What happens after the vacation ends?

In Episode 12 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter pulls back the curtain on life as a travel specialist and explains how personal travel experiences directly shape the advice, recommendations, and planning strategies used to help clients travel smarter.From airport frustrations and resort realities to hidden gems and travel mistakes, this episode explores how real-world travel experience becomes the “secret weapon” behind great vacation planning.Because the best travel advisors don’t just book trips…
they live them too.Plus:
Why working with an experienced travel advisor can help travelers avoid saying:
“I wish I would have known…”

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Travel scams have evolved — and many tourists don’t realize how modern they’ve become.

In Episode 11 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter talks about the new generation of travel scams targeting tourists around the world.From fake QR codes and rideshare tricks to aggressive “free gift” scams and fake public Wi-Fi networks, this episode explains how travelers can stay aware, protect themselves, and avoid becoming easy targets without becoming paranoid.Because travel should feel exciting…
not stressful.

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Traveling for a major sporting event sounds exciting…until you realize the normal rules of travel completely disappear.

In Episode 10 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter talks about the REAL costs and hidden challenges of traveling for marathons, NFL games, championships, Formula 1 races, and major sporting events.From surge hotel pricing and impossible restaurant reservations to road closures, transportation chaos, and supporting someone competing in a marathon, this episode dives into what travelers should REALLY expect before booking these trips.Because event travel isn’t just a vacation…
it’s a strategy.

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Social media changed travel forever…but not always in good ways.

In Episode 9 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter talks about vacation oversharing, privacy risks, influencer culture, travel envy, and why so many people forget to stay present during the actual experience.This episode also ties together the biggest lessons from the series so far — and explains why experienced travel advisors remain one of the most valuable “secret weapons” in travel planning.Because sometimes the smartest part of travel…
is having someone guide you through it.

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AI is changing the way people plan vacations…but should travelers trust it completely?

In Episode 8 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter breaks down the pros and cons of using AI for travel planning.From fake pricing and missing fine print to hidden fees and the value of real human expertise, this episode explores where AI helps travelers — and where it can still go very wrong.Because sometimes the cheapest online “deal” isn’t actually the smartest vacation decision.

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Trying to “see everything” on vacation might actually ruin the vacation
.In Episode 7 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter talks about travel burnout, overpacked itineraries, vacation exhaustion, and why slowing down can actually make trips MORE memorable.From nonstop schedules to social media pressure, this episode explores why travelers often forget the point of vacation in the first place:
to actually enjoy it.Because vacations shouldn’t feel like unpaid overtime.

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Social media makes every destination look magical…
but reality doesn’t always match the Instagram post.
In Episode 6 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter talks about overrated attractions, influencer expectations, crowded tourist traps, and why some of the best travel memories happen in places nobody talks about online.Because sometimes the internet sells the fantasy…
not the actual experience.

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Tourists make easy targets — especially when they’re distracted, overwhelmed, or carrying valuables in all the wrong places.
In Episode 5 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter talks about common travel scams, pickpocket tricks, protecting your passport and phone, and how to stay aware without becoming paranoid.Because nothing ruins vacation memories faster than losing your wallet in a crowded tourist area.

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Think travel is only for wealthy people? Think again.
In Episode 4 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter breaks down one of the biggest myths in the travel world — that vacations are only for people with unlimited money.From payment plans and cruising affordably to travel rewards, off-season travel, and smarter budgeting, this episode explores how everyday people make travel possible without luxury-level budgets.Because travel isn’t about being rich.
It’s about priorities, planning, and creating memories that actually matter.

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Cheap travel deals can look amazing online…
until the hidden fees, bad flights, and stressful experiences start piling up.
In Episode 3 of the “I Wish I Would Have Known…” series, Scott Showalter breaks down why the cheapest trip isn’t always the best value.From airfare traps and hidden resort fees to knowing when it’s actually worth spending a little more, this episode helps travelers understand the difference between “cheap” and “smart.”Because saving money on vacation means nothing if the experience becomes miserable.

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