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Megan Springer Chapa
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Oct 28, 2021
Travel To Slovenia, A European Day Tripper's Playground
Exploring the pristine mountainsides and kayaking in underground caverns of Slovenia will work up your appetite. Dine on traditional dormouse amus bouche and dumplings with Katherine Parker Magyar this week on Travel Radio Podcast. Her excitement for Slovenia is contgious.
If the eye-popping price tags of Western Europe kept you from booking a trip consider this budget friendly, but no less idyllic alternative. #slovenia #easterneurope #travelpodcast #travelradio #travelradiopodcast #travel #europe #budgettravel #familytravel #meganchapa
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Jul 16, 2021
Traveling Turkey As The Only Tourist w/ Shebs Alom
Opening with a 20 min special segment on unveiling fake travel influencers. Turkey travel content can be accessed by skipping ahead to min market 20:00. For an excellent article on this episode please visit the blog at: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/post/the-only-tourist-in-turkey-w--shebs-alom #turkey #travel
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Jul 1, 2021
Disney Cruising For All, Some or NONE..?
Emily Swinehart has two cruises booked on Disney; one is for her and her husband and one as a family. Having previously sailed Disney, Emily did not hesitate to book these two cruises. Known as a more expensive vacation investment Emily still booked Disney, even for her couples cruise, because of the quality they offer.
I was surprised but really interested to learn more. She has concerns over the sailings and potential masking for her kids but is hopeful for a smooth return to sailing and no cancellations..
This is one of two interviews I recorded for a forth coming article in Military Families Magazine. The previous interview with cruise agency owner Valery Gossett can be heard here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/post/see-the-future-the-crystal-ball-of-cruising-episode
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Jun 24, 2021
Future of Cruising, What Floats Now
This is a companion podcast for an article printed/forthcoming in Military Families Magazine by the same title. Guest Valerie Gossett shares her insights as her travel agency surpasses a million dollars in cruise bookings this month.
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Jun 17, 2021
Tankah Mayan Village, Connecting With Ancient Cultures in the Riviera Maya
Tankah Mayan Village is your opportunity to engage with people who are preserving tradition and inviting you to experience it. More than a water park you will experience the food, bee keeping and village life of the residents of Tanka Mayan Village. Guest Kathy Seifert shares her insight as a former travel professional and current luxury lifestyle writer. Read her insights and show notes at travelradiopodcast.com/podcasts
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Jun 10, 2021
Three C's San Miguel De Allende: Cooking, Colors and a Cathedral | The Heart of Mexico
Why is San Miguel De Allende called the Heart of Mexico? You'll just have to listen to find out. Travel, food and culture writer Katy Spratte Joyce shares her tips on San Miguel De Allende, Mexico.
When planning a travel to San Miguel De Allende consider finding a cooking classes with a local chef. You will start in a market and turn your purchases into local cuisine. Katy always recommends exploring a local culture through your stomach. I agree. Feed me all of the food (and margaritas).
Walk of your meal by exploring the white wall mural project. Find a guide to help you navigate as the project is ongoing and murals will change. They will be able to provide you with the connection or significance the art plays to San Miguel De Allende, Mexico.
Katy''s third tip is to explore the iconic city cathedral. My own request is to make sure you tour respectfully and not snap photography while mass is in session.
Not ready to leave the San Miguel De Allende yet? Plan a day trip through the local wine region (forth coming episode with Korrine Johnson on this). It's about an hour drive and provides an excellent way to bookend your trip with culinary delights.
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Jun 3, 2021
Quintana Roo, Swimming with Whale Sharks
Quintana Roo, Swimming with Whale Sharks. Lori Gold, Riviera Maya expert shares her insights from first hand encounters.
M: Today we are going to stay in the region of Quintana Roo as we were also in for our last episode. To give us some geographical orientation I want you to picture Mexico as a mermaid's tale. She is doing a little swish to the right. Quintana Roo is at the upper part of the mermaid's right most flipper. The Isle of Mujeres is just off the east coast of that. How do you like my description Lori?
L: Totally accurate 😉
M: This is another adventure by water and imagining today's topic I just feel really small. So, can you please introduce today's topic and who the ideal traveler is for this activity.
L: Swimming with Whale Sharks and it's for all nature lovers!
M: So I imagine you swimming in gorgeous clear waters and then beast of tremendous scale surrounding you on all sides. What is the experience really like?
L: The water is dark and it makes you feel very small.
M: Did you have any introspective moments during or after your swim? Did you gain any life perspective your would like to share?
L: It really makes you feel small. You have a great respect for nature and your place in it.
M: Any tips, warnings or guidance travelers need to know before committing to this daring swim?
L: They don't want you to wear sunscreen so that the animals are not exposed to it. Wear a rash guard if you can. Most tours will also feed you after and the setting will be in gorgeous placid water. Its a wonderful ending.
M: Is there any sort of eco, educational or conservation component to this trip?
L: Not that I am aware of but the guides and locals and invested in their country. For example they will teach you about the sunscreen, what they eat, etc.
M: What are we missing? This is your time to share anything I've missed!
L: For anyone that wants to visit the Riviera Maya I am happy to help you plan your trip and answer questions.
M: Thank you for being my guest once again. Let's plan another recording sooner than later!
L: Right oh!
M: Bye everyone and thank you for listening!
L: Byeeee!
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May 27, 2021
Chichen Itza with KPM
Yes, this actually was the purpose and glory of the game played at Chichen Itza, Yucatan State, Mexico. You strive to win so that you might be sacrificed to the gods. Chichen Itza is a pre-Colombian archeological site in striking distance of many Cancun and Tulum resorts. If you see nothing else in the area, see this while on your next vacation.
Katherine Parker-Magyar, travel writer, rejoins travel radio podcast to provide compelling reasons you need to go and explore this ancient wonder. Look for the episode on Thursday!
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May 20, 2021
Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico with Brandon Berkson
Just an hour and one half drive into the Mexican border, Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico's Napa Valley, awaits you. Brendan Berkson, or Hotels Above Par, shares his insights into the region using his 1, 2, 3 signature format. Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lIRcQ62jz0k
Format:
M: Would you please take a minute to introduce yourself and Hotels Above Par?
B: My name is Brandon Berkson. I am a travel and hotel enthusiast, who splits his time between New York and San Diego. Additionally, I'm the Founder of Hotels Above Par: an expert-curated guide with under-two-minute articles for the hip traveler who is short on time.
Hotels Above Pay is known for our around-300-word articles, which are, in their entirety, posted on our Instagram, website, and newsletter. We’ve had a range of great travel journalists write for us — including Katherine Parker-Magyar and Katy Spratte Joyce. I know they both appeared on this podcast!
M: What is your backstory? Hotels Above Par is a very new but very successful venture. How did you get from your previous work into Hotels Above Par full time?
B: Since I was a kid, I always knew I wanted to work in travel and hotels
My first hotel job was a front desk associate and bellboy at a boutique property in San Francisco. Eventually, I landed travel and hospitality PR positions in Paris, London, and New York City.
Most recently, I was working at a Travel PR firm in New York; however, this was upended in April 2020 as I was furloughed like so many in the industry. I was devastated, but knew I wanted to support hotels during a time they needed love most. I wanted them to feel relevant and talked about during this dark period.
I created Hotels Above Par’s (HAP) around-300-word format, designed to capture one’s interest in this world we live in; as everyone knows, there is an overabundance of content competing for our attention every day. One year later (we just had our first birthday), I’m grateful to share we have over 65,000 IG followers, 17,000+ newsletter subscribers, and 23,000+ monthly unique visitors on our website.
I was actually brought back to work at the PR firm in August 2020; however, after many twelve-hour working days between both positions, I decided to pursue Hotels Above Par full-time last month.
M: Where can people find you online if they want to follow along?
B: Instagram: @HotelsAbovePar and at HotelsAbovePar.com
M: Now, where are we going today?
B: Today we are headed to Valle de Guadalupe, in the Mexican state of Baja California. I must say, I consider myself very well-versed on this area. Not only did I grow up in San Diego — twenty-five minutes from the border — but I also, for the second half of 2020, landed a weekly travel segment in Spanish on leading Mexican network, Radio Formula. I talked a lot about travel to Baja California.
M: On Hotels Above Par you are very good at story telling in short character counts. Today, I would like you to have the freedom to retell your best, favorite or funniest story of Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico in as many characters/sound bites as you like. Can you tell us your story please?
B: Yes, I do have a funny story! My friends and I went to Bruma Wine Garden — a hip eatery where you dine under eucalyptus trees. We asked the bartender to make us a “surprise cocktail,” something “very authentic.” Upon receipt of the drinks, my friend realized there was a grasshopper at the top (this is a common delicacy in Mexico). She screamed so loud — everyone looked at us! So, with that, I ended up eating two grasshoppers — hers and mine. They were so good!
M: I have never driven into...
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May 17, 2021
Refunday Monday | Grand Velas Riviera Maya Review w/ Tami Santini
If you watched the YouTube video you know Tami Santini brought props and I loved every second of it! This is the first time a guest has brought props to a live with me. Tami Santini was a delight to interview and offered candor on the "well dones" and "needs work" on this property. However, her reflections on her stay were overall exceptional.
This is a replay from the All-Inclusive Winners series as chosen by travel professionals. Some resorts are going above and beyond during these certain times. Choose one that has your back. Travel agents have sorted through the lot and given their approval on this series of Travel Radio Podcast.
Want to be an expert on Travel Radio Podcast? Apply here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/collaborate
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 13, 2021
Road Trip Through the Yucatan State, Mexico
What is it like to drive in Mexico? Lori Gold starts us off with some guidelines to manage expectations and help you successfully road trip through Mexico. After that we move onto a REALLY FANTASTIC five point round up of Yucatan State attractions.
This is also available in a video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w_PcPlcCNp0
Format:
Top five road tripping points for Yucatan state in Mexico.
M: Welcome back to the program Lori Gold! You can pretty well host the show today because you are super familiar with it by now!
L: Lol Megan, you are HILARIOUS 😂 lol
M: Lori, for listeners or viewers that have not heard your past episodes can you recap them for us briefly?
L: We’ve spoken about the fabulous Atelier Playa Mujeres, about the magical cork forest and the majestic whale sharks!
M: Now let's run today's episode a bit like a round up. Let's call it Lori's top five Yucatan State Destinations.
L: Okay! Vamos!
M: Before we get started can you set some expectations for drivi…
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May 6, 2021
Kayaking Cork Forests in Solferino, Quintana Roo with Lori Gold
Exploring Cork Forests in Mexico Format:
Check out the YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/86Ud2aFrEB8
M:Where can people find you online?
L: Probably the place I am most active is my Instagram: @explorewithlor !
M: Where are we going today?
L: Two hours west of the Cancun airport to a tiny town no one has heard of which has an amazing cork forest.
M: Can you paint a mental picture or "a moment in time" floating through a cork forest?
L: It’s magical, mystical, and peaceful. It feels like you are in a fairytale
M: This blows my mind. I didn't realize there were cork forests in Mexico. I've seen some footage of getting to the cork forest and getting to the tour. It looked pretty bumpy and they advised against anyone with back problems or who is pregnant to avoid this tour. When you visited what was this like for you?
L: Yes you are on an ATV type of vehicle and you go pretty deep into the jungle. This part of Mexico is pretty flat, no mountains or anything like that…
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May 3, 2021
Monday Replay: Unico 2087 Resort Review!
Kristi Mackedanz is the lucky, luxury travel planner to review Unico 2087! There is something about this property because the number of agents that wanted to review it was incredible. This property offers a unique frame work of credits for onsite options making your out of pocket spending for extras very reasonable. That might lead to it popularity!
Enjoy this Monday Replay:
This is a replay from the All-Inclusive Winners series as chosen by travel professionals. Some resorts are going above and beyond during these certain times. Choose one that has your back. Travel agents have sorted through the lot and given their approval on this series of Travel Radio Podcast.
Want to be an expert on Travel Radio Podcast? Apply here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/collaborate
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 29, 2021
Aruba | Open For US Travelers, Current Insights
Theresa Chu-Bermudez just returned from her professional inspection and experience of Aruba. This was a fact finding mission. Should she present Aruba to her clients? Is this really "One Happy Island"?
Aruba won Theresa, the skeptic, over! She would return tomorrow if she had the chance!
On this episode we talk about:
* Current entry and exit requirements
* Types of virus tests accepted
* Hotel options
* Should you go all-inclusive?
* Driving on Aruba, easy and manageable
* Impolite donkeys
* A locals dive bar and beer
* Shopping downtown
* Architectural Influences
Theresa Chu-Bermudez had also been a guest of Travelradiopodcast.com speaking on Japan and Scandinavia.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 26, 2021
Replay Monday: Review Atelier Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort
Lori Gold, rock star Canadian travel professional and on site inspection maven chose Atelier Playa as her winning resort for the review series. As someone who lives in the region and tours a million resorts a week, you can have some confidence in her selection. (Ok, I exaggerated, she probably tour about 1000 resorts a week...)
This is a replay from the All-Inclusive Winners series as chosen by travel professionals. Some resorts are going above and beyond during these certain times. Choose one that has your back. Travel agents have sorted through the lot and given their approval on this series of Travel Radio Podcast.
Want to be an expert on Travel Radio Podcast? Apply here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/collaborate
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 22, 2021
Costa Rica: Exploring Arenal Volcano & Costal Papagayo Areas
Return guest Emma Major Schroeder recently spent time in Costa Rica. Costa Rica is defined by very distinct geological and cultural influence. We go into great depth on two of those regions.
For this week's blog on Costa Rica entry requirements click here.
Costa Rica loose podcast format includes:
* Emma's favorite recent Costa Rica story
* Regional highlights for Papgayo and Arenal regions of Costa Rica
* Property stayed at
* Insights or tips for this region of Costa Rica
* The bumpy journey to Arenal Area from Papagayo
* Special geological features in this region. Can you share them with us?
* Accommodation expectations in this region.
* Taking advantage of the geography, hot springs and zip lining
* Dining, grocery shopping and setting expectations
* Ideal traveler for Costa Rica
Emma Major Schroeder has been featured on Travel Radio one time previously. https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/post/south-africa-of-wine-and-lions
Hello Traveler,
I h…
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Apr 19, 2021
Monday Refunday | Review Hyatt Ziva and Zilara All-Inclusive
Matty K might as well live on these properties. That is how often he is in the DR! One time he called me so I could see it live. Normally the sound of the blender would make me mad trying to fight over the sound to talk. Not this time. I just wanted whatever frozen cocktail was whipping to perfection!
This is a replay from the All-Inclusive Winners series as chosen by travel professionals. Some resorts are going above and beyond during these certain times. Choose one that has your back. Travel agents have sorted through the lot and given their approval on this series of Travel Radio Podcast.
Want to be an expert on Travel Radio Podcast? Apply here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/collaborate
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 15, 2021
What Is Travel Coaching with Sahara Rose DeVore
M: Sahara Rose Devore, welcome to the podcast. Would you please take a minute to introduce yourself?
S: I am Sahara Rose, a Wellness Travel Coach and Consultant and the Founder of The Travel Coach Network. I created and run the world's only ICF accredited certification program for international travel coaches and as a travel coach myself, I focus on the wellness benefits of travel for corporate wellness and business travel.
M: Where can people find you online?
S: Instagram and facebook at Sahara Rose The Travel Coach and The Travel Coach Network. Also, TheTravelCoachNetwork.com
M: I expect the concept of travel coaching is new to many listeners. There are many travel professionals and agents that listen to this podcast. Travel coaching may be something that is of interest to them. Do you have any travel planners in your coaching program right now?
S: Yes, there are travel experts of all sorts in my program and the TCN. This ranges from travel agents, tour operators,…
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Apr 9, 2021
Ghana, Africa | 23 Reasons To Plan A Heritage Tour | Priscilla Holmes
Journey to Ghana Cultural and Historic Tour
Priscilla, https://cillatravel.com, was always interested in her family genealogy. At family events she could be found drilling the oldest family members on the who is who of her family. The stream of information dried up with her great-great-grandmother, Easter Roberts.
As an elementary schooler, Priscilla learned Easter Roberts was born a slave. Records place her as a 7 year old girl and was then separated from her family. Tragically, the paper trail history stops there. Likely, she was from another plantation in the area. Easter could remember a white lady bringing her to the plantation where she lived until she was emancipated. The clear trail stops there.
Ultimately she wanted to trace her lineage back to Africa. When the paper history ended Priscilla picked up with DNA tracing. She started with a general DNA test (23andMe) to find relatives in the the US. That test also had some generalized regions tracing her lineage…
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Apr 1, 2021
America's Top 5 Unique Spa Experiences | Ashley Steinmetz
Elevate your road trip this summer with one of these unique spa experiences. My guest, Ashley Steinmetz, consults with hotels and spas on how to uniquely raise the bar for their guests. She is the perfect expert to make recommendations on heightened spa experiences to purposely put onto your road trip itinerary this year.
About Ashley: I'm proud to be the founder of Perfect Wave Marketing. We help hotels get on the map for well-being and become a magnet for wellness seekers. I'm proud to say that my agency is an award winning marketing & PR agency.
Ashley Steinmetz can be contacted at:
https://perfectwavemarketing.com
ashley@perfectwavemarketing.com
America's Top 5 Unique Spa Experiences according to Ashley Steinmetz, Founder of Perfect Wave Marketing, a boutique marketing and PR house catering to hotels around the world that offer wellness.
America’s Top 5 Unique Spa Experiences:
5. SpaTerre: A luxury spa on Little Torch Key Island, Florida (A Florida Key only reachab…
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Mar 29, 2021
An Episode For Easter Oberammergau Passion Play 2022
(This is a Monday Replay)
It is ironic that a play started as means to prevent the plague from ravaging their small town in Bavaria has been halted by one. However, this Passion Play is not canceled it is only postponed! You can still make it to the Oberammergau Passion Play of 2022.
A unique aspect of this play is the casting practice and qualifications to perform in the play. Only villagers of Oberammergau may participate. Of the 5k+ village nearly half of them from children to seniors participate. It is a ten year reunion no one misses!
On this podcast I interview Frederik Mayet, one of two actors that, portrays Jesus Christ in this Passion Play. Enjoy his insight, humble good humor and love for his village and craft.
Blessings to you this Easter!
~ Megan Chapa
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Mar 25, 2021
South Africa of Wine and Lions!
News Flash: Guest Emma Major Schroeder just received the Conde Nast Top Travel Special 2021 award. Enjoy her expert advice and keep dreaming up your South African travel!
South Africa Podcast Format:
M: Emma, welcome to the podcast will you take a minute to introduce yourself?
E: Hi everyone! I’m Emma Major and I own Major Traveler. We’re affiliated with Epperly Travel and Virtuoso. I have a team of 4 agents who are all stars and all passionate about different things. As an agency, we plan a lot of honeymoons as well as big bucket list trips for our clients.
M: Where are we going today?
E: South Africa! One of my favorite places in the world.
M: Please kick us off with your best South African travel story!
E: I went on my first South African safari a few years ago and had no idea what to expect. I heard many reports that a visit to Africa is life changing and will impact you in unimaginable ways. I didn’t fully understand this until we truly experienced South Africa…
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Mar 17, 2021
Watch St. Patrick's Day Events Live!
Live from Dublin Cathy Whelan joins me to talk about St. Patrick the man, the legend, the live events and highlights of the week's activities. Watch over at Travel Radio Podcast of FB for the live interview! Additionally, sign up for the newsletter for our live tour with Cathy coming up shortly!
2021 St. Patrick’s Day Festival
This year’s theme – “Duisigh Eire” – Awaken Ireland
The St. Patrick's Festival broadcasting globally Friday 12th to Wednesday 17th March, 9.30 am - 10 pm
With more than 100 events – music and dance, food, literature and art to virtual tours, sustainability and politics, Yoga for kids and puppet making
St Patrick’s Festival website
Home | St Patrick’s Festival (stpatricksday.ie)
The full programme of events
day by day listing.indd (stpatricksfestival.ie)
On Irish TV Station online – RTE
St. Patrick's Festival 2021 - watch SPF TV live (rte.ie)
Suggested Highlights Day by day
Friday 12
10am The Book of Kells and Old Librar…
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Mar 11, 2021
Top Three Reasons to Visit Scandinavia
Top Three Reason To Visit Scandinavia:
Pop Quiz! I told Theresa Chu-Bermudez we would both talk about our top three reasons to visit Scandinavia - I changed my mind! I gave Theresa a trivia game quiz, you an unconventional way to learn and some great insight into Scandinavia. Yes, Theresa did eventually get to share her top three reasons for visiting Scandinavia!
A Video of this interview is available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/-cGjit6EK1Y
What are some top tips for visiting Scandinavia?
What countries are in Scandinavia?
Is Iceland in Scandinavia?
Is Finland in Scandinavia?
What drink is all the rage in Scandinavia?
Why is Denmark the fairytale country?
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#travel #travelageny #travelinEurope #travelagent #travelprofessional #canIgotherenow ? #travelradiopodcast
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I'm Megan Chapa, host of https://travelradiopodcast.com and I am thankful you tuned in. I truly believe I can change people's live and trajectory by giving them a voice and…
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Mar 8, 2021
Monday Replay! Puglia, Italy, When Fate Makes Great!
A hotelier crashes his motorcycle shortly before his wedding. At the same time, one American family arrives at their summer villa rental. It is not as advertised... Seeking new accommodation they fatalistically meet the afore mentioned hotelier, wearing his neck brace. The Americans are both chiropractors! A chiropractic adjustment, one fabulous wedding and several guide books later, Mr and Mrs Italy was formed!
This is an episode on Puglia, Italy not to be missed. The seaside adventures are exactly to the cure for this lockdown life. Plan now, when the flood gates open we all want to go here!
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Mar 4, 2021
Atelier Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort Review
Join Lori Gold to share in her experience and even her WEDDING on Atelier Playa Mujeres! I am little sad because this is the last of the series in the All-Inclusive Resort Reviews series. I saved a good one for last!
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
M: Where are we going today?
L: we are going 35 minutes north of the Cancun area to the gated community of Playa Mujeres where we will be at in my humble opinion, the best resort there- Atelier Playa Mujeres
M: When were you last on Atelier Playa Mujeres?
L: I was last there in August, when I actually got married there!
M: What can you tell us about travel requirements headed into the country?
L: As of now, and throughout the whole pandemic, Mexico has not required…
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Mar 1, 2021
Hyatt Ziva and Zilara All-Inclusive Review
Those gentle thumps are not the sky falling. Those are passionate emphatic first taps. Matty K is nothing if not passionate about these the Hyatt Ziva and Zilara.
Thought he couldn’t pursuade them to give him kys to the calssic cars they did persuade him that these properties are great client choices. Enjoy this episode of Trave Radio Podcast on the Hyatt Ziva and Zilara in Cap Cana.
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
M: Where are we going today?
MK: We are going to the Beautiful Hyatt Ziva and Zilara Cap Cana
M: When were you last at the Hyatt Ziva and Zilara Cap Cana?
MK: November
M: What can you tell us about travel requirements headed into the country?
MK: No Visa, and No COVID Test
M: So, you visited during…
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Feb 27, 2021
So, You Want to Start a Travel Podcast, with Megan Chapa
So, you want to start a travel podcast? In this episode, I sit down and have a candid conversation with travel industry veteran Podcaster Megan Chapa on what travel pros need to consider before they start a podcast.
Podcasting is a great and accessible way to reach an audience who is interested in the type of travel experiences that inspire you and that you like to share.
Maybe you have been looking for a new way to reach an audience outside of social media. Maybe even a way to develop your creativity in audio form.
Today's marketing requires a deeper connection with people and podcasting is a great way to connect with your ideal clients.
Megan and I are hosting a podcast masterclass on March 12th, 2021 where we will dive deep into helping you figure out if podcasting is right for you, and if so, how to get started.
Get details on the masterclass here: www.thetravelpreneuracademy.com/podcastmasterclass
Find us on Instagram: @nicolesbarrett, @heytravelpreneur, and @travelradiopodc…
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Feb 25, 2021
Unico 2087 Resort Review!
This was the most elected resort for the All-inclusive Review Series. Travel Agents love this Unico 2087. Thank you Kristi Mackedanz for sharing such great information about the resort. This is on my wish list for future vacations.
I can envision salsa lessons and spa treatments right now... ZZZZ. Oh, I fell asleep thinking about the spa treatments... Kristi did such a great job describing them. But I'm back and you should now - PRESS PLAY! This is an excellent.
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
Loose Format:
M: Where are we going today?
K: UNICO 2087 Riviera Maya…
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Feb 24, 2021
Ocean Coral Spring All-Inclusive Review
Ocean Coral Spring is a brand new family friendly resort in Jamaica. The lazy river is a family treat and the fruit plates are delightful. Join group travel expert Kelley Woods as we discuss her report exploration during the time of Covid.
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
M: Where are we going today?
K: JAMAICA!!!
M: When were you last on Ocean Coral Spring?
K: I was in Jamaica December 10th-14th, 2020.
M: What can you tell us about travel requirements headed into the country?
K: Have to get tested for COVID 9 days prior to departure. No rapid test is allowed. Have to have test results on paper, in hand before you board your flight. Travel authorizations have to be filled out and submitted online 5 days befo…
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Feb 19, 2021
Grand Velas Riviera Maya Review w/ Tami Santini
This is the first time a guest has brought props to a live with me. I LOVED IT. Tami Santini was a delight to interview and offered candor on the "well dones" and "needs work" on this property. However, her reflections on her stay were overall exceptional.
For the luxury appreciating, discerning travelers this is a resort to consider!
This is part of the All-Inclusive Resort Winners Review series.
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
This is the first time a guest has brought props to a live with me. I LOVED IT. Tami Santini was a delight to interview and offered candor on the "well dones" and "needs work" on this property. However, her reflections on her stay were overall exceptional.
For the luxury appreciating,…
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Feb 18, 2021
Review: Palmaia All-Inclusive Resort
What is it like to stay at the Palmaia during the pandemic? Or, what is it like to be lit on fire during one of their daily rituals? Explore with us on this video episode of www.travelradiopodcast.com.
This is part of a series of all inclusive reviews. Subscribe for notifications!
The YouTube Video an be viewed here: https://youtu.be/XL3cfdoZE1Q
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
Joni's journal entry on her own experience can be found here: https://tofeelalive.com/2021/02/17/palmaia/
FORMAT:
M: Where are we going today?
J: Palmaia, the House of Aia in Riviera Maya, just outside of Playa del Carmen – less than an hour from Cancun airport (cue photo of Sobrero/beach)
M: When were you last at Palmaia?
J: I was…
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Feb 17, 2021
Sandals Grande Antigua All-Inclusive Review
I'm very pleased to have Olivia McKerley on the podcast today to talk about Sandals Grande Antigua. Voted most romantic resort in the Caribbean honeymooners and lovers should tune in to discover why!
This is the second installment of the Travel Radio Podcast All-Inclusive Reviews Live series.
If you would like to view the live video replay here is it on YouTube. I have my most epic gaff ever. Please skips to about minute 3... Live Replay Grande Antigua Review
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
M: Where are we going today?
O: Sandals Grande Antigua
M: When were you last on property?
O: Late January 2021
M: What can you tell us about travel requirements headed into Antigua?
O: All I needed was a negative covid PCR test ta…
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Feb 17, 2021
REVIEW: Marival Punta de Mita All-Inclusive Resort Review
Marival Punta de Mita, A Brand New All-Inclusive Resort Opening During Covid... and Flourishing!
Catch the Video Playlist of All-Inclusive Review on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YHNzvxRRKM&list=PLThy5poRn6FM1HghrxeB6IEWKQlb5TAu6
An Audio Playlist is Available with 8 New Reviews Here: https://omny.fm/shows/travel-radio-podcast/playlists/resort-cruise-reviews-travel-playlist
Everyone is looking for resources about All-Inclusive resorts right now. What is it like on site? What precautions are they taking? Will they provide exit testing. This series of Travel Radio Podcast is designed for you!
I'm interviewing #travelprofessionals that have been on location during the time of Covid. Enjoy this first of the series. View the rest 8pm live on FB: https://www.facebook.com/travelradiop....
Audio Podcast Available Here:
M: Where are we going today?
Guest: Marival Punta de Mita
M: When were you last on property?
Guest: About a month ago
M: What can y…
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Feb 15, 2021
Replay Monday | Perfect Paths For Catholic Pilgrims!
During this very trying time in world history faith is more important than ever to many people. This episode highlights a very important path for Catholics wanting to connect with their faith via historical sites of religious importance. Post pandemic travel your clients or even you, dear travelers, will find the information on this podcast useful.
Judy Yirsa has a heart for faith pilgrimages. She wants to connect with her Creator in the places He performed miracles and revealed himself to his people. Even her honeymoon was tracing the path of Fatima.
For Judy there is an aspect of God being elusive and the need to see and touch proof of his existence. Judy plans these trips to deepen her own faith and the faith of her clients. Enjoy this throw back to "Perfect Paths For Catholic Pilgrims".
An estimated 168 Million Christians take faith based trips each year! The events of the Easter season and their locations are among the most popular destinations. As the Easter season…
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Feb 11, 2021
Oberammergau OberammerNOW | Passion Play 2022
Introduction
M: Welcome Frederik Mayet to Travel Radio Podcast. Thank you for being my guest today!
F:
M: Where in the world are we going today?
F: Oberammergau, DE
M: …and I am excited to get into my questions for you! Specifically, we are going to be talking about Oberammergau’s Passion Play 2022. Frederik, for listeners/watchers of the podcast unfamiliar the Passion Play performed in Oberammergau, can you give us some context and history of the event?
F:
M: How does this effect the time line going forward? Will it resume at 2030 or 2032 for the next play?
F:
M: How is ticketing working for those who has ticket for 2020 compared to people who have no tickets but would like to participate in 2022?
F:
M: How many times in the history of the Passion Play has it been cancelled of rescheduled?
F:
M: The play is performed in the German language. Do attendees need to know German to enjoy the play?
F:
M: The venue is very unique in that it is an outdoor theatre. Is that alway…
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Feb 8, 2021
Monday's Throwback | Norwegian Bliss Cruise Ship Inspection with Valerie Gossett & Shari Kavalin
Here is a throwback to the times of cruising! Ahhh, the brand spanking new cruise ship inspection (sigh). Keep travel dreaming friends. I hope cruisers will get to cruise sooner than later. Until then, you can reminisce on this episode.
Valerie and Shari are two lucky gals! They were invited to an inaugural sailing of the Norwegian Bliss. Purpose built for Alaska there are some unique features that gives new life to exploring familiar ports.
Topics include:
Itineraries/ Destinations
Observation Deck
Casino Innovations focusing on smoking areas
Dining styles and options
The Haven Suites private club area
Family Rooms for families of four and five
Extra entertainment Go Carts and Laser Tag
Beach club adults only club area!
Future developments
Multi Generational Travel
Shows and Entertainment
BBQ AT SEA!!!
Every episode features a new type of travel, location or supplier and pairs it with travel professional that is available to help you sort out your options. Make…
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Feb 4, 2021
Michigan: Luxury Travel In the Tip of The Mitt-chigan!
You can't believe this is the US! Spark envy among your friends with a trip to the Tip of the Mitt in Michigan.
M: Hello and Welcome to Travel Radio Podcast. I am your host Megan Chapa. Before we get started I just want to give a shout out to the other podcasts on the Travmarket Media Network. I'm loving your content! Listeners, please take a minute to leave a review for a podcaster today! It is the highlight of a podcasters day to get a review. I would love it if it could be mine or one of the Travmarket Podcasts.
Now - let me welcome today's guest, Katy Spratte Joyce. Katy, Welcome to Travel Radio Podcast!
K: Thanks so much for having me Megan! Excited to be here.
M: Katy, will you take a minute to introduce yourself?
K: Sure, hello listeners, I’m Katy, a freelance travel, food, and beverage journalist based in the Midwest. I write for publications like Eating Well, Travel+Leisure, Chilled Magazine, and more (https://muckrack.com/katy-spratte-joyce-1). This year, I’…
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Feb 1, 2021
Replay | Katherine Parker-Magyar: New Destinations For Experienced Travelers!
Travel may be canceled but travel dreaming and travel planning is full force. Mentally cooking up adventures is healthy. On this replay episode I interview Katheryn Parker Magyar who's bylines include: Departures, Architectural Digest, Forbes, The Daily Beast, The Week, TripSavvy, Business Insider, World Travel Magazine and more.
Our conversation is a sample collection of popular destinations and then the alternatives you might try instead. Trust me, this conversation could have gone on ALL DAY. WE get along like a house on fire.
Katherine is a delight. Her writings can be found at https://www.katherineparkermagyar.com
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Original Episode Notes:
New Destinations For Experienced Travelers
INSTAGRAM
WEBSITE
If I had to assign Katherine Parker-Magyar a spirit animal it would be a youthful pup caught in a "full-body-wag".
"You love travel? I love travel! LET'S TALK TRAVEL!"
That is my experience interviewing Katherine.
Katherine Parker-Magya…
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Jan 28, 2021
Fire Festival | Up Helly Aa? | Shetland, Scotland
Hell Yeah - Up Helly Aa! (I couldn't resist...)
In my mind... If 2020 was a Viking Ship bound for a fiery end, Up Helly Aa would be its doom. I would cathartically burn its losses in licks of flame. This is not the right festival for that. That is the energy fueling the procession of Burn The Clocks Festival in Brighton, UK. I digress...
Up Helly Aa is CELEBRATION! This is a glorious fire festival celebrated across Sheltand, Scotland. It is actually a night that culminates a holy season and is celebrated through, fire, post parties and performances.
Did I mention Viking garb? I think they must have a costume director employed at the bigger festivals. The attire is made for block busters destined cinema.
Much like Germany's Oberammergau, not just anyone can don their best Viking attire and participate in the larger Up Helly Ah festivals. There are birth right requirements, residency requirements - even some heavily contested gender requirements. Thankfully, y…
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Jan 26, 2021
Replay Monday: Language Immersion: Take a Language or Cultural Retreat!
I love the idea of taking a new language home from a memorable vacation. I would love to see more travel planners do these sorts of trips. Enjoy this throw back episode with a great friend and human, Therese Lafleche.
Take A Vacation, Take Home A New Language
Therese Lafleche created her language retreats to be efficient in time and value for your monetary investment. She credits their success to a combination of fun, relaxation, time and immersion. You will be out of your everyday life routine in a space with no interruptions, no rushing off and more importantly not allowing time to go by before the next lesson. There is nothing more frustrating than starting a lesson only to realise you have forgotten half of what was learnt the week prior. These retreats don't allow for that. The speed of learning and understanding increases each and everyday as there is no time to forget anything.
Instead Therese creates a nice relaxing environment to just concentrate on the language and hav…
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Jan 24, 2021
Regions of France with Julia Matheson
M: Welcome to Travel Radio Podcast. Today I am please to have Julia Matheson on the podcast with me today. Welcome Julia!
J: Hooray!
M: Julia, would you take a minute to introduce yourself?
J: I’ve been in independent travel advisor since 2013, but I started my time in the industry back in 2009 helping European travel agencies organize trips for their clients coming to the US and Canada. As a French major in undergrad and an International MBA grad, my first four years in the industry solidified not only my French language skills but also my passion for helping my fellow Americans get out and explore the wider world – specializing of course in France.
M: It's in the show notes but if you wouldn't mind... where can people find you online?
J: www.TravelJuliasWay.com and @TravelJuliasWay on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Julia@TravelJuliasWay.com for email.
M: So then - Where are we going today!?
J: France!
M: Yes, let's break France down for the newbies, or even peopl…
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Jan 16, 2021
Jonesing For Japan | Guest Theresa Chu-Bermudez
Shower beers from vending machines are her "jam" when in Japan. However, Theresa, warns eating on the move is a major "NO". She recommends trying all the buttons in the hyper advanced toilet facilities.
From serene sites to bustling cities Japan is a country of dichotomies. This is why so many people love it and return as often as they can.
M: Hello and Welcome back! For listeners who did not hear your last podcast, would you please take a moment to introduce yourself?
T: I'm Theresa, owner of Get Out! Custom Travels. I specialize in custom trips and many of my favorite destinations are in Europe and Asia. I'm also the creator of FAM with Intention which is a course that teaches travel advisors how to improve the way they market their FAM trips on social media.
M: Where can people find you online?
T: The can find me on Facebook and Instagram @getoutcustomtravels and on my website www.getoutcustomtravels.com
M: So then - Where are we going today?
T: Japan!
M: Ok, I have no…
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Jan 11, 2021
Monday Rerunday! Athens, Greece with Shari Kavalin
Podcast topics include:
Athens, Greece
Three islands for day trips from Athens
City layout
Accessibility
History
Food
Wine
Itinerary suggestions
The original show note can be found here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/podcast/episode/2a360d82/athens-greece-with-shari-kavalin
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Jan 8, 2021
India For Foodies
M: Ashwani, would you take a moment to introduce yourself?
A: Hello, My name is Ashwani. As you mentioned, I am from Delhi, India. I do food tours, photography tours and heritage tours in different cities of India. I studied MBA in tourism.
M: What is the story behind "The Horses King"? How did you get this title?
A: In India, everyone has a meaning to their names. My name is Ashwani, it's a sanskrit word, which means, 'the king of the horses'. My mom gave me this name. It suits me, because being a tour guide this name gives a sense that I am funny and a royalty, showing my kingdom to my guests.
M: For people that would like to follow along online where can they find you?
A: They can google up "TheHorsesKing" or find me on any social media.
M: My understanding is that you did not start in the tourism industry. What was your path to the tourism industry and leading food tours?
A: This is the story of my transformation. I am a mechanical engineer, and worked as an engineer for…
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Jan 7, 2021
India, Planning A First Trip | Cindy Amin -Hall
Colesville Travel – Trip to India – Cynthia Amin – November 25, 2020 Podcast
M: Hello & Welcome. Today I am pleased to have a brand-new guest on the podcast, Cynthia Amin. I put out a call for new voices in November on the podcast and Cynthia I am so glad you responded. Welcome to the Travel Radio!
C: Thank you so much for the invitation
M: Cynthia, would you take a minute to introduce yourself?
C: Again, thanks for the invitation. I am excited to share my experiences in India. Yes, my name is Cynthia Amin of Colesville Travel and we are located in Silver Spring, MD -
M: If listeners want to follow along or connect with you where can they find you online?
C: I am on all the social media channels –
FB: www.facebook.com/Colesville.travel
IG @colesvilletravel
Twitter: @colesvilletrav
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colesvilletravel/
M: Now, Cynthia, what are we talking about today!
C: INDIA! How to approach planning a first trip!
M: L…
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Jan 4, 2021
Rerunday Funday | Polar Bears in Churchill, Shady Tour Guides and Abandoned Towns in Alaska with Stephanie Lee
Cold travel may be just the ticket this year. Be outside. Breath the cold air or plan out your future Polar Bear scouting adventures. Don't us this local driver....
Polar Bears and Exploring Abandoned Mining Towns in Alaska with Stephanie Lee
Would you pet a Polar Bear? Would you fly to an abandoned mining town in Alaska just to poke around? If yes, this is the episode for you! Cold weather lovers, feast your ears and call your travel professional (if you don't have one email us, we'll point you in the right direction).
Full show notes from original podcast here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/podcast/episode/a6266eb9/polar-bears-in-churchill-shady-tour-guides-and-abandoned-towns-in-alaska-with-stephanie-lee
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Jan 1, 2021
A Hopeful Network New Years Episode 2021
We've partied like it's 1999 and now we have the hindsight of 2020. What does that mean for 2021? Here's what we, the podcast hosts at Travmarket Media Network, are hopeful for and resolving to do in 2021.
Happy New Years!
~ The Hosts of Travmarket Media Network
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Dec 28, 2020
Monday Refunday | Australia Travel Tips with Cloe Jager
Cloe Jager:
Aussie | Journalist | Travel Lover | Podcaster
Journalist by day and podcaster by night, Cloe Jager joins the podcast to talk about traveling in Australia. She is also the host of the Travel Lust Podcast. Cloe brings her passion for travel to Travel Radio Podcast this week to help travelers manage expectations and travel smarter while touring in Australia.
Episode Topics Include:
* Is Cloe an Aussie criminal?
* Local weather trends
* Making sense Aussie Cuisine
Read more and original show notes here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/podcast/episode/2462fd3f/australia-travel-tips-with-cloe-jager
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Dec 24, 2020
2020 Christmas Episode | Travel Radio Podcast
2020 years ago a man changed the world. We mark our calendars by the birth of a child who treated people with kindness, recognized indignities and lifted people up. He healed the sick and united people groups previously alienated to each other.
How does this relate to travel? This man walked miles and miles. He sailed the region and droves of people swarmed him wherever he went. His Goodness was contagious. He was comfortable on land and on sea, in any country.
So, as you snuggle in with your family... Or, as you make your path out of lockdown. I ask you to think about the goodness and kindness that is traveling with you. Be the kind of person that attracts people. Be generous. Be patient. If you need examples there is an excellent text widely available.
Merry Christmas!
Megan Chapa
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Dec 21, 2020
(Rerun Day Monday) Merry Christmas: Nazareth to Bethlehem Nativity Pilgrimage with Judy Yirsa
Tis the season to throw back to an episode offering a throw back to the origins of the Christmas Season. The original show notes can be found at: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/podcast/episode/348bf1f1/merry-christmas-nazareth-to-bethlehem-nativity-pilgrimage-with-judy-yirsa
Judy Yirsa is online at:
https://www.stchristophermissiontravel.com
About Judy Yirsa
Founder/Owner
Hello!
My name is Judy Yirsa. I am the founder of St. Christopher Mission Travel. I created this firm to impart my joy of traveling with others. My love of travel began as a young girl when I would take exciting trips with my family to visit my grandparents in Zacatecas, Mexico. Each trip was a wonderful mix of history and religious lessons, a long thrilling car or bus rides to grand Catholic Cathedrals, Monasteries or smaller chapels, museums and other attractions. On route we would explore colorful little towns and bustling cities filled with lively music and truly delicious local cuisine. My…
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Dec 17, 2020
Mexico With New Eyes - Matthew Wahlgren of Matt.travel
Our ears are in Mexico this week! Just like when you visit a place you gain new insight, moving to that destination changes your perspective in greater magnitude. My frequent flyer guest Matthew Whalgren is back to talk about his new life in Mexico.
We talk about his new experiences that are remote but amazing additions to any (most) travelers' itineraries. If you frequently send clients to Puerto Vallarata these tips might add some zip into the returning guests experience. Or, if you want a travel agent on the ground Matt is available for a chat!
The food is fresher, the pace is relaxing and the people welcoming. Gain some new perspecting on Puert Vallartta.
NOW - WHO WANTS A MARGARITA? PICK ME!!!!🍹🍹🍹
Format:
Introductions
Megan: Matt what are we going to talk about today?
Matt: Mexico With New Eyes
Megan: Why is this our topic?
Matt: Recently I moved to Puerto Vallarta. This is my favorite city in Mexico and now I'm able to explore it in a deeper way.
Megan:…
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Dec 15, 2020
Monday Rerun Day! Ukulele Cruise on Ruby Princess with Hawaiian Ambassadors Brian and Rowena Vasquez
This is too good to let it be lost in the archives. How much fun is the idea of cruising Hawaii and learning to play the Ukulele while at sea? It's the vacation that keeps on giving after you return home. Keep strumming through life until you can return to Hawaii.
The original episode and show notes can be found here: https://www.travelradiopodcast.com/podcast/episode/22c394b6/ukulele-cruise-on-ruby-princess-with-hawaiian-ambassadors-brian-and-rowena-vasquez
Guests Brian and Rowena Vasquez are ambassadors of Aloha. In pre-Covid times they lived on cruise ships half of the year teaching ukulele and hula dancing. Rowena also give cultural lectures on the native life and heritage of the Hawaiian people and islands.
Currently, Brian and Rowena are at home in Las Vegas. Although they are not on a boat they are still teaching both ukulele and hula. My children start their lessons today (Dec 15th). I am participating in their lessons and ukulele play along clubs. We ha…
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Dec 10, 2020
The Jamaica I Love & Want To Show You!
Jamaica! Yes, Jamaica beyond the resorts. Let's get into local life with native Nicole Barrett. Though she live in New England now, AND LOVES SNOW, Jamaica is in her soul. This is the Jamaica she would want you to know and explore. The resorts are amazing but the people and land are the heart of the island. Explore Jamaica with us this week!
Podcast Topics Include These Topics Asked of Nicole:
* A PSA on how to get banned from a resort?
* Hearing the name Jamaica - what is the first one or two words that pops into your head?
* How about any tastes or smells?
* What about the colors of Jamaica?
* Tourists in Jamaica
* A memorable Local tradition
* Name a Jamaican Celebrity
* Complete this sentence, "In Jamaica, don't do..."
* Complete this sentence, "In Jamaica you must do..."
* Nicole's favorite very touristy thing to do.
* Skip this Jamaican tourist trap.
* What is your favorite childhood memory in Jamaica that would help a tourist understand the cu…
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Dec 4, 2020
Reopening Thailand & Planning Your First Trip | Ric Gazian
Sponsor break 15:30 est
M: Welcome to Travel Radio Podcast. Today I am pleased to welcome a new guest to the program, Ric Gazian. Thank you for joining me Ric!
R: It's a pleasure to be here Megan.
M: Ric, would you take a moment to introduce yourself?
R: (Excerpt from Ric's bio) "Hi, I am Ric Gazarian aka GlobalGaz. I am on a quest to travel to all 193 UN countries and I plan to share with my readers; must-see places, unique experiences, and off-the-beaten path locations.
There are so many great travel content creators sharing advice on traveling to amazing places all around the world. But my goal is to help travelers visit locations that are less visited with less actionable information. I will share with you my travels to countries like Afghanistan, Algeria, Mauritania, or Pakistan. Or places, that people love to debate if they are even a country like the Principality of Sealand, Transnistria, or Abkhazia."
M: How can people find you online?
R: https://globalgaz.com/
M: N…
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Nov 26, 2020
Thankful For The Good in 2020 | Travmarket Media Network Message
We have so much to be thankful for in 2020. This episode is heartfelt and personal thankful messages from a majority of the hosts on the Travmarket Media Network of podcasts.
Let us also thank you for listening. We hope you are safe and at least in communications with your loved ones if you can't be physically present with them this year.
Blessings to you and gobble, gobble, gobble,
~ Megan Chapa
Network Producer Travmarket Media Network
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Nov 24, 2020
Epic Girls Getaways For The Return of Travel
M: Welcome Quiana Thomas would you please take a moment to introduce yourself?
Q: Thanks for having me Megan. I run my own independent home based travel company called Girls Getaway 360 Vacations and I started a new company called Travel Agent Tees which is an apparel and accessories company catered to those working in the Travel Industry.
M: Yes! I just received my very own Travel Agent Tee in the mail and even the packaging was a joy to receive. It's cool!
Q: Awesome! I’m so glad you like it!
M: Yes, I'll post pics of me in my tee along with this episode when it airs. But as you are listening to this you may have already seen me wearing it on my IG lives. I like shiny things and this is a great shirt! Where are you getting the ideas for your shirts, by the way...?
Q: The ideas for the shirt slogans literally come from me. Being a travel agent myself, I’m constantly reading on things that are happening in the travel industry and I keep a journal for des…
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Nov 19, 2020
Blind Review with Kevin Lowe
Megan: Hello and welcome to Travel Radio Podcast. Today I am privilege to have Kevin Lowe on the podcast for the first time. Kevin will you take a moment to introduce yourself?
Kevin: Absolutely. I'm the owner of Better Days Travel where I get to help make people's dreams come true through the design of Bucket List vacations. In addition I'm an avid blogger and host of my own podcast called The Lowe Down on Life and Travel. And of course I should mention the one characteristic that does set me apart from the majority, and that being that I am completely blind.
Megan: Well, belated Happy International Podcast Day! Will you share a little about your podcast?
Kevin: I'd love to. So, my podcast, The Lowe Down on Life and Travel is a place where I am able to combine my love for traveling with my passion for enjoying life in a way that I can only hope will be of some sort of inspiration to those listening.
Megan: Where can people find you online?
Kevin: Well, my travel agency's…
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Nov 12, 2020
Adventure Cruising! Where Can I Go? Britton Frost
M: Hello and welcome! Britton would you take a minute to introduce yourself?
B: I'm Britton Frost of Avid Cruiser and River Cruise Advisor, and host of Avid Travel With Britton Frost on TravMarketMedia.
M: Do you have the best job in the world?
B: I certainly think so.
M: How many cruises have you sailed on?
B: Less than 100, but upward of 50.
M: The reason I want to cuss and discuss this topic is two fold. Firstly, I would like listeners that are both travel agents and travelers to know the truly mind blowing experiences that can be had via cruising. Secondly, I have had wonderful experiences onboard cruise ships and want to throw the industry a bone. Do you have any thoughts or commentary on either of those things?
B: Cruising is coming back so I think it is the perfect time to talk about it. And yes, most of the best experiences of my life have been onboard cruise ships. There are really places you can only get on a ship.
M: I want to talk about adventure cruis…
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Nov 5, 2020
The Wellness of Travel | Tips To Healthier Travel with Edyta Satchell
M: Hello and welcome, Edyta would you please take a moment to introduce yourself?
E: It’s so wonderful to be here with you Megan. I help people who travel for business or leisure to be travel ready, to be healthy, look and feel their very best before, during and after travel so that they can have it all beauty, youthfulness, energy, healthy, productivity and success whether they are at home or conduct business on the go. And especially now when people travel during Covid, they want to be healthy.
I also help corporations by creating wellness and travel wellness programs for their traveling employees and get them travel ready especially now during Covid.
I’ve been working in the travel industry for over 20 years as a busy traveling executive and what I found is that most busy executives who travel frequently don’t have a wellness routine before, during and after travel. They get sick, they overeat, they gain wight, they feel frequent fatigue, stomach pains, they have prob…
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Oct 29, 2020
Introducing The Travel Lab with Nikita Brown of Travel Agent Collective
By our powers combined we are nine! Today I have the privilege of welcoming Nikita Brown, host of The Travel Lab to Travel Radio Podcast. Nikita's podcast and expertise are heartily welcomed. The Travel Lab will focus on uncomplicating social media for Travel Agents. I selfishly and excited to have this on the network because I need her help!
Topics for today's podcast:
Nikita's background and journey in the travel industry
How to find Nikita online
Telling your story as therapy and social media tool
Easy actionable social media tips you can do today!
What would a 2020 flashback fashion show look like?
Will we collaborate again in the future!?
YES WE WILL!
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Oct 22, 2020
Recorded Phone Call | Travel Hesitation and Travel Motivation
This is not the phone call I thought we were going to have. I am way more on the, "We are all gonna die" side of Corona Virus mentality than Richard is. I thought he was sheltering in his Hobbit Hole as much as our family it. He's not! This conversation was really helpful for me to hear and encourage me to mask up and GET OUT THERE.
I text Richard Earls, Publisher of Travel Research Online,"Pick up the phone, I'm calling and I'll probably record it..." Apparently, Richard is a gambler. He picked up, rolled with it and gave me permission to publish it on the internet.
The goal of my conversation was to talk about hesitations and past barriers to travel. I then wanted to role it into a conversation about motivations to travel. As it turns out, Richard is always ready to travel and always motivated to find his friends around the world.
We also talk briefly about the return of travel. Where? When? What will come back first and what is the catalyst we are waiting for.
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Oct 14, 2020
Live From The Dominican Republic - Resort Life Now
Matty K has been a guest on the podcast previously talking about one of his specialties Poland! Today he surprised me by asking if I wanted to record live from The Hyatt Zlara. Heck Yes I did. I hope more of you call me on location to record.
You will observe the value of a travel agent on this episode. What airlines are blocking middle seats? Who is doing school programming for kids?
On this episode, Live From The Dominican Republic, we discuss:
* Flights to the Dominican Republic and Mexico
* Capacity of flight and resorts
* Atmosphere on resort
* Cleaning
* Dining
* Surprise and dissapointments
* PIXEL TEST - free at home covid testing!
* Shout outs to Travel Agents and the travel industry
* Properties Matt has stayed at and would recommend.
* Hard Rock Properties in Mexico and Dominican Republic
* Hyatt Properties in Dominican Republic
* Karisma Properties in Mexico and Dominican Republic
* Iberostar Properties in Mexico and Dominican Republi…
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Oct 2, 2020
English Royalty Theme on British Travel, England, United Kingdom
The United Kingdom may be similar in size to a singular US State but don't be fooled! There is a lot of ground to cover and thought public transportation is very good you could spend your entire trip commuting. Let's set realistic expectations.
Map of Official Royal Palaces in the UK
UK Regions Compared To US States
Here is one of the ways I discuss traveling the UK, specifically England with my clients and how you might also. This itinerary will likely take you 7 - 10 days to complete. Don't forget to book end your English trip with travel days. Regulations are constantly changing. This is no time to last minute book it to the air port. Plan accordingly!
If you would like to see photos of many of these location please visit this blog post as most podcast directories do not support html.
This is the English Royalty theme I suggest to my clients:
* The English Royal Tour:
* Fly into Gatwick, England, UK
* Head south to the city of Brighton, England. Spend a fe…
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Sep 25, 2020
Edinburgh on the Fringe, Scotland Off the Beaten Path!
Let's get hunting! Travel differently with this list of experiences outside of Edinburgh, Scotland. Told through the eyes and extensive exploration of David Weinczok, you will be captivated and googling (just click the links below) the places mentioned. Most of the locations mentioned are dog friendly - so bring the pups! They are Calvin, David's pup, approved!
Get outside city center Edinburgh, Scotland and explore these lesser known and magical places. Really, a hidden Pegasus carved into the roof of an underground Iron Age Roman cold storage cellar, a hidden Eagle set at a romantic glen, a herd of misplace Highland Coos and more! Take these tips from David Weinczok and an ordinance map to make sure you and your little explorers find these historical gems.
Episode Topics and Location Include:
* Village Cramond
* The Firth of Forth (also a Genesis Song - shout out to David's Dad)
* Fourth Rail Bridge
* Public Beach in Scotland
* The Right To Roam, Scotland
*…
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Sep 17, 2020
Fall In Love With Egypt | Nigel Hetherington | Past Preservers
World class archeologist and Egyptologist, Nigel Hetherington, is today's guest! This episode on Egypt is long but it will remind you, the travel agent, why you fell in love with this industry. It will make you, the traveler, excited to meet the people of Egypt and invest your monies in this culturally and historically rich country.
This episode is long. This episode is 100% worth your listening minutes! We are all burned out on travel training webinars and this is NOT that! This is candid stories about how to understand and appreciate the culture of Egypt as a tourist. Nigel played an important roll in creating the UNESCO preservation plan for the Valley of Kings with consideration for natural elements and planned for tourist interactions with historical sites.
His stories and observations into the local customs and cultural norms of Egypt are incredibly insightful. Knowing these will really improve your experience as a tourist or preparing your client to travel to…
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Sep 11, 2020
Melia Orlando Resort Review w/ Therese Chu Bermudez
It is the new era of road trips and Florida is attracting vacationers unable to fulfill their international trips and desperate to escape the routines of working from home. One of Florida's not-so-hidden attractions is Disney World. It's family friendliness and sunny year round weather will keep it on the top of many domestic destination bucket lists.
While Disney resorts offer some great extra perks they won't work for every traveller. That is where we turn to the Disney Good Neighbor hotel properties. The Melia Orlando is in this category and offers some pretty great amenities to it's guests.
Today's guest, offers a review on the Melia Orlando Resort is Therese Chu - Bermudez. Therese was recently on the property as a part of a new program to attract travel advisors to their brand. She is a stickler for rules and the perfect reviewer to notice all the details about the new hygiene standards.
Therese gives the Melia Orlando a 5 start rating for their sanitization standard…
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Sep 3, 2020
Unlocking Ireland with Tour Guide Cathy Whelan
CONTACT:
Cathy Whelan Independent Tour Guide
Cathy on Tours By Locals
Cathy on ITGA
Everyone needs a friend on the ground and your friend in Ireland is Cathy Whelan. My relationship with Cathy began when I interviewed another guest of mine, Shari Kavalin. Shari told me she has the best tour guide for me in Dublin, Ireland! I made plans with Cathy to tour Dublin with our family and then everything fell apart.
An insane storm ripped through the UK. Cathy even contacted us the warn that the ferries weren't being able to land in Ireland form the rough seas. But we saw that some were making it so we pressed on to the port in Wales, UK. Truthfully, the trip was harrowing. We hired a cabin on the ferry (think mini cruise liner). This allowed us to lie down while the ship rocked away. Cathy was in constant contact with us updating us with port information until the point that she had to turn her laptop off for fear the battery would die. She had been out of power for ho…
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Aug 24, 2020
Megan Chapa: Meet the Podcasters | Travmarket Media Network
Megan Chapa, host of Travel Radio Podcast, talks about the makings of her life in the travel industry, the formation of Travel Radio Podcast and the eventual beginnings of the Travmarket Media Podcast Network.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 24, 2020
Puglia, Italy Seaside By Bicycle w/ Mr. and Mrs. Italy
Debra and David Levinson set out on their dream vacation and it didn't disappoint. It was so amazing they decided the next year they would bring their children for an entire month. In the age of pre-internet reviews, the Levinsons rented what appeared to be their Italian dream villa. On arrival in Italy the property was not as advertised. Walking into town the family broke off and met at a recently renovated monastery turned hotel. In a twist of fate the Levinsons barter for a room, heal the purveyor of his ailments and wind up attending his wedding with their children!
Mr. and Mrs Italy, Hand Picked Experiences, the tour provider, was born!
Working with both clients directly and with travel agents Mr. And Mrs Italy create handpicked experiences to match their clients hopes and Italian vacation dreams.
Today's podcast features a bicycle adventure through Puglia, Italy as typically planned by Mr. and Mrs. Italy. Debra starts our morning right with a delightful bre…
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Jul 28, 2020
New Jersey To Wyoming | Cultivating A Love Of Travel Along The Way
New Jersey To Wyoming | Cultivating a Love of Travel
Housekeeping: (Megan speaking) I will am moving transatlantic from England to Virginia. Many of my previous guests have graciously hosted episodes of Travel Radio Podcast in my absence. I will be back mid August with some EXCITING NEWS.
Thank you Katherine Parker-Magyar for hosting this episode and roping your amazing mother into the project. You are both gems and I am thankful for your insight into helping us all travel better domestically during this crazy time. Your interview kept me laughing and we all need to laugh right now.
Katherine "Bear Meat" Parker-Magyar hosts this episode of Travel Radio Podcast along with her mother Elizabeth Parker Magyar. Both have visited all 50 states. Elizabeth pulls ahead in the competition for most countries visited with 70 countries notched in her belt. Poor Katherine comes up second with a piddly 63 countries... I jest!
Photo: Katherine Parker-Magyar and Elizabeth Parker via horseback in S…
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Jul 16, 2020
Vienna: Christmas Market Planning For Families
Now is the Time To Plan Your Vienna Christmas Market Vacation
NOTE: This is Megan writing a few insights on this episode for visiting Vienna, Austria over the Christmas Market season.
Firstly, the activity links provided are for the do-it-yourselfers. In a time of tourist attractions running well under capacity you must book ahead! The links provided are through the tour provider GetYourGuide. I chose to provide these links because this company has a very reasonable refund policy. This is super important in this ever changing global travel landscape. Full disclosure these are affiliate links.
My second disclosure is more of a tip. If you have a desire to visit the Christmas Markets in Vienna, Austria now is the time to plan. If you wait much longer you will risk low availability of rooms and attraction admissions. This is the purpose of this podcast. To help you brainstorm a good family mix of activities in Vienna, Austria.
I like the idea, and failed at this in Vienna, of doing a…
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Jul 8, 2020
Boston: Day Trips In And Around
Boston Road Trips And New England Day Trips
Joan and Martin McEntee of Trailblazertoursboston.com join me on the podcast and YouTube channel to plot out four amazing routes to road trip this summer and fall. A point of comedy is that they are clearly from the UK and recording from Boston. I am clearly American and recording from England. It's a bit of a country swap and a pleasant surprise!
In normal times Joan and Martin would be divine small group tours both on foot and via luxury vehicles. Now, in the unusual time we are in, they have offered their resources to listeners of Travel Radio Podcast. They would love to hear from you and give you tips for your Boston travel itinerary.
BOSTON PROPER SIGHTS:
We start with a quintessential Boston tour starting on Acorn street and Beacon Hill. Granary Burial Ground on the Freedom trail offers 16 stops with points featuring the traditional cast of characters from America's founding. Moving to Back Bay and Copley Square this spot offers a g…
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Jun 29, 2020
Napa Valley, St. Helena's Boutique Vineyards & Hidden Gems w/ Lisa Redmon of Redmon Wines
Note from Megan Chapa: Today is the first of an exciting series of guest hosted episodes you will get to experience. My past guests have volunteered to create content for me so that I can make a transatlantic move this late summer/early fall. Content will focus on many drivable destinations in the US. I hope you will enjoy this series as my guests truly know travel well. They have all also made themselves available to you for questions or assistance planning your own trips. Feel free to tell them how well they did.
Redmon Wines, St. Helena: Road Trip Gems of Napa Valley, California
Today’s episode features Trave Radio’s first guest host Matthew Wahlgren. Matt is a regular guest of Travel Radio Podcast but has taken over the show as host this week! He is taking us to one of his favorite California road trip destinations and I love it. Napa Valley is just the place to escape lockdown this summer. Escape with us this week (at least your ears can) to boutique vineyards in St. Helena…
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Jun 22, 2020
Sandals Resorts: How To Choose The Right Sandals All-inclusive Resort For You
Sandals Resorts: How To Choose The Right One!
Enter Valerie's Sandal's Resorts, Red Lane Spa Product, Give Away! Click Here.
As you will be able to tell from this interview, Valerie Gossett, and I are BIG FANS of the Sandals family of properties. We also know that looking at the Sandals All-inclusive website can be overwhelming. What the casual viewer may not be able to tell is that Sandals Resorts were each built with a vacation style in mind. BUT, how can a person tell the difference between these Sandals Resorts?
The simple answer is to ask someone who has been there herself! Valerie has been to every single Sandals Resort and more than once. That's 16 all-inclusive resorts in the Sandals family. She has also visited all of the Beaches Resorts. Beaches are the family oriented resorts in the Sandals family of properties.
Is Valerie a Sandals/Beaches Resort junkie? Should we stage an intervention? Yes she is! There will be no intervention! Let’s join her!
When Valerie suggested…
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Jun 15, 2020
Douro Valley: Oporto & Northern Portugal Wine Regions Private Tours
Wine Tourism in Oporto and Northern Portugal, the Douro Valley
Confession Time: There is always Portuguese wine on our table with dinner! It is also sometimes in our glasses other times of the day too! Portuguese wines are one of the greatest discoveries my husband and I learned about living in the UK. The Douro Valley is beautiful because of the vineyards and olive groves it’s famous for. Recording this episode was no chore for me as we are already eyeing this destination for ourselves.
Why aren’t Portuguese wines packing the shelves of US wine and liquor stores? My guest Miguel Lael, talks about the culture of blending wine in Portugal. US drinkers traditionally want to know what grape is in the bottle and this can prevent them from trying a blended wine. However, blending is the tradition of Portuguese wines. Miguel says sometimes the Portuguese growers aren’t even sure what grapes they are growing!
We decide that a bottle of wine form Portugal is a "grape party" inside the…
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Jun 9, 2020
Krakow, Poland: Beauty, Value and Vodka! Must Dos And Local Attractions
Title: Poland, Start in Krakow, Must Dos And Local Attractions
Guest Matty Kondrup (Matty K), shares why Krakow, Poland has captured a piece of his traveling heart. Shortly before the start of WWII Matty's grandparents fled Poland to the safety of America. His grandmother then joined the US Army, returning to Poland to fight on the side of the Allies. Matty initially visited Poland with an old flame. He certainly fell in love but with Poland, not the gal!
Since his first trip to Poland he has returned two more times. The beauty, culture and history of Poland draw him back again and again. He tells listeners the old town square of Krakow and food will, "BLOW YOU AWAY".
Photo by Stephen Doyne on Unsplash
Matty finds, for travelers dreaming of Europe, Poland is often a forgotten destination. He readily suggests Poland to his clients as a choice destination for value, world history and friendly locals. In his experience, in Krakow, the locals love Americans. They speak English well an…
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Jun 2, 2020
Jamaica Now! New Laws, Hotels, Decriminalized Cannabis and More.
What's New In Jamaica?
The short answer is SO MUCH is new in Jamaica! Thankfully, I was able to get Irene Sauger on the program, Vacation Guru and JJG Group (Just Jamaica Group). Irene, gives us updates on the boring stuff in Jamaica, i.e. bans on plastics, new smoking laws and decriminalizing of marijuana possession. She also gives us the goods on Jamaica’s new resort openings, expansions, culture offerings and more!
Listen before you plan your trip to Jamaica!
Topics Covered in the Podcast:
What’s New In Jamaica?
Ocean Coral Spring (Family All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica)
~Ocean Coral Spring will open an Adults Only Resort Eden Bay in 2021
RIU Montego Bay will re-open this year as an Adults Only Property
Jewel Runaway Bay and Jewel Dunn’s River were bought (Sandals bought and added them to their collection of Jamaican Resorts)
Beaches Negril expansion (family all-inclusive resort, Negril, Jamaica)
Couples Tower Isle Spa villas
Mystic Mountain – new att…
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May 26, 2020
River Cruising In a Post Covid-19 World with Pam Jarvis of Distinctive Voyages
Watch the video version of this interview with Pam's own River Cruise pictures here:
Where can you travel after lock downs lift? What travel bubbles will effect my itinerary? Where can I go in Europe with the new regulations? Why might a river cruise be a safer choice for future travel? We attempt to answer these questions and show some great photos along the way.
River cruising is already immensely popular. Post Covid-19 I expect River Cruising to become even more so. Today on the podcast my guest, Pam Jarvis, joins me talk about the reasons we see River Cruising as a solid vacation choice once lock downs lift. Pam is uniquely qualified to talk on River Cruising. Her day job is literally, taking an already golden product and sprinkling extra pixie dust on it.
Pam coordinates the extra amenities for Distinctive Voyages. Distinctive Voyages is a private collection of cruising itineraries, both sea and river, enhanced to indulge travelers beyond the standard inclusions offered by the…
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May 18, 2020
Travel To Colombia. Is it Safe? Are there luxury options? Glamping, Beaches, Nightlife, Food and Exploding Games!
Travel To Colombia | Safety | Language | Destinations
Photo by Flavia Carpio on Unsplash
Morning! This is Megan having a moment of out-loud truth. Colombia was never on my radar. My impressions were based on damning news cycles and comedy bits about Colombia from popular sit comes like Modern Family. I thought Colombia = danger.
However, that is one of the reasons I wanted to have Joni Wu on the program. I saw that she was on a trip to Colombia and immediately asked if she would like to be on the podcast. Joni has impeccable and discriminating taste. She usually travels to new destinations to research new options for her luxury seeking clients. With this in mind my impressions started to change about Colombia.
Right away, we talk safety in Colombia and the locals deep regrets that "danger" is the impression tourists might have about their country. After interviewing Joni I have to admit a great curiosity about Colombia and putting it on my list. Post Covid-19 travel restrictions b…
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May 11, 2020
Surviving to Thriving, Walt Disney's Life | Success After Adversity and GIVEAWAY!
Walt Disney survived the Spanish flu, WWI, the Great Depression and WWII. His life and determination to triumph in the face of adversity is a lesson for all of us today in 2020.
For those of you in the travel industry, keep your chins up. This is a lesson from one of our own dreamers, Walt himself.
WATCH THE VIDEO INTERVIEW WITH JEFF BARNES:
Listener Appreciation Giveaway! No. 2
As mentioned in the podcast, Jeff is giving away a pair of signed books and a speaking engagement to be fulfilled before June 3rd of 2020. Here is the link to enter: https://mailchi.mp/f8d51b48896e/zt2l57hm90
Disney, as we know it today, is the product of incredible perseverance and setbacks for most of Walt Disney's life. Expert Jeff Barnes, a.k.a. Dr. Disneyland, joined me for a video call this week about overcoming adversity through the eyes of Walt Disney. Disney's life is captivating.
Want to read all about it? Welp, you can in Jeff's Books! Enter to win a signed copy of each book. *BONUS! WIN A ZOOM…
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May 5, 2020
#traveldreaming Travel Industry Mix Tape and other destination jams...
Mix Tape For The Travel Industry
...and other destination based jams.
Good hedgerows make for good neighbors... or so the expression goes. I would argue that it should be,
"Good hedgerows make good neighbors but music has no bounds."
This is what I found out a few weeks ago working in my Oxford in the garden.
Suddenly, I heard my name. I turned around and there was my neighbor Charlie poking his head over the garden fence. Perched in the most precarious position, wobbling with large gadren shears in hands, while balanced on his kid's trampoline... He asked who created the music playlist. Radiohead had come on and he pleasantly sang along while he too worked on his plot. Charlie remarked that several band members live in Oxford. (It's true I checked.)
The conversation turned to mix tapes, the aural love letters of the 90's. We reminisced over the process of making them, receiving them and most importantly choosing the right songs. Then it sparked an idea inside me. The travel indu…
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Apr 27, 2020
Mongolia? Antarctica? Planning The Exceptional Sabbatical
Mongolia? Antarctica? Planning The Exception Sabbatical
Planning an exception sabbatical with room to travel, rest, think and brainstorm is a daring game of Tetris. However, it can be done and done to maximize the benefits intended of sabbatical time. Susie Chau, Carpe Diem Traveler, is the master brick stacker for the job.
At this moment, we are all inside, sheltering from Covid-19. It is giving lots of us time to pause and think about our next life phase. It may even feel like you are on a forced sabbatical, not of your choice or timing. You may have discovered that you work very efficiently from home and might jus want to try it in an all together different country!
We Treat Your PTO Like a VIP ~ Susie Chau
What would it look like if you chose the time and location of your sabbatical? What would a month of travel look like? How about a year? How much flexibility should you plan in?
Through the lens of Susie's own year long sabbatical we do some serious #traveldreaming ! Susie a…
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Apr 20, 2020
Autistic Children: TAKE THEM EVERYWHERE!
This episode earns a rating of DD. That is, "Dynamic Duo", "Determined Dames" or simply "Dina and Dee"! These two ladies joined the podcast to offer insights, suggestions and encouragement for persons who travel or want to travel with their autistic children. I hope these ladies are two new resources for you. All resources mentioned are below in the show notes!
This episode is also for the rest of us who don't travel or live with autistic persons. We too will engage with them and need a little insight on how to be supportive. My hopes are that these conversations can give us a glimpse into a caregiver's experience.
Today we ask the question, "Where can I travel with my autistic child?". Spoiler alert - IT'S EVERYWHERE! Dina Farmer, Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP), is positive you can fullfill your family's travel dreams and bring your autistic child with you. She travels frequently with her own autistic child. Enabling him to travel and thrive in new environments motivate…
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Apr 14, 2020
Love Paris Travel Dare!
Paris Dare... We Dare YOU Not To Love This City!
Consider this your guide to LOVING PARIS! I hope this episode will keep you #traveldreaming!
The level of immersion into French culture, cuisine, music, fashion and history packed into this itinerary will blow your mind. You will need to take pictures to recall everything packed into this trip. Oh, what is that? You don't take excellent photos? That is OK - if you book soon you will get a private photography session on site, IN PARIS! Capture your experience just in time to create enviable Christmas cards for 2021! The second bonus is FREE introductory French lessons!
“He who contemplates the depths of Paris is seized with vertigo.
Nothing is more fantastic. Nothing is more tragic.
Nothing is more sublime.” Victor Hugo
ABOUT THIS RETREAT:
Maximum of 12 participants
Accomodation, private tours, dining and private car hires included, contact Therese for details
7 days
August 1 - 8, 2020
Click Here For Purchase Options
DAY 1…
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Apr 6, 2020
Nashville: Music Venue Insider Tips
Nashville, Music City Insider Tips!
As Director of the Contemporary Music Center in Nashiville, Warren Pettit, knows musicians and venues inside and out. More importantly, he has low tolerance for mediocrity of the same. If you are lucky enough to be selected, for one of just 30 places each college semester, beware! He will ruin your tolerance for sub-par music and lack-luster venues. More over, he will push you to develop your craft so that too you can contribute gloriously to the marvel that is "Music City". Described as an "Edutainer" his students love him and so will you.
This is why Warren Pettit is the perfect guest to talk "Insider Nashville".
Warren's critical ear and eye for musical craftsmanship, sound production and savvy business skills uniquely suit him for his roll as Director at the Contemporary Music Center. Surrounding himself with staff comprised of industry pros of the same standard, that love young persons, allows the program to thrive - even distance learning th…
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Mar 30, 2020
Project Chimps | USA ROAD TRIP!
Project Chimps - Not Wild But FREE!
Pack up the minivan, this is a USA road trip worthy destination! Make it a multi-day stop with a hike on the Appalachian Trail (southern most trailhead is close by) and a stop at the largest Big Foot Museum in the USA.
I asked my kids, "How would you like to put on a parade for chimpanzees at Halloween time?". I got one very excited "YES" and one absolute "NO". To be fair, the negative was a four year old that was not allowed to have ALL of the markers. I followed up by asking, "What if you dressed up like a monkey?" He changed his mind, "...YES, then they will all come to see me!" You got it buddy.
That is exactly what happens at Project Chimps for the "Chimp or Treat" event. Children are invited to dress up and participate in a parade put on FOR THE CHIMPS to enjoy! The chimps in residence love children and they love them in colorful, creative attire even more. If your costume is particularly good you will be rewarded by a chimp or two at the wi…
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Mar 24, 2020
Aloha From Quarantine! Cruise Ship to Military Base
The Spirit of Aloha in Quarantine...
(NOTE: This is information from an interview with Brian and Rowena Vasquez's first hand account. Medical advise and references for Coronavirus related matters should be derived from the WHO or CDC.)
Brian and Rowena Vasquez, ambassadors of Aloha for Princess Cruise Lines, ukulele and hula instructors are locked in but not down. These two can be counted on for a smile or kind word not matter where they are. Brian even plays "Over The Rainbow" at the conclusion of the episode and it is a delight.
A regularly scheduled itinerary to Hawaii turned into Pacific circling when information surfaced that a guest on the previous sailing tested positive for Covid-19. San Francisco's mayor refused to allow the ship to doc and so it circled... for days. The onboard map showed the ship's path looking something like a toddlers repeat first attempts at round shapes.
Finally, reaching an agreement with the city of, Oakland, California, they were allowed to dock.…
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Mar 11, 2020
Playa Please: Dominican Republic All-Inclusive Resort Reviews
In the Playa (brand) ... Family Of Resorts!
Dominican Republic, Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resorts
You know you want to visit the Dominican Republic. The blue waters and sugary sand are calling your name...
BUT, GOSH DARN IT! Too Many Choices
How do you sort through all the all-inclusive properties!? Picking the right one, or the wrong one, could make or break your vacation. This week I welcome back my recent guest, Michelle Tatum, to discuss her very recent trip to four Playa Hotels and Resorts in the Dominican Republic.
Topics include:
Language is both English and Spanish. The locals dominantly speak Spanish. Use this as an opportunity to practice those rusty skills! Give it a try, it will go a long way with your hosts! It is a small kindness that shows you care!
Dollars are accepted on property.
Tipping - not necessary for included services. However, make sure to tip for added services. These include your room butler and spa technicians.
Two Family Resorts:
Hyatt Ziva... Thi…
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Feb 27, 2020
Coronavirus News Resources
Coronavirus is a nightmare for the travel industry as the restrictions on travelers gets tighter and tighter. I've been fielding questions about where to travel, when it will be safe to travel and more. As a travel professional I consume a lot of programming on the Coronavirus. This episode of Travel Radio Podcast includes the resources I am sending to people when questioned, a couple podcasts I like and a news article that hypothesises the virus dissipating with the return of spring weather.
Please enjoy! Links to everything are directly below in the show notes. Or, you can follow along on the video as I show each resource.
Thank you for being here!
~ Megan Chapa
Host Travel Radio Podcast
travelradiopodcast.com
Links:
* Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
* To Beard or not to Beard? That’s a good Question! | | Blogs | CDC — Is your facial hair in check to wear a mask or respirator?
* Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
* WHO | World Health Organization
* Repo…
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Feb 10, 2020
"A" Is For Awesome African Adventure On A Luxury Kenyan Safari
Take A Luxury Safari In Kenya
You keep saying that Africa is on your list. Don't hesitate because of the creature comforts you think you'll miss. There are plenty of comfortable and even luxurious ways to see African. Listen to this interview with Matthew Wahlgren about his recent Kenya Safari.
The video above is additional content and includes Matt's 5 Tips for taking a Luxury Kenyan Safari.
Topics we will include are:
Flying to Kenya
Airport Expectations
Language Concerns
Currency/Money Advice
Accomodations:
* comfort level
* room size
* bedding
* tents?
* mosquito netting
Meals :
* what's included
* trying new things
* the Carnivore
Daily Intinerary
Nightly Itinerary
Vacinations/Vacinnes needed
Animal Encounters:
* the big five
* 7 baby cheetahs and cuteness overload (watch the video above)
People to People Encounters
Physical Considerations
Age Restrictions
Souveniers
Special Guest: Matthew Wahlgren.
Links:
* Cheetah gives birth to gia…
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Jan 27, 2020
Plan A Disney Cruise w Michelle Tatum
This is the video companion to the Travel Radio Podcast episode on YouTube. This video gives some highlights, in picture to help you see what cruising Disney is like. As much fun as we had making the video, the podcast has much more information. I recommend you listen to the podcast as it goes into much greater detail on what you can expect, etc.
Highlight Video Features Include:
Two adorable middle aged women in Minnie Mouse ears...
Disney Cruise Ship Pics
Cabin Pictures
Castaway Cay Pictures
Cruise Tag holders vs Disney's supplied labels
Megan had a major private island misspeak and Michelle saves her! (It would happen on our first video.)
Podcast Episode Includes:
Why Disney?
How far out to book
Will the price drop?
Why ships sell out
Embarkation process (getting on board)
Cabin descriptions:
~ size
~ decor
~ category comparisons (inside, oceanview, verandah, suite and concierge)
Unique Dining
Onboard Ship App
Theme nights
Childcare insights
Characters Onboard…
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Jan 20, 2020
Language Immersion: Take a Language or Cultural Retreat!
Take A Vacation, Take Home A New Language
Therese Lafleche created her language retreats to be efficient in time and value for your monetary investment. She credits their success to a combination of fun, relaxation, time and immersion. You will be out of your everyday life routine in a space with no interruptions, no rushing off and more importantly not allowing time to go by before the next lesson. There is nothing more frustrating than starting a lesson only to realise you have forgotten half of what was learnt the week prior. These retreats don't allow for that. The speed of learning and understanding increases each and everyday as there is no time to forget anything.
Instead Therese creates a nice relaxing environment to just concentrate on the language and have fun! Basically, it's a vacation where you would walk away with improved language skills as a bonus. Everyone will be learning everyday expressions that they probably would have never covered otherwise. The goal is to have…
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Dec 11, 2019
Canary Islands: Oh Madeira, Oh Madeira, Oh Madeira, Are You Wine?
The Canary Islands, Madeira, Malaga & Lisbon By Sea
When North American's (I'm including Canada too) think about going someplace tropical the easiest choices are options with short, direct flights. It is no surprise that Mexico and the Caribbean are popular, quick, price friendly choices. At an average of 14 vacation days, who can blame them for wanting to get on vacation with as little hassle as possible. It is not surprising that
It's no different for the Brits and Europeans. Located even further North, the days are even shorter, often overcast and colder in those longitudes. With more vacation days on hand and vitamin deficiencies to solve, they go on the hunt for sunshine! Tourists are largely British and German citizens but a few of us other nationalities manage to slip in!
Our 11 night cruise on board the Explorer of the Seas, Royal Caribbean, turned into a 14 night cruise due to sequential storms preventing our return to Southampton, England. The itinerary included the planne…
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Dec 2, 2019
BRAND SPANKIN' NEW, NORWEGIAN ENCORE
New Car Smell? This is NEW SHIP SMELL !
Have you even been inside a brand new car? Can you imagine new car smell? Let's talk NEW SHIP SMELL! Can you imagine aroma therapy in the spa and fine dining sizzling in the kitchens? Visualized new upholstery everywhere, crisp white linens on the tables and sports equipment without a scratch! Add a luxury bedroom, loads of dining places, a race car track AND Kelly Clarkson!? That is what it's like to sail the Norwegian Encore right now!
My guest Kelley Wright, of Wright Destinations, just returned from the inaugaral sailing aboard the Norwegian Encore. Recounting her experience was truly exciting. I was surprised to hear that there are waterslides with weight limits! Read this to say - BUILT FOR ADULTS! This ship was built for fun!
Please listen to this episode and share with the people you want to take with you on your sailing!
Topics Include:
Embarkation
Did Kelley and her husband win in the casino?
Norwegian Encore's Godmother - Kelly…
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Nov 26, 2019
SINGLES WORLD CRUISE!
99 Nights At Sea Where Singles Mingle
*At Singles Travel International it's all hands on deck planning this first ever WORLD CRUISE for the singles market. *
I am really excited to have Tammy of Singles Travel International back on the podcast. On her last episode we introduced the idea of single, baby boomer travel. This is a group of people who are looking to travel but may not have someone of like interest to travel with. Twenty Five years ago Tammy recognized the need for a "match making service" to help this demographic explore confidently and make lasting friendships along the way. Now, STI, offers almost 20-30 group trips per year exclusively for them.
After 25 years, Tammy has some repeat clients and she is giving them what they've asked for! For the first time in history there is a SINGLES WORLD CRUISE option available. At 100 days, 99 nights, 31 cities, 4 continents and 3 oceans this world cruise is going to check off many bucket list destinations in one unforgettable adve…
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Nov 18, 2019
Alaska: Cruising Past Icebergs
Howdy folks - we're back after a small delay in releasing episodes! Why the delay? Four back-to-back storms extended our cruise and we were "stuck" three days longer. More about that later! This episode was recorded in October so references to summer dwindling will make you nostalgic for warmer days. Enjoy today's episode of Travel Radio Podcast on Cruising Alaska on a Celebrity Cruise Ship.
Pre-topic travel banter includes: More love for the Polish people and Polish pizza! I will taste it in April! Look out Poland the Chapa's are incoming! Matt does not speak any Polish - so he greets the listeners with a Bulgarian greeting. I try and fail, sounding like a Mario brother...
Podcast Episode Features:
Come on board the Celebrity Solstice in Seattle, Washington for a cruise to Alaska. If sea days are a limiting factor for you while cruising don't let that stop you from cruising Alaska. Choose an inside passage itinerary like this one! You will have thrilling sea days, floating past sno…
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Oct 14, 2019
MARK MURPHY: travFACTS.org, Brexit What the Hexit and U.S. Tourism
Mark Murphy on travFACTS.org, Brexit and US Travel
This episode was recorded September 30th, 2019. The information it contains is current as of time of recording.
On this episode we cover a lot of ground and as such there are a lot of links here in the show notes. Seriously, scroll down, all of the links are belong to us.
Mark Murphy: Photo Credit TravelPulse.com
You may recognize this week's guest, Mark Murphy, from his frequent appearances on network television news shows or his voice from his own podcast. Mark's newest project is travFACTS.org. The mission behind travFACST.org is to offer a rebuttal and factually sound answers to travel themed news reports that are often poorly researched and damaging to popular tourist destinations.
On Travel Radio Podcast we like to talk charities dear to our hearts. Mark talks about his efforts to offer relief to the Bahamas and how you can too. Maybe the answer is simply going on vacation!? Please scroll down to links in notes for the char…
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Oct 7, 2019
Game of Thrones: Red Wedding, Black Dinner and Giants OH MY!
Welcome to the second installment of David Weinczok's interview on the real places and history that inspire Game of Thrones. In his book (see links below) there is an excellent map (map in previous episode's show notes) of where these location are in Scotland.
Today's episode includes a chapter on mythical creatures, gods and more (....muahahahahaha, insert very Halloween feeling here...) Specifically, we talk the giants of Westeros vs the traditional giant of Scottish folklore.
(Photo credit National Trust, UK)
The second chapter we cover gets into the Black Dinner. This is an actual (two) event(s) that inspired the Red Wedding in Game of Thrones. Discussing guest rights, as a common practice in history, is really interesting as presented by David.
(Photo credit Stewart Society)
The episode concludes with what is next for David, how you can contact him and where he will be signing books soon.
I hope this episode inspires you to visit Scotland and of course, buy David's book (I'…
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Sep 25, 2019
Great Scott! Game of Thrones Travel w/ David Weinczok
The History Behind Game of Thrones The North Remembers
David Weinczok is back so - "LET'S GEEK OUT ON CASTLES!"
David is a Canadian born, castle enthusiast, daily found waist high in nettles, tramping the ground of a Scottish castle. There are approximately 2,000 castles to conquer and David has put (to date) 400 under his own foot. Powered by a passion for history, and a love for the environment David gets to most of these sites via bicycle.
David has yet to find a dragon in his journeys. However, the patterns he noticed and the history he uncovered made him literally jump out of his seat watching Game of Thrones. He was watching a fictionalized explainer on the actual events of Scottish history and folklore.
There was a tourism companion to be written and a map to be drawn! David took on this challenge and the result is the newly released, "The History Behind Game of Thrones The North Remember" and the, "Scotland and the Lands Beyond The Wall Map". Both the book and the map aim t…
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Aug 12, 2019
Katherine Parker-Magyar: New Destinations For Experienced Travelers!
New Destinations For Experienced Travelers
INSTAGRAM
WEBSITE
If I had to assign Katherine Parker-Magyar a spirit animal it would be a youthful pup caught in a "full-body-wag".
"You love travel? I love travel! LET'S TALK TRAVEL!"
That is my experience interviewing Katherine.
Katherine Parker-Magyar has the accomplishments of a rigorous academic, a sense of adventure rivaling Lewis and Clark and stamps on her passport to brag about. This episode will expose you to the joy Katherine brings to travel writing and perhaps pick up a few new destinations for your bucket list! We cover the world by region and explore alternative destinations for travelers that have trekked the well-worn paths of popular destinations.
In additional to her bylines (Architectural Digest, Forbes, The Week, Business Insider and more...) Katherine shares her love of books and her favorite charities. The Amal Foundation aims to support young Palestinian refugees seeking higher education. Amal, in Arabic, transl…
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Jun 18, 2019
Australia Travel Tips with Cloe Jager
Cloe Jager:
Aussie | Journalist | Travel Lover | Podcaster
Journalist by day and podcaster by night, Cloe Jager joins the podcast to talk about traveling in Australia. She is also the host of the Travel Lust Podcast. Cloe brings her passion for travel to Travel Radio Podcast this week to help travelers manage expectations and travel smarter while touring in Australia.
Episode Topics Include:
• Is Cloe an Aussie criminal?
• Local weather trends
• Are locals friendly? (Please note Cloe's spot on "Old Timer" voice...)
• Three cities to visit as a tourist
• Where to surf (not Cloe's strong suite, but she knows where to go!)
• Interacting with indigenous people
• Marijuana Tourism
• Snorkeling
• Transportation in Australia
• Tasmania, the forgotten island of exploding apples
• Is smoking acceptable in Australia
• Shark detection app
• Talk about a "walk about"
• Traditional greetings - "Hey" or "G'day"?
• What side of the street to walk on?…
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May 14, 2019
Flying Virgin Atlantic Airlines For The First Time
Flying Virgin Atlantic Airlines For the First Time
On today's episode Joe and Sara Springer join the podcast to bring two different perspectives on flying Virgin Atlantic for the first time. We talk Wine Bingo, Lady Gaga's meat dress, beating the "touchscreen" entertainment console, Laser beam eyes and more...
Hands down - Three for three participants give Virgin Atlantic two thumbs up!
Key Points:
* Where to book your flights
* Compare Economy Basic to extra leg room in Comfort Delight
* Flying Virgin Atlantic with kids in tow vs. middle seat single traveler
* Where did my leg room go..? vs. building blanket forts in an entire row
* Meal service to other in flight meals
* Getting boozy mid-Atlantic
* In flight entertainment
Special Guests: Joseph Chapa and Sara Springer Kroupa.
Links:
* Book flights with Virgin Atlantic
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Apr 29, 2019
Ukulele Lovers Cruise to Alaska 2020
Strumming the Spirit of Aloha Through Alaska
Rowena describes "Aloha" as, "Sharing the best of myself with you and in return you share the best of yourself with me."
If the temperature of traveling to Alaska concerns you - traveling with a pair of Hawaii ambassadors will insulate you better than your downy parka. Brain and Rowena Vasquez will share their aloha and advanced ukulele instruction on this 2nd annual Ukulele Lover's Cruise.
On this episode you will here Rowena, Brian and Chuck recap the 2018 Ukulele Lover's Cruise and what guests can look forward to for the 2020 cruise to Alaska. Rowena stresses that this is not a cruise where you will learn a few songs; typical of the begginer instruction level they offer on Hawaii itineraries. They truly want you to understand and learn the instrument. Participants must have ukulele basics (strumming and three common chords) in order to join in the instruction.
Additional episode topics cover:
Alaska Itinerary
Cabin choices
Past gue…
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Apr 15, 2019
Perfect Paths For Catholic Pilgrims!
Easter Pilgrimage Podcast!
An estimated 168 Million Christians take faith based trips each year! The events of the Easter season and their locations are among the most popular destinations. As the Easter season approaches and Christians set off on their travels, maybe you are feeling left behind. Are you wondering where they are going? What are they doing? What is so important about Easter? Today's episode will shed light on these locations and thier historic significance.
Photo by Stephanie LeBlanc on Unsplash
Judy Yirsa, St. Christopher Mission's Travel, specialises is Catholic Pilgrimages for faith based groups and families. As a past guest on Travel Radio Podcast, Judy has shared a selection of Catholic Pilgrimage routes. Of particular interest is her episode on Oberammergau, a Passion Play, only performed every ten years - don't miss it! Listen to that episode HERE.
Don't forget to enter the Cozyphones giveaway for April 2019! Read Megan's Review and Subscribe to Newsletter…
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Mar 29, 2019
Aha! Wild Child Travel Planning w/ Joe Sanok, Practice of The Practice
DISCLAIMER: This episode is awesome. We cry within 5 minutes of Joe's introduction...
Joe Sanok started his counseling career by running a yacht club for troubled youth, worked his way to a successful counseling practice and the NUMBER ONE mental health podcast on iTunes, "The Practice of the Practice".
Episode Topics Include:
* Joe's history working with troubled youth
* Joe's career as a counselor
* Knowing your child's strengths and identifying activites they can succeed in
* Knowing your child's triggers and identifying ways to curb or avoid travel that sets them off
* Setting expectations before traveling
* Planning comparable punishments/consequences for public places
* Do's and Don'ts of travel planning
* How to involve kids in travel planning
* Specific destination/activity ideas commentary
CozyPhones Headphones GIVEAWAY
A full review of the products are coming soon. Simply subscribe to the Travel Radio Podcast newsletter, during the month of April, and b…
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Mar 11, 2019
Luxury Travel For Young Professionals With Joni Wu
Jon Wu? More like Joni Wooo Hooooo!
Joni's clients love her and you will know why after listening to this episode. Her connections in the travel industry mean her clients get white gloves service and extra amenities wherever they go. How does Joni define success? She measures in thank you notes and Christmas Cards!
I asked Joni where she would eat as a luxury travel planner. Joni eats it all! She loves a Michelin rated restraunt but give her a food truck serving fried chicken butt and she's in heaven! Shout outs go to Matthew Wahlgren, our unexpected but mutual friend, and consumer of chicken butts.
Joni is a gem! She travels extensively and her Instagram account is worth a gander. Check out her latest IG story highlighting her my recent trip to SE Asia.
Special Guest: Joni Wu.
Links:
* Joni Wu (@jonigwu) • Instagram photos and videos — Feast Your Eyes on Joni's amazing travels!
* Travel Sense Profile - Joni Wu
* LUXE Travel — Joni is an independent consultant for LUX…
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Feb 11, 2019
Trek to Mt. Everest Base Camp with Expedition Guide Karl Nessler
Mt. Everest Base Camp, A Surprisingly Achievable Bucket List Expedition
From Kathmandu: 1 hour Panoramic Everest Flight
After interviewing Karl Nessler (bio and contact info by clicking his guest profile up top) I am convinced that choosing your expedition guide carefully is of utmost importance when hiking to Mt. Everest base camp. Without reserve I can say that Karl Nessler embodies the proper proportions of first hand experience, cultural knowledge, wilderness skills and a genuine love for people both Nepalese and tourists.
Hiking to Mt. Everest Base Camp your body and mind will be taxed and tested. Choose a guide that is invested in you and aware of the processes you are experiencing. Karl has a 100% success rate to date. You will understand why after listening today.
You can accomplish this trek. Karl might just be the guide for you!
Topics in Episode Include:
* Karl's first experiences on Mt. Everest
* Experiencing the avalanche and aftermath in 2014
* Experiencing th…
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Jan 28, 2019
Single Travelers Resolve to Travel More in 2019!
Single Travelers Resolve to Travel More in 2019!
Today's episode is really fantastic for Baby Boomers who are active and would love to travel more! Singles Travel International aims to matchmake you with a compatible travel partner. Offering both land based and cruise type intineraries.
Episode Topics Include:
* Introduction of delightful guest Tammy Weiler
* Introduction of Singles Travel International (STI)
* Who is the right fit for STI?
* How does the matchmaking process work?
* What types of travel does STI offer?
* Sample Itineraries
* Are "non-singles" welcome?
* What happens if they discover someone is not single while on a trip?
* What does client success mean to STI?
* Food talk! What is Tammy's favorite quisine?
* Tammy asks Megan about why she does Travel Radio Podcast?
* Things get deep...
* Closing and goodbye!
Creating life-changing singles travel experiences and unique opportunities to meet the world…together!!!
(877) 765-6874
Singles T…
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Jan 14, 2019
Happy New Year! Visit Windsor Castle, BauBax Travel Jacket and Fuji Instax Mini 9!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I am so thankful to have had so many persons from so many countries listen in 2018. My aim is to keep bringing interesting destinations, new types of travel and the professionals of the trade to the podcast. The line up is filling out nicely and I hope you enjoy my guests. They are meant to be a resource to you in planning your next adventure and would love to hear from you! #travelon
As always, if you have enjoyed this podcast series, please leave a comment or review. I would be delighted to ehar from you. info@travelradiopodcast.com
Blessings to you this 2019!
XO
Megan Chapa - Host Travel Radio Podcast
Today's podcast takes us to Windsor Castle post Royal Wedding. Despite me second guessing myself "on-air" most of my claims are true! Ha! Now, enjoy, fact check for yourself as always and please call a travel planner to make the most of your limited vacation time! Links below!
The Bau Baux travel jacket promised a lot on their Kickstarter campaign. I bought in h…
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Dec 25, 2018
Merry Christmas: Nazareth to Bethlehem Nativity Pilgrimage with Judy Yirsa
The Nativity Trail, Nazareth to Bethlehem
Merry Christmas from me to you on this Christmas Eve! I was privilidged to have a very appropriate guest available for this episode. Judy Yirse, Catholic Pilgrimage specialist, joins Travel Radio Podcast to talk about the Nativity Trail, Nazareth to Bethlehem.
Also included in the episode is how the podcast received it's first 1 star review. We determined it is clearly an error. A Public Service Announcement is made for US travelers headed abroad to register with step.state.gov, The Smart Traveler Enrollment Progam.
Special Guest: Judith Romera Yirsa.
Links:
* Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
* Luke 2:1-20 NIV - The Birth of Jesus - In those days - Bible Gateway
* Nazareth - Wikipedia
* Bethlehem - Wikipedia
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Dec 17, 2018
REVIEW: Sandals Royal Barbados with Kelley Wright
REVIEW: Sandals Royal Barbados
Kelley Wright, frequent Sandals patron and returning Travel Radio guest talks in detail about her expereince at Sandals Royal Barbados.
Episode Includes:
Commute from Staten Island
Airport
Transfers
Food options
Dining with dietary restrictions
Beach
Nightlife
Snorkel
Scuba
Bar scene
Red Land Spa
What do Butlers do?
Caves and Critters Excursion
More...!
Enjoy!
Special Guest: Kelley Wright.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Dec 11, 2018
Disney Holiday Insights, Mickey Turns 90, Walt Disney's Birthday and Star Wars in coming to Disney 2019!
It all started with a mouse...or was it a rabbit!?
Jeff Barnes teaches the only accredited college course on Walt Disney and is a fantastic resource for travelers headed to the parks!
Show Topics:
Who was Walt Disney's favorite President and why is he signicant to Thanksgiving?
Why is Jeff wiritng about the 12 books of Christmas on his blog?
Plan ahead to make the most of your Disney trip. Seriosuly, plan now or fail on arrivall! Megan recommends contacting Lisa Hill for a travel planner.
Star Wars Galaxy Edge will be opening in 2019. Jeff talks opening date predictions and estimated attendance. Do you know what Disneyland's capacity is? Estimated opening attendance is more than double!
What is keeping Jeff busy in 2019? Why would you want to have him speak at your conference? See Jeff in actions on his website: (www.thewisdomofwalt.com)
Special Guest: Dr. Jeff Barnes A.K.A. Dr. Disneyland.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Plea…
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Dec 3, 2018
Responsible Travel - Be A Good Guest with Matthew Wahlgren!
“Take only memories, leave only footprints.” – Chief Seattle
This quote would be even better if it said, "Leave the place better than you found it." We all travel for a purpose. Let's all travel WITH PURPOSE!
On this episode we explore VERY EASY things you can do to help local peoples without changing the pace or purpose of your trip.
Topics include:
Get authentic local experience through responsible accomodations
Reducing or Offsetting your carbon footprint while transporting to your destination
Interacting with local wildlife responsibly
Voluntourism opitons (Habitat For Humanity and Peace Corps)
How to interact with children
Easy ways to take make an impact on vacation
Organizations we like to bring medical and school supplies into countries in need (Not Just Tourists, Pack For a Purpose and Sandals Foundation)
Special Guest: Matthew Wahlgren.
Links:
* GOODTRAVELS.ORG — About Good Travels Advisors Good Travels Advisors are trained by Tourism Cares—the philan…
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Nov 19, 2018
Apulia, Visiting Puglia Italy with Sharon Oldham
Apulia or Puglia Italy
Welcome to the boot of Italy where the olives are amazing, the wines are smooth and the water in FINE! Influenced by the Greeks, Romans, Arab and more this region is a site to see! Do you want a beach stay or a farm stay? You will be hard pressed to pick because of the fantastic options before you. Join me, Megan Chapa and Sharon Oldham to talk about all things Puglia and what makes this region unique!
Click Sharon's picture (up there ) in the guest section to find all of her contact details and past episodes!
Special Guest: Sharon Oldham.
Links:
* Ticket to Italy - Home — Sharon's all Italy Website!
* Apulia - Wikipedia
* Sharon Oldham Personal Facebook
* Ticket to Italy Facebook
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Nov 12, 2018
European Bike and Barge Tours With Stephanie Scott
Meander Through the Magical Mosel Valley
Bike and Boat Tour from Cochem, Germany – Metz, France
8 days / 7 nights August 17-24, 2019
Fine vines and wines, rich history, and old world charm in Germany, France and Luxembourg
This bike and boat tour will journey through the splendid countryside of the Mosel River Valley, a region renowned for its quaint, picturesque towns, rich history, and sprightly white wines. The wide paved bicycle paths make for excellent cycling along the rivers Mosel and Saar, partly in Germany, partly in Luxembourg, partly in France. We’ll enjoy leisurely rides along tranquil vineyards with stops along the way to taste the local wines, many of which are only available in this region. Among them are excellent dry Ries- lings and Roter-Weinbergs-Pfirsich Likör - a cordial made from the small, tart "red peaches" grown only in the Mosel Valley. We’ll visit the enchanting cities of Cochem and Bernkastel, with their castles, ruins, and medieval town squares s…
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Oct 30, 2018
Flying Iceland Air
Flying Iceland Air Into Reykjavík
I've been asked many times what it is like to fly on Iceland Air. So, for a recent trip to the United States I opted to fly Iceland Air purposely. In this episode you will find the nuts, bolts and Ramen of the situation. Is Iceland Air right for you? Listen to find out!
A couple observations: The flight attendants were all tall gorgeous and blonde. I'm not making that up. It's the truth. They were also all very nice and spoke english and mutiple other languages. For funsies - pay close attention to their mouths. When they switch from Icelandic to English or any other western dialect. When speaking in their native toungue they speak on their IN BREATH. It makes for some thrilling ear candy. Then, they very naturally, switch back to what I consider, normal breath/speaking Western patterns. It's wild. Enjoy - you're welcome.
BLANKETS! Iceland Air has amazing blankets made from very heavey grey fleece. Men will be pleased that an airplane blanket actua…
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Oct 23, 2018
Polar Bears in Churchill, Shady Tour Guides and Abandoned Towns in Alaska with Stephanie Lee
Polar Bears and Exploring Abandoned Mining Towns in Alaska with Stephanie Lee
Would you pet a Polar Bear? Would you fly to an abandoned mining town in Alaska just to poke around? If yes, this is the episode for you! Cold weather lovers, feast your ears and call your travel professional (if you don't have one email us, we'll point you in the right direction).
Episode includes:
~ Visiting the polar bears in Chuchill, Manitoba,
~ Don't order the vegitarian meal
~ How not to die booking a tour. (If you are Stephanie's mom - don't listen...)
~ Visiting abandoned mining towns in Alaska
~ Gear: Muks Luks vs Sorel for cold winter boots
Special Guest: Stephanie Lee.
Links:
* OpenSnow With Joel Gratz Founder & Skiing Meteorologist
* Host Agency Reviews | How to Become a Travel Agent
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Oct 15, 2018
Carnival Cruise Line, VP, Mike Julius Explains Why Carnival is America's Cruise Line!
...WAIT FOR IT! Keep listening... Carnival offers an awesome "Vacation Gaurantee"! Mike explains how Carnival is invested in you taking your first cruise on one of their gorgeous ships. It's pretty enticing, CRUISE VIRGINS get ready - you are about to "Choose to Cruise" Carnival! There is no risk, they will even fly you home within 24hrs! It's a real thing, click the link! !
Are you are a relaxed extrovert? Are you a hard working kid pleaser? Then this is your cruise line! Bring the kids and Grandma! Carnival aims to please all generations. New ships include Family Harbour Staterooms with TWO bathrooms! (This is Megan writing - I am sold on two bathrooms! My vacation must include no toothpaste globs in the sink!) Grandma can find her own oasis in the Havana Cabana Suites! Meet for dinner or a water park adventure on the high seas.
What does a typical day on a Carnival Cruise look like? It starts with some smart technology and Green Eggs and Ham! Carnival offers a very smart app with…
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Oct 8, 2018
Three Resorts To Watch for 2019 in Cancun, Mexico
Cancun and Riviera Maya! Three resorts for three types of travelers...
On this episode we talk about:
* How to get out of the Cancun airport quick!
* A resort to maximize relaxation with massages, aroma therapy, zen toys and more!
* A resort for food lover with luxury accomodations in beach cassitas
* A resort for multi generational travel
* Highlight excursions
* Dining options!
Matthew Wahlgren has provided his first hand insight and permission to share the following pictures of the properties mentioned.
Special Guest: Matthew Wahlgren.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Oct 2, 2018
Antigua and Barbuda with Kim Quimby of Double K Travel
Antigua and Barbuda!
How do you say Anitgua anyway? You've probably been making the same mistake Megan makes. Learn the right way and fit in with the locals!
Kim Quimby, certified Antigua and Barbuda Specialist, joins the program to talk about this friendly duo. Topics includes, the BEACHES, money, transporation, planning calendar, locals, how not to get eaten by a sting ray and more. Weather you are looking for a couple's getaway or a family beach trip these islands have something for you.
They also boast the freshest lobster in the Caribbean. You want to go now right? Kim is accepting referral clients and mentioning the podcast counts! Her first hand expereince and expertise will ensure your vacation meets your expectations. You have limited vacation days - plan them well. Use a professional!
A special shoult out the the [10K Dollar Day podcast](https://www.facebook.com/10KDollarDay/), members of the #ladypodsquad. They are the podcast to listen to for fantasy travel where guest…
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Sep 10, 2018
Cunard Queen Mary 2 For First Time Cruisers with Rick and Sue Springer
First time cruisers, Sue and Rick Springer recap their transatlantic voyage on the Queen Mary 2. The episode covers expectations, dress code, dining, entertainment, embarkation, disembarkation and more. Fun fact, this is Megan's parents - so this episode is a real family funster!
Shout out to David Sipress for a job well done on this themed voyage featuring New York Times Cartoonists.
Links:
* David Sipress | The New Yorker
* Iconic Transatlantic cruises 2018 & 2019 - Cunard — Here is a link to the QM2 website. I (Megan and host of this podcast) strongly suggest booking through a travel professional. There are all kind of perks out there only available through them. Also, they will make you are prepared to travel. If you don't have one please contact me and I will pair you with an excellent person.
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Sep 3, 2018
Oberammergau with Judy Yirsa of St. Christopher Mission Travel
Nearly 400 years ago the history of the Passion Play began. The plague raged in many parts of Europe and did not spare Oberammergau either.
In 1633 the Oberammergau villagers promised to perform the suffering, death and resurrection of Christ every tenth year, in so far as no one was to die of the plague anymore. The villagers were answered by God and therefore in 1634 the first Passion Play took place. The promise has been kept until today. From May 16th to October 4th 2020 the 42nd Passion Play will take place in Oberammergau.
~ Information provided by the official Oberammergau Website: https://www.passionsspiele-oberammergau.de/en/home
Yes - It's 2 years away - but you must plan now! Why should you go? Judy paints the picture of the years or preperation, dedication, faith, and grooming standards the actors must adhere too. Art and music lovers will also be drawn to this Passion Play.
There are many ways to see Oberammergau and the local area to include land tours, guided trips a…
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Aug 6, 2018
Royal Princess British Isles 12 Day Cruise Recap
12 DAYS, 9 PORTS, 2 KIDS, A LOT OF TRAVEL GOODNESS AND JUST A LITTLE BIT OF SLEEP!
Megan Welcomes back Orya, Joey and Joe to share about life on the Royal Princess sailng a 12 night British Isles Cruise Itinerary.
Podcast Format:
The kids talk for a short time on their favorite moments and prove that you do not need to bring toys, crafts and stuffed animals on a Princess Cruise. They will come home with full hands!
Joe and Megan attempt to blitz through the ports of call (but there are 9 and we are loquatious) with a few comments on dress code, on board entertainment, where the great bar tenders are, coffee drinks package and what happens when parents go into port and leave to the children with the kid's camp.
This is a cruise for people who like to stay busy! Enjoy and please write for more questions, comments or general Tom Foolery!
Thanks,
Megan Chapa
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* British Isles & Icelandic Cruises - Princess Cruises
* VisitGuernsey
* Cobh |…
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Jul 23, 2018
Ukulele Cruise on Ruby Princess with Hawaiian Ambassadors Brian and Rowena Vasquez
Earlier this year, Chuck, cruised to Hawaii, where he took Ukulele lessons aboard his Princess ship. He purchased a ukulele on the ship and hasn't put it down since. Now, along with his original instructors, Brian and Rowen Vasquez, they have planned a Ukulele cruise to help players reach higher proficiences on their Ukuleles.
At the moment Brian finally gets to introduce himself it's by way of passed down family melodies on his ukulele. It is nothing short of magical. Rowena gives the couple's history as Hawaiian embassadors on cruise ships and future plans.
Chuck Kennedy is the travel professional planning the itinerary. We talk about Chuck's history and entry into the world of travel, his passion for cruising, ukulele and doing right by his clients.
We laugh a lot, tell a lof of stories and mostly get excited for this most musical of adventures on a fantastic Princess Ship!
Ukulele Cruise Itinerary
January 12 - 19, 2019
Available Exclusively Through On the Way Travel
Saturda…
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Jul 17, 2018
Whiskies of the World River Cruise
As always it is a pleasure to have Matt on the program to talk about his latest combined passions project. Culinary Travel plus luxury river cruising is a fine match in his newest partnership Whiskies of the World River Cruise.
Education
Food Pairings
Exclusive Entertainment
NO EXTRA CHARGE!!!
June 9-16, 2019
Note: We expect to sell out of space by September of this year. Reach out now to reserve your spot before they're all gone!
Rates start at $3,981 per person while available. Single supplement is waived for a limited time. Email matt@matt.travel today or call 408-718-4872 with any questions.
Special Guest: Matthew Wahlgren.
Links:
* Whiskies of The World River Cruise Home Page — All the details of this exclusive river cruise available here. Enjoy!
* Whiskies of the World | Experiential tasting events for consumers and trade — Where can you find a whisky tasting with Doug? Click here for all the whisky, scotch and bourbon info you can ever hope for!
* Protein or…
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Jul 9, 2018
Quilt Cruise Recap with Alpha Daly Majors
Get crafty with us! Alpha Daly Majors loves to cruise and also quilt. Her favorite quilt shop's owner approached her about taking her clients and their families on a retreat on the high seas. Based on the first cruises success Alpha brough thte group together again and we talk about it today. Next quilting cruise might be to Alaska. All quilters are welcome and additionl quilt guilds are welcome to join in the crafting fun!
Alpha's first episod can be heard here: http://www.travelradioonline.com/12
Every episode features a new type of travel, location or supplier and pairs it with travel professional that is available to help you sort out your options. Make you bucket list travel happen this year! Discover new adventures here - the water is fine!
Special Guest: Alpha Daly Majors.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Jul 3, 2018
4th of July Episode: Walt Disney, Patriot and Icon of the American Dream
Dr. Disneyland is back to talk about Walt Disney and his patriotism. It is a priviledge to discuss it with Dr. Jeff Barnes on this episodes. Millions of people visit Disney Parks each year and experience Walt's American Dream. Walt loved his country and took full advantage of the opportunities it afforded him. From his small town roots, forging his birth certificate to serve in WW1, bankruptcy, forming his own government and all the way to fantastic success, Walt Disney exemplifies the American Dream.
To listen to Jeff's first episode discussing his bestselling books CLICK HERE
Some may argue Jeff has a problem - he eats A LOT of ice cream. Listen to who has the best ice cream in Disney Parks and what is coming to Disneyland soon.
New Parks, New Attractions and how long are guestw willing to wait for new attractions?
Also, you should use a Dinsey Planner - save yourselfe time and headache. Contact me for recommendations or contact my girl Lisa Hill! Lisa's episode can eb heard here…
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Jun 25, 2018
Part 2 Amazon River Cruise with Matthew Wahlgren
Part one featured a three day trip recap exploring Machu Picchu. Part two is even more exciting, a little wild and of course culinarily adventurous as only Matthew Wahlgren can do.
What animals will you see?
What is "bush meat"?
What snake will you annoy? How do you know if that snake can eat you?
Is it safe to swim in the Amazon?
How many types of water are there in the Amazon? You will just have to listen to find out!
Itinerary:
Day 1 - May 16 Arrive in Cusco
Arrive anytime. Transfer from airport to hotel is included.
Accommodations at El Puma Hotel included.
*Day 2 - May 17 Cusco to Aguas Calientes *
In the morning, transfer to the Sacred Valley and enjoy a guided tour. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa community restaurant in Huchuy Qosco.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit
Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley
Meals included:
Lunch
Accommoda…
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Jun 19, 2018
Part 1: Machu Picchu Three Day Trip Prior To Amazon River Cruise with Matthew Wahlgren
Matthew Wahlgren is the perfect guest for this weeks episode because the podcast turned ONE and Matt was my first guest! Happy Birthday Travel Radio (yippee!) and thank you all my guests!
Matt recently returned from a three day pre-cruise trip to Pachu Picchu and a River Cruise down the AMAZON! We talk transit to Peru through Panama on a regional carrier, some wild cuisine (possibly your pets), a bus trip to the top and an abandoned city 9,000 ft above sea level.
Listen next week for Part 2 and find out what is considered a "small" Anaconda...
~ Megan Chapa
Machu Picchu Pre-trip (optional)
They say the journey is part of the experience of seeing Machu Picchu in person – but no one said that journey can’t be aboard a comfy train. This three-day tour connects you to this famous “Lost City of the Incas” and the Sacred Valley, with a little time to visit some of G's for Good projects.
Day 1 - May 16 Arrive in Cusco
Arrive anytime. Transfer from airport to hotel is included.…
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Jun 4, 2018
Visit Scotland's Castles with David Weinczok AKA The Castle Hunter
"Let's GEEK Out!"
I've never had a guest start a podcast like this. But, I now know what this means to a Scottish Castle Historian. It means, dive in and don't forget a detail! So, now, join me in "geeking out" with a bright young historian on the topic of 2000 Scottish Castles...
You should visit the UK and you should definitely explore some castles while on site. Never has anyone made a better arguement to go poking around an abandoned building or wading through a field of nettles. David Weinczok paints vivid word pictures of romance, intrigue and historic battles on this episode. From castle annatomy to murder holes, we cover it.
Want something thrilling? Explore a castle built by a rumoured necromancer and his army of goblins! Total creepsville! Or, explore where your favorite binge series was filmed like Outlander or Game or Thrones.
Look for David's future video series and book to be announced shortly.
Special Guest: David Weinczok.
Links:
* Castle Hunter – Discovering…
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May 28, 2018
Suzie Schwartz: Portable Careers in Tourism & New Book
I discovered Suzie Schwartz's career history in the tourism industry through he new book, co-authored with her husband, Gen. Norty Schwartz. On this podcast we connect travelers to travel professionals and Suzie is a former rock star at Hyatt and Hilton hoteliers. I often get emails from listeners and frequently asked by military spouses about working in the tourism industry. I fully believe the travel and tourism industry is a fantastic portable career path and Suzie and I talk specifically why this is a great choice for military spouses.
The podcast moves on the talk about Suzie's new book, Journey: Memoirs of an Air Force Chief of Staff. This book is a true insight into the making of an Air Force Chief of Staff. Yes, it is military history, but it is not a dry, snoozville type read. It is humorous, and a little bit of an emotional roller coaster as you become invested in the Schwartz family's life trials and triumphs. Anecdotal and pithy, Suzie adds great behind the scenes context…
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May 21, 2018
Sicily Italy Custom Tour Recap For Ciao Bella Getaway Club with Sharon Oldham
Sicily, Italy is a history, food and wine lovers dream come true. Sharon Oldham, gives excellent insight and why Sicily is an excellent choice for persons who know Italy well. It offers unique regional cuisine, architecture and more that is yet to be spoilt by the need to please tourists. Plus, other region influences offer history not seen elsewhere in Italy.
This specific trip was planned for Ciao Bella Getaway Club. This is an all ladies travel club. They adventure around the world together and always have a good time!
Read Sharon's Blog: www.ticket2italy.com
Ciao Bella: www.CiaoBellaGetawayclub.com
Ciao Bella Facebook: www.facebook.com/CiaoBellaGetawayClub
Special Guest: Sharon Oldham.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 14, 2018
Norwegian Bliss Cruise Ship Inspection with Valerie Gossett & Shari Kavalin
Valerie and Shari are two lucky gals! They were invited to an inaugural sailing of the Norwegian Bliss. Purpose built for Alaska there are some unique features that gives new life to exploring familiar ports.
Topics include:
Itineraries/ Destinations
Observation Deck
Casino Innovations focusing on smoking areas
Dining styles and options
The Haven Suites private club area
Family Rooms for families of four and five
Extra entertainment Go Carts and Laser Tag
Beach club adults only club area!
Future developments
Multi Generational Travel
Shows and Entertainment
BBQ AT SEA!!!
Every episode features a new type of travel, location or supplier and pairs it with travel professional that is available to help you sort out your options. Make you bucket list travel happen this year! Discover new adventures here - the water is fine!
Special Guests: Shari Kavalin and Valerie Gossett.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and sub…
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May 8, 2018
Athens, Greece with Shari Kavalin
Welcome back Shari Kavalin!
Podcast topics include:
Athens, Greece
Three islands for day trips from Athens
City layout
Accessibility
History
Food
Wine
Itinerary suggestions Shari will rejoin the podcast again shortly. Tomorrow she is invited to explore the brand spanking new Norwegian Bliss! Ship Inspection is happening and we can't wait!
Every episode features a new type of travel, location or supplier and pairs it with travel professional that is available to help you sort out your options. Make you bucket list travel happen this year! Discover new adventures here - the water is fine!
Special Guest: Shari Kavalin.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 23, 2018
OXFORD: Two Day Itineraries For Oxford Universities and City Center
Megan and Joe talk two day itineraries that can be easily altered to substitute the preferred colleges or museums. The pubs are among our favorites and you will also love them for location and cuisine! To expand you itineraries and for ticketing and tours please contact your trusted travel professional. This will help you make the most of your time on the ground!
Day One:
College Tour (We chose Magdalene College as an example)
Botanical Gardens
Head of the River
Day Two:
Museum of Your Choice (We chose Ashmolean and University Oxford Museum of Natural History)
Shopping Zones
Turf Tavern
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* Magdalen College Oxford
* Home | Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum
* The Head of the River - Fuller's Hotel, Pub and Restaurant in Oxford
* Welcome | Ashmolean Museum
* Oxford University Museum of Natural History Homepage
* Pitt Rivers Museum Oxford
* Greene King Local Pubs | Turf Tavern pub in Oxford
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube —…
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Apr 16, 2018
Travel Agent Interview is now TRAVEL RADIO
Check out the new name!
Introducing Travel Radio! I (Megan Chapa) changed the name because I thought the previous title sounded like it was only for travel industry professionals. In fact, the goal is to pair travelers with travel professionals that offer unique types of travel or have niche specialties. I hope the new name is welcoming and helps everyone travel better!
New episodes announced in no particular order:
Las Vegas
Zappos Culture Tour
New Orleans
Antigua and Barbuda
Celebrity Cruises
Carnival Cruises
Trip report from the Royal Princess British Isles Cruise
Trip report Amazon River Cruise with Matthew Wahlgren
Thank you to Orin Walker for stopping to say hello in Las Vegas last week. I appreciate the feedback and for listening!
Until next week!
Megan Chapa
Travel Radio
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apr 2, 2018
South Africa, Peru and Australian RAIL TRAVEL with John McGonigle of GoWay
Join us to talk about luxury travel through some of the most interesting places on earth - South Africa, Peru and Australia! Visit Machu Picchu by train! John McGonigle joins the podcast from GoWay Travel. After listening you will have confidence to travel to these locations knowing that your travel professional has exceptional resources in this family owned company.
Again - Adam Wyler from Part 1 is a great resource and available to assist you planning your rail travel.
Special Guests: Adam Wyler and John McGonigle.
Links:
* Goway Travel | Tailor-made Tours, Luxury Vacations, Cruises & Safaris — Ask your Travel Profession fro GoWay by name!
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 26, 2018
Rail Travel with Adam Wyler and John McGonigle
Discover RAIL TRAVEl on refurbished historical rail cars. From coach to ultra luxury these two episodes will get you "land cruising" to new destinations. The episodes contain great detail I didn't want to cut so I broke the recordings into two episodes.
This week features Adam Wyler, travel industry veteran and travel agent. Adam focuses on rail travel and most recently booked an itinerary on Rocky Mountaineer. He goes into detail on itinerary and potential paths for Rocky Mountaineer starting by land or sea! You can cruise to the rail line and then take an inland adventure or vice versa.
Special Guest: Adam Wyler.
Links:
* The World's Best TRAVEL JACKET with 25 Features | BAUBAX 2.0 by BAUBAX LLC — Kickstarter — These guys don't sponsor me of the Travel Agent Interview. I just am excited for this product and wanted to share. I ordered two of these and I'm pumped to received and try them out!
* Rocky Mountaineer — This is the Rocky Mountaineer Website to get your excited…
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Mar 19, 2018
International Couples Golf Tournaments | Pirates and Wenches Yarrrrr!
Ahoy!
Welcome Back Kim and Keith Quimby! The Quimby's were one of the Travel Agent Interview's earliest guests. I am so thankful for their support and to introduce this years Couple's Golf Tournament at Sandals Emerald Bay - Pirates and Wenches! Of, note, this trip has the option to add swimming with the pigs excursion! Happy day - I love bacon! (Kidding - everyone cool down... It's HAM I love. ;O)
2018 Pirates Wenches Couples Golf Scramble
Tournament entry fee of $150 per person includes
1 practice round & 2 rounds of tournament golf, cart for 2, and cash prizes.
Water and Beer provided on course at no added cost. No refunds available for rounds not played. Tournament is limited to the first 40 couples booked. The tournament will be cancelled and refunds offered if a minimum of 24 couples do not book the resort and tournament by the final payment date of 7/1/2018. 1 male and 1 female couples only. Limited suites are available at this price, quotes with flights can be provided. Pr…
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Mar 4, 2018
OpenSnow With Joel Gratz Founder & Skiing Meteorologist
OpenSnow Website
OpenSnow Facebook
OpenSnow Twitter
OpenSnow Instagram
This is the first time The Travel Agent Interview features winter travel and this episode is awesome! If you know a skier or snowboarder this App is on their phone! OR, IT SHOULD BE - Seriously, GET IT!!! The OpenSnow App is a must piece of technology for your winter adventures.
Today's guest is Joel Gratz, a skiing meteorologist and founder of OpenSnow. He and his team give winter sport enthusiasts their daily fix of snow forecasting. Join us to learn the beginning, inner workings and trip tips from the snow man himself, Joel Gratz.
OpenSnow was created by a team of local weather forecasters who are life-long skiers and riders. During the winter, our forecasters write "Daily Snow" updates that will point you toward the best snow conditions. You can also use our mountain-specific forecasts, webcams, and snow reports to find the best snow.
Over 1.5 million skiers and riders use OpenSnow, and we are so glad tha…
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Feb 26, 2018
Coventry, England, WWII History Buffs Must See and UK City of Culture 2021
Family Travel Episode to Coventry, England:
Ever wonder why Lady Godiva rode her horse naked? Coventry is where that story originated and also where we get the expression "Peeping Tom"!
If you visit England please put Coventry on your list. The historical value and beauty of the Cathedral, even it is ruined state, are truly treasures to behold. Bring tissues if you cry easy. Read the plaques! We learned a lot and have a great respect for the people of Coventry and their ability to recognized and start reconciliation prior to the end of WWII. Good lessons!
Castle Coombe Abbey is near to Coventry and offers excellent walking paths that are stroller friendly and has an excellent play ground. Stay in the four star hotel or just enjoy the grounds for the cost of Parking!
The War Memorial Park is another excellent open space with sports fields, paved paths an place of remembrance for WWI and WWII. In the summer it offers a fantastic splash pad for children to cool down. Parking is pay an…
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Feb 15, 2018
San Francisco Bay Area Travel Show Featuring Travel Professional Academy
This episode is being published early in Liu of Monday's episode. As this is time relevant and incredibly interesting Megan thought you wouldn't mind. Enjoy!
The San Francisco Bay Area Travel Show is happening SF / Bay Area / February 17 – 18, 2018 Santa Clara Convention Center. This event caters to globe trotters and persons potential interested in working in the wonderful world of tourism.
Big name travel media celebrity presenters include Rick Steves, Samantha Brown and Pauline Frommer. Included along side these celebrity personalities are travel industry celebrities Anita Pagliasso and Richard Earls. Anita and Richard formed Travel Professional Academy to encourage and mentor new and experienced travel professionals to career success.
During the show Anita and Richard will be at the Travel Professional Academy booth #1736. If you have ever considered a career in the tourism industry stop by and brainstorm your travel dreams with them. Megan shares her personal experience and t…
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Feb 12, 2018
The Ultimate Poling Adventure on the High Seas
This is an active vacation like no other. The Pole Cruise USA makes its debut in November 2018. If you are a pole dancer or want to try out the sport this is a unique way to learn with industry experts. Instructors include US Champions to coach you to better fitness through the challenge workout of pole dancing.
Have a listen to this weeks episode to hear what a typical day on a pole cruise looks like. Kara Lee also outlines her interesting path from practicing corporate law to organizing some of the most unique itineraries at sea. Australian listeners will be pleased to hear the additional cruise options that are available to them sailing out of Australia.
Special Guest: Kara-Lee Taible.
Links:
* POLE CRUISE USA - HOME — Limited Space - reserve your spot now on this first ever POLE CRUISE USA!
* Tickled Pink Travel — KaraLee's parent travel company webpage.
* Australian East Coast Pole Cruise Website — This one is sold out BUT watch out for an announcement coming short…
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Feb 5, 2018
The Hunt For Northern Lights Cruise with Shari Kavalin
Shari Kavalin is back with her good nature, gift for planning unique itineraries and love of cats. If you have ever wanted to cruise with fellow cat lovers on a Celebrity Cruise Line out of Florida... OR... Hunt down the Northern Lights on an adults only, brand new, ultra luxury liner this is the episode for you!
Shari give great details on both the Hunt for the Northern Lights cruise itinerary and the amazing new ship. If you are familiar with the Viking River Cruise model of luxury, all-inclusive style cruising you will love how Viking has applied it to their new, luxury, ocean vessels. These ships hold under 1,000 passengers and can sail into waterways large ships just can't navigate. The typical person hunting for the northern lights bundles up, and trudges into the cold in hopes for seeing the lights while they struggle to stay warm. Why not float in luxury accommodation, in the right ports, at the right time of year with a hot chocolate or champagne instead?
Shari, has a group…
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Jan 29, 2018
Family Travel: 72 Hours In Brighton, England, UK with Children
Megan, Joe, Orya and for the first time Joey, the two year old, lay out a 72 visit for families in Brighton. This is a great walkable, or busable destination for families even in the winter!
Game plan:
Day 1 arrive afternoon at the beach and pier
Day 2 Brighton Sealife Center
Day 3 Brighton Pavillion and lanes
Day 4 Wake up and roll out!
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* SEA LIFE Brighton - Official Website
* Brighton Pavillion
* Welcome to Brighton Palace Pier
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Jan 22, 2018
Aruba with Rose Forest ACE
Rose Forest missed her calling she should have been in the travel industry from DAY ONE. Once Rose visited Aruba she was hooked! Attaining her ACE credentials she plans Aruba vacations for her clients with ease. The interview covers:
* Aruba's many beaches and their characteristics
* nature based excursions
* water activities
* currency
* language
* safety
* driving options
* weather
* culture
* visa requirements
* flight options
The episode ends in a "where would you go with unlimited funds but a limit time frame" brainstorm session. Where did we decide to go?
Traveling Prayer
~ St. David's Episcopal Church, Baltimore, MY, published in Readers Digest, year unknown.
I know, O God
that wherever I travel,
you will be with me.
There is nowhere I can go,
no situation I can face,
which is outside your love and strength;
and so I commit myself
into your care and keeping
on this journey,
knowing that at all times
I am in your hands.
Amen
Special Guest: R…
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Jan 15, 2018
Mental Health Benefits of Travel with John Dennis
John Dennis, LPC, NCC, ACS joins Megan to talk about the mental health benefits travel can produce. This episode is a therapy session you want to hear again and again. Its also a great exposure to a licensed counselor that has a popular mental health blog and soon to be podcast of his own.
Travel Agent Tip: Share this episode! Your therapist has spoken, you NEED to vacation!
Special Guest: John Dennis,LPC,NCC,ACS.
Links:
* Parents & Families, Individual and Couples Therapy l Harrisburg, PA 17109 — Connect with John Dennis and read his mental health blog!
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jan 9, 2018
Jim Cloonan on Travel Professional Training Events
You should be using a travel agent and using one with professional training.
[Enter]Jim Cloonan, owner of Travel Show Marketing Group.
Midweek Special Episode - oooh la la!
This episode is an interview with Jim to detail the types of training available to travel professionals at TSMG Conferences and why its so important to attend. Are you a travel agent that needs guidance, specialty training? This is your event.
This is the BEST INDUSTRY to work in. After listening Travel Professionals will be registering by the dozen and the rest of the listeners of this program will be trying to become travel agents! Who else gets to attend events like this!?
Conference links are below and my own host agency's contact information just incase you do want to join all the fun that is the Travel & Tourism Industry.
Special Guest: Jim Cloonan.
Links:
* Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum – #1 Event for Independent Travel Professionals — The official website for the Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum! Ps…
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Jan 8, 2018
Wine Maker's Cruise 2018 and Bonus Nevis Material with Keith and Martha Powell
Two of my favorite guests Keith and Martha Powell return to talk about all of their wine and craft beer experiences offered for 2018. These include the 2018 Fall Foliage Wine Maker's Cruise with Holland America Cruise Line, 2018 River Cruise on AMA Waterways (sold out), a Nevis Tourism bonus and a special Brew (read beer) Cruise on a Royal Caribbean Ship! See the links below for details on the Fall Foliage options.
"If I had to charge all the wine tasted and special events on this cruise to my on board account... I would have had quite a bar bill. That's the beauty of this cruise, the formal wine tastings, special events and other amenities were included. It was a lots of fun and the wine was wonderful."
~ Donna, past guest
Special Guest: Keith and Marth Powell.
Links:
* WineMaker's Cruise Home — Home page for the October 6 -13, 2018 Fall Foliage Wine Maker's Cruise!
* Welcome to James Arthur Vineyards — “Crushing it for 20 years!” What started out as a hobby has turn…
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Dec 22, 2017
Christmas 2017 Podcast and 2018 Preview
Final episode of 2017 quick holiday message, funny Christmas stories, 2018 preview and safety tip for American's traveling abroad (STEP Program).
Please accept my apologies for slight departure in sound quality. Those are the breaks when you record from a beach front balacony...😉
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* Smart Traveler Enrollment Program — Do this American Travelers!
* WineMaker's Cruise A Wine Cruise - Home — Contact Keith and Martha now if you want the LAST cabin on their Wine Maker's River Cruise through Germany on AMA Waterways! Cabins still available for their Holland America New England Winemaker's Cruise 2018.
* Family Therapist | Therapist, Relationship Therapist | Harrisburg, PA 17109 — John Dennis,LPC, NCC, ACS, will be joining us in the new year to discuss the mental health benefits of traveling! He will formally announce his own PODCAST! This will be a great episode so make sure the listen in.
* POLE CRUISE USA - HOME — Bend, Flex, DANCE!…
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Dec 11, 2017
Love Learning Languages with Kerstin Cable or Creative Language Learning Podcast
Language skills will enhance your travel experience and immerse you into the culture of your destination country before you even set foot in country. Do you have a year, six months or less before departure? Listen in for tips to learning your target language and to have FUN doing it.
Want to refresh or build on the skills you already have? Be encouraged you haven't failed at learning that language. You need new techniques and motivation. Kerstin, adorable and positively, will encourage you and point you to the path of continued learning.
Make sure to follow the links below for Kerstin's blog and podcast for people who love learning languages.
Special Guest: Kerstin Cable.
Links:
* Fluent Language Website: Blog, Podcast & Language Tuition — Kerstin's webpage of language learning tools and the Cool Kids Club. Click to discover a new or rekindle your first language love. Enjoy!
* Creative Language Learning Podcast — Adorable Kerstin and her co-host Lindsay are obsessed with l…
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Dec 4, 2017
Visit Nevis, Birth Place of Hamilton and Island Gem with Denora Willams!
The episode starts with weird Christmas traditions, include pickle trees and a character only idolized by Dwight Schrute. Denora then tells us about Boutique Hotels, Foodie paradise, the birth place of Alexander Hamilton and more. From beaches to mountains Nevis is a fantastic place to explore. Want to visit? See Denora's contact info below and let her plan the perfect trip for you and your family to NEVIS!
News flash: Megan bleeps out her first word on this episode!
Special Guest: Denora Williams.
Links:
* Denora's Home Page — Denora's Website!
* Weird Christmas Traditions Article — No PA - no more pickle trees!
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 27, 2017
Special Episode: Dr. Disneyland Best Selling Author Dr. Jeff Barnes
BOOK GIVEAWAY: ENTER HERE
Amazon Bestselling Author Dr. Jeff Barnes visits the Travel Agent Interview to talk leadership and life lessons using an example from the tourism industry, Walt Disney (perfect)!
Megan and Jeff cuss and discuss Jeff's background, including his U.S. History course on the History of Disneyland. Yes, you can take it for COLLEGE CREDIT! The course includes guided tours of both U.S. Parks. Ummmmm - stop reading, go sign up!
The conversation moves to Jeff's first book, "The Wisdom of Walt" and then, "Beyond the Wisdom of Walt". Highlights include why Hitler hated Mickey Mouse and overcoming obstacles like Jeff's own brain tumor!
Fun, fun, FUN! Listen, set goals, be motivated, read these books and ENTER our contest! Enter for yourself, enter for the Disney fanatic in your life. You will love these books. See links below if you would like to make a purchase in time for Christmas.
Special Guest: Dr. Jeff Barnes A.K.A. Dr. Disneyland.
Links:
* The Wisdom of Wal…
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Nov 20, 2017
Catholic Pilgrimage For Families with Judy Yirsa
Megan and Judy catch listeners up on the latest with Judy's baby life. They baby has arrived (see photo below)! The girls move on to a crazy article on cruise passengers staging a mutiny over not being allowed to dock in a port with confirmed cases of the PLAGUE (news article below). Fun Disney trivia to introduce future guest Dr. Jeff Barnes otherwise known as Dr. Disneyland. Then Judy talks about her carefully planned Catholic pilgrimage. We learn more about the route, the importance of those stops to the Catholic faith and some activities along the way. Judy encourages families to attend and use the trip to invest in their family's faith.
Special Guest: Judith Romera Yirsa.
Links:
* Fr. Cory's Website — Listen to Fr. Cory's Website before you travel! Fr. Cory Sticha is the pastor at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Malta, Montana of the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings, Montana. He has attended World Youth Day in Poland and is excited to celebrate his 10 year anniversary of his o…
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Nov 13, 2017
The World Is Open and All Things Shari Kavalin
Shari's husband is a lucky man but so are her clients! She is in a committed relationship with them too!
Shari's insight on visiting hurricane damaged destinations is refreshing. She also talks visiting Mexico and reminds us that in so many ways travel is a catalyst for good.
The Caribbean is where Shari loves to play but research is her specialty. Her clients enjoy well planned, top of the line, custom trips.
Side Note: Shari is a cat lover and you might just hear her attack cat in the background. Luckily, this is an animal friendly show!
Enjoy!
Special Guest: Shari Kavalin.
Links:
* Elegant Escapes - If you're not on vacation, you're in the wrong place — Shari's gorgeous website!
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Nov 6, 2017
Devon, U.K. Jurassic Coast on a Family Travel Log Special Edition
Megan is joined by the family for a fun run down on their quick trip to Dawlish and Lyme Regis. The episode includes, beaches, seashells, commute, a side trip to Castle Combe, and actually finding fossils!
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* The Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
* Dawlish - Visit South Devon
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Oct 30, 2017
Jamaica for Every Vacation with Irene Sauger - Mon!
Irene talks Mobile Passport as this weeks tech minute. A "must have" additional to anyones travel apps. It's like a fast pass for customs! Get it!
Megan and Irene talk about Irene's journey to becoming a travel professional. It put her on the path to LOVING Jamaica and getting certified as a an exert by the Jamaican Board of Tourism. Irene knows Jamaica beyond the All-Inclusives and has a few wild stories about off the beaten places that you need to visit!
Don't stop listening before Irene gets to her time in South Africa! Megan Finishes answering a question on her favorite vacation.
This is a good one - Mon..!
Special Guest: Irene Sauger.
Links:
* Mobile Passport App - The App for U.S. customs and immigration
* Home | Vacation Guru — Irene's Website!
* File:Soursop, Annona muricata.jpg - Wikipedia — This is the weird relaxing fruit called sour sop from Jamaica!
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Oct 23, 2017
Costa Rica with Marshall O'Hearn!
In this Ecotourism, Costa Rica audio adventure Marshall starts things off talking about a bug repellent product easy to use for kids and easy to find on-line (link to Amazon below). Then Megan and Marshall talk about how his love for Costa Rica began during a semester exchange program. During Marshall's time there he put his foot on every part of the country he could scramble to. He also took advantage of the language immersion opportunity to perfect his Spanish skills. Now he travels there frequently with his family and can help you get there too. Subjects touched on are geography, language needs, currency used, safety, food, appropriate trip duration and types of accommodations. You will love this episode and want to visit this unspoiled and accessible part of the world. Call Marshall, he will not steer you wrong!
Special Guest: Marshall O'Hearn.
Links:
* Snap On Mosquito Repellent Bracelets — Snap on felt like bug repellent wrist bands. 100% All Natural Plant-Based Oil, Non-T…
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Oct 16, 2017
Dubai, India and the Exotics with Margie Jordan
India, Dubai and Africa - OH MY! This is an episode for the daring adventurer! Margie starts us on her journey to finding her beloved profession as a travel planner. Then she starts us in Dubai and ends us in India. Your bucket list for travel is about to get two destinations deeper. Margie's thoughtfulness and reasoning behind how she tailors her trips really speaks to her own motto of finding the "heartbeat of a destination". Margie talks street food and boiled milk on a 90 degree day. Sounds hot but you will want to drink that Chai too. Want to contact Margie? Visit her guest page for her contact details or tag in in the https://www.facebook.com/groups/1960827877528181/.
India Photo Credit:
Sharon Christina Rørvik
Dubai Photo Credit:
Roman Logov
Special Guest: Margie Jordan.
Links:
* We Believe We Can End The Water Crisis In Our Lifetime | charity: water — Clean water for all!
* Acts4Rwanda | — A small monthly donation can change a child's life in a big way!
* Jord…
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Oct 9, 2017
Oxford University Museum of Natural History & Pitt River Museum for Kids
Oxford is known for educating the worlds best and brightest (don't hate Ivy League, I read it in a report..) and everything tediously preserved by historians. Though this is true, you can still keep your littles busy here!
Today's episode features a nice half day to the Oxford University's Museum of Natural History and the Pitt River's Museum. If you love a New England fall - you will love Oxford Fall. Autumn man, get out your beard oil and pumpkin spice latte, this is your Mecca. Megan and Orya talk through what is a nice half day outting for kids. The conversation goes something like, Oxford Half Marathon, rocks in the museum, African stuff, shrunken heads, sea bugs, food, spiders, Orya laughing uncontrollably.
Additionally, if you are a runner, plan to visit Oxford in the fall. Run the half Marathon and take the family to the museum at the end point, hit up a pub for a fun half day in town!
Links:
* O.U.M.N.H. Homepage — Fossils, Geodes and Roaches OH MY!
* Pitt Rivers Mus…
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Oct 2, 2017
Amazon River Cruise Updates and How You Can Become a Travel Professional
Matthew Wahlgren returns to talk about the Amazon River Cruise, a new video recording with the tour provider that is available and cabin inventory. The tech minute features Matt's partner's blog jason.matt.travel that chronicles their culinary adventures traveling. If you haven't listened to episode one you need to! The sparrow - THE SPARROW! Make sure to check out Jason's entry on this mystery bird too.
Matt talks about his new role helping travel lovers decide if a career in the travel world is the right professional choice for them. Interested persons can follow the link: http://www.matt.travel/careers.html
We talk about Matt's Bay Area local travel plans and big trip to China his long outstanding bucket list destination. Then Matt asks Megan about her bucket list and it's POLAND! Bring on the pirogies! And Matt offers a curios tip to eat the pizza in Poland.
Special Guest: Matthew Wahlgren.
Links:
* Matt's Website — Find details on the Amazon River Cruise Here and everythi…
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Sep 25, 2017
Week Kelley Pearson Talks Her Favorite All-Inclusives!
Good news - prior to this episode airing all if the "Wish List" items Kelley's adopted hurricane family's need have been met. The community has really rallied and done amazing things. Thank you from all of us!
This week we swap the gadget minute to talk about ways to effectives help hurricane victims based on Kelley's first hand experience. The plan was to post wish lists from several families in need but the lists have been satisfied. Kelley will update us when she has another family set up for assistance.
Kelley is a New York resident, wife, mom and travel agent extraordinaire focusing on all-inclusives. At the moment Kelley is loving Sandals for couples and Nickelodeon for Families. She likes these resorts for their variety of activities and abilities to cater menus for persons with dietary restrictions.
Kelley participates in the second installment of ending the show with unprompted questions. Megan talks travel meds and knowing the differences in commonly purchased pain killers…
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Sep 18, 2017
Hawaii with Guest Michelle Tatum
Let's talk about what to do with that wet suit when you swim until take off! Stash it in a wet bag. Links in the show notes. Michelle talks about her desire to make a client's family time and vacation dollars go far and be well invested. We hear about Michelle's quick think to aid stranded clients during the hurricane. Steam guns, killing germs, food trucks and a surprise question on partially digested food round out the show. Its a fun one! Pack your suite and get to Hawaii!
Special Guest: Michelle Tatum.
Links:
* Arrow Print: Planet Wise Lite Wet Bag, To The Point : Baby — Black and white print, this is for a man - baby!
* Animal Print Wet Bags: Biubee 3 Pack Wet Dry Cloth Diaper Bags - Baby Waterproof Washable Reusable Hanging Diaper Organizer : Baby — Not just for kids! Cute animal print wet bags in a three pack.
* Chevron Print: Large Hanging Wet/dry Cloth Diaper Pail Bag for Reusable Diapers or Laundry (Grey Chevron) : Baby — Chevron, cause its classy!
* Home | V…
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Sep 10, 2017
Diverted: Live From Royal Caribbean Oasis of The Seas with Valerie Gossett
Megan has the privilege to speak with Valerie Gossett for a coincidental second week in a row while she is on board the Oasis of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean International ship. Valerie is calling it the cruise that never ends! RCI is really showing their class in passenger treatment for those on board, those with canceled cruises and the islands that host their ships.
This is Valerie's third time on a cruise in 10 years while there was a hurricane in the Caribbean. She is not afraid to sail during hurricane season because the ships will just go around the storms. You will hear - she sounds confident!
Press play to here about life on board a diverted cruise ship.
Special Guest: Valerie Gossett.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Sep 3, 2017
Large Group Travel with Valerie Gossett
Back to the shows regular format!
This weeks guest is large group specialist Valerie Gossett. Don't want to deal with the family? Can't handle hearing about the kennel fees for Aunt Myrtle's cats? Turn your woes to Valerie. She loves the fury friends and Aunt Myrtle too! Valerie tells a great tale showcasing the power of a travel agents connection to the industry and a Mary Kay photo finish to keep a passenger from missing the boat!
Special Guest: Valerie Gossett.
Links:
* Knock Knock Pack This! Pad: Knock Knock: 9781601061560: Amazon.com: Books — Pack This List! Get it and share it! We love this and so will you. This way you won't forget your contact case and sleep with them in for 7 nights... oi!
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Aug 29, 2017
Part 4 Queen Mary 2 - Disembarkation, Lost Luggage and Kid Commentary
This is the last episode of the Queen Mary 2 mini series on sailing successfully with children in tow. Megan and Joe talk about favorite travel activity books for kids by Kumon. The Chapa family talks about family favorites, a secret elevator and fun traditions to bring along. This episode concludes with disembarkation process. Cuteness alert, there is commentary from a 5 year old little girl who is clearly part of the "Finer Things" club. #shelikesteaandfancydresses
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Aug 21, 2017
Part 3 Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic, Dining Options
The tech minute takes a break and we discuss an amazing charity for combat wounded veterans, the Colorado Wounded Vet Run, www.CWVR.org and nationwide, www.theyfoughtwerun.com .
Shout out to Brianna and Hillary. Thanks for the feedback and for tuning in. We miss you guys!
The bulk of the episode and what you've been waiting for - DINING options on the Queen Mary 2! There a many, we managed to cover most of them! Topics include, main dining, casual options, kids options, specialty dining, afternoon tea and Cunard's ability to cater to dietary needs.
Commentary includes shaming of line (que) cutters and general bad manners. Step up your game folks - this is the Queen Mary 2!
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* Colorado Wounded Vet Run — Our featured charity the helps local veterans in the state of Colorado. They help to cover the gaps of VA coverage or provide needs that the VA just isn't fast enough to provide for. Don't send your charity dollars into outer space or the inte…
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Aug 13, 2017
Part Two of Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic, Attire and Entertainment
This is episode two of a four part series on a translatlantic crossing on this Queen Mary 2. The first episode featured embarkation from NYC and the children's programming. On this podcast Megan and Joe talk about the dress code and entertainment.
Also in the show Megan thanks Bright Bear Technologies for solving her technology woes. They are a shining star in the blackness of the interwebs space cosmos!
Additionally, Megan gives updates on many of the 2018 trips her guests are hosting and where to find their information. (Pssst - they are selling out fast! I'm not even getting paid to tell you, you're welcome.)
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* Bright Bear Technology — Megan endorsed technology company! They make your technology work so you can do what you are good at. Snippet below from their website. Bright Bear Technology Solutions, Inc. 184 Technology Drive #200, Irvine, CA 92618 tel:949.988.7988 | fax:949.954.8592 ----------------------------------- We don’t know…
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Aug 7, 2017
Part 1 Queen Mary 2 Sailing With Kids
For the first time Megan talks about one of her specialties, travel within the UK. Adding to the "first times" on the podcast, she is joined by her hunky hubby Joe. (This is Megan writing, my husband is as good looking as he is well spoken... ;o )
This episode cusses and discusses embarkation from the Brooklyn Cruise terminal through first impressions of the children's programming. This podcast should give you some pretty clear insight into weather taking your kids on board the historical and regal Queen Mary 2 is right for your family.
Special Guest: Joseph Chapa.
Links:
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Jul 24, 2017
Culinary Travel Guests Cyndie and Tabetha Heath
Cyndie and Tabetha are in year 7 of turning their clients culinary travel dreams into tasty adventures! Hear stories of their past trips, their future trips and a surprising trip to the ER in Costa Rica! They are tempting us with a possible South Pacific food tour for 2018. Grab something savory and join us for this sweet dish of an episode!
Special Guest: Cyndie and Tabetha Heath.
Links:
* Culinary Adventures Club — Live close to the Heaths? Join them for monthly outings and culinary experiences!
* Culinary Adventures River Cruise Dec 2017 — We invite you to celebrate the magic of the holiday season with us on our Christmastime cruise. Embark upon your cruise in Nuremberg, stopping to visit some of the charming towns where many beloved Christmas traditions originated. Wander the stalls of Europe’s most traditional and enchanting Christmas Markets, shopping for handcrafted toys and gifts, sipping hot mulled wine and inhaling the fragrance of gingerbread and roasted chestnu…
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Jul 17, 2017
Quilting Cruises with Alpha Daily Majors
If you love quilting and handy crafts this episode is for you! Alpha and Megan talk about quilting gadgets, the making of the quilt cruise and fun finding like minded artisans in Nassau Bahamas. Alpha is even collecting quilting magazines, seems rippers and other supplies to send to their new made friends.
Don't quilt but your spouse does? There is plenty for you to do aboard this NCL Ship too!
Special Guest: Alpha Daly Majors.
Links:
* Cruise Details! — Keep scrolling - its down there and its good stuff!
* Slide Show For Stepping Stones Quilt Guild Visit — Some photos of the visit with Stepping Stones Quilt Guild. What lovely quilts and ladies!
* Electric Seam Ripper — A neat product that many swear by but Alpha hasn't dared to try. This one has great reviews - maybe we can get Alpha to give this one a go!
* Cafe Sewciety Quilts - Webster, NY
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Jul 10, 2017
Highly Customized European Vacations with MaryLyn Klein
MaryLyn Klein and her husband started their married lives as traveling Gypsies in Europe. After a corporate career in the dot com industry ended she went back to her first love - TRAVEL! Now she plans extremely customized trips to Europe. Through her stories you will want to travel to Europe, cheer on US Soccer and dine in style.
Special Guest: MaryLyn Klein.
Links:
* MaryLyn Klein's Website
* WhatsApp — With voice calls, you can talk to your friends and family for free*, even if they're in another country. And with free* video calls, you can have face-to-face conversations for when voice or text just isn't enough. WhatsApp voice and video calls use your phone's Internet connection, instead of your cell plan's voice minutes, so you don't have to worry about expensive calling charges.
* PLATYPUS 1L DuoLock SoftBottle Water Bottle : Sports & Outdoors — This pretty version of the Platypus has a carabiner built into its side. AND I'm pumped to order this - because that carabin…
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Jul 2, 2017
DISNEY All Day Everyday with Lisa Hill
Apprehensive about the Disney trip your kids are hounding about? Don't be, there is help, and at not extra cost to you!
Lisa Hill has the repeat clients all travel agents want. Why? Because she takes a trip that requires extensive planning and turns it into pure joy for her clients. Disney is a BEAST but being prepared will make the trip an adventure to look forward to - not dread!
Be our guest and get to know Lisa Hill during this fun podcast episode!
Special Guest: Lisa Hill.
Links:
* Magic Travel - Home — Lisa Hill's magical Facebook page. Like it to love her frequent updates on all things Disney!
* REVIEWS Lisa Hill - Travel Agent in Greenville, TX | Travel Leaders — These families love using Lisa as their Disney Travel Planner. Maybe you will too! In the words of Marcel the Shell, "Read On!"
* My Disney Experience | Walt Disney World Resort — Start here! Or call LISA HILL! First create your account here and start building the magic that will be transferred to your…
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Jun 26, 2017
Wine Maker Cruises with Keith and Martha Powell
Keith's Parting Toast:
There are big ships,
There are small ships,
But the Best Ships and are FRIENDSHIPS!
Did Keith have a glass of wine while we interviewed? I bet yes!
Don't light a match - this episode is soaked in glorious wine talk. To quote Keith, "The answer is WINE". Learn about Keith and Martha Powell's niche travel offerings, wine cruises and land tours. 2017 is SOLD OUT but 2018's offerings are about to be published. Take a listen and if this is the type of travel you crave - don't hesitate of you will miss the boat! Literally, you will miss it.
These cruises are hosted by the Powell's on Holland American Line Cruise Ships. Keith describes a typical day on a Wine Maker's Cruise (amazing, naps needed). Martha recounts her farm to table meal experience on board HAL and the fresh herbs grown on ship.
Wine enthusiasts and culinary travel fans alike will enjoy this episode.
Special Guest: Keith and Marth Powell.
Links:
* Wine Makers Cruise Website — Interested in j…
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Jun 19, 2017
Luxury Vacations For The Discreet Affluent Traveler w/ Guest Lauren Liebert
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Megan and Lauren talk Carrr Matey, a clever app to locate your rental car, during the tech minute. Then Lauren talks about her specialty planning high luxury trips for her discerning clients. There is above and beyond and then there are the things that Lauren does for her clients! Fake names, casinos, and PIRATES - OH MY!
Special Guest: Lauren Liebert.
Links:
* Carrr Matey in iTunes — Yarrrrrrr! Use this app to find your carrrrrrr! Follow the treasure map!
* Lauren Liebert Facebook — Get social on FB with Lauren Liebert!
* Lauren Liebert's Website — Lauren's Website!
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subscribe!
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Jun 12, 2017
European Bike and Barge Tours with Guest Stephanie Scott
Stephanie Scott is an avid cyclist and traveler. Her specialty is bike and barge tours (think smaller river cruise ships) through Europe! At 20 miles a day, and options for non-riders alike, this could be the perfect active and relaxing vacation for couples that can't agree. Once announced these trips sell out in days - listen or see the show notes to contact Stephanie about her up coming charter trips at http://travelagentinterview.com
Special Guest: Stephanie Scott.
Links:
* Google Translate — Web based version of the invaluable Google Translate App. Download App for best experience traveling.
* XE Currency — The website version of the app. Download the App for quick conversions while shopping, haggling, or buying a pint abroad.
* Rides With GPS — Website version of the GPS App designed just for Bicyclists. Plan your next trip and get play by play instructions while riding.
* Travel Radio Podcast - YouTube — Travel Radio Podcast is on YouTube! Please like and subsc…
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Jun 5, 2017
Religious Travel with Judy Yirsa
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From a young age Judy's parents and grandparent's instilled a sense of awe and exploration of her faith through pilgrimage. Straight from her honeymoon (read first pilgrimage) Judy and her husband have been planning thoughtful and inspiring pilgrimages for her clients. If you are looking to deepen your faith or appreciation of holy sites this is the travel agent for you.
Special Guest: Judith Romera Yirsa.
Links:
* St. Christopher's Mission Travel — This is Judith's webpage. If you have interest in pilgrimages or religious travel Judith is the travel agent for you.
* Fatima Pilgrimage with Video — As describe in the podcast, this is the Fatima pilgrimage for 2018. It is newly renamed as the Marian Pilgrimage. MARIAN PILGRIMAGE 2018: JUNE 2018 St. Christopher Mission Travel is proud to offer a group pilgrimage to Portugal, Spain and France. Many hours have gone into picking out not only the route for this trip, but also careful examina…
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May 27, 2017
Ciao Bella Ladies Travel Club with Sharon Oldham
Ciao Bella was created by Anita Pagliasso, owner of Ticket To Travel. Together, Sharon and Anita plan trips for this exclusive ladies travel club. Listen for fun, friends and good food! Don't have a friend to accompany you or share a room with. Ciao Bella will try to pair you with an agreeable gal!
Special Guest: Sharon Oldham.
Links:
* Ciao Bella Getaway Club — A travel club exclusively for women travelers Designed specifically for all women who enjoy travel. Our getaways, retreats, events, and tours will encompass the adventure and excitement of travel while alleviating the stresses of traveling alone. Ideal for those who don’t like paying single supplements because, whenever possible, we’ll match you with a roommate. Wonderful for mothers, daughters, sisters, cousins, and girlfriends who want to spend time together. Perfect for all women.
* Ciao Bella Facebook Page — Why an all-woman travel club? At Ciao Bella Getaway Club we believe that travel offers a unique way fo…
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May 27, 2017
Italian Travel Specialist Sharon Oldham
Megan and Sharon talk language learning options. Then Sharon gives her history as an educator that lead to her learning Italian and joining the travel industry. Listeners will crack up at her sleepy client's mistake and never order spaghetti and meatballs!
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Megan Chapa: Sharon, we talked a little bit about gadgets and technology that we love for travel and one of the things we specifically talked about is technology and technology specifically for learning a new language or helping our clients become acquainted with just the knots and bolts of a language or some key phrases before they travel. You specifically send your clients to Italy and you have a couple programs and some Facebook sites that are your favorites for clients that have different traveling requirements and could you tell us a little bit about them?
Sharon Oldham: Sure. I think some people really only want to know key phrases so that they feel like they can make an impression w…
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May 20, 2017
Golf Tournaments Around the World w/ Kim and Keith Quimby
Megan and the Quimbys talk RFID wallets before cussing and discussing the 24hr decision for Kim to pursue a career as a travel agent. Keith shortly followed Kim into a career filled with exciting trips around the world golfing the best courses, fine dining and friendship!
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"Megan Chapa: Amazon is getting a good plug from us today. All right, thank you guys for that input. I think we should move on to the section that's about you guys, the stars of our show. Kim, would you be able to tell us a little bit about you guys as a couple and how you got into the travel industry in the first place?
Kim Quimby: We've been married for quite awhile and Keith came home one day and he was working in the defense industry and informed that he was going to take early retirement and in that conversation it's quite difficult on me... He informed me that we would not be able to travel as much because he was taking early retirement and t…
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May 19, 2017
River Cruising With Matthew Wahlgren
Megan and Matthew talk River Cruising. Matthew makes a surprise announcement about his latest charter Amazon river cruise for May 2018. http://www.matt.travel/Peru.html
We also discover that Matthew is VERY adventurous when it comes to trying new food (this time in Japan). He came on the show to talk River Cruising but you might just decide to call him for an adventure in Japan too!
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Matthew: So it's most likely going to be the week of May 19th of next year.
Megan: Okay. Good.
Matthew: Yeah. It's small. It's like 30 person, so 15 rooms. It's a small group kind of an adventure and you go out o the Amazon. This is for people who are looking to see Toucans and Sloughs and pink dolphins out in the wild and that you get on these little skiffs. You know, your excursions aren't so much like the European river cruises where you drop off in towns although you'll do that too. You'll meet some communities but it's really about kind of getting off on…
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