Travel Business Unlocked Podcast

"Travel Business Unlocked" is a podcast hosted by Holly Velardo, founder of HollyDay Travel with 25 years in the industry. Each episode delivers practical strategies, systems, and insights that have helped Holly build a successful travel business while raising five children. Holly interviews the mentors, industry leaders, and business experts who played crucial roles in her journey, sharing actionable advice on building remote teams, creating efficient systems, implementing technology, improving customer service, and effective marketing. Whether you're a travel professional or small business owner, this podcast connects you with the communities, tools, and resources that can transform your business. Join Holly as she unlocks the path to greater success through real experiences, honest conversations, and proven business solutions.

Travel Business Unlocked Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Holly Velardo, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Holly Velardo hosts Travel Business Unlocked Podcast, a business show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  Episode 12 - I'm Back - Real Life, Real Business

  Jul 1, 202627 minS1

  <p > Connect and get in touch with HollyDay Travel</p> <p >Email</p> <p >Instagram</p> <p >Facebook</p> <p >LinkedIn</p> <p >People and Links mentioned in this episode:</p> <p >Kim Wethmar</p> <p >Bec Morse</p> <p >ATIA - Australian Travel Industry Association</p> <p >CATO - Council of Australian Tour Operators</p> <p >Calabria & Sicily Tour</p> <p > </p> <p >EPISODE SUMMARY</p> <p > Episode Focus: Real Life, Real Business - Catching Up After a Long Break</p> <p > Podcast sections:</p> <p >The New Home</p> <p > Travelling as a Mum</p> <p > Isabella's Adventure<...

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  Episode #11

  Episode 11 - Welcome to 2026: Embracing Prosperity in Life and Business

  Jan 14, 202615 minS1

  <p >Connect and get in touch with HollyDay Travel</p> <p >Email</p> <p >Instagram</p> <p >Facebook</p> <p >LinkedIn</p> <p >People and Links mentioned in this episode:</p> <p >Kim Wethmar</p> <p >EPISODE SUMMARY</p> <p >Episode Focus</p> <p >• Prosperity redefinition: Beyond money to encompass love, happiness, relationships<br /> • Boundary setting: Strict adherence to work-life balance<br /> • Present moment: Focus on being present rather than constantly busy<br /> • Community building: Creating meaningful connections in all areas of life<br /> • Sustainable success: Building business without sacrificing personal well-being<br /> • Gratitude practice: Appreciation for current blessings while working towa...

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  Episode #10

  Episode 10 - How to Get Found Online as a Travel Agent - with Anna Shannon

  Dec 10, 202529 minS1

  <p >Connect and get in touch with HollyDay Travel</p> <p >Email</p> <p >Instagram</p> <p >Facebook</p> <p >LinkedIn</p> <p >People and Links mentioned in this episode:</p> <p >Anna Shannon</p> <p >Travel Agent Finder - Find a travel agent</p> <p >Find out how Travel Agent Finder works for travel agent marketing</p> <p >EPISODE SUMMARY</p> <p >Episode Focus Topic: Travel Agent Finder Platform - Connecting Travellers with Expert Agents Host: Holly Velardo from HollyDay Travel (Port Noarlunga, South Australia) Guest: Anna Shannon - Founder of Travel Agent Finder</p> <p >Anna Shannon's Background...

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  Episode #9

  Episode 9 - Hiring a Remote Team

  Nov 26, 202530 minS1

  <p >Connect and get in touch with HollyDay Travel</p> <p >Email</p> <p >Instagram</p> <p >Facebook</p> <p >LinkedIn</p> <p >People and Links mentioned in this episode:</p> <p >TIME Programme - get in touch with TIME Programme at time@travelindustrymentor.com.au</p> <p >Matt Lewis - TIME Programme mentor</p> <p >Onlinejobs.ph</p> <p >Airwallex</p> <p >Sonia Leicester</p> <p >EPISODE SUMMARY</p> <p >Business Growth Challenge</p> <p >First Hire - Usha (Sri Lanka)</p> <p >• Initial role: Admin tasks, itinerary building, invoicing, email responses • Current role: Team leader, all-rounder, Europe specialist, clie...

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  Episode #8

  Episode 8 - Mentorship Matters: Building Success Together

  Nov 12, 202524 minS1

  <p >Connect and get in touch with HollyDay Travel</p> <p >Email</p> <p >Instagram</p> <p >Facebook</p> <p >LinkedIn</p> <p >Connect and get in touch with Kim Wethmar</p> <p >kim@opco.com.au</p> <p >Kim Wethmar</p> <p >People and Links mentioned in this episode:</p> <p >The Asking Leader</p> <p >TIME Programme - get in touch with TIME Programme at time@travelindustrymentor.com.au</p> <p >Penny Spencer</p> <p >Traction by Gino Wickman</p> <p >Matt Lewis</p> <p > TED Talk by Dr. Darria Long</p> <p >EPISODE SUMMARY</p> <p >• Topic: Th...

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