Tuesday, February 18, 2025
1:00 - 1:15 PM | 30 UNDER 30 PANEL
Moderated by: Ruthanne Terrero, Executive Editor, Questex Travel Group
Featuring:
Jamie Bosley, Travel Advisor, Blissful Honeymoons & Destination Weddings
Kendra Wagner, Founder & CEO, Kendra Wagner Travel
Members of our 30Under30 Class of 2024 discuss the ins and outs of selling romance vacations.
1:20 - 1:35 PM | SAIL UNIQUE WITH EXPLORA JOURNEYS, A LUXURY HOTEL AT SEA
Aimee Price, Head of Sales, North America, Explora Journeys
Join Aimee Price, Head of Sales, North America, for an immersive update on Explora Journeys, the epitome of cosmopolitan European luxury redefining the ocean experience reminiscent of the world's finest boutique hotels. Explore how our three stunning ships envelop guests in sophisticated design, exceptional service, and a relaxed atmosphere, fostering a sense of tranquility and indulgence. Guests have confessed that it’s the time spent onboard that imprints itself most dreamily into their consciousness, even more vividly than the stunning places visited on each journey. Amongst the many elements of our ships’ appeal is the abundance of outdoor seating and lounging areas – around the ship’s three outdoor pools and tucked away in seemingly secret nooks – that nurture one’s sense of tranquility – or as we call it, one’s Ocean State of Mind. Join our community and learn how Explora Journeys brand positioning and policies support our partnership, they are bold, industry first and put you at the very center.
1:40 - 1:55 PM | SANDALS & BEACHES RESORTS ALL-INCLUSIVE DESTINATION WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS
Wendy White, Senior Manager, Training & Development, Weddings & Celebrations, Unique Vacations, Inc., Worldwide Representative for Sandals & Beaches Resorts
This presentation will provide an overview of our wedding packages, wedding venues and island inspired décor. We’ll share details on our romance programs, which were designed to help Travel Advisors close the sale and enhance revenue.
2:00 - 2:15 PM | HOW TO MAKE YOUR HONEYMOONERS CLIENTS FOR LIFE
Matt Turner, Editor, Questex Travel Group
April Schmitt, Founder, Divine Travel Company
April Schmitt shares tips for booking destination weddings and honeymoons, as well as the best ways to convert those couples into clients for life.
2:15 - 2:30 PM | LIVE GIVEAWAY & JOINT Q&A SESSION