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The Insider Travel Report Podcast

Insider Travel Report

Insider Travel Report assists travel advisors by discussing the changing travel landscape with a line-up of special guests VIP guests, the movers and shakers...

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15:43

How Host Agency Trevello Is Making a Major Move into...

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2025/02/06

Morris Chia, founder and CEO of Trevello Travel Group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how his Canadian host travel agency is expanding into the U.S. with its purchase of Gifted Travel Network (GTN). He also tells us what role Andy Stuart, former CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line, will play as co-chairman and co-founder of Trevello as it seeks to grow the agency here. For more information, visit www.trevello.com or www.giftedtravelnetwork.com. All our Insider Travel Report

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07:30

How to Stay in Luxury at the Saxon in South Africa

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2025/02/05

George Cohen, managing director of the Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the ILTM Cannes luxury travel show last December. Cohen describes his quintessential luxury hotel located in Johannesburg, with great rooms and suites, fine dining and a true South African experience. For more information, visit www.saxon.co.za All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport),

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27:35

Where Collette Stands Today and Where It’s Heading

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2025/02/05

Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, president and CEO of Collette, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how her tour company has evolved since she became CEO two years ago. Leibl-Cote details what destinations Collette goes to today and what tour products it offers in the premium market, including two countries she just got back from, Kenya and Tanzania. She also talks about how Collette supports the travel advisor community with multiple initiatives. For more information, visit

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19:38

Why Riviera Now Offers Much More Than the Rivers of...

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2025/02/04

Marilyn Conroy, executive vice president-sales and marketing, for Riviera Travel talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her company’s recent name change (from Riviera River Cruises) She also provides details on improvements in Riviera’s fleet, new longer itineraries, and new ways Riviera is working to support travel advisors. For more information, visit www.rivierarivercruises.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel

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06:00

Discover One of the Newest Luxury Hotels in Prague

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2025/02/04

Gerhard Struger, general manager of the Fairmont Golden Prague, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, at last December’s ILTM Cannes luxury show about his hotel, one of the newest in the Czech capital. Struger gives us details on the hotel, the accommodations, dining and great location in the heart of Prague. For more information, visit www.goldenpraguehotel.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel

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07:49

How to Sell The Ritz Paris Today

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2025/02/03

Margaux Deygat, senior sales manager of The Ritz Paris talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the ILTM Cannes travel show in December. Deygat details the changes and the charm at this famed hotel and how you should sell the luxury property today. For more information www.ritzparis.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:

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18:19

How Luxury, Renovation and Sustainability Meet at...

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2025/02/02

Alain Bullo, general manager of the Londra Palace in Venice, Italy, talks with Michaela Guzy of Insider Travel Report about the extensive renovations to the ground floor, the hotel's commitment to sustainability, and efforts to preserve Venetian craftsmanship through the Place of Wonders initiative. Bullo also discusses over-tourism in Venice, upcoming events and future renovation plans. For more information, visit www.londrapalace.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and

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18:10

Why The Pierre Continues to Define a Luxury Hotel

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2025/01/31

Jill Fox, vice president of sales and marketing for The Pierre, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about how the famed New York hotel keeps its appeal for upper-crust guests. Now with a completely new management team, including a new general manager and Fox herself, the hotel continues to feature lavish rooms and suites, sumptuous public rooms and lounges, and an innovative restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. For more information, visit www.thepierreny.com. All

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07:34

West Hollywood Caters to the Luxury Travel Market

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2025/01/31

Jeff Morris, chief marketing officer for the West Hollywood Travel + Tourism Board, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM Cannes luxury show about why his destination is perfect for the upscale marketing. From top boutique hotels to eclectic shopping and fabulous dining, West Hollywood remains one of the most fashionable places for luxury travelers. For more information, visit www.visitwesthollywood.com All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are

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20:17

How Rocco Forte Is Expanding Luxury Hospitality in Italy

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2025/01/30

Gaetano de Cola, regional sales manager of the Hotel Savoy, a Rocco Forte property in Florence, Italy, talks with Angela Hughes of Insider Travel Report about the hotel's history, prime location, recent renovations and the Ferragamo family's influence on its design. He also highlights hospitality trends in Florence, luxury accommodations for families, and the hotel's dining, wellness and expansion plans. For more information, visit www.roccofortehotels.com. All our Insider Travel Report video

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18:56

What Ritz-Carlton is Ready to Open in Costa Rica

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2025/01/30

Ana Henriques, general manager of the soon-to-open Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Costa Rica, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her new luxury property located deep within the protected land of Peninsula Papagayo. Henriques says the resort will feature exclusive accommodations facing ethereal views of Bahia Huevos and the Pacific Ocean, sophisticated dining experiences showcasing modern Peruvian cuisine, and locally influenced spa and wellness center. For more

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08:33

Discover a New Paradise in Bali from Ritz-Carlton

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2025/01/29

Dezy Setiwati, hotel manager for Mandapa Ritz-Carlton Reserve, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM Cannes luxury show about her new Bali resort located in the heart of Ubud. Mandapa is an indigenous Balinese village, providing a sensory journey to wellness and nature, with 35 suites and 25 private pool villas, four unique dining concepts. For more information, visit www.ritzcarlton.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available

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15:40

How to Successfully Sell Virgin Voyages Today

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2025/01/29

John Diorio, vice president of sales-North America for Virgin Voyages, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report aboard Valiant Lady on a cruise with 100 advisors who are top-sellers of the cruise line. Diorio details how to sell Virgin Voyages as the only premium line that caters to adults only, features a variety of great cuisine and innovative entertainment. For more information, visit www.firstmates.com or www.virginvoyages.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are

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11:57

Discover Another Italian Hotel Gem from Collezione Em

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2025/01/28

Sara Maestrelli, owner of Collezione Em, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM Cannes luxury show about her family-owned company’s newest hotels. At ILTM Cannes in 2023, Maestrelli introduced us to Violino D’Oro, her family’s luxury hotel in Venice. This year she provides us details about Villa Roma Imperial and Pension America in Forte dei Marmi on the Tuscan coast. For more information, visit https://collezioneem.com. All our Insider Travel Report video

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16:21

What the Future Holds for Virgin Voyages

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2025/01/28

Nirmal Saverimuttu, CEO of Virgin Voyages, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report aboard Valiant Lady during a cruise with 100 top-selling travel advisors. Saverimuttu says 2024 was a year when everything seemed to come together for Virgin Voyages as it improved its product. With the impending arrival later this year of the company’s fourth ship, Brilliant Lady, he’s predicting another banner year for the thoroughly innovative cruise line. For more information, visit

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11:21

A Hotelier Legend Exits an Irish Castle

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2025/01/27

Mark Nolan, managing director of Dromoland, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM Cannes luxury show about his luxury Irish Castle, what’s new and what’s to come. But the biggest news is from Nolan himself, who tells he’s now retiring after more than 36 years on the job. Nolan takes stock of his hotel career, which was spent almost entirely at the castle. For more information, visit www.dromoland.ie. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and

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10:09

Get an Update on Luxury at The Ritz Paris

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2025/01/23

Sébastien Legrand, director of sales and marketing for The Ritz Paris, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM Cannes luxury show about what’s new at one of the most famous hotels in the world. After being completely renovated in 2016, The Ritz reopened with new rooms and suites, updated restaurants and bars. The hotel has continued to add new features and services that you can sell to your luxury clients. For more information, visit www.ritzparis.com. All our

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09:03

Finding Paradise in the Desert at the Parker Palm...

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2025/01/23

Brandon McCurley, managing director of the Parker Palm Springs, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's ILTM Cannes luxury show about his uber popular luxury resort that remains a retreat for the rich and famous. McCurley reveals the history, room and suite categories, and dining options available at this historic property. For more information, visit www.parkerpalmsprings.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube

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06:26

Behind the Rebranding of A&K

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2025/01/21

Katie Thompson, senior vice president of marketing at Abercrombie & Kent, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM Cannes luxury show about the rebranding of Abercrombie & Kent, whose holding company A&K Group now includes Sanctuary Retreats and Crystal Cruises, in addition to a full range of tours, trips and experiences around the globe. Thompson explains why new logo and imagery reflects that combination. For more information, visit

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09:11

Where Leading Hotels Is Taking Luxury for 2025

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2025/01/20

Lauren Alba, vice president-global marketing & communications for The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM Cannes luxury travel show about what properties the group is adding to its collection. Alba also details all the new programs LHW has developed to support its luxury hotel partners and the travel advisors who sell them. For more information, visit www.lhw.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived

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