This week is a special episode with Masters in Travel host, Whitney Shindelar, interviewed by Emma Weissman, host of the Humans of Travel podcast and managing editor of TravelAge West magazine.

The Humans of Travel podcast features conversations with exceptional people who have compelling stories to tell. Listeners will hear from the travel industry’s notable authorities, high-profile executives, travel advisors and rising stars as they share the experiences — the highs and the lows — that make them human. Past guests have included Valerie Wilson, Terry Dale, Shannon Stowell, Korrine Johnson, Vicki Freed and many others including!

You can find Humans of Travel wherever you listen to you podcasts. After tuning in to today’s episode, be sure to head to your favorite podcast platform to tune into past episodes and to subscribe to stay up to date on future episodes with Emma.

On this episode of Masters in Travel we delve into the world of hotel obsession among travel advisors and explored the importance of hotel research in their workflow. With guests Kate Sullivan and Jaclyn D'Esposito sharing their unique perspectives and experiences, listeners learned about the different approaches to hotel research, building relationships with hoteliers, and evaluating hotels based on aesthetic, facilities, location, and guest experience. The conversation highlights the crucial role that hotel research plays in providing clients with the best possible hotel experiences.

On today’s episode of Masters in Travel, we are flipping the script. Our guest for this special episode is usually on the other side of the mic shining as the podcast host. Whitney Shindelar has been spending months dreaming about and developing The Hive. The Hive is an exciting new piece of technology for travel advisors. Join Brianna Glenn and Kate Sullivan as they interview Whitney and learn more about The Hive.

In this episode of Masters in Travel, Whitney is joined by Brianna Glenn, owner of Milk and Honey Travels, and Whitney Warne of Evoke EQ. Together they explore the power of self-reflection and emotional intelligence. Listen as they discuss how the Enneagram system can help you gain insight into yourself and others, build trust in relationships, and create a better understanding of your business. Tune in and unlock the secrets to success.

wmnsWRK Tourism Accelerator is the tourism industry's first business accelerator for women and non-binary early stage entrepreneurs. While we're always looking for more support and resources for travel advisors entering the industry, wmnsWRK is specifically for those looking to start businesses in the supplier side of the industry. On this episode of Masters in Travel Whitney is joined by Iris Serbanescu, Founder of wmnsWRK, as Iris shares her journey and inspiration to support the tourism industry in this way.

On this Month’s Master Hour edition of the Masters in Travel Podcast, travel advisors from different backgrounds come together to share their experiences and insights on improving business practices for travel advisors. From building personal connections with clients to setting firm boundaries, the group discusses a range of challenges and shares practical tips on increasing repeat and referral business. Each advisor brings unique perspectives and strategies, making this podcast a must-listen for any travel advisor looking to improve their business and provide better experiences for their clients.

On today’s episode of Masters in Travel, we are flipping the script. Our guest for this special episode is usually on the other side of the mic shining as the podcast host. Whitney Shindelar has been spending months dreaming about and developing The Hive. The Hive is an exciting new piece of technology for travel advisors. Join Brianna Glenn and Kate Sullivan as they interview Whitney and learn more about The Hive.

Whatever you're researching right now, the question that you can't find an answer to, it's on the Hive. The Hive is a platform that revolutionizes the way knowledge and insights are shared between travel advisors. It is all the information that you have and all the information that you want in one place.

Learn more and join the waitlist at thehive.travel. The platform will be open for advisors to join in June 2023!

One of the biggest topics over the last few months in the Masters in Travel Community and Think Tank is hiring. When do we know we are ready to hire? How do we hire? Where do we find qualified candidates? There is so much to consider in the hiring process and the list goes on and on. On this episode of Masters in Travel, Whitney is joined by Kate Sullivan, Owner of Anthology Travel. Both Whitney and Kate have recent experience of the laborious cycle of hiring and finding answers to all of these questions. Listen in for steps and processes that can help you take the plunge and hire an employee.

A few weeks ago, Kate Thomas and Whitney enjoyed a friendly dialogue over the time spent on beautifying supplier proposals and how important we feel this is for our businesses. While discussing this topic, we realized there's something more to this, which is likely what's causing the roadblock on anyone switching sides or switching teams on this topic. On today’s episode of Masters in Travel, Whitney, Kate Thomas, and Heather Christopher take a step back and dig deeper into what happens before we receive a less than beautiful supplier proposal.

We’re almost at the end of quarter one and it’s time to dive back into goal setting. On today’s special Master Hour episode of Masters in Travel, Whitney is joined by members of the Masters in Travel Community and Think Tank to check in on everyone’s progress since January. Whether you feel like your progress is on track, or you feel behind, checking in on goals is so important to do.