Podcast Number 228Lorene recently returned from a riverboat cruise down the Danube. Lorene talks about her experience with the company providing the cruise, Avalon Waterways. Lorene relates many positive experiences with Avalon and describes in detail her experience aboard the river boat cruise.TRAVEL NEWSCheck out this You Tube video of the Oasis of the Seas passing under Denmark's Great Belt Bridge. The smoke stacks pass under the bridge with a few inches of clearance.Fire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit us on Facebook - Barry at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz, and Lorene at http://www.facebook.com/lorener.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comFly My Pretties "Down to the Sea" (mp3) from "A Story (Part 1)" (LOOP) Buy at iTunes Music Store Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 227This is a "back to basics" show where Barry talks about some of the common terms and acronyms used by travel agents and those in the travel trade. Every profession has its own language and the travel business is no exception. Barry takes about twenty of these terms and goes into some detail about what they mean.TRAVEL NEWSDisney's new cruise ship, The Disney Magic launches in January, 2011.This web site helps you find a little privacy at the airport.Fire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit us on Facebook - Barry at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz, and Lorene at http://www.facebook.com/lorener.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comCandye Kane "Ik Hou Van Je (I Love You)" (mp3) from "Superhero" (DELTA GROOVE PRODUCTIONS) Buy at iTunes Music Store Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 226Lorene and Barry discuss advice and tips to give to your clients before they travel. The advice and tips may seem minor but could save your clients hundreds of dollars and hours of time. Lorene's packing checklist which you can use or share with your clients.TRAVEL NEWSThe world's largest cruise ship leaves the shipyard.Airlines ancillary fees aren't going away.Fire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit us on Facebook - Barry at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz, and Lorene at http://www.facebook.com/lorener.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comAmy LaVere "Take 'em or Leave 'em" (mp3) from "This World Is Not My Home" (Archer Records) Buy at iTunes Music Store Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster More On This Album http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 225The tables are turned in this show. Lorene interviews Barry about his recent trip to Las Vegas to attend the Blogworld and New Media Conference. The highlight of the trip was a helicopter trip into the Grand Canyon and a return trip that included a night flight above the Las Vegas Strip. You may recognize the Maverick Helicopters ifyou watch the Travel Channel. Maverick has received two out of the ten best helicopter thrills as determined by Travel Channel.TRAVEL NEWSThe eleven spookiest Halloween destinations.The tourist tax passes the Senate.Fire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit us on Facebook - Barry at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz, and Lorene at http://www.facebook.com/lorener.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comJimmy Wahlsteen "It's Your Favorite" (mp3) from "181st Songs" (Candy Rat Records) More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 224Jon Jones from Lunar Parcel Media joins Barry and Lorene to talk about using video to convey the emotions that sell travel. Jon provides tips and a general overview on how to make your own videos and turn them into powerful sales tools.Jon is developing a new website where you can learn about the basics of video production and editing. You can keep track of the progress of the website by following Jon on Twitter at http://twitter.com/dvwhat.TRAVEL NEWSTitanic Memorial Cruise taking place 100 years after the original disaster.Where can you get as far away as possible from a McDonalds restaurant in the contigous 48 states? You've gotta see this map.Spotting people who pose a security risk at airports utilizing behavior recognition technology.2010 Travel numbers are looking good according to a world tourism groupFire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit us on Facebook - Barry at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz, and Lorene at http://www.facebook.com/lorener.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe Masqueraders "Rock Jam" (mp3) from "So Nice" (LocoBop) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Napster Buy at Puretracks Buy at mTraks More On This Album http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 223This is a "Back to Basics" show where Barry gives a broad overview of what it takes to become a travel agent. Barry talks about setting up your business, host agencies, state licensing and insurance.Kelly Monaghan's home study course to become a travel agent.Tom Ogg's travel agent resource centerTRAVEL NEWSDisney offers free admission to people who volunteerNow you can choose to get stuck on the tarmac - A retired 747 serves as a hostile.Fire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comKelley Hunt "If I Don't Dance" (mp3) from "Kelley Hunt" (88 Records) Buy at iTunes Music Store Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster More On This Album http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 222Have you ever longed for a way to store and easily retrieve all those minor and major details of life and business. On today's show we talk about a free product that can become your external brain. Evernote can store handwritten notes, audio files, PDF documents, web pages, email, spreadsheets, word processing documents and more. Storing the documents is half the power of Evernote. Evernote indexes every word in your documents, including your handwriting and allows you to instantly search and retrieve those documents easily and quickly. Listen in and learn more about Evernote and what it can do for you and your business.Travel NewsFlu Shots on Concourse BFire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe Twisters "When Your Memory Goes Away" (mp3) from "After The Storm" (Northern Blues) Buy at eMusic Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster Buy at Puretracks Buy at Amazon MP3 Buy at appliedSB (Groupietunes) Buy at mTraks More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 221Some commentators say Google Voice is set to revolutionize the way our business and personal telephones operate. Barry and Lorene go into some detail about the features of Google Voice and give you details how you can try the service.Travel NewsThe Oasis of the Seas makes it debut this DecemberDisney and Vancouver partner up for Alaska cruisesBed bugs - the cure?Fire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comMarc Reift Orchestra, Marc Reift "Sax Bomb" (mp3) from "Let It Swing" (Marcophon) More On This Album http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 220Barry and Lorene talk about how Twitter and Facebook are used as tools to develop your business or use Twitter and Facebook to receive information from suppliers and destinations. Lorene recommends the book, "The New Community Rules: Marketing on the Social Web," by Tamar Weinberg. You can find the book at http://oreilly.com/catalog/9780596156817/.Travel NewsThe risk of taking your cell phone to another countryThe Michael Jackson and Walt Disney connectionThe Disney World Notecast on your IphoneTravel Leader's 2009 Fall Travel Trends SurveyFire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comGadelle "En Filant Ma Quenouille" (mp3) from "Gadelle" (Sandbar Music) Buy at iTunes Music Store Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster More On This Album http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 219Lorene and Barry continue to explore California's wine country. Sonoma County is where Lorene lives and she talks about some of the charming but little known places to visit in wine country. This is a great area for clients who may have interests in bicycling, wine tasting, photography and the beautiful fall colors of the vineyards.Lorene puts in a plug for an event she works very hard at and that's the Mac Computer Expo.Travel NewsSonoma Valley teeming with lavenderBoeing's 787 Dreamline to fly by the end of 2009Disney adventure toursFire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comGaraj Mahal "Hotel" (mp3) from "w00t" (Owl Studios) Buy at iTunes Music Store Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Napster Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Puretracks Buy at appliedSB (Groupietunes) Buy at mTraks More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 218Erin Deacon, marketing officer for the Americas joins the show to talk about the Yukon. Erin's enthusiasm for the Yukon comes through as she describes beauty and great adventures available in the Yukon. Listen in and learn about a great place you can send clients for an adventure in the Great North.For additional information you can go to www.travelyukon.com. There are links for the travel trade at the bottom of the home page. You can give them a call at 800-661-0494.Fire up on the Agent2Agent Forum. Stop by and ask questions about the travel business or contribute your answers to questions. Gary Ebels is soliciting input on the forum about host agencies. If you contribute a posting you may be in line to win a prize!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.com Joyo Velarde "Take You Home" (mp3) from "Joyo Velarde EP" (Quannum Projects) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Napster Buy at Rhapsody Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Puretracks More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 217Tim Zahner of the Sonoma, California Convention and Visitor's Bureau join Barry and Lorene to talk about the many activities and sights for clients in Sonoma County. Tim describes the hiking trails, water sports, redwood forests and wine country. Tim and his team at the Sonoma County Convention and Visitor's Bureau are ready to help you put together tours and vacation packages to Sonoma County.You can have access to Sonoma County inside information at http://www.inside-sonoma.com. Here you will find recipes, videos, the latest happenings and a blog. You can contact them by telephone at 800-576-6662.Travel NewsMike Ditka Resorts aids a young entrepreneurVisit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe Fabulous Thunderbirds "Can't Tear It Up Enuff" (mp3) from "T-Bird Rhythm" (Benchmark Recordings) More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 216Gary Ebels fills in for Lorene as co-host. Gary talks about his experience of switching to a new host agency after his old host agency, Joystar, goes bankrupt. Gary has joined Dugan's Travels and talks about the difference between Dugans and Joystar. Gary fills us in about Disney finances and special offers from Disney that are helping keep the Disney parks full of clients. Gary fills us in on a great example of how to market our travel business. Travels with Rick is a way to turn you passion into a powerful marketing tool.TRAVEL NEWSSurvey finds pent up demand for vacation travelFind reviews on the services you need at Angie's List - from electrician to physician to travel agent- Use promo code SAVE TEN for $10 off!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comKristine W "Be Alright (feat. George Lynch)" (mp3) from "The Power of Music" (Fly Again) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster Stream from Rhapsody More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 215Glaciers, whales and small town charm. That's what Juneau, Alaska is all about. Lorene Palmer, the president of the Juneau Convention and Visitors Bureau joins Lorene and Barry to share the charm of Juneau. Juneau is not only a great cruise destination, it's a great place to visit, relax and take in the natural beauty of Alaska. Join Lorene Palmer as we take an audio adventure tour of Juneau, Alaska. You can learn more at the Juneau Convention and Visitors Bureau website at http://www.traveljuneau.com or you can give them a call at 888-581-2201.Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comKristine W "Love is the Look (Deepswing Runway Glide Radio)" (mp3) from "Love is the Look" (Fly Again) Buy at ITunes Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Rhapsody Stream from Rhapsody More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Packing a suitcase sounds like a simple task. But, when the airlines charge you dearly for over weight suitcases you want to learn how to pack like a pro. Susan Foster joins the show to talk about her book, "Smart Packing for Today's Traveler," and about her new DVD covering the same subject. Susan's DVD and book make excellent gifts for your clients. Susan offers travel agent discounts on her website at http://www.smartpacking.com. Join us and listen as Susan describes some of her smart packing techniques.Travel NewsThe travel agent's challengesAll inclusive cruisesVisit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comRon Blake, Gilamar Gomes "Waltz for Gwen" (mp3) from "Shayari" (Mack Avenue Records) Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Puretracks More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 213Staying in contact with your clients is essential in gaining repeat business. Kim Sanabia-Pagan joins the show to talk about a tool that makes staying in contact with your clients easy. You will learn how to automate and send greeting cards or post cards to all of your clients, for any occasion you can imagine.Send Out Cards has over 13,000 greeting cards and postcards for any occasion. You can personalize the cards with your own handwriting or your own photos. The cards are real greeting cards and mailed from the Send Out Card facilities in Salt Lake City, Utah. Listen in and learn more. Kim is offering a free trial of the Send Out Card service. Email Kim at ksanabia37656@yahoo.com to take advantage of the the free trial. Please mention you learned about the free offer on the Home Based Travel Agent Show.Travel NewsA new airline for pet travelTen great tips for airline travelVisit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you! Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast.You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe Twisters "I'll Make It Up To You" (mp3) from "Come Out Swingin'" (Northern Blues) More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 212If you are interested in familiarization trips (fam trips) you'll wish you signed up for this one. Lorene describes her ten day Holland America cruise/land excursion into Alaska and the Yukon.Travel NewsSpace port Hawaii - travel from Hawaii to Japan via outer space.Tune in to the TSA and read what they're thinking! The number one vacation spot in North AmericaVisit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you! Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast.You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comRonny Smith "Smooth" (mp3) from "Just Groovin" (Pacific Coast Jazz) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster Stream from Rhapsody More On This Album http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 211A telephone system can make or break your home based travel business. Fortunately you have the option of using Google Voice. Barry describes the features of Google Voice and how this free system can enhance your home based travel business.Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe Phenomenal Handclap Band "You'll Disappear (feat. Carol C)" (mp3) from "The Phenomenal Handclap Band" (Friendly Fire Recordings) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Rhapsody Stream from Rhapsody More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 210Give your sales a boost. Writing good advertising copy can make a big difference in the sales you generate from your newsletters or website. Barry talks about a fantastic book that will teach you to write killer ads. The book is "The Adweek Copywriting Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Writing Powerful Advertising and Marketing Copy from One of America's Top Copywriters,"by Joseph Sugarman. Barry talks about some of the methods of writing good advertising copy that are highlighted in the book. This book should be on your shelf and read and re-read. If you want to boost yours sales this show is one you must listen to and the book is a must read.The Home Based Travel Agent website has changed. Along with the change will come a change in the RSS feed you use to subscribe to the show. The new feed is http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2Please copy and paste this feed into Itunes or other podcast aggregating software like Zune or Creative. In Itunes you can find the location to past the RSS feed by clicking on the "Advanced" tab and then click on to the "Subscribe to a Podcast" link.Click on the link in this sentence if you want to watch a YouTube video that explains in plain English what an RSS feed is.My apologies to Cessy Meechum. Cessy was a guest on Show Number 208. I spelled the link to Cessy's website incorrectly. Here is the proper link to Cessy's website - http://www.travelwithcessy.com/. Please check out Cessy's website for great information about tours to Italy. Cessy is willing to work with you and your clients on great tours to Italy.Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!Visit me on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/barry.kantz.Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comDavid Gibson "French Press" (mp3) from "A Little Somethin'" (Posi-Tone) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Rhapsody Stream from Rhapsody More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 209Tom Ogg joins Barry and Lorene to talk about how travel agents can grow their business. Tom offers a valuable resources for the travel agent at his travel agent community website www.hbtacommunity.com. Tom compares the HbtaCommunity to the proverbial water cooler where travel agents can hang out and share ideas, problems and successes. The community has over 3,000 members and is free to join. However, you must be an active travel agent to participate.Tom has co-authored a book, "Marketing and Sales Prescriptions for Today's Economy and Beyond." Tom says this is a great book for when you are out of marketing ideas and you need to kick start your business. You can find the book at the HbtaCommunity website.Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comDena DeRose "When Lights Are Low" (mp3)from "Live at Jazz Standard Volume Two"(MAXJAZZ) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Rhapsody Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Napster Buy at Puretracks Buy at mTraks More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 208Cessy Meacham joins the show to talk about her tours to Italy for women. Cessy's tours focus on areas of Italy of particular interest for women - such as shopping. You can book your clients on Cessy's tours and she shares the commissions with you.Plus, Cessy makes an offer to you, one of the most generous offers ever made on this show. Listen in and learn more and learn more about Cessy's tours at www.travelwithcessy.com.Travel NewsVacation twittering lets thieves know you are not home.CLIA's "You Deserve a Vacation" campaignLearn, enjoy, produce and prosper!Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe music in this show can be found at www.garageband.com. The song played in the show is "Bay Light Lullaby" by the band The Gregory Morris Group.http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 207Your time is valuable as a travel professional. A "Plan to Go" agreement will separate serious clients from those who are shopping and using your expertise but not giving you their business. Barry and Lorene discuss the "Plan to Go" agreement described by author Tom Ogg in the Travel Trade magazine. Barry points out a couple of caveats not discussed in the article you may consider before using a "Plan to Go" agreement.Visit Tom Ogg's home based travel agent community at www.hbtacommunity.com.Travel NewsTravel Protection - CautionApple Vacation's "Ask an Agent" programFive ways to survive summer travel seasonLearn, enjoy, produce and prosper!Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe music in this show can be found at GarageBand.com. The song played in the show is "Salt of the Sea" by the band Switchyard.http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 206The Fairmont Kea Lani on the island of Maui is a place where your clients will experience romantic beach side sunsets and top notch customer service. Lorene and I talk with June Nozoe and Erin Frank about this fabulous resort. Your clients will love you for sending them to the Fairmont Kea Lani and you will be rewarded with points for your stay at the Fairmont Resorts through the Fairmont Famous program for travel agents. Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe music in this show can be found at Faith Ako's Website. The music is available on Amazon.com and through Itunes. The song played on the show is "Maui Sunset."http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 205On a recent trip to Hawaii, Lorene stayed at the Westin Villas at Kanapali. Lorene fell in love with the property and decided she must have someone from the Villas as a guest on the show. Meghan Silva, the sales manager at Westin Villas at Kanapali, joins us in the co-hosted segment to talk about this beautiful property. Listen to the show and learn why your clients will love you for setting them up with a stay at the Westin Villas at Kanapali.Travel agents can learn more at Starwood Hawaii travel agent site. Travel NewsDisney's Piggy BankCarnival resumes stops in MexicoAirline fares not falling Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comThe music in this show can be found at CDbaby.com.http://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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Podcast Number 204Learn about taking advantage of top of the line familiarization (fam) trips and training offered by the Holland America cruise lines. We talk with Rene Spatz the sales development manager for Holland America. Renee describes the fam trips and training you can take advantage of to boost your expertise and sales skills when offering your clients vacations they will love. We discuss group cruise opportunities that will boost your bottom line and bring you referrels. Listen in, you don't want to miss this show.Travel NewsHotel reviews simplified at Raveable.com Learn, enjoy, produce and prosper!Keep up with us on Twitter.com Lorene's Twitter name is lorener, Barry's Twitter name is kantzbCheck out Lorenes travel agent website at www.sharptonguedconsulting.com.Check out Blubrry. It's a great place to be a listener. You can comment on podcasts you listen to and you can sign up to be friends with the podcasters on the Blubrry Network. Go over to Blubrry, sign up and become my friend. I would like to get to know all of you!Thank you for listening to the Home Based Travel Agent Podcast. You can email me at barry@hometravelagent.net or email Lorene at sharptongued@mac.comStephanie Cooke "I Thank You" (mp3) from "I Thank You 2009" (King Street Sounds) Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Rhapsody Stream from Rhapsody More On This Albumhttp://hometravelagent.net/hta/?feed=rss2

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