Travel You Can Trust

In this special live edition of Travel You Can Trust, we honor Global Travel Advisor Day 2026 with a dynamic conversation featuring some of the most influential voices in the travel industry. Hosted by Alvin Adriano and Michael Schottey, this episode showcases powerful insights on the role of travel advisors in today’s evolving global landscape, why earning your ASTA Verified Travel Advisor (VTA)...

In this latest episode of  Travel You Can Trust , we bring you a timely and important conversation focused on fair compensation, professionalism and the future of the travel advisor industry.   The podcast is hosted by Michael Schottey, Vice President of Membership, Marketing and Communications at ASTA, alongside co-host Alvin Adriano, ASTA’s Director of Education.   This episode features Alex Sha...

Looking Back at 2025: A Conversation with ASTA President and CEO Zane Kerby As 2025 comes to a close,  Travel You Can Trust  takes a moment to reflect on a year of progress, challenges and momentum for the travel advisor community and the industry at large. Hosted by Michael Schottey, Vice President of Membership, Marketing and Communications at ASTA, and Margo Van Ness, Director of Communications...

In this episode of  Travel You Can Trust , we’re shining a spotlight on how ASTA’s business development team and events calendar are driving growth and creating opportunities for advisors and partners across the industry. Hosted by Michael Schottey, Vice President of Membership, Marketing and Communications at ASTA, and Alvin Adriano, Director of Education, this conversation explores the strategy...

In this episode of Travel You Can Trust , we’re pulling back the curtain on the future of corporate travel with an insider look at ASTA’s latest initiative: ASTA Corporate. Hosted by Michael Schottey, Vice President of Membership, Marketing & Communications at ASTA, and Alvin Adriano, Director of Education, this conversation delivers rich insights into both leisure and business travel—and why...

In this special live edition of  Travel You Can Trust , we honor  Global Travel Advisor Day 2025  with a dynamic conversation featuring some of the most influential voices in the travel industry.  Hosted by Alvin Adriano and Michael Schottey, this episode showcases powerful insights on the role of travel advisors in today’s evolving global landscape. Featured guests include: Zane Kerby,  President...

In this episode of  Travel You Can Trust , hosts Michael Schottey and Alvin Adriano shine a spotlight on the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) and its vital role in advocating for travel advisors and the traveling public.  They’re joined by Jay Ellenby, former ASTA Board Chair and President of Safe Harbors Travel Group, and Jessica Klement, ASTA’s Vice President of Advocacy, for a deep di...

In this episode of  Travel You Can Trust , hosts  Michael Schottey  and  Alvin Adriano  dive into the critical role of  professional travel advisors  in creating seamless and unforgettable travel experiences. They’re joined by two powerhouse guests:  Jackie Friedman, President of Nexion Travel Group & Chair of the ASTA Board of Directors , and  Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, President & CEO of Collett...

Welcome to  Travel You Can Trust , the official podcast of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA). Hosted by Michael Schottey and Alvin Adriano, this podcast takes you behind the scenes of the travel industry, uncovering the vital role of professional travel advisors in ensuring seamless, secure, and unforgettable journeys.  Join industry leaders, including Zane Kerby (ASTA President &...