TIQUE Talks: The Business Podcast for Travel Advisors

219. Hot Take: How To Fire A Client

22 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join the Waitlist for The Travel Business Intensive by TIQUE! Some clients are dream bookings. Others make you question your career choices before you...

218. FAMs: Before, During & After with Carrie Wallace

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Cozy Earth - Use code COZYTIQUE at checkoutFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation photographyTrave...

217. Hot Take: How To Start A Business From Nothing

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Started your travel business with zero network, zero book of business, and zero luxury clients? Same! In this Hot Take, Robin and Jennifer discuss wha...

216. Don’t Assume A DMC Will Break Your Client's Budget with Jonathan Epstein

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Cozy Earth - Use code COZYTIQUE for 20% offFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation photographyTrave...

215. Hot Take: You Should List Your Pricing

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

TIQUE’S TRAVEL ADVISOR APPRECIATION SALE IS LIVE! Enjoy 20% OFF May 4th-8th → SHOP NOWShould you put your pricing on your website? Yes. Full stop....

214. Creating Seamless Multi-Destination Trips with a DMC with Milena Stancati

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Cozy Earth - Use code COZYTIQUE for 20% offFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation photographyTrave...

213. Hot Take: A Real Business Costs Real Money

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

TIQUE’S TRAVEL ADVISOR APPRECIATION SALE IS LIVE! Enjoy 20% OFF May 4th-8th → SHOP NOWYou thought starting a travel business meant freedom, flexib...

212. Booking A Group: Step By Step with Marilyn Cairo

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Travel Collection - Connect and learn more about TC’s DMCsFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation...

211. Hot Take: Running A Business Reliant on Global Climate

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The world feels chaotic and your clients can feel it too. So what actually happens to your business when uncertainty hits? And more importantly, how d...

210. What It Means To Create A Long-Term Career in Travel with Meredith Calloway

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Travel Collection - Connect and learn more about TC’s DMCsFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation...

209. Hot Take: Stop Avoiding Loom

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re still not using Loom, you’re making your sales process harder than it needs to be. Robin and Jennifer break down how voice, tone, and st...

208. Why Relationships Impact The Authenticity of Your Itineraries with Madi Lang

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Travel Collection - Connect and learn more about TC’s DMCsFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation...

207. Hot Take: Stop Researching Hotels

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel like you’re drowning in hotel research, this is your sign to stop trying to do it all! In this extra spicy Hot Take, Robin and Jennifer ...

206. How Hiring A VA Amplifies Your Ability To Scale with Chelsey Benkner

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling overwhelmed but not sure if you’re “ready” to hire help? Chelsea Benkner, founder of Outwork Collective, shares how her own struggle to ...

205. Hot Take: You Don't Need 1:1 Coaching

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robin and Jennifer challenge the idea that you need one-on-one coaching to grow your business. After investing in coaching themselves, they give their...

204. How To Calculate Your Planning Fee with Sarah Eppler

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jennifer talks with Sarah Eppler, a Niche community member who used the Seven Figure Sales tools to rebuild her service suite around real profitabilit...

203. Hot Take: Host vs. Advisor Responsibilities

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about switching host agencies or going independent? In this Hot Take, Robin and Jennifer break down the difference between travel advisor res...

202. What It Means To "Go All In" On Your Travel Business with Gia Lee

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Luxury travel advisor Gia Lee started her business with no clients, no track record, and no industry experience. One year later, she scaled to over $2...

201. Hot Take: Should You Book Apartments

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Apartments and Airbnbs might seem like a great option for clients traveling with groups, but they can quickly become an advisor’s biggest headache. ...

200. How SEO Is Changing with AI with Lauren Kutschke

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Many business owners still think SEO is about keywords and blog posts. But AI has completely changed how people search. Today’s search results aren’...

199. Hot Take: You Could Be Making Expensive Mistakes

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Moving fast in business can cost you. In this Hot Take, Jennifer shares two expensive mistakes from her early travel advisor days and the systems she ...

198. Group Trips To Sell with Megan Grant Pederson

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about launching a group trip? Before you pick a destination and start marketing it, listen to this! Megan Grant Pederson of Cherish Tours sha...

197. Hot Take: How To Win Industry Awards

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Awards look impressive, but they are not the true measure of a thriving business. In this spicy Hot Take, Jennifer and Robin unpack the pressure to ch...

196. Enhancing Itineraries With Custom Experiences with Rob Keen

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Flights and hotels may get booked first, but experiences are what clients remember most. Rob Keen of Project Expedition joins this episode to share ho...

195. Hot Take: Stop Looking For The Magic Unicorn Hire

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone wants a “unicorn hire” - someone who can manage client experience, handle marketing, audit invoices, run social media, and basically fix ...

194. How To Thoughtfully Plan Accessible Travel with Karen Morales

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After living with a degenerative muscle disease and experiencing an accident that limited her independence, Karen Morales began adapting travel for he...

193. Hot Take: Some People Will Never Be Your Clients

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

They’re liking your posts. They’re asking about your business. They’re booking…without you. And it’s driving you insane. In this Hot Take, J...

192. What Social Media Platforms To Use For Your Target Audience with Caroline Langdon

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Not all social media platforms are created equal, and not all of them deserve your time. In this episode, Caroline Langdon of Impact Media House talks...

191. Hot Take: You Need A CRM

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the spiciest Hot Take yet, Jennifer and Robin call out a problem they didn’t realize was this widespread: successful travel advisors running enti...

190. How To Leverage Consortia Benefits As A Travel Advisor with Karryn Christopher

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most travel advisors say they’re “part of a consortium”, but very few actually know what that means for their business. In this episode, Karryn ...

189. Hot Take: The Trend of Business Partnerships

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Many advisors are starting to ask the same question: Should I get a business partner?Burnout, isolation, and wearing every hat in the business has man...

188. How A 5-Star Concierge Approaches Travel Advising Differently with Jessica Gorman

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Five-star service has less to do with planning, and more to do with people. Former Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis concierge turned travel advisor, Jessica...

187. Hot Take: Should You Have A Service Suite

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are you doing way more work for your clients than they actually need…and getting paid the same no matter what? In this Hot Take, Jennifer and Robin ...

186. The Value Of Certifications In the Travel Industry with Guida Botelho

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Guida Botelho from The Travel Institute joins this episode to talk about the significance of certifications for travel advisors. She shares her career...

185. Hot Take: 2026 Travel Trends

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Something has quietly shifted in the travel industry and advisors are feeling it. In this Hot Take, Jennifer and Robin talk about a pattern that’s s...

184. Managing Your Sales Pipeline with Sara Murray

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sales doesn’t have to feel awkward or pushy and this episode proves it! Sales strategist Sarah Murray returns to discuss what actually moves clients...

183. Hot Take: Charging Cancellation Fees

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cancellation fees: rude or required? In this Hot Take, Jennifer and Robin explain the significance of implementing a cancellation fee to protect your ...

182. The Recipe For A High-Converting Website with Ingrid Urena

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A beautiful website means nothing if it doesn’t make people click, book, or buy. Ingrid Urena of Penguin Designing joins this episode to answer the ...

181. Hot Take: January Is Not For Hiring

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If January has you overwhelmed and considering hiring help, this episode is a must-listen! Jennifer and Robin explain why January is not the right tim...

180. Creating An IC Mentorship Program with Explorateur Travel

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Download the FREE Job Descriptions for Travel Business Roles: tiquehq.com/job-descriptions?utm_source=Podcast+Episode+180&utm_medium=Podcast+Shown...

179. Hot Take: What We Learned From 2025

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2025 taught us a lot…and not all of it was comfortable. In this Hot Take, Jennifer and Robin reflect on the lessons that shaped the past year: why g...

178. The Difference Between Marketing & Sales with Anthony Cifelli

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Download the FREE Sales Call Roadmap: tiquehq.com/sales-call?utm_source=Podcast+Episode+148&utm_medium=Podcast+Shownotes&utm_campaign=Sales+Ca...

177. Hot Take: Why You Should Focus On Sales Instead of Marketing

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your Instagram posts look good but your calendar is still wide open, this episode explains why. Marketing is louder than ever, but buyers are savvi...

176. Selling & Serving Luxury Cruise Clients with Kemi Wells-Conrad

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Download the FREE Sales Call Roadmap: tiquehq.com/sales-call?utm_source=Podcast+Episode+148&utm_medium=Podcast+Shownotes&utm_campaign=Sales+Ca...

175. Hot Take: 5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before 2026

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As the new year approaches, Robin and Jennifer discuss the five questions every advisor should ask themselves before January 1st. These questions will...

174. What You Need In A Task Management System with Sarah Wills

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Download the FREE Tech Stack Checklist: tiquehq.com/tech-stack?utm_source=Podcast+Episode+154&utm_medium=Podcast+Episode+154&utm_campaign=Tech...

173. Hot Take: Should You Change Your CRM

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s question is one that hits Tique’s inbox at least once a day: Should I change my CRM? Jennifer, Robin, and Ashlyn (Tique’s workflow guru ...

172. Top Traits Of Successful Travel Advisors with Jenn Lee

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

THE 2026 ROADMAP: MASTERING AI FOR GROWTH  Tickets Now Available! → tiquehq.com/ai   Everyone wants the secret sauce to becoming a success...

171. Hot Take: Hotel Bookings

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to keep clients coming back all year long? This Hot Take dives into one of the most overlooked revenue streams in the industry: hotel bookings. ...

170. How To Reset After Setbacks In Life & Business with Rebecca Guthrie

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JOIN THE WAITLIST → tiquehq.com/ai TIQUE x Kha Ly: The AI Masterclass for Travel Advisors   Rebecca Guthrie, a tech founder who has navigated s...

169. Hot Take: Your December Checklist

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JOIN THE WAITLIST → tiquehq.com/ai TIQUE x Kha Ly: The AI Masterclass for Travel Advisors   If you think you can wait until January to set 2026...

168. How To Sell A Million In Your First Year with Katie Gibson

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

→ IT’S TIQUE’S BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR! November 24th - December 1st |  Get 25% off with code Black Friday   This episode is fuel for an...

167. Hot Take: The Promise Of A Planning Fee

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

→ JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY ←   This week’s Hot Take covers the always spicy topic - planning fees. During a recent presentation for the Tra...

166. How Travel Advisors Are Using AI To Stay Irreplaceable with Kha Ly

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JOIN THE WAITLIST → tiquehq.com/ai TIQUE x Kha Ly: The AI Masterclass for Travel Advisors   The robots aren’t coming for your job, but the ad...

165. Hot Take: Why You Need A Digital Detox

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

→ JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY ←   Feeling fried, foggy, or like your brain is running 47 tabs at once? You are definitely not the only one! In t...

164. Why You Should Trademark Your Brand with Zara Young

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your logo, your name, your content…if you don’t protect it, a copycat might steal it. Zara Young, founder of boutique law firm Watson and Young, j...

163. Hot Take: Practicing What We Preach

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

→ JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY ←   This week’s Hot Take is a little different. No industry headlines, no Q&A, just Robin and Jennifer walki...

162. How To Get Featured In The Press with Mindy Poder

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve nailed your Instagram content and you’re growing your email list, but when was the last time you pitched yourself to the press? Mindy Poder...

161. Hot Take: Preparing For Wave Season

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

→ JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY ←   This week’s Hot Take tackles a question from a Niche community member about how to prepare your business for...

160. What To Do If You Have Imposter Syndrome with Kerry Dyer

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY → Mark your calendar for Rep Rundown - Happening Oct. 29th & 30th!   If you’ve ever walked into a room full of s...

159. Hot Take: Commission Reconciliation

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever realized you didn’t get paid because you missed one tiny step? This week’s Hot Take question comes from Katherine, who recently disc...

158. Do You Have A Sellable Travel Business? with Shay Bacani

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY → Mark your calendar for Rep Rundown - Happening Oct. 29th & 30th!   Think your business isn’t “sellable”? T...

157. Hot Take: Breaking Through The 2 Million Sales Plateau

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you go from “I want to hit $2 million” to actually doing it? This week’s Hot Take comes from Winnie, who asked: “I would love to hear m...

156. Group Bookings 101: Contract vs. Flex with Ateet Ajuha

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do group bookings make your head spin? Let’s fix that! Ateet Ahuja, founder of Indian Destination Wedding, joins Jennifer to unpack the difference b...

155. Hot Take: Trade Shows

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the Niche community, a member recently asked how to prepare for ILTM, and it sparked a bigger conversation: how do you really prepare for trade sho...

154. How To Organize And Store Industry Contacts with Kristen Heitman

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Purchase the ClickUp Business Hub Template: an all-in-one digital workspace built specifically for travel advisors to organize and streamline the back...

153. Hot Take: Boundaries & Burnout

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The line between serving your clients and sacrificing yourself can get blurry fast. In this Hot Take, Jennifer and Robin dig into a challenge almost e...

152. The Legalities Of Selling With AI with Paige Griffith

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paige Griffith, small business attorney and founder of The Legal Paige, is back! This time she’s tackling the hot topic of AI in the travel industry...

151. Hot Take: Holiday Spending Trends

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Consumer gift spending is dropping this holiday season…but travel spending is rising. That means your clients are ready to swap sweaters for plane t...

150. What Every Advisor Needs To Know About Protecting Client Data with Kacie Darden

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

TIQUE’S BIRTHDAY SALE IS LIVE!  Sept. 22nd-26th | Get 15% Off!   One hacked email could cost your business six figures (seriously!). Kacie...

149. Hot Take: Should You Bring On ICs

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s Hot Take comes from Niche member Megan, who’s debating a big agency growth move: bring on independent contractors or hire employees? J...

148. How A Hotel Prepares for Your Client with Candice Berger

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Your Calendars for TIQUE’S BIRTHDAY SALE!  Sept. 22nd-26th | Get 15% Off!   Boutique hotels may look effortless on the outside, but b...

147. Hot Take: Generating Leads When You're Not Gaining Traction

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s Hot Take answers a big question from Niche member Simone: how do you actually build a book of business as a travel advisor? Jennifer and...

146. Turning Theme Park Travel Into A Luxury Experience with Lauren Quirk

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for a fun and inspiring conversation with Lauren Quirk, Founder of Travel With Character®! Lauren is proof that theme park travel can be ju...

145. Hot Take: What “Luxury Travel” Really Means in 2025

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Luxury” has officially become the most overused word in travel, and in this Hot Take, Robin and Jennifer are calling it out. They break down the ...

144. How To Be A Mentor In A Competitive Industry with Rebecca Alesia

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Behind every thriving travel advisor is a mentor who believed in them first. In this episode, Rebecca Alessia, owner of Wonderology Luxury Travel Expe...

143. Hot Take: Low-Cost Marketing For Travel Advisors

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the new “Hot Take” series! Each Friday, Jennifer and Robin will bring you timely, bite-sized conversations designed to give travel advi...

142. How To Be An Advocate For A Destination with Dr. Paige Viren

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really mean to advocate for the destinations you send clients to? Dr. Paige Viren, an accomplished leader in sustainable tourism, shares ...

141. How To Take A Break From Your Business

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it’s for maternity leave, a medical emergency, or just a much-needed reset, taking a break from your business can feel overwhelming. In this...

140. Behind The Scenes Of A Host Agency with Keith Waldon

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what really goes into running a high-performing host agency? Keith Walden, founder of Departure Lounge, shares how he built a values-dri...

139. Why You Need A True Operations Strategy To Scale with Melissa Franks

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you have ever felt like you’re the glue holding your business together or that stepping away for even a day would send everything into chaos, thi...

138. Client Experience Series: In-Destination Management & Post Travel Follow Up

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode wraps up the Client Experience Summer Series with a deep dive into in-destination management and post travel follow-up. Robin and Jennife...

137. Client Experience Series: Confirming & Nurturing The Booking

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most overlooked parts of the client experience actually happens after they say yes to the proposal. In this episode, Robin and Jennifer bre...

136. Client Experience Series: The Proposal

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Creating a travel proposal is more than plugging numbers into a spreadsheet. It’s about telling a story your client wants to step into. In this epis...

135. Client Experience Series: The Intake Call

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your intake call isn’t just a casual chat. It’s your power move. In this episode, Jennifer and Robin share why this second step in your client exp...

134. Client Experience Series: The Inquiry

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the kickoff episode of this year’s summer series, Robin and Jennifer take a closer look at the inquiry phase, the first step in the client journe...

133. Running a Business That Doesn't Run You with Lizzie Alex

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your business is leaving you drained, this episode might be the reset you need! Lizzie Alex, Senior Travel Advisor and Director of the D.A. Luxury ...

132. Organically Growing A Team Of Advisors with Sarah Fazendin

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really take to build a high-performing team in the travel industry? Sarah Fazendin, founder of Videre Travel, spills it all. From solo ad...

131. Is A Membership Model Right For Your Travel Business? with Stephanie Malakie

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie Malakie, founder of Empress Travel Club, discusses a business model that’s gaining serious traction in the luxury travel world: membership...

130. How To Convert Your Social Media Followers To Loyal Clients with Katie Brown

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Followers are great, but clients pay the bills! Katie Brown, founder of Hey Party People and a top-performing agent at Travelmation, tackles a questio...

129. Why Letting Go Might Be The Smartest Growth Move You Make with Lindsey Epperly

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like your business can’t grow unless you’re in control of everything? Think again! Lindsey Epperly, Founder and Chairwoman of Jetset Wor...

128. The Parallels Between Project Management & Travel Advising with Cara Donleavy

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What do construction sites and luxury vacations have in common? A lot more than you’d think! This episode explores the parallels between project man...

127. How Niching Down Can Actually Increase Your Profit with Lori Gold

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

→ Sun & Sand Client Communication Templates: Your go-to workflow for smooth, stress-free beach and all-inclusive bookings.   Ever feel like...

126. What Your Brand Colors Are Saying To Your Potential Clients with Amandolin Webb

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Colors do more for your brand than just look pretty. Amandolin Webb of Smeuse Studio dives into the psychology of color and how it plays a major role ...

125. Why Your Workflows Need Personalization

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A seamless client experience doesn’t happen by accident - it’s built with intention. Tique’s Workflow Manager, Ashlyn Puckett, shares why niche ...

124. How To Break Into Selling African Safaris with Clint Saint

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to confidently break into a new niche - specifically the wild world of safari travel! In this episode, Clint Saint, owner of Live Life Afric...

123. How To Get A Client To Commit To A Budget with Courtney Gardner

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Budget discussions with clients aren’t always easy, but what if they didn’t have to be so awkward? Courtney Gardner, founder of Fisher and Stout, ...

122. Why You Need Community To Be Successful In Travel

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY    What if the key to unlocking your next level isn’t just strategy but connection? In this episode, Robin and Je...

121. How to Enhance Your Client’s Celebrations with Jim Augerinos

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What makes a trip truly unforgettable? Celebrations! Whether it's a honeymoon, anniversary, or a milestone birthday, these moments deserve more than a...

120. The Real Cost of Running A Travel Business with Kemi Wells-Conrad

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Running a travel business isn’t just about booking dreamy getaways. It takes strategy, smart money moves, and strong industry connections. Kemi Well...