{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67e4fabee6e8ce6c282a4200/6a58baa2cebd1afd44b9952f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Is she EVER in this country?","description":"<p>This week on <strong>Tales of a Travel Agent</strong>, Jake and Becky are back with another packed episode full of travel industry chat, hilarious stories and plenty of tangents.</p><p>Becky kicks things off with the chaos of trying to find a clothes steamer just minutes before a big travel industry event, before the pair discuss the latest disruption affecting the Middle East and what global events mean for travel agents and their customers.</p><p><br></p><p>They also revisit Becky’s Antarctica marketing campaign, which has already generated over <strong>£100,000 in bookings</strong>, discussing the time, investment and strategy behind building a successful specialist travel business. From quoting luxury expedition cruises to managing customer expectations, it's a fascinating insight into niche travel sales.</p><p>Becky also shares highlights from her recent FAM trip to <strong>Madeira</strong>, including whale watching, jeep safaris, the famous wicker toboggans, late nights she never expected to enjoy, and why Madeira deserves far more attention from UK travellers.</p><p><br></p><p>As always, expect honest conversations, practical business advice and plenty of stories from life as a travel agent.</p>","author_name":"Jake Cullum-Hollins & Becky Walker"}