The Weekly Travel Alert
Stay up to date with the latest happenings in the world of travel. Learn the tips and tricks from the industry experts, Steve Glenn and Paul Glenn.
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66 episodes
🎄 Steve’s Ultimate NYC Holiday Guide + Top 10 Year-Round Must-Do’s! 🎄
Join us as we gear up for an unforgettable holiday trip to New York City—and a chance to cheer on the Nebraska Cornhuskers at the Pinstripe Bowl on December 28, 2024! 🏈✨In this video, we’re sharing:🎅 Our Must-Do Holiday Activities i...
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Episode 55
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11:45
Top 10 Tips for Maximizing Your Frequent Flyer Miles! ✈️✨
Frequent flyer miles are the currency of the 21st century for savvy travelers, but are you using them wisely? In this video, we break down the Top 10 Tips for making the most of your miles and credit card points! From booking premium class tick...
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Episode 54
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The Top 10 International Destinations for 2025
🌍✨ Steve Glenn’s Top 10+1 Travel Destinations for 2025! ✈️Looking for inspiration for your next big adventure? Join Steve Glenn, founder of Executive Travel, as he unveils his Top 10+1 International Travel Destinations for 2025! From ti...
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Steve’s 10 tips to make flying easier during the holidays
Traveling during the busy holiday season can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! 🛫 Steve shares his 12 essential tips to make your flights smoother and hassle-free. From using airline apps and TSA Pre-Check to packing carry-ons only and ta...
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Episode 52
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USA vs. Europe and what we can learn from each other
🌍✈️ Steve dives into the best of both worlds, sharing 11 European habits Americans could learn—like work-life balance, café culture ☕, and sustainability 🌱—and 11 American habits Europeans could embrace, from innovation 💡 to a can-do attitude 💪...
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How a Flight Delay Turned into the Perfect Trip!
What began as a missed connection from Rome to Omaha turned into an unexpectedly perfect travel experience filled with amazing surprises! We were rebooked in first class, treated to a cozy hotel stay, stocked up with travel essentials and snack...
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Top 12 Hotel Pet Peeves
Get ready to dive into Steve’s annual “Dirty Dozen” list of top hotel pet peeves for 2024—now featuring 14 annoying quirks! 🚨 After staying in countless hotels worldwide, Steve’s put together his ultimate list of gripes, from must-have housekee...
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Episode 51
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16:05
Which Airline Could Soon Go Bankrupt?
Are U.S. airlines heading toward financial turbulence? ✈️💸 In this video, we dive into six major warning signs 🚨 that suggest another wave of bankruptcies might be on the horizon. With labor costs soaring by 20%-40% 📈, flights maxed out ✈️💺, li...
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Episode 50
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9:56
Don't Get SCREWED by the Rental Car Company
Renting a car in Europe can quickly turn from affordable to outrageously expensive if you're not careful! 🚗💸 In this video, we break down how a rental that starts at just $40.73/day can skyrocket to $156.54/day with add-ons like theft protectio...
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Episode 49
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Big News for International Travelers
Join us as we explore beautiful Italy during the perfect travel season—September and October! We’ll share why more Americans are flocking to Europe and give some insider tips on saving money. Plus, big news for U.S. travelers: you can now renew...
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Episode 48
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10 Easy Steps to Find the Lowest Airfares | Save Money on Flights! ✈️💸
Shocked by skyrocketing airfares? With holiday travel around the corner, it's more important than ever to save money when booking flights. In this video, I’ll share my top 10 easy steps to find the perfect balance between price and comfort when...
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Episode 47
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The Do's and Don't's of Currency Exchange
💸 Avoid Airport Currency Exchange Scams! On a recent trip to Italy, I learned the hard way that airport currency exchange booths are a rip-off. I’ll share tips on how to get the best rates when traveling abroad, including why 🏦 bank ATMs are yo...
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Episode 46
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NEVER, NEVER , NEVER Buy Airline Miles
Are airline frequent flyer miles really worth it? In this video, we break down a recent offer from United Airlines and reveal why buying miles might not be the best deal. Plus, we discuss the Department of Transportation’s investigation into ma...
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Episode 45
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11:20
Are United Flight Attendants Going on Strike?
In this episode, we dive into the best months to travel—April, May, September, and October—and why they’re perfect for your next trip. From moderate temperatures to lower prices and fewer crowds, we’ll give you three reasons to plan your getawa...
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Episode 44
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Flying Southwest Airlines ✈️
With Steve just getting back from a whirlwind same-day business trip to St. Louis, MO, where he spoke at the Global Business Travel Association - St. Louis Chapter. After flying with Southwest Airlines, Steve had a lot to share about his experi...
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Episode 43
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11 Essential Smartphone Camera Hacks for Travelers 📸✈️
Your smartphone camera is more than just a way to capture memories—it's a powerful travel tool! In this video, we share our top 11 ways to use your phone camera to make your travels easier and stress-free. From snapping pics of your taxi cab nu...
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Top 5 things you need to do BEFORE you book an Alaskan cruise.
Planning an Alaska Cruise? Watch This First! 🛳️Thinking about embarking on an Alaska cruise? Before you book, join us as we share the top 5 things you need to know to plan the perfect trip. Fresh off an incredible 7-day journey on the S...
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Episode 42
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12:42
Hello From Alaska!
Join us as we celebrate the beauty of Alaska on a 7-day luxury cruise aboard the Seabourn Odyssey. Sailing from Juneau, Alaska, to Vancouver, BC we bring you our top 10 observations of cruising down the coast. From nature to must have amenities...
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Episode 41
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The top 16 unacceptable behaviors by passengers when flying
What's your airline passenger pet peeve? Join us this week as we cover the top 16 unacceptable behaviors by passengers when flying. From kids to cats, tune in to hear what people hate to see (or smell) when they are flying. We also cover the re...
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Episode 40
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System Crash Could Create Long Lasting Ripple Effect
Join us this week as we discuss the most recent system outage, how the airlines can bounce back, and what ripple effect this could have. We also cover new check-in mandates from United and how some hotels are ditching the small shampoo bottles ...
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Episode 39
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Top 4 reasons why the airlines are slowing down
✈️ Does a slowdown in travel mean you will still be able to grab that cheap airfare for your summer trip? Join us this week on the Weekly Travel Alert as we delve into the top reasons behind the slowdown in the airline industry. 🌍✈️In t...
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Episode 38
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6 Ways to Outsmart the Tourists on Your Next Trip
With record setting travel numbers there are more tourists than ever. Join us this week as we discuss the different ways you can avoid the crowds. A few simple things you do before your trip can go a long way when it comes to busy destina...
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Episode 37
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13:52
Will the Travel Industry Finally Make it to the 21st Century?
Will the travel industry finally catch up to the 21st century? Join us this week as we discuss how passport renewals are going into the future with a digital process. Will the rest of the travel industry follow suit? We also discuss frequent fl...
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Episode 36
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10:25
Are There Big Changes on the Horizon for Southwest?
Over the last year Southwest airlines shareholders aren't happy with the Airline. Join us this week as Steve shares his 5 BIG predictions for changes to Southwest. Will they try and join the ranks of the major airlines and focus on the corporat...
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Episode 35
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It's the little things that go a long way in travel.
Do you ever pinch yourself when you look out that airplane window? Does your day turn around because of that shoe shine? Sometimes it's the little things that make you trips better than others. Join us this week as we discuss Steve's 23 things ...
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