Addict:The Big Cruise Podcast is brought to you with the help of our friends at CruiseFinder.com.au, with over 30,000 cruises available, most with live availability and pricing. But most importantly every call, chat or email is answered here in Australia by CLIA Cruise accredited specialists. When considering your next cruise visit: www.cruisefinder.com.auCelebrity SilhouetteCelebrity SilhouetteCelebrity Silhouette Pool Celebrity Silhouette - DeckCelebrity Silhouette AtriumCelebrity Silhouette Ocean View CafeCelebrity Silhouette Grand Cuvee RestaurantCelebrity Silhouette WineCelebrity Silhouette - BarCelebrity Silhouette Persian Garden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Father and son team, the Duanes are the founders of Air Chathams Air Chathams is not your typical airline.This family-owned airline is the only operator in the world that would give you the chance to fly a regular flight on a 1950s, Convair 580 aircraft. And, as it if this was not enough, you can round-up the experience by visiting one of the most remote inhabited outposts in the planet: the Chatham Islands, a tiny archipelago (pop.400) several hundred miles off the east coast of New Zealand. The Convair 580, a rare 1950s airliner that Air Chathams still operates on regular services….but not for long! Think that New Zealand is at the edge of the World? You can actually go a bit further and reach the Chatham Islands, some 400 miles off the east coast of New Zealand, where the South Pacific meets the Antarctic Ocean But Air Chathams has also an eclectic fleet that combines vintage aircraft, such as the Convairs and a WW2-era DC-3 that is used on charter flights, with a modern fleet of turboprops for different sorts of air services in and around New Zealand (they also fly to another fascinating remote outpost Norfolk Island!).I called Duane Emeny, the current Chief Operating Officer at Air Chathams and second-generation of the founding family, all the way across 12 time zones in order to talk about this rather unique airline business, about the Chatham Islands and, more generally, about what it takes to run an airline that operates 19140s and 1950s aircraft.Check it out! Download this episode on:Apple Podcasts / iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts or StitcherThings we talk about in this episode:The fascinating story of Air ChathamsWhere are the Chatham Islands and how are they likeOperating a vintage airliner: the Convair 580 and the DC-3Air Chathams modern fleet: ATR-72, Saab 340, Fairchild MetrolineAir Chathams airline venture in the Kingdom of TongaAir Chathams flights within New Zealand and to Norfolk IslandHow to book a flight on a Convair 580The future of the Convair vintage fleetResourcesAir Chathams website, in case you wish to book your Convair 580 flight!My article on CNN about vintage airliners you can still fly, featuring Air Chathams’ Convair 580The Chatham IslandsNorfolk Island Convair 580Douglas DC-3 The cabin interior of the Air Chathams DC-3 One of Air Chathams Fairchild Metroliners Podcast Music: Five Armies by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3762-five-armiesLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Interview Transcript (please note that, although we strive to make it as close as possible to the original recording, the transcript may not be 100% accurate)Hello and welcome to the Allplane Podcast, where, every week, we explore different aspects of the aviation industry in the company of some of its most experienced, knowledgeable professionalsIn order to record this episode I had to wake up way earlier than usual, since there was a twelve hour time difference with the time zone where today’s guest is based, but I think it was well worth it...Because, today on the show, we are joined by the manager of a very, very unique airline…Air Chathams is a unique airline, both because of the composition of its fleet and its networkIt is the only airline left in the world to operate a fleet of 1950s Convair 580 aircraft on regular commercial services.It is also unique because they act as a lifeline and link to the rest of the world, for one of the most remote and isolated communities anywhere in this planet, the Chathams Islands, a tiny archipelago several hundred miles off the coast of New Zealand, located right in the middle of the so called “roaring forties” where the South Pacific and Antarctic Ocean meet. But also, because Air Chathams is a family affair that has grown organically over the last three decades to cover a network of very interesting destinations in and around New ZealandDuane Emeny, our guest today, is the second generation at the helm of Air Chathams.We are going to talk about what it takes to build an airline in this part of the world, the story of its vintage fleet, which includes also a WW2-era DC-3, as well as the modern part of its fleet and the plans he holds for the future of this airline and, more generally, about the uniqueness of the destinations they fly to.Without further ado, let me welcome Duane to the podcast!-Hello, Duane! how are you? -Very good. How are you? -Very good. So you are joining us today from literally the other side of the world, from Auckland, New Zealand-Auckland, New Zealand.-Although you are additionally a while your company is originally based in an archipelago, it's even more remote than New Zealand and it's called the Chatham Islands and it’s 400 miles east of New Zealand's East Coast, right?-That is correct. It's a very isolated island population 400 nautical miles off the east coast of mainland New Zealand place called the Chatham Islands and yeah, it's an island population that really has a very strong fishing and agricultural industry, so to predominantly export export products into mainland New Zealand and internationally. So it's a small island A small population that it actually has a very large GDP per capita based on the products that are harvested.-And I guess your airline plays a role in this export activity, because you basically and that's the reason we have you here is that you operate the local airline in the islands. And that's an airline that caught my eye. A couple of years ago when I was writing an article for CNN about vintage airliners that are still operating. And I came across this airline called air chasms that you're still operating one of the few if not the only one. The only Convair 580 that is still operational, right. So that's a 1950s aircraft. You also have a DC-3 and then you have some other more modern aircraft like an ATR and I think some sign up turboprops as well. So can you please tell us a little bit about this airline and how it started and the type of very original unique fleet that you have.-Yeah, absolutely no problem. So, yeah, it is. It is a very unique year line that we operate. The airline started in 1984 is my father Craig that started the company. He was actually living on the Chatham Islands. He was working for another very small airline at the time, and providing a service between the islands there's a main island, which is called Chatham, and then there's another small island called Pitt Island, and there are fishing communities on both of those islands. So his job at the time was making sure that the islands were connected and could go backwards and forwards using a Cessna 185, a very small airplane. And he would land on all sorts of grassy strips on both islands and transport cargo and yeah, as I say, people and everything you can imagine actually. So, you know, he spent a lot of time on the Chatham Islands and he got to know the people and he could see that there were some real issues getting produce into the mainland of New Zealand. The service at the time was very unreliable. It was subsidized by the government, but it was quite infrequent. And as I say, the reliability was affected for a number of reasons...weather...it was difficult getting to the Chatham Islands, because of its remoteness. And also, ultimately, because it was a subsidized service. the priorities of the airline providing that service was really elsewhere in their own network. -So can I stop you here for a second, because I wanted to ask you about the islands as I checked a little bit about how they are. Do you have about 600 people living there? Something like that?-Yeah, that's right. So the resident population currently is 600.-It’s 6-0-0, not 600,000...-Yeah. So that's to give an idea to our audience of how such a, this is such a, it's not just remote, but it's also kind of a small place. So it's, it's just like a village in many ways, right?-Absolutely, it's a community where everyone knows everyone. You know, it's made up of a number of large family groups really, and and you know, those those family groups held back to the first settlers of the island in the US Like 100 sites, it is a very small community, very close community and I'm very proud community-And how are the islands? Like, what sort of environment there is a lot? -It's very rugged, very rugged landscape. It's part of the, what we call the roaring 40s. So it's 40 degrees latitude. And, and that brings some reasonably strong weather. We have, you know, very strong winds. The temperatures do get very cold, although we don't really have anything in the way of like heavy snow or frost. But it is quite cold with the Windchill, the windchill factor from the south is very cold because basically there's no there's no there's nothing between Antarctica and us when it comes to the wind. So it does play some challenges living on the island and it certainly poses some challenges operating aeroplanes. -Mm hmm. Interesting. So I'm gonna post the link. Well, a few links if I can find some and transcript on the, on the show notes so that people can see how they look like I just had a look on on the internet earlier. And I found it really, really interesting. I really have a thing for this sort of unique remote, places. So that's something definitely to check out. But I interrupted you when you were explaining the story of the airline. So basically, your father realized that there was a market gap, or there was a need in the islands for better connections to the New Zealand mainland, right. -Correct. And that's what he said. Yeah, he found that. Yeah, yeah. The, you know, with the help of the, the Chatham Islands people and some of the you know, He developed a relationship with during his time there, he was able to invest in a very small aircraft It was a Cessna 337 so they had a nickname called a push me pull you there was a centerline thrust the aircraft with one engine at the back and one in the front. So effectively It was a multi engine aircraft but on a single line thrust and any use any aircraft between Chatham Islands and pit Island but he also started flying Chad up into mainland New Zealand to a place called De Guzman and in Napier, which is on the Hawke's Bay and the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand.-Hmm, I'm just checking now these aircraft Cessna 337. That's quite an interesting configuration, as you said, when you went into the front, one at the back-That's right. So yeah, well, it's sort of they work at the same time both engines are. Okay, now they always had one And I guess if one stopped then you, you know, you still had one left, but I don't think it would get you very far.-Interesting. I'm gonna post the link as well on the show notes. -So, then you said that the small airline was a one aircraft airline. And I'm from there he kept growing it...-Yeah, basically the demand for products of the island grew and, then, as it grew...And ultimately, you know, that takes us through to 1996. When we purchased our first Convair 580. And that was when we introduced that airplane into our fleet.-And what did you get this Convair aircraft because that was already by the late 90s. That was already kind of vintage. I mean, that aircraft was flying already for 50 years, since the 50s and we could say it's one of the last large piston engine aircraft, right? -Yeah, well, I mean, they all came out originally as piston radial aircraft. The one that we purchased in 1996 for the Chatham Islands was actually a Convair 340 variant with the piston radial engines. And then in the, I think it was throughout the mid 60s, that's when Convair started to retrofit the aircraft, with the Ellison propeller engines and that's really what, you know, ultimately was making those aircraft so popular with a lot of regional airlines throughout the United States and actually through Europe as well. So and, and you know, I mean, you're quite right, I mean to be introducing an aircraft like that in 1996...it certainly already had quite a life. I'm not I'm not entirely up to date with the full history of the aircraft we now call ZK-CIB, which is New Zealand registration. But it certainly did have an exciting life and had just one, one little mishap, I believe it was on takeoff where the aircraft was was departing on quite an icy runway and it actually came off the runway and the propeller went through the side fuselage, I think was a left hand prop detach and went through the side fuselage and almost right the aircraft off. So, you know, it was salvaged from the air and carried on flying and eventually ended up on, you know, one of the remotest islands in the world...-And how did you procure this aircraft? Where did you find it? -Yeah, it was a little bit before me, but Well, I mean, I was around, quite a bit younger, but my father went over to Canada, there's a place called Kelowna and they were actually retrofitting these aircraft. So they were buying existing hulls and they were converting them into these combi aircraft. So, effectively a combination of passenger and freight and, and also installing a large hydraulic cargo door on the rear side of the fuselage. So it could actually take a pelletized loading system using tag ons and flat pellets with straps in it so that that's really the key to it was that it allowed for the Chatham Island service you could run as a you know, it could be a full passenger aircraft carrying 39 people or it could be converted within one hour to a full freight aircraft and carry, you know, just under seven ton or you could decide to have it multiple configurations of, you know, 21 passengers with four and a half ton of freight, or a 31 passenger combination with around about two and a half ton of freight. So, it was a very versatile aircraft. And that's why it was so effective on the Chatham Islands.-And right now you operate it in which configuration? Or you're also changing all the time?-Yeah, all the time. We're changing it. Yeah. So depending on what the demand is, if it's a larger group that wants to come out to visit the island, and we get that quite a bit during the summer, then we'll run it as a full freight aircraft. Or if it's, you know...if the fish factories on the Chatham Islands have got a lot of product that they need to export quickly, they'll contact us and we'll fly it out as a full full freighter, so it's constantly being moved between configurations. -So you're flying it regularly. And you could actually book it as a regular flight with any...-Absolutely! All the flights to and from the Chatham Islands are still serviced 100% by Convair aircraft and they run on a schedule we operate. Currently it's on a very reduced period post COVID-19. But we're still operating three return flights from the Chatham Islands to the three main ports and New Zealand which is Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland. And you know, as we get closer to our summer, your winter, we will start to increase the schedule so to cater for the increase in passenger traffic demand and also a lot more fishing goes on because the weather starts to improve so the fishing boats can get out on the water and catch rock lobster and other fish species which they export.-Wow, it must be quite an experience to fly such an aircraft. -Yeah, we've had people from all over the world come and book on our airline, because they just love these airplanes and all they want to do is travel to the Chatahmas on a Convair and then fly again, so it is quite unique...-And that's not the only vintage aircraft that you have in your fleet because you also have...you used to have a Douglas DC-3, right? -Yeah, we still have a Douglas DC-3. It's a beautiful airplane. It's got a, you know, like all Douglas DC-3s that are still flying, it's got an amazing history. It came off the production line the day the the Russians invaded Berlin during WW2 so obviously at that stage the demand for aircraft going into Europe was less and so that particular plane was actually part of a number that was donated or gifted to the New Zealand Air Force and then they were used as trainers and they also saw some active duty. This particular one was on active duty in the Malayan crisis. When it came back to New Zealand it was sold what ultimately became Air New Zealand, but at the time it was called National Airways Corporation. And they were flown all around New Zealand. So initially, it was actually two airlines in New Zealand that were flying DC-3 and National Airways Corporation were actually in quite a heated competition environment so they upgraded the aircraft they implemented the what they called the skyline and mod so you know, it was soundproofing and improved cabin interiors in larger windows. So that's the shape that the aircraft is currently. From there, it went on leasing, it did some flying for an airline in Samoa, which is in the South Pacific, a South Pacific Island, from there it came back to New Zealand where it was used. Initially the plan was to use it to fly tourists around the country, but then it was actually converted to an agricultural aircraft. So it was spraying fertilizer on the farms around New Zealand, on certain parts of New Zealand. After that, it was a freighter, they pulled all the hopper equipment out for the fertilizing work and they turned it into a freighter. And it was flying between the two islands, so the North Island and the South Island of New Zealand, then it was reconverted back into a passenger aircraft. The intention was to use it on tours around the country again. But that never happened. And it found its way to the kingdom of Tonga where it was actually purchased by the Crown Prince, they have a monarchy in Tonga. And they actually had an airline up there and started operating two DC-3s. All through the Kingdom of Tonga. So they did that for quite some time. And that's really how we came to, to get our hands on the aircraft is that we took over the air service and Tonga, as we called it Chathams Pacific. It was a subsidiary of our mainline. And we purchased a hangar so that we could do our own airline maintenance at the hangar in Tongatapu, it’s an airport, which is their international airport, it connects the kingdom with New Zealand and other countries, Australia and through the Pacific. And there at the hangar was the Douglas DC-3 and my father is quite a passionate aviator. So he didn't want to see that aircraft turned into scrap. So we started a project, we got some help from Air New Zealand and some very experienced aircraft engineers that had worked on and flew the Douglas DC-3s in the past. And we slowly, but surely brought it back to life. Once we had it serviceable and certified, we actually decided to operate it ourselves. So we started flying passengers with that aircraft between Tongatapu and the Ha’apai Island group and also up into the Vava’u Island group, which is in the kingdom of Tonga. And it was actually very successful and was hands down one of the more reliable airplanes that we had because they were just so simple. They were built that way. So if you know you needed to change a cylinder, you could do that within a matter of hours. So they are very, very effective airplanes. We made the decision to exit that market, because there was at the time quite a large influence through government to accept an offer from the Chinese government for some MA-60 aircraft, and a whole aviation package around that so we just felt that it probably wasn't going to be a very fair environment to operate in and we decided that we would move out that part of our operation back to New Zealand and we took the DC-3s with us and since it got back into New Zealand we've been using it for predominantly for scenic flying and air shows so we take it to all the main shows around New Zealand and also it's based 24/7 these days in port city called Tauranga and that's on the western Bay of Plenty in the North Island of New Zealand and we've paired up with a company down there called Classic Fliers. So on the weekends and summer we take our DC-3 out for...I think, it's only 99 New Zealand dollars. I'm not sure what that is in euro...it's probably about 30 euro...we fly that aircraft for 30 minutes around the city as a sightseeing tour. It's very popular.-Wow, that's quite a story. I'm trying to picture now this DC-3 flying in the South Pacific and then in the beautiful landscape of New Zealand that must be really, really an amazing experience. So that's only for on.demand panoramic flights. It's not on, let's say, on regular airline service, this DC-3...-Yeah, that's right it's a line schedule days are well and truly over, but we do still use it on the on theme tours and and we do go to the shows and things like that as well. So it's beautiful. Everywhere it goes, it draws attention. And, you know, our goal now, because we are a family airline and we are very passionate about aviation, we want to make sure that people get to experience it here. -I see some pictures online, you have it painted in a sort of retro livery…-Yeah, so we've actually taken it back to its original paint scheme when it first started with a National Airways Corporation. And, and it was named “Pouwhaitere”, which is a Maori word for a yellow crested parakeet. And so that's the paint scheme that we've taken it back to.-I can see you also have other aircraft in your fleet. I mean, I don't want the audience to have the impression that you are like a flying museum! I mean, you have some modern aircraft as well. You have an ATR 72, you have some SAAB 340s, Fairchild Metros...Cessnas...Can you tell us a bit more about the rest of the fleet, the modern part of the fleet?-Yeah, no problem. So I guess it’s like anything...as an airline grows. You've got to move with the times and because we are family owned, we are limited by basically what we can afford as a family to operate. But as the airline has grown larger, we've been in a position to take advantage of some opportunities that have come our way. So we've expanded our domestic network within the North Island of New Zealand. We took over some flight routes that were previously operated by a New Zealand national carrier. And we implemented aircraft like the Metroliners...we bought into the Saab 340, which has been an extremely effective aircraft for our airline. And in more recent times, we have contracted with a company based in the United States to provide an aircraft for Tauck Tours, they are an international travel company that has guided itineraries throughout the world, including Australia and New Zealand. So we operate the New Zealand component of that with our ATR 72. So We're in a transitional state at the moment, we think we'll be retiring the Convairs within the next 12 months.-One question, I didn't fully understand what last thing you said about the ATR 72. So that's it’s flying itineraries for groups, is it?-Yes. So there's...if you google search...it's a company called Tauck, T-a-u-c-k, and they're an international travel company that does very high end fully guided tours all around the world. And they have an Australia and New Zealand component. So we operate the itineraries for New Zealand. So that aircraft, that ATR aircraft we purchased from Air New Zealand, we use it specifically on those charter services.-Okay, interesting. And from what you said, you also operate on the New Zealand mainland so your route network is not only flying between the Chatham Islands and New Zealand but also inside New Zealand. And I think you also have a flight to the Norfolk island. Is this right?-That's correct, yeah, we love flying to Norfolk Island!-Just for the audience: it's an island, a small island, that is literally between Australia and New Zealand and it's got, from what I heard, a very unique environment and landscape.-Right yeah! very similar to the Chathams except the temperatures are significantly better, it's a much warmer place, it's subtropical. They don't have any industry there, the only industry is tourism. So visitors from Australia and New Zealand predominantly, but in recent years, mainly from Australia. And, yes, we operate the Convair 580 from Auckland to Norfolk. So, interestingly, that's exactly the same distances as the flight from Auckland to Chatham Islands. And even more interestingly, if you flew directly from the Chatham Islands to Auckland and you carried on flying for another 580 nautical miles, you would land in Norfolk Island. So, go figure! We decided that was a route that was purpose-built for the Convair.-So your airline should be on the agenda of pretty much everyone that is interested in these remote out spots in the south.-Yeah, I think so-A very unique destination network...-Yeah. So it's probably for at least the next six months you can operate on, you know, fly on a very unique airplane to a very unique place. -How is it like to operate such a diverse and unique fleet? I guess when you're flying a Convair 580, a 1950s Convair, a 1940s, DC-3...then you have some other aircraft...all the maintenance and all the other MRO stuff that goes around those airplanes. It must be quite complex to run an airline like that. I'm just thinking specifically about the Convair and the DC-3, they might require some maintenance work. And I don't know how easy it is to source spares and components that you might need eventually…-Yeah, you're right. It is it is challenging and I think in the early days, you know, the mid 90s when my father first bought the Convairs, yeah, they had a lot of they had a lot of issues with just getting to grips with the aircraft, actually, because it is very complex and it's a beautifully designed airplane. Just like the DC-3, actually, it was so far ahead of its time. But it is very complex and there are a lot of systems And there are a lot of moving parts. And so, yeah, they had some interesting times. But I think, you know, having operated the aircraft for as long as we have, you know, 24 years, really then you see a lot of things and, and also in that time, we were able to build up a very good stock of space. So, we have the operating knowledge now, we have in the last decade the space to back that up. So, that actually became an extremely reliable airplane for us and they continue to be very reliable.The DC-3, it's similar, I mean, there is still a number of Douglas DC-3s around the world and there are a number of manufacturers that will provide overhaul and parts that the aircraft is obviously supported by Boeing. So, you know, all in all, it's, it is a challenge and like everything in aviation is very expensive, but yeah, it's still possible!-What about the pilots? Do you need pilots with some specific training to fly the Convairs and the DC-3s?-Yeah, absolutely! So we operate in accordance with our regulators. So that's the New Zealand Civil Aviation. And most of the framework of those rules come from ICAO and the FAA. So, it's very similar worldwide, with a lot of Western countries in terms of how those aviation industries are regulated. So we operate...they call it part one two five the Douglas DC-3, because that's the category that aircraft fits into, less than 30 seats. So that is operated to a very high standard of training. To give you an example, like anything if you want to fly that airplane, you have to do a ground school, you have to complete that then you have to type rating which consists of around about five hours of flying in the actual airplane that's running through a whole scenario of emergency and abnormal events. And then you have to go into line training, which, depending on whether it's an initial or upgrade training can be anywhere from sort of 10 to 15 hours online, so that's under Part one two five then with a Convairs, it's even, it's even more thorough with the Part 121, which is your larger aircraft category, over 30 seats and pilot and greater than 3.4 ton. So it's a ground school that consists of around two weeks in class. Then you go into simulators, we have one of only two fixed base Convair simulators in the world that's based on Chatham Islands. So you end up as a pilot, you'll spend probably about two weeks in the simulator, doing exercises then you'll get into the airplane itself. Complete your type rating because there's some things you can't do in a fixed base simulators, you complete your type writing in the airplane. And then you go online training for, you know, 100 hours 100 flight hours or 75 flight cycles. And then at the end of that if you've completed all your exercises, you make the grade that you'll be signed out to fly with on a regular lineup, so it's very thorough and terms of our training standards and has to be because, you know, you've got a lot of responsibility.-Yes. Well, I guess there's not that many pilots out there that have followed this procedure. It's a pretty exclusive club.-Yeah, yes. I mean, my father and I both fly the Convair and we both fly the Douglas DC-3. He still flies it, I haven't flown the DC-3 for a couple of years now...But, but yeah, they are complex airplanes, but they're great fun. The Convair 580 is still my favorite airplane to fly out of everything and I've flown you know, Metroliners and Saabs, as well, so yeah…! -Wow. So they can find you out at the rudder when people come onboard! Very good and just one question that is inevitable these days: is about...well...the pandemic. You are in one of those parts of the world that have, let's say, they have best managed the whole situation. And so I guess you are now getting to normal almost close to normal?-Yeah, it's getting normal in terms of our domestic environment. We have a level scale so it goes from level one to level four. Level four was locked down. Level three was not much different than lockdown. Level two was when a lot of those restrictions were lifted. We were in that environment for a number of weeks. And then we've just in the last two weeks transitioned back to level one, which is basically life as normal in New Zealand, but we still have very heavy restrictions on international travel into our country. So from a domestic point of view, it just feels like everything's normal again, we can go to sporting matches with stadiums full of people. You know, we can obviously get public transport...there's no restrictions on that. There's no social distancing mandated on the aircraft. So from a business point of view, it makes it a little bit easier to get things back on track, but I think it's going to take a very, very long time, and I think that the economic impact of, of COVID on our domestic market and also the global markets will be huge and is going to be realized over the next six to 12 months. - Did the virus reach the Chatham Islands? -No! didn't reach the Chathams and it didn't reach Norfolk Island. So yeah, that's another reason to travel there. Yeah!-Yeah, definitely! So just for the people that might be interested in flying your airline, they should go and book on the website, right, AirChathams.co.nz and what other ways…? you also offer some tools, panoramic flights, etc. So everything is bookable there?-Yeah, I mean, if you want to just have a look, an understanding of what we do and what aircraft we fly, just go to AirChathams.co.nz. Have a look. And if you want to book a flight, you can do that from the website. We are also on a lot of aggregators throughout the world that actually sell our products. So you can look on Skyscanner and things like that. Believe it or not, you can book a flight on a 1960s Convair via a modern platform. So it's quite quite unique. -Yes, indeed. And I'm going to post a link on the show notes. So it's airchathams.co dot as I said. Great! So it's been so interesting to have this conversation. It's definitely a very unique airline, very unique fleet and very unique network that you are operating. So I guess that's going to be quite interesting. Too many of our listeners a derivation enthusiast and...who knows you might get some of them soon onboard your Convair or your DC-3 or your other aircraft…-It's a very unique family and business and yeah, we're proud of what we've managed to achieve over the years since 1984. And of course you know, the future is going to be interesting as well as we unfortunately have to transition away from Convairs. It'll be a very sad day for us when we have to do that, but we're gonna move into operating more Saabs and potentially more ATRs and...just see where that takes us.-Do you have already a calendar for the retirement of the Convairs? -Yeah, it's been slowly been worked out. We're currently operating three Convairs. One's a a freight craft. So, that one does the flight between, predominantly, Auckland and Christchurch, which are two major cities and New Zealand. And then we have two passenger aircraft, the combis that I've spoken about mainly, and also another aircraft which we purchased from an airline called Era Aviation which were based in Alaska, that was a 50 seat on the air and it was passenger only, but you know, we called key Kiwi ingenuity and we installed seat backs. And we've actually managed to make that aircraft quite effective at carrying both passengers and freight. What we think will happen as towards the latter part of this year, will reduce our fleet to two Convairs and by around mid next year, we'll probably retire both of the Convairs, so we won't be operating anymore and our fleet. Yeah, things can change, but we're currently looking at programs to have our Saab and ATR aircraft upgraded to fly the oceanic routes out to Chatham Islands and Norfolk Island so that they can start to operate on those predominantly Convair sectors.-Ok, so aviation enthusiasts that wish to fly the Convairs have a sort of narrow window of opportunity to do so, provided the travel restrictions are lifted, they will need to hurry up to experience these aircraft before they are gone. Good, thank you very much Duane!, it's been pleasure talking with you and learning about your very unique airline. I will post all the links and information on the show notes so that people can have a look. Thank you very much and have a great week!-Thanks, Miquel!

Did you know / Maritime HistoryThis month in 1955… White Star Line's mv Georgic retired from service, having transported thousands across the Atlantic and later migrants to Australia.  Cruise News:Genting Cruises elevates health and hygiene requirements post COVID19Ships provisions around the world donated to good causesViking launches Viking.TVLindblad offers virtual expeditionsUniworld ready for service when the time is right in 2020QM2 returns home to SouthamptonThe World draws a 5 point star at sea Cruise ReviewRobyn reviews her recent cruise on Tauck River Cruises ms Savor along the Danube (Budapest to Prague). Tauck carry fewer guests on similar sized ships and have more suites and 4 cruise/tour directors for only 130 guests. Robyn was accommodated in a category 3 Loft Suite with panoramic windows.Tauck Info: https://bit.ly/3cmWXLQms Savor Cruises: https://bit.ly/2wOC90N Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Show Sponsors: Cruisefinder.com.au: https://bit.ly/3dBeGRcSandals and Sunsets https://bit.ly/2yPN7Up Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tFCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEIGoogle Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04uSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8TzPocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2MTune in: https://bit.ly/2V0JrrsThe Big Cruise Podcast is brought to you with the help of our friends at CruiseFinder.com.au, with over 30,000 cruises available, most with live availability and pricing. But most importantly every call, chat or email is answered here in Australia by CLIA Cruise accredited specialists. When considering your next cruise visit: www.cruisefinder.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we speak with Jennifer Tombaugh, President of Tauck, a Connecticut-based and family-owned travel company. Jennifer discusses her journey from working in large, Fortune 500 companies like Coca Cola at the start of her career to what led to her decision to join Tauck's business development team 18 years ago. As her role in the company has changed, Jennifer shares insight into her work on the business development team and what goes into being an effective manager all while the travel business changes and grows over time since first joining Tauck.

This weeks show features Larry and Lynda's annual Hawaiian Christmas special enjoy the music. On the show this week we cruise the Danube with Tauck river cruises for a Christmas Markets river cruise. Twas the Night Before Christmas " Cruise Style". In cruise news; Royal Caribbean cancels all active volcano tours, Delta merges with "Wheels Up" to offer the worlds largest private jet fleet.  Nine cruise trends for 2019.  Larry's cruise of the week announces a second sailing of their popular annual Hawaiian Cruise Tour.

In this episode we will be exploring European river cruises, with diverse offerings and updates from the industry's leading lines. Featured Articles:"European River Cruises: More, Bigger, Better" by Lillian Africano

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"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page! - Saint Augustine " On this weeks show we delve into the origins of Disney Cruise Lines, think the "Big Red Boat"  We take a tour thru the Rocky Mountains by train with Tauck tours and Rocky Mountaineer.  In cruise news; a new British owned cruise line is coming to Florida for 2020 Marella Cruises.  New high tech scanners at Tampa can detect weapons of all types not just guns! All of this plus Larry's cruise of the week.

This week we look at the Galapagos itineraries offered by Tauck. Tauck's Galapagos itineraries: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/07/taucks-galapagos-itineraries/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we look at the Galapagos itineraries offered by Tauck. Tauck's Galapagos itineraries: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/07/taucks-galapagos-itineraries/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com

Last month I was joined by Katharine Bonner from Tauck to discuss the company's river cruise product. This week, we will learn more about Tauck's small ship ocean cruises. River Cruise Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/brittonfrost/avid-travel-with-britton-13 Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last month I was joined by Katharine Bonner from Tauck to discuss the company's river cruise product. This week, we will learn more about Tauck's small ship ocean cruises. River Cruise Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/brittonfrost/avid-travel-with-britton-13 Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com

Join me on my podcast as I talk about all things cruises. On my fifteenth episode, I am joined by Katharine Bonner, senior vice president of Tauck River & Ocean Cruises, to talk about the history of Tauck, and a new ship that will cruise the Douro River. Articles mentioned: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/01/tauck-announces-new-douro-river-ship/ https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/02/viking-announces-new-river-cruise-offerings/ https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/02/uniworld-will-launch-four-new-ships-in-2020/ https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/02/riviera-river-cruises-will-launch-two-ships-in-2019/ Check out my writing on www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com Photo courtesy of Tauck See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join me on my podcast as I talk about all things cruises. On my fifteenth episode, I am joined by Katharine Bonner, senior vice president of Tauck River & Ocean Cruises, to talk about the history of Tauck, and a new ship that will cruise the Douro River. Articles mentioned: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/01/tauck-announces-new-douro-river-ship/ https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/02/viking-announces-new-river-cruise-offerings/ https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/02/uniworld-will-launch-four-new-ships-in-2020/ https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/02/riviera-river-cruises-will-launch-two-ships-in-2019/ Check out my writing on www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com Photo courtesy of Tauck

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This week we hear from Annie Rudolph who just returned from her first Tauck luxury river cruise.  From Prague to Budapest, Annie talks about her first impressions of Tauck's MS Savor, life aboard and all of the special, exclusive Tauck events in cities on their river cruise.  Ever wonder what it's really like to cruise aboard a truly all-inclusive river ship? Annie tells all plus what you can expect for shore excursions, night-time events and dining aboard MS Savor.   For more information and everything you need to know about river cruises, visit GuideToRiverCruising.com Have a question or just completed a river cruise? Contact me at sherry@rivercruiseradio.com  

Gary Bembridge author of "The Cruise Traveler's Handbook" provides another 60-Second Cruise Tip. For more visit 60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn RadioSolo Travellers Saving Money: Part ThreeThe cruising industry is looking at making cruising financially more attractive to solo travellers who usually have had to pay large surcharges to stay in cabins designed for twin occupancy. Over the next few episodes I will share tips for solo travellers wanting to go cruising, for example: Consider European river cruising.Many of the river cruising lines, including Tauck and Uniworld, operating in Europe waive surcharges on many of their cruises through the year. This form of cruising usually offer more deals for solo guests than their ocean counterparts. It is with asking your travel agent to check which are offering deals when you want to travel and sign up for the email newsletters of lines to get alerts of deals.Set up a Google alert for solo travel deals.If you google “cruise deals for single travellers” or “cruise deals for solo travellers” you will find the latest deals. If you set up an alert and define how often you want to receive them (e.g. Weekly, daily etc) you will be alerted when lines are offering lower surcharges, or waiving them all together, on specific sailings or over a certain period.

Tom Armstrong joins Ken Preuss today to discuss the amazing hosted excursions by one of the oldest family owned tour companies - Tauck TourseTravel Unlimited where we make your legal travel fantasies a reality. Listen each week as we discuss fantastic destinations, talk about all the issues surrounding travel and how to book the best values in travel around the world. WeBNeT Online Radio Network. Be sure to log on to http://www.etravelinsider.com to win great prizes!

Tom Armstrong joins Ken Preuss today to discuss the amazing hosted excursions by one of the oldest family owned tour companies - Tauck TourseTravel Unlimited where we make your legal travel fantasies a reality. Listen each week as we discuss fantastic destinations, talk about all the issues surrounding travel and how to book the best values in travel around the world. WeBNeT Online Radio Network. Be sure to log on to http://www.etravelinsider.com to win great prizes!