Korrine and Theresa chat with Kinaya Pettiford this week about the importance of knowing your numbers. Kinaya is the owner of Atlas & Ledger and helps travel advisors and agency owners with their bookkeeping. She brings a human touch to understanding data and numbers.

To reach Kinaya, email her at [email protected] or visit her on Instagram @atlasandledger

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Discussion:
New in Cruise: Luxurious Yachts, Celebration Key, San Juan Pier
How Luxury Travel Advisors Are Navigating Shifting Booking Patterns

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Explora Journeys Expands Loyalty Program With Online Access and Status Match
Riviera Travel Launches Digital Training Platform for Travel Advisors
Emirates Expands Premium Economy to New Destination
Casa de Campo Unveils Inclusive Summer Package With Free Stays for Kids
Oversized Cruise Ships Continue to Fall Out of Favor in Europe as Another French City Votes to Ban Them
Oman Air Joins Oneworld Alliance
TTC Tour Brands Launches “Price Drop Promise” for 2026

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Discussion:
Making sure your clients feel heard
5 Travel Insurance Mistakes to Avoid This Summer

As heard on Excess Baggage:
U.S. Issues Worldwide Travel Warning for All Americans Traveling Abroad
U.S. and International Airlines Halt Dubai, Mideast Flights Due to Iran-Israel Conflict
Intrepid Travel Acquires Properties in Tasmania and Morocco
JetBlue Adds New Bag Tracking Features to Its Mobile App
Travel Guard Launches LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Initiative
Marriott International Announces Expansion Plans in Africa
Carnival Cruise Line to Launch New Loyalty Program in 2026
You Can Now Fly Directly to One of Europe’s Most Underrated Island Destinations

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Discussion:
9 Places You Can Visit for (Almost) Free on a Stopover Flight
Are you booking or designing travel?

As heard on Excess Baggage:
American Airlines Launches First Touchless ID Lanes
FAA to Cap Flights at Newark Airport Through 2025
Alaska Airlines plans first Europe route, Seattle to Rome
Cruise guests increasingly seek private, premier shore excursions
Carnival Cruise Line Unexpectedly Cancels Sailings
Mexican Navy Steps Up Sargassum Seaweed Collection Efforts in Key Tourist Areas
Classic Vacations Adds Flights, Car Rentals to Advisor Booking Platform
ASTA Touts Win in Nebraska as No New Sales Taxes Are Imposed

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Discussion:
Why Luxury Travelers With $25K+ Budgets Are Turning to Travel Advisors
How Blue Zone Resorts Bring Something Unique to Wellness Travel

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Mount Etna’s Eruption Raises Questions for Summer Travel to Sicily
U.S. State Department Lowers Travel Warning for Jamaica
Hyatt Opens Europe's Newest Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resort
Saint Kitts and Nevis Introduces Effortless Digital Entry
Hawai‘i Passes "Green Fee" for Tourists
Magic Kingdom's new nighttime parade starts July 20
Repaired runway reopens ahead of schedule at Newark Liberty

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Discussion:
Booking on Grandma’s Budget: How Grandparents Are Driving Multi-Gen and Skip-Gen Travel
Most Americans to Stay Domestic for Travel This Summer: Survey

As heard on Excess Baggage:
New Aman Resort is Coming to the Bahamas
Holland America Unveils “Culinary Ambassador” Cruises
Hawaii's accommodations tax will apply to cruise lines
Adventures by Disney adds Switzerland and Greece tours
Lindblad Expeditions to Launch First-Ever European River Expeditions Via Transcend Cruises
Princess Cruises Removes Canned Sodas from Premium Drink Packages
Now Open: SLS Barcelona, the Brand's First in Europe
Flights Will Likely Be Cheaper This Year, According to Airline Insiders—Here’s When to Book for the Best Deals

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The heartbeat of your business can be found in your data and your dollars. This week, Korrine and Theresa discuss why it's crucial not to rely on your host agency when it comes to tools such as email marketing, CRM, and E&O insurance.

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Discussion:
Americans Are Recession-Proofing Their Travel Plans
Summer Travel Trends to Know for 2025

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Victory Cruise Lines Officially Back in Operation
Royal Caribbean Group Cuts Labadee from Itineraries (Again)
Venice Launches Second Year of Day-Tripper Tax
Margaritaville Properties Achieve Autism Double-Checked Certification
Oceania Announces Four Additional 2026 Solar Eclipse Sailings
The TSA will enforce its Real ID requirement starting May 7
Silversea's groundbreaking hotel will elevate luxury for Antarctica cruises

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Mindy Poder and Emma Weissmann from TravelAge West join Korrine and Theresa this week to chat about updates on this year's Future Leaders in Travel which will take place in Anchorage, Alaska.

Applications open later this month, so head to Future Leaders in Travel to sign up for updates!

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Discussion:
A tourism tariff comes into focus
Budgeting vs. Upselling: How Travel Advisors Strike a Balance

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Intrepid Travel Sets Sights on North American Expansion
Frontier taunts Southwest with checked-bag promotion
Women are increasingly filling top roles at large travel agencies
Seven Seas Navigator to Become Residential Cruise Ship
Royal Caribbean Bans Popular Personal Device on Its Private Island Destination
Mountain Lodges of Peru Announces New Three-Day Itineraries
Carnival Cruise Line Enhances GoCCL with Upcoming Payments Tool
Celestyal Discovery Docks in Santorini, First Cruise Ship of the Year

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