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TravelPulse Podcast

Cutting through all the noise and giving you what you need to hear about in travel. Tune-in to hear TravelPulse"s Executive Editor Eric Bowman discuss travel news, tips, and more with industry experts and other insightful guests.

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27:39

Trends in All Inclusive Resorts with Palladium Hotel...

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2023/10/03

This week I first discuss the the latest trending news in travel, including a big win for the travel industry, a new, higher tourism tax for Amsterdam, and much more. Later, Pilar Arizmendi-Stewart, Palladium Hotel Group's VP of Sales & Marketing The Americas and Gabriel Rodriguez, Palladium Hotel Group's Director of Sales Canada join the show to share their thoughts on the latest trends in all-inclusive resorts. They also provide updates on Palladium's recently renovated all-inclusive

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26:37

On Location for the Dominican Republic TravFORUM

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2023/09/22

Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast! This week I'm on location in the Dominican Republic for our latest TravFORUM event. I'm joined by Stephen Scott, owner of Travel Hub 365 & the Odyssey Travel App. We first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including a bear caught at Magic Kingdom, potential air travel chaos ahead, and more. Later, Scott shares his thoughts on the TravFORUM event, what separates it from a traditional FAM trip, experiencing the Colonial City

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30:23

2023 Fall Travel Outlook

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2023/09/12

This week, I'm joined by Marisa Costa, travel advisor and owner of Amiko. We first discuss the top trending news in travel, including travel to Morocco and Maui post tragedies, Disney's major announcements, high-speed rail, and more. Later, we dive into what's trending this fall travel season. Spoiler alert: expect travel to remain busy! Costa shares insights into which destinations are hot right now and shares advice for fellow travel advisors. The discussion on fall travel begins just before the

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25:57

Football’s Changing Travel Scene

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2023/09/05

This week, I'm joined by Jason Gewirtz, Executive Editor and Publisher of SportsTravel. We first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Labor Day travel numbers, the idea of an adults-only seating on planes, and more. Later, we dive into the world of how football impacts the travel industry. Gewirtz provides insights on how the changing landscape of conference realignment is impacting sports travel as well as the push to make the sport go even more global. The discussion on

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24:57

On Location in Jamaica at the Future Leaders in...

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2023/08/29

This week, we're on location in Jamaica at the 2023 Future Leaders in Travel Retreat. I'm joined by Emma Weissmann, Managing Editor for Travel AgeWest to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Labor Day travel trends, big news with the Federal Aviation Administration and much more. Later, we dive into what the Future Leaders event is all about. Emma shares insights into the logistics behind planning the event and why it's important for the growth of the travel

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31:32

Budget Travel Tips

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2023/08/22

This week, I'm joined by Will Hatton, founder of The Broke Backpacker, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel impact of the Maui fires, the world's path to tourism recovery, naughty travelers and more. Later, Hatton shares his go-to tips for all things budget travel. He provides insights on destinations where travelers can get the most bang for their buck and tips for backpack travel as well as digital nomad lifestyle. The discussion on budget travel

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35:04

How the Rich and Famous Travel

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2023/08/15

This week, I'm joined by Nick Pena, an award-winning travel advisor and franchise owner and operator with Cruise Planners. We first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including how travel was impacted by the Maui wildfires, Pena's thoughts on the current state of cruising, and much more. Later, Pena dives into his world of being an advisor for the rich and famous. He shares stories on the different ways his celebrity and high-net-worth clients travel. Pena provides insights on luxury

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30:04

What’s Trending in the Europe Travel Scene?

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2023/08/08

This week, I'm joined by Ann Petronio, Founder and Lead Advisor at Shared Adventures Travel. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the REAL ID situation, travel prices, and more. Later, Petronio shares insights into what she sees at the top trends in European travel scene today. Italy is booming, prices are high, crowds are big, the heat is intense, and so on. Petronio also provides some underrated European destinations travelers should put on their

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26:46

Step Outside Your Travel Comfort Zone

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2023/08/01

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a new airplane bathroom rule, big hotel news, and much more. Later, I interview Jeff Jenkins, owner of ChubbyDiaries.com and host of the new National Geographic Show Never Say Never with Jeff Jenkins. He shares more about his new TV show and provides tips and insights for stepping out of your travel comfort zone. The interview with Jenkins begins just before the 12-minute mark. Have any feedback or questions

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34:03

Innovations in Travel and Tourism

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2023/07/25

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the extreme heat wave impacting travel, new theme park updates, and much more. Later, I'm joined by Mike Coletta, Manager, Research and Innovation at Phocuswright. Coletta shares insights into the innovations shaking up the travel industry, including how ChatGPT and AI are impacting travel planning. He also gives a surprise answer on what he thinks is the biggest innovation in travel so far this century. The

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38:02

Business Travel Outlook and Top Tips for Work Trips

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2023/07/18

This week, I'm joined by Beth West, Editorial Director at Business Travel News, to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a new bill around airplane seat size, tourist fees, and much more. Later, we discuss the current state of business travel. West shares her thoughts on where the industry stands now and what the future might hold. She also provides tips for getting the most out of your work trips. The discussion on business travel begins just after the 23-minute

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33:44

The Tourist vs. The Traveler

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2023/07/11

This week, I'm joined by Natalie Compton, travel reporter and columnist at the Washington Post. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including America's passport issues, Europe's summer travel season, and much more. Later, Compton and I dive into the difference between being a tourist and being a traveler and how those terms have changed post-pandemic. Compton shares her thoughts on tourist traps following her recent column titled "In Defense of Tourist Traps"

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32:17

The State of Adventure Travel

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2023/07/05

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including how busy the Fourth of July travel period was, big air travel news, a flying car, and more. Later, Shannon Stowell, CEO Adventure Travel Trade Association joins me to share his thoughts about the current state of adventure travel. Stowell provides insights on adventure travel vs. extreme travel, talks about his wildest travel adventures, and shares advice for travelers seeking thrill trips. Additionally, Stowell

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34:46

The Chilling Comments Made About Titan Submersible...

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2023/06/27

This week, travel advisor Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations joins me to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry. We first begin with the biggest story of the world last week, which was all about OceanGate Expeditions Mission Titan submersible. The tragic event that captivated the world last week and previous passengers shared chilling comments about their experiences onboard not being safe. Other news topics discussed on the show include the most influential travel brands, Bahamas

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31:31

2023 Summer Travel Outlook

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2023/06/20

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel prices declining in May, a new requirement for planes by the FAA, and much more. Later, I interview Chris Davidson, Executive Vice President of MMGY Travel Intelligence. Davidson gives a glimpse into some of the data that will be revealed the summer edition of the Portrait of the American Traveler next week. He shares insights into what impacts traveler's choices, top summer destinations, and so much much

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31:51

Inclusivity in Travel

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2023/06/12

This week, I'm joined by LaKiesha Burke and LaQuasha Burke of Twin Travels to discuss trending news of the week, including a big win for ASTA and travel advisors, travelers' airline preferences, and much more. Later, LaKiesha and LaQuasha share their thoughts on where the travel industry stands when it comes to inclusivity. Which brands stand out and how can the industry get better? The Burke twins also provide tips for travel advisors on how to be more inclusive in their business. The discussion

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33:01

How Travel Experiences Change Lives

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2023/05/30

This week, I'm joined by Ryan Corrigan of Corrigan Luxury Travel Outfitters. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including how busy travel was during Memorial Day Weekend, the latest naughty passenger, and more. Later, Corrigan and I dive into the many ways travel experiences can change lives. Corrigan shares insights into how she helps plan life-changing trips and offers up advice for fellow advisors to make the most of their value as life changers. The

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28:21

What’s In Store for the Future of Travel Agencies?

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2023/05/23

This week, I'm joined by Chad Burt, co-owner of OutsideAgents.com to discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including American Airlines' busy week, Disney's big news, and much more. Later, Burt answers my question on what’s in store for the future of travel agencies. He shares insights into the challenges that lie ahead for travel advisors and tips for how to overcome them. The discussion on the future of travel agencies begins at the 15-minute mark. Today’s episode is brought

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32:05

The Latest on World Travel and Tourism

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2023/05/16

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the possibility of a pilot strike, new all inclusive resorts, and more. Later, I welcome Julia Simpson, President and CEO for World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), back to the show for an update on the status of global tourism right now. Simpson shares her thoughts on top trends in the industry and how the WTTC helps tourism. The interview with Simpson begins at the 12-minute mark. Today’s episode is

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37:47

What’s Trending in River Cruising

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2023/05/09

This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the Biden Administration's new rule requirement for airlines, Hawaii's tourism fee failing, and more. Later, I welcome Kristin Karst - co-founder and executive vice president of AmaWaterways - to discuss the latest in river cruising. Karst shares her insights on current trends she's seeing in river cruising, along with what's news with AmaWaterways. The interview with Karst begins after the 12-minute

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