The Insider Travel Report Podcast
Insider Travel Report 999 episodes Nov 10, 2026
The Insider Travel Report Podcast is a travel-focused show from Insider Travel Report. It offers insider perspectives and reporting on destinations, industry developments, and practical travel topics. Episodes are intended for travelers and travel professionals seeking concise updates and advice.
Episodes
Insider Video: How Host Agency Reviews Helps Advisors Find the Right Host
Shayna Zand, managing director of Host Agency Reviews (HAR), talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's WTE Miami about how the company helps travel advisors evaluate host agencies and franchises so they can make the right choice. She discusses HAR's upcoming annual survey of 3,100 travel advisors, a virtual Host Week event featuring 45 host agencies and consortia, and t
Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Is Ready to Make Its Debut
Omar Vázquez, general manager of the Grand Hyatt Cancun Beach Resort talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his a luxury all-inclusive property, part of a new wave of luxury inclusive resorts, is set to open in December 2026 in Puerto Cancún. The new build resort, set right on the beach, will feature 500 rooms (including 47 suites), all with private terraces overlooking the se
Why WTE Miami Might Just Be the Next Big Travel Trade Show
Simon Press, managing director-international of Fairfest Media, owner of WTE Miami, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about this newly revamped travel trade show and how it’s on track to be a success after four years. Held Oct. 27-28, 2026 ,at the Miami Beach Convention Center, WTE Miami has new owners, new programming and many more exhibitors for a show designed to connect gre
How Two Top Cruise Planners Travel Advisors Plan to Grow Even Bigger
Michael Consoli and Adam Martindale, two of Cruise Planners' top-producing franchise owners, talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report at CP World 2026 about how the company's technology, marketing and support have helped them build their travel businesses. They discuss how new AI-powered tools, including Maxx Reach and Maxx Assist, can help them identify sales opportunities, complete vacation
How Seabourn Is Bringing Destinations to the Dinner Table
Marisa Christenson, associate vice president of food and beverage operations and development for Holland America Line and Seabourn, talks with Annie Carroll of Insider Travel Report about Seabourn's new Earth and Ocean culinary philosophy, which incorporates regional ingredients, destination-inspired menus and local food experiences across its ocean and expedition ships. Christenson discusses shop
How Cruise Planners Lets Advisors ”Talk” to Their Technology
Brian Schultz, chief information officer of Cruise Planners, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report at CP World 2026 about how the company's new AI-powered tools help travel advisors identify sales opportunities, find potential group travelers and simplify vacation planning. Schultz explains how advisors can use natural-language searches to identify customers in their databases, discusses t
Why Fast-Growing Tern Will Now Offer Hotel Bookings
David Shull, CEO of Tern, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how his the travel agency operating system, has taken the industry by storm in just four years. Tern, the AI-powered operating system that more than 15,000 independent travel advisors use to run their businesses and manage more than $2.3 billion in trips a year, helps advisors reduce manual work, manage client re
How Cruise Planners Turns Time Savings Into More Sales
Scott Koepf, chief strategy officer of Cruise Planners, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report at CP World 2026 about how the company's AI-powered tools help travel advisors save time, identify sales opportunities and grow their businesses. Koepf explains how Maxx Assist and Maxx Reach can reduce administrative work and identify customers ready for new offers, allowing advisors to focus on
Why Viva Cruises Is a Great New Option for Your River Cruise Clients
Michael Weldon, senior director of national and key accounts for Viva Cruises, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the German river cruise line's expansion into the U.S. market and the differences between its premium Viva Cruises and upscale Viva Boutique brands. Weldon discusses the company's all-inclusive pricing, international guest mix, larger suites, Michelin-star dining exper
How Apple Leisure Group Vacations Can Now Serve You Even Better
Ray Snisky, president and CEO of Apple Leisure Group Vacations (ALGV), talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Ascend conference in Cancun about all the new products and services ALGV now offers to help travel advisors sell great vacation packages. Snisky details how AI is helping ALGV better serve advisors and their clients as well as how “kindness” is now integrally
Why ALG Vacations Is “There for You” to Support Your Travel Business
Jacki Marks, global head of trade brands for ALG Vacations (ALGV), talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Ascend conference in Cancun about all the new products and services ALGV provides for travel advisors. At a conference themed in “Friends” fashion as “We’ll Be There for You,” Marks explains why ALGV really is there for you to help you sell more packaged travel i
How Cruise Planners Uses Business Coaching to Help Advisors Grow
Theresa Scalzitti, chief operating officer of Cruise Planners, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report at CP World 2026 in Fort Lauderdale about how the company supports travel advisors through its care team, business development coaches and technology tools. Scalzitti explains how coaches use the SOAR (Strengths, Opportunities, Aspirations and Results) dashboard, which tracks more than 120
How Cruise Planners Is Using AI to Give Advisors Their Time Back
Michelle Fee, CEO and founder of Cruise Planners, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report aboard Star Princess during CP World 2026 about the company's new and redesigned AI-powered tools, including Maxx Assist, which helps travel advisors build complete vacation packages in minutes rather than hours. Fee also discusses how Cruise Planners combines technology, marketing, training and franchi
How Viva Cruises Is Expanding Its Luxury Viva Boutique Brand
Andrea Kruse, CEO and co-founder of Viva Cruises, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the differences between Viva Cruises and its luxury Viva Boutique brand, including the culinary experiences, suites and personalized service aboard Viva Beyond. Kruse also discusses the upcoming Viva Unique in Italy, with itineraries exploring Venice and the Po River, plans for additional ships, a
Why It’s a Windfall for Windstar Around the World
Janet Bava, chief commercial officer for Windstar Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about all the great news coming out of her small-ship cruise line. That includes a renewed focus on Tahiti, with two ships serving the destination; a complete revamp for Windstar’s “wind” ships, new sailings in the Med during the winter season, and a brand-new ship debuting in December,
How ASTA Corporate Serves the Needs of Agencies Selling Business Travel
Mark Meader, executive vice president of ASTA, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at The Summit, held in Denver earlier this month, about ASTA’s growing focus on serving the needs of agencies specializing in corporate travel. The Summit featured special sessions addressing the issues faced by agencies in the business travel market. For more information, visit www.asta.org.
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Discover Peru’s Culture and Nature Without the Crowds
Andrés Díaz, regional manager for Latin America for the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), talks with Jennifer Lutz of Insider Travel Report about exploring northeastern Peru's Amazonas region without the crowds. Díaz discusses community-based tourism, cultural exchanges, accommodations ranging from homestays to luxury lodging, and activities including birdwatching and hiking that support
Meet Scenic Group’s Ultimate Expeditions Leader
Jason Flesher, head of discovery operations for Scenic Group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report onboard Scenic Eclipse about all the expeditions he plans, develops and oversees for Scenic and Emerald branded ocean ships. Flecher details what goes into an expedition cruise, how he builds the expedition team, and what new expeditions he’s planning in the polar regions and beyond.
Discover the Very Modern ME by Melia Malta
Neal Debono, general manager of ME by Melia Malta, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his new, 174-room hotel in the St. Julian’s neighborhood. Housed in a 20-story high-rise tower, the hotel is integrated into the Mercury Towers development. It features multiple restaurants and bars, outdoor pools and a superb spa. For more information, visit www.melia.com.
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Sponsored Interview: What Collette Has Planned for Season 109!
Nicole Diebold, vice president of brand & creative strategy at Collette, sits down with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report to discuss the launch of Collette's 109th season of travel, exciting new tour offerings, and how the company continues to support travel advisors in growing their businesses.. For more information, visit Collette's Travel Advisor Portal at Gocollette.com.
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How Malta Hosted the World of Travel This Month
Carlo Micallef, CEO of the Malta Tourism Authority, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how his island nation hosted all the top leaders of travel and tourism at the World Travel & Tourism Global Summit, held in Valletta, Malta earlier this month. It’s been quite a year for Malta tourism with the inauguration of a new direct flight from New York to Malta to the opening
How to Sell and Market Scenic Group’s Luxury Cruise Products
James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report talks with Marilyn Cairo, vice president of sales and trade relations, and Robert Castro, vice president of marketing of Scenic Group U.S. & LATAM at Scenic’s Night of the Stars awards for top-selling travel advisors. Cairo and Castro tell us how you can sell and market the company’s diverse luxury river, ocean and expedition cruise offerings on Sceni
Sponsored Interview: How Azamara Listens, Learns and Celebrates Travel Advisors
Alex Pinelo, chief sales officer for Azamara Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the Azamara Forward $80 million investment, trade tools expansion, mew deployment including the 2029 World Cruise, and Azamara's Travel Advisor Celebration with exclusive incentives. For more information, visit https://connect.azamara.com/home.
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How Scenic Group Is Growing on the Oceans and Rivers of the World
Ken Muskat, president of Scenic Group U.S. & LATAM, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the growth of this two-brand river, ocean and expedition luxury cruise line. With growth in the luxury Scenic Cruises brand on the rivers and oceans of world matched by sister premium and luxury Emerald Cruises, Scenic Group offers you a multitude of products and experiences to sell
How Collette Is Expanding Small Group Travel With 20 New Itineraries
Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, president and CEO of Collette, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the company's growth in guided travel, particularly small group explorations. The company will introduced 20 new itineraries in 2027, incdluding programs in Vietnam, Tuscany, Morocco and Colombia. Leibl-Cote also discusses growing demand for Africa and solo travel, Collette's cancellation waiver,
How Holland America Teamed With Pan Am to Bring Aviation History to Life
Paul Grigsby, vice president of itinerary planning and deployment for Holland America Line, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the cruise line's 28-day Pan Am 100th Anniversary Legendary Voyage, which retraces much of Pan Am's historic Caribbean flying boat routes. Grigsby explains how the itinerary was developed, including stops in 13 of the 16 countries on the original route. He
ASTA’s Zane Kerby on What Happened at The Summit
Zane Kerby, president and CEO of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about ASTA’s newest combined event, The Summit, held earlier this month for ASTA Premium and Corporate members in Denver. Kerby also gives us an update on the major topics addressed at the event, including ASTA’s Verified Travel Advisor program, the impact of the n
Get the Latest on What’s New on Nassau-Paradise Island
Joy Jibrilu, CEO of Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ILTM North America at Baha Mar about all the new and renovated resorts, improved infrastructure, activities and more at the destination. Jibrilu, whom we interviewed last year at ILTM North America, gives us the secrets of booking a great vacation for your clients in Na
All That’s New at The Cove at Atlantis in the Bahamas
Saurabh Mishra, senior vice president and general manager of The Cove at Atlantis, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at ILTM North America last month about this luxury boutique resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Mishra, who also oversees The Reef, fills us in the comprehensive renovations taking place to the rooms, restaurants, pools and public areas to this property, wh
Discover Rio’s Newest Gem—the Sofiel Rio De Janeiro Ipanema
Netto Moreira, regional director, Accor Luxury Cluster, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the newest hotel in Rio de Janeiro, the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Ipanema. Moreira, who serves as general manager of the new property, also oversees the famed Fairmont Copacabana as well as Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro-MGallery. Collection. For the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro, he’s pull
How Do You Become Virtuoso’s Most Admired Travel Advisor
Melissa Wu, founder of Woodlyn Travel (a First in Service Travel affiliate), talks with James Shillinglaw about how she was recognized as the most admired travel advisor in the Virtuoso network during Virtual Travel Week last August. Wu details how she started her full-service luxury agency, what it specializes in, and how she is always available for the greater community of Virtuoso travel adviso
How AI Experts and Signature Travel Advisors Created a Better Way to Sell Travel
Todd Elliott of Cruise Vacation Outlet, Denise Gosnell, CEO and founder of Data Driven Intuition, and Dennis Kddi of Sonora talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how Signature Travel Network's new Storybook platform combines AI, customer data and visual presentations to help travel advisors personalize recommendations and sell more effectively. They discuss how the technology was deve
How Signature Is Using AI to Personalize Travel at Scale
Karen Yates, executive vice president of information technologies for Signature Travel Network, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how Signature is using AI and customer data to help its member travel advisors deliver more personalized recommendations while maintaining their relationships with clients. She calls it delivering "personalization and empathy at scale." For more inform
Why People Are Flying Even as Air Fares Soar
Chris Dane, president and managing partner of Hickory Travel Partners, the business travel consortium owned by Inteletravel, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about how storing air fares aren’t leading to less demand. Dane, a recognized expert in airlines given his long tenure at American Airlines, tells us not about his own group, but what he sees in the airline market today
Signature’s Alex Sharpe on Why Investment in Travel Is Booming
Alex Sharpe, CEO of Signature Travel Network, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about why there is such a growing investment in travel, by cruise lines expanding into private destinations and hotels entering new markets. He also discusses Storybook, a new AI-powered tool designed to help Signature travel advisors match clients with cruise products, use shared booking data to improve re
What’s the Latest and Greatest at Baha Mar in the Bahamas?
Graeme Davis, president of Baha Mar, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about what’s new and emerging at his mega-resort in Nassau in the Bahamas. That includes a new lounge, from Horse to Water, and a new outdoor BBQ restaurant created by culinary guru Marcus Samuelsson. Davis also talks about how his property has now successfully hosted four ILTM North America conferences with
How ILTM North America Explored Luxury in a More Intimate Way
Simon Mayle, event director for ILTM North America, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about this year's conference at Baha Mar in the Bahamas. The four-day invitational event, which is smaller than the iconic ILTM Cannes, connected high-end global travel brands, destination specialists, and cruise lines with influential North American luxury travel advisors. Mayle tells us what
Sponsored Interview: An Exclusive Glimpse Into the World of JOIA
Julie Vieyto, Iberostar's director of global luxury and liifestyle sales for JOIA by Iberostar, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the December 2026 reopening of Montego Bay’s renovated JOIA Rose Hall. Vieyto explores Iberostar’s redefined luxury vision and highlights the brand’s strategic portfolio segmentation, personalized service, and commitment to local community and
How Signature Is Solving the Problem of Too Much Business
Karryn Christopher, president of Signature Travel Network, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how the agency cooperative is helping members manage growing demand by sharing knowledge, resources and successful business practices across the network. Christopher also discusses member-driven decisions on technology, marketing, training and preferred partnerships as Signature celebrate
Why a 2,000-Advisor Agency Chose Travelsavers
Jamie Ame and J.J. Eubanks, owners of Magical Vacation Planner (MVP), talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about building their agency from a one-person operation into a company with more than 2,000 advisors. They discuss why they recently joined Travelsavers, how they train and mentor advisors, balancing a family business, and the culture that drives the company. They also describe the He
How NEST Helps Exclusive Travel Partners Grow to Reach Elite Status
Tim Sawhook, co-owner and chief operating officer of Exclusive Travel Partners, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about why his agency joined NEST, how the consortium's business analysts and technology tools help support the agency’s growth, and what it takes to build a culture-focused agency with 42 advisors. Sawhook also discusses earning NEST Elite status, trends in luxury and famil
How to Discover the Exotic with Explore Worldwide
Katy Rockett, regional director of north America for Explore Worldwide, talks with James Shllinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her Toronto-based company’s new adventure tours for 2027, exploring exotic locations in Asia and beyond. Rockett also details Explore Worldwide’s new premium adventures and Upgraded departures, as well as a new campaign “Made for Humans” spotlighting the people behind
How Travelsavers and NEST Give Agencies Hands On Business Support
Wayne Spector, senior vice president of sales and service for Travelsavers and NEST, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how the twin networks support both brick-and-mortar agencies and independent home-based advisors through dedicated business analysts who work closely with each agency. Spector also discusses the ability for agencies to move between the two groups as their busines
How Travelsavers and NEST Use AI and Marketing Tools to Help Advisors Sell
Nicole Mazza, chief marketing officer for Travelsavers and NEST, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how the networks are helping travel advisors use marketing technology and AI to save time while maintaining their personal relationships with clients. Mazza also discusses a new marketing hub that brings campaigns and analytics together, improved consumer searches designed to genera
How Secrets Saint Lucia Targets Romance Wellness and Active Travelers
Alisteer Nelson, director of sales for Secrets Saint Lucia Resort & Spa, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the adults-only all-inclusive resort’s recent opening and four-diamond certification. Nelson also discusses its 355 suites, nine restaurants, seven bars, Preferred Club options, spa treatments, activities and excursions. For more information, visit www.hyattinclusivecoll
How Saint Lucia Created an Underwater Park That Tells the Island’s Story
Below Saint Lucia, an underwater sculpture park designed to combine the island’s history and culture with marine conservation and new opportunities for local communities, was the topic of a discussion led by Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report with Donalyn Vittet, permanent secretary in Saint Lucia’s ministry of tourism, commerce, investment, creative industries, culture and heritage; Timothy Ferdi
How Travelsavers and NEST Support Agency Growth
Kathryn Mazza-Burney, chief sales officer of Travelsavers and the Affluent Traveler Collection, and president of NEST, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about why travel advisors remain relevant as they adopt AI to improve efficiency while preserving the human element of their businesses. Mazza-Burney also discusses the organizations’ focus on quality agencies, preferred supplier engag
How Saint Lucia Is Growing Tourism Without Sacrificing the Experience
Ernest Hilaire, deputy prime minister and minister for tourism, investment, creative industries, culture and information for Saint Lucia, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the destination’s focus on visitor experience rather than volume as it adds airlift, hotel rooms and new tourism products. Hilaire also discusses the new underwater sculpture park, new resorts, sustainability,
How Saint Lucia Added an Underwater Sculpture Park and More Airlift
Louis Lewis, CEO of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the destination’s new underwater sculpture park, which combines history, culture, marine conservation and visitor experiences. Lewis also discusses expanded airlift, efforts to grow source markets while avoiding overdevelopment and year-round fam trips for travel advisors. For more informatio
Hurtigruten Explains How Original and Signature Voyages Connect Guests With Norway
Andre Pettersen, chief product and hotel officer for Hurtigruten, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about what distinguishes the company’s Original Coastal Express and Signature voyages, including ships designed for Norway’s coastline, longer port stays and year-round sailings. Pettersen also discusses locally sourced food and beverages, accommodations, new Signature itinerarie
Jamaica Reports Strong Recovery and Plans Major Hotel Growth
Philip Rose, deputy director of tourism for Jamaica, talks with Jennifer Jones of Insider Travel Report about the destination’s recovery from Hurricane Melissa, with full hotel capacity expected by the second quarter of next year. Rose also discusses plans for 15,000 to 20,000 new hotel rooms over the next five to 10 years and the importance of travel advisors. For more information, visit www.visi
What the Future Holds for Norway’s Hurtigruten
Iain Powell, chief commercial officer for Hurtigruten, the Norwegian coastal cruise company, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report during a special VIP sailing on MS Trollfjord for travel advisors, past guests and media to showcase the line and its products. Powell details Hurtigruten's financial numbers, current cruises and what the future holds for Hurtigruten with new itinerarie
Sponsored Interview: G Adventures Says It’s Time to Prove Travel Is Making a Difference
What if the travel industry stopped measuring success simply by how many people go somewhere and started asking a harder question: What happened because they went? Jeremy Brady, director of sales, U.S.A. and Latin America for G Adventures, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about moving beyond purpose to proving impact. Brady explores community tourism, “communityship” as commun
How AREA15 Keeps Expanding Its Las Vegas Entertainment Campus
Kelly Smolen, vice president of events at AREA15, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about her Las Vegas immersive entertainment campus and its continuing expansion, including more than 25 attractions across two zones and new experiences such as the Museum of Ice Cream, Universal Horror Unleashed and the iDropper thrill ride. Smolin also discusses concerts, multi-attraction passes and p
Discover a New Wave Sheraton in New York City’s Tribeca
Jay Solanki, general manager of the Sheraton Tribeca New York, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his brand new hotel, which completed a multimillion-dollar renovation in August. The 369-room hotel is the first and only Sheraton in New York City to complete the brand’s next-generation design. The renovation included all rooms, an innovative lobby, food and beverage facilit
How Your Clients Can Truly Dig Las Vegas
Michelle Wyman, office manager for Dig This Las Vegas, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about her attraction where guests operate excavators, bulldozers, skid steers and other heavy equipment in a controlled setting. Wyman also discusses experiences for different age groups, corporate events and birthday parties, the Aggression Session car-crushing program, safety procedures and group
What’s Next for Belize in Sustainable Tourism and Beyond
Anthony Mahler, minister of tourism, youth, sports & diaspora relations for Belize, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the tremendous growth his country has seen in tourism, based on more airlift and its multitude of natural and cultural resources. Mahler emphasizes that such growth is happening in a sustainable way that goes beyond Belize’s great barrier reef and whit
How Alexis Park Gives Groups a Non-Gaming Off Strip Option
Carol Meyer, director of sales for Alexis Park Resort, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the off-Strip, non-gaming Las Vegas property, including its 496 guestrooms, extended-stay accommodations and 50,000 square feet of meeting space. Meyer also discusses groups, weddings, events, 10 percent travel advisor commission and the resort’s Guestbook Rewards program. For more informatio
Sponsored Interview: What Makes VIVA Cruises Different and What’s Next
Nasim Ghannadian, vice president-sales and marketing-North America at VIVA Cruises, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about what makes VIVA different. VIVA Cruises brings modern, truly all-inclusive river cruising to Europe's top rivers, with a truly international onboard experience and transparent pricing. The new VIVA Boutique brand adds a more upscale, intimate option, and VIVA Uniq
How Green Valley Ranch Positions Itself as a Las Vegas Escape
Eileen O’Farrell, director of hotel operations for Green Valley Ranch, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the off-strip Las Vegas resort’s appeal to travelers seeking a quieter stay with easy access to the city. O’Farrell also discusses the property’s renovated guestrooms and suites, dining, spa and fitness facilities, pool and outdoor spaces, convention facilities and how travel
How Visit Reno Tahoe Is Growing Beyond Gaming
Katie Demuth, tourism sales manager for Visit Reno Tahoe, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the destination’s record tourism year, airport expansion, new nonstop service, hotels, attractions and events in Reno and Lake Tahoe. Demuth also discusses new developments, including a soccer stadium and arena, museums, year-round outdoor activities and travel advisor training resources.
How Israel Tourism Is Working to Bring North American Travelers Back
Taimur Mansour, media and campaign manager for the Israel Ministry of Tourism, talks with Mark Orwoll of Insider Travel Report about the gradual return of international tourism to Israel, outreach to North American travelers and the ministry’s efforts to rebuild visitor confidence. Mansour also discusses plans to focus on core audiences, including Jewish and Christian travelers, and his upcoming m
How to Sell Your Clients the Chapel for a Las Vegas Wedding Package
Brandon Reed of Bliss Wedding Chapel talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about why Las Vegas remains a popular wedding destination and how the chapel packages ceremonies with transportation, flowers, photography, videography and an officiant. Reed also discusses how Bliss positions itself through pricing, convenience, its six-year-old Strip chapel and a staff with decades of wedding expe
How El Al Is Strengthening Support for U.S. Travel Advisors
Michael Stein, director of B2B global sales for El Al, talks with Mark Orwoll of Insider Travel Report about the airline’s relationship with U.S. travel advisors and its new Florida-based support center dedicated to the trade. Stein also discusses efforts to rebuild tourism and corporate travel to Israel, changes to El Al’s corporate program and new destinations in Asia and Europe. For more inform
How You Can Sell Tony and Tina’s Wedding in Las Vega
John Bentham, producer with Ivory Starr Productions, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the return of "Tony and Tina’s Wedding" at the Rio in Las Vegas. Bentham discusses Ivory Starr’s other food-focused productions, including drag and punk rock brunches, group opportunities, travel advisor commissions and efforts to offer dinner-and-show value. For more information, visit www.rio
How Treasure Island Las Vegas Competes on Location and Value
Kit Yoshimura, senior leisure sales manager for Treasure Island Las Vegas, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how the 34-year-old resort has evolved while retaining its pirate theme, including pirate ship weddings, gaming, an arcade for those who do not gamble, the pool area and group space. Yoshimura also discusses renovated guestrooms, a new Mexican restaurant and bar, the retur
How Isrotel Is Expanding Hotels Across Israel
Jason Gardner, director of sales and marketing for North America for Isrotel, talks with Mark Orwoll of Insider Travel Report about the company’s 26 hotels across Israel, including the new Gymnasia Hotel in Tel Aviv, the Royal Beach Tel Aviv and the Orient Jerusalem. Gardner also discusses upcoming hotel openings, the range of Isrotel properties, efforts to rebuild North American tourism to Israel
How Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Combines Value With the Virgin Experience
Al Santos, director of leisure sales for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, and Eloy Enriquez, leisure sales manager, talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how their hotel differentiates itself through Virgin’s brand culture and a focus on value. Santos and Enriquez discuss free parking, included Internet, lower-cost dining options, entertainment venues and other ways the property aims to give
How to Have Fun Shooting Machine Guns in Vegas
Esther Cases and Ariana Uribe of Machine Guns Vegas talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the Las Vegas shooting range experience for visitors age 18 and older, including one-on-one instructors, beginner and advanced firearms packages and an outdoor range. Cases and Uribe also discuss themed packages based on military, gaming and movie experiences, including John Wick, and how travel
How Celestyal Is Now a Cruise Specialist for the Entire Mediterranean
John Diorio, vice president and managing director-North America for Celestyal Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his cruise line’s expansion of itineraries into the Western Mediterranean, making it a specialist for the entire region. Celestyal now offers year-round sailings of the entire Med, including Greece & Greek islands, Turkey, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, Fr
How FlyOver Las Vegas Lets Guests Travel Without Leaving the Strip
Danielle Bayless and Morgan Snyder of FlyOver Las Vegas talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the immersive flying theater attraction on the Las Vegas Strip, where guests experience destinations lik3 Iceland, Chicago, the American West and the Canadian Rockies without leaving the city. Bayless and Snyder also discuss the 30-minute experiences, multi-ride options, the attraction’s appe
How Museum of Ice Cream Appeals to Groups and Families
Angela Corvello, national sales director of celebrations for Museum of Ice Cream, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the new Las Vegas location, unlimited ice cream, interactive experiences, dietary accommodations and activities for guests of all ages. Cavallo also discusses the 30-foot ice cream buffet, group and celebration options for up to 900 guests, other Museum of Ice Cream
Behind Visit Lauderdale’s New Branding Campaign
Stacy Ritter, president of Visit Lauderdale, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her destination's newest tourism campaign, what it aims to do and why Visit Lauderdale is launching it now. Ritter also details what Visit Lauderdale has done to strengthen its brand to make it stand out as a global destination, including what makes it a must-visit destination, create a new vis
Meet Host Agency Nexion’s Rising Star for 2026
Debbie Newton, Nexion Travel Group's rising star for 2026, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at this year's CoNexion conference in Austin about why she joined host agency Nexion and how she quickly achieved success. A first-year travel advisor, Newton tells us about the Nexion services, training and coaching she turned to build her business and sell more travel. For more inform
How Spotlight Nevada Has Grown In Just One Year
Kelly Messina, senior director of leisure sales for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about Spotlight Nevada, an event created to connect travel advisors and tour operators with suppliers from Las Vegas and destinations throughout the state. Messina also discusses the event’s growth, advisor education and appointments, Las Vegas attracti
How Cindy and Jeff Coggin Grew Their Wine Specialty Travel Business
Cindy and Jeff Coggin, owners of Coggin Travel, talk with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how their Nexion-affiliated agency, based in Newnan, Ga., has grown in just three years from a hobby to a much larger business focus on wine tourism. In fact, their home-based agency just acquired its own building and a general manager—big news for Coggins, who are both sommeliers leading win
Sponsored Interview: Discover What’s New from the Globus Family of Brands
Join Stephanie Brooks, vice president of product & operations at the Globus family of brands, as she discusses what's new across the portfolio and what's resonating most with travelers today. Explore the upcoming launch of Hub & Spoke tours in Europe, the continued expansion of Small Group Discovery vacations, and new experiences across North America, along with insights into travel styles
Why 2026 Will Be Peru’s Top Year for Tourism
Rosario Pajuelo Escobar, chief director of PROMPERU in New York, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report gives us an update on what’s going on in tourism to Peru, from Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru in November 2026 to hosting the World's 50 Best Restaurants awards in Lima, reflecting Peru’s growing culinary reputation. She also talks about new tourism products like the Amazon Explorer
How AdventureWomen Is Celebrating 45 Years of Women-Only Travel
Paige Davis, president of AdventureWomen, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her company’s broad range of escorted women-only trips around the globe. With a typical group size of 12-16, AdventureWomen has been a pioneer in tours for women to some of the most exotic destinations around the world. And new it’s introducing private jet journeys as part of a move to go more ups
How Kevin Smith Is Taking the Helm at Sea Cloud Cruises
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