Unplug In Paradise: The Podcast

It's easy to get lost in the small things we do in our travel business, that we totally forget about sharing the good things that happen. Join our host, Stephanie Myers to honour the power of small wins and her 5 reasons why celebrating the positive moments in business and sharing them online to your travel community is actually a good thing.

Do you find yourself waiting for the perfect moment to take action in your business? Maybe you're waiting until you have more money, more time, or more resources. But the truth is, there's never a perfect time to start. Waiting for the perfect conditions can actually be detrimental to your success.

Ever wondered how you can create a travel business purely based on your passions in life? Well, this is the perfect episode for you! If you’re a lover of Disney, Kids and living the life of luxury when you travel with your family and want to know how to break into this niche market, then join myself and my special guest Michaela from La Petit Travel Agency as we embark on this magical journey and bring you with us! 

The cruise-line who encompasses the word FUN like no other. On the show with us today we welcome Mark Richards, National Account Manager of Carnival Cruise Lines Australia, as we speak about Carnival's brand story, why FUN is behind all of their messaging and is at the core of everything they do, what lies ahead for the future of cruise and highlights some extremely exciting revelations for us here down under.  

This episode demonstrates the importance of brand awareness, cruising as a vital piece of the tourism sector and spotlights the incredible efforts undertaken by CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) to champion the return of the cruise industry. 

Australia's very own mini Maldives - The Cocos Keeling Islands. Back on the show with us today is Linda Cash from Indian Ocean Experiences showcasing this incredible destination in conjunction with our previous episode together highlighting Christmas Island.
This episode explains how both islands can be visiting on the same plane ticket and how easily accessible the other islands are in the Cocos Keeling Island group.

Episode 13 shares the story of Jodi Dalton, a fellow MTA Mobile Travel Agent based in Wynnum QLD and also a long-serving travel guru of 36 years and counting! Join us as we share in the story behind Jodi's decision of becoming a travel agent, her journey through the wholesale side of our industry and why she chose travel as a long life career move.   

Episode 12 dives into tips on how to 'break up with busy' while establishing a work from home routine. This is so foreign to so many working professionals around the world, but it is incredibly inspiring to see how many businesses are pivoting and adjusting to this new way of work. But how do you remain productive? Who's running the show at home when you're at your computer managing tasks and smashing deadlines. It is all a massive balancing act so here are a few tips, first hand from a home-based Mobile Travel Agent on how to manage and prioritise your to-do list and know when to step back to recharge those batteries. 

Episode 11 - Tune in to this episode to ground yourself through the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspired by Matthew Upchurch from Virtuoso, I discuss 3 key insights that us working in the travel industry and our travellers can easily connect with to uncover how to adapt to the global crisis which will continue to keep the travel spirit alive in all of us.   

Episode 10 opens the conversation with Tash Wheeler, CEO of Tourism Whitsundays where we highlight the absolutely stunning Whitsunday Coast and the investments the region have gained for showcasing such an incredible destination. Also, celebrating the opening of the BRAND NEW Whitsunday Visitor Information Centre and Wonders of the Whitsundays campaign. 

Episode 8 talks about how I came to my answers during my latest feature in the Travel Talk Industry Magazine.  The headline is an absolute cracker so listen to find out what 'strange' thing I always take with me on holidays. 

Episode 7 introduces P&O Cruises and why cruising is an incredibly great value for money holiday. For passengers sailing from Australia & New Zealand, Richard Waugh (QLD BDM - P&O Cruises) uncovers the new and exciting additions to the P&O fleet while showcasing the stunning destinations their ships navigate to in the South Pacific.

Episode 6 I personally talk about my truth of what it's really like as a single mum travelling with a toddler. The good, the bad, the indifferent and how travel can shape little one's lives. If you're thinking of travelling with a young family, do not to hold back on making plans. Life is happening right now and it's more manageable than you might think!

Episode 5 touches on how different cruise-lines create value through promotions they advertise.
From On-board Credit to Complimentary Cabin upgrades, I touch on the basic differences and how they add terrific value to your cruise holiday.

Episode 4 uncovers different remedies you can take to avoid letting seasickness put a dampener on your cruise holiday. I also touch on which cabins would be most beneficial to a first-time cruisers and to those passengers prone to seasickness.  

Episode 3 talks about how to navigate through the early stages of planning a family getaway. We discuss ideas on how to get the whole family involved in the planning process and how to tackle budgets and life restraints.  

Episode 2 starts the conversation about Family Travel, as we dive into the world of all inclusive worldwide resort-chain, Club Med. Zoe Gentle speaks about the features and benefits of staying at a Club Med property and how you can discover paradise on your next stress-free family holiday!   

Episode 1 is discovering what is the driving force behind our inspirations and what peaks our travel interests. I will dive into what my passions are as a travel agent and how I found myself on this path within the tourism industry.