<![CDATA[WedTalk by Travel Leaders]]>https://www.travelleaders.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:30:48 GMTFri, 26 Sep 2025 15:54:58 GMT60Travel Better PodcastWedTalk is a podcast for Travel Leaders Network Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Leaders Alliance members. Join us Bi-Weekly as our hosts explore the industry, offer advice for new advisors and share stories from their years of experience.episodicTravel Better Podcastcbrandt@travelleaders.comno<![CDATA[ Andie Ramsdell and Kerry-Ann McLean | Episode 20]]>This episode of WedTalk brings together three unique perspectives on destination weddings: an experienced travel advisor, a resort wedding leader, and a real bride. Together, they explore the reality behind planning a destination wedding and what it truly takes to create a seamless experience from start to finish.

The conversation features insights from a bride who recently planned her own destination wedding, a travel advisor who helps couples navigate the planning process, and a wedding manager who oversees celebrations at one of the Caribbean’s leading all-inclusive resorts. They discuss common misconceptions about destination weddings, the challenges couples face when balancing vision and budget, and the value of working with trusted professionals throughout the journey.

The episode also highlights evolving wedding trends, including extended wedding experiences, personalized guest activities, and the growing demand for unforgettable group celebrations. From selecting the right resort and managing guest expectations to creating meaningful moments that reflect each couple’s story, the discussion offers practical advice and real-world experiences for anyone planning or supporting a destination wedding.

]]>e6f2a505-598d-4a8f-b2ad-3fd54c15e263Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>This episode of WedTalk brings together three unique perspectives on destination weddings: an experienced travel advisor, a resort wedding leader, and a real bride. Together, they explore the reality behind planning a destination wedding and what it truly takes to create a seamless experience from start to finish.</p><p>The conversation features insights from a bride who recently planned her own destination wedding, a travel advisor who helps couples navigate the planning process, and a wedding manager who oversees celebrations at one of the Caribbean’s leading all-inclusive resorts. They discuss common misconceptions about destination weddings, the challenges couples face when balancing vision and budget, and the value of working with trusted professionals throughout the journey.</p><p>The episode also highlights evolving wedding trends, including extended wedding experiences, personalized guest activities, and the growing demand for unforgettable group celebrations. From selecting the right resort and managing guest expectations to creating meaningful moments that reflect each couple’s story, the discussion offers practical advice and real-world experiences for anyone planning or supporting a destination wedding.</p>no01:06:53210 Andie Ramsdell and Kerry-Ann McLean | Episode 20full<![CDATA[Anne Allen | Episode 19]]>This episode of WedTalk features Anne Allen, owner of I Know Places Travel, who shares her journey from a 20-year career in financial services to building a thriving travel business specializing in luxury travel, honeymoons, and destination weddings. Anne discusses launching her agency just before the pandemic, how she navigated the challenges of COVID, and the lessons that helped shape her approach to business growth and client service.

The conversation explores the natural connection between romance travel and luxury experiences, the power of referrals, and the importance of niche positioning, branding, and client trust. Anne also shares practical insights on attracting high-value clients, creating elevated travel experiences through thoughtful planning and room selection, and using systems and processes to deliver exceptional service at scale. Her experience offers valuable guidance for travel advisors looking to refine their specialization, strengthen client relationships, and grow a successful luxury and romance travel business.

]]>e3e63f4a-f6fd-487b-ab49-51df6c742579Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>This episode of WedTalk features <b><strong>Anne Allen</strong></b>, owner of <b><strong>I Know Places Travel</strong></b>, who shares her journey from a 20-year career in financial services to building a thriving travel business specializing in luxury travel, honeymoons, and destination weddings. Anne discusses launching her agency just before the pandemic, how she navigated the challenges of COVID, and the lessons that helped shape her approach to business growth and client service.</p><p>The conversation explores the natural connection between romance travel and luxury experiences, the power of referrals, and the importance of niche positioning, branding, and client trust. Anne also shares practical insights on attracting high-value clients, creating elevated travel experiences through thoughtful planning and room selection, and using systems and processes to deliver exceptional service at scale. Her experience offers valuable guidance for travel advisors looking to refine their specialization, strengthen client relationships, and grow a successful luxury and romance travel business.</p>no00:46:3029Anne Allen | Episode 19full<![CDATA[Dan Miller | Episode 18]]>This episode of WedTalk explores the evolving landscape of destination weddings, luxury travel, and group bookings with Dan Miller, Director of Group Sales at ALG Vacations. Dan shares insights from nearly two decades in the travel industry, highlighting emerging trends, shifting traveler expectations, and the growing importance of specialization, relationships, and trust. The conversation covers everything from the rise of luxury destination weddings and top-performing destinations to the impact of technology, education, and strategic partnerships on business growth. His perspective offers valuable guidance for travel advisors looking to strengthen their expertise, build lasting client relationships, and grow their groups and romance travel business with confidence. [season-2-e...en-take-02 | Txt]

]]>a18aa4a7-b1cf-4fdc-beef-33231a6a83e0Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:45:00 GMT<p>This episode of WedTalk explores the evolving landscape of destination weddings, luxury travel, and group bookings with <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.office.com/search?q=Dan+Miller&amp;EntityRepresentationId=52b1e9ab-b216-83c3-a61a-c8a9a3193630" target="_blank">Dan Miller</a>, Director of Group Sales at ALG Vacations. Dan shares insights from nearly two decades in the travel industry, highlighting emerging trends, shifting traveler expectations, and the growing importance of specialization, relationships, and trust. The conversation covers everything from the rise of luxury destination weddings and top-performing destinations to the impact of technology, education, and strategic partnerships on business growth. His perspective offers valuable guidance for travel advisors looking to strengthen their expertise, build lasting client relationships, and grow their groups and romance travel business with confidence. <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://travelleadersgroup-my.sharepoint.com/personal/frossi_travelleaders_com/Documents/Microsoft%20Copilot%20Chat%20Files/season-2-episode-8-anne-allen-take-02.txt" target="_blank">[season-2-e...en-take-02 | Txt]</a></p>no00:50:0628Dan Miller | Episode 18full<![CDATA[Heather D'Amico and Tyler Stiscak | Episode 17]]>This episode of WedTalk explores what it really takes to know when you're ready to grow your business. Heather D'Amico and Tyler Stiscak share their experiences expanding their companies, from opening a new storefront to launching a luxury travel division. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing market demand, increasing visibility, creating exceptional client experiences, and embracing uncertainty. Their insights offer practical guidance for entrepreneurs looking to take the next step with confidence and a strategic mindset.

]]>91f94324-4ce2-4489-973e-0d23bac53dd5Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:05:10 GMT<p>This episode of WedTalk explores what it really takes to know when you're ready to grow your business. Heather D'Amico and Tyler Stiscak share their experiences expanding their companies, from opening a new storefront to launching a luxury travel division. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing market demand, increasing visibility, creating exceptional client experiences, and embracing uncertainty. Their insights offer practical guidance for entrepreneurs looking to take the next step with confidence and a strategic mindset.</p>no00:40:2927Heather D'Amico and Tyler Stiscak | Episode 17full<![CDATA[Kim Goldstein | Episode 16]]>In this episode, Kim Goldstein shares her journey into the travel industry, her expertise in destination weddings and honeymoons, and her innovative use of technology and processes to scale her successful agency. Listeners will gain practical insights on CRM adoption, group booking strategies, and leveraging automation to enhance client experiences.

]]>1c5b06c5-5780-4226-8605-e86bd004bbfdMon, 24 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Kim Goldstein shares her journey into the travel industry, her expertise in destination weddings and honeymoons, and her innovative use of technology and processes to scale her successful agency. Listeners will gain practical insights on CRM adoption, group booking strategies, and leveraging automation to enhance client experiences.</p><p></p>no00:36:4826Kim Goldstein | Episode 16full<![CDATA[Sara Lantto | Episode 15]]>This episode of WedTalk features a conversation with Sara Lantto, Director of Social Media at Travel Leaders Network, who shares insights on social media trends in the travel industry, especially romance travel. The discussion explores how travel advisors can leverage social media to connect with clients, build engagement, and grow their business. Sara also offers practical tips and strategies to help advisors strengthen their online presence and stay ahead in an evolving digital landscape.

]]>fcc303f9-c9f6-4324-ba57-e3ee5ba87a21Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:34:27 GMT<p>This episode of WedTalk features a conversation with <b>Sara Lantto</b>, Director of Social Media at Travel Leaders Network, who shares insights on social media trends in the travel industry, especially romance travel. The discussion explores how travel advisors can leverage social media to connect with clients, build engagement, and grow their business. Sara also offers practical tips and strategies to help advisors strengthen their online presence and stay ahead in an evolving digital landscape.</p>no00:37:5125Sara Lantto | Episode 15full<![CDATA[Marsha Ann Donaldson | Episode 14]]>This episode of WedTalk features a conversation with Marsha Ann Donaldson of Sandals Resorts about the biggest trends in destination weddings and romance travel. The discussion focuses on personalization, cultural experiences, micro weddings, vow renewals, and how advisors can better qualify clients to create more meaningful celebrations. It also highlights how Sandals supports travel advisors and helps turn love stories into memorable Caribbean wedding experiences.

]]>d9e9aa05-8123-4f9a-9942-4eea98689da1Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:15:21 GMT<p>This episode of WedTalk features a conversation with Marsha Ann Donaldson of Sandals Resorts about the biggest trends in destination weddings and romance travel. The discussion focuses on personalization, cultural experiences, micro weddings, vow renewals, and how advisors can better qualify clients to create more meaningful celebrations. It also highlights how Sandals supports travel advisors and helps turn love stories into memorable Caribbean wedding experiences.</p>no00:39:4025Marsha Ann Donaldson | Episode 14full<![CDATA[Caroline Belgrave | Episode 13]]>This week Carrie, Heather and Tyler are joined by Travel Leaders Network's Caroline Belgrave. Caroline has spent over a decade in the travel industry, specializing in business coaching and mentoring for travel advisors. Her extensive experience as an agency owner and her passion for romance travel make her an incredible source for advice on optimizing travel advisor services.

]]>721e12cd-ca1a-4fd2-865e-87a5fa2fec53Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>This week Carrie, Heather and Tyler are joined by Travel Leaders Network's Caroline Belgrave. Caroline has spent over a decade in the travel industry, specializing in business coaching and mentoring for travel advisors. Her extensive experience as an agency owner and her passion for romance travel make her an incredible source for advice on optimizing travel advisor services.</p><p></p>no00:43:0323Caroline Belgrave | Episode 13full<![CDATA[Kelli Bertram | Episode 12]]>This week Kelli Bertram joins the show to talk with Carrie, Heather and Tyler about social media strategies that she has uses everyday

]]>63b09291-8acb-4b05-9ff6-6a087a794de2Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>This week Kelli Bertram joins the show to talk with Carrie, Heather and Tyler about social media strategies that she has uses everyday</p>no00:49:4722Kelli Bertram | Episode 12full<![CDATA[Tahryn Nicastro | Episode 11]]>Welcome back to Season 2 of the WedTalk Podcast! On this week's episode, Carrie, Heather and Tyler sit down with Tahryn Nicastro to talk all thing travel agent marketing!

]]>ba498b7b-ab06-4839-a6d2-2ce83f49c24cMon, 15 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>Welcome back to Season 2 of the WedTalk Podcast! On this week's episode, Carrie, Heather and Tyler sit down with Tahryn Nicastro to talk all thing travel agent marketing!</p>no00:59:4821Tahryn Nicastro | Episode 11full<![CDATA[WedTalk LIVE | Bonus Episode]]>Carrie, Tyler and Heather host the first ever WedTalk LIVE from the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Summit in Curaçao!

]]>0d89e40a-bf8b-430f-a660-0f1ddc239ffdFri, 06 Mar 2026 13:47:47 GMT<p>Carrie, Tyler and Heather host the first ever WedTalk LIVE from the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Summit in Curaçao!</p>no00:40:54WedTalk LIVE | Bonus Episodefull<![CDATA[Mailbag | Episode 10]]>This week on Wedtalk, we're flipping the script – Carrie, Heather and Tyler open up the mailbag to answer questions submitted by Travel Leaders Network Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Travel Advisors. They share their experiences and dive into real life situations that advisors face everyday.

]]>8c3df8c8-a1fc-4b89-9415-7c7bceae4f49Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:45:00 GMT<p>This week on Wedtalk, we're flipping the script – Carrie, Heather and Tyler open up the mailbag to answer questions submitted by Travel Leaders Network Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Travel Advisors. They share their experiences and dive into real life situations that advisors face everyday.</p>no00:42:10110Mailbag | Episode 10full<![CDATA[Building Your Dream Team | Episode 09]]>This week, Carrie, Heather and Tyler talk about a turning point so many advisors hit – how to build a team that grows with you. Listen in to find out how to scale your business without losing your brand identity or your sanity.

]]>9ee6bd18-1da9-41d0-9bd5-c60deae56361Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>This week, Carrie, Heather and Tyler talk about a turning point so many advisors hit – how to build a team that grows with you. Listen in to find out how to scale your business without losing your brand identity or your sanity.</p>no00:25:37Building Your Dream Team | Episode 09full<![CDATA[Saying Yes to Supplier Support | Episode 08]]>On this episode of WedTalk, our hosts discuss leveraging suppliers and FAMS for Marketing, Training and Support. Carrie, Tyler and Heather discuss supplier partnerships and how to build meaningful, rewarding relationships and how to make the most of your next FAM trip.

]]>457332ae-fb06-4267-856d-89ff0f3faf24Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>On this episode of WedTalk, our hosts discuss leveraging suppliers and FAMS for Marketing, Training and Support. Carrie, Tyler and Heather discuss supplier partnerships and how to build meaningful, rewarding relationships and how to make the most of your next FAM trip.</p>no00:33:5918Saying Yes to Supplier Support | Episode 08full<![CDATA[You Are the Brand | Episode 07]]>On this episode Carrie, Tyler and Heather discuss marketing yourself, your agency and your personal brand. Because your brand isn't just your logo or your host agency, it's you! The crew discusses content ideas and creative storytelling and have a conversation about how to avoid common marketing mistakes

]]>94f09f7a-44be-4f85-8341-bdb108aa3de2Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>On this episode Carrie, Tyler and Heather discuss marketing yourself, your agency and your personal brand. Because your brand isn't just your logo or your host agency, it's you! The crew discusses content ideas and creative storytelling and have a conversation about how to avoid common marketing mistakes</p>no00:31:57You Are the Brand | Episode 07full<![CDATA[Be the Expert They Say "I Do" To | Episode 03]]>Today's episode is all about selling yourself as the expert - from consultations to handling objections and how to turn the happy couple into happy clients. Carrie, Heather and Tyler discuss how confidence and clarity equal credibility and making use of the resources available so you look like a total rockstar to your clients.

]]>61431da1-bfc1-4b97-8791-3948fac9c3e3Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:44:53 GMT<p>Today's episode is all about selling yourself as the expert - from consultations to handling objections and how to turn the happy couple into happy clients. Carrie, Heather and Tyler discuss how confidence and clarity equal credibility and making use of the resources available so you look like a total rockstar to your clients.</p><p></p>no00:33:3013Be the Expert They Say "I Do" To | Episode 03full<![CDATA[Laying the Groundwork | Episode 02]]>On this week's show we're digging into the foundations of selling destination weddings - your role, and value, as the travel advisor. Tyler and Heather share advice on how to guide couples through the sales process with confidence.

]]>c820caf4-f1f4-4bfd-baa4-500bd60bdb5cFri, 07 Nov 2025 15:44:08 GMT<p>On this week's show we're digging into the foundations of selling destination weddings - your role, and value, as the travel advisor. Tyler and Heather share advice on how to guide couples through the sales process with confidence.</p>no00:19:5212Laying the Groundwork | Episode 02full<![CDATA[Streamlining Your Workflow with Boundaries, Tech & Tools | Episode 06]]>This week our hosts discuss streamlining and scaling your business, how boundaries are the foundation of a sustainable business, systems, CRM's and more! Listen in as Carrie, Tyler and Heather share from their experience in the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding industry.

]]>ac037660-30af-4dd0-a95d-5fb0714f5348Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT<p>This week our hosts discuss streamlining and scaling your business, how boundaries are the foundation of a sustainable business, systems, CRM's and more! Listen in as Carrie, Tyler and Heather share from their experience in the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding industry.</p>no00:29:44Streamlining Your Workflow with Boundaries, Tech & Tools | Episode 06full<![CDATA[From Plus-Ones to Loyal Clients | Episode 05]]>This week's episode is all about turning wedding guests into future clients. Listen as Carrie, Tyler and Heather give you tips to managing the guest list and building your client list.

]]>38866595-ded4-469e-930b-8fc82e3acfaeFri, 05 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT<p>This week's episode is all about turning wedding guests into future clients. Listen as Carrie, Tyler and Heather give you tips to managing the guest list and building your client list.</p>no00:35:5615From Plus-Ones to Loyal Clients | Episode 05full<![CDATA[Sealing the Deal: Contracts, Room Blocks & Group Perks | Episode 04]]>Carrie, Tyler and Heather are back to provide advisors with more behind the scenes essentials. This week we're talking contracts, room blocks and group benefits.

]]>c8b57fdc-fe05-4777-a8c9-08fc7953c338Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT<p>Carrie, Tyler and Heather are back to provide advisors with more behind the scenes essentials. This week we're talking contracts, room blocks and group benefits.</p>no00:32:1614Sealing the Deal: Contracts, Room Blocks & Group Perks | Episode 04full<![CDATA[Here Comes the Pod | Episode 01]]>This is the first episode of WedTalk, the Travel Leaders Network podcast made especially for Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Travel Advisors. Join our hosts, Carrie Brandt, Tyler Stiscak and Heather D'Amico as we dive deep into the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Travel niche. In this episode, our hosts introduce themselves and tell us about their experience in the industry while sharing professional highlights and anecdotes. We explore why Travel Advisors need a podcast like WedTalk and what to expect from future episodes.

]]>2f2917d5-7943-4410-ae67-300c87201402Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:56:47 GMT<p>This is the first episode of WedTalk, the Travel Leaders Network podcast made especially for Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Travel Advisors. Join our hosts, Carrie Brandt, Tyler Stiscak and Heather D'Amico as we dive deep into the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Travel niche. In this episode, our hosts introduce themselves and tell us about their experience in the industry while sharing professional highlights and anecdotes. We explore why Travel Advisors need a podcast like WedTalk and what to expect from future episodes.</p>no00:25:1011Here Comes the Pod | Episode 01full