Gather and Go with Brian Jewell

How does a regional family tour business become a trendsetting leader in the global tourism marketplace? On this episode of Gather and Go, Jaclyn Leibl-Cote shares the secrets to Collette’s success and tells us how her company uses customer feedback to pioneer new tourism experiences that influence the entire travel industry. She also tells us what it was like to grow up in travel and go on...

Can group travel experiences broaden people’s horizons and help foster greater cultural understanding? Cheryl Hargrove thinks so. On this episode of the Gather and Go podcast, the Hargrove International founder and cultural travel expert shares her perspective on how authentic cultural experiences can make good trips great. She also talks about how CVBs and DMOs can assist tour planners in c...

How do you turn your niche travel passion into a viable travel business? On this episode of the Gather and Go podcast, Scott Brodsky of Country Heritage Tours tells the story of how his family turned a love of quilting into a thriving tour company. He also shares insights on how he has leveraged marketing and technology skills to take the business to the next level. Plus, we have news about air tr...

If you’re like most travelers, you’ve likely experienced some sticker shock when shopping for hotel rooms recently. On this episode of Gather and Go podcast, we talk with Hannah Smith of hospitality research firm STR, who explains what’s driving room rates, how inflation factors into the equation and what travel planners can expect for hotel prices in the next few years. Plus, we...

You may not realize it, but young adults are embracing group travel like never before… and for reasons you may not expect. On this episode of the Gather and Go podcast, we talk with Ian Kynor of The Travel Corporation, who explains the changing face of group travel and tells us why his company’s Contiki brand, which specializes in tours for the 18-35 age group, is emphasizing the group...

On the premiere episode of Gather and Go with Brian Jewell, Terry Dale of the United States Tour Operators Association shares lessons he has learned about navigating challenging times in tourism. Plus, Brian shares a Road Tip about emergency preparation and a Hot Minute on the most important travel phone calls you’re probably not making. To learn more about Terry Dale and USTOA, visit https:...

From the people who bring you The Group Travel Leader comes a new podcast, Gather and Go with Brian Jewell! If you’re involved in planning, promoting or leading travel, this is a show you won’t want to miss. On each episode, we’ll share expert insights from our decades in travel and feature conversations with some of the most creative, innovative and fascinating people from aroun...