
Gather and Go makes you a more successful group travel pro.
Whether you own a thriving tour company or are just starting on your group travel journey, this is the travel podcast you can’t afford to miss. Every two weeks, veteran group travel journalist Brian Jewell interviews tourism innovators, experts and thought leaders who share insights to help you grow your group travel program — and your profits.
Plus, you’ll also get tourism news you won’t hear anywhere else, along with clever travel hacks and hot takes on the biggest issues facing group travel planners every day.
Surfing and Beer? There’s a Tour For That.
SurfYogaBeer founder Mantas Zvinas joins to podcast to share how he built a fitness-and-fun tour company for burnt-out professionals.
Revealed: Black Travel’s Hidden Heroes
David Jackson of The Group Book Experience joins the podcast to tell stories of Black travel’s historic pioneers — and why they still matter.
Now is the Time to Get Into Student Travel
Student tour operator Gaurav Namit joins the podcast to explain why youth travel is thriving in 2025 and how you can be part of it.
The “Super Spenders” Shaping Group Travel… and How to Reach Them
Anna Cashman of GetYourGuide joins the podcast to share exciting new data on how to identify and sell to the best group travel customers.
Can AI Make You A Better Guide?
Veteran tour director and tech enthusiast Micky Kandola joins the podcast to share how AI is making life better for him and his customers.
Are You Missing This Major Market Segment?
Plus-size travel personality Jeff Jenkins joins the podcast to share how to grow business by embracing travelers of all sizes.
Fix Your Brand Story… or Fall Behind
Travel entrepreneurs fail to tell their brand stories. Communications pro Justin Brady shares solutions on this episode of the podcast.
And… ACTION: Video Tips to Sell More Trips
Video storyteller Tony Gnau joins the podcast to share how travel promoters can boost their businesses with smart video strategies.
Adult Group Tours Aren’t Dying… Here’s Proof!
Gen X tour operator Brent Dalrymple joins the podcast to share how adult group travel has changed and why his companies are thriving.
BONUS: Unlock India for Your Travel Tribe
Travel Scope India founder Mohan Narayaswamy joins the podcast to share the secrets of planning group trips to this fascinating country.
Your Ads Don’t Work… Here’s How To Fix Them
Travel marketing guru Marica Mackenroth Brewster joins the podcast to share tips on making advertising work for tourism companies.
Don’t Fall Into These Travel Business Fiascos
Legal woes, chargebacks and more — Travel Industry Solutions founder Sheila Folk joins the podcast to share tips on travel’s biggest risks.
“Tourist” Isn’t a Dirty Word
Travel journalist Paige McClanahan joins the podcast to share why she’s excited by “the new tourist” — and how you can be one.
BONUS: Don’t Miss This New England Travel Treasure
Discover a one-stop solution for fall foliage tours of New England in this bonus podcast episode sponsored by White Mountain Hotel and Resort.
The Secret to Magical Europe Trips in 2025
Sandra Weinacht of Inside Europe joins the podcast to share her secrets to creating magical moments on European tours.
Sell More Travel: Insights From a Social Pro
Social media entrepreneur Shanay Braxton joins the podcast to share how travel pros can leverage the influencer economy to increase sales.
Winning Tours for Every Age Group
Tour operator Kyle Campbell joins the podcast to share how she builds tours that attract — and thrill — travelers form different generations.
BONUS: Finding Your Fun in Coastal Mississippi
Zach Holifield of Coastal Mississippi joins the podcast to share insiders tips to great Gulf Coast tours and offer a free trip giveaway.
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