This week, Becky and Jake are back with another hilarious mix of travel tales, rants, and revelations! Becky kicks things off with her latest book obsession before the pair dive into flight frustrations — from kids without headphones to people yanking on the seat in front. Jake shares a side-splitting story about accidentally smuggling a tin of beans through airport security, and Becky reveals how she managed to lose not one but two pairs of Gucci sunglasses (and an AirPod!) on her travels.

The duo also debate missing row 13s, Ryanair’s sassiest social post yet, and give their unfiltered advice to a new travel agent listener — with, as always, questionable helpfulness. Expect laughs, chaos, and a dose of brutally honest travel chat.

✈️ Highlights include:

• Jake’s “bean gate” airport disaster
• Becky’s lost designer sunglasses (again!)
• The truth about missing row 13s on planes and ships
• Ryanair’s savage tattoo comeback
• Real talk on growing up, working hard, and making it in travel

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Becky and Jake are back with another laugh-out-loud episode of The Becky Show, diving headfirst into the realities of expat life and what it’s really like living abroad. From dodgy drama teachers to expat horror stories, the duo share personal tales, play an airport code guessing game, and swap mind-bending travel trivia.

Expect chaos, candid confessions, and some truly wild stories—from hostel life in Cuba to conversations with locals in Vietnam. Plus, find out which city has more canals than Venice and which country has no mosquitoes (you’ll never guess!).

If you’ve ever wondered what travel agents really talk about when they’re off-duty, this is your backstage pass. 🌍✈️

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In this week’s episode of Tales of a Travel Agent, Jake and Becky are joined by the incredible Claire Brighton, Head of the Association of Touring and Adventure Suppliers (ATAS). Known as the “Queen of Adventure Travel,” Claire shares her fascinating journey from failing her A-levels to leading one of travel’s most exciting sectors.

The trio dive into everything from the growth of touring and adventure holidays to why travel agents shouldn’t be afraid of selling them. Expect laughs, insider industry chat, and some brilliantly funny stories – including Claire’s unforgettable “slip of the tongue” moment on a trip to Morocco and a shocking balcony incident.

They also chat about:

✨ Why touring isn’t just for coach holidays

🌍 Family adventures vs. kids’ clubs

💡 How TV shows like Race Across the World inspire travel trends

🎥 The importance of real, unpolished content in travel marketing

And, of course, Becky puts Claire through her paces with a tricky travel quiz — but who comes out on top?

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In this hilariously chaotic episode, Becky and Jake kick off with some unexpected compliments, supplier shoutouts, and a chat about why Jetset deserves more love. The duo debate airport-themed travel shops (bad idea), the future of group travel, and why travel agents should be thinking like influencers.

Jake shares his upcoming BBC radio appearance to talk work uniforms, while Becky recounts a terrifying dingo encounter in the Australian outback that left her frozen in fear. There’s also talk of WhatsApp marketing, lounge perks, and — somehow — Jane Goodall, Netflix, and venomous fish.

It’s another wild ride full of travel talk, industry insights, and Becky’s unbelievable life stories.

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In this laugh-out-loud episode, Jake and Becky dive into everything from The Devil Wears Prada 2 to near-death “fun,” ethical safaris, and why conservation isn’t always what it seems. Becky shares her latest book obsession, her run-in with Tanzanian police (and a suspicious roll of cash), and a terrifying standoff with a London fox. Meanwhile, Jake admits to a newfound fear of flying and rants about greenwashing in travel. Expect chaotic tangents, travel confessions, and a lot of unsolicited life advice along the way.

Send your stories to [email protected] and don’t forget to vote in the great Jake vs Becky debate!

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A listener email sparks a big conversation about how to choose the right host agency — from spotting MLM-style traps to finding genuine support and community. Plus, the rivalry continues with an all-important poll: Who would you rather travel with — Becky or Jake?

It’s a fun, unfiltered, and laugh-out-loud look at travel life, industry truths, and total nonsense in between.

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In this episode, Becky returns from the Expedition Cruise Network Conference with wild stories — including being dragged on stage for The Price is Right to win a £22k Antarctic cruise cabin! Jake and Becky dive into the collapse of Classic Collection and share what really happened while Jake was in Marbella with the team when the news broke.

The pair also tackle the upcoming Entry/Exit System chaos, talk about the end of print magazines in the travel trade, and explore fascinating ocean facts — from 16,000-year-old sea creatures to Becky’s insane night dive in Zanzibar (involving sardines… lots of them).

As always, expect laughs, chaos, and unfiltered chat from your favourite travel industry duo.

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We're back with a jam-packed episode! Jake and Becky celebrate six months of the podcast with plenty of laughs, rants, and travel chaos. From Ryanair’s brutally savage tweets to low-cost airline disasters, baggage claim frustrations, and why people STILL can’t remember their seat numbers — we cover it all.

Becky shares a wild story from Bangkok involving a ping pong show gone very, very wrong 😳, while Jake recalls Jamaica’s water trampoline fails and a hilarious banana boat moment. We also dive into cruise industry drama, including shocking commission disputes, accessibility challenges, and why travel agents need to prepare NOW for upcoming 2027 launches.

And yes… we talk liquid rules, Lumi Spa “vibrator” mix-ups, and a few travel tips you won’t want to miss!

🎙️ Listen now for chaos, laughter, and some seriously unexpected travel tales!

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In this jam-packed episode, Jake and Becky dive into the world of ski holidays — from beginner-friendly slopes to luxury resorts, insider tips on selling ski packages, and why travel agents shouldn’t be afraid of the jargon. They also discuss the rise of niche travel markets, including a fascinating listener email from a U.S. agent helping plus-size travellers navigate cruises, theme parks, and the “will I even fit?” moments of travel.

But that’s not all — things get competitive as Jake takes on Becky’s ultimate travel numbers quiz. Expect plenty of wrong answers, unexpected facts, and a lot of laughs as they tackle questions about world time zones, UNESCO heritage sites, the Eiffel Tower, and more.

If you love travel industry insights, funny stories, and a bit of chaos, this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to send your stories to [email protected]

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