Speaker Stages

Christian Mani, General Manager North America

Discover the Cook Islands, where no building is taller than a coconut tree. We’ll show you why this unspoiled, authentic destination offers Americans incredible value ($1 USD approx $1.71 NZD) and and experience far beyond the typical tropical resort.

Rick Steves, Travel Writer, Host of Rick Steves Europe, and Travel with Rick Steves

Rick shares lessons from a lifetime of travel so you can learn from his experience and travel smarter. With his entertaining, information-packed talk you’ll learn the essential skills for smart travel from itinerary planning to venturing off the beaten path. Get Rick’s pro tips on packing light, escaping the crowds, saving money, maximizing your cultural experiences, and bringing home the best souvenir: a passion for building bridges rather than walls.

Meet and Greet Immediately Following

Julian Douglas, Travel Writer, Photographer, and Experience Curator, Listen, Journey, Savor

Whether you’re looking to explore ancient sights and museums or eat your way across the Italian countryside in a Ferrari, Julian will reveal his Top Private Tours around the world. Learn how to maximize what Private Tours have to offer, tips and tricks to find the best tours, save money and make them happen. Do the things you’ve always dreamed of doing, have once in a lifetime experiences, and check them off your bucket list. View the Mona Lisa in private, drive a vintage boat on Lake Como, go behind closed doors at Versailles and see Elephants on an African Safari so close you can hear them breathe. Today’s Private Tours are more attainable and less expensive than ever before, so skip the lines and fully experience all that your destination has to offer. If you can dream it, a Private Tour can make it happen.

Brandon Hughbanks, Senior Travel Insurance Specialist, Travel Insurance Center

Join me to learn about travel insurance benefits and tips and tricks on how to save money when you purchase.

Deon Barnard, CEO, Go Touch Down Travel and Tours

Our tours depart every week. No middleman and solo friendly rates. Join me to learn why you should travel to South Africa.

Ralph Velasco, Founder and CEO, Continental DRIFTER Experiences

Tired of coming home from a trip wondering if you actually experienced the place—or just checked it off your list? In this engaging talk, travel photographer, tour leader, and creator of the Continental DRIFTER^® brand, Ralph Velasco, shows you how to slow down, travel deeper, and create truly memorable adventures.

Drawing from his Mindful & Intentional Traveler book series—including his brand-new release, Bucket Lists for Travel: Places to Go Before Your Knees Give Out!—Ralph shares fun, practical ways to:

• Travel with more purpose and presence
• Use your 5+ senses to engage deeply with your surroundings
• Reflect on what truly matters—before, during, and after your trip
• Seek more meaningful experiences instead of rushing from site to site

Angel Castellanos, World Travel Expert, Journalist & TV Host, YouTube Channel The Tour Guy

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David McGuffin, Travel Enthusiast, Tour Operator,Musician, and Part-Time European, David McGuffin’s Exploring Europe

Join European travel expert David McGuffin as he shares travel tips, favorite destinations, and lessons learned from forty-eight years on the road. David spends about four months a year in Europe leading his small group tours, writing about his favorite destinations, and sharing his adventures via his social media, travel blog, and videos. He advocates avoiding crowds, living like a local, educated travel, and embracing the locale’s culture. His picture-packed presentation comes loaded with pertinent travel information, suggested routes, sage advice, and information about his small-group tours in Europe and beyond.

Mary Lee, Director of Business Development, Viking Cruises

Discover why Viking is the world’s leading river, ocean, and expedition cruise line.  Learn how Viking’s destination-focused itineraries, culturally enriching experiences, and all-inclusive value allow you to explore the world in comfort.

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Rick Steves, Travel Writer, Host of Rick Steves Europe, and Travel with Rick Steves

Rick shares lessons from a lifetime of travel so you can learn from his experience and travel smarter. With his entertaining, information-packed talk you’ll learn the essential skills for smart travel from itinerary planning to venturing off the beaten path. Get Rick’s pro tips on packing light, escaping the crowds, saving money, maximizing your cultural experiences, and bringing home the best souvenir: a passion for building bridges rather than walls.

Meet and Greet Immediately Following

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Mary Lee, Director of Business Development, Viking Cruises

Discover why Viking is the world’s leading river, ocean, and expedition cruise line.  Learn how Viking’s destination-focused itineraries, culturally enriching experiences, and all-inclusive value allow you to explore the world in comfort.

Angel Castellanos, World Travel Expert, Journalist & TV Host, YouTube Channel The Tour Guy

TBA

Christian Mani, General Manager North America

Discover the Cook Islands, where no building is taller than a coconut tree. We’ll show you why this unspoiled, authentic destination offers Americans incredible value ($1 USD approx $1.71 NZD) and and experience far beyond the typical tropical resort.

Rick Steves, Travel Writer, Host of Rick Steves Europe, and Travel with Rick Steves

Rick shares lessons from a lifetime of travel so you can learn from his experience and travel smarter. With his entertaining, information-packed talk you’ll learn the essential skills for smart travel from itinerary planning to venturing off the beaten path. Get Rick’s pro tips on packing light, escaping the crowds, saving money, maximizing your cultural experiences, and bringing home the best souvenir: a passion for building bridges rather than walls.

Meet and Greet Immediately Following

Julian Douglas, Travel Writer, Photographer, and Experience Curator, Listen, Journey, Savor

Whether you’re looking to explore ancient sights and museums or eat your way across the Italian countryside in a Ferrari, Julian will reveal his Top Private Tours around the world. Learn how to maximize what Private Tours have to offer, tips and tricks to find the best tours, save money and make them happen. Do the things you’ve always dreamed of doing, have once in a lifetime experiences, and check them off your bucket list. View the Mona Lisa in private, drive a vintage boat on Lake Como, go behind closed doors at Versailles and see Elephants on an African Safari so close you can hear them breathe. Today’s Private Tours are more attainable and less expensive than ever before, so skip the lines and fully experience all that your destination has to offer. If you can dream it, a Private Tour can make it happen.

Brandon Hughbanks, Senior Travel Insurance Specialist, Travel Insurance Center

Join me to learn about travel insurance benefits and tips and tricks on how to save money when you purchase.

Deon Barnard, CEO, Go Touch Down Travel and Tours

Our tours depart every week. No middleman and solo friendly rates. Join me to learn why you should travel to South Africa.

Ralph Velasco, Founder and CEO, Continental DRIFTER Experiences

Tired of coming home from a trip wondering if you actually experienced the place—or just checked it off your list? In this engaging talk, travel photographer, tour leader, and creator of the Continental DRIFTER^® brand, Ralph Velasco, shows you how to slow down, travel deeper, and create truly memorable adventures.

Drawing from his Mindful & Intentional Traveler book series—including his brand-new release, Bucket Lists for Travel: Places to Go Before Your Knees Give Out!—Ralph shares fun, practical ways to:

• Travel with more purpose and presence
• Use your 5+ senses to engage deeply with your surroundings
• Reflect on what truly matters—before, during, and after your trip
• Seek more meaningful experiences instead of rushing from site to site

Angel Castellanos, World Travel Expert, Journalist & TV Host, YouTube Channel The Tour Guy

TBA

David McGuffin, Travel Enthusiast, Tour Operator,Musician, and Part-Time European, David McGuffin’s Exploring Europe

Join European travel expert David McGuffin as he shares travel tips, favorite destinations, and lessons learned from forty-eight years on the road. David spends about four months a year in Europe leading his small group tours, writing about his favorite destinations, and sharing his adventures via his social media, travel blog, and videos. He advocates avoiding crowds, living like a local, educated travel, and embracing the locale’s culture. His picture-packed presentation comes loaded with pertinent travel information, suggested routes, sage advice, and information about his small-group tours in Europe and beyond.

Mary Lee, Director of Business Development, Viking Cruises

Discover why Viking is the world’s leading river, ocean, and expedition cruise line.  Learn how Viking’s destination-focused itineraries, culturally enriching experiences, and all-inclusive value allow you to explore the world in comfort.

TBA

Rick Steves, Travel Writer, Host of Rick Steves Europe, and Travel with Rick Steves

Rick shares lessons from a lifetime of travel so you can learn from his experience and travel smarter. With his entertaining, information-packed talk you’ll learn the essential skills for smart travel from itinerary planning to venturing off the beaten path. Get Rick’s pro tips on packing light, escaping the crowds, saving money, maximizing your cultural experiences, and bringing home the best souvenir: a passion for building bridges rather than walls.

Meet and Greet Immediately Following

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Joseph Resendo, Executive Producer/Host/Director/Writer, Travel with Joseph

For a memorable view of transformative travel, don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Joseph Rosendo, Emmy Award-winning travel journalist, broadcaster, television personality, public speaker and host of the PBS and CreateTV series “Joseph Rosendo’s Travelscope” and “Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out”. Joseph will share his five decades of travel experiences, and talk about how travel can be a life-changing and world-changing experience by opening up your heart and mind, paving the way for personal and national growth.

 Meet and Greet Immediately Following

Mary Lee, Director of Business Development, Viking Cruises

Discover why Viking is the world’s leading river, ocean, and expedition cruise line.  Learn how Viking’s destination-focused itineraries, culturally enriching experiences, and all-inclusive value allow you to explore the world in comfort.

Angel Castellanos, World Travel Expert, Journalist & TV Host, YouTube Channel The Tour Guy

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