Travel Webinars

Exploring the Heart of Antarctica and the Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand & Australia with Heritage Expeditions
2022-02-09 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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Join Heritage Expeditions’ Aaron Russ as we follow in the footsteps of Antarctic expedition legends into the historical heart of Antarctica and the world’s largest marine sanctuary, the Ross Sea. Explore the world’s most remote Subantarctic Islands and UNESCO World Heritage Sites before walking on the ice with Emperor and Adelie Penguins and Weddell Seals, cruising the Ross Ice Shelf and stepping inside the historic huts of Shackleton and Scott on this unforgettable 28-day bucket list adventure.
Having made his first visit to Antarctica’s Ross Sea at the age of 8, join Aaron as he shares his adventures at one of the most remote and pristine places on Earth on Heritage’s Expeditions iconic ‘In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton voyage. With shipping restricted by impenetrable pack ice to just two brief months each austral summer very few people will ever experience this frozen wilderness where nature reigns on a scale so grand there are no words to describe it. This expedition also includes the tiny havens of the Bounty, Antipodes, Snares, Auckland, Campbell and Macquarie Subantarctic Islands home to some of the most abundant and unique wildlife and flora in the world.

Travel Agency Websites and Social Media with Impact
2022-02-02 02:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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TAP into Romantic Road to the Passion Play
2022-02-01 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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Join TAP Partner Shannon Larsen of Ed-Ventures as she presents how you’ll feel like royalty embarking on this fascinating tour of the castles, medieval towns, and charming landscapes that make up Bavaria’s Romantic Road. We’ll explore Heidelberg and Rothenberg, ascend to the highest vantage point in Germany, and tour the splendid Neuschwanstein Castle. We’ll finish our tour with a stay in Munich, including a tour of the BMW facilities, but not before experiencing the story of our Faith at the once-a-decade Passion Play in Oberammergau.

Classically Romantic Travel Experiences in NYC, DC, Philly & Boston
2022-01-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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The sweet month of love is approaching! Many travel fans start planning a romantic vacation with their significant other to celebrate love or look for booking a classic vacation as a Valentine’s gift. Beyond Times Square is here to help. In the upcoming webinar, our General Manager Joel Cohen will give you an update on our main destinations and show you the most sought-after romantic travel experiences that will long be remembered after your exciting vacation. Attendees of the webinar will receive early access to a Beyond Times Square Free eBook: 10 Charming Spring Travel Experiences in Boston (branded & white-labeled) and an NYC Romantic Travel Zoom meeting background.
The highlights of the webinar are:
• Destination Update: NYC, DC, Philly & Boston
o Latest Vaccine and Mask Requirements
o An Update on Broadway
o What’s New? Recently Debuted Attractions
• Book Travel with Confidence – BTSQ Flexible Booking Policy 2022
• Luxurious & Elegant: Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise in NYC
• And Just Like That – NYC Private “Sex & the City” Tour and Shopping Experience
• Deluxe & Private: DC Monuments and Memorials Limo Pedicab Tour
• Get Your Art Fix with Your Soulmate: Five Must Visit Art Museums in Philly
• Taste the Culture Together: Private North End Italian Food Tasting Tour in Boston
• Hot! VIP Exclusive Broadway Experiences at The Music Man & Hamilton
• 2022 NYC Thanksgiving Parade Viewing Party – Get your tickets before price increases!
• Q&A: Interact with our destination experts for more info

Our Favorite Experiences around Spain & Portugal
2022-01-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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Join me, Marcy Forman, Co-Owner of Valesa Cultural Services- Spain, Portugal, Morocco & France, for this webinar highlighting our team picks for the best Fun Education around Spain and Portugal. Most known for all things cultural, especially with art and culinary focus, Valesa has expanded your options in both areas, in addition to our newer nature experiences. With more local expertise and different specialties than any other agency, Valesa brings education to life with fun, authentic experiences with locals and hands-on sensorial learning.
In 2022 we proudly offer you the most authentic and enriching experiences, while maintaining Clean & Safe standards throughout with training and inspections.
We hope to see you there!

African Destination Spotlight: Zambia, Zimbabwe & Botswana with Bushtracks
2022-01-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Join the Bushtracks Africa team for a destination spotlight on the Kaza region of Southern Africa; Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana! Learn from the local experts about each country’s highlights, suggested itineraries, top properties, travel logistics, favorite activities and how to pronounce some of those trickier names! Bushtracks is the only DMC with offices, staff and vehicles in all 3 countries. We own the Royal Livingstone Express (Zambia) and the Bushtracks Express (Zimbabwe) steam trains along with a fleet of boats and vehicles to move your clients seamlessly throughout the region and across borders.

Ultra-luxe travel to Peru with Blue Parallel
2022-01-18 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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Join Blue Parallel’s Peru travel expert on a luxury journey throughout this fascinating South American country. Together we will follow in the footsteps of the Incas in Machu Picchu, then explore Cusco’s cultural and culinary highlights. We’ll hike and bike in the Sacred Valley – visiting the salt terraces of Maras without the crowds – and enjoy the best that Lima has to offer.
Blue Parallel’s luxury Peru journeys feature our signature insider access experiences: how about a pisco tasting in a private home, a cooking class with an acclaimed chef, a music demo with a renowned Peruvian musician, or a private luxury train carriage journey to Machu Picchu? These authentic adventures are accompanied by exclusive accommodations and gourmet meals in spectacular settings.
We look forward to having you with us on this 20-minute webinar. There will be a live Q&A session after the presentation.
If you can’t make it at the scheduled time, please register anyway to receive a recording of the webinar for future reference.

TAP into The Adventures of Chief Inspector Gamache & Flavors of Quebec
2022-01-18 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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Canadian author Louise Penny has written dozens of murder mysteries featuring Chief Inspector Armand Gamache in Montreal, Quebec City and the Charlevoix region. Join him (aka TAP Partner Jim Warren of Anderson Vacations) as he takes us on a unique tour of the cities, villages, and personal haunts as he unlocks the mysteries and flavors of Quebec.

TAP into Railroads of the Old West
2022-01-04 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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Join TAP Partner Shannon Larsen of Ed-Ventures to ride the rails to experience the beauty of Colorado and New Mexico. We’ll stay at hotels surrounded by the spectacular Rocky Mountains and magnificent red cliffs! Enjoy four special train rides highlighting scenery that get better each day. You’ll travel through America’s wilderness, tour a silver mine, and ride a jeep over Corkscrew Pass. Relive Old West history the way the cowboys and settlers did in the 1800s. We visit the Great Sand Dunes National Park and the Royal Gorge and end with a tranquil drive through Nebraska’s prairies.

TAP into Be Your Customer's MVP with These Great Sports Packages
2021-12-21 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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Join TAP Partner Michael Coldesina of Sports Travel and Tours as we round the bases with 4 great sporting events for 2022 and 2023. Baseball Hall of Fame Classic Weekend, Baseball All-Star Game, Gems of Southeast Europe River Cruise with Former Major League Umpire Al Clark and the Tournament of Roses Parade.

Discover the Russian Far East and Russian Arctic with Heritage Expeditions
2021-12-14 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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Join Heritage Expeditions’ Aaron Russ as we explore the remote wilderness of the Russian Far East where nature reigns in unfathomable numbers with departures from Nome, Alaska. Aaron will share details of these incredible expeditions which immerse travelers in the unique culture, rich history and prolific wildlife that is worlds away from the Russia you might know.
Isolated, hard to reach and inaccessible to traditional travelers, the Russian Far East is a treasure trove of pristine wilderness which pioneering expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has been sharing with intrepid travelers since 1993. Clients looking to experience a genuine adventure, not a tour, and where travel is on nature’s terms need look no further. From rambling Polar bears and their cubs on Wrangel Island, the world’s Polar Bear denning capital, to pods of feeding whales and towering cliffs abounding with seabirds to traditional villages and unforgettable cultural encounters, massive Walrus haul outs and striking landscapes each day in the Russian Far East is an epic adventure of discovery. Whether your client is a birder, photographer, historian, wildlife enthusiast, or simply an adventurous spirit, these expeditions offer an unparalleled wilderness experience in a world very few will ever experience.

Hungary: Prepared to be WOW’d in 2022
2021-12-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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Presented by TravelResearchOnline.
Hungary welcomes all visitors, because its beauty and tourist values have not faded in the past pandemic, very difficult period. There have been many tourist developments and Hungary welcomes everyone in all its Christmas – Holiday season glory.
During the webinar, the Hungarian Tourism Agency will outline its plans for next year, when, and where it plans to organize personal activity events in the USA.
We will also give details of the Central European Tourism Forum/Budapest which will be held 22-26 February 2022, and our plans to organize a FAM trip. We will also talk about the upcoming ASTA River Cruise Expo taking place in Budapest in mid-March 2022, which has already attracted 500 registrations from the US.
And, if you can’t make it to Budapest, we are also planning our Hungary Virtually event, for February and will tell you how to register.
This year-end webinar will be a whirlwind of excitement as we share all our plans to WOW you!
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All Aboard with VIA Rail Canada!
2021-12-08 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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Presented by TravelResearchOnline.
There’s no other mode of transportation that allows your clients to experience Canada so intimately and comfortably as travelling by train. For those looking to explore the big cities of the Quebec City-Toronto corridor, take in the breathtaking views of a morning sunrise in the Rocky Mountains or visit the coastal communities of Atlantic Canada and anywhere in between, VIA Rail’s cross-country network can take travellers where they want to go year-round. For a stress-free journey, use the train and treat your clients to comfort and friendly service while they sit back and leisurely watch the countryside from spacious seats or cozy onboard accommodations. From the value of Economy class, attentive service in Business class, comfort in Sleeper Plus complete with freshly prepared meals and domed observations cars or the ultimate experience in Prestige class, there’s no better way to discover Canada than by train.
Come and learn about the routes and regions served by VIA Rail and why a trip to Canada aboard one of our trains could be the perfect way for your clients to plan their next getaway.
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As an added bonus, attend our webinar and get a package of 10 social media memes to use in your own promotions. You must attend in order to receive the memes.

A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Top-Notch Winter Vacation with Beyond Times Square
2021-12-07 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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“I love your tours! How do I book with Beyond Times Square?” You asked us, so we are going to showcase how we work with you to create top-notch FIT and group travel experiences for this winter and beyond.
In the upcoming webinar, our General Manager Joel Cohen will present a step-by-step guide to making your travel dream come true with Beyond Times Square, for both travel advisors and travelers. What’s more, Joel will also share his insider knowledge about the top 10 exciting winter activities in our destinations that will inspire your vacation planning! Attendees of the webinar will receive early access to a Beyond Times Square Free eBook: 10 Fun Winter Activities in NYC, DC and Philly (branded & white-labeled) and an NYC Winter Travel Zoom meeting background. The highlights of the webinar are:
• An Update on NYC, DC & Philly
• Classic! NYC Neighborhood Tours in 2022
• A Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Top-Notch Vacation with BTSQ
• How We Take Care of Our Clients: The BTSQ Hospitality
• The Top 10 Exciting Winter Activities that Inspire Travel
o Kaleidoscope of NYC: Jazz, Fashion, Gourmet food & Hot Chocolate
o “Enchant DC”: Light Maze, Ice Skating & Holiday Garden Display
o Festive Philly: A Longwood Christmas & The Mummers Parade
• Exclusive Broadway VIP Experiences – Get your tickets before they are gone!
• Q&A: Interact with our destination experts for more info

TAP into Tours You Dream About
2021-12-07 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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Join TAP Partner Shannon Larsen of Ed-Ventures who will present two different tours highlighting what many can only dream about! “Toast to Tuscany” – a special tour of Italy for small numbers including a wonderful stay in a villa and “Germany, Switzerland & Austria” – featuring dramatic scenery including the Swiss Alps, cultural highlights and fabulous foods of central Europe. It’s all about the fabulous, fun, flirtatious, frank and fantastic of these fascinating destinations!
Germany, Switzerland & Austria: Experience the “Gemütlichkeit” of Munich and pause to remember a moment in history at Dachau. Listen to the Sound of Music and relive the memories of the “von Trapps” in Salzburg. Tour spectacular places. Dine on “Bratwurst, Spätzle and Schnitzel,” Swiss chocolate and more. Be enthralled with the drama of the Passion Play. Enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau from the Kleine Scheidegg. Travel on the romantic road and walk the ramparts in the medieval walled city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Finish off this amazing tour with a glass of wine overlooking the Rhine River. This is your chance to experience a once-in-a-lifetime tour of some of the most beautiful places in scenic Europe, where dreams do come true!
Toast to Tuscany: We have updated this extremely popular tour to be a small group experience with a luxury villa stay! We explore northern Italy, from Venice to Rome, with a lengthy break in the celebrated Tuscany region. Our Venice stay includes a tour of the canals, St. Mark’s and the central area and Murano’s glassmaking district. We spend a night in La Spezia in the Cinque Terre, two nights Florence and another in the Siena area literally drinking in the ambience and wine! We end in Rome, including visits to the Vatican and the Roman ruins…truly a dreamy destination! Don’t forget to throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain so we can say “Arrivederci!” – until we meet again.

Custom African Safaris & Global Private Jet Expeditions
2021-12-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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Join us for an introduction to Bushtracks Expeditions! KC Hoppe, Director of Business Development, USA will co-present with David Tett, Founder and CEO to share the Bushtracks Difference and what sets us apart from other operators. We’ll also take a deep dive into our Private Jet Expedition itineraries for 2022 and 2023. We’ll share all the highlights and leave plenty of time for Q&A. We look forward to seeing you!

Discover the World's Best-Kept Secrets with Heritage Expeditions
2021-12-01 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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Pioneering expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has been exploring some of the most unique and remote islands, coasts and shorelines on Earth for more than 35 years with small groups of between 18 and 140 intrepid travellers aboard their purpose-built expedition ships Heritage Adventurer, Spirit of Enderby, Akademik Shokalskiy and Heritage Explorer on voyages ranging from 5 – 29 days.
Join our webinar with Heritage Expeditions Aaron Russ to discover his family’s long history in authentic, conservation-driven small-ship expedition cruising and their wealth of experience, knowledge and passion for the destinations they explore.

TAP into Coeur d’Alene Tribal Cultural Experience
2021-11-23 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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Enjoy the stunning North Idaho beauty. Immerse yourself in the traditions, stories and culture of the Coeur d’ Alene Tribal people through traditional Lifeways workshops, Tribal guided tours, Authentic Cultural Dinners and more. Experience the land that the Coeur d’ Alene Tribe has called home for thousands of years. A destination featuring a world-class spa, luxury accommodations, championship golf and acclaimed restaurants. Explore what our surrounding communities offer with Northwest Foodie tours, Lake Cruises, Cider Factory Tour and much, much more. Join Shebby Lee Tours and The Coeur d’ Alene Casino for a Northern Idaho/Eastern Washington experience to be never forgotten.

The Future is Private
2021-11-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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You are invited to join Liz Crookston of Bush and Beyond to learn why she thinks the future of African safaris will be “private & exclusive” after our time of self isolation & social distancing.
We are living in challenging times and particularly for the travel industry, but Liz believes there is pent up demand for travel. However, our clients will have different needs & wants and those will lead for a request for private exclusive safaris.
During our webinar you’ll learn about:
. Why safaris will be the vacation of choice
. How they will change as our clients demand privacy & exclusivity
. What a private safari could look like for a family of 4 or a multi-generational group of 10
This webinar will be full of information that will help you prepare for the future of travel. Plus, Liz will give you some great ideas for private exclusive safari itineraries.

Calling All Foodies - Live from Mumbai!
2021-11-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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As India’s borders open for international travel, Big Five is continuing the commitment to showcasing India’s vibrant food scene. Our latest installment brings us back to Harsh, our premier guide in Mumbai as he walks through the street food of Mumbai. India is alive again.
Don’t take our word for it, come see of yourself.

ME Ecuador: Meet Alberto "El Caretero" (The Mask Maker)
2021-11-10 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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You are invited to take a few minutes and join us for our next live stream from Quito, where you will meet, Alberto “El Caretero” (The Mask Maker).
In one of the most traditional neighborhoods in the historic downtown Quito, La Loma Grande, a place as magical as the people who live and work in it. For more than two decades, very close to “La Mama Cuchara” El Caretero has been making beautiful handmade paper and cardboard masks. They are representations of Ecuadorian popular culture.
They are made with the same technique of yesteryear, in clay molds and paste, which are then painted completely by hand. In addition, El Caretero of la Loma Grande exhibits a demonstration of skill when creating unique pieces by hand and invites you to participate in its creation. Discover and learn how his process is and let yourself be charmed by its art and tradition.
Having this knowledge makes you better, more valuable as an agent and in turn, transforms this client’s journey into a life changing series of moments. We hope you will enjoy meeting El Caretero on this call and learning more about how YOU can be a part of this movement simply by listening and sharing.
ME Ecuador’s Founding Members are:
Ashish Sanghrajka, Big Five Tours & Expeditions
Sebastian Vergara, Art Hotels Ecuador
Santiago Martinez, Gentian Trails
Gabriella Riberio, TRUMARKETING
Leigh Strinsky, Dot2Dot Travel Webinars

TAP into Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
2021-11-09 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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Join Jason Murray of Southwest Adventure Tours as he presents this tour of destinations around Albuquerque, New Mexico that is tailored to attend the 2022 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on its 50th anniversary! After attending the festival, travelers will be immersed in the Puebloan Cultures of New Mexico, with a day in the Southwest art mecca of Santa Fe, and visit to Chimayo and Taos.
Go on this tour to enjoy the rich, diverse and vibrant cultures of New Mexico as you experience one of the greatest visual spectacles on Earth. During this 6-day journey, you will not only be thrilled by the Balloon Fiesta, but will also be touched by the enduring Pueblo Cultures that have existed for centuries and continue to thrive today. It is truly a Land of Enchantment!

ADVENTURES OF THE ATLANTIC - U.S. East Coast with Lindblad Expeditions
2021-10-27 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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Lindblad Expeditions is thrilled to announce that we will travel along our Eastern shores on the National Geographic Sea Lion for the first time ever!
Join Lesa Bain for an exclusive look at our newest itineraries that explore rugged islands teeming with wildlife and legends, inspiring local conservation efforts, thriving beautifully biodiverse marine and forest habitats, and the historical and cultural wonders of untold stories hidden along our Eastern seaboard.

TAP into Circle Michigan
2021-10-26 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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The State of Michigan is blessed with the riches of unspoiled nature: lakes that feel like oceans, golden beaches, an abundance of fresh produce straight from the farm, glorious sunrises and sunsets and endless opportunities for relaxation and fun. Join TAP Partner Sue Biggs of Custom Holidays to learn about a trip around “The Mitten” that visits landmark destinations as well as hidden gems and treasures. Find something unique everywhere you turn.

An Insider’s Guide to Holiday Travel in New York City and Philadelphia
2021-10-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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Every holiday season, the irresistible festivity and charms attract travelers all over the world to the City of New York and Philadelphia. With their twinkly holiday lights, holiday shopping experience, spectacular shows and many other fun winter activities, these two holiday wonderlands can easily overwhelm travel planners with the abundance of travel experiences.
In the upcoming webinar, our General Manager Joel Cohen will share his insider knowledge and show you the top picks for a top-notch holiday vacation in New York City and Philadelphia. Attendees of the webinar will receive early access to a Beyond Times Square Free eBook: The Top 10 NYC Holiday Travel Activities (white-labeled) and an NYC Christmas Zoom meeting background. The highlights of the webinar are:
• An Update on NYC & Philly
• New! NYC Holiday Markets Shopping Experience with Afternoon Tea
• Private Manhattan Holiday Lights Tour
• Crazy Christmas Lights of Brooklyn
• Private Family NYC Holiday Culinary Experience
• The Top Six Holiday Activities in Philadelphia
• The Sights and Sounds of Christmas in Philadelphia: The Ultimate Holiday Tour
• Thanksgiving Parade Viewing Party – Get your tickets before they are gone!
• Q&A: Interact with our destination experts for more info

Ultra-Luxe Journeys to Argentina with Blue Parallel
2021-10-21 13:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
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We invite you to join Blue Parallel’s Argentina travel expert on a luxury journey through the highlights of this vast and diverse country. Argentina is an incredible destination featuring horseback rides through scenic Patagonia, wine tastings at award-winning vineyards in Mendoza, tango shows in the sultry city of Buenos Aires, and breathtaking geography like Iguazu Falls – to just name a few!
From the otherworldly landscapes of the north to the culturally-rich city of Buenos Aires to the adventure-filled and serene vistas of the south, Argentina is the ideal destination for all types of travelers. Always featuring insider access experiences, white-glove service, and deluxe accommodation – a Blue Parallel trip to Argentina promises to be an adventure of a lifetime!

ME Ecuador : A revolutionary tourism initiative
2021-10-19 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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Please join our next livestream so that we can introduce you to a few more of our ME’s and learn more about how YOU can be part of this movement.
ME Ecuador is a unique new tourism initiative designed to provide a pathway to success for local micro-entrepreneurs.
This collaborative board spearheading the campaign are thrilled to be able to deliver an advanced unveiling to you, where they’ll share the ethos of the program, the core elements, and the inspirational possibilities for results as the team both locally and internationally work towards fostering scalable economic ventures that provide pathways to visibility for indigenous communities, artisans and artists.
ME Ecuador’s Founding Members are:
Ashish Sanghrajka, Big Five Tours & Expeditions
Sebastian Vergara, Art Hotels Ecuador
Santiago Martinez, Gentian Trails
Gabriella Riberio, TRUMARKETING
Leigh Strinsky, Dot2Dot Travel Webinars

Cook with ILLA Experience Hotel
2021-10-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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There is a new restaurant at the leading boutique hotel in Ecuador: ILLA Experience Hotel in Quito!
Gather your ingredients and join us for a special cooking class with Chef Juan Carlos Donso.
Gastronomic culture in Ecuador is a blend of many regions, ingredients, and histories. Grains, fruits, and vegetables have been exchanged between the Amazon, the Andes, and the coast since Pre-Columbian times. These ancient ingredients and traditions later mixed with Spanish cuisine. The result is a colorful mix of delicious food! From encocado de camarones (a coconut and shrimp stew) to hornado (roast pork served with potato tortillas and avocado) Ecuadorian cuisine has something to fit everyone’s taste.
Don’t feel like cooking? That’s okay! Join us as a spectator to meet the chef and to learn about the new social project at the hotel called “THE NEST.”

BACK TO ANTARCTICA with Lindblad Expeditions
2021-10-14 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
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Lindblad Expeditions will return to Antarctica in November on the National Geographic Endurance, National Geographic Resolution, and National Geographic Explorer.
Join Lesa Bain, Vice President, North America Sales and Event Moderator, and Shaun Powell, Director of Field Staff, for an overview of our latest itineraries that will explore the incredible polar landscape filled with unparalleled views and plenty of penguins.
Excited? Us too! See you on the 14th!

Live from Kolkata and Mumbai
2021-10-13 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
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In celebration of India’s border opening which coincides with of the holy week of Navratri we will, for the first time anywhere, be hosting a virtual tour and then LIVE interaction with our guides in India. Subhankar and Avijit will be our hosts in Kolkata to narrate the ceremony and the 9 days that Hindus celebrate.
We will start with the story of the first 7 days of the celebration and then join then Dutta family LIVE as they celebrate the juncture when Ashtami ends (end of day 8) and beginning of Navami (start of day 9) which is most auspicious time of the festival. The celebration in these traditional families is an interesting feature of Kolkata’s heritage. Some of these pujas date back nearly 200 years or more and are still performed with great dedication and devotion.
