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06/15/2026

A new episode of Checked Bags and Big Tags Podcast is out!

"Crowd Control, Peaceful Paradises & the Seat-Swap Showdown"

This one is PACKED. Sean and I cover three topics that every traveler needs to hear about right now. 👇

🌍 OVER-TOURISM: WHAT DO WE DO ABOUT IT?
Barcelona. Santorini. Kyoto. These places are being loved to death — and locals are over it. New tourist taxes, cruise caps, and visitor limits are changing the game in 2026. We break it all down and give you the insider playbook for how to travel smarter, more responsibly, and honestly? Better.

🕊️ PEACEFUL PARADISES
The Global Peace Index just dropped its 2026 rankings — and the top of the list is FULL of incredible travel inspiration. Iceland holds the #1 spot for the 19th year running. Slovenia, Portugal, New Zealand, and Japan all crack the top 10. We talk about which wonderfully peaceful destinations deserve to be on your radar right now and how tranquility factors into how we build itineraries for our clients.

✈️ CABIN CHAOS & THE GREAT SEAT SWAP DEBATE
Flight attendants are sounding the alarm: passenger behavior has declined sharply, and the numbers don't lie. We get into what crews are dealing with daily — and then we put our own opinions on the line with THE travel debate of the moment: if a stranger asks you to give up your carefully chosen seat, do you do it?

Watch on Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/

Listen on Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/checked-bags-and-big-tags/id1804948934

Listen on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3W86U4ktcOxoRf8kIX5Fnr

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06/01/2026

🎙️ NEW EPISODE DROP — Checked Bags and Big Tags Podcast

"Luxury Redefined, Thailand Tightens Up & The Airport Story That Has the Travel Industry Talking"
We're getting into ALL of it this episode. 👇

✨ WHAT IS LUXURY TRAVEL IN 2026?
Is it thread counts and marble lobbies? Or is it something bigger — time, access, and doing exactly what you want with zero friction? Sean and Ilisa break down how the definition of luxury has completely shifted, and what that means for how you travel (and how you book).

🇹🇭 THAILAND JUST CHANGED THE RULES
If Thailand is on your bucket list, listen up. The visa-free stay just got cut from 60 days to 30 days for travelers from 93 countries — including the US. We break down why it happened, who it affects, and exactly what your clients need to know before they book.

✈️ THE U.S. AIRPORT SITUATION
The travel industry is buzzing about the proposed threat to pull Customs & Border Protection officers from major airports in sanctuary cities — think LAX, SFO, O'Hare, JFK, and more. We cut through the noise and tell you what's actually going on and what to watch.

This is the episode you'll want to share with every traveler in your life. 🌍

Watch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

Listen on Apple
https://podcasts.apple.com/.../checked-bags.../id1804948934

Listen on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/3W86U4ktcOxoRf8kIX5Fnr

05/29/2026

You may have seen headlines about DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatening to pull Customs & Border Protection officers from airports in so-called "sanctuary cities" — JFK, LAX, EWR, PHL, IAD, DEN, SEA, and others. It sounds alarming. It's worth understanding why this is far more political posturing than real policy.

Here's what's actually going on:

🔹 His own colleagues are pushing back hard.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has already said publicly, "We shouldn't shut down air travel in a state that doesn't agree with our politics." When cabinet members are contradicting each other on national television, a proposal isn't close to becoming reality.

🔹 Two Trump officials say it's not being seriously considered.
According to CNN, two Trump administration officials have said this proposal is not being seriously considered by the administration.

🔹 Even Mullin admits nothing is happening yet.
Mullin himself said on Fox News that the administration is "not initiating" the effort "yet" — only that it is "currently drawing up plans." "Drawing up plans" is Washington-speak for a trial balloon, not an action.

🔹 The logistical reality makes it nearly unworkable.
Airline routes are set far in advance, and simply changing those routes to land in a non-sanctuary jurisdiction would not be an easy task given that many busy airports lack extra capacity. You can't just reroute hundreds of international flights overnight.

🔹 The travel industry is fighting back loud and clear.
The U.S. Travel Association has issued a statement warning that the proposal would have "devastating consequences for the travel industry and communities that depend on international visitation." Airlines for America has also pushed back strongly. These are powerful lobbying forces with deep relationships in Washington.

🔹 Oh, and the World Cup starts in two weeks. The U.S. is co-hosting one of the largest sporting events in human history. Shutting down international processing at JFK, LAX, and other major hubs right now would be an international embarrassment of historic proportions. That alone is a massive practical firewall.

Bottom line: This is a political threat, not a serious, imminent policy. The economic, logistical, diplomatic, and political consequences of actually following through would be catastrophic, and virtually no one in power wants that.

Book your trips. Pack your bags. The airports will be open.

04/24/2026

I am so excited to finally share this with you…

We are hosting a very special group cruise to the Greek Isles May 29–June 5, 2027 aboard the beautiful Celestyal Journey with Celestyal Cruises—and you are getting first access because you’re part of this community 💙

Alongside Sean Mouttet, my co-host on Checked Bags and Big Tags, we’re bringing this experience to life in a way that’s seamless, immersive, and genuinely special.

Think:
🌊 Iconic Greek island views
🍷 Incredible local food and wine
🏛️ History, culture, and unforgettable moments
✨ A relaxed, elevated group experience with like-minded travelers

This isn’t just a cruise—it’s the kind of trip where everything is taken care of, and all you have to do is show up and enjoy it.

💫 Group space will be limited, and I expect this to fill quickly once it’s officially released.

If Greece has been on your list (or even if it wasn’t yet 😉), this is your moment.

📩 Send me a message or comment below for early details and priority access! Or visit for all the details and to register:

https://app.tern.travel/trips/aW9l6apprBW8nxo1U8kWoQ/landing_page

Set sail for an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking Greek Isles aboard the elegant Celestyal Journey with Celestyal Cruises. From sun-drenched coa...