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Travel Agent Takeaways

By Destination Webinars
Albatross Tours
California
Travel Destinations
Las Vegas
FIFA World Cup
San Francisco
Small Group Tours
Disneyland Resort
Vanuatu
Diving
Windstar Cruises
European Christmas
Vancouver
United States
Linkedin
Visit California
World War II
Istanbul
Christmas Markets
Air Travel Experience

Are you a travel advisor in Australia or New Zealand looking for short, reliable updates from destinations and suppliers? Your host Charlie Trevena, from Destination Webinars, brings you a podcast series of bite-sized chats with reps, sales managers, and other travel industry legends, delivering news, tips, and insights to keep you informed and ahead of the game. We know you’re busy doing an amazi... more

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This episode of Travel Agent Takeaways explores the Armstrong Collective's two luxury rail brands, Rocky Mountaineer in Canada and Canyon Spirit in the USA.

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This episode of Travel Agent Takeaways highlights why the Kingdom of Tonga stands out as one of the South Pacific's most authentic and unique destinations. 

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In this episode of Travel Agent Takeaways, Jessica Cory from the Vanuatu Tourism Office is back to share the latest destination updates as well as the new Vanuatu Specialist Program: Welkam Vanuatu.

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Recent Guests

Simran Mediratta
Local Australia and New Zealand representative for Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
Episode: Bright Lights, One Flight with Simran Mediratta from Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
Harry Sargant
Representative of Albatross Tours
Albatross Tours
Episode: What’s New in Europe for 2027 with Harry Sargant from Albatross Tours
Pete Rawley
From Evolution Travel Collective, specialist in small group touring
Evolution Travel Collective
Episode: How to Sell Small Group Tours with Pete Rawley & Ingrid Berthelsen from Evolution Travel Collective
Ingrid Berthelsen
From Evolution Travel Collective, co-presenter on small group touring
Evolution Travel Collective
Episode: How to Sell Small Group Tours with Pete Rawley & Ingrid Berthelsen from Evolution Travel Collective
Anna Shannon
CEO of Travel Agent Finder & Travel Trade Connect
Travel Agent Finder & Travel Trade Connect
Episode: What's It Like To Travel Right Now? With Charlie Trevena, Anna Shannon & Alex Pickering
Alex Pickering
Assistant Manager at Phil Hoffmann Travel, Hyde Park
Phil Hoffmann Travel
Episode: What's It Like To Travel Right Now? With Charlie Trevena, Anna Shannon & Alex Pickering
Di Schinella
Representative from Destination Vancouver
Destination Vancouver
Episode: Kicking Off the FIFA World Cup with Di Schinella from Destination Vancouver
Nathan McLoughlin
Representative from Destination Canada
Destination Canada
Episode: Wrapping up 2025 with Nathan McLoughlin from Destination Canada
Harry Sargent
National Sales Manager, Albatross Tours
Albatross Tours
Episode: Unwrapping a European Christmas with Harry Sargant from Albatross Tours

Hosts

Charlie Trevena
Host of Travel Agent Takeaways, Destination Webinars
Anna Shannon
Guest/Co-host for this episode; Travel Agent Finder & Travel Trade Connect

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Great bite-size episodes

    Great podcast for busy travel agents and others in the industry. Every episode is packed with helpful advice and updates from industry experts. I love the short and sweet format - just must-know info without the fluff. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Euro_traveller
    Australiaa year ago
  • Amazing Charlie!

    Thankyou so much for starting this Charlie, the first few episodes are awesome and such a great way to learn on the go!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tay__..
    Australia2 years ago
  • This podcast is awesome!

    Congratulations on the podcast! I can’t wait to listen in the car and learn all about these amazing destinations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thai the Knot Weddings
    Australia2 years ago
  • Updates On the Go!

    Inspired idea to provide these bite-sized industry updates via podcast Charlie! First 2 episodes on my morning walk today & enjoyed hearing about Destination Canada’s new strategy through to 2030 from Nate as well as what’s happening in vibrant Hong Kong from Toni👌Thanks for bringing these to our ears!🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AliKBee
    Australia2 years ago

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Real-world tips from destination experts help agents sell more effectively.
Bite-sized updates from industry leaders are easy to fit into a busy day.
High practicality and useful resources owners and reps share regularly.
Great mix of destination news and practical selling advice.

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Unwrapping a European Christmas with Harry Sargant from Albatross Tours
Q: What should agents tell clients about timing and brochures?
Brochures with the 2026–27 program are released early, with a focus on helping agents guide clients to the right tour, and the new brochure drops in stores as the peak inquiry period starts in December and January.
Unwrapping a European Christmas with Harry Sargant from Albatross Tours
Q: How does the festive program differ from the summer tours?
Festive tours typically have a single departure date and smaller capacity (up to 28 places for Australia and New Zealand), whereas summer tours run with multiple departures. This creates a more exclusive, book-early offering for clients.
Unwrapping a European Christmas with Harry Sargant from Albatross Tours
Q: What can agents expect from the Albatross Tours Festive 2026 program?
The program offers a focused Alpine-based Christmas experience with a mix of Christmas markets, mountain stays, and signature inclusions like panoramic rail journeys and cable cars, designed for memorable, culturally rich holidays with strong capacity control and early booking emphasis.
From Golden Gates to Alpine Lakes: A Northern California Road Trip with David McMahon from Gate 7
Q: What makes a Northern California road trip special for travelers?
It's the mix of urban experiences in San Francisco plus dramatic natural landscapes within a short drive—lakes, mountains, wine regions, and world-class parks like Yosemite make it a versatile, year-round option.
What's It Like To Travel Right Now? With Charlie Trevena, Anna Shannon & Alex Pickering
Q: What are your contingency approaches for travel disruptions?
Participants describe planning three contingencies: alternative flight options, arriving early to allow buffers, and maintaining a flexible, calm mindset to adapt when disruptions occur.

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Short, actionable updates from travel industry reps and destination partners, aimed at travel advisors in Australia and New Zealand. Episodes focus on destination news, product updates, and practical tips for selling and planning itineraries, often featuring trade resources, partnerships, and clear CTAs for agents to learn more. Unique strengths include bite-sized formats, real-world insights from destination authorities and operators, and a steady stream of practical guidance for growing a travel business in a fast-moving market.

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1. Simran Mediratta
2. Harry Sargant
3. Pete Rawley
4. Ingrid Berthelsen
5. Anna Shannon
6. Alex Pickering
7. Di Schinella
8. Nathan McLoughlin

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