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The Insider Travel Report Podcast

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Discover Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Sell U.S. Virgin Islands

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Henman, assistant commissioner of tourism for the U.S. Virgin Islands, talks with Alan Fine of ...

Why Turks and Caicos Is Growing as a High-End Destination for Travel Advisors

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Pennicook, interim CEO of Experience Turks and Caicos, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel R...

Why Travel Advisors Should Sell Saint Lucia for Sustainable Luxury and High Commissions

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lewis Louis, CEO of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report...

Why Travel Advisors Should Attend IGTM, the Top Golf Travel Trade Show

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fiona Ashton, event manager for the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM), talks with James Shilli...

Why Dominica Is the Caribbean’s Rising Star for Eco-Luxury and Adventure Travel

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marva Williams, CEO and director of tourism for Discover Dominica, talks with Alan Fine of Insider T...

Sponsored Video: Why Now is the Time to Get to Know Celestyal

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s new, what’s next, and why NOW is the perfect time to take another look at Celestyal.

What Makes Dining Aboard Celestyal Journey So Personalized

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ray Gonsalves, restaurant manager for Celestyal Journey, talks with Jennifer Lutz of Insider Travel ...

Why the Cayman Islands’ “Eight Is the New Seven” Vacation Deal Is Perfect for Summer Travel

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gary Hendrick Dominguez, deputy director of international marketing and promotions for the Cayman Is...

How Is Celestyal Helping Travel Advisors Sell Small-Ship Greece Cruises?

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie McDonald, trade training and development manager for Celestyal Cruises, talks with Jennife...

Why Travel Advisors Should Take Another Look at Antigua and Barbuda

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Colin James, CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Trave...

What Makes Celestyal’s Excursions So Unique?

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sharon Law, shore excursion manager for Celestyal Journey, talks with Jennifer Lutz of Insider Trave...

Why Should Travel Advisors Join Team Anguilla?

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jameel Rochester, director; Shantell Richardson, deputy director; and the Hon. Cardigan Connor, mini...

Sponsored Interview: Inside AmaWaterways - New Ships, Travel Trends, the Future of River Cruising

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kristin Karst, co-founder and chief brand ambassador, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel...

Reveal Berkshire Hathaway’s Revolutionary Travel Insurance Product Launch

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dean Sivley, president of Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insi...

How Travel Advisors Can Sell Disneyland’s 70th

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jodi Bainter, vice president of domestic leisure sales for Disney Destinations, talks with Jennifer ...

Why Become an ASTA Verified Travel Advisor

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Melinda Fortunato, owner of Best Travel in Washington, D.C., talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider...

Discover a Luxury Hideaway at Serras Barcelona

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Antonio Bignoni, chief operating officer for the Serras Collection, talks with James Shillinglaw of ...

How Expedia TAAP Supports Advisors with Bookable Product and Technology

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Robin Lawther, vice president of Expedia TAAP (Travel Agent Affiliate Program), talks with James Shi...

How Six Senses Ninh Van Bay Turns Sustainability Into a Luxury Experience

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nga Ding, sustainability manager for Six Senses Ninh Van Bay in Vietnam, talks with Jennifer Lutz of...

A Luxurious Stay at the Almanac Barcelona

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sandra Jimenez, general manager of Almanac Barcelona, talks with James Shillinglaw about her wonderf...

Virtual Roadshow: What Makes for a Great Luxury Ocean or River Cruise in 2025

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What do luxury river cruises offer that sets them apart today? What kind innovative itineraries and ...

Virtual Roadshow: How to Design the Perfect Luxury Trip

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When developing a great luxury trip, it’s essential to turn to the experts—the destination manag...

Virtual Roadshow: How to Choose the Right Place to Stay for Your Luxury Clients

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You can book luxury hotels and resorts or you can find alternative accommodations when selling luxur...

Virutal Roadshow: How to Choose the Perfect Luxury Tour

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tour operators and guided vacation companies often have the ideal programs for high-end clients, off...

Virtual Roadshow: How Luxury Expedition Cruises Have Changed the Market

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In just the last five years, a new slate of luxury expedition ships has come to dominate the market....

Virtual Roadshow: How Are Destinations Marketing Themselves to the Luxury Traveler Today? (Part Two)

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Countries, cities and regions are increasingly working to target luxury travelers. How are they work...

Virtual Roadshow: How Are Destinations Marketing Themselves to the Luxury Traveler Today? (Part One)

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Countries, cities and regions are increasingly working to target luxury travelers. How are they work...

How InterContinental Danang Blends Luxury with Endangered Monkeys

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Hamilton, director of marketing for the Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort in Viet Na...

Finding Modern Luxury at Europe’s Almanac Hotels

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jan Mindermann, senior vice president-operations for Almanac Hotels, talks with James Shillinglaw of...

Get an Update on Tourism to Barcelona from the CEO

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mateu Hernández, CEO of Barcelona Tourism, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report ab...

How Nobu Hotel Barcelona Merges Sustainability With Luxury

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alberto Selas, general manager of Nobu Hotel Barcelona, talks with Jennifer Lutz of Insider Travel R...

Why This Luxury ”Travel Butler” Joined Traveller Made

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Holland, founder of Travel Simplicity and a charter member of Serandipians by Traveller Made, ...

What Makes These Two Cartagena Hotels Stand Out

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Angie Pineda, sales and marketing manager for Hotel Casa San Agustín and Hotel Casa Pestagua, talks...

Why Four Seasons Has Two Distinct Hotels in Bogotá

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Natalie Galvis, assistant director of sales for Four Seasons, talks with Michaela Guzy of Insider Tr...

Sponsored Interview: Celebrating 75 Years of Club Med All-Inclusive Resorts

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Heckman, National Director of Sales Strategy at Club Med, joins James Shillinglaw of Insider ...

Why This Luxury Travel Advisor Joined Traveller Made

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dana White, founder of Lead Explorers, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how joini...

Why Traveller Made Travel Advisors Are Valuable to High-End DMCs

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Rabinor, founder and CEO of Journey Mexico, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about...

How Accor Is Using Traveller Made to Reach Luxury Clients

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pascal Visintainer, global chief sales officer for Accor Luxury and Lifestyle, talks with Alan Fine ...

How Accor Is Using Traveller Made to Reach Luxury Clients

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pascal Visintainer, global chief sales officer for Accor Luxury and Lifestyle, talks with Alan Fine ...

What Makes the Traveller Made Luxury Network Unique?

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Quentin Desurmont, founder and president of Traveller Made, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel R...

How Norwegian Aqua Reinvents the Prima Class Experience

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Herrera, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line, speaks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel R...

Where to Stay in Luxury in an Abbey Overlooking the Hudson

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Garret Corcoran, general manager of the Abbey Inn & Spa, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider...

How Fora Travel Is Finding New Ways to Sell Travel

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Henley Vazquez, co-founder of New York-based Fora Travel, talks with Amy Tate of Insider Travel abou...

What the Numbers Say About Virtuoso Travel Today

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Kolner, executive vice president of luxury travel network Virtuoso, talks with James Shillingl...

A Boutique Grows in Brooklyn With Gourmet Dining and More

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report talks with Nik Patel, co-founder of 42 Hotel, and Chef Er...

Virtual Roadshows: How Destinations Cater to Destination Weddings, Honeymoons and Romance Travel

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Top destinations around the world can help you plan and execute the perfect destination wedding or h...

How to Sell Viva Cruises’ New Luxury Product and More

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Dennis, vice president of sales for Viva Cruises in the U.S., Canada and South America, talks w...

Virtual Roadshow: How to Use a Tour Operator or DMC to Plan a Honeymoon or Destination Wedding

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of destination weddings and honeymoons, the first thing that might not come to mind i...

What’s Next for Viva Cruises -- Luxury ”Viva Boutique”

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea Kruse, CEO of Viva Cruises, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the all-inclu...

Virtual Roadshow: How to Plan the Perfect Honeymoon or Destination Wedding

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You may consider yourself to be an expert in planning honeymoons and destination weddings, but there...

Why TAP Air Portugal Could Be Your Best Way to Get to Europe

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carlos Antunes, director for the Americas for TAP Air Portugal, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insi...

Virtual Roadshow: Choosing an All-Inclusive Resort for a Destination Wedding or Honeymoon (Part 2)

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For a destination wedding or honeymoon, the right choice for your clients often is an all-inclusive ...

Virtual Roadshow: Choosing an All-Inclusive Resort for a Destination Wedding or Honeymoon (Part 1)

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For a destination wedding or honeymoon, the right choice for your clients often is an all-inclusive ...

Where Your Clients Can Get a Great Biking Experience-Plus!

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Maria Elena Malpezzi-Price, co-owner of ExperiencePlus! Bike Tours, talks with James Shillinglaw abo...

How Courtnie Nichols Took Her Travel Business to the Next Level

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Courtnie Nichols, CEO & founder of TravelBash, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Re...

Rediscover Shangri-La at This Historic Island Paradise in Mauritus

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Frédéric de Marcy Chelin, general manager at Shangri-La Le Touessrok, talks with James Shillinglaw...

What’s New at Mandarin Oriental, Munich

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Suter, general manager of the Mandarin Oriental, Munich, speaks with Michaela Guzy of Insider T...

Where Hyatt Is Focused on Hotel Development in the U.S.

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Hansen, head of Americas development and global head of Hyatt Studios, talks with James Shilling...

Why Wales Is the Hot Destination in the U.S. These Days

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Will Cairns, founder of Active England Tours, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report ...

Finding a Blue Apple on the Beach in Cartagena

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Portia Hart, owner and manager of Blue Apple Beach, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel R...

Reinventing a Landmark Hotel in the Heart of Manhattan

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Chapman, complex general manager of The Benjamin Royal Sonesta, talks with James Shillinglaw o...

What’s New on Norwegian’s Newest Prima Plus Class

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Chernesky, senior vice president of North America sales for Norwegian Cruise Line, talks with A...

How Victory Cruises Delivers European-Style Cruising in North America

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shelly Hartfield, vice president of destinations for Victory Cruise Lines, speaks with Alan Fine of ...

Sponsored Interview: Discover the Collette Premium Experience

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie Mirando, senior vice president of global marketing at Collette, talks with James Shillingl...

How to Find Your Shangri-La in Toronto

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kari Koskela, general manager of Shangri-La Toronto, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel ...

Discover the Newly Refurbished Rio Las Vegas

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Miller, president of Rio Las Vegas, takes James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report on a to...

How Spotlight Nevada Promoted the State’s Attractions and Resorts

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly Messina, senior director of leisure sales for the Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authorit...

Discover Miami Beach’s Newest Art-Deco Boutique

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guillermo Ortega, general manager of Hotel Continental, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Trav...

Discover the Cadillac Hotel on Miami Beach

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Craig Richison, area director of sales for Hersha Hospitality Management, which manages the Cadillac...

Where to Find Great Italian Cooking on Miami Beach

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chef Luigi Iannuario, executive chef at Donna Mare Italian Chophouse talks with James Shillinglaw of...

How MSC World America Redefines Family Cruising

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Matteo Mancini, senior manager of kids and family entertainment for MSC Cruises, talks with Alan Fin...

Victory Cruise Line Makes a Return to the Great Lakes

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Waggoner, CEO of Victory Cruise Line, speaks to Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the re...

How AmaWaterways Made Its Debut in Colombia

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kristin Karst, co-founder and chief brand ambassador for AmaWaterways, talks with James Shillinglaw ...

Barbados Makes a Play for More Cruises

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea Franklin, CEO of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Tra...

How St. Kitts Caters to the Cruise Market

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Melnecia Marshall, deputy chief executive officer for the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, talks with Ja...

How Hurtigruten Plans to Get to Net-Zero Cruising

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gerry Larsson-Fedde, chief operating officer of Hurtigruten, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider...

Why the Bahamas Has Focused So Heavily on Cruising

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Latia Duncombe, director general of the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, tal...

How Aurora Offers a Very Different Kind of Expedition Cruise

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Tanguay, global head of sales for Aurora Expeditions, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider ...

How a New River Cruise Line Will Serve the Growing Groups Market

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hans Rood, CEO of Transcend Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how...

How Malta Is Becoming Med’s Best Cruise Port

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carlo Micallef, CEO of the Malta Tourism Authority, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel R...

Explore the Rivers of China with Century Cruises

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Fredericks, senior vice president-sales and marketing for Century Cruises, talks with James Sh...

How Explora Journeys Is Evolving as a Luxury Lifestyle Brand

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explora Journeys’ Anna Nash, global president, and Chris Austin, president-North America, talk wit...

Meet the New CEO of National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Natalya Leahy, CEO of National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insi...

How to Discover Nevis with Nevis Sun Tours

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Greg Phillip, founder of Nevis Sun Tours, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at t...

Discover the Most Innovative Sailing Ship in the World

20 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Philippe Hetland Brault, CEO of Orient Express Sailing Yachts, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insid...

Explore the World’s Most Exotic Rivers and Seas with Aqua

20 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Francesco Galli Zugaro, CEO of Aqua Expeditions, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Repo...

Why Margaritaville at Sea Has Locked in the Value Market for Cruising

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ron Gulasky, senior vice president-sales at Margaritaville at Sea, talks with James Shillinglaw of I...

How Windstar Is Becoming a Force in Premium Boutique Cruising

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Prelog, president of Windstar Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report a...

Mark Conroy On a Life Spent in Cruising

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Conroy, veteran cruise executive and now a consultant with Mark S. Conroy & Associates, ref...

How Susana McCurdy Found Success with Brownell Travel

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Susana McCurdy, owner of McCurdy Luxury Travel in Las Vegas, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider...

What Makes Paris’ Hôtel Majestic & Spa Ideal for Families and Wellness

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pierre Pinon, general manager of Hôtel Majestic & Spa, a member of Preferred Hotel's luxury col...

How Anne Bluntzer’s Agency Found Success with Brownell Travel

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anne Bluntzer, owner of Bluntzer Travel in San Antonio, Texas, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insid...

How The Londoner Blends Art, Film, Culture and Five-Star Hospitality

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Katzenberg, general manager of The Londoner, a Preferred Hotel on London's Leicester Square,...

Why Lauren Solas Found the Right Home with Brownell Travel

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lauren Jones, owner of Solas Travels in Long Beach, Calif., a top Brownell-affiliated travel advisor...

How The Palace Hotel Madrid Has Been Restored to Its Former Glory

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew Dixon, managing partner of Archer Hotel Management, owner of The Palace Hotel Madrid, talks ...

How Brownell Selects and Works With Preferred Partners

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cathryn Norton, director of partner relationships at Brownell Travel, and Austin Leatherberry, direc...

How Smartvel Delivers the Right Travel Content at the Right Time

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Iñigo Valenzuela, founder and CEO of Smartvel, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Repor...

Meet the Next Generation of Brownell Travel

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Margaret Haas, director of advisor development at Brownell Travel, talks with James Shillinglaw of I...

How Exeter International Goes Beyond the Ordinary Europe

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gwen Kozlowski, president of Exeter International, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Re...

How Exeter International Goes Beyond the Ordinary Europe

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gwen Kozlowski, president of Exeter International, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Re...