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YouTube Video UExZSXFwMWJjQ0F4MGFKWTJKb05rNmZ3dkhialNYZC10Vi5EN0U0NTk3NzIwMjUxN0M3 Let’s be honest—some husbands think a “vacation” involves chasing deer, gutting fish, or wandering fluorescent-lit convention halls full of camo jackets, beef sticks, and bass boats. This video breaks down 7 time-tested, wife-approved strategies for stealthily booking a real vacation—one with great food, stunning views, and zero camouflage. Here’s what you’ll learn: 1️⃣ The Cruise Bluff – Aim big, then “compromise” your way to victory 2️⃣ The Steak & Spa Swap – Lead with steak, casually mention the spa 3️⃣ The Bucket List Bait – Use his dreams to book your trip 4️⃣ The Weather Channel Trick – Let Mother Nature close the deal 5️⃣ The Adventure Rebrand – It’s not luxury… it’s an “expedition” 6️⃣ The Friend’s Husband Gambit – Strategic peer pressure works 7️⃣ The Anniversary Recon – Call it “research” and pack your bags 💡 Bottom Line: You don’t need to wrestle a wild boar to call it an adventure. With the right plan (and a little finesse), you’ll both end up on a vacation you actually enjoy—no bait smell included. 📞 Ready to book that “compromise cruise” or bucket-list trip? Call Executive Travel at 402-435-8888 We’ll help you plan a vacation he’ll swear was his idea. 🌍 Explore more inspiration: 👉 https://www.AmoreItaly.com 👉 https://www.VillaDestinoItaly.com ✨ P.S. If all else fails—let him take the fishing trip. You can head to 👉 https://www.WomenoftheMidwest.com and book a women-only getaway to your dream destination. No worms. No waders. No weather radar.
🎒✈️ 7 Brilliant Strategies Wives Use to Talk Their Husbands Into a REAL Vacation
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Let’s be honest—some husbands think a “vacation” involves chasing deer, gutting fish, or wandering fluorescent-lit convention halls full of camo jackets, beef sticks, and bass boats. This video breaks down 7 time-tested, wife-approved strategies for stealthily booking a real vacation—one with great food, stunning views, and zero camouflage. Here’s what you’ll learn: 1️⃣ The Cruise Bluff – Aim big, then “compromise” your way to victory 2️⃣ The Steak & Spa Swap – Lead with steak, casually mention the spa 3️⃣ The Bucket List Bait – Use his dreams to book your trip 4️⃣ The Weather Channel Trick – Let Mother Nature close the deal 5️⃣ The Adventure Rebrand – It’s not luxury… it’s an “expedition” 6️⃣ The Friend’s Husband Gambit – Strategic peer pressure works 7️⃣ The Anniversary Recon – Call it “research” and pack your bags 💡 Bottom Line: You don’t need to wrestle a wild boar to call it an adventure. With the right plan (and a little finesse), you’ll both end up on a vacation you actually enjoy—no bait smell included. 📞 Ready to book that “compromise cruise” or bucket-list trip? Call Executive Travel at 402-435-8888 We’ll help you plan a vacation he’ll swear was his idea. 🌍 Explore more inspiration: 👉 https://www.AmoreItaly.com 👉 https://www.VillaDestinoItaly.com ✨ P.S. If all else fails—let him take the fishing trip. You can head to 👉 https://www.WomenoftheMidwest.com and book a women-only getaway to your dream destination. No worms. No waders. No weather radar.
🎒✈️ 7 Brilliant Strategies Wives Use to Talk Their Husbands Into a REAL Vacation
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🎒✈️ 7 Brilliant Strategies Wives Use to Talk Their Husbands Into a REAL Vacation

Executive Travel 10 hours ago

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Executive Travel February 9, 2026 10:03 pm

Airlines and hotels are quietly using AI to get smarter—and sneakier—about pricing, and frequent travelers are starting to feel the impact. From loyalty members paying more than casual bookers, to airlines fighting turf wars at major hubs, the travel landscape is shifting fast. In this video, we break down: ✈️ How airlines and hotels are using AI to dynamically price—and why loyalty doesn’t always pay 🏨 A real-world example of elite hotel members paying $100 more for the same room ⚔️ United vs. American’s escalating battle at Chicago O’Hare—and what it means for travelers ⏱️ Why I now recommend minimum two-hour connections at major hub airports 💳 How refundable fares are backfiring—and quietly getting more expensive 🚗 Why airport parking can now cost more than your airline ticket AI may be optimizing revenue, but it’s also eroding trust. Savvy travelers are adapting—using travel advisors, alternate booking channels, and strategies airlines don’t want you to know about. If you travel for business—or travel often—this is information you cannot ignore. 👉 Subscribe for weekly insights on how to travel smarter, avoid hidden costs, and stay ahead of industry trends. 👉 Drop a comment if you’ve seen pricing differences firsthand—I want to hear your story. #TravelIndustry #AirlinePricing #HotelLoyalty #BusinessTravel #TravelTips #AIinTravel #FrequentFlyer #AviationNews #TravelSmart
Airlines, Hotels & Airports Are Changing the Rules—Here’s What Travelers Need to Know
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Airlines, Hotels & Airports Are Changing the Rules—Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

Executive Travel February 3, 2026 2:27 pm

In this episode, Steve Glenn delivers his final travel predictions for 2026, covering predictions 46–60, plus several bonus forecasts that impact travelers, airlines, hotels, and travel advisors alike. With over 40 years of travel industry experience, Steve breaks down what’s really happening behind the scenes — from airline seating and lounge overcrowding to hotel occupancy, car rental fees, and the future of travel planning. ✈️ Topics covered in this episode: • Airline lounge overcrowding and airline credit cards • Rising car rental taxes and hidden travel fees • Why 1 in 3 hotel rooms may go empty in 2026 • The transformation — and decline — of Southwest Airlines • Pets in hotels and the future of pet-friendly travel • Pandemic risk and global travel behavior • Cuba travel reopening and emerging destinations • Airline seat size, comfort, and passenger experience • Why travelers are driving instead of flying short distances • Baby Boomer travel trends and spending patterns • Changes in peak travel days and airline schedules • How low-cost carriers are taking market share from major airlines • Why travel advisors are more important than ever in 2026 • The mindset shift: people are done waiting and choosing to live now These are not guesses. They are data-driven insights from decades of booking, advising, and navigating real-world travel disruptions. ▶️ Watch the Previous Episodes 🔹 Travel Predictions 1–15: https://youtu.be/urr-GHeDBME 🔹 Travel Predictions 16–30: https://youtu.be/cW4gsJNx0uU 🔹 Travel Predictions 31–45: https://youtu.be/l1HyeLhn8rc If you care about travel trends, airline news, hotel trends, travel planning, or the future of travel, this episode is essential viewing. 👍 Like the video 📩 Subscribe for more travel insights 💬 Comment with the prediction you agree or disagree with most 2026 isn’t about waiting anymore. It’s about traveling smarter — and living now.
Travel industry predictions for 2026 are here — and they change everything.
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Travel industry predictions for 2026 are here — and they change everything.

Executive Travel January 27, 2026 3:15 pm

Travel in 2026 won’t just be more expensive — it will be more complex, unpredictable, and intentional. In Part 3 of Steve Glenn’s 2026 Travel Industry Predictions, Steve shares Predictions #31–45, continuing his four-part crystal ball series. With more than 70% of his predictions coming true over the past 23 years, this episode focuses on where reliability, calm, and smarter decision-making will matter most. In this episode, you’ll learn why: ✈️ Airline schedules are becoming more aspirational than reliable 💺 Premium economy is the new battleground 🛫 Smaller airports quietly win with less stress and more predictability 🏨 Resort fees face growing backlash 🚢 Cruise lines move further upmarket 💼 Business travel becomes more intentional—and fewer people go 🛂 Visa, entry, and compliance friction increases ⭐ Hotel brands matter less than the room itself 👥 Group travel shrinks—but becomes more curated and premium 🧘 Calm becomes the ultimate luxury in travel These predictions reflect a fundamental shift: travelers are no longer chasing more — they’re chasing better. 👉 Watch Part 3 now 📌 Catch Part 1 & Part 2 for earlier predictions Part 1: https://youtu.be/urr-GHeDBME Part 2: https://youtu.be/cW4gsJNx0uU 📌 Subscribe for Part 4 — the final installment coming next week 🔍 SEO Keywords / Tags travel industry predictions 2026, future of travel, airline reliability, premium economy travel, hotel resort fees, business travel trends, small group travel, luxury travel trends, travel advisor value, Steve Glenn travel, Executive Travel podcast
🔮 Steve Glenn’s 2026 Travel Industry Predictions | Part 3 (Predictions 31–45)
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🔮 Steve Glenn’s 2026 Travel Industry Predictions | Part 3 (Predictions 31–45)

Executive Travel January 20, 2026 3:23 pm

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Executive Travel January 19, 2026 6:53 pm

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