Alexandria, V.A., February 27, 2025 — The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is proud to announce the launch of its new podcast, "Travel You Can Trust: An ASTA Podcast," designed to connect travel advisors, travel professionals as well as the traveling public with trusted insights from the world's leading association of travel professionals.
The podcast is co-hosted by Alvin Adriano, Director of Education and Michael Schottey, Vice President – Membership, Marketing and Communications. The show aims to empower listeners with valuable advice from leading industry experts in an increasingly complex travel marketplace. It will also provide updates from ASTA headquarters on the association’s events and initiatives.
“With so many platforms available, we’re committed to connecting and engaging with as many travel advisors as possible," said Adriano. "Whether it’s through our events, education, social media and now through podcasting, ASTA is the hub that unites all travel professionals, fostering a strong and supportive community in the industry.”
“Travel You Can Trust” can be accessed in audio-only form on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeartRadio and in video form on ASTA’s YouTube channel. Clips will be available on ASTA’s other social media channels. We encourage any interested to subscribe to the channel of their choice to receive the episodes as soon as they are released.
The first two episodes are now available:
Episode 1: “Why Professional Travel Advisors Matter"
Join industry leaders, including Zane Kerby (ASTA President & CEO) and Vicki Freed (Royal Caribbean International SVP of Sales, Trade Support and Service), to explore the professionalization of travel advising, ASTA’s Verified Travel Advisor (VTA) program, and how consumers can navigate travel with confidence by working with trusted experts.
Episode 2: "How Advisors and Suppliers Work Together for Travelers"
Explore the critical role of professional travel advisors in creating seamless and unforgettable travel experiences. Powerhouse guests Jackie Friedman, President of Nexion Travel Group & Chair of the ASTA Board of Directors, and Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, President & CEO of Collette, explore how advisors and suppliers work together to deliver top-tier customer service.
“As the travel landscape continues to evolve, having trusted guidance is more important than ever,” said Schottey “With ‘Travel You Can Trust,’ we’re bringing the expertise of ASTA staffers and our industry partners directly to both advisors and travelers, helping them navigate the complexities of the industry.”
Future episodes are expected bi-weekly. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
For more information on “Travel You Can Trust: An ASTA Podcast” and other ASTA initiatives, visit www.asta.org.
