Welcome to the Luxury Travelers Podcast! In this episode, Rodney is thrilled to talk with his good friend, Dean Fearing, a James Beard Award-Winning Chef. Rodney is excited to discuss a cruise planned for March 2025 on the luxurious Silversea ship, the luxury brand under Royal Caribbean. This cruise promises an extraordinary experience, with each suite offering the personalized service of its own butler. During the voyage, guests will have the unique opportunity to learn how to make Dean's famous margarita. Additionally, there will be exclusive wine tastings and parties onboard, ensuring a delightful journey. Rodney is eager to share the itinerary for this unforgettable trip to the stunningly beautiful and pristine South Pacific Society Islands. For those interested in securing a place on this luxury voyage, Rodney invites you to contact him for reservations. Take advantage of this extraordinary travel experience!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [:39] Rodney introduces Dean Fearing, and they both share a 17-year milestone
• [2:37] Discussion about the Society Islands, Bora Bora and an incredible cruise scheduled for March 13th - 26th, 2025
• [5:43] There is Discussion about going on to Tahiti and a visit to Bloody Mary’s; Dean talks about cooking classes on board the last cruise, and Rodney outlines the agenda for the upcoming trip
• [11:07] The color of the water and the beauty of the South Pacific Islands
• [14:55] Dean wins the James Beard Award, and his restaurant is named number one in hotel dining
• [16:55] The Silversea ship is a Royal Caribbean luxury brand, and they have a butler for every suite.
• [21:02] Contact Rodney for more information

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Rodney feels that the most beautiful untouched place on the planet is the Society Islands
• In addition to the cruise next year, there will be a three or 4-day optional pre-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Bora Bora.
• Every stateroom on the Silversea ship has a butler, and the airfare offers the option to upgrade to business class.

RESOURCES:

Luxury Travelers - Podcast

Luxe Travel - Website

Luxe Travel - Facebook

Luxe Travel - Instagram

Dean Fearing - LinkedIn

GUEST BIOGRAPHY:

Creator of Fearing’s Restaurant and author of The Texas Food Bible, Chef Dean Fearing is long known as the "Father of Southwestern Cuisine." His legendary cooking and infectious charisma have long captured the attention of a worldwide audience. An accomplished James Beard award winner, cookbook author, and successful restaurateur, Dean's namesake Fearing's has become one of the most critically acclaimed restaurants in Texas, recognized as "Restaurant of the Year" and "Table of the Year" by Esquire Magazine, as well as #1 in Hotel Dining in the U.S. by the prestigious Zagat Survey. Each night, guests worldwide are dazzled with many flavors described as a genuine "taste of Texas." Most days, he can be spotted in Fearing’s wearing a signature crisp white chef’s coat with colorful boot embroidery, blue jeans and brightly-hued, custom-tooled Lucchese cowboy boots. When not in the kitchen, he is often found strumming a guitar or consulting current and new restaurant owners on everything from Kitchen Design to Event Planning and Food Trends.

Welcome to the Luxury Travelers Podcast! In this episode, Alex Sharpe, President and CEO of Signature Travel Network, speaks with Rodney about Signature Travel Network's many attributes and their impactful initiative, Travel Elevates. This nonprofit program empowers travelers to make a positive difference in the communities they visit. Alex shares a touching anecdote about his family's contribution of $300, which funded a new well in a village. The transformation was remarkable: from a polluted old well to a new source of clean water, benefiting the village, the school and the children's homes. Travel Elevates exemplifies the essence of impact travel, where giving creates priceless rewards for both the giver and the recipient.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [1:33] Alex explains how Signature Travel Network is a cooperative member-owned with 200 agencies and 15,000 travel advisors
• [3:48] There are just over 1400 vendors and suppliers, and he discussed understanding what the customer wants
• [7:15] Alex discusses “impact travel” and a beautiful experience he witnessed
• [11:14] Traveling to the seventh continent and the growth of the cruise industry
• [15:36] Discussion of the re-emergence of Crystal and how their employees are coming back to work
• [18:50] Alex talks about how “travel elevates” a nonprofit and giving back to the communities where you travel

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Signature Travel Network will make nearly 12 billion dollars in sales this year.
• Impact travel refers to how travelers to other areas of the world can know the people and culture and give back in some way
• Antarctica is a destination for many people now because luxury cruise lines are delivering Antarctica in great style and comfort and assist with mobility to anyone who may have those issues

RESOURCES:

Luxury Travelers - Podcast

Luxe Travel - Website

Luxe Travel - Facebook

Luxe Travel - Instagram

Signature Travel Network - Website

Alex Sharpe - LinkedIn

GUEST BIOGRAPHY:

Alex Sharpe serves as Signature Travel Network’s President and CEO. Under his leadership, Signature has celebrated a double-digit increase in annual sales and has continued to build upon its dedication to each individual member through new marketing, technology, and training tools. Alex originally joined Signature as EVP in 2011 and, in 2013 was promoted to President and CEO.

Previous to his time at Signature, Sharpe served as the Senior Vice–President of National, Key, and International Accounts for Regent Seven Seas Cruises. In that position, Sharpe managed consortium partnerships, high-volume agencies and international partners across the world. Over his 13 years with Regent, Alex has served in many capacities and in many departments including Charter & Incentive Sales, Pricing and Planning, Sales and Marketing. Prior to his move to the travel industry, he partnered and operated several Kinko’s stores.

Alex graduated from Florida State University and you can find him watching the Seminoles play on Saturdays during football season. Alex also enjoys playing basketball as well as traveling and is...

Welcome to the Luxury Traveler Podcast! In this episode, Jesse Terranova from TCS World Travel shares why the company is a leader in the industry, offering unparalleled travel experiences. Notably, TCS operates two brand new Airbus A321 jets, accommodating 52 passengers, and offers between 20 and 25 unique journeys annually. TCS boasts many repeat clients, with 40 to 45% returning for more adventures. This loyalty is due to their exceptional service, including a personal guest service manager, a private chef, a physician, and world-renowned guides for every trip. One standout experience is the 22-day golf trip worldwide, priced at $158,000 per person, showcasing destinations in ways even seasoned travelers have yet to see. For a glimpse of these luxurious offerings, visit the TCS World Travel website to view videos of the Airbus and detailed itineraries. Enjoy yourself. It’s later than you think!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [0:51] Jesse gives an overview of why TCS World Travel is unparalleled in the industry
• [3:36] Jesse describes what sets TCS apart from other travel companies and the percentage of repeat clients
• [8:39] Clients have a personal guest service manager, a private chef serving Michelin-star-type meals, a physician and world-renowned guides, and Jesse describes other perks
• [12:51] Discussion of the Airbus A321 and explanation of the 22-day golf around the world trip for $158,000 per person
• [18:31] These trips need to be planned, and TCS offers completely different experiences even to destinations listeners may have already been
• [24:13] View the website to see videos of the Airbus and itineraries

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• TCS World Travel operates two brand new Airbus A321 Jets, which seat 52 passengers, and they take between 20 and 25 once in a lifetime different trips every year.
• The Four Seasons Private Jet experience allows passengers to stay exclusively in Four Seasons Hotels and a team of 500 people collaborating on every trip.
• 40 to 45% of TCS clients are repeat customers, and sometimes they request a private customer travel experience on a smaller jet for a shorter duration.

RESOURCES:

Luxury Travelers - Podcast

Luxe Travel - Website

Luxe Travel - Facebook

Luxe Travel - Instagram

TCS World Travel - Website

GUEST BIOGRAPHY:

Jesse Terranova is a Travel & Tourism Designer and 5x Ironman Triathlete with a decade of experience in professional hospitality services, including consulting at the big four, coaching and hosting small group luxury travel experiences around the globe. Today, Jesse is a Business Development Manager with TCS World Travel, the esteemed operator of The Four Seasons Private Jet Expedition Program. Don’t miss the rare opportunity to enter a once-in-a-lifetime bucket list experience beyond first class aboard our custom 52 lie-flat seat Airbus A321 private jet.

TCS World Travel's 20+ exclusive private expedition itineraries offer you the opportunity to embark on a remarkable journey that exceeds the boundaries of your wildest imagination. With tailor-made experiences crafted specifically to align with your unique preference and travel goals, your enriching adventure promises to be nothing short of extraordinary.