TravelPulse Podcast
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About
Cutting through all the noise and giving you what you need to hear about in travel. Tune-in to hear TravelPulse's Executive Editor Eric Bowman discuss travel news, tips, and more with industry experts and other insightful guests.
Episodes
- Hantavirus, Travel Advisor Pain Points and More
This episode features Lesley Sawhook discussing current travel news such as hantavirus and summer pricing. Sawhook also shares insights on challenges faced by travel advisors, covering topics like client management, commissions, and team o…
- Spirit’s Collapse, Celebrating Travel Advisors and More
Ryan Doncsecz joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss trending travel news, including the situation with Spirit Airlines. The conversation also covers travel advisor appreciation, offers, rewards, incentives, and advice for growing a trav…
- Price Hikes, Multi-Gen Travel Trends and More
This episode of the TravelPulse Podcast features Kristin Hancock of Bright Life Travel Co. They discuss travel news such as airfare price increases and United CEO communications, followed by an in-depth look at multi-generational travel tr…
- Europe’s Big Change, Airline Merger Rumors, and How to Be Better Travelers
This episode discusses current travel news, such as the jet fuel crisis impacting airfare and airline merger rumors. It includes an interview with Jessica Blotter, CEO of Kind Traveler, who shares steps for more sustainable and affordable…
- YouTube for Travel Advisors
Danny Genung of Harr Travel joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news and the role of YouTube for travel advisors. Genung offers advice on what advisors should and should not post on the platform.
- TSA Issues, Importance of Advisor Education and More
Alvin Adriano, Director of Education for the American Society of Travel Advisors, joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news like TSA lines and airfare prices. He also shares insights on the significance of travel advisor…
- On Location at 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo
The TravelPulse Podcast covers the 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo, discussing travel news like the Middle East War's impact and TSA callouts. It features an interview with AmaWaterways CEO Catherine Powell, who shares insights on river cruisi…
- 2026 Spring Break Travel Trends
This episode features Christy Brown of Little Luxuries Travel discussing current travel news, including disruptions and a Royal Caribbean ban. Brown also shares insights on 2026 spring break travel trends, top destinations, and managing la…
- Social Media Insights for Travel Advisors
Shannon Kittner joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news and provide social media tips for travel advisors. The conversation covers platform selection, content strategy, and lead generation via social media, starting ar…
- Luxury Travel Trends in 2026
Aanchal Gandhi, co-founder of Cozy Travel, and Ruthanne Terrero, director of luxury content for Northstar Travel Group, join the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news and emerging luxury travel trends. They also offer advice f…
- 2026 Romance Travel Trends
Beth Rasor of Luxury Travel Boutique discusses current travel industry trends, including Europe-US travel data and fees. She also shares insights into romance travel, destination weddings, and honeymoons, offering tips for travel advisors.
- Biggest Changes the Travel Industry Needs
Antoine Wilson joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news and necessary industry shifts, including improving inclusiveness, representation, and the advisor-supplier relationship. He also offers advice for travel professio…
- Billion-Dollar Deals Shaking Up the Travel Industry
This episode of the TravelPulse Podcast features Stephen Scott discussing travel industry news and recent billion-dollar deals. The conversation explores how mergers and acquisitions impact the travel industry and travel advisors, with the…
- 2026 Wave Season Trends
Scott Koepf and Michael Consoli of Cruise Planners discuss 2026 travel industry trends, including government proposals and the travel advisor career path. They also share insights on Wave Season cruise trends, rising sectors, and deals, of…
- 2026 Travel Trends
This episode of the TravelPulse Podcast features Velia Kennedy, owner and CEO of Modern Family Travel. They discuss recent travel industry news, including a Caribbean airspace closure and Hawaii cruise tax updates. The conversation also co…
- Recapping 2025 in Travel, Looking Ahead to 2026
In this final 2025 episode of the TravelPulse Podcast, Ryan Corrigan and Steven Gould reflect on major travel industry events, including government shutdowns and business mergers. They also share business growth strategies for travel advis…
- New Travel Campaigns
This TravelPulse Podcast episode discusses recent travel industry news, including DOT campaigns and Trump Administration proposals. It features Aurelien Uhrik of Air France KLM, who shares details about the airline's offerings, new US rout…
- Boosting Your Travel Business
Joshua Harrell, Chief Revenue Officer at WorldVia Travel Network, joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss recent travel news and provide actionable advice for travel advisors. He covers strategies for social media, email marketing, and ov…
- 2025 Holiday Travel Outlook
Angela Hughes, founder and CEO of Trips and Ships Luxury Travel, joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news, including air travel and new cruise ships. Hughes also shares insights on the 2025 holiday travel season, noting…
- On Location at 2025 CruiseWorld Show
This episode of the TravelPulse Podcast features discussions on travel news, including Jamaica's recovery plan and flight reductions. It includes an interview with Janet Bava, Chief Commercial Officer for Windstar Cruises, covering cruisin…
- Chatting with a Cruise Icon: Richard Fain Shares Stories From His Prolific Career
The TravelPulse Podcast discusses current travel industry news, including Hurricane Melissa and potential government shutdown timelines. The episode features an interview with Richard Fain, Chairman of Royal Caribbean Group, who shares car…
- Tips for Navigating Points and Miles
Taylor Beckett, founder of Luxury Corporate Travel, discusses travel industry news and shares advice on navigating points and miles programs, detailing how travel advisors can best maximize these benefits.
- The Star Advisors on “Extra Mile Club”
Global Travel Collection advisors Leslie Tillem and Curtis Parris join the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news, including the impact of a government shutdown and ASTA's new tool. They also share their experience auditioning…
- Dominican Republic's New Hot Spots
The TravelPulse Podcast episode discusses recent travel news and interviews executives from the Dominican Republic about new hot spots. Guests include Raquel Reyes, Jason Kycek, Miriam Hernandez, Laura Santoni, Mark Fraser, and Angel Gonza…
- 2025 Fall Travel Trends
Tom Brussow joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss current travel news, including the Spirit Airlines situation and train travel. He also shares insights into the top fall travel trends, popular destinations, and planning strategies, off…
- Last-Minute Trips Rising
Eli Wagner, founder of Wagner Bespoke Travel, joins the TravelPulse Podcast to discuss trending travel news and the increasing trend of last-minute trip bookings. Wagner also shares advice for travel advisors on managing last-minute client…
- The State of Accessible Travel Today
This week, I welcome Jordana Izzo of Travelmation to the show to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a big move by the Trump administration, Google's new travel tool, and much more. Later, Izzo sh…
- The Travel Agency Power List
This week, I welcome two guests: Rebecca Tobin, Managing Editor for Travel Weekly and Jamie Biesiada, Senior Editor for Travel Weekly. Together, we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Delta's…
- Cruise Line Private Islands
This week, I welcome two guests: Sarah Kuta, our cruise writer here at TravelPulse, and Jesse Morris, owner of We Book Travel. We first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including new updates on TSA's…
- Jackie Friedman Talks State of the Industry, Tips for Advisors, and More
This week, I welcome Jackie Friedman, President of Nexion Travel Group, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including new changes from the TSA, overtourism issues, and more. Later, Friedman shares her thoughts on the…
- The Travel Advisor-BDM Relationship
This week, I welcome three wonderful guests to the show: Krysti Konopacky and James Ayres of Two BDMs and a Mic podcast , and Ryan Doncsecz of VIP Vacations. The four of us first talk about the trending news of the week, i…
- The Rise of the Micro-Cation
This week, I welcome Kristy Mosolino, owner of Wishes Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the impact President Trump's new bill will have on travel, a new tourist tax in Mexico, and more…
- Avoiding Travel Disasters
This week, I welcome Ladell Carter, founder of Royal Expression Travels, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the new worldwide travel alert, cruise line updates, and more. Later, Carter and I chat abou…
- Mastering Travel Industry Events
This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including anti-tourism protests in Europe, cruise ship incidents, and a naughty tourist. Later, I welcome Cat Brask of Northstar Travel Group and Kathy Dold,…
- 2025 Summer Travel Outlook
This week I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the Trump Administration's recent actions impacting travel, updates for Newark airport, and much more. Later, I welcome Misty Belles, Vice President…
- Epic Theme Park Updates
This week, I welcome Catalina Freeman, co-owner of Everlasting Travel Company, to the podcast to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the current state of air travel, travel advisory updates, and more. Lat…
- Shifts in Consumer Behavior
This week, I welcome Angela Hughes, CEO of Trips and Ships Luxury Travel, to the podcast to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the DOT's new plan to overhaul the air traffic controller system, and much more. …
- Mexico’s Rising Tourism Destination and Top News of the Week
This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including Travel Advisor Appreciation Month, United's fiasco at Newark, and much more. Later, hear my thoughts on Mexico's rising tourism destination: the Ba…
- Travel Advisor Business Tips
This week, I welcome Courtnie Nichols, owner of Travel Bash, to the podcast to first discuss trending news in the travel industry, including recession threats, free wifi on flights, and more. Later, Nichols shares her top busine…
- Navigating Travel Requirements
This week, I welcome Debbie Brown, owner of SmartBird World Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including President Trump's tariffs, a crazy tourist, and more. Later, Brown shares insights into&n…
- Touring the World With TTC Tour Brands
This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including travel brands' new April Fools jokes, air travel concerns, and more. Later on the show, I welcome Whitney Ramirez, Senior Vice President,…
- Women's Roles in Travel
This week I welcome TravelPulse Senior Editor Mia Taylor and TravelPulse Associate Editor Lacey Pfalz to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including recent changes from US airlines, travel ban update…
- Travel Industry’s Biggest Changes Over the Last 5 Years
This week, I welcome Jeremy Sulek, CEO of Jetset World Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including a new report from WTTC, air traffic controller updates, and more. Later, Sulek shares his…
- Spring Break Travel Trends
This week, I welcome Lesley Sawhook, owner of Exclusive Travel Partners, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including air traffic controller updates, a potential new tourism tax, and more. Later, Sawhook provid…
- Legal Tips for Travel Advisors
This week I welcome Peter Lobasso, Senior Vice President & General Counsel for the American Society of Travel Advisors. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the status of air travel safe…
- 2025 Romance Travel Trends
This week I welcome Ashley Morris, Owner of Alpaca Your Bags Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Hyatt acquiring Playa Hotels & Resorts, President Trump targeting the air traffic controller system an…
- Vegetarian and Vegan Travel
This week I welcome Rebecca Gade Sawicki, travel advisor and founder of Veggies Abroad. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including last week's tragic plane crash, a potential major hotel acquisition, and more.&…
- Modern Marketing in Travel
This week I welcome Scott Largay, Director of Business Strategy for Largay Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including major cruise news, new hotel rooms coming to the Mexican Caribbean, and muc…
- President Trump’s Potential Travel Industry Impact
This week I dive into the top trending news stories of the last week in the travel industry, including the DOT issuing lawsuits and fines against US airlines, the latest on UK and Europe entry fees, and more. Later, I welcome Jessica…
- Navigating 2025 Wave Season
Welcome back to the TravelPulse Podcast! This week I'm joined by Tawnee Sons, co-owner of World2Sea, a Cruise Planners franchise. Together we first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including the tourism industry support for…