Episodes
In this episode of WanderCast we speak with Leonor Cameira, Product & Marketing Manager for The Little Orange, a boutique DMC providing luxury travel experiences and access to a curated collection of Villas throughout Portugal. Leonor shares insight on the regions of Portugal, exclusive experiences and what sets The Little Orange apart from other DMC's servicing Portugal. For more on The Little Orange be sure to visit their website here. Follow The Little Orange on Instagram...
Published 06/21/23
In this episode of WanderCast we chat with Evelina Ioannidou, Director of Sales for the reimagined Lindian Village Beach Resort Rhodes Curio Collection by Hilton. We share details on this incredibly designed resort set to reopen June 2023 as well as the island of Rhodes, better known as the "island of the sun". For more information on Lindian Village, head on over to https://www.lindianvillage.gr Follow WanderLuxe Destinations on socials @wanderluxedestinations Email our team at...
Published 05/31/23
In this episode of WanderCast we chat with Alicia Diez and Dora Karanikas, Co-Founders of LUXPages, a recently launched platform that strategically and efficiently streamlines the travel planning and luxury travel sales process. LUXPages is designed to globally connect travel industry experts for collaboration and growth. To learn more about LUXPages, visit their website: https://www.theluxpages.com Follow LUXPages on socials at: Instagram – @luxpagesllc Facebook -...
Published 05/04/23
In this Wander-U episode we share some insight on the importance of working with a DMC, developing a relationship with DMC's and what information should be shared upon initial contact. Make sure to follow us as we #wanderluxeit around the globe @wanderluxedestinations and to learn more about our incredible Portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, DMC's and travel services.
Published 04/18/23
In this mini-episode of WanderCast we chat with Maggie Eskicioglu of AIDA Tailor Made Travelling for the latest updates from Turkey! To learn more about how your clients can experience truly authentic experiences in Turkey, reach out to WanderLuxe Destinations or directly to AIDA Tailor Made Travelling at [email protected] Explore more at: www.aidatours.net and www.wanderluxedestinations.com
Published 03/28/23
In this episode we chat with Jimena Torroella, Commercial Manager for NUBA Incoming Mexico. Listen as we cover the personalized services offered by NUBA, the vast and diverse scope of traveling through Mexico (for beginners and repeat travelers), the best way to celebrate the Day of The Dead, the most efficient way for travel advisors to get the ball rolling with NUBA and so much more!  To learn more about NUBA Incoming Mexico, visit their website at: incoming.nubamexico.com and follow...
Published 02/28/23
Jamie Jackson, Director of Sales for WanderLuxe Destinations spearheads this episode of Wander-U with some tips on how travel advisors can maximize their time spent on FAM trips.  If you'd like to submit a topic for Wander-U, email our team at [email protected]  To learn more about our Portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, DMC's and travel services head on over to www.wanderluxedestinations.com Follow us @wanderluxedestinations 
Published 01/30/23
For our final episode of 2022, Tara D'Agostino, Owner of WanderLuxe Destinations takes a look back on what an incredible year it has been for our team and Collection! For more information, head on over to our website: www.wanderluxedestinations.com  Don't forget to follow us on socials @wanderluxedestinations
Published 12/26/22
WanderCast listeners! We are ending Season 2 of our podcast with the first episode of our Wander-U series! Mini episodes where we share travel tidbits, insider info or insights that we hope may be helpful to travel advisors in navigating the industry. A big thank you to our fabulous sales managers, Jamie Jackson and Olivia Link for sparking this series! Explore more at: www.wanderluxedestinations.com Follow @wanderluxedestinations
Published 11/30/22
On this episode we connect with the Castle Hot Springs team for a Q & A sure to cover all you have ever wondered about this award-winning luxury resort.  For more information on Castle Hot Springs, head on over to their website: www.castlehotsprings.com Follow the WanderLuxe Destinations team @wanderluxedestinations and don't forget to visit our website for a peek at our Collection: www.wanderluxedestinations.com
Published 10/31/22
In this episode we travel to Croatia to chat with Stanka Selendic, Founder of Equilibri Travel, a boutique DMC that curates extraordinary experiences throughout Croatia and the Balkans. Far from the run-of-the-mill travel, Stanka shares insight on her team, the travel "musts" and a different way to experience this special part of the world! For more on Equilibri Travel, head over to their website: www.equilibritravel.com Follow WanderLuxe Destinations on socials @wanderluxedestinations or...
Published 09/29/22
Earlier this summer we had a chance to welcome Tara's sister Jessica Gaskell back to the podcast. Jessica is mom to our WanderLuxe Warrior, Joey, who has been fighting cancer since he was 18 months old.  On our first WanderLuxe Warrior episode (which you can listen to here) covers the introduction to our childhood cancer awareness initiative and Joey and his family's story.  In this episode we talk about what has happened in the past year, what is on the horizon and the recently launched...
Published 09/01/22
Tara shares highlights from our very first FAM to Turkey, designed and escorted by the destination management experts at AIDA Tailor Made Travelling. Spoiler alert: Turkey will definitely wind up on your bucket list! For the best destination specialists in Turkey, head on over to AIDA Tailor Made Travelling website: www.aidatours.net or check out the WanderLuxe Destinations website: www.wanderluxedestinations.com  Follow @wanderluxedestinations
Published 08/03/22
So much has been going on at WanderLuxe Destinations that we had to share an update for our listeners! Tara D'Agostino, Owner & Managing Director shares the latest - new additions to our Collection, team members, our whirlwind month in Europe and what's on the horizon.  Follow @wanderluxedestinations Explore: www.wanderluxedestinations.com
Published 06/30/22
In this very special episode we have our first featured client, Sashan Wirasinghe with Cuurate. We chat about the Cuurate team and their personalized luxury travel planning executed throughout Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Cultural, adventure, wellness, romance, culinary and family travel programs that showcase the very best of both destinations are seamlessly planned in coordination with the travel advisor, while their insider access to off-the-beaten path experiences make for more than just...
Published 06/06/22
In this episode our team chats with Andrea Caufield, Membership Manager for ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors). We touch on ASTA membership, the benefits of membership including a host of resources that can support travel advisors and agencies, local chapters spanning the US and beyond as well as the incredible and important advocacy work being spearheaded.  You can find more information on ASTA by visiting their website: www.asta.org Information on the ASTA Global Convention can...
Published 05/19/22
For this episode, our team chats about luxury and how luxury can mean different things to different people. We also touch on some of the most common luxury requests and destinations to how the luxury experience carries over once the traveler has returned home. We hope you'll stick around.   For the best in luxury travel, you'll have to head over to our website: www.wanderluxedestinations.com  Follow us @wanderluxedestinations on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin
Published 03/24/22
On this episode of WanderCast, Jamie Jackson, our Sales Manager for the South introduces our listeners to Millennials in Travel. As a luxury travel advisor and now working on the representation side, Jamie offers insights on this fast-growing networking organization.  If you want to learn more about Millennials in Travel, you can reach out to our team at [email protected] or you can head on over to the Millennials in Travel website: www.millennialsintravel.com Don't forget to...
Published 12/23/21
Big news to kick off Season 2 of WanderCast as we chat with Tara D'Agostino, owner of WanderLuxe Destinations to discuss the latest additions to our Team and our Collection.  @wanderluxedestinations
Published 12/06/21
For the final episode of Season 1, Tara takes us back to her childhood, travel inspiration and the path toward creating WanderLuxe Destinations.  Follow us @wanderluxedestinations www.wanderluxedestinations.com
Published 11/01/21
In this episode, we have a chance to speak with Jessica Gaskell, who happens to be Tara's sister and Super Mom to the very brave Joey, our WanderLuxe Warrior. Joey was diagnosed with leukemia at 18 months and recently relapsed. Jessica sheds a light on the harsh reality of this cancer diagnosis and treatment, the incredible need for research and funding while inspiring optimism in the face of adversity.  One of the goals of our WanderLuxe Warrior initiative is to spread awareness and to...
Published 09/15/21
Tara shares what made our June FAM trip to Greece the absolute ultimate FAM, working with the experts at Seez Travel, and connecting with our industry partners and clients, Kensho Psarou and Kensho Ornos both in Mykonos.  Follow us @wanderluxedestinations or pop over to our website www.wanderluxedestinations.com to learn more about our Collection.  #wanderluxeit
Published 08/31/21
After spending most of the summer in Italy, Tara D'Agostino, owner of WanderLuxe Destinations shares her insights on what is happening right now in Italy as well as some of her favorite moments.  Our goal is to inspire and inform and if you would like to learn more about WanderLuxe Destination Italian clients (Italy with Class, Monastero Santa Rosa, Toscana Resort Castelfalfi, Villa Roma Imperiale and Grand Hotel Minerva) head on over to our website, www.wanderluxedestinations.com Follow...
Published 08/12/21
In this episode of WanderCast, Max Hoener, our Director of Sales unfolds the Collection, taking listeners on a journey across the globe. We hope this will spark inspiration for your next travel adventure! If you want to learn more about why we find our Collection so incredible, head on over to www.wanderluxedestinations.com  #wanderluxedestinations @wanderluxedestinations 
Published 07/28/21
Welcome to WanderCast, where we look forward to discussing life in luxury, travel and everything in between. On this premiere episode, we introduce Owner and Managing Director of WanderLuxe Destinations, Tara D'Agostino along with our Director of Sales, Max Hoener. Tune in and help us celebrate our second anniversary!  
Published 07/01/21