The TIN Lounge

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com On this episode of Advisor Highlight, Korrine and Theresa sit down with Aashima Ratti, of AR Travels, to talk about her passion for accessible travel and how she went from caring about the issue to actively pushing the industry to make it a priority. You can find Aashima on Instagram @bonvoyaash

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: AI Isn’t Replacing Travel Advisors, It’s Empowering Them to Do More Finding your niche: Strategies for travel advisors As heard on Excess Baggage: As Weather Anxiety Grows, Sensible Weather Expands Internationally Seabourn Quest Completes Most Extensive Refit in Luxury Line's History ASTA makes its H...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: The Travel Industry Is Training Clients to Price Shop — And Doesn’t Realize It A New Study Decodes the Mindset of ‘Indulgent Explorers’ As heard on Excess Baggage: Rare Hantavirus Outbreak Kills Three Aboard Oceanwide Expeditions Ship TTC Tour Brands Expands Australia and New Zeal...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Travel Industry’s Biggest Marketing Mistake Isn’t Strategy, It’s Separation These Are the Trends Driving Luxury Travel According to Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group As heard on Excess Baggage: Tauck Expands 2027 Domestic Travel Collection with New National Park Tours AmaWaterways Chr...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Editorial: Strategic Hiring Is Key for Continued Success The trust gap in agentic commerce and AI booking As heard on Excess Baggage: Backroads is USTOA’s Newest Active Member Smithsonian Journeys Unveils Weeklong DISCOVER Getaways Collection Delta to introduce new business-class suite next year Ai...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: WHERE DO WE GO from here? More Than Half of Travelers Now Say They Use AI for Travel Planning — the Largest Behavioral Shift in a Decade As heard on Excess Baggage: MSC Cruises Repositions MSC World Europa for Winter 2026-27 US-Europe Summer Travel Demand Continues To Drop Cruise Lines Pull Tracy A...

Hawai'i has always been a popular destination for travelers looking for adventure, romance, beautiful scenery, and more. This week, Korrine and Theresa speak with Robyn Basso from the Hawai'i Visitors and Convention Bureau about why people are drawn to this destination, the latest updates, online resources for travel advisors, and how we can be stewards of this magical place. See omnystudio.com/li...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Does Travel Insurance Cover Weather Delays and Civil Unrest? Expert Tips for Stranded Travelers When Disruption Hits: Defining the Travel Advisor’s Role Travel advisors in action during the Mexico crisis Know your responsibilities with Mexico-bound clients See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Open Mic: Top Marketing Tips for Travel Advisors What Airline Passenger Rights Don't Cover — And Why Travel Insurance Fills the Gap As heard on Excess Baggage: Regent Seven Seas Cruises Unveils New Collection of Pre/Post Land Programs Virgin Voyages Pokes Fun at Other Cruise Lines’ Dress Code...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com On this episode of Advisor Highlight, Korrine and Theresa sit down with Crystal Armstrong to hear all about her business, her goals, and her definition of success. And we get to hear all about her experience being on Below Deck! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Cruising Into 2026: Data Reveals Longer, Smarter Cruise Planning Destinations Emerging Onto the Spotlight in 2026 As heard on Excess Baggage: Royal Caribbean Extends Labadee Cancellations (Again) ASTA Recovers Nearly $15K in Unpaid Hotel Commissions with New Initiative Active England introduces tour bran...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: If You’re Using AI to Plan Your Travel, Beware These 4 Common Mistakes the Bots Keep Making After Eastern Caribbean airspace closure, the industry assists stranded travelers As heard on Excess Baggage: Tour operators tap into surge in event-centric travel Luxury Gold's new Scotland tour: Charming h...

We can't believe it's the end of 2025 already, and we've loved having you along with us this year. See you all again in the new year! Happy Holidays! Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Help rebuild Jamaica, and get a gift from Travel Biz Boss: https://travelbizboss.thrivecart.com/mapping-your-message/ Follow Kate @travelprotheory to learn ways to use AI to help you in your travel business.  She’s a genius! Discussion: Should You Use AI for Travel Planning? Expedia Survey Shows Importanc...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Report: Business Travel Boosts Younger Gen Lifestyles How Advisors Can Help Clients During the Government Shutdown As heard on Excess Baggage: Cruise Ship Size Limits Officially Set for French Riviera Ports Nobu Announces Destinations for Two New Hotels Travel Experts Advisors Forecast Flat Winter &mdash...

On this unmissable episode of Advisor Highlight, we have a conversation with Teneka Hughey who is the founder of Green Book Vacations. She was a government travel agent for over 20 years before launching her own travel agency for leisure travel in 2019. Listen in to learn the story of how she chose the name for her agency and what she has planned for the future of her business. It was a joy to spe...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: New Travel Industry Event Shines Light on Advisors From Cold-cations to Concerts: What’s Hot (and Cool) in Travel Now As heard on Excess Baggage: Europe Relaxes Liquid Rules at Some Airports ‘Love Boat’ Cast to Reunite on Themed Cruise Aboard Regal Princess Teldar Travel Launches in U.S...

Korrine and Theresa chat with Kinaya Pettiford this week about the importance of knowing your numbers. Kinaya is the owner of Atlas & Ledger and helps travel advisors and agency owners with their bookkeeping. She brings a human touch to understanding data and numbers. To reach Kinaya, email her at kinaya@atlasandledger.com or visit her on Instagram @atlasandledger See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: New in Cruise: Luxurious Yachts, Celebration Key, San Juan Pier How Luxury Travel Advisors Are Navigating Shifting Booking Patterns As heard on Excess Baggage: Explora Journeys Expands Loyalty Program With Online Access and Status Match Riviera Travel Launches Digital Training Platform for Travel Advisor...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Making sure your clients feel heard 5 Travel Insurance Mistakes to Avoid This Summer As heard on Excess Baggage: U.S. Issues Worldwide Travel Warning for All Americans Traveling Abroad U.S. and International Airlines Halt Dubai, Mideast Flights Due to Iran-Israel Conflict Intrepid Travel Acquires Propert...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: 9 Places You Can Visit for (Almost) Free on a Stopover Flight Are you booking or designing travel? As heard on Excess Baggage: American Airlines Launches First Touchless ID Lanes FAA to Cap Flights at Newark Airport Through 2025 Alaska Airlines plans first Europe route, Seattle to Rome Cruise guests incr...

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Why Luxury Travelers With $25K+ Budgets Are Turning to Travel Advisors How Blue Zone Resorts Bring Something Unique to Wellness Travel As heard on Excess Baggage: Mount Etna’s Eruption Raises Questions for Summer Travel to Sicily U.S. State Department Lowers Travel Warning for Jamaica Hyatt Opens E...

Find us on social media:  Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Booking on Grandma’s Budget: How Grandparents Are Driving Multi-Gen and Skip-Gen Travel Most Americans to Stay Domestic for Travel This Summer: Survey As heard on Excess Baggage: New Aman Resort is Coming to the Bahamas Holland America Unveils “Culinary Ambassador” Cruises Hawaii'...

The heartbeat of your business can be found in your data and your dollars. This week, Korrine and Theresa discuss why it's crucial not to rely on your host agency when it comes to tools such as email marketing, CRM, and E&O insurance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find us on social media: Facebook & Instagram Email us: hello@thetinlounge.com Discussion: Americans Are Recession-Proofing Their Travel Plans Summer Travel Trends to Know for 2025 As heard on Excess Baggage: Victory Cruise Lines Officially Back in Operation Royal Caribbean Group Cuts Labadee from Itineraries (Again) Venice Launches Second Year of Day-Tripper Tax Margaritaville Properties Achi...