Sweden's real-life candy cane village
The towns that inspired 100 Years of Solitude
A guide to Whistler from a freeskiing champion
Europe's first borderless Capital of Culture
The innovative, green future of skiing
The addictive love cake only baked at Christmas
Puerto Rico's favourite holiday drink
A ski champion's guide to Cortina d'Ampezzo
The otherworldly mountains that inspired Avatar
The big change coming to UK travel in 202512/14/2024
14 December 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2450
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - USTOA CEO Terry Dale reports from their annual conference on new initiatives, incoming Trump Administration, Christmas travel and more
Seg 3 - Les Clefs d'Or USA President Leigh Anne Dolecki discusses the role of Hotel Concierges and their importance in today's tech focused world
Seg 4 - It's the 50th Anniversary of the Amtrak Superliner and Cliff Black jumps aboard to discuss how these trains changed the way Americans travel
Seg 5 - Own a plane and want to sell? Looking for repair parts? Maybe you want to buy a pre-owned aircraft? Trade-A-Plane's Mike Turner shares how they'll help
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in CA, TN and VA
Seg 2 - Travel The World From Your Own Kitchen - Seabourn Master Chef Tony Egger shares his Tiramisu recipe from Solis, talks food offerings on ship and more
Seg 3 - Emily Cappiello explains her interests in seeking out Airport Speakeasys and bars when traveling
Seg 4 - Orkin's Entomologist Ian Williams talks Bed Bugs, identifying them, avoiding them, preventing them and what attracts them
Seg 5 - Show Friend Dan Sherman, CMO of Ski.com reports from the FIS World Cup happening at Beaver Creek and talks Holiday Ski tips and trends
12/07/2024
7 December 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2449
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - AutoSlash & HotelSlash CEO Jonathan Weinberg talks Car Rental, Hospitality, Air Travel, trends/current realities and more
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Caroline Van Hemert shares some of her 4000 mile Wilderness Journey from her book "The Sun is a Compass"
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey shares Auto Themed Holiday Gift Ideas to fit all budgets for car enthusiasts
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Burlington, Vermont is our focus today as their Tourism VP checks-in to discuss his community, many offerings and diversity
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and RJ Show Open that includes a live report from Paris as Notre Dame Cathedral reopens with the rebuilder of its Spire - Jackson DuBois
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Phil Pritchard is the "Keeper of the Cup" and he jumps aboard to discuss his travels/adventures with the NHL's Stanley Cup
Seg 3 - Willie Christiani talks old-school Sailing Ships that offer travel opportunities aboard cargo ships
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff’s on not planning for travel and different formulas for Happier Vacations
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - the Frontiers of Flight Museum at Dallas Love Field is a must visit destination, and their CEO Abigail Erickson-Torres shares details
11/30/2024
30 November 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - Maui 2024 (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2448
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Maui 2024 talk + HGV Maui Bay Villas GM Will Bethel
Seg 2 - Hilton Grand Vacations Maui Bay Villa General Manager Will Bethel and Maui Food Bank CEO Lisa Paulson engage on Hawaii's "Valley Isle"
Seg 3 - Robert & Mary head to Upcountry and visit Ulupalakua Vineyard in Kula, home to Maui Wine and connect with its President Paula Hegele
Seg 4 - In a few weeks Whale Season begins on Maui, and NOAA's Dr. Marc Lammers discusses offerings for visitors at the Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary
Seg 5 - Mitzi Toro aka The Maui Cookie Lady joins us on-set to share how her kindness led to the creation of her business on Maui that now has a cult following
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus HGV Ka’anapali Beach Club GM Will Lee and Cultural Expert Kaniala Masoe share their Maui stories and engaging travelers
Seg 2 - Cindy Paulos hosts Hawaii's longest running talk show, owns our local affiliate AM 1110 & FM 96.7 KAOI Radio and discusses some of Maui's magic
Seg 3 - For the 1st time ever, brothers RJ and Nicholas Carey appear together on-air as we talk family travel, our love of Maui and HGV's Kihei property
Seg 4 - Mama's Fish House is iconic on Maui and we go behind-the-scenes with General Manager Tami Joslin to hear first-hand why it's a one-of-a-kind destination
Seg 5 - The diversity of Maui never disappoints, and for a tranquil way to experience the island we visit with the owner of Kula Botanical Garden, Kevin McCord
11/23/2024
23 November 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2447
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, Thanksgiving Travel, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Destinations International CEO Don Welsh details the organization, its impact on travel, current trends, optimism for Trump Administration and more
Seg 3 - Discover America - What do you know about the East Coast Greenway? Dennis Markatos-Soriano shares specifics on this new way to explore our nation
Seg 4 - Karen Carmichael weighs-in to discuss top Christmas Markets to experience in the USA
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Florida Keys Tourism CEO Kara Franker talks the allure of her area of America, holiday happenings and range of offerings
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in AK, GA and KY
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - "Dream of Italy" host Kathy McCabe joins us to talk our collective love of Italy, diversity of the terrific country and reasons to visit
Seg 3 - CDC's Dr. Julie Thwing offers thoughts on ways to safeguard your health when traveling during the winter months and higher infection periods
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey shares tips/tricks for navigating servicing/maintaining your car for the holiday and winter driving season
Seg 5 - AAA's VP of Travel Stacey Barber reports on Thanksgiving Holiday Week travel expectations, peak periods, hot destinations and additional things to know
11/16/2024
16 November 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2446
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Mediterranean Cruise 2024 talk, 600+ Affiliates!!, Winning Gold & 2 Lowell Thomas Awards, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - U.S. Travel Association CEO Geoff Freeman returns discussing expectations for new Trump Administration, Disaster Relief and more
Seg 3 - Pamela Holt shares thoughts on Solo Travel vs Single Travel and opportunities it offers to go experience the world
Seg 4 - Humane Society of The U.S. Director Vicki Stevens weighs-in offering tips for upcoming holiday season travel with pets
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Visit Colorado Springs CEO Doug Price connects to share some of the year-round variety his community offers travelers
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in IN, MT and WV
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - GoAbroad Founder Troy Peden offers thoughts on Volunteering when traveling, Study Abroad Programs and his company's impact
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Author Benedict Allen shares some of "Explorer: The Quest for Adventure and Great Unknowns"
Seg 4 - Write-Stuff - Author Benedict Allen shares some of "Explorer: The Quest for Adventure and Great Unknowns" (continued)
Seg 5 - Show Friend Trae Bodge of TrueTrae.com checks-in with an advance preview of Black Friday travel deals
11/09/2024
9 November 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - Mediterranean Cruise 2024 with Seabourn Ovation
RMWT2445
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Mediterranean Cruise 2024 talk, 600+ Affiliates Achieved, Alaska and more
Seg 2 - Seabourn Ovation Hotel Director Zoran Jacimovic and Destination Manager Sara McDonald detail their duties, operations and diversity of excursions
Seg 3 - While Robert & Mary visited Sardinia they engaged with Tour Guide Giuseppe Serra and share some of their conversation with him
Seg 4 - Seabourn's Crystal Morgan connects with co-host Rudy to discuss main hosts Robert & Mary's 2025 Alaska Cruise plans with show fans, plus Asia and more
Seg 5 - Executive Chef Lindsay Lewis talks about all the food offerings aboard Seabourn Ovation, meeting guest expectations, handling food allergies/special needs, etc.
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Seabourn Ovation Captain Emilian Cygan leaves The Bridge to talk about his ship, her handling and his enjoyment of the sea
Seg 2 - Cruise Director Robert Brendan discusses all that he and the team do to create a wide variety of activities and high caliber entertainment offerings
Seg 3 - Robert & Mary open the Show Mics to Show Fans/Followers traveling with them on this big "Let's Go America! Tour" - Mediterranean Cruise 2024
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary open the Show Mics to Show Fans/Followers traveling with them on this big "Let's Go America! Tour" - Mediterranean Cruise 2024
Seg 5 - While in Monaco, Robert & Mary spent time with Christophe Brico, a member of their Parliament, talking Monte Carlo and more, and they share some of their conversation
11/02/2024
2 November 2024 | RMWorldTravel
RMWT2444
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Mediterranean Cruise 2024 talk, etc.
Seg 2 - Today's airport check-in takes us to CVG and DAL for reports on airport operations/happenings with Candace McGraw and Patrick Carreno
Seg 3 - Extreme Tourism is our topic for the "C-Block" as Tony Schiena weighs-in
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey is joined by Business Insider's Adam Rogers to discuss evolution and growth of robot taxis and the experience they provide
Seg 5 - Virginia is one of our most favorite State's to visit, Show Friend Bill (Bill on The Road) Clevlen is there and we connect for a report on some charming small towns
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus J.D. Power's Azari Jones shares key results from the 2024 North America Car Rental Satisfaction Study
Seg 2 - Travel The World From Your Own Kitchen - Chef Ben Robinson serves up his Cavatelli & Puttanesca Recipe while taking Scenic & Emerald Cruises travel
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Sarah Dandashy connects to discuss "Hospitality From Within"
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's on Engaging Locals
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - with Veteran's Day coming on Nov 11th, we showcase the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force with Meghan Anderson
10/26/2024
26 October 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2443
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Mediterranean Cruise 2024 talk, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Breeze Airways CEO David Neeleman returns with an update on their operations, Aviation Sector realities and more
Seg 3 - Discover America - Grace Hassler with the National Parks Service details some of the 130+ National Monuments to go experience
Seg 4 - "Bucket List" travel talk is the focus for today's "D-Block" as Choice Mutual's Anthony Martin joins the conversation
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - We check-in on Williamsburg, VA 2695 days after our initial showcase as their Tourism CEO Ed Harris discusses his area
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in CO, FL and NC
Seg 2 - How often do you think about what goes into designing hotels and the experience they provide guests? Lawrence Adams shares thoughts
Seg 3 - Regional Whiskies fill this segment of the show today as we chat with Alexandra Clough with the American Craft Spirits Association
Seg 4 - Travel booking and social media collide on the app Otsy and founder Michael DeLucca offers up some details
Seg 5 - Christina Luna, Branch Chief with U.S. Customs and Border Protection connects to talk the latest on the Trusted Travel Programs including Global Entry
10/19/2024
19 October 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2442
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Maui 2024, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Mediterranean Cruise 2024 talk
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Internova CEO J.D. O'Hara checks-in to talk Maui, Cruise Sector of Travel, company operations and Travel Advisors
Seg 3 - McAfee's Global Head of Threat Abhishek Karnik offers thoughts on Travel Scams to be mindful of and avoid when traveling
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey reviews the 2025 Chevy Equinox Activ
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Looking for a great weekend getaway location? Visit Annapolis Executive Director Kristen Pironis details what awaits you
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in LA, MD and OR
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - While on Maui Robert & Mary spent time with Chef Kyle Kawakami who talks "Hawaiian Food" and engaging the locals
Seg 3 - Some top places to travel for Halloween is the scheduled topic as Fork & Wander's Tim Hollihan jumps aboard
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in CO and FL
Seg 5 - Robert & Mary experience the all-new Kilolani Spa at the Waldorf Astoria Grand Wailea Resort first-hand and then talk with it's Senior Director David Erlich
10/12/2024
12 October 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - United Kingdom (Part II) @ Kirkwall (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2441
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - United Kingdom and Scotland talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Seabourn Venture Expedition Guides Sue Crafer and Chris Clarke get personal about the North Atlantic, Scottish Islands, Spirituality on Iona and Expedition Cruising
Seg 3 - Kayak Guide Ian Klynsmith discusses Expedition Cruising with Seabourn, safety on the water, his happy place and more
Seg 4 - Golfer Tom Coyne checks-in to discuss advantages of golfing in Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland while offering up some insider tips
Seg 5 - Martha LaGuardia-Kotite shares how after nearly 30 years with the U.S. Coast Guard a Seabourn cruise changed her life and opened a new chapter with the cruise line
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Seabourn Venture Hotel Director Nick Botha-Simpson discuss the range of offerings on-board the Polar Class vessel to pamper travelers
Seg 2 - Seabourn Venture Cruise Director Nick Martland joins Nick Botha-Simpson to share on-board entertainment options, crew collaboration and Venture amenities
Seg 3 - You won't go hungry on Seabourn Venture nor will you want to miss out on the array of terrific drinks ... Director of Food & Beverage Oskars Leitis weighs-in with details
Seg 4 - Historic Scotland's Kit Reid details some of the country's World Heritage sites and history
Seg 5 - Robert & Mary take the show mics around Seabourn Venture to get first-hand passenger reports on their experiences traveling the North Atlantic these past 14 days
10/05/2024
5 October 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - Maui 2024
RMWT2440
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Maui 2024 talk + HGV Maui Bay Villas GM Will Bethel
Seg 2 - Hilton Grand Vacations Maui Bay Villa General Manager Will Bethel and Maui Food Bank CEO Lisa Paulson engage on Hawaii's "Valley Isle"
Seg 3 - Robert & Mary head to Upcountry and visit Ulupalakua Vineyard in Kula, home to Maui Wine and connect with its President Paula Hegele
Seg 4 - In a few weeks Whale Season begins on Maui, and NOAA's Dr. Marc Lammers discusses offerings for visitors at the Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary
Seg 5 - Mitzi Toro aka The Maui Cookie Lady joins us on-set to share how her kindness led to the creation of her business on Maui that now has a cult following
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus HGV Ka’anapali Beach Club GM Will Lee and Cultural Expert Kaniala Masoe share their Maui stories and engaging travelers
Seg 2 - Cindy Paulos hosts Hawaii's longest running talk show, owns our local affiliate AM 1110 & FM 96.7 KAOI Radio and discusses some of Maui's magic
Seg 3 - For the 1st time ever, brothers RJ and Nicholas Carey appear together on-air as we talk family travel, our love of Maui and HGV's Kihei property
Seg 4 - Mama's Fish House is iconic on Maui and we go behind-the-scenes with General Manager Tami Joslin to hear first-hand why it's a one-of-a-kind destination
Seg 5 - The diversity of Maui never disappoints, and for a tranquil way to experience the island we visit with the owner of Kula Botanical Garden, Kevin McCord
09/28/2024
28 September 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2439
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Maui 2024 talk, etc.
Seg 2 - Show Friend Les Abend checks-in as we discuss several important current items from the Aviation Sector of Travel
Seg 3 - UpgradedPoints.com Managing Editor Ryan Smith is back talking about Elite Lounges becoming the Hottest Club in Town
Seg 4 - Kaitlyn Jain shares stories of traveling with her 4 kids and offers up tips for smoother travel
Seg 5 - Show Friend Patrick De Haan from GasBuddy.com discusses finding available fuel with Hurricane Helene and road trip planning
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in CA, IA and NM
Seg 2 - Show Friend Kathy Sudeikis returns with insights on travel, holiday destinations and talks about her family gatherings
Seg 3 - Etiquette Expert and Show Friend Diane Gottsman weighs-in on tipping trends and offers advice on showing gratitude
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's with thoughts on Place Dropping
Seg 5 - Show Friend Jeanenne Tornatore shares including teenagers in travel plans, and separately working for the Cruise Lines in Alaska
09/21/2024
21 September 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2438
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Maui talk, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - AHLA's Kevin Carey engages on important current happenings in the Hospitality Sector of Travel
Seg 3 - Discover America - Old Town Trolley Tours CEO Chris Belland discusses how his passion for history created company benefitting travelers
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff’s on Travel Loyalty and Incentive Programs and their future
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Discover Newport CEO Evan Smith checks-in to share new happenings in the "City by The Sea"
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus we hear about the upcoming West Side Nut Club Fall Festival in Evansville with Brandon McClish
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Michael Zervos joins us from Bangladesh, sharing his pursuit to visit every world country the fastest
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - John McMurtrie talks-up Literary Journeys: Mapping Fictional Travels Across The World of Literature
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey focuses on current realities involving EV's and some developments often not discussed
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - On final day of Summer, we look towards Halloween happenings with Rachel Christ-Doane at the Salem Witch Museum
09/14/2024
14 September 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2437
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Westgate Resorts COO Mark Waltrip details the range of company offerings and focus, David Seigel and more
Seg 3 - NEEF Director Kelly Burnett talks America's largest single volunteer day coming on September 28th and benefits to National Parks
Seg 4 - Dr. Andrew Coggins, Jr. jumps aboard to discuss the many safeguards at use by cruise lines to provide year round travel
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Visit Raleigh CEO Dennis Edwards checks-in to discuss this Capital City and reasons to visit
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus Ranjeet Singh shares his 50 State journey to run a Marathon at age 50
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Niamh McAnally explains her love and passion for the sea and her writings from "Following Sunshine"
Seg 3 - How do you continue to receive Mail when you travel long-term? Kristin Wilson offers thoughts on various services
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in GA and KY
Seg 5 - Are you a foodie? Crewfare's Lauren Rabadi joins us to discuss some top Food & Wine festivals to go enjoy
09/07/2024
7 September 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2436
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - SIXT USA President Tom Kennedy discusses growth of company, various offerings and how they differentiate from competition
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Author Paige McClanahan talks how tourism helps shape the world and what's covered in "The New Tourist"
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey answers Automotive related Listener EMails from listeners in CA and CT
Seg 5 - Adventure Traveler Janice Sears discusses quest she and her husband are on to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in AZ, KS and MA
Seg 2 - Caribbean Tourism Secretary General Dona Regis-Prosper shares an update on tourism to the islands, talking air and cruise too
Seg 3 - "Crush Season" is upon us for California Wine Makers, and Visit Napa CEO Linsey Gallagher give details and offers an invite
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in CO and IA
Seg 5 - During a recent visit to Alabama, Robert & Mary took time to visit Unclaimed Baggage and connected with Sonni Hood
08/31/2024
31 August 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - United Kingdom (Part I) @ Isle of Man (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2435
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - United Kingdom talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Seabourn Venture Captain Oleksandr Skladnoi joins us on-set to discuss the ship's capabilities, his passions for the sea and more
Seg 3 - Time begins in Greenwich, and we go behind-the-scenes with The Royal Observatory's GM Chris Smilley for all the details
Seg 4 - Experiencing a Coal Mine in Wales is a different way to visit, and Rhondda Heritage Park Museum's Darren Macey explains why
Seg 5 - After an unexpected detour to Fowey, we enjoy a hike in this area of Cornwall, England with Seabourn's Sebastian Coulthard
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Seabourn Expedition Leader Fridrik Fridriksson joins us live on-set to talk "Expedition Cruising 101"
Seg 2 - Seabourn Expedition Crew Members Joe Cockram and Mike Smith talk birding, ocean life and sailing in the North Atlantic
Seg 3 - Jen Martin jumps aboard to discuss other Seabourn Expedition Cruise opportunities as well as traditional ocean cruises too
Seg 4 - As we're headed to Scotland for Week 2, Visit Scotland's Vicki Miller discusses popular activities U.S. travelers enjoy in her country
Seg 5 - We go behind-the-scenes at the Jameson Whiskey Distillery on Bow Street in Dublin with executive Helen Lordan
08/24/2024
24 August 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2434
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - CLIA CEO Kelly Craighead checks-in to discuss the "State of The Cruise Industry" and all things cruise
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Author Ash Bhandwaj details "Why We Travel"
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey is just back to share his travels to the Concours d'Elegance in Pebble Beach, Sonoma's Race Track and more
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Virginia Beach is showcased today as CVB Director Nancy Helman extends an invite to come visit
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus Wallethub's Chip Lupo weighs-in to discuss the Most Fun States in America
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - IFly.com's Managing Director Anthony Bruno talks Airports, Plane Travel, building the company and world travels
Seg 3 - NerdWallet's Sally French discusses Top Travel Credit Cards, Booking Travel with Points, etc.
Seg 4 - BBC Travel's Rachel Ifans shares reasons to hike Europe's Ancient Salt Route and advice to get it done
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - American Federation of Arts Senior Curator Dr. Anke Van Wagenberg highlights touring art exhibits and collections
08/17/2024
17 August 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2433
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Seabourn President Natalya Leahy returns to discuss differentiating the cruise line, current operations, recent happenings and more
Seg 3 - AAA's Dr. Bill Van Tassel offers thoughts on why some areas of the world drive on the right side of the road, while others on the left
Seg 4 - AFAR's Jill Robinson talks the pros and cons of Airport Hotels
Seg 5 - The U.S. Open begins here in New York this week, and USTA Managing Director Nicole Kankam previews what's ahead
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in SD, TX and WV
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Adventurer Jonny Beardmore details his global mission delivering postal letters from the Galapagos Islands
Seg 3 - Ever wanted to overnight at a lighthouse? United States Lighthouse Society Executive Director Jeff Gales explains how
Seg 4 - Should you hire a Nanny when visiting a Theme Park? Cyan Nardiello has thoughts and we engage the conversation
Seg 5 - Dr. Carla Hayden, Librarian of Congress checks-in with an advance look at the National Book Festival in Washington, DC coming next Saturday
08/10/2024
10 August 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2432
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Winnebago CEO Michael Happe visits with us discussing company brands, offerings, current realities and more
Seg 3 - From airline branding, paint designs and related livery features, Edmond Huot offers insider secrets and personal perspectives
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey shares a review of the 2024 Mercedes E450 Wagon after giving it a thorough test drive
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Little Rock is the city we feature today and their CVB Director Libby Doss Lloyd joins the conversation
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus IAFE CEO Marla Calico checks-in from the road on current happenings at State and Regional Fairs
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Captain Theresa Claiborne shares insights from her inspiring trailblazing career, and what's still ahead for her
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Author Lucas Peters shares some locations to experience from "40 European Trips You'll Never Forget"
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in MI and UT
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh is a "must visit" and Director Max Pipman weighs-in with details
08/03/2024
3 August 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2431
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - CBRE VP Miri Vasilevsky-Pinto connects from Mexico City to discuss challenges involved in operating hotels/resorts in today's environment
Seg 3 - You're never too old to travel, and 90 year old Nancy Strong shares her travels overseas to experience Taylor Swift concerts
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in CA and NH
Seg 5 - Value Added Tax or "VAT" is our focus for today's "E-Block" as Global Blue SVP Virginie Alem details ways to get your money back
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus Maison Astor's Stéphane Mouttet reports from Paris and his city hosting the Olympics
Seg 2 - ThemeParkInsider's Robert Niles checks-in for a wide-ranging, informative and engaging discussion on the Theme Park Sector of Travel
Seg 3 - Wall Street Journal's Katie Deighton weighs-in with thoughts on Roadtripping America via the train
Seg 4 - TSA's Carter Langston discusses Digital ID, how to access the service, current airports accepting it and what's ahead
Seg 5 - We connect with Rand McNally's Linda Pappalardo for a conversation on Maps vs GPS, spontaneity in travel and more
07/27/2024
27 July 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2430
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - JD Power's Andrea Stokes checks-in to discuss Guest Satisfaction in the Hospitality Sector of Travel
Seg 3 - The Travel Doctor is in the house as Dr. Yvette McQueen talks travel shots, travel pills, international travel and more
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey traveled to the EAA Air Show in Oshkosh, WI this week and Robert & Mary get details from his experience
Seg 5 - Discover America - Author Eric Weiner joins us as today's focus is Ben Franklin, how travel shaped him and his impacts on our nation
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in CT, WA and WI
Seg 2 - Dylan Thuras from Atlas Obscura returns to share some wacky and unique places to go encounter across America
Seg 3 - Robert DeLaurentis details the process of buying his Whidbey Island, WA airport now called DeLaurentis International Airport
Seg 4 - The National Water Trails System is a network of water trails open to everyone, Mike Passo weighs-in with what awaits you
Seg 5 - This upcoming week kicks-off the 77th Annual Maine Lobster Festival and its Director Shannon Kinney details what's on tap
07/20/2024
20 July 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2429
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - RoadTrips President Dave Guenther shares how his firm has hit a homerun leading the Sports Travel sector and their offerings
Seg 3 - American Lifeguard Association Trainer Wyatt Werneth provides tips to smartly swimming in the ocean + other water safety advice
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in KY, TN and WI
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Visit Anchorage CEO Julie Saupe discusses the diversity of the city and offers up many reasons to visit
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus we get a Republican National Conventional "post game" report from OANN's Daniel Baldwin
Seg 2 - AZA CEO Dan Ashe returns to share the latest happenings to go experience at Zoos & Aquariums across the nation
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Andrew Nelson details some alternative locations to visit from National Geographic's "Here Not There"
Seg 4 - What are the benefits of Grandparents traveling with Grandkids? Amy Piper weighs-in with thoughts
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - With Comic-Con in San Diego about to kick-off, we visit with Comic-Con Museum Director Rita Vandergraw
07/13/2024
13 July 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2428
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Margaritaville is today's focus as COO Brad Schwaeble discusses their range of offerings, engaging travelers and more
Seg 3 - If you have an urgent medical issue and need a flight, LifeLine Executive Lindsey Kerr details their offerings and who'll pilot you
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey answers Automotive related EMails from show fans in MI and SC
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Green Bay CEO Brad Toll talks football of course, but also details many other reasons to visit Title Town
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in DE, NY and TX
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - We first visited with Kevin Fedarko during our 4 May 2019 broadcast, and check-in for an update on a Grand Canyon feat
Seg 3 - Sahara Rose DeVore discusses her life as a Travel Coach, the network she's created and how they can benefit travelers
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff’s on childhood trips using maps, history and interest of maps, the future of maps and today's traveler using map apps
Seg 5 - Show Friend and Weather Channel Senior Meteorologist Ray Stagich talks current weather issues, their impacts on travel and forecasts
07/06/2024
6 July 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - Hot Springs, VA (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2427
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Hot Springs, VA talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Omni Homestead Resort Managing Director Mark Spadoni discusses Homestead Hospitality, life at his one-of-a-kind property, the $170M renovations and more
Seg 3 - We hike the Cascades Gorge with Naturalist Laura Cooper and talk about the experience, the wildlife, varied plants and its temperate rainforest
Seg 4 - Nearby the Omni Homestead Resort is the renowned Garth Newel Music Center, Artistic Director and Pianist Jeanette Fang weighs-in on its history and offerings
Seg 5 - The Omni Homestead's Lynn Swann shares the iconic Warm Springs that date back to 1761 and keep guests coming back for soaks in the high mineral waters
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Great Hall Maitre d'Hotel Anthony Pusey offers up snapshots of the deep history of America's 1st Resort -- the Omni Homestead
Seg 2 - Travel The World From Your Own Kitchen - Executive Chef Michael Zmigrodski shares the Omni Homestead's Virginia Crab Cake recipe and talks food/weddings
Seg 3 - The activities available to travelers at the Omni Homestead Resort are wide-ranging and extensive, Director of Recreation James DeBoe jumps aboard with details
Seg 4 - As Robert & Mary broadcast live from the George Washington Library at the Omni Homestead, Rudy is joined by Mount Vernon's Kathleen Ford who extends an invite
Seg 5 - Don't overlook Virginia Wines! Sommelier Quynh Cohen talks up the Virginia Wine Experience available on-property and the range of top wines in the State
06/29/2024
29 June 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2426
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Frisco, TX talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Nexion President Jackie Friedman talks Texas, Travel Advisors, American Airlines, Cruise Sector of Travel, AI/technology + more
Seg 3 - Nexion President Jackie Friedman talks Texas, Travel Advisors, AA, Cruising, AI/technology and more (continued)
Seg 4 - Angela Laws discusses TrustedHousesitters and shares things Pet Owners should know and options available when they travel
Seg 5 - U.S. News & World Report Senior Editor of Travel Rachael Hood jumps aboard to discuss July 4th fireworks and where to go
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Frisco, TX talk plus Richard Aboulafia engaging on Aviation Sector of Travel
Seg 2 - AeroDynamics Managing Director Richard Aboulafia talks a range of happenings occurring in the Aviation Sector of Travel (continued)
Seg 3 - What are the best types of Travel Souvenirs to collect and what should you avoid? Thrillist's Serena Tara weighs-in with thoughts
Seg 4 - Author Tom Tarantino details "Looking For Legends" through global travel
Seg 5 - Experian's Christina Roman joins us to discuss ways to save money on July 4th/Summer Travel, Auto Insurance and more
06/22/2024
22 June 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2425
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Frisco, TX talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - KOA CEO Toby O'Rourke details growth in Camping/Outdoors Sector of Travel, diverse options and more
Seg 3 - Forbes Advisor Managing Editor Caroline Lupini weighs-in on the value of loyalty points, offering tips + food for thought
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey discusses modern ways to protect your vehicles exterior, improve value and save fuel
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Mackinac Island Tourism CEO Tim Hygh shares passions for this unique American location worth a visit
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open with Rudy, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in MO, NM and WA
Seg 2 - Travel The World From Your Own Kitchen - Chef Brad Barnes connects from Paris talking travel and sharing his Spicy Korean Pork Skewers recipe
Seg 3 - Suzana Gartner discusses Pet Friendly Beaches across U.S. offers insights on etiquette, various rules, etc.
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in FL, NY and WA
Seg 5 - Robert & Mary share a range of July 4th / Summer focused "Deals of The Week" from various Sectors of Travel World
06/15/2024
15 June 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2424
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" talk -- Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - U.S. Travel Association CEO Geoff Freeman engages with us in an honest, engaging, insightful conversation
Seg 3 - Discover America - We discuss a number of Road Trip routes to connect with our Nation as AAA SVP Paula Twidale checks-in
Seg 4 - National Park Service's Cynthia Hernandez shares advice and tips on visiting parks and avoiding issues with wildlife
Seg 5 - TripBoutiq's Brook Bramley connects to discuss Luxury Travel Trends, lesser known Honeymoon locations and more
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus AIG Travel Global Medical Director Dr. William Spangler talks DVT's and Travel Health
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - PackUp+Go's Lillian Rafson shares her entrepreneurial success impacting travelers with Surprise Travel
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Pat Wetzel discusses her inspirational travel book about overcoming obstacles "Bump in the Road"
Seg 4 - It's National Ocean Month, and we bring-in NOAA Director John Armor to discuss visiting National Marine Sanctuaries
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - Flag Day was yesterday, July 4th is ahead -- so we visit with Adrienne Whaley @ Museum of the American Revolution
06/08/2024
8 June 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2423
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - JD Power Managing Director Michael Taylor engages us on the Airline Sector of Travel and their 2024 Satisfaction Study
Seg 3 - Tim Tyler with U.S Customs and Border Protection offers up some Travel Tips and Traveler Entry Programs
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in GA and VT
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Providence Mayor Brett Smiley talks up his city and reasons to visit, while extending the welcome mat
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in GA, IL and MS
Seg 2 - We discuss real world issues happening in the Hospitality Sector of Travel with Hotel Safety/Security Expert Sal Caccavale
Seg 3 - Journalist Sophie Stuber offers alternatives to consider in Paris and France this Summer other than the Olympics
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's on what he considers to be the Perfect Hotel and his Perfect Hotel Room
Seg 5 - Show Friend Bill Clevlen shares some experiences from his recent 3 week trip to Kansas and how much he enjoyed it
06/01/2024
1 June 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2422
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" talk -- Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - America, Travel Savings, Family Business and more take center-stage with AMAC's CEO Rebecca Weber
Seg 3 - The Better Business Bureau's Melanie McGovern offers data and tips to avoid hotel booking scams
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey shares his Memorial Day holiday weekend at Lime Rock Park mixing-in racing, RV's and cars
Seg 5 - Discover America - Collette's Joel Hoadley checks-in as we Spotlight South Dakota and discuss patriotism and reasons to visit
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus Nashville CVB CEO Deana Ivey details CMA Fest, Bonnaroo and July 4th celebration
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Minute Suites co-founder Dan Solomon explains their ambitions to positively benefit airport travelers
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Dean Klinkenberg talks "The Wild Mississippi" that travels 2340 miles across 10 States
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in CT, IN and NM
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Chief Curator Suzanne Ramljak describes their many offerings
05/25/2024
25 May 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - London (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2421
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - London talk, etc.
Seg 2 - Show Friend and World Travel & Tourism Council CEO Julia Simpson joins us live on-set to discuss current travel realities
Seg 3 - We go behind-the-scenes at famed Royal Albert Hall with its CEO James Ainscough
Seg 4 - From Harrods to Savile Row, the shopping in London is outstanding and Tommy Raban of Scabal weighs-in with thoughts
Seg 5 - Red Carnation Hotels Pranav Ahuja talks hospitality, history, Kensington, cocktails, getting off-property and more
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Andrew Pike, GM of The Milestone Hotel & Residences shares his meaning of hospitality and more
Seg 2 - Anthony Pickles returns 5 years to the day, and is joined by Brown + Hudson's Rob Wallbank to talk London & Great Britain travel
Seg 3 - We spent an afternoon touring London's Spy & Espionage scene and invited CEO Ana Araque to share Imagine Experiences
Seg 4 - London's iconic Black Cabs are part of the city's fabric, and Steve McNamara of the Licensed Taxi Driver's Association gives details
Seg 5 - The perfect Globe can be found in London as we found out first-hand when we visit the studio of Bellerby & Co Globemakers with Peter Bellerby
05/18/2024
18 May 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - Hot Springs, VA
RMWT2420
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Hot Springs, VA talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Omni Homestead Resort Managing Director Mark Spadoni discusses Homestead Hospitality, life at his one-of-a-kind property, the $170M renovations and more
Seg 3 - We hike the Cascades Gorge with Naturalist Laura Cooper and talk about the experience, the wildlife, varied plants and its temperate rainforest
Seg 4 - Nearby the Omni Homestead Resort is the renowned Garth Newel Music Center, Artistic Director and Pianist Jeanette Fang weighs-in on its history and offerings
Seg 5 - The Omni Homestead's Lynn Swann shares the iconic Warm Springs that date back to 1761 and keep guests coming back for soaks in the high mineral waters
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Great Hall Maitre d'Hotel Anthony Pusey offers up snapshots of the deep history of America's 1st Resort -- the Omni Homestead
Seg 2 - Travel The World From Your Own Kitchen - Executive Chef Michael Zmigrodski shares the Omni Homestead's Virginia Crab Cake recipe and talks food/weddings
Seg 3 - The activities available to travelers at the Omni Homestead Resort are wide-ranging and extensive, Director of Recreation James DeBoe jumps aboard with details
Seg 4 - As Robert & Mary broadcast live from the George Washington Library at the Omni Homestead, Rudy is joined by Mount Vernon's Kathleen Ford who extends an invite
Seg 5 - Don't overlook Virginia Wines! Sommelier Quynh Cohen talks up the Virginia Wine Experience available on-property and the range of top wines in the State
05/11/2024
11 May 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2419
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Hot Springs, Virginia talk -- Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Hilton Grand Vacations CEO Mark Wang checks-in to discuss the company's impressive growth, their Ultimate Access Platform and more
Seg 3 - Discover America - Past Lane Travels' Jessica James offers up lesser known options in Gettysburg, historic cemeteries, the 1st Washington Monument and more
Seg 4 - Marianne van den Broek explains Sand Sculpting activities
Seg 5 - Wallethub's Cassandra Happe jumps aboard as we address Currency Exchange when traveling, getting the best transaction rates, etc.
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in AL, MT and OH
Seg 2 - Show Friend Dr. Bjorn Hanson joins the conversation as we talk about some of the current realities in the Hospitality Sector of Travel
Seg 3 - Nick Leighton talks up passenger behavior on planes and chides travelers etiquette
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey shares thoughts on Weekend Warrior vehicle options to consider that offer fun driving and value
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - when visiting Seattle we say a visit to the Museum of Flight is a must, and their Senior Curator Matthew Burchette details the offerings
05/04/2024
4 May 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2418
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - AIG Travel COO Robert Gallagher talks protecting your travels and the options available for travelers
Seg 3 - Peter Klayman reports an overview of travel trends, AI, loyalty programs, airlines, etc.
Seg 4 - Derek Perry shares his enthusiasm and passion for the 1200+ roller-coasters he's experienced and their popularity with travelers
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - On this Kentucky Derby Saturday, we focus on Louisville with Tourism Executive Doug Bennett
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in FL, OR and VA
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Red Carnation Hotel CEO Jonathan Raggett discusses hospitality, service and making curated travel special
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - If Wild Places are your thing, author Jon Waterman weighs-in re the National Geographic Atlas of Wild America
Seg 4 - WarmShowers Tahverlee Anglenis discusses how they help touring bicyclists find ideal routes, a place to overnight and more
Seg 5 - Robert & Mary share an array of Travel focused "Deals of The Week"
04/27/2024
27 April 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - United Kingdom (Part II) @ Kirkwall
RMWT2417
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - United Kingdom and Scotland talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Seabourn Venture Expedition Guides Sue Crafer and Chris Clarke get personal about the North Atlantic, Scottish Islands, Spirituality on Iona and Expedition Cruising
Seg 3 - Kayak Guide Ian Klynsmith discusses Expedition Cruising with Seabourn, safety on the water, his happy place and more
Seg 4 - Golfer Tom Coyne checks-in to discuss advantages of golfing in Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland while offering up some insider tips
Seg 5 - Martha LaGuardia-Kotite shares how after nearly 30 years with the U.S. Coast Guard a Seabourn cruise changed her life and opened a new chapter with the cruise line
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Seabourn Venture Hotel Director Nick Botha-Simpson discuss the range of offerings on-board the Polar Class vessel to pamper travelers
Seg 2 - Seabourn Venture Cruise Director Nick Martland joins Nick Botha-Simpson to share on-board entertainment options, crew collaboration and Venture amenities
Seg 3 - You won't go hungry on Seabourn Venture nor will you want to miss out on the array of terrific drinks ... Director of Food & Beverage Oskars Leitis weighs-in with details
Seg 4 - Historic Scotland's Kit Reid details some of the country's World Heritage sites and history
Seg 5 - Robert & Mary take the show mics around Seabourn Venture to get first-hand passenger reports on their experiences traveling the North Atlantic these past 14 days
04/20/2024
20 April 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - United Kingdom (Part I) @ Isle of Man
RMWT2416
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - United Kingdom talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Seabourn Venture Captain Oleksandr Skladnoi joins us on-set to discuss the ship's capabilities, his passions for the sea and more
Seg 3 - Time begins in Greenwich, and we go behind-the-scenes with The Royal Observatory's GM Chris Smilley for all the details
Seg 4 - Experiencing a Coal Mine in Wales is a different way to visit, and Rhondda Heritage Park Museum's Darren Macey explains why
Seg 5 - After an unexpected detour to Fowey, we enjoy a hike in this area of Cornwall, England with Seabourn's Sebastian Coulthard
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Seabourn Expedition Leader Fridrik Fridriksson joins us live on-set to talk "Expedition Cruising 101"
Seg 2 - Seabourn Expedition Crew Members Joe Cockram and Mike Smith talk birding, ocean life and sailing in the North Atlantic
Seg 3 - Jen Martin jumps aboard to discuss other Seabourn Expedition Cruise opportunities as well as traditional ocean cruises too
Seg 4 - As we're headed to Scotland for Week 2, Visit Scotland's Vicki Miller discusses popular activities U.S. travelers enjoy in her country
Seg 5 - We go behind-the-scenes at the Jameson Whiskey Distillery on Bow Street in Dublin with executive Helen Lordan
04/13/2024
13 April 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - London
RMWT2415
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - London talk, etc.
Seg 2 - Show Friend and World Travel & Tourism Council CEO Julia Simpson joins us live on-set to discuss current travel realities
Seg 3 - We go behind-the-scenes at famed Royal Albert Hall with its CEO James Ainscough
Seg 4 - From Harrods to Savile Row, the shopping in London is outstanding and Tommy Raban of Scabal weighs-in with thoughts
Seg 5 - Red Carnation Hotels Pranav Ahuja talks hospitality, history, Kensington, cocktails, getting off-property and more
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Open, plus Andrew Pike, GM of The Milestone Hotel & Residences shares his meaning of hospitality and more
Seg 2 - Anthony Pickles returns 5 years to the day, and is joined by Brown + Hudson's Rob Wallbank to talk London & Great Britain travel
Seg 3 - We spent an afternoon touring London's Spy & Espionage scene and invited CEO Ana Araque to share Imagine Experiences
Seg 4 - London's iconic Black Cabs are part of the city's fabric, and Steve McNamara of the Licensed Taxi Driver's Association gives details
Seg 5 - The perfect Globe can be found in London as we found out first-hand when we visit the studio of Bellerby & Co Globemakers with Peter Bellerby
04/06/2024
6 April 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2414
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, "Let's Go America! Tour" - London talk, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Scenic Group's Managing Director Ken Muskat jumps aboard to talk Scenic, Emerald and Cruise Sector of Travel
Seg 3 - Chief Travel Leader - Scenic Group's Leader Ken Muskat jumps aboard to talk Scenic, Emerald and Cruise Sector of Travel (continued)
Seg 4 - Work From Home's John Lee weighs-in on digital nomad visas, how countries are clamping down on remote workers, etc.
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - we check-in on Pigeon Forge with their long-time tourism executive Leon Downey for an update on area attractions
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum talking Solar Eclipse with RMWorldTravel affiliates in IN, PA and TX
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Physicians and Outdoor Adventurists Olen & Danae Netteburg share hiking 3 major U.S. trails with their 5 kids and more
Seg 3 - Chip Conley returns to discuss the Modern Elder Academy and where folks in their 40, 50, 60's can learn who they are during mid-life transition
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's on the Benefits and Travails of travel and Making Your Own Magic
Seg 5 - Charleston's Race Week is coming April 18-22nd and Event Director Randy Draftz provides details on the 28th edition of the Regatta
03/30/2024
30 March 2024 - RMWorldTravel (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2413
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise Travel with Us, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - TravelPerk VP Stuart Blake discusses the company's recent $100M investment, offerings for business travel and platform advantages
Seg 3 - Pamela Holt talks Solo Travel and why it works for her
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's on Chat GBT 4.0 and ways it could benefit travelers
Seg 5 - J.D. Power Executive Director Brent Gruber talks EV's, insights from their recent study and realities moving forward
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in AZ, FL and TX
Seg 2 - Forbes Travel Guide President Amanda Frasier returns to discuss their 2024 Summit, Cruise, Travel Trends and more
Seg 3 - Aviation pioneer Jerrie Mock's granddaughter Rita Pike weighs-in on the 60th Anniversary of the 29 day historic flight
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in FL, OH and UT
Seg 5 - With Tax Day coming in 37 days, Show Friend Tom Wheelwright checks-in to share ways Travel can help you save on your Taxes
03/23/2024
23 March 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2412
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - We invite The Hospitality Mentor Steve Turk to check-in for a wide-ranging discussion on Hotels/Resorts and the Hospitality Sector of Travel
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Fodor's Senior Editor Nikki Vargas shares her views on love, travel, coming of age and more from "Call You When I Land"
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey offers up some engaging "Race Weekends" to go experience in Miami, Detroit, Nashville and Chicago
Seg 5 - Show Friend A.J. Wolfe is back to talk Disney as we share some lesser known facts and insider secrets involving their theme parks
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open with Rudy, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in GA, NC and WA
Seg 2 - Travel The World From Your Own Kitchen - Chef Spike Mendelsohn serves up his famed Green Curry Mussels recipe and talks food/travel
Seg 3 - Adventure Travel Trade Association CEO Shannon Stowell details range of offerings in his sector of travel, extremes, exotics, pricing, styles, etc.
Seg 4 - ATTA CEO Shannon Stowell details range and offerings found in his sector of travel, extremes, exotics, styles, pricing, etc. (continued)
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - The Eclipse is coming April 8th, Dante Centuori at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum in Ohio shares their plans and more
03/16/2024
16 March 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2411
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Collette CEO Jaclyn Leibl-Cote checks-in to talk Ireland, group travel, becoming CEO and family, current trends and more
Seg 3 - We flip the script and go in a 180 for the "C-Block" as Roff Smith shares National Geographic's "100 Bikes Rides of a Lifetime"
Seg 4 - For keeping all your devices connected when you travel internationally, Solis President Eric Plam details an array of ways he can make it happen
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Scottsdale gets love from us today as their tourism CEO Rachel Sacco jumps aboard with enticements to visit
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus Rachel Levitsky joins to talk Spring Skiing, Vail Resorts, Beaver Creek, Breckinridge and elsewhere
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Baby Quip CEO Fran Maier & Quality Provider Helen Wright discuss how they empower through service via travel
Seg 3 - Bilt Rewards VP Richard Kerr shares how they'll help you avoid transaction fees with credit cards while still earning travel rewards
Seg 4 - With Easter on the horizon, we look into what makes a great Chocolate Store with Aleksandra Crapanzano
Seg 5 - Whether it's the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse, Spring or Summer Travel, RVIA's Monika Geraci weighs in to help get your RV's motor running
03/09/2024
9 March 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2410
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise Travel with Us, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - TravelPerk VP Stuart Blake discusses the company's recent $100M investment, offerings for business travel and platform advantages
Seg 3 - Pamela Holt talks Solo Travel and why it works for her
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's on Chat GBT 4.0 and ways it could benefit travelers
Seg 5 - J.D. Power Executive Director Brent Gruber talks EV's, insights from their recent study and realities moving forward
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in AZ, FL and TX
Seg 2 - Forbes Travel Guide President Amanda Frasier returns to discuss their 2024 Summit, Cruise, Travel Trends and more
Seg 3 - Aviation pioneer Jerrie Mock's granddaughter Rita Pike weighs-in on the 60th Anniversary of the 29 day historic flight
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in FL, OH and UT
Seg 5 - With Tax Day coming in 37 days, Show Friend Tom Wheelwright checks-in to share ways Travel can help you save on your Taxes
03/02/2024
2 March 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2409
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise Travel with Us, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Going.com CEO Scott Keyes returns to talk Spring/Summer travel, booking trends, current value in travel and we share helpful travel tips
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Jessica Gee shares travels via her National Geographic book "Share The World with Your Kids on 50 Adventures of a Lifetime"
Seg 4 - Write-Stuff - Jessica Gee shares travels via her Nat Geo book "Share The World with Your Kids on 50 Adventures of a Lifetime" (continued)
Seg 5 - Show Friend Michael Baker of Business Travel News checks-in to discuss Business Travel topics top-of-mind with us
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus The Honorable Jason Isaac jumps aboard to talk EV's and the realities involving them most outlets don't share
Seg 2 - The Honorable Jason Isaac jumps aboard to talk Electric Vehicles and the realities involving them that most outlets don't share (continued)
Seg 3 - Kathleen Bangs of FlightAware goes wide and deep talking travel, airports, planes and more
Seg 4 - Kathleen Bangs of FlightAware goes wide and deep talking travel, airports, planes and more (continued)
Seg 5 - Robert & Mary share some Spring Break Travel focused "Deals of The Week"
02/24/2024
24 February 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2408
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise Travel with Us, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - AHLA CEO Chip Rogers returns to talk current realities in the hotel sector of travel, Choice/Wyndham and more
Seg 3 - Pete Ripmaster discusses his version of the Iditarod, his catalyst for competing in the 1000 miles race, and his travel experiences
Seg 4 - Pete Ripmaster discusses his version of the Iditarod, his catalyst for competing in the 1000 miles race, and his travel experiences (continued)
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Austin is today's focus, as their tourism CEO Tom Noonan updates on the area, things to do and big happenings
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in FL, MN and NY
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Thor Pedersen is the first person to visit all 203 countries in the world -- without flying -- and joins us from Denmark
Seg 3 - PC Magazine's Jill Duffy checks-in to discuss various language learning programs, benefits, drawbacks, etc.
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey is back talking different types of vehicles to consider for camping this spring/summer
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - Al Spajer extends an invite as he shares with us the professional and collegiate Mascot Hall of Fame in Whiting, Indiana
02/17/2024
17 February 2024 - RMWorldTravel (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2407
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise Travel with Us, New Stations Welcome, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Signature Travel Network CEO Alex Sharpe joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on various Macro Sectors of Travel
Seg 3 - Chief Travel Leader - Signature Travel Network CEO Alex Sharpe joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on various Macro Sectors of Travel (continued)
Seg 4 - Sports and special events often bring out the Goodyear Blimp, and Chief Pilot Michael Dougherty describes navigating the airship and their purpose
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Lake Tahoe takes center stage, as their Visitor Authority CEO Carol Chaplin talks up the area detailing new additions
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in CA, DC and WI
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Captain Dave Manning and his daughter First Officer Sky Manning share their passions for flying + respect for air travel/aircraft
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Renowned author Pico Iyer checks-in to discuss "The Half Known Life" and inner journeys through travel to elusive places
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey road tests and reports on the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - The Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto is today's focus as their "Keeper of the Cup" and VP Phil Pritchard joins us with specifics
02/10/2024
10 February 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2406
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Show Friend Richard Aboulafia checks-in from Seattle to discuss timely topics from the Aviation/Airline sector of travel
Seg 3 - Daytrip COO Marketa Blahova shares their private door-to-door car travel with sightseeing options available in over 100 countries
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer EMails from listeners in TX, MD, SC, NV, IA & RI specific to the 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise this Oct/Nov
Seg 5 - The Travel Mom Emily Kaufman weighs-in with thoughts on ways to enjoy family travel, multi-generation travel and more
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in CA, CO and MA
Seg 2 - Travel The World From Your Own Kitchen - Baked by Melissa's Chef Melissa Ben-Ishay shares her Cookie Dough Date Balls for Valentine's
Seg 3 - Discover America - Smithsonian's Claire Jerry shares background on historic Presidential retreats that you can go experience today
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's on Resort Fees, Urban Fees and Ways to Avoid Fees when you Travel
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - AskArthurTours' Arthur Smith joins us from New Orleans to discuss Mardi Gras World and Louisiana State Museum
02/03/2024
3 February 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2405
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, New Stations Welcome, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Seabourn VP Steve Smotrys shares the special offer/itinerary for show fans to travel with us this Oct/Nov in Mediterranean aboard Seabourn Ovation
Seg 3 - Ryan Smith of AwardWallet completed his mission to visit every country in the world, and he offers up some tales from the adventure
Seg 4 - AwardWallet's Ryan Smith completed his mission to visit every country in the world, and he offers up tales from the adventure (continued)
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Kathy Janega-Dykes talks Santa Barbara, CA and shares updates in the area since our last visit and live remote there
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus CrankyFlier.com's Brett Snyder talks topical items from the Airline/Aviation Sector of Travel World
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Seth Kubersky weighs-in on his passion for theme parks and "The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando 2024"
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Sailor Will Sofrin provides background to "All Hands on Deck: A Modern-Day High Seas Adventure to the Far Side of the World"
Seg 4 - Write-Stuff - Sailor Will Sofrin and "All Hands on Deck: A Modern-Day High Seas Adventure to the Far Side of the World" (continued)
Seg 5 - Valentine's is coming in 11 days, and Sandals Resorts Marsha-Ann Donaldson joins us to talk love, romance, travel and enjoying life
01/27/2024
27 January 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2404
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise Travel with Us, New Stations Welcome, Travel News Roundtable
Seg 2 - Today's airport check-in takes us to BWI and STL for reports on airport operations/happenings with Ricky Smith and Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge
Seg 3 - Travel Lemming CEO Nate Hake connects from Thailand to discuss some of their Top Picks for 2024
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey answers automotive focused Listener EMails
Seg 5 - We engage with Amelia Edelman to discuss traveling with kids and related items of family travel
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in AL, LA and MS
Seg 2 - We drive past the political agendas and PR involving EV's and talk facts vs fiction with AAA Director Greg Brannon
Seg 3 - Take a puzzle or leave a puzzle when you travel? Jessica Cheney of The Puzzle Republic weighs-in
Seg 4 - It's all aboard time with Seat61's Mark Smith as we talk Train Travel in Europe, the USA and elsewhere
Seg 5 - It's all aboard time with Seat61's Mark Smith as we talk Train Travel in Europe, the USA and elsewhere (continued)
01/20/2024
20 January 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2403
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, 2024 Seabourn Mediterranean Cruise Travel with Us, New Stations Welcome, Travel News Roundtable, etc.
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - Signature Travel Network CEO Alex Sharpe joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on various Macro Sectors of Travel
Seg 3 - Chief Travel Leader - Signature Travel Network CEO Alex Sharpe joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on various Macro Sectors of Travel (continued)
Seg 4 - Sports and special events often bring out the Goodyear Blimp, and Chief Pilot Michael Dougherty describes navigating the airship and their purpose
Seg 5 - Destination Spotlight - Lake Tahoe takes center stage, as their Visitor Authority CEO Carol Chaplin talks up the area detailing new additions
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus our National Communal Forum with RMWorldTravel affiliates in CA, DC and WI
Seg 2 - Personal Connection - Captain Dave Manning and his daughter First Officer Sky Manning share their passions for flying + respect for air travel/aircraft
Seg 3 - Write-Stuff - Renowned author Pico Iyer checks-in to discuss "The Half Known Life" and inner journeys through travel to elusive places
Seg 4 - Open Road - RJ Carey road tests and reports on the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce
Seg 5 - Museum Gallery - The Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto is today's focus as their "Keeper of the Cup" and VP Phil Pritchard joins us with specifics
01/13/2024
13 January 2024 - RMWorldTravel
RMWT2402
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, Team Banter, Seabourn 2024 Travel with Us Announcement, 22 New Stations, Travel News Roundtable and more
Seg 2 - Chief Travel Leader - It's "Wave Season" and CLIA CEO Kelly Craighead checks-in with a report on what's ahead in 2024 for cruise, trends and more
Seg 3 - For a different way to enjoy water when you travel, Brent Christensen jumps aboard to discuss Ice Castles in locations nationwide
Seg 4 - Robert & Mary answer Listener EMails from FL, WA and TX
Seg 5 - Buy Now, Pay Later for travel is gaining in popularity, we have thoughts on this, so does Kiplinger's Editor Lisa Gerstner who joins the conversation
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary and Rudy Show Open, plus Kurt Knutsson {aka Kurt The Cyberguy} checks-in with a report on CES, travel and tech and other items
Seg 2 - Kurt Knutsson {aka Kurt The Cyberguy} of Fox News/Fox Business reports on CES, travel and tech and other items (continued)
Seg 3 - Discover America - Historic Hotels of America EVP Larry Horwitz weighs-in on ways to learn more about the USA through hotel stays
Seg 4 - Rudy Riff's on changes to airline loyalty status, the move to focus more on non-flying than actually flying and his decision to stop playing the game
Seg 5 - Tracey Minkin joins us to spotlight some lesser known locations to find winter warmth in Florida, South Carolina and California
01/06/2024
6 January 2024 - RMWorldTravel | Let's Go America! Tour - Maui (Encore Presentation)
RMWT2401
Hour 1
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, "Let's Go America! Tour" - Maui talk + Grand Wailea Resort Cultural Programming Manager & Leadership Educator Kalei ʻUwēkoʻolani
Seg 2 - Maui CVB Executive Director Sherry Duong discusses importance of Travel & Tourism for Maui, its impact, and details "Maui is Open and Welcoming" visitors
Seg 3 - Luana Mahi, Director of Economic Development for Maui, shares ways travelers can get involved with volunteer efforts on the island, talks up MauiNuiStrong.info and more
Seg 4 - SailTrilogy is Maui's oldest boat operator, celebrating 50 years in 2023. We travel with Captain Riley Coon on an excursion to Molokini Crater and also discuss the Lahaina fires and more
Seg 5 - Every restaurant at the Grand Wailea Resort has been reinvented or renovated and Executive Chef Ryan Urig provides some details on property's investment in its food/culinary scene
Hour 2
-- Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 - Robert & Mary Show Open, plus Grand Wailea Resort Hotel Manager Wendle Lesher, Executive Chef Ryan Urig and Cultural Programming Manager Kalei ʻUwēkoʻolani
Seg 2 - Waldorf Astoria Grand Wailea Resort Hotel Manager Wendle Lesher talks about his move to Maui, the major renovations that have touched all areas of the property and the community
Seg 3 - Show Friend and owner/host Cindy Paulos from our local affiliate AM 1110 & FM 96.7 KAOI Radio joins the conversation about what makes Maui special, the recovery efforts and more
Seg 4 - Pam Tumpap, Maui Chamber of Commerce President checks-in to discuss the upcoming "Made in Maui" festival and ways to participate on the island or virtually and support local businesses
Seg 5 - We catch-up with travel website HiChee.com CEO Justin Gordon on a Pāia beach to discuss lesser known parks to visit on the island, unique biking options, surfing, foiling and more