About the Guest:

Jeff Verlotta has a long history in the travel industry. He started his career as a Diving instructor onboard NCL ships in the 1980s.

He transitioned into sales and has worked for various cruise lines and tour operators. He began his career in travel sales in Chicago but moved to Florida in 2006 to continue his career.

In his free time, Jeff spends time on the ocean. He is an avid boater, diver, and fisherman.

About the Show:

Jeff introduces himself and the history of Globusbrand. Originating in Locarno, Switzerland, as local boat tours on the lake, it's now in its 96th year operating special and exclusive tours and experiences around the globe. Jeff goes on to explain the expanded brands (Cosmos and Avalon River Race). Globus' speciality lies in providing fully escorted and set itinerary tours spanning short independent stays to longer near month-long extended excursions.

A truly global brand, they boast over 500 different itineraries worldwide including Africa and South America.

Some explanation is shared around how an itinerary is set up with food and drinks and experiences at your chosen locations always focused on elite levels of comfort never falling below 4 star hotels and should you wish for a more nature-driven experience, enjoy "Glamping" with all amenities provided.

If you're more interested in river cruises, Avalon is their flagship brand and he goes into details as to what you can expect from them.

Further into the episode, Jeff covers the Globus conservation and sustainability programme they have deeply embedded within their company's functionality, ranging from reforestation efforts to supporting and educating locals into the travel industry - going so far as to potentially work within the Avalon branch of the business.

Chapters:

Introduction to Jeff Verlotta - 00:00

Sustainability in Travel: The Lighthouse Project - 08:32

Small Group Discoveries: A New Travel Experience - 15:18

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About the Guest:

Jennifer Thorson is the National Account Manager with Tauck and has been here for 28 years. Jennifer started as a Tour Director in 1996.

2025 marks a milestone year for Tauck, and we are excited to offer some limited-time savings. I encourage you to travel with Tauck in its centennial year!

There are special savings for podcast listeners for bookings of podcast listeners if they are made by 11/30/24.

Call Tourwithorit for a special promotion!

About the Show:

In this engaging conversation, Orit Rindner speaks with Jennifer Thorson from Tauck, a family-owned travel company with a rich history since 1925. Jennifer shares her extensive experience in the travel industry and highlights Tauck's unique offerings, including immersive travel experiences, high-quality accommodations, and a focus on customer satisfaction. The discussion also covers Tauck's appeal to seasoned travellers, special promotions, and the company's commitment to providing exceptional travel experiences.

Takeaways

• Jennifer has been in the travel industry for a long time.
• Tauck has been in business since 1925.
• The company focuses on unique travel experiences.
• Tauck has a high repeat factor among guests.
• Travel itineraries are carefully curated and evolve over time.
• Tauck offers exclusive premium experiences not available to the public.
• The average age of Tauck travellers is around 62.
• Tauck does not discount but offers special promotions.
• Travelers can expect high-quality accommodations with Tauck.
• Tauck provides a first-class travel experience with fewer people.

Chapters

00:00: Introduction to Jennifer Thorson and Tauck

01:57: Exploring Tauck's Unique Travel Experiences

06:07: Understanding Tauck's Appeal to Travelers

09:08: Tauck's Special Offers and Promotions

11:00: Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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About the Episode:

In this conversation, Orit Rindner interviews Catherine Gorman from MedJet, discussing the unique services MedJet offers, including medical transport and crisis response. Catherine shares insights on the importance of having travel insurance and MedJet, notable success stories, and the impact of the pandemic on travel trends. The discussion highlights the significance of having protection while travelling and the various surprisingly affordable membership options available through MedJet.

Episode Takeaways

• MedJet started as a membership program for travellers needing medical transport.
• Travel insurance does not cover transport to a hospital at home, which MedJet does.
• Crisis and security response services are crucial for travellers in unsafe situations.
• Post-pandemic, travellers are more concerned about health and safety.
• MedJet has seen a significant increase in transport since the pandemic.
• All travellers, regardless of age, can benefit from MedJet services.
• Notable success stories include life-saving medical transports from abroad.
• Memberships are affordable, starting at $99 for short-term coverage.
• MedJet provides peace of mind for travellers in emergencies.
• It's essential to have travel protection, especially in unpredictable times.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to MedJet and Katherine Gorman

02:02 - Understanding MedJet's Unique Services

05:08 - Crisis and Security Response in Travel

08:03 - Trends in Travel Post-Pandemic

11:59 - How MedJet Operates and Membership Benefits

15:03 - Promotions and Membership Pricing

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Check it out and travel with peace of mind.

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