Booked, Broke, and BTS Bound: Bernadette Joy's KPOP Ticket & Travel Experience Playbook

In this episode of Tickets to Travel, we dive into the high-energy world of KPOP superfans with Bernadette Joy, a financial educator and lifelong music lover who’s traveled coast to coast (and beyond) for her favorite idols. From navigating dynamic ticket pricing and limited tour stops to mastering fan club perks, high-touch experiences, and travel hacks, Bernadette breaks down what it really takes to follow a global KPOP tour.

🎤 She shares:

• Her first KPOP concert moments and how she became part of the BTS ARMY

• The real cost of being a dedicated fan (spoiler: it’s not just about tickets)

• How fans build community, create core travel memories, and influence tourism trends

• Why travel planning for concerts should be part of every destination’s marketing strategy

• Her dream of building hospitality activations for fans, by fans

Whether you're KPOP-curious, a travel industry insider, or a fellow fangirl (or fanboy!), this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and love for the global fan experience. 💜

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🎶 Get ready to pack your bags, charge your lightstick, and queue up those playlists — this is one journey you won't want to miss!