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Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Frank Marrenbach, CEO of Althoff Collection, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his group of luxury hotels located mostly in Germany, but with outposts in London and St. Tropez. These high-end properties feature excellent cuisine, relaxing spas, wonderful service and great locations, making them great options for your luxury clients. For more information, visit www.althoffhotels.com.
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Carmen Roig, vice president of sales for Princess Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about her premium cruise line’s newest and largest ship. From its revolutionary Sphere-design midships to its Dome amphitheater on the top deck near the bow, Sun Princess delivers a very different kind of Princess experience to guests, including great dining options and even a magic show, Spellbound by Magic Castle. For more information, visit www.princesscruises.com.
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Lindsay Pearlman, senior vice president at Travel Leaders Network (TLN), and Seth Burton, vice president of distribution and advisor workflow for Internova, talk with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about a new graphical booking tool called Internova SNAP designed for independent travel advisors. SNAP Integrates with Saber Red Launchpad and aims to simplify booking processes, increase efficiency and generate additional revenues for advisors. For more information, visit www.travelleadersnetwork.com or www.internova.com.
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Maricarmen Gutierrez, director of sales for Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about her upscale, all-inclusive hotel, with 540 ocean-facing rooms, an enclave area with exclusive perks, all-inclusive dining options, spa, gym, entertainment, and wedding facilities. For more information, email Maricarmen.Gutierrez@Hilton.com or visit www.Hilton.com.
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Matteo Mancini, MSC Cruises' senior manager for kids and family entertainment, discusses with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report his transition from child television star to cruise industry executive. On his award-winning web series "Cabin 12006," real kids and social media stars interact, creating memorable moments that extend beyond the cruise itself. Mancini embodies MSC's focus on family vacations, and his programs keep kids and teens entertained at no extra charge, making the cruise line even more appealing for multi-generational travel. For more information, visit www.msccruisesusa.com.
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
From islands to top beach resorts, many destinations cater to honeymooner and help create the perfect romantic locations. These top destination officials tell you why they have the right place for the right couple. Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report moderates a panel that includes: Milijana Borojević, director of partner marketing & sales development-USA & Canada for Korcula Tourist Board (Visit Korcula); Aremi Almada, promotion coordinator for Los Cabos Tourism (Visit Los Cabos) and Vinincia Strachan, general manager-romance for the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism. This panel was part of the Virtual Roadshows Destination Weddings & Honeymoons, held March 25-28, 2024. You can still see all the content from that show by registering at www.taconnect.travel/2024-agent-reg-dwh-vrs.
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Robin Lawther, vice president of Expedia TAAP, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about Expedia's awareness of the trend for travelers to use travel advisors. The result has been an increased investment by Expedia in travel advisors, aiming for a mutually beneficial partnership, offering competitive commissions, incentives and training programs. Lawther highlights the program's evolution, user-friendly interface and dedicated support, emphasizing TAAP's commitment to help advisors as a separate entity from Expedia.com. For more information, visit www.ExpediaTAAP.com.
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Rob Coleman, vice president of sales for Holland America Line, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the cruise line's legendary voyages, emphasizing unique routes, such as a full Mediterranean sailing from New York and a pole-to-pole world cruise, with fresh fish to table in 48 hours or less. Coleman also discusses the commissions to be made with group sales through Holland America's Group Advantage program. For more information, visit www.HollandAmerica.com.
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
What’s the perfect resort for your honeymooner or destination wedding clients? This panel of top resort executives give you all the answers, from the perfect suite to the most amazing romantic settings, from private dinners on the beach to a tub of rose pedals. The panel, moderated by Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report, includes: Andrea Hilbert, senior manager training and travel advisor onboarding for Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection; Tia Rooney, business development and weddings manager for Couples Resorts; Gabrielle Bededetto, business development manager for Majestic Resorts; and Hugo Arturo Aguilera De Alba, director of sales for Riu Hotels and Resorts. This panel was part of the Virtual Roadshows Destination Weddings & Honeymoons, held March 25-28, 2024. You can still see all the content from that show by registering at www.taconnect.travel/2024-agent-reg-dwh-vrs.
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Monday Apr 08, 2024
What’s the perfect resort for your honeymooner of destination wedding clients? This panel of top resort executives give you all the answers, from the perfect suite to the most amazing romantic settings, from private dinners on the beach to a tub of rose pedals. This panel, moderated by James Shillinglaw, editor in chief of Insider Travel Report, features Rubén Velázquez Robles, business development manager-U.S. and Canada for Ocean by H10 Hotels; Gilberto Machain, director of weddings for Karisma Hotels & Resorts; and Miguelina Martinez, weddings and groups convention manager at Princess Hotels & Resorts. This panel was part of the Virtual Roadshows Destination Weddings & Honeymoons, held March 25-28, 2024. You can still see all the content from that show by registering at www.taconnect.travel/2024-agent-reg-dwh-vrs.
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Manny Celdran, senior director of field sales for Scenic Group, talks with James Shillinglaw on a post-ASTA River Cruise Expo river cruise aboard Emerald Dawn through Holland and Belgium. Celdran talks about the differences between Emerald and Scenic, where Emerald is positioned in the market, and where the river cruise line goes in Europe, as well as the different kinds of cruise experiences offered by Scenic Group. For more information, visit www.emeraldcruises.com and www.scenicusa.com.
Friday Apr 05, 2024
Friday Apr 05, 2024
Diane Frisch, owner of Diane Frisch Destinations, a member of Nexion, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ASTA River Cruise Expo, where she was named ASTA River Cruise Travel Advisor of the Year. Frisch was selected from a long list of nominees based on her river cruise sales, her future bookings and her reputation as a river cruise specialist. She reveals that the ASTA River Cruise Expo, now in its third year, has had a lot to do with her success. For more information, visit www.dfdestinations.com, www.nexion.com and www.astarivercruiseexpo.com/2025.
Friday Apr 05, 2024
Friday Apr 05, 2024
Kristin Karst. executive vice president and co-founder of AmaWaterways, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how many ships the luxury river cruise line has right now, where it’s planning to cruise in 2024 and what specialty cruises it will offer. Karst also makes some news in this interview by saying AmaWaterways will briefly postpone the start of its eagerly awaited river cruises in Colombia until January 2025. She also says L Catterton, AmaWaterways’ new investor, is fully supporting the river cruise line’s management team and future strategy, and reveals even more new programs for travel advisors For more information, visit www.amawaterways.com.
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Steve Spivak, vice president-global sales and reservations for Tauck, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ASTA River Cruise Expo about what the famed upscale tour operator is offering with its European river cruise fleet. Spivak explains why a Tauck river cruise is different because of the company’s tour expertise. For more information, visit www.tauck.com.
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Sasha VanDenBosch and Ashley Crane, founders of Crave Travel, talk with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how their new company delivers immersive small group tours to-minded individuals passionate about culinary adventure around the world. They describe how their tours not only discover culinary delights but also create a sense of community with guests. For more information, visit www.cravetravel.org.
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Jen Halboth, CEO-North America for Riverside Luxury Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ASTA River Cruise Expo about how her river cruise line gives you a new luxury option for your clients on the rivers of Europe. Riverside, which two years ago bought Crystal River Cruises’ ships, is now featuring three vessels—Riverside Mozart, Ravel and the newly rechristened Debussy—sailing the Rhine, Rhone, Danube and other rivers. For more information, visit www.riverside-cruises.com.
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Jennifer and David Raezer, co-founders of Approach Guides, talk with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about their innovative company, which partners with top travel suppliers and agency groups to give you a powerful tool to market travel products and services. In the last year alone, Approach Guides has signed up multiple cruise lines, tour operator, host agencies and more to give them access to their innovative online product. For more information, visit www.approachguides.com.
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Stephen Ngamau, regional manager-Americas and West Africa for Kenya Airways, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the airline's expansion plans, which include increased flights from New York City, as well as the airline’s history, mission, customer service ethos (which they call "customer obsession") and their partnership with Delta Air Lines. For more information, call 866-536-9224 or visit www.Kenya-Airways.com.
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Marilyn Conroy, senior vice president-sales and marketing for Riviera River Cruises talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ASTA River Cruise Expo about how her company, which previously targeted the U.K. market, is now refocused on the U.S. market, offering brand new ships at value fares on the rivers of Europe. Riviera also has plans to grow its fleet in the next few years. For more information, visit www.rivierarivercruises.com.
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Marcus Leskovar, executive vice president of Amadeus River Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the ASTA River Cruise Expo last month about his Austrian-owned river cruise line, which has been plying the rivers of Europe with luxury ships since 1997. Now Amadeus is about to launch one of the most innovative river ships ever, one that runs on electric battery power, making it the ultimate sustainable vessel. For more information, visit www.amadeus-rivercruises.com.
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Betty Ichan, director of market development for the Kenya Tourism Board, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about Kenya's year-round appeal, diverse experiences beyond safari, recovery from COVID-19 and visitor demographics. Ichan also details how to get there, including Kenya Airways and cruise ships, upcoming events, sustainability efforts, and resources for travel advisors to learn more about promoting Kenya. For more information, email Bichan@KTB.GO.KE or Zablon@KTB.GO.KE, or visit www.MagicalKenyaTravelSpecialist.com and www.MagicalKenya.com.
Friday Mar 29, 2024
Friday Mar 29, 2024
Eric Darde, CEO of Beaumier, a hotel group with premium and luxury properties in France, Switzerland and Spain, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about its latest hotel openings and renovations, emphasizing its focus on unique locations, heritage architecture and wellness experiences. Darde also highlights Beaumier's commitment to nature and local culture. For more information, email sales@beaumier.com or visit www.beaumier.com.
Friday Mar 29, 2024
Friday Mar 29, 2024
Pam Hoffee, president of Avalon Waterways, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the ASTA River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam about Avalon’s new ship on the Douro, innovative itineraries in Europe and her company’s commitment to travel advisors. Hoffee reveals the latest news about Avalon on the rivers of Europe and more. For more information, visit www.avalonwaterways.com or www.globusfamilypartner.com.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Philip Jones, chief tourism officer for the Royal Commission for AlUla, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the authenticity and uniqueness of AlUla, and discusses the development of tourism there, upcoming luxury hotels and an emphasis on sustainability. Jones also introduces a new marketing campaign dubbed "Forever Revitalizing." For more information, visit www.ExperienceALULA.com.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Ellen Bettridge, president and CEO, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the ASTA River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam earlier this month. Bettridge describes her luxury line’s two new ships, S.S. Victoria and S.S. Elizabeth, both originally built for Crystal river ships and now leased from Riverside Luxury Cruises, as well as a newly constructed river ship, S.S. Emilie, due out in 2026. For more information, visit www.uniworld.com.
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Ken Muskat, managing director of Scenic Group U.S.A., talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at this year’s ASTA River Cruise Expo about what his two brands, Scenic and Emerald, are doing on the rivers of Europe and the rest of the world. Muskat is now a year on the job of his multi-brand ocean and river cruise company, which delivers ultra-luxury and high-premium cruise experiences. For more information, visit www.scenicusa.com and www.emeraldcruises.com.
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Bosun Mate Martin from Sea Cloud Spirit talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about what it’s been like to serve on a sailing yacht for more than 20 years on all three of Sea Cloud Cruises’ ships. Throughout his cruise career, Martin has only served with Sea Cloud because of his love of the line’s fully rigged sailing ships and the destinations they visit. For more information, visit www.seacloud.com.
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Zane Kerby, ASTA president and CEO, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about the third edition of the ASTA River Cruise Expo, held this year in Amsterdam with 12 ships and more than 1,300 attendees. Kerby describes how ASTA developed this river cruise event, which has resonated with so many of ASTA’s members eager to find out about river cruising and sell more. For next year’s event in Vienna (which is already sold out, though ASTA has a waitlist and may add more river ships), visit www.astarivercruiseexpo.org/2025. For more information on ASTA, visit www.asta.org.
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Les Standiford, a writer and lecturer who spoke onboard a recent Sea Cloud Spirit cruise, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about his many books that make up a virtual history of Florida tourism. Those books include one devoted to Henry Flagler and the building of Florida’s railroads and historic hotels (which proved crucial to tourism to the state). Standiford, who is the founding director of the Florida International University Creative Writing Program, also talks about his book examining the history of Palm Beach and Mar-a-Lago, a villa originally built by the Post fortune heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post, who also built the first Sea Cloud sailing ship still in use today. For more information, visit www.seacloud.com or find Standiford’s books on www.amazon.com.
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Nicole Kania, cruise director for Sea Cloud Spirit, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about all the activities, excursions and entertainment that guests can experience when onboard a real, three-masted sailing ship. From the actual setting of the sails to fascinating onboard lectures, from games and entertainment, often provided by the crew, from excursions ashore to boat trips around the ship, Kania orchestrates it all to provide a unique cruise experience. For more information, visit www.seacloud.com.
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Zane Kerby, president and CEO of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about why ASTA just launched a campaign to get travel advisors and their clients to write letters to their congressmen objecting the American Airlines’ planned change to its frequent-flyer plan that would adversely impact travel agencies. Under those changes, AA passengers would not get their AAdvantage points if they don’t book through an AA “preferred” travel agency, as approved by American. For more information, visit www.savemymiles.com or www.asta.org.
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Elias Stamatopoulos, hotel manager for Sea Cloud Spirit, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the accommodations, dining and service aboard this luxury sailing ship. With surprisingly large staterooms and suites, all opulently decorated, and a menu that has great options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sea Cloud delivers a true luxury experience under sail. For more information, visit www.seacloud.com.
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Captain Heiner Eilers, skipper of the Sea Cloud Spirit, talks to James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about what it’s like to oversee a fully rigged luxury cruise sailing ship under sail. Captain Eilers talks about the experience guests get, the training he had to learn the “ropes,” and why he enjoys Sea Cloud Spirit more than any other cruise ship. For more information, visit www.seacloud.com.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Chester Cooper, deputy prime minister and tourism minister for the Bahamas, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the latest tourism numbers, infrastructure improvements and how the destination is working to develop the cruise market, from a larger port complex in Nassau to new private island and beach destinations being launched in partnership with individual cruise lines. Cooper is interviewed onboard Sea Cloud Cruises’ Sea Cloud Spirit, one of the newest cruise lines to sail in the Bahamas, stopping at Eleuthera and the Exumas. For more information, visit www.bahamas.com or www.seacloud.com.
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Kevin Smith, vice president of sales for Sea Cloud Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how you can better sell the amazing experience of luxury cruising on a ship under full sail. Interviewed aboard the almost brand new Sea Cloud Spirit (it was launched in 2021), Smith details the accommodations, the dining, the amenities, the itineraries of tall ship sailing, a unique form of cruising that just may appeal to your high-end clients eager for something completely different. For more information, visit www.seacloud.com.
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Mirell Reyes, president of Sea Cloud Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her unique luxury cruise line, which operates three tall ships—the historic Sea Cloud, Sea Cloud II and the nearly brand new Sea Cloud Spirit. Interviewed aboard Sea Cloud Spirit, Reyes describes the ships, the accommodations, the dining. the service and the varied itineraries around the world, but mostly the sheer romance of cruising under full sail. For more information, visit www.seacloud.com.
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Michelle Buttigieg, Malta Tourism Authority’s representative for North America, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about Malta as a year-round destination rich in history, culture, and diverse activities. Buttigieg highlights Malta's appeal to various demographics, its accessibility via major European hubs, its booming tourism numbers, new hotel developments, contemporary art scene, film tourism, wine industry, yachting, and a readiness to assist travel advisors. For more information, visit www.VisitMalta.com.
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Dan McDermott, general manager of the British Colonial Hotel in the heart of Nassau in the Bahamas, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his newly reopened, completely renovated property. The historic hotel, formerly affiliated with Hilton, has received a refurbishment that includes its spectacular lobby, expansive pool area, and all rooms and suites. British Colonial is once again the palace to stay in the town of Nassau. For more information, visit www.britishcolonial.com.
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Sean McCarren, general manager of the Conrad Orlando, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his brand new luxury hotel located in an the upscale Evermore development just minutes from Walt Disney World (you can even see the Disney fireworks). With a wide selection of restaurants, a large spa, large modern rooms, a pool and even a lagoon, the stylish Conrad Orlando is the next great luxury property where your family clients can stay for a great vacation. For more information, visit www.conradorlando.com.
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Batu Erem, general manager of SOHO House Canouan, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his laid-back resort tucked away on this off-the-beaten-path island in the Grenadines. While most SOHO House properties are private clubs, this resort is open to the public as the smaller sister property of Mandarin Oriental Canouan (they have common ownership). For more information, visit www.sohohouse.com.
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Gerardo Say, executive chef at the Mandarin Oriental Canouan, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the cuisine he has created for this exclusive, off-the-beaten-path luxury resort in the Grenadines. Top notch dining venues at this ultimate hideaway include the high-end Tides Bar + Grill, Asianne and Lagoon Café, among others. For more information, visit www.canouan.co or www.mandarinoriental.com.
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Steve Odell, the new chief sales officer at Regent Seven Seas Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his exciting return to the luxury cruise line along with the newest addition to the World’s Most Luxurious Feet, new immersive itineraries that travel advisors can book for their clients, and how Regent Seven Seas is the best partner for luxury travel advisors. For more information, visit www.rssc.com/agent, www.rssc.com/regent-elevate and www.rssc.com/travel-advisor-specials.
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Hemal Jain, general manager of the Mandarin Oriental Canouan, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the range of activities guests can engage in at his off-the-beaten path luxury resort on this small island in the Grenadines. In the second part of this interview, Jain describes the spectacular golf course, tennis courts, archery, and kids club activities available at this massive property. He also details the waterspouts paddle board, sailing and more, and great hikes around the resort, including one to the top of the highest mountain on the island for spectacular views. For more information, visit www.canouan.co or www.mandarinoriental.com.
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Hemal Jain, general manager of the Mandarin Oriental Canouan, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his off-the-beaten path luxury resort on this small island in the Grenadines. In the first part of this interview, Jain describes the sumptuous and very large accommodations, the dining experiences, the Mandarin spa and more, all set on a massive property with less than 50 rooms. For more information, visit www.canouan.co or www.mandarinoriental.com.
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Brett Plotz, field operations team leader for InsideJapan, a part of Inside Travel Group, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how best to explore Kyoto in a day, starting with the efficiency of the bullet train between Tokyo and Kyoto. Landmarks visited include Nanzenji Temple, one of the most celebrated and oldest Buddhist temples, the "pure water" Kiyomizu Temple with its stage over panoramic views, and Sanjusangendo for its collection of 1,001 statues of Kannon. Plotz also discusses the exclusive Japanese menu items at McDonald's, not available anywhere else in the world. For more information, visit www.InsideJapanTours.com or www.InsideTravelGroup.com.
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Brett Plotz, field operations team leader for InsideJapan, a part of Inside Travel Group, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how best to explore Tokyo in a day, starting with the Imperial Palace, the famous Tokyo fish market, and Senso-ji Temple before lunch. Plotz also details the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world, the Shibuya Crossing, and Shinjuku's giant 3D cat billboard and cat cafes. For more information, visit www.InsideJapanTours.com and www.InsideTravelGroup.com.
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
George Karavias, CEO and founder of Dream Hospitality Group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his company, which develops cutting edge restaurants and nightclubs catering to the celebrity set. If you want to recommend a good restaurant for your clients, try Dream’s Panda Harlem, Pappas New York and other dining outlets. If you clients want to dance or part the night away, try Harbor NYC, Musica NYC and more. Karavias has his pulse on New York’s dining and nightlife. For more information, visit www.dreamhospitlitygroup.com.
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Dimitri Arida, vice president of marketing for Brown Hotels, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her unique collection of hotels and resorts in Greece, Cyprus, Croatia and Israel. Arida describes these high-end boutique properties set in spectacular islands and coastlines and catering to upscale clients. For more information, visit www.brownhotels.com.
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Ricarda Lindner, regional manager-the Americas for the German National Tourist Office, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the outlook for travel to Germany in 2024. Lindner reviews strong tourism numbers for Germany in 2023, talks about the themes for tourism campaigns for 2024, recommends the best times to travel to the country, and takes a look at the growth of airlift and the stabilization of hotel prices this year. For more information, visit www.germany.travel.
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Willis Loughhead, general manager The Algonquin Hotel in midtown Manhattan, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the history of this famed property, now part of Marriott’s Autography Collection, which made its debut in 1902. The hotel also is famed for being the host of the Algonquin Roundtable, a regular gathering of writers, poets, playwrights and other artists in the 1920s and 1930s (and the roundtable still exists today). Loughhead talks about the accommodations, public rooms, programming that reflects the hotel’s heritage—and the hotel cat! For more information, visit www.algonquinhotel.com.