Episodes

  • Culture, Clients & the New Luxury: With Special Guest Kristin Chambers of Travellustre
    Apr 2 2026

    Grab a cuppa & join us for a conversation with Kristin Chambers on how luxury travel is being redefined - where culture, connection, and hyper-personalization are taking center stage.

    From the rise of meaningful, immersive experiences to the role of technology behind the scenes, we explore what today’s high-end traveller really wants and how advisors can stay ahead of the shift.

    This is an exciting conversation as we highlight the rise of AI in travel & how we can best utilize it.

    Don't forget to like, comment & subscribe.

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    31 mins
  • From DOD to Waterstone: A deep dive with the brains behind the brand
    Mar 20 2026

    In this episode, we sit down with Kristen to explore the evolution from Destinations of Distinction to Waterstone and what it really takes to build a modern, lifestyle-led travel business.


    From brand storytelling and the rise of social media to the realities of scaling a company and leading as a female entrepreneur, this is an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation on where the industry is heading — and what it takes to stay ahead.

    Grab a cuppa & join us.

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    23 mins
  • Travel Tea Served Hot: Inside the Mind of HC Travel Firm
    Feb 11 2026

    In our latest episode of Travel Tea, we’re spilling the real industry secrets with none other than Heather Christopher, owner of HC Travel Firm and trust us… she did not come to play.

    We’re diving headfirst into what’s shaping travel right now, including:

    The biggest travel trends clients are obsessed with
    The destinations everyone is booking (and the ones quietly making a comeback)
    How the age of AI is changing what travelers want, expect, and request
    What’s next for advisor + supplier relationships and how the industry may look in the next few years

    From luxury escapes to shifting client behavior, Heather gives an insider perspective you won’t hear anywhere else. If you’ve been wondering what’s really happening behind the scenes in travel… this episode is the one.

    So grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and tune in—because the tea is poured and it’s piping hot.

    🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!

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    43 mins
  • The Rise of Solo Travel
    Jun 10 2025

    We’re back! After a "little" break, Travel Tea returns with a brand-new episode, and this one’s all about the joys (and lessons) of solo travel.

    We've poured ourselves a fresh cup and are diving into stories, tips, and reflections on hitting the road solo.

    Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode—we’re back to our regular monthly schedule, and there’s lots more to come!


    @TravelTeaSpill

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    20 mins
  • Where is travel today?
    Aug 3 2023

    Welcome back to another episode of Travel Tea. Today we dive into current flight scheduling challenges & talk about the first full year of non-restricted travel.

    Grab a cuppa & let's sip together.

    @TravelTeaSpill

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    16 mins
  • Working from around the world
    Jun 30 2023

    Welcome back to another episode of Travel Tea! Today we are joined by our dear friend & colleague Ashley Les, owner of POSTCARDS from...

    Ashley has been living & working from around the world since the pandemic & today we were able to dive into what destinations are trending for her now + what it's like to work from anywhere.

    Grab a cuppa & sip along with us.

    @TravelTeaSpill

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    22 mins
  • 2023 Travel Trends with Shelby Albo
    Jan 20 2023

    Welcome back Travel Tribe to our first episode of 2023! Today I am joined by luxury travel advisor Shelby Albo from EMBARK Beyond who is sharing her predictions for what destinations will be trending for this year & also her must-try travel tips! If you are looking for an incredible resource to book your next vacation we've linked Shelby's info below. Time to grab a cuppa & sip along...

    Shelby Albo
    salbo@embarkbeyond.com
    IG: @travelfitlove

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    17 mins
  • Ageism in the Airspace: What's causing the pilot shortage?
    Jul 13 2022

    Welcome back to another episode of Travel Tea. Today we're sipping vintage as we spill the tea on "ageism" in the airspace. What's causing the pilot shortage & when will the flight cancellations, delays & overall airport madness ease? Grab a cup & let's dive in...follow us @TravelTeaSpill

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    15 mins