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154- 🚨 Uncover the HIDDEN TRUTH about Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) that could save you THOUSANDS on your next vacation! 💸

In this eye-opening episode of Travel Inspired Podcast, hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart reveal the shocking secrets behind Booking.com, Trivago, Expedia, and even big box retailers' travel deals that could make or break your travel experience.

What You'll Learn:

• The billion-dollar OTA companies controlling your travel bookings
• Why booking through third-party sites can be a MASSIVE risk
• How COVID exposed critical weaknesses in online travel booking
• Why working with a specialized travel agent is your ultimate travel protection

KEY INSIGHTS: ✓ Understand the complex world of Online Travel Agencies ✓ Learn how to avoid common travel booking pitfalls ✓ Discover insider tips for smarter, safer travel planning

Perfect for: Travel enthusiasts, budget travelers, vacation planners, digital nomads, and anyone looking to make informed travel decisions.

#TravelTips #VacationPlanning #TravelHacks #TravelInspired #VacationSmart

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153 - Discover the hottest travel trends shaping 2025! Join hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart as they explore emerging travel patterns, including the surge in solo travel, expedition cruising, and digital nomad lifestyle. Learn about dedicated solo river cruises, specialty themed voyages, and why international destinations like Japan and Eastern Europe are gaining popularity. Whether you're planning your next adventure or dreaming of working remotely from Florence, this episode unveils how travel is evolving post-pandemic. Plus, get insights on experiential travel, special event cruises, and why US National Parks are becoming bucket-list destinations.

#TravelTips #TravelInspiration #SoloTravel #DigitalNomad #ExpeditionCruise #TravelTrends2025 #Wanderlust #TravelPlanning #InternationalTravel #WorkRemote

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152 - Join Rob and Kerri Stuart as they unveil the top 7 reasons why cruising is the PERFECT multi-generational vacation. Whether you're planning a trip with grandparents, parents, and kids, or looking to create unforgettable family memories, this episode is your ultimate guide to stress-free, all-inclusive travel.

🌍 Learn about:

• Why cruises are the best multi-gen vacation option
• How to budget for a family trip years in advance
• Destinations that appeal to ALL ages
• Tips for creating lasting family memories
• Cruise options from 25 to 7,000 passengers
• Inclusive travel that eliminates hidden costs

Key Highlights:

• Insider tips from cruise travel experts
• Destinations across 7 continents
• Budget-friendly vacation planning
• Family bonding experiences

Perfect for families seeking:

• Multi-generational travel ideas
• Family vacation planning
• Cruise travel tips
• Bucket list family trips

#FamilyTravel #MultiGenerationalVacation #CruiseTips #TravelInspired #FamilyVacation

Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, this episode will transform how you think about family vacations. Don't miss out on the ultimate travel inspiration!

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151 - In this episode, join Rob and Kerri Stuart and they dive deep into the explosive trend of digital nomadism. Learn how professionals, solo travelers, families and couples are breaking free from traditional work models and turning the entire world into their office.

🌍 Key Highlights:

• What is a digital nomad?
• Explosive growth: From 7.3 to 16.9 million digital nomads in just two years
• Top destinations for remote workers
• Practical tips for becoming a digital nomad
• Challenges and opportunities of working while traveling
• Real-life stories of digital nomads transforming their lives

Whether you're dreaming of working from a beach in Bali, a café in Lisbon, or a piazza in Florence, this episode is your ultimate guide to location-independent living. Discover how technology, changing work cultures, and a spirit of adventure are redefining what it means to work and travel.

🔥 Want to turn your travel dreams into reality?

• Subscribe to the Travel Inspired Podcast
• Grab a FREE digital nomad destination guide
• Connect with Creating Magic Vacations travel advisors for personalized advice

Don't just listen—start planning your global adventure today! Tap 'Subscribe' and let's make your digital nomad dream a reality!

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150 - Are you one of the thousands of Americans who are leaving your vacation days on the table? In this game-changing episode of the Travel Inspired podcast, Rob and Kerri Stuart reveal the ultimate strategy for transforming your limited vacation time into epic travel experiences. Discover how to:

• Strategically plan mini-vacations around national holidays
• Turn 12 vacation days into 46 days of potential travel
• Avoid common pitfalls that prevent Americans from using their PTO
• Plan quarterly getaways without exhausting your time off
• Boost your mental health and work creativity through strategic travel

Shocking stats inside: 62% of employees waste their vacation time, leaving nearly $3,000 in unused paid time off on the table. Learn how to break this cycle and start creating unforgettable memories!

Perfect for:

• Corporate professionals
• Travel enthusiasts
• Vacation planners
• Remote workers
• Anyone feeling stuck in their routine

👉 Key Takeaways:

• Holiday weekend travel hacks
• Budget-friendly vacation planning
• Mental health benefits of travel
• 2025 travel inspiration

#TravelTips #VacationPlanning #WorkLifeBalance #TravelHacks #PTO

Want to turn your dream vacations into reality? Listen now and start planning your 2025 adventures!

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149 - Unlock the secrets to stress-free travel with Rob and Kerri Stuart's ultimate guide to packing smart and traveling light! 🧳✈️ In this episode of Travel Inspired, we're sharing game-changing tips that will save you time, money, and hassle on your next vacation.

Key Highlights:

• Luggage Secrets: Pro tips on choosing the right suitcase (featuring Briggs & Riley)
• Packing Masterclass: How to pack mix-and-match outfits like a pro
• Must-Have Travel Tech: Essential gadgets to make your trip smoother
• Insider Tricks: Avoiding overpacking and looking like a savvy traveler
• European Travel Wisdom: Clothing and packing tips for international adventures

Discover our favorite travel gear, including:

• Packing cubes
• Portable chargers
• Noise-cancelling headphones
• Comfortable travel shoes
• Air Tags for tracking
• Smart backpack solutions

Whether you're planning a European getaway, a cruise, or a weekend trip, this episode is packed with actionable advice to elevate your travel game. Perfect for frequent travelers, vacation planners, and travel enthusiasts looking to travel smarter, not harder!

#TravelTips #PackingHacks #TravelTech #VacationPlanning #TravelSmarter

Don't miss out – listen now and start planning your next adventure with confidence! 🌍🧳🚀

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148 - In this episode of Travel Inspired, hosts Rob and Kerri Stuart dive deep into the evolving landscape of travel in the post-Covid era. They explore how the pandemic has transformed traveler mindsets, from "revenge travel" to embracing bucket list adventures now rather than waiting for retirement. Highlighting key trends like remote work opportunities, rising popularity of cruises and all-inclusive vacations, and Americans' changing vacation habits, the hosts share insights from their decades of travel experience. They also discuss breaking travel news, including Southwest Airlines' seating policy change and Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy, offering a comprehensive overview of the current state of travel.

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147 - Discover the Top 5 Reasons to Cruise on Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas - the Newest and Largest Oasis Class Cruise Ship. On this episode, join Rob and Kerri to learn about the ship's impressive features, including Perfect Day at CocoCay, the Royal Railway dining experience, and endless onboard activities and entertainment. This episode also covers how you can combine a Utopia cruise with a theme park vacation, plus details on the CMV Heroes Project cruises that benefit Folds of Honor. Contact Creating Magic Vacations to book your Utopia of the Seas cruise and ask about our special group sailings.

Plan your vacation!

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Do you have a destination you want us to cover? Please reach out to us and let us know. You can send a direct message to us on Instagram.

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Want to learn a new language? Then use our referral code and join DuoLingo - the app. It's free, it's fun, and imagine what spending 15 mins a day learning a new language instead of mindlessly scrolling on Facebook can do for you. JOIN HERE

Remember, the world is a book and those who don't travel only read a page.

Be Travel Inspired.