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Norway, Baby!

1:05: On the European Union and COVID travel restrictions

3:25: Intro and welcome Jessica Meza Owner of Haugan Cruises

3:56: How are things on the ground in Norway with regard to the pandemic?

4:46: Your yachts are electric! Tell us how that works and feels?

5:42: When people get on your yacht wanting to see the Northern lights, what is the "usual" unusual experience?

7:73: What is one of the most spectacular things that you personally have ever witnessed on one of your cruises?

9:05: What do you think the allure of a private ship is right now, especially after the year we've all just experienced?

10:35: Have you noticed an uptick in people specifically wanting to get away from people en masse?

11:43: What are some of the cool things/special occasions for which people can, or have reserved a cruise?

13:15: Do you ever get any professional photographers, or mostly just Instagram'ers?

14:00: For the average traveler; what's the best way to prepare for some particular destinations, and also to avoid sticker shock?

15:35: This has been awesome Jessica- how can people find you if they want to book, find out more, or even just fuel a dream? https://www.haugancruises.com or @haugancruises on INSTA Facebook and YouTube Or via email: [email protected]

16:00: Thank you Jessica! And thank you for joining us!!

Hidden Peals of Positano at Family Owned Le Sirenuse w/ Antonio Sersale

0:51: Marking the 20th year since 9/11 Ref: Peter's Twitter post

3:15: Intro and welcome Antonio Sersale, family owner of Le Sirenuse!

3:45: Tell us a little about the hotel started?

7:15: Most people can't even have guests in their home for more than a few days; how did you decider to open your family home to everybody?

8:20: It sounds almost to be a labour of love(?)

9:15: You put a lot of care and detail into each unique room, yet never lose the history or charm. How do you make difficult decisions about modernization?

11:00: Positano really has it's own unique soul. As a local, what in your eyes makes it special?

13:30: What are some secrets that people may not know about the hotel, or even Positano in general?

15:48: You mentioned that the hotel has a season; when's the best time to visit?

16:35: How can people find more information on the property? https://sirenuse.it/en/

17:15: Is Le Sirenuse, or Positano in general a good place for weddings?

18:50: Thank you Antonio! And thank you for joining us!!

Ep5 Flying Back from the Pandemic w/ United Airlines' Steve Ross

0:45: Intro and welcome United Airlines Managing Director of Sales, Steve Ross!

1:30: What's the picture looking forward for United at this current time?

2:45: Let's talk out routes. What's coming back soon in terms of long-haul routes?

5:20: So you're in some cases your flying wide-bodied planes with only 25 people on them?

6:40: Do have any idea about the EU entry requirements; when they will be letting people back in?

8:05: Why do you thin the Caribbean and Mexico did so well with re-opening, and even during?

9:20: What are you doing for the mental wellbeing and safety of the Flight Attendants and Pilots who have to deal with all sorts of new issues with the flying public?

12:15: Most of your staff is now vaccinated. Tell us how you're working with those who are not?

14:30: Why are people so comfortable booking w/ United? How your customer service scores still high and climbing?

17:40: Pandemics are an instrument of change in any business. How did United lead the way by deciding to cease charging flight change fees?

20:10: How did your staff feel about implementing those changes?

21:00: On dynamic decision making

22:48: So when are we going to be able to fly in those new electric helicopters?!

23:34: Thank you Steve! And thank you for joining us!!

Celebrating Fifty Years of The Best at Casa de Campo w/ Richard Rodriguez

1:08: On traveling with kids

1:44: Intro and welcome Richie from Casa de Campo

2:22: Explain in you can to us, all that is Casa de Campo

5:06: On the types of travelers love to experience the campus

5:55: On kids activities

6:25: When you speak of safety; what makes it just so comfortable on the property?

7:30: About security and the pandemic Ref: "Casa Cares" program

8:37: What is it about the location that brings out the A-list rich and famous?

10:30: Obviously the weather is amazing; what other water-based activities are there for kids?

11:44: Tell us a little about your villa experience and why families love them so much?

14:28: Tell us just a few other hidden secrets about Casa de Campo

16:11. Why do you think the Dominican Republic has done so well all throughout the pandemic?

18:22: How can people find you? https://www.casadecampo.com.do

19:00: Thank you Richard! And thank you for joining us!!

X8 The Travel Podcast That Takes You Around The World, Beautifully

Stefan Gaessler of The Park Hyatt Doha

0:55: Peter, what is on your travel bucket list?

2:09: Welcome Stefan Gaessler, GM of Park Hyatt Doha

3:30: Tell us little bit about the hotel and what makes the location so special?

5:52: Doha is similar to New York in that there is so much going on, and it's continually growing. Is it a very walkable city; how do people get around?

7:42: There are less than 1million people living in the city, right?

8:08: How does one open a hotel on this scale during a pandemic?

9:14: What kinds of things have you been doing to prepare for tremendous undertaking that is The World Cup?!

10:20: This will be the first time The World Cup has been held in a Middle Eastern country

10:48: On the tech and security infrastructure investment for The World Cup

12:40: We are big fans of The Park Hyatt Brand. What makes it so special?

13:42: Tell us a little bit more about what there is to do nearby, while in Doha?

15:55: We'll be right over!

16:03: Thank you Stefan! And thank you for joining us!!

Galapagos Spirit with Jorge Villalobos

1:15: Intro and welcome Jorge

1:35: For anyone who hasn't been to the Galapagos; tell us a little about what to expect

2:24: What makes chartering a boat so different from the usual travel package?

3:53: Tell us about the privacy and amount of additional safety chartering can provide

5:27: What is a typical day like on a luxury yacht; what can people expect?

7:35: Is there enough to do for those of use who love a variety of activities, and don't necessarily want to spend an entire week on a boat?

9:30: What is one of your secret, or unique things about the Galapagos Islands?

10:47: Is this type of charter safe and fun for families with young children?

11:44: What happens prior to & after your charter, and also the logistics of getting to/from the islands and so on?

13:40: Peter recommends that if you are connecting via Panama- it's probably best to leave your Van Halen records & vocal stylings on Mute.

14:48: On the importance of picking a good time of the year to travel

15:20: A little bit on pricing

17:00: Thank you Jorge! And thank you for joining us!!