Steve Lima, vice president of growth for U.S. and Latin America for G Adventures, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about some fantastic results for fiscal year 2025, the successful introduction of new forms of touring for solo and luxury travelers, and the hot new destinations that are booking well for the company. For more information, visit www.gadventures.com. 

Karen Yeates, executive vice president-travel technology for Signature Travel Network , talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s Signature Owners Meeting at Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego about the newest technology she and her team has helped develop for the travel agency cooperative. From database innovations to a new Storybook selling tool, Yeates keeps Signature members on the cutting edge of travel technology. For more information, visit www.joinsignaturetravelnetwork.com.

Cory Carlson, regional commercial director for Four Seasons, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report, about the brand-new Naples Beach Club-A Four Seasons Resort in Florida. With luxury accommodations, innovative restaurants, a large spa and a championship golf course, Naples Beach Resort is certain to quickly become a must-stay property on Florida’s West Coast. For more information, visit www.fourseasons.com. 

Karryn Christopher, newly named as president Signature Travel Network, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s Signature Owners Meeting in San Diego about her new role at the travel agency cooperative, running it with CEO Alex Sharpe. Christopher, of course, is no stranger to Signature having spent more 24 years with the group, most recently as executive vice president-marketing and preferred partnerships. She also details the newest marketing and preferred partner programs. For more information, visit www.joinsignaturetravelnetwork.com.

Francisco Blanch, director of leisure sales at Discover Puerto Rico, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report during the ASTA Caribbean Showcase about how easy it is for U.S. travelers to visit the destination as well as the many support programs available to travel advisors. He also highlights Puerto Rico’s air and cruise access, long holiday season, travel advisor rewards program, natural beauty, and diverse culinary experiences. For more information, visit www.discoverpuertorico.com. 

Alex Sharpe, CEO of Signature Travel Network, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week’s Signature Owners Meeting in San Diego at Hotel Del Coronado about the state of the travel agency cooperative and how it just adjusted its executive ranks. Sharpe also details the newest marketing and technology programs for member agencies, as well as how Signature sees the evolving travel market. For more information, visit www.joinsignaturetravelnetwork.com. 

Fabrizzio Gaggio, co-CEO of Starhotels, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month’s Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas about his growing luxury and premium hotel group with properties throughout Italy, the U.K. and even New York. For more information, visit www.starhotels.com. 

Gary Sadler, executive vice president of sales and industry relations at Sandals Resorts, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report during the ASTA Caribbean Showcase at Sandals South Coast in Jamaica about the brand’s commitment to travel advisors and the commission opportunities they provide. Sadler shares a real advisor success story, discusses education, fam trips, resort reinvestment and how Sandals continues to differentiate itself from its competitors. For more information, visit www.sandals.com. 

Michelle Bentubo, chief operating officer of Virgin Voyages, talks with Alan Fine of Insider Travel Report aboard Brilliant Lady ahead of her “Mermaiden” voyage on Sept. 5 about the ship’s new features, entertainment lineup and expanded itineraries. She shares updates on purpose-built changes on the ship for passage through the Panama Canal and colder climates like Alaska, new dining and public spaces, and the commission-friendly tools and themed sailings designed to help travel advisors grow their business. For more information, visit www.FirstMates.com  and www.VirginVoyages.com. 

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Rodrigo Esponda, managing director of Los Cabos Tourism Board, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's Virtuoso Travel Week about the latest news on luxury hotels, attractions and experiences in Los Cabos. Positioned now as an upscale resort destination, Los Cabos is actively promoting to luxury travel advisors and their clients. For more information, visit www.visitloscabos.travel.