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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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19:13

Why Travel Industry Solutions Has the Right Remedy...

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2025/09/25

Sheila Folk, CEO and founder of Travel Industry Solutions, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how her company helps travel agencies with the tools they need to survive and thrive, including a brand-new fraud detector. Folk, a travel advisor herself, has built a consulting company that helps other agencies with legal, operations, bookkeeping, marketing, invoicing and payments, and now fraud prevention. For more information, visit www.travelindustrysolutions.com. All our

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14:56

Go Behind the Scenes of the “Hidden Malta” Travel TV...

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2025/09/25

Questions for Peter Greenberg, CBS travel editor and travel journalist, and Carlo Micallef, CEO of Malta Tourism Authority, talk with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the premier of the new “Hidden Malta” travel documentary showcasing one of the most beautiful and historic island groups in the Mediterranean. Greenberg and Micallef detail how the production came about and what the program shows about Malta that few know. “Hidden Malta” is now available on PBS stations and streaming

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14:08

Find What Your Clients Want in Australia, New Zealand...

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2025/09/25

Nick Guthrey, CEO and managing director of ANZCRO, talks about the history of his family-owned inbound operator, what destinations it focuses on in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, what destinations are selling well this year and more. Guthrey also details the best ways you can work with ANZCRO to create great itineraries for your clients. For more information, visit www.ANZCRO.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel

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11:04

How Delta Vacations Is Selling This Year and Where...

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2025/09/24

Katrin Koenig, chief commercial officer for Delta Vacations, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s Delta Vacations University about the company’s sales results over the past year and what the forecast is for 2025 and beyond. Koenig also details where Delta Vacations is expanding its product and destinations and how it is focusing on premium travel offerings. For more information, visit www.deltavacations.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived

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3:55

How to Heal Maui Through Trees and Tourism

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2025/09/24

Matt Murasko, co-founder of Treecovery Hawaii, and Kimo Simpliciano, operational manager, talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the nonprofit’s mission to reforest Maui with 30,000 trees following the August 2023 wildfires. Murasko explains how travel advisors and visitors can support the effort through donations and private farm experiences and describes the symbolic restoration of Lahaina’s 153-year-old banyan tree. For more information, visit www.treecoveryhawaii.org. All our

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12:58

How Delta Vacations University Put Travel Advisors...

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2025/09/24

Kama Winters, president of Delta Vacations, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about Delta Vacations University, held in Atlanta earlier this month. The event, which is now being held every two years, helps educate travel advisors about the products and destinations they can book through Delta Vacations, as well as how they can lucratively sell travel to Delta SkyMiles and Medallion members, a massive customer base. For more information, visit www.deltavacations.com. All our

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16:11

What It Means to Have a Gold Key Concierge at Four...

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2025/09/23

Travis Gilbert, concierge at the Four Seasons New Orleans and member of Les Clefs d’Or, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about what it takes to earn the prestigious gold key and how that global network benefits luxury guests. Gilbert shares stories of personalized service, explains how his team collaborates to deliver exceptional experiences, and encourages travel advisors to connect directly with gold key concierges to elevate their clients’ stays. For more information, visit

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9:09

What You Need to Know About Hyatt Regency Maui Today

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2025/09/23

Teresa Higa, director of leisure sales at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the resort’s 45th anniversary, diverse accommodations and activities, and how it continues to welcome guests following the Maui wildfires in 2022. Higa highlights cultural programming, sustainability initiatives, expanded dining and luau experiences, and how travel advisors can sell the resort as a multigenerational destination. For more information, visit

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7:43

What Makes Curacao Different From Other Caribbean...

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2025/09/22

Muryad de Bruin, managing director of the Curaçao Tourist Board, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report at the ASTA Caribbean Showcase about year-round airlift, growing cruise arrivals and the appeal of the island’s European-Caribbean blend. De Bruin outlines key selling points for travel advisors including multicultural events, boutique and branded hotel development, and the “Feel It For Yourself” fam trip invitation. For more information, visit www.curacao.com. All our Insider Travel

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10:33

Why Travel Advisors Should Be Selling Hawaii Now

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2025/09/22

Robyn Basso, senior director of travel industry partnerships for the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB), talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about year‑round airlift from across the U.S., Maui’s ongoing recovery, and how destination management improves the visitor experience. Basso spotlights free pre‑travel guides and advisor resources, HVCB’s long-standing partnership with Apple Leisure Group Vacations, and explains why Hawaii’s mix of natural beauty, authentic experiences and

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8:26

Meet Nexion’s New Rising Star in the U.S.

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2025/09/19

Mary Hawthorne of Journeys with Mary, in Panama City Beach, Fla., talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s CoNexion conference about the rapid growth of her agency as a member of the Nexion host agency network. In just two years, Hawthorne has built up her cruise sales and achieved record results, factors that led to her selection as the U.S. Rising Star. For more information, visit www.nexion.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and

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10:33

How Blue Sky Tours Is Expanding to 150 Destinations...

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2025/09/19

Jacki Marks, global head of trade brands for Apple Leisure Group Vacations (ALGV), talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report during the group's Pros in Paradise event at the Hyatt Regency in Maui about the relaunch of Blue Sky Tours, which now features 150 Indo-Pacific destinations beyond just Hawaii. Marks highlights exclusive 15 percent commissions, low deposits, enhanced support teams, and new training tools to help travel advisors confidently sell complex international packages. For more

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15:03

Sponsored Interview: Tracking the Trends – What Dream...

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2025/09/18

Natalie Loza, vice president of sales at Dream Vacations, speaks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the dynamism of the leisure travel industry, what Dream Vacations travel advisors are doing to stay on top of key trends, and what Dream Vacations executives are delivering to ensure that franchise owners can operate their businesses with confidence. To learn more about Dream Vacations' travel agency franchises, visit www.DreamVacationsFranchise.com. All our Insider Travel Report video

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9:43

Meet Nexion’s Super Advisor-Lifetime Achievement...

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2025/09/17

Steve Lincoln, owner of Lincoln Travel in Bridgewater, Va., and a long-time member of Nexion Travel Group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how just won Nexion’s Lifetime Achievement Award, the first advisor to be honored in that way. Lincoln is no stranger to Nexion awards though, having been named Nexion Travel Advisor Ambassador and garnering numerous other awards as a top seller of travel in the network. For more information, visit www.nexion.com. All our Insider

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12:48

Sponsored Interview: Why Travel Advisors are Ditching...

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2025/09/17

Cory McGillivray, senior director, sales operations and channel marketing at the Globus family of brands, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about why booking a tour beats building a trip from scratch and how Globus makes it easier, faster, and more rewarding for travel advisors. For more information, visit our Travel Advisor Portal at https://agents.globusfamily.com/login/?returnUrl=%2F. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube

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11:57

Inside the Transformation of Sandals South Coast Jamaica

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2025/09/17

O’Brian Heron, general manager of Sandals South Coast, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the transformation of the Jamaica resort and how it balances social energy with quiet, restorative spaces. Heron details new dining venues, renovated overwater villas, upgraded suites, expanded entertainment and outdoor areas, and the personalized service that makes Sandals a top choice for travel advisors and their clients. For more information, visit www.Sandals.com. All our Insider Travel

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17:19

Discover Australia’s New “Come and say G’day” Campaign

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2025/09/17

Chris Allison, vice president-the Americas and New Zealand for Tourism Australia, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about Australia’s brand new “Come and say G’Day” campaign featuring Robert Irwin and Ruby the kangaroo. Allison tells us what Australia hopes the campaign will produce and provides the latest tourism numbers to the country. For more information on promoting Australia, visit www.aussiespecialist.com/en-us or

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21:48

Hear From Jackie Friedman About 30 Years of Nexion

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2025/09/17

Jackie Friedman, president of Nexion, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s CoNexion conference in Orlando about how the host agency has evolved over 30 years into an organization that can support travel advisors with technology, marketing and training. Friedman, who has been with Nexion for 21 years, has been a major force in growing the agency. For more information, visit www.nexion.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on

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13:09

How Celebrity Will Sail on the Rivers of Europe

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2025/09/16

Katina Athanasiou, senior vice president, sales and service for Celebrity Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the new Celebrity River Cruises, set to launch in 2027. Athanasiou giving us a look at the river ships, the interior design and the itineraries of one of the most eagerly anticipated river cruise products in Europe. For more information, visit www.thecelebritycommitment.com or www.celebritycruises.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are

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29:50

Discover Sustainable Tourism in the Mountain Lodges...

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2025/09/16

Enrique Umbert, CEO of Mountain Lodges of Peru, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his collection of mountain lodges run by locals and offering access to some of the most popular regions of the country, including Machu Picchu and more. Guests stay in luxury in locally owned lodges, eat regional food and use local guides to see the many amazing attractions of Peru. For more information, visit www.mountainlodgesofperu.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are

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