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Welcome to Gather and Go, the podcast that helps you plan, sell and lead better trips! Each episode features travel tips, insider information and conversations with experts that will take your travel planning and promotion to the next level. Catch new episodes here twice a month or subscribe in your favorite podcast app.

Serving Your Ideal Tour Customer with Kelsey Tonner

August 30, 2023

Kelsey Tonner of Guest Focus joins the podcast to tell us how tour companies can increase sales by focusing on their ideal guests.

Understanding Travel Insurance with Kelly Sahner

August 16, 2023

Kelly Sahner of Trip Mate joins the podcast to unravel the complicated world of travel insurance and show you how to make the most of it.

Building Friendships Through Travel with Lee Thompson

August 2, 2023

Lee Thompson of Flashpack joins the podcast to tell us how his tour company is using travel to build one million friendships.

The Future of Meaningful Travel with Jessica Flores

July 19, 2023

Jessica Flores of Tourism Cares joins the podcast to tell us how meaningful travel experiences are unlocking a better future for the world.

How to Book a Motorcoach with Luke Busskohl

June 28, 2023

Luke Busskohl of Arrow Stage Lines joins the podcast to tell us how to book a motorcoach and why they’re so expensive.

Seeing the World From a Train with Todd Powell

June 14, 2023

Todd Powell of Vacations By Rail joins this episode of the podcast to discuss the wonders of train travel in the US and beyond.

Taking Groups on Cruises with Anne Davis

May 31, 2023

Anne Davis of Cruises and Tours Worldwide joins this episode of the podcast to help you pick the perfect cruise for your travel group.

Travolution: Cultural Trends That Are Reshaping Tourism

May 17, 2023

Brian Jewell shares insights on how cultural trends are impacting the tourism business on this episode of the Gather and Go podcast.

Taking Better Travel Photos with Stephanie Miller

May 3, 2023

Travel photographer Stephanie Miller joins the podcast to share tips on taking better travel photos and promoting tours with strong images.

Simplifying Online Travel Marketing with Chris Cheetham-West

April 19, 2023

Former Google employer and digital marketing trainer Chris Cheetham-West shares straightforward strategies on this episode of the podcast.

Finding Extraordinary Travel Experiences with Diana Hechler

Finding Extraordinary Travel Experiences with Diana Hechler

April 5, 2023

Travel advisor and author Diana Hechler shares her secrets to uncovering unique experiences on the road.

Finding Extraordinary Travel Experiences with Diana Hechler

The Wide World of Sports Travel with Jay Smith

March 15, 2023

Jay Smith shares how he found his place at the intersection of sports and tourism on this episode of the Gather and Go podcast.

Changing Lives Through Travel with Bola Ibidapo

March 1, 2023

TooFly Foundation founder Bola Idibapo joins the podcast to talk about giving the gift of travel to underprivileged students.

Smarter Tech for Better Trips with Ted Clements

February 15, 2023

WeTravel CEO Ted Clements joins the podcast to talk about how travel planners can use tech tools to reduce work and deliver better experiences.

Taking Gen X on the Road with Andrae Marable

February 3, 2023

Travel entrepreneur Andrae Marable joins the podcast to share how he built a successful tour company for travelers in their 30s and 40s.

All About Travel Advisors with Emma Weissmann and Jamie Biesiada

January 18, 2023

Travel journalists and Trade Secrets hosts Emma Weissmann and Jamie Biesiada join the podcast to discuss travel advisors’ role in tourism.

Where Travel Meets Learning with Tonya Matthews

December 14, 2022

International African American Museum president Tonya Matthews joins the podcast to talk about inviting people into moving experiences.

Troubleshooting Travel Problems with Christopher Elliott

November 30, 2022

Consumer advocate Christopher Elliott joins the podcast to talk about how to protect yourself and your customers from common travel problems.

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