Home Based Travel Agent Podcast

212 - Alaska Cruise/Land Fam Trips Don't Get Any Better Than This

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 13:51:18 PDT

If you are interested in familiarization trips (fam trips) you'll wish you signed up for this one. Lorene describes her ten day Holland America cruise/land excursion into Alaska and the Yukon.

Travel News

Space port Hawaii - travel from Hawaii to Japan via outer space.

Tune in to the TSA and read what they're thinking!

The number one vacation spot in North America

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211 - A Free Telephone System for Your Home Based Travel Business

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:32:01 PDT

Podcast Number 211

A telephone system can make or break your home based travel business. Fortunately you have the option of using Google Voice. Barry describes the features of Google Voice and how this free system can enhance your home based travel business.

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

The Phenomenal Handclap Band
"You'll Disappear (feat. Carol C)" (mp3)
from "The Phenomenal Handclap Band"
(Friendly Fire Recordings)

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210 - Write Killer Advertising Copy and Boost Your Sales

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:13:33 PDT

Podcast Number 210

Give your sales a boost. Writing good advertising copy can make a big difference in the sales you generate from your newsletters or website. Barry talks about a fantastic book that will teach you to write killer ads. The book is "The Adweek Copywriting Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Writing Powerful Advertising and Marketing Copy from One of America's Top Copywriters,"
by Joseph Sugarman. Barry talks about some of the methods of writing good advertising copy that are highlighted in the book. This book should be on your shelf and read and re-read. If you want to boost yours sales this show is one you must listen to and the book is a must read.

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My apologies to Cessy Meechum. Cessy was a guest on Show Number 208. I spelled the link to Cessy's website incorrectly. Here is the proper link to Cessy's website - http://www.travelwithcessy.com/. Please check out Cessy's website for great information about tours to Italy. Cessy is willing to work with you and your clients on great tours to Italy.
Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!

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David Gibson
"French Press" (mp3)
from "A Little Somethin'"
(Posi-Tone)

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209 – Tom Ogg Talks About Growing Your Travel Business

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 08:51:31 PDT

Podcast Number 209

Tom Ogg joins Barry and Lorene to talk about how travel agents can grow their business. Tom offers a valuable resources for the travel agent at his travel agent community website www.hbtacommunity.com. Tom compares the HbtaCommunity to the proverbial water cooler where travel agents can hang out and share ideas, problems and successes. The community has over 3,000 members and is free to join. However, you must be an active travel agent to participate.

Tom has co-authored a book, "Marketing and Sales Prescriptions for Today's Economy and Beyond." Tom says this is a great book for when you are out of marketing ideas and you need to kick start your business. You can find the book at the HbtaCommunity website.

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

Dena DeRose
"When Lights Are Low" (mp3)
from "Live at Jazz Standard Volume Two"
(MAXJAZZ)

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208 - Women and Italy, A Great Combination for Travel and Commissions

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:53:29 PDT

Podcast Number 208

Cessy Meacham joins the show to talk about her tours to Italy for women. Cessy's tours focus on areas of Italy of particular interest for women - such as shopping. You can book your clients on Cessy's tours and she shares the commissions with you.

Plus, Cessy makes an offer to you, one of the most generous offers ever made on this show. Listen in and learn more and learn more about Cessy's tours at www.travelwithcessy.com.

Travel News

Vacation twittering lets thieves know you are not home.

CLIA's "You Deserve a Vacation" campaign

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

The music in this show can be found at www.garageband.com. The song played in the show is "Bay Light Lullaby" by the band The Gregory Morris Group.

207 - Protecting Your Valuable Time and Locking in Commissions

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 12:33:31 PDT

Podcast Number 207

Your time is valuable as a travel professional. A "Plan to Go" agreement will separate serious clients from those who are shopping and using your expertise but not giving you their business. Barry and Lorene discuss the "Plan to Go" agreement described by author Tom Ogg in the Travel Trade magazine. Barry points out a couple of caveats not discussed in the article you may consider before using a "Plan to Go" agreement.

Visit Tom Ogg's home based travel agent community at www.hbtacommunity.com.

Travel News
Travel Protection - Caution
Apple Vacation's "Ask an Agent" program
Five ways to survive summer travel season

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The music in this show can be found at GarageBand.com. The song played in the show is "Salt of the Sea" by the band Switchyard.

206 - Another Great Maui Resort For Your Clients - The Fairmont Kea Lani

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 24 May 2009 20:16:19 PDT

Podcast Number 206

The Fairmont Kea Lani on the island of Maui is a place where your clients will experience romantic beach side sunsets and top notch customer service. Lorene and I talk with June Nozoe and Erin Frank about this fabulous resort. Your clients will love you for sending them to the Fairmont Kea Lani and you will be rewarded with points for your stay at the Fairmont Resorts through the Fairmont Famous program for travel agents.

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The music in this show can be found at Faith Ako's Website. The music is available on Amazon.com and through Itunes. The song played on the show is "Maui Sunset."

205 - Learn About a Great Property in Hawaii Your Clients Will Love

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 17 May 2009 18:01:00 PDT

Podcast Number 205

On a recent trip to Hawaii, Lorene stayed at the Westin Villas at Kanapali. Lorene fell in love with the property and decided she must have someone from the Villas as a guest on the show. Meghan Silva, the sales manager at Westin Villas at Kanapali, joins us in the co-hosted segment to talk about this beautiful property. Listen to the show and learn why your clients will love you for setting them up with a stay at the Westin Villas at Kanapali.

Travel agents can learn more at Starwood Hawaii travel agent site.

Travel News

Disney's Piggy Bank

Carnival resumes stops in Mexico

Airline fares not falling

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204 - Holland America Line Fam Trips and Education Opportunities

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 09 May 2009 20:54:01 PDT

Podcast Number 204

Learn about taking advantage of top of the line familiarization (fam) trips and training offered by the Holland America cruise lines. We talk with Rene Spatz the sales development manager for Holland America. Renee describes the fam trips and training you can take advantage of to boost your expertise and sales skills when offering your clients vacations they will love. We discuss group cruise opportunities that will boost your bottom line and bring you referrels. Listen in, you don't want to miss this show.

Travel News

Hotel reviews simplified at Raveable.com

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Stephanie Cooke
"I Thank You" (mp3)
from "I Thank You 2009"
(King Street Sounds)

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203 - All Things Hawaiian

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 03 May 2009 17:40:55 PDT

Podcast Number 203

Lorene returns from Hawaii and we discuss some of Lorene's favorite Hawaiian things. Barry suggests some changes to the Home Based Travel Agent show and seeks listener's opinions about the potential changes.

Links

Now is the time to book your trip to Mexico

Travel Resources on Twitter

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Cohen
"Rolling in Your Waves" (mp3)
from "Newsuperheros Fan Club Singles #2 - EP"
(Newsuperheros Music)

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202 - Gary Ebels Talks About Disney Resources

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:22:57 PDT

Podcast Number 202

Lorene is vacationing in Hawaii so we have Gary Ebels joinining the show as co-host. Gary talks about Disney resources you can use to keep up on the Disney experience or you can refer your clients to the resources. Put on your mouse ears and listen in to learn about Disney. The links Gary talks about are:

Books
The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2009

Disney Sites
Walt Disney World

Disney Fan Sites
Allears
Mouse Savers
DIS
The Disney Blog
Magical Mountain
Inside the Magic
Mouse Planet
Laughing Place
Intercot

Podcasts
WDW Today
Inside the Magic
WDW Radio Show

Mouscellanies
Mouse World Radio

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Marie-Pierre Arthur
"Pourquoi" (mp3)
from "Marie-Pierre Arthur"
(Bonsound Records)

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201 - Learn About Anchorage and What it Has to Offer Your Clients

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 13:43:25 PDT

Podcast Number 201

Alaska cruise season is starting soon and cruise prices have never been lower. The Anchorage Tourism and Visitors' Bureau offers the travel professional a wealth of resources to aid you in selling pre-cruise or post-cruise packages. Tanya Hancock of the Anchorage Tourism and Visitors' Bureau joins the show to talk about how you can help your clients get the most out of their Alaska cruise.

Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

Kristine W
"Love is the Look (Love to Infinity If Hooks Could Kill Radio)" (mp3)
from "Love is the Look"
(Fly Again)

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200 - Selling Seattle and Celebrating Show Two Hundred

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 19:55:08 PDT

Podcast Number 200

Don't forget to sell Seattle when you book an Alaska cruise. Here we are at show 200 and talking about one of our favorite cities. Our guest in this show is Marj Snyder with the Seattle Visitors' Bureau. Marj talks about how you can sell Seattle when you are working with clients traveling to the west coast. Their website at www.visitseattle.org has a whole section devoted to the travel agent professional to assist you in selling Seattle. Also, in this show we celebrate our 200th show. You will hear clips from show number one, a clip from Lorene's first appearance on the show and an exciting clip I recorded during a whale watching trip while visiting Seattle.

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Twilight Hotel
"Viva la Vinyl" (mp3)
from "Highway Prayer"
(Corazong Records)

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199 - Eco Excursions and Unusual Travel Requests

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 20:26:45 PDT

Podcast Number 199

Eco travel is becoming popular but did you know that your clients can experience eco travel as an excursion? Learn about an eco excursion option you can offer to your clients when they reach their vacation or cruise destinations. Also, in this show learn about some of the unusual vacations requests your fellow travel agents have had to entertain.

Travel News

U.S. tourism to Cuba may soon become a reality

Travel agent card mills are ripping off consumers

Weird travel agent requests

Portland, Oregon visitor's bureau uses Twitter to answer tourist's questions

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

Emilie-Claire Barlow
"Comin' Home Baby" (mp3)
from "Haven't We Met?"
(Empress Music Group Inc)

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198 - Ideas to Promote Yourself and Grow Your Business

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 19:43:49 PDT

Podcast Number 198

Boosting your business is all about promoting yourself. Barry and Lorene talk about ways you can promote yourself and your business. Our discussion centers around Dave Stockert's book, The IDEA MACHINE II. Dave offers over 300 ideas on how to promote your business and generate more sales.

The Australian Company, Thirsty Swagman Tours is looking for a travel agent in the U.S. to follow up on leads in the U.S. and Canada. Call Kenneth at their 24 hour number +61 8 9257 3898 if you are interested. Or, email him at info@thirstyswagman.com.

Travel News

Cruise line executives cautiously optimistic about staying afloat

AccuWeather meteorologist predicts fewer hurricanes for the 2009 season

Royal Caribbean to offer a land and cruise vacation

Book your hotel on the layaway plan

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

The Phenomenal Handclap Band
"You'll Disappear" (mp3)
from "IODA SXSW Opening Day Bash Sampler 2009"
(ioda)

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197 - Looking for a Fam Trip Opportunity - Here's a Great One

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 13:45:40 PDT

Podcast Number 197

Holland America Cruise line is offering a familiarization trip you don't want to miss. The trip is an Alaska cruise plus a 10 day land excursion package. Lorene talks about this trip and what it takes to sign up. Listen to the show to learn more and you can visit the fam trip web page by clicking here - HAL Fam Trip.

Travel News

U.S. attempting to impose new requirement for cruise ships in international water.

Ten great Irish Pubs to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Carnival Cruise Lines will begin using Seattle for Alaska Cruises.

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Karen Ashbrook / Paul Oorts
"Breton Dance - Star Of Munster" (mp3)
from "Celtic Cafe"
(Maggie's Music)

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196 - Considering a Host Agency? You Need to Hear This!

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 17:18:56 PST

Podcast Number 196

Jackie Friedman, General Manager of Nexion, joins Lorene and I to talk about host agencies. Jackie gives us insight about Nexion as a host agency and what they have to offer travel agents. Nexion offers great support for its agents through their "Accelerate Your Success" program and "Power of the Network" support system.

In addition, Jackie is on the board of directors at the Professional Association of Travel Hosts (PATH). PATH's purpose is to establish strict operating and performance standards for its members. You should consider a PATH member host agency if you are a travel agent seeking a host agency.

Travel News

Disney is going to Twitter

Disney resort and hotel construction is underway in Hawaii

A new website where people with disabilities share their travel experiences

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

The Airmen of Note
"Blues for Mundy" (mp3)
from "Today"
(Altissimo!)

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195 - Two Nations Expo and Selling Your Expertise as a Travel Agent

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 19:32:04 PST

Podcast Number 194

Lorene joins Barry in the co-hosted segment where we talk about the Two Nations Expo which Lorene recently attended. We also discuss the advantages of using a travel agent and how the travel agent's expertise can not be matched by the big discount travel sellers.

Travel News

Ryanair considers charging to go to the bathroom!

Music cruises are becoming popular

Twitter and the travel industry

Always dry swim wear

Electronic cigarettes on airplanes

Online check-in for Disney Resorts

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

Mike Aiken
"Thank You - My Buffett Tune" (mp3)
from "Hula Girl Highway"
(Aspirion Records)

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194 - Cory Andrichuck Joins Lorene and Barry to Talk About Taking Your Business to a Higher Level

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:09:57 PST

Podcast Number 194

Cory Andrichuck of brandUcoaching joins Lorene and Barry to talk about his new business. Cory helps home based travel agents take their business to a new level. Cory will take you through thought provoking exercises and help you develop your business through innovative business strategies. Cory wants to challenge you to rethink your business and become aware of the difference between the "self-employed" and the successful entrepreneur. Join Lorene, Barry and Cory on this podcast to learn more.

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John Lee Sanders
"Midnight in New Orleans" (mp3)
from "Live At Rock Beach"
(John Lee Sanders)

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193 - Two Nations Travel Show, Learn About Great Opportunities for Your Clients

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:29:21 PST

Podcast Number 193

Linda Botts joins Lorene and I to talk about the Two Nations Vacation Travel Show. The show features forty vendors highlighting vacation opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. Linda is the Vice President for Sales for Clipper Vacations and is the organizer of the Two Nations Vacation event. Clipper Vacations has a long history of working with travel agents designing special vacations for your clients in the Pacific Northwest.

Travel News

American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) trains agents members how to use their travel agent directory to produce more business. This news item is from a Smart Brief news article.

Carlson Hotels launch a "Big Bonus" travel agent promotion.

Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!

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Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

Preservation Hall Jazz Band
"Bill Bailey (Won't You Please Come Home)" (mp3)
from "Songs of New Orleans"
(Preservation Hall)

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192 - Develop Your Own Tour Guide Business With Help From "Tours by Locals"

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 19:21:34 PST

Podcast Number 192

Do you live in an area that attracts tourist? If so, you have a business opportunity waiting for you. Barry and Lorene interview Greg Scott and Paul Melhus from Tours by Locals. Listen in and learn how you can create a tour guide business in your home town. You don't have to be an experience tour guide. Tours by Locals will help you set up your tour business and then market your business on their website. This is a great opportunity to compliment your travel agent business with local tours.

Travel News

Webinar to learn how you can profit from Chinese tourists coming to the U.S.

OSSN is starting a home based travel agent blog.

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The music in today's show is by Edgar Gabriel's String Fusion Band. The song is, "Will You Be My Valentine."

You can purchase the song at CDbaby.

Visit the website for the String Fusion Band.

191 - The World of Training and Travel Expos Await You

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 03:53:46 PST

Show Number 191

Now is the time to take advantage of training opportunities and trades shows. Lorene and Barry talk about upcoming travel trade shows and traivel training opportunities. Some of the trade shows are online so you don't have to travel to take advantage of the opportunities. Come on board and listen in to learn more.

Travel Trade Magazine has a comprehensive list of upcoming events. You can find the list by clicking on the "Event" tab.

News Links:

Marriott's Enhanced Travel Agent Training Program

A nudist colony a peek away from Disney World

Disney Cruise Lines Ranked No. 1

N.Y. Times Readers' picks of where to travel

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Andy Scott
"Fishin'" (mp3)
from "Don't Tempt Fate"
(Shelly Bay Music LLC)

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190 - Put a Tour Guide in Your Pocket

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:32:28 PST

Show Number 190

Would you like a tour guide in your pocket? One that you can use whenever you like and wherever your are. HearPlanet offers such a service. Listen to the podcast and learn how you can have a tour guide for over 250,000 locations on the planet.

Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!

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Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzb

Check out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.
Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!

Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

Dena DeRose
"A Walk In The Park (With James)" (mp3)
from "A Walk In The Park"
(MAXJAZZ)
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189 - Lorene and Barry Answer Questions From a New Travel Agent

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:25:25 PST

Show Number 189

Lucianne Evans joins Lorene and Barry in the co-hosted segment of the show.
Lucianne is a new travel agent. She turns the tables and interviews Lorene
and Barry. Lucianne asks questions such as, "I have a friend who books
travel online." "How do I ask him to book travel through me?" "Do I have to
spend money on expensive travel booking software to run a travel business?"
Plus, Barry reviews several articles identifying travel trends for 2009.
Learn what people are doing with their travel plans for 2009.

News:
Where the pros are betting their travel dollars in 2009.

Travel is still a priority in the lives of Americans.

Orbitz Travel Trends

Destinations that may prove hot this year

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You can find Lucianne Evan's CD "Flamingo," at www.cdbaby.com/evanscoppola.

188 - New Year Reminders to Help You and Your Business

barry@hometravelagent.net (Barry R. Kantz) — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 18:18:23 PST

Show Number 188

The New Year has arrived and it's good to start the year on the right foot. Barry and Lorene discuss activities they are engaging in right now to help their business and personal lives.

We discuss filing systems, a great productivity product called Evernote plus something important for you to insure a healthy new year.

Travel News:

The cost of airfares dropping?

Involuntary bankruptcy for Joystar

Great travel deals in 2009

Travel intentions of Americans remain robust

It makes sense to use a travel agent

Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!

Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener
Barry's Twitter name is kantzb

Check out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.

Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com

Dancebeat
"Mamma Mia" (mp3)
from "Dancebeat 16 - Mamma Mia Let's Dance"
(Tema Digital Media)

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