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TravelPulse Podcast

TravelPulse
Travel Advisors
Travel Industry
Cruise Industry
Luxury Travel
Travel Trends
Travel Insurance
Destination Weddings
Overtourism
Air Travel
Boeing
AI In Travel
Amawaterways
Marriott Bonvoy
Accessible Travel
Spring Break Travel
Italy
Mexico
Social Media
American Airlines
Dominican Republic

Cutting through all the noise and giving you what you need to hear about in travel. Tune-in to hear TravelPulse's Executive Editor Eric Bowman discuss travel news, tips, and more with industry experts and other insightful guests.

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This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including Google's AI Mode for Travel, Europe's water-level updates, and more.

Later, I interview Phil Blackwell, VP, Business Development & Partnerships for Travel Insured Internation... more

This week, I welcome Jared Benoff, owner of Vacationeeze, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including big updates from Disney, a new fee in Mexico, and more.

Later, Benoff shares his story of going from the corporate world to be... more

This week, I welcome McLean Robbins, owner of Lily Pond Luxury, to first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including big issues with European travel, a toddler canceling a whole flight, and more.

Later, Robbins shares her thoughts on why... more

This week, I welcome Jennifer Kellum, owner of Neverland & Main Travel, to first discuss the latest trending news in the world of travel, including United's pitch to Delta, new tourist taxes in Europe, and more.

Later, Kellum shares what travel ad... more

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Recent Guests

Jared Benoff
Owner of Vacationeeze, Connecticut-based travel agency
Vacationeeze
Episode: From Corporate World to Travel Advisor
McLean Robbins
Owner of Lily Pond Luxury, Virtuoso-affiliated travel advisor
Lily Pond Luxury
Episode: Europe Travel Issues + How Advisors Can Embrace AI
Jennifer Kellum
Owner of Neverland & Main Travel
Neverland & Main Travel
Episode: Working With a DMC
Dr. Shenika Baisley-Woodley
Owner of Divine Dream Destinations Travel; Army Lieutenant Colonel
Divine Dream Destinations Travel
Episode: The Evolving Role of Travel Advisors
Madeline List
Manager, Research and Special Projects at Phocuswright
Phocuswright
Episode: The Indulgent Explorer
Geoff Freeman
President and CEO of the US Travel Association
US Travel Association
Episode: The State of US Travel Ahead of America’s 250th
Chris Dane
President and Managing Partner at Hickory Global Partners
Hickory Global Partners
Episode: AI in the Skies, Advisor Relationships With Airlines, and More
Barb Strait
Owner of Straight Away Travel and Pickleball in Paradise
Straight Away Travel; Pickleball in Paradise
Episode: The Riches in the Niches
Kristin Hancock
Owner of Bright Life Travel Co.
Bright Life Travel Co.
Episode: Price Hikes, Multi-Gen Travel Trends and More

Host

Eric Bowman
Host of the Travel Pulse Podcast, TravelPulse

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 158 ratings
  • News You Can Actually Use—Every Two Weeks!

    I never miss an episode of TravelPulse Podcast—Eric Bowman has this uncanny knack for cutting through the fluff and bringing me what actually matters in travel, whether it’s what's trending in AI pricing, new updates on cruise policies, or insights into accessible travel. I love how each biweekly chat blends fast-breaking news with real-world advice from industry pros, all delivered like a smart coffee break. Five stars for keeping me informed and inspired every time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ARAY224
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too much rambling

    Every sentence is repeated thrice. We get it. Lets move on. Too mady ads and tiffraff to mske the episode unnecessarily long.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    anisha goyal
    India3 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Jenn Lee is our industry whisperer! Loved the episode and all before it. The next generation of TA helps “this” generation by default. Feed on that and thrive. The value train is hot - don’t miss it fellow TAs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    letsgo2020!
    United States4 years ago
  • Traveling pulse

    It’s a great plan sound fun

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghostbuddy$30
    United States4 years ago
  • Informative - helpful - A Travel Advisor’s Best Friend!

    As a fairly new Travel Advisor, I look forward to this podcast each week. Keeping abreast of what’s trending is so important and turning to Eric has been so helpful! Informative guests and continued interesting topics make me look forward to each new episode! Thanks Eric!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Randy On The Seas
    United States5 years ago

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Many appreciate candid discussions, strong guest lineups, and real-world workflow tips that help grow advisory businesses.
Listeners praise the no-nonsense, informative format and actionable tips for travel advisors.
I never miss an episode and appreciate concise travel news and practical advice from industry pros.

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Europe Travel Issues + How Advisors Can Embrace AI
Q: Why should travel advisors use AI?
AI is a tool to make advisors more strategic and efficient, replacing low-value, repetitive tasks while preserving human judgment and taste. It should be used to draft, synthesize information, and organize data, but not to autonomously make final travel recommendations or live pricing decisions.
The Indulgent Explorer
Q: So Madeline, tell us who is the Indulgent Explorer here in 2026? What's that all about?
The Indulgent Explorer is defined as travelers who are spending about $1,500 per person per day on travel, a luxury tier that includes diverse profiles beyond the traditional high-net-worth stereotype, and it includes people who finance trips through various payment methods and loyalty redemptions while still prioritizing travel as a meaningful expense.
The Evolving Role of Travel Advisors
Q: Shenika, how has the role of travel advisor evolved over the last decade, would you say?
It has evolved from order takers to trusted educators and problem solvers who design experiences and manage client relationships with emotional intelligence.
The State of US Travel Ahead of America’s 250th
Q: What opportunities do you see for pushing travelers beyond the gateway cities?
The World Cup example demonstrates that travelers explore beyond major hubs; destinations should market experiences in smaller towns and regions to broaden travel patterns and support local economies.
The State of US Travel Ahead of America’s 250th
Q: How do we balance border security with a welcoming posture for international visitors?
Freeman argues for a balance: maintain strict controls on illegal entry while making legal visitation easier through sensible visa processes and improved border procedures, and leveraging positive sentiment from international travelers to justify better policy.

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What is TravelPulse Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A travel-industry focused show that blends timely headlines with in-depth interviews from travel executives, advisors, and niche specialists. Episodes frequently cover how technology, especially AI, is reshaping pricing, client communications, and operational workflows for advisors; relationships with airlines and other suppliers; and luxury or niche travel trends such as river cruising, multi-gen trips, and experiential travel. The program also frequently discusses industry policy, advocacy, and education, offering practical tips for advisors on pricing, fee models, partnerships, and how to build trusted client relationships in a fast-moving market. A notable strength is pairing data-driven insights from industry researchers with real-worl... more

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1. Jared Benoff
2. McLean Robbins
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7. Chris Dane
8. Barb Strait

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