Traveler

Sandy Lovick owner of Travel Leaders - Market Square Travel joins us for our season 3 premiere. Today we discuss a hot topic, solo travel, specifically for women. In 1971 Sandy, a 19-year-old college student, traveled Europe on $5 a day - we discuss this adventure and how things have changed. 

When planning a Disney Vacation for your family things can get complicated. What hotel? What parks? What restaurants? Do we want the magic band? What rides do we want to hit? What do the kids want to do?  There are so many questions when it comes to Disney parks. Today we talk about the Disney Dining Plan and include everything you need to know for your next vacation to Disney World. 

Irish native, Catherine Reilly has been making friends within the Irish and Scottish hospitality community for more than 35 years. The people of Ireland and Scotland are blessed with a natural gift of storytelling. She joins our podcast to touch on the Brendan Vacations experience, the fantastic hospitality of Ireland and her passion for exploration and travel. Her expertise, knowledge, and passion are carefully woven into every one of Brendan’s hand-crafted itineraries, enriching your stories by the connections with this place, the pace of life and the locals you’ll meet.

Our Disney episodes are ramping up with co-host Melissa Gutting. Today we bring on Disney Travel Advisor, Tammy Ellingson to talk about all of our favorite rides, restaurants, and tips when visiting the Disney parks. How do you maximize your Disney World Vacation with your family? Tune into this episode and find out!

President of Travel Leaders Network, Roger Block joined us at the Travel Leaders HQ in Minneapolis. Roger joined our podcast to discuss all things travel; travel trends for 2020, his journey in the industry, the future of Travel Leaders and the value of using a travel advisor. 

In today's episode, we are covering the hottest style of travel with AmaWaterways. A family-owned and operated River Cruise line since 2002.  With 3 new ships in 2019 and 1 in 2020, we are covering a few topics; the ultimate Christmas Markets experience, their new ship Ama Magna, and why River Cruising is a must-do. 

Hard Rock All-inclusive Resorts is everything you want in a vacation. Where luxury meets fun.  Currently 5 locations in Riviera Maya, Punta Cana, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta and their newest resort in Los Cabos. But they are officially building a 6th...We sit down with returning guest Carissa Holman to break down the big news at Hard Rock and what to expect as an Adult and or an Adult with kids at their properties.

On this new episode, we bring on AIC Hotel Group who represents a number of hotel brands; Eden Roc Miami Beach, Nobu Hotel Miami Beach, and Nobu Hotel Chicago as well as throughout Mexico and the Caribbean, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, Cancun, Vallarta, Riviera Maya, and Los Cabos. Today we focus on UNICO 20 ̊87 ̊ Hotel Riviera Maya, the first of a new luxury all-inclusive concept. If you are interested in a luxury boutique with everything included, this resort is for you. 

UnCruise Adventures puts a unique spin on the cruise experience. An American owned small ship adventure cruise line founded in Everett, Washington. Their small ships are known for getting into corners of the earth others cannot. Where nature reigns and culture stays strong. Unbeatable activity, expertise, and personalized service—with connection, place, and adventure at the heart of your experience. 

If you are a frequent listener you know at the end of every show we ask our guests (travel experts and professionals) their one piece of advice for a traveler. We take a look back at our year in the podcast world and share with you the travel tips you should take into 2020. We appreciate all the support and thank all who have listened.