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Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Chris Austin, president-North America for Explora Journeys, talks with Michaela Guzy about the vision behind Explorer Journeys' second ship, Explora II. Like its sister ship Explora I, Explora II delivers a boutique hotel-like experiences at sea. With plans to expand to six ships by 2028, Explora puts its focus on space, choice and exceptional dining. For more information, visit www.ExploraJourneys.com.
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
Michael Johnson, president of Ensemble, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s Ensemble Horizon’s in Las Vegas about what progress the consortium has made over the past year, what programs it offers to members, and what’s to come. Johnson says Ensemble is on its way to creating a new kind of agency group for travel advisors and preferred partners. For more information, visit https://ensembletravel.com
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
Chris Austin, president-North America for Explora Journeys, talks with Michaela Guzy about the vision behind Explorer Journeys' second ship, Explora II. Like its sister ship Explora I, Explora II delivers a boutique hotel-like experiences at sea. With plans to expand to six ships by 2028, Explora puts its focus on space, choice and exceptional dining. For more information, visit www.ExploraJourneys.com.
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Friday Sep 20, 2024
Friday Sep 20, 2024
In this second-part of a two-part interview, Jacki Marks, global head of trade brands for ALG Vacations, a division of Hyatt Hotels, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the company's City and Sea media event to Spain and Portugal. The event included a live Facebook event with celebrity travel champion Carson Kressley, and highlighted ALG Vacations' focus on expanding European product offerings. Marks recounts the hotels and resorts visited, including Secrets, Iberostar and Zoëtry in Mallorca, the Tivoli Hotel in Porto, as well as the Dreams Madeira Resort & Spa in Madeira (opening soon) and the newly opened Grand Hyatt Barcelona. For more information, visit www.ALGVacations.com or click here to see the Facebook Live event. (https://www.facebook.com/events/1266114807718364/?rdid=Lu13oCt9A6syci0W&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FAo7s2Zi6BJZ3Efio)
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
In this second-part of a two-part interview, Jacki Marks, global head of trade brands for ALG Vacations, a division of Hyatt Hotels, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the company's City and Sea media event to Spain and Portugal. The event included a live Facebook event with celebrity travel champion Carson Kressley, and highlighted ALG Vacations' focus on expanding European product offerings. Marks recounts the hotels and resorts visited, including Secrets, Iberostar and Zoëtry in Mallorca, the Tivoli Hotel in Porto, as well as the Dreams Madeira Resort & Spa in Madeira (opening soon) and the newly opened Grand Hyatt Barcelona. For more information, visit www.ALGVacations.com or click here to see the Facebook Live event. (https://www.facebook.com/events/1266114807718364/?rdid=Lu13oCt9A6syci0W&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FAo7s2Zi6BJZ3Efio)
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
In this first part of a two-part interview, Jacki Marks, global head of trade brands for ALG Vacations, a division of Hyatt Hotels, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about how ALG Vacations supports travel advisors by helping them enhance their social media marketing skills and better understand its product offerings. Through trips like the City and Sea media event to Spain and Portugal, which included a live Facebook event with celebrity travel champion Carson Kressley, advisors learn how to market destinations using content creation and social platforms, including Facebook, TikTok and Instagram. For more information, visit www.ALGVacations.com or click here to see the Facebook Live event.
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Chitose Yagi, executive assistant manager marketing and sales for the Tokyo Station Hotel, talks with Angela Hughes of Insider Travel Report about the hotel's history, location and services, highlighting its convenient location next to the Tokyo Station, making it ideal for travel within Tokyo and across Japan. Yagi discusses the hotel's unique features, including its extensive art collection, renowned breakfast and concierge meet-and-greet service. For more information, visit www.TokyoStationHotel.jp.
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Christine Conklin, vice president of marketing at Signature Travel Network, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at this month’s Signature Owners Meeting in Montreal about the agency cooperative’s extensive series of marketing programs. Conklin walks us through her group’s dedicated programs and how they benefit member agencies and preferred partners. For more information, visit https://join.sigtn.com.
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Renee Stanton-Defaria, director of sales for Goway Travel, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about Goway’s ambitious rebrand and its commitment to being the "best Goway Ever." Stanton-Defaria describes the thinking behind Goway’s brand transformation and focuses on how Goway empowers travel advisors with enhanced rewards, an industry-leading training program, and a refreshed product line of tailor-made trips to more than 115 countries on all seven continents. Learn more by visiting www.gowaypro.com.
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Ignacio Maza, former executive vice president of Signature Travel Network and now a consultant to the group, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his “finds” of the year in luxury hotels and new destinations. Maza, known for his talks about hotels and destinations, gives you his recommendations on where you should book your clients now. Maza has now formed his own consulting firm, WANDERMAZA, to help agencies and advisors find the world’s top properties and destinations. Find him on LinkedIn. For more information on Signature, visit https://join.sigtn.com.
All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are available on our Youtube channel, and as podcasts with the same title on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Steven Arthur, director of leisure sales for Timbers Resorts, gives James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report an update on his group of luxury properties designed for families and friends to come together and create lasting memories in some of the most special locations on Earth. Experience skiing in the Rockies, whale watching in Kauai, wine tasting in Tuscany, or golfing in Jupiter. We spoke with Arthur at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas. For more information, visit www.timbersresorts.com.
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Sunday Sep 15, 2024
Karryn Christopher, executive vice president-marketing and preferred partnerships for Signature Travel Network, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the Signature Owners’ Meeting in Montreal, held earlier this month. Christopher details the many marketing programs Signature offers to agency members, as well as the group’s preferred partner programs and events that take place throughout the year. For more information, visit https://join.sigtn.com.
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Manini Sen, head of business for Ananda in the Himalayas, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas about her wellness retreat and what it offers to guests. Sen details the Ananda experience and how guests can be rejuvenated and revived during their stay in one of the most exotic places in the world. For more information, visit https://www.anandaspa.com/en
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Carly Biggart, vice president of sales and marketing-Americas for Hurtigruten Norway, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about her cruise line’s two coastal itneraries going from Bergen or Oslo to Svalbard. Showcasing some of the most spectacular scenery in the world from the Arctic north to the Norwegian fjords, Hurtigruten also happens to have one of best restaurants at ses. Biggart details the sales resources she has to help you sell this spectacular set of cruises For more information, www.hurtigruten.com.
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Dondra Ritzenthaler, the new president and CEO of Azamara Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at the Signature Travel Network owners’ meeting about her first few months on the job. Most important, Ritzenthaler reveals details of Azamara’s revamped Azamara World Academy training coursse along with enhanced earning opportunities. For more information, visit https://connect.azamara.com/world-academy or www.azamara.com
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Chris Austin, president-North America for Explora Journeys, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report to get an update on his luxury and lifestyle company as it gets ready to debut its second ship, Explora II, in Rome next week. Austin gives a preview of the vessel and an update on programs to help you better sell the luxury vessel. For more information, visit www.explorajourneys.com.
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Carissa McDevitt, national sales manager for the Ranch at Laguna Beach, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas about this 87-acre luxury California property just minutes from the Pacific Ocean. It offers f97 cottages, farm-to-table cuisine at Harvest Restaurant, nine golf fairways, a boutique spa and more. For more information, visit www.theranchlb.com.
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Alex Sharpe, president and CEO of Signature Travel Network, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s Signature Owners’ Meeting in Montreal about the state of the travel agency cooperative, how the group’s sales surged yet again, and what the future holds for Signature. For Signature, it’s the very best of times for member travel agencies—and the group continues to provide the technology, marketing and training tools they need to be successful. For more information, visit https://join.sigtn.com or www.signaturetravelnetwork.com.
If interested, the original video of this podcast can be found on the Insider Travel Report Youtube channel or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube.
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Gilberto Salcedo, vice president of tourism for ProColombia, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas about his country’s multiple travel offerings, from historic cities like Cartagena to incredible natural attractions to luxurious experience—and soon a brand new river cruise. For more information, visit https://colombia.travel/en.
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Gary Sadler, chief sales officer for Unique Vacations, representative of Sandals and Beaches, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s ASTA Caribbean Showcase about why Sandals has sponsored and hosted the annual event for the past three years. Sadler says Sandals will sponsor ASTA Caribbean Showcase for at least 10 years as it seeks to help travel advisors to better sell the region and boost the economy of the entire Caribbean. For more information, visit www.sandals.com or www.asta.org.
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Zane Kerby, president and CEO of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), talks with James Shillinglaw of insider Travel Report about last month’s ASTA Caribbean Showcase at the Sandals Royal Curacao in Curacao. The third Caribbean showcase staged by ASTA in partnership with Sandals, this event, like its predecessors, proved to be another success. For more information, visit www.asta.org and www.sandals.com.
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Robert Marucci, commercial director for Hotel Del Coronado, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas about his famed hotel located just across the bay from San Diego and known as a haven for celebrities and vacationers alike. The Hotel Del has been recently refurbished and there are other projects in the works to keep this historic property on top as a marquee resort. For more information, visit www.hoteldel.com.
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Michael Unsworth, owner LD Restaurant and hotel on Korcula, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about his Michelin-star food and high-end boutique located in the old town on this spectacular Croatian island. Unsworth, a former British banker who now calls Korcula home, tells us just why the island is so special to him and for visitors and residents alike. For more information, visit www.ldrestaurant.com. For more information on Korcula, email info@visitkorcula.eu or visit www.visitkorcula.eu.
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Rodrigo Esponda, director of the Los Cabos Tourism Board, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas, about his destination’s continuing focus on creating a haven for luxury travelers. Esponda details the newest luxury hotel developments, new air service and new luxury experiences for high-end travelers. For more information, visit www.visitloscabos.com.
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Conor O'Leary, managing director of historic Gleneagles, gives James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report an update on what’s new and what stays traditionally the same at this famed Scottish golf resort. Interviewed at Virtuoso Travel Week last month in Las Vegas, O’Leary highlights the sumptuous spa and health club, Michelin-star dining and activities such as Land Rover driving and falconry, which make Gleneagles one of Scotland’s top luxury resorts. For more information, visit https://gleneagles.com.
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Bojana Lozica, our guide for Korcula, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about this medieval town located on the island of Korcula in Croatia. Lozica, who is a Korcula native, details the history and architecture of this historic town as well as what’s do and see in the rest of Korcula and its surrounding islands. To get in touch with her, send a What’s App message to +38598705714 or email blozica@gmail.com. For more information on Korcula, email info@visitkorcula.eu or visit www.visitkorcula.eu.
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Virginia Irurita, founder and executive partner of Made for Spain and Portugal, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week about how she is celebrating the 25th anniversary of her Spain and Portugal specialist this September. As a destination management company, Made for Spain and Portugal offers curated luxury trips including top hotels, guides, attractions, dining, transportation and much more for a high-end clientele. For more information, visit www.madeforspainandportugal.com.
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Barbara Muckermann, the new CEO of Kempinski Hotels, talks with James Shillinglaw of last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas, about her new role as head of one of the luxurious hotel collections in the world. Muckermann, who most recently served as CEO of Silversea Cruises, has big plans for Kempinksi, which she wants to turn into a widely recognized brand here in the U.S. and throughout the world. For more information, visit www.kempinski.com.
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Samy Ghachem, the new general manager of the upcoming La Dolce Vita-Orient Express, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week about his brand new Italian luxury train, which is set to debut next spring. Ghachem, who previously served as managing director for Le Sereno in St. Barths and Il Sereno on Lake Como, reveals new details of this sumptuous luxury train, which will feature multiple itineraries to the top cities of Italy with plans to expand to other destinations as well. For more information, visit www.orient-express.com/la-dolce-vita.
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Sofia Vandaele, general manager pf the InterContinental New York Barclay, talks with James Shillinglaw about her historic hotel, one of the original properties built near New York’s Grand Central Station to lodge the rich and famous. Today the property features large, completely renovated rooms and suites, and offers one of the best locations in New York. For more information, visit www.icbarclay.com or www.ihg.com.
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Janet Bava, chief commercial officer for Windstar Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week conference in Las Vegas about the latest news from the premium small ship specialist. We’ve covered Windstar a lot this year, but Bava details the newest itineraries, talks about the addition of two new ships, and highlights all the great programs for travel advisors offered by line. For more information, visit www.windstarcruises.com.
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Ryan Terrier, CEO of Island Routes, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about how his destination management company is marking 15 years of selling commissionable day trips and excursions in more than 20 islands in the Caribbean. Began by Adam Stewart, now executive chairman of Sandals Resorts International, the luxury all-inclusive resort company, Island Routes now sells pre- and post-cruise trips and excursions from top resorts across the Caribbean. For more information, visit www.islandroutes.com.
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Tshering Tobgay, prime minister of Bhutan, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about Bhutan's geographical features, highlighting its status as a carbon-negative nation with 72 percent forest cover and laws that prohibit climbing its mountains above 19,000 feet to protect their sacredness. Tobgay also discusses the country's tourism strategy, which focuses on "high value, low volume," with plans to cap visitors at 300,000 annually. For more information, visit www.Bhutan.Travel.
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Shweta Jain, the new chief marketing and sales officer for The Lela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at this month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas. Jain showcases The Leela’s 12 award=winning properties, each with its own unique location, art, culture and cuisine accompanied by Indian hospitality, celebratory rituals and immersive experiences. Find out what’s new and how you can create a real Indian luxury experiences with The Leela. For more information, visit www.theleela.com.
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Camille Olivere, chief sales officer at Globus family of brands, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the appetite for small group travel, what inspired this immersive product line, what it means for travel advisors, and what their clients can expect traveling on a Small Group Discovery tour. For more information, visit www.agents.globusfamily.com/ways-to-travel/small-groups.
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Camille Olivere, chief sales officer at Globus family of brands, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the appetite for small group travel, what inspired this immersive product line, what it means for travel advisors, and what their clients can expect traveling on a Small Group Discovery tour. For more information, visit www.agents.globusfamily.com/ways-to-travel/small-groups.
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Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Lori Nelson-Kraft, senior vice president of corporate affairs for the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, talks with James Shillinglaw of insider Travel Report about how your clients can see this year’s race and experience all that goes with it. Scheduled the weekend of Nov. 21-23, this year’s Grand Prix promises to be as big event as last year’s race. Nelson-Kraft details the different packages and viewing opportunities, including the best places to watch the race. For more information and tickets, visit www.f1lasvegasgp.com.
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Melissa Krueger, CEO of Classic Vacations, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at this month’s Virtuoso Travel Week about how it’s now even easier for you to work with her luxury wholesaler. Krueger details the new Beyond by Classic booking platform, new hotels and destinations in Classic’s inventory, plus other programs that can boost your luxury travel business. For more information, visit www.classicvacations.com.
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Christos Gkekas, founder and director of Blue Villas, talks with Angela Hughes of Insider Travel Report about the origins, growth, and unique offerings of his luxury villa management company in Greece. Starting with just 15 villas in 2011, Blue Villas' portfolio has expanded to more than 600 properties across 20 destinations. Gecas emphasizes the "three blues" concept—villas featuring views of the sea, sky, and a pool—and explains his company's strict quality verification program, personalized services and tailored experiences. For more information, visit www.BlueVillasCollection.com.
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Barbara Biffi, the new senior vice president-global sales for Silversea, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at this month’s Virtuoso Travel Week about her new role, the luxury and expedition cruise products she’s now responsible to sell through travel advisors in the U.S. and around the world, and what lies ahead for Silversea. The best part of it all is that Biffi is veteran Silversea executive who knows the brand intimately. For more information, visit www.Silversea.com or www.MySliversea.com.
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Shawn Tubman, senior vice president of sales, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vega about all the new opportunities travel advisors have to sell his luxury cruise line. Tubman details the new Iconic Explorations land program that advisors can book, the newest destinations for 2025, the new partnership with Aston Martin and its Formula 1 Grand Prix team. Most importantly he reveals the upcoming new class of ship with the launch of Seven Seas Prestige next year. For more information, visit www.rssc.com/agent.
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
David Griffiths, event director for the International Golf Travel Market, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report about the largest global golf tourism event, bringing together around 400 exhibitors and 350 buyers (travel advisors) from 45 countries to network in Lisbon starting Oct. 14, 2024. The annual event has seen significant growth, particularly from North America, driven by the increasing popularity of golf with younger and female golfers. For more information and to attend, visit www.IGTMarket.com.
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Sam Chamberlain, CEO-Americas for Ponant, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about his new role, the diverse Ponant fleet and the luxury comforts aboard all of its ships. We just got back from a cruise on Le Ponant, the cruise line’s original three masted ship, so we talk with Chamberlain about that vessel and much more. For more information, visit www.ponant.com.
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Sivert Lohse Overli, executive head chef on Hurtigruten’s MS Trolljord, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the culinary treats available on the ship, which cruises the Norwegian coast between Svalbard and Bergen. The big surprise onboard is what we think is one of the best restaurants at sea, Røst, where Overli offers a multi-course wine-paired tasting menu. For more information, visit www.hurtigruten.com.
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Monday Aug 26, 2024
John Diorio, vice president of North American sales at Virgin Voyages, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the reasons your Sailors are choosing Virgin Voyages, which now features new and exhilarating destinations for 2025, and why we're always Brilliant For You. For more information, visit www.FirstMates.com.
Monday Aug 26, 2024
Monday Aug 26, 2024
John Diorio, vice president of North American sales at Virgin Voyages, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the reasons your Sailors are choosing Virgin Voyages, which now features new and exhilarating destinations for 2025, and why we're always Brilliant For You. For more information, visit www.FirstMates.com.
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Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Marcus Faruga Karlden, food & beverage manager on MS Trollfjord, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the high-end dining available on this Hurtigruten Svalbard Express cruise of the Norwegian coast. The ship has three restaurants, including a main dining room, a bistro and Røst, the farm-to-table upscale dining outlet that just might be one of the best restaurants at sea. For more information, visit www.hurtigruten.com.
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Rob Coleman, senior vice president of sales now for both Holland America Line and Seabourn, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, talks about how he will now oversee sales for both brands with one dedicated team. Coleman also is no stranger to Seabourn, having worked in charter sales and more for the luxury line, even though he’s longtime sales executive and fan of Holland America. For more information, visit www.seabourn.com and www.hollandamerica.com.
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Marcus Faruga Karlden, food & beverage manager on MS Trollfjord, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the high-end dining available on this Hurtigruten Svalbard Express cruise of the Norwegian coast. The ship has three restaurants, including a main dining room, a bistro and Røst, the farm-to-table upscale dining outlet that just might be one of the best restaurants at sea. For more information, visit www.hurtigruten.com.
No time to watch this video? Listen to the audio podcast with the same title, available on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Rob Coleman, senior vice president of sales now for both Holland America Line and Seabourn, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, talks about how he will now oversee sales for both brands with one dedicated team. Coleman also is no stranger to Seabourn, having worked in charter sales and more for the luxury line, even though he’s longtime sales executive and fan of Holland America. For more information, visit www.seabourn.com and www.hollandamerica.com.
No time to watch this video? Listen to the audio podcast with the same title, available on Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google,Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.