
Destination On The Left
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Destination On The Left is a podcast focused on the travel and tourism industry that explores successful collaborations, creative marketing ideas and best practices. Interviews are a mix of Destination Marketers, Industry Leaders, Consultants and businesses in the industry. We explore consumer marketing programs and travel trade marketing programs. This podcast provides an opportunity for..
Destination On The Left
6h ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Stacy Ritter, President and CEO of Visit Lauderdale, about the importance of serving your community and residents first. We discuss how she approached the realities of the cultural divisions in her state and how her organization has helped her community stay true to who they are and share that message with others. We also discuss Visit Lauderdale’s upcoming exciting new projects and creative collaborations.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
How Stacy approached Visit Lauderdale’s rebrand by focusing on inclusivity and service to the ..read more
Destination On The Left
1w ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Graeme Labe, Managing Partner and Chief Design Officer at Luxury Frontiers. He discusses how his immersive design firm got started and has gained traction since 2020 as people are seeking more meaningful experiences. Graeme redefines the meaning of luxury travel, explaining that genuine experiences and a connection to nature are important parts of this market.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
How Graeme transitioned from traditional hotel project management to becoming the managing partner at Luxury Frontiers, a company specializing ..read more
Destination On The Left
1w ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Andy Clinton, CEO of Visit York County. He discusses why youth sports tourism is so important to his community and how reaching out to other successful destinations for inspiration has helped them build their visitor numbers. Andy also shares the details of the innovative strategies that Visit York County uses to grow traffic to their website, increasing it from 500,000 to over 2 million page views annually.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
Why youth sports tourism is crucial for York County and how the community leverages its local ..read more
Destination On The Left
2w ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Arturo Gaona, Chief Partnership Officer at Wheel the World. Arturo shares how Wheel the World started with one vision in mind and evolved into a solution for helping visitors of all abilities know what to expect when planning their travels. He shares how Wheel the World collaborates with DMOs to map accessibility features and provide accurate, reliable accessibility information for travelers.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
Why Wheel the World was founded and how a crowdfunding trip to Patagonia inspired the start of the company
Wh ..read more
Destination On The Left
1M ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Nikita France, Founder of Travel Agent Collective, who shares her story of how she helps travel agents build their businesses by building their personal brand. She offers great actionable advice on how to stand out on social media so you can build authority, confidence, and trust with potential customers.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
How Nikita transitioned from consulting for Caribbean hotels to founding Travel Agent Collective
Why personal branding is crucial for travel agents and the methods to build trust and authority in th ..read more
Destination On The Left
1M ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Brian Applegarth, founding chair of the Cannabis Travel Association International and owner of Applegarth Strategies, about the burgeoning interest in cannabis tourism. He describes the four archetypes of this growing target market, and we discuss how destinations should think about their cannabis experience and how to develop it alongside their brand. Brian also shares some case studies of destinations that are innovating with cannabis experiences right now.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
How Brian categorizes cannabis travelers ..read more
Destination On The Left
1M ago
This week, we’re sharing more insights from travel experts at the NTA Travel Exchange event in Huntsville, Alabama. You’ll hear how improving efficiency in tour operations can enhance customer satisfaction through digital tools and technology integration. We also discuss the impact of AI on tourism and the importance of strategic partnerships in our industry. Our space has some promising new initiatives and exciting future plans, and I’m sure you’ll love our guests’ golden nuggets of advice.
In this episode, you’ll hear from these knowledgeable leaders:
Eileen Gutierrez: https://www.link ..read more
Destination On The Left
2M ago
Welcome to the first of a two-part series from NTA, where we dive into tour and travel trends, partnerships, and challenges shaping the industry. In our conversations, we explore the rise of transformative travel, the international tourism rebound, and innovations in payment systems—all key trends driving the travel industry forward into 2025.
In this episode, you’ll hear from these industry leaders:
Kelly Dean: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellydeanottawa/
Kim Ricaurte: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-ricaurte-510588285/
Patrick McIntyre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mci ..read more
Destination On The Left
2M ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I’m talking with eight industry professionals at OMCA Marketplace, held in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. These conversations emphasize the evolving nature of the travel industry driven by changes in traveler expectations, strategic international cooperation, and a strong focus on quality and convenience.
In this episode, you’ll hear from these travel industry professionals:
Jeffrey Goldwasser: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-goldwasser-36264711/
Brittany Dykla: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-dykla-cpa-7a50b036/
Jennifer Miller:  ..read more
Destination On The Left
2M ago
On this episode of Destination on the Left, I’m sharing the first of a two-part series from the OMCA Marketplace that was held in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. I know you’ll find the wisdom these eight influential industry professionals offer invaluable.
We dig into the recent tour and travel trends, including cross-border travel and the importance of connections for business success. My guests also explore key themes such as a shift towards smaller and specialized group travel and the rise of the Fully Independent Traveler (FIT) and how these types of small group offerings cater to niche interest ..read more