Today we have on guest, Korrine Johnson, talking about her path from high-end optical sales to travel advising, co-founding an agency, and later selling her half to focus on consulting, trainings, and cruise-only sales. Korrine explains building systems over 10+ years, launching Travel Biz Boss in 2018 and Cruise Business Blueprint in 2024, and how adopting TravelJoy plus a part-time VA helped double revenue by reducing repetitive tasks. She discusses niching into cruises after burnout from broader luxury/FIT work, using numbers and intuition to guide the shift, and marketing cruises by focused messaging and clear value beyond booking. Together we cover automating client communications, managing expectations, selective cruise-line booking, using AI/Gamma to create personalized port guides, VA outsourcing ideas and sources, and Korrine’s routines and move to Mexico!

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00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro

00:22 Korrine’s Travel Origin Story

01:50 From Agency Owner to Workflow Coach

03:39 Why Systems Matter

05:37 Choosing a Cruise Niche

08:23 Getting More Cruise Clients

10:14 Messaging and Value Hooks

11:37 Fees and Cruise Booking Value

13:25 What Cruises to Book or Avoid

15:42 Selling Cruises Without Cruising

17:29 Building Templates Over Time

19:15 Automation Tools and Revenue Boost

21:25 What a Cruise Workflow Automates

24:13 Automate Client Emails

24:56 Workflow Customization Ideas

25:33 Cruise Blueprint Workflows

26:41 Virgin Voyages Example

27:40 Workflow Updates Access

28:04 AI Port Guides With Gamma

31:00 Port Guide Time Savings

32:10 Canva Versus Gamma

33:33 Mighty Networks Community

36:03 Outsource Tasks To VAs

38:14 Finding The Right VA

40:23 Rapid Fire Wrap Up

42:20 Morning Routine And Mexico

Connect with Lindsay:

https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz

https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger

https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com

Connect with Korrine:

Cruise Business Blueprint: https://lindsaydollinger--travelbizboss.thrivecart.com/cruise-business-blueprint/ (my affiliate link) Use code PIXIEDUST for $50 off!

https://www.travelbizboss.com/ @travelbizboss

Want to grow your dream business without working 40+ hours a week? In this episode, Lindsay Dollinger breaks down what you actually need to DO, BELIEVE, and LET GO of to build a profitable, flexible business in less than 20 hours a week. Learn how to focus on revenue-generating tasks, simplify your systems, create content that converts using the CASTLE framework, and shift your mindset around productivity, time, and success.

Connect with Lindsay: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz

https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com

https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger

Feeling like you’re not “experienced enough” to be a travel advisor? You’re not alone.

In this episode, Lindsay Dollinger breaks down how imposter syndrome shows up in the travel industry—and exactly how to overcome it so you can confidently attract clients and grow your travel business.

You’ll learn:

✔ Why you don’t need to be the most traveled person to succeed

✔ What clients actually value (hint: it’s not what you think)

✔ 5 practical strategies to build confidence fast

✔ How to start showing up online—even if you feel “not ready”

✔ The mindset shift that will change everything

If you’ve been holding yourself back from posting, selling, or stepping into your role as a travel advisor—this episode is your sign to go for it.

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Take my lead gen quiz: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz

Grab free resources to grow your business: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/freebies

Info on At Last I See The World Travel: https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com

Connect with Lindsay:

https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger

Travel insurance is one of the most important—and most overlooked—parts of the booking process for travel advisors.

In this episode of Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust, Lindsay Dollinger breaks down exactly why offering travel insurance is a non-negotiable in your travel business, what it actually covers, and how to confidently present it to your clients.

If you’ve ever felt awkward bringing up insurance… had clients decline it… or wondered how to protect yourself legally as a travel advisor—this episode is for you.

✈️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ Why travel insurance is essential for every client booking

✔️ What travel insurance actually covers (and what it doesn’t)

✔️ The difference between travel insurance and credit card coverage

✔️ How to explain insurance in a way that builds trust (not pressure)

✔️ Top travel insurance companies travel advisors should know

✔️ Key differences between policies (and what to point out to clients)

✔️ How to protect yourself if a client declines travel insurance

✔️ Simple scripts to confidently offer travel insurance like a pro

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And remember…

✨ You’re not just booking trips—you’re building a business that creates freedom, income, and unforgettable experiences.

Grab free resources: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/freebies

Check out our travel agency:

https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com

Spring Clean Your Travel Business: How to Get More Clients & Book More Trips 🌸

Is your travel business feeling cluttered, inconsistent, or just not bringing in the bookings you want?

In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, I’m walking you through how to spring clean your travel business so you can attract better clients, simplify your systems, and start booking more trips—without working more hours.

Because here’s the truth:

Most travel advisors don’t need more strategies… they need more clarity.

If you’ve been posting consistently but not seeing results, feeling all over the place in your niche, or stuck in busy work that isn’t actually growing your business—this episode is your reset button.

We’re diving into what to let go of, what to clean up, and what to step into this season so you can move into your next level as a confident, booked-out travel advisor.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

✨ What’s actually holding your travel business back (and what to let go of ASAP)

✨ How to stop posting content that looks pretty but doesn’t convert

✨ Why niching your travel business leads to more bookings (not fewer opportunities)

✨ How to simplify your booking process so clients actually follow through

✨ What your social media bio and messaging should say to attract dream clients

✨ The exact areas to “clean up” for more clarity, confidence, and conversions

✨ What to focus on NOW to increase visibility and consistent inquiries

✨ A simple Spring Clean Challenge to reset your business this week

Key Takeaway:

You don’t need to do more in your travel business—you need to do the right things with clarity and intention.

Resources & Next Steps:

✨ Want help growing your travel business and getting more bookings?

→ Check out ways to work with me below

✨ Curious about becoming a travel agent with my team, At Last I See The World Travel?

→ Learn more here: [INSERT YOUR LINK]

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→ Take a screenshot, share on Instagram, and tag me so I can cheer you on!

Connect with Lindsay:

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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesocialsellingsisterhood

Website: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com

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Cruise Content Library Link: https://programs.steeryourmarketing.com/af/232371507/1166776

Welcome to a special podcast swap / behind-the-scenes episode! Lindsay Dollinger (Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust) and Morgan Speck (Six Figure Brand) sit down for a real conversation about what’s working in business right now—from branding strategy and website basics to lead generation that doesn’t feel sleazy.

Morgan shares how she runs her brand strategy + website design agency with limited work windows, what content consistency looks like in real life, and why your brand should be built to move you toward business goals (not just “look pretty”). Lindsay pulls back the curtain on running a business with a full-time teaching schedule, batching content, and focusing on one lead gen lane at a time—without burnout.

They also dive into why a simple one-page website can be the smartest first step (especially for service providers like travel advisors), how to stop being the “best kept secret,” and how to approach sales with integrity so it feels aligned.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What “strategy-backed branding” actually means (and why it matters)
• Simple, realistic content planning for busy entrepreneurs
• Why a website doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective
• How branding + lead gen work together to create consistent inquiries
• Lead generation without the ick: mindset shifts + practical strategy
• Why “build it and they will come” doesn’t work anymore

Resources + Connect

• Morgan Speck (Spec & Co Creative Studio): Find her on Instagram/Threads at @speckandco + grab her ChatGPT-powered Brand Audit:

www.spechtand.co

www.spechtand.co/audit

instagram.com/spechtand.co

threads.com/@spechtand.co

• Lindsay’s Lead Gen Quiz: www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz
• Connect with Lindsay: @lindsaydollinger (IG/Facebook/TikTok)

It’s my birthday episode! 🎉

Today I’m turning 39, and to celebrate I’m sharing 39 lessons I’ve learned about life, business, travel, and entrepreneurship along the way.

If you’ve been part of my journey for a while, you know it’s been quite the ride. I’ve built businesses, pivoted businesses, hosted retreats, launched memberships, started and renamed podcasts, joined host agencies, and recently launched my own travel agency.

Some lessons I learned the easy way…

Many I learned the very hard way.

But every single one helped shape the business and life I’m building today.

In this episode, I’m sharing 39 honest lessons about entrepreneurship, mindset, marketing, travel, relationships, and creating a life you actually love living.

And fun fact: when this episode goes live, I’ll actually be on a cruise on the Carnival Valor sailing from New Orleans — so if you want to follow along with the adventure, come hang out in my stories!

This episode is part reflection, part pep talk, and part reminder that you don’t have to have everything figured out to start building the life you want.

In This Episode We Talk About:

✨ Why you don’t need permission to start a business

✨ Why done is better than perfect (every time)

✨ The truth about visibility and why most people just need to know you exist

✨ Why email lists are gold and social media is borrowed land

✨ The importance of community, relationships, and networking

✨ Why confidence only comes after action

✨ How to deal with people who don’t support your dreams

✨ Why rest is productive and burnout helps no one

✨ The reality that your dream business will evolve over time

✨ And the biggest reminder of all: build a life you don’t need to escape from

My Favorite Reminder From This Episode

You don’t need everything figured out.

You just need the next step.

Resources & Links

Follow along with my cruise adventures:

📍 Instagram & Facebook: @LindsayDollinger

Interested in becoming a travel advisor?

Explore opportunities with At Last I See The World Travel

If You Loved This Episode:

Please take a screenshot, share it to your stories, and tag me!

It helps more people discover the show.

And if you haven’t yet, leaving a quick review makes a huge difference.

Thanks for being part of the Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust community.

Now go out there, create your magic, and build a life filled with travel, freedom, and purpose ✨

Building a business isn’t just about marketing strategies, social media posts, or sales funnels. The truth is that entrepreneurship is just as much a mental game as it is a business strategy.

In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, Lindsay Dollinger dives into the often-overlooked topic of mindset and mental health in entrepreneurship — and why protecting your mental well-being is essential if you want long-term success.

If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome, comparison, burnout, or the emotional ups and downs of running your own business, this episode is for you.

Lindsay shares real talk about the psychological challenges entrepreneurs face and practical ways to stay grounded while building a business that supports the life you actually want.

Whether you're a travel advisor, online entrepreneur, or someone dreaming about starting your own business, learning to protect your mindset can make the difference between burnout and sustainable success.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why mindset matters just as much as marketing strategy

• The mental health challenges many entrepreneurs face but rarely talk about

• How comparison and perfectionism can sabotage your growth

• Simple ways to protect your energy and avoid burnout

• Why separating your self-worth from your business results is critical

• The importance of community and support as a business owner

• How reconnecting with your “why” can help you stay motivated

Key Takeaway

Your business success isn’t just about tactics and strategies — it’s about the mindset you bring to the journey. Protecting your mental health, setting boundaries, and giving yourself grace will help you build a business that actually supports the life you want to live.

Connect With Lindsay

https://www.lindsaydollinger.com

[email protected]

https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger

Travel Agency:

At Last I See The World Travel

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who could use the reminder that they’re not alone in this journey.

Most travel advisors post beautiful photos — Disney castles, cruise sunsets, European streets — but still hear crickets when it comes to bookings.

In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, travel agency owner Lindsay Dollinger breaks down why pretty travel content alone doesn’t convert and how to create strategic travel marketing content that actually attracts clients.

You’ll learn how to move beyond posting destinations and start creating content that builds trust, positions your expertise, and leads potential travelers to book with you.

Lindsay walks through her CASTLE Content Framework and shares practical examples travel advisors can start using immediately to turn social media posts, emails, and videos into inquiries and bookings.

She also shares tips on batching content, repurposing across platforms, and avoiding burnout while staying visible online.

If you’re a travel advisor, aspiring travel agent, or travel business owner who wants to attract better clients and grow your travel business online, this episode will give you a clear roadmap.

In This Episode:

• Why most travel advisor content doesn’t convert
• The biggest content mistakes travel agents make
• The CASTLE Framework for creating travel content that converts
• Types of travel content that attract ideal clients
• How to handle objections through your content
• Social media vs email marketing for travel advisors
• Content batching and repurposing strategies

Perfect For:

• Travel advisors
• New travel agents
• Travel business owners
• Content marketing for travel agents
• Travel agent marketing strategies

✨ Connect with Lindsay

Travel agency owner of At Last I See The World Travel and host of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, helping women turn their love of travel into real income while building profitable travel businesses.

https://www.lindsaydollinger.com

https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger

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Thinking about becoming a travel agent but not sure where to start? In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, Lindsay Dollinger breaks down the real, behind-the-scenes roadmap from “I love travel” to booking your first client.

You’ll learn how to choose a host agency, understand commission splits, get legally set up, complete supplier training, pick your niche, and start landing clients through conversations—not just posting pretty pictures.

Whether you’re brand new or already an advisor who wants to tighten your foundation, this episode walks you step-by-step through building a real travel business (not a hobby) with systems, strategy, and confidence.

Ready to turn your love of travel into income? Press play. 🌎✨

Want info on joining at Last I See The World Travel LLC?

Head to www.lindsaydollinger.com/travel