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In this episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury travelling with Kim Vaughan of Viking Cruises. An international strategic senior travel professional with 20 years of experience innovating and creating profitable and successful product for multimillion-dollar companies across diverse portfolios. Kim has worked extensively across Africa, Europe, South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand in diverse roles Read More The post 58. Kim Vaughan – Viking Cruises appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury travelling with Jen Pagett National Accounts Manager Australia of UniWorld Boutique River Cruises Experienced account manager, who has a demonstrated history of working in the leisure, travel & tourism industry. I have exceeded sales targets, developed and implemented sales and marketing strategies and excel at training and facilitation. Read More The post 57. Jen Pagett – UniWorld Boutique River Cruises appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury travelling with Susie Coughlin of Globus Family of Brands. Susie Coughlin – Regional Sales Manager for the Globus family of brands. With over 30 years’ experience in Sales for coach touring and river cruising companies, Susie has a thorough knowledge and understanding of all things coach and river Read More The post 56. Susie Coughlin – Globus Family of Brands appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this episode, Luxury Travel Podcast’s Allen Suss discusses Railbookers with Sharleen Wright of A Yankee Leisure Group Company. They talked about advantages, do’s and don’t from luxury travelling using Railbookers. Sharleen is a travel sales & marketing professional with over ten years of experience in both retail and wholesale travel organisations, such as Rail Read More The post 55. Sharleen Wright – Railbookers appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this episode, Luxury Travel Podcast’s Allen Suss discusses luxury ocean cruising with Alexandria Hruncev of Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara. They talk about what you can expect from cruising, and the differences between these 3 sister cruise lines. Alex is the District Sales Manager (VIC/TAS) and has been working with Royal Caribbean for 3 Read More The post 54. Alexandria Hruncev – Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury river cruising with John Navarro of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Award-winning Uniworld – the world’s ONLY authentic boutique cruise line – offers itineraries in spectacular destinations throughout Europe, Russia, Egypt and Asia. The company’s European fleet features luxurious ships with an average capacity of 130 guests, the highest Read More The post 53. John Navarro – Uniworld Boutique River Cruises appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury coach touring with Harry Sargant of Inside Japan Tours. To those considering Japan as a holiday destination, Harry would say that it is like no other place on earth. Every country claims to have friendly locals, but the Japanese REALLY go out of their way to make you feel welcome. They are so proud of their country that they are delighted you have travelled so far to see it. In fact, in almost ten years of working at InsideJapan, Harry has only ever met one person who didn’t like the place – and they’re still friends! After 11 years in our UK office, in August 2016 Harry transferred to our Australian office in Brisbane as Sales and Marketing Manager. Japan is a destination like no other. Join Inside Japan Tours group tour and you will have an expert tour leader to show you hidden haunts and their personal favourite sites; travel Self-Guided with the recommendations of our expert travel consultants; or take an Exclusive Private Journey with professional guides to lead you every step of the way. Travel with Inside Japan Tours and you will have the holiday of a lifetime. The post 52. Harry Sargant – InsideJapan Tours appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury coach touring with Kate Foster of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. From humble beginnings to world-renowned luxury cruise and tour operator. In 2016 Scenic celebrated 30 years as a leader in its field. The Scenic team has worked tirelessly to earn a world-class reputation. Creating and delivering the ultimate cruising and touring itineraries for travelers who seek wondrous experiences and exceptional 5-star service. Even with all the success it has gained from its luxury cruises, the company still prides itself with all the luxury land travels it has to offer. From Canada & Alaska to far east Africa, they still maintain all the 5-star services they provide to every customer wherever their destination may be, and as Kate said so herself, “There’s absolutely nowhere in the world that you can’t travel with scenic”. The post 51. Kate Foster – Scenic appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury cruising with Paige Kirk of Regent Seven Seas Cruise. The Regent Experience has long been absolute in its inclusiveness, seeking to provide you, our traveler and guest, with the most enriching and luxurious journey on the seven seas. From the first words spoken with our seasoned experts when booking your cruise to a bittersweet farewell when returning home at the end of your voyage, fulfilling your every want and need is our sincerest pleasure. Paige has done her fair share of travelling around the world and she always had a passion for creative writing and experiential travel, key strengths lie in client liaison work in the luxury travel industry, excellent relationship management, business development, and exceptional research and analysis skills. Extensive experience in the travel and tourism industry across South East Asia & Australia 8 years of experience within the travel industry 6 years as an experienced Business Development/Sales Manager Proven track record of increasing sales With these set of skills, anyone is sure to enjoy any cruise under her management. Again, Solo travelers are getting quite popular lately and if you are one, better listen in and find out what treats the Regent has in store for you. The post 50. Paige Kirk – Regent appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury cruising with Kate Foster of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. From humble beginnings to world-renowned luxury cruise and tour operator. In 2016 Scenic celebrated 30 years as a leader in its field. The Scenic team has worked tirelessly to earn a world-class reputation. Creating and delivering the ultimate cruising and touring itineraries for travelers who seek wondrous experiences and exceptional 5-star service. European cruise is something that any traveler should experience. It is vastly different from the land tours as Kate mentioned. You are also in for a treat when you cruise with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Everything is rated 5-star from accommodations to the food which ridiculous in the best possible way. The meals are prepared on board by world class chefs in state of the art kitchens and everything is always guaranteed 5-star. Solo travelers are also encouraged to check out their Pre-release programs as it offers big discounts to as much as 50% for selected tours. Grab this opportunity now to travel in luxury at a humble price! The post 49. Kate Foster – Scenic appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury travelling with Toni Kosmarikas of Finnair Airlines. Finnair is the first European airline to fly the new fabulous A350 XWB aircraft (with extra wide body). With bigger windows, newly designed overhead storage bins, less curved sidewalls and LED mood lighting there is more space and Read More The post 48. Toni Kosmarikas – Finnair appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss speaks with John Vespasian about his first time travelling to Russia and the city of  St. Petersburg. John talks about the beautiful city of St. Petersburg and how it has been preserved over the past years, as well as all the amazing things he has witnessed and experienced Read More The post 47. John Vespasian – Travelling to Russia appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss discusses the beauty of travelling Indochina – Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia with his friend Andrew Gelbart. Andrew loves to travel a lot around the globe with his wife, and sometimes are accompanied by their own private photographer to capture every memorable moment during their travels. He mentions Read More The post 46. Andrew Gelbart – Travelling Indochina appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss discusses luxury travelling with Adam Schwab of Luxury Escapes. Luxury Escapes has customers across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, India, Hong Kong, the US and the UK. It is based in Melbourne and was founded in 2009 by Jeremy Same and Adam Schwab. The post 45. Adam Schwab – Luxury Escapes appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode, Allen Suss talks about travelling to Tuscany with Ines Fabris, the founder of Tours of Tuscany. About Ines Fabris & Tours of Tuscany Ines was born and raised in Melbourne of Italian parents; my father was born on Isola d’Elba an island in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Ines had the opportunity Read More The post 44. Ines Fabris – Tours of Tuscany appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this podcast episode, your travel captain, Allen Suss, speaks with Greg Wilson of Wide Eyed Tours about travelling Indochina (Vietnam and Cambodia). Ben’s favourite places to visit are: – The whole place! – Vietnam, and in particular, Hoi An. – Siem Reap (food there is amazing) Some tips for travelling Indochina: You can get Read More The post 43. Greg Wilson – Travelling Indochina appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this podcast episode, Allen speaks with Ben Wilson, co-founder of Medical Travel Companions (MTC). What is Medical Travel Companions? Medical Travel Companions is a unique service that assists people with their travel needs from a local domestic or complex international journey. There are a large number of individuals or families who choose not to Read More The post 42. Ben Wilson – Medical Travel Companions appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this podcast episode, Allen Suss speaks with Sara Woodroffe of Simply Stronger about the importance of preparing ourselves physically for travel, and also about the impact of our changing eating habits when we travel. About Sara Woodroffe Sara has worked in the health and fitness industry since 2001, starting out as a Personal Trainer Read More The post 41. Sara Woodroffe – Simply Stronger appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

Diane Lanz is the General Manager of Sales for the Captain Cook Cruises Company. She has over 20 years experience in the travel industry and fell in love with the idyllic Fijian Islands the very first time she went there. In this Luxury Travel Podcast episode with Allen, Diane shares a wealth of knowledge with Read More The post 40. Diane Lanz – Captain Cook Cruises appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.

In this podcast episode, Allen Suss speaks with Stuart Catterson of The Golf Touring Company about golf tours Australia has available to them. About The Golf Touring Company Having entered into a very saturated market, The Golf Touring Company knew that they must have a Unique Selling Proposition or it would be a very tough Read More The post 39. Stuart Catterson – The Golf Touring Company appeared first on Luxury Travel Podcast with Allen Suss.