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Inside the Travel Advisor’s Playbook: Deals, Destinations & Crisis Control

Inside the Travel Advisor’s Playbook: Deals, Destinations & Crisis Control

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🧭 Episode Summary

Behind every seamless vacation is a travel advisor who’s navigated storms — both literal and metaphorical. In this episode, Cheryl and co-host Brittany Johnson sit down with Mark and Lisa Hale, seasoned travel professionals with over 35 years of experience, to reveal what really goes on behind the scenes of the travel industry.

From the myths about travel advisors and the perks of using one, to evolving travel trends, destination deals, and post-pandemic shifts — this episode pulls back the curtain on what it takes to turn dream vacations into real-life memories.

You’ll discover:

  • ✈️ How travel advisors save you time, money, and headaches
  • 🌍 The destinations trending for 2025 — from Europe to Asia
  • 🧳 The rise of multi-generational and bucket-list travel
  • 🏖️ Why it pays to book through a professional (and not just Google)
  • 💡 Real advice for anyone considering a career in travel

Plus, enjoy a fun rapid-fire round on everything from favorite destinations to whether our guests prefer the aisle or window seat!

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode

  • Globus Tours: World of Wonder Sales Event — Save $1,000 per couple on select 2026 tours
  • The Westin Maui Resort & Spa — Complimentary room upgrade + breakfast + resort credit
  • Rick Steves Travel Series — Inspiring travel storytelling and planning inspiration

💬 Key Quote

“You can’t really sell travel from a book — you have to sell it from experience.” — Mark Hale

🧠 Perfect For

  • Curious travelers who want to understand what goes into a perfectly planned trip
  • Aspiring or current travel advisors
  • Anyone planning a cruise, group trip, or international adventure

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Listen now on: NostalgicTravelCo.com/podcasts

Or watch the full video on YouTube: Cheryl’s Travel Blueprint by Nostalgic Travel: https://youtu.be/qPNQNKni8rM

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