Executive Travel

07/30/2026

Still calling an 800 number and talking to a robot?

Your travelers deserve better.

At Executive Travel, you'll work with real travel advisors who know your business—not an endless phone tree or chatbot.

✅ Real people
✅ Faster solutions
✅ 24/7 support
✅ Corporate travel experts

Let's build a travel program your travelers will actually appreciate.

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07/14/2026

✈️ Are airlines quietly charging MORE for business class... while giving you LESS?

Delta Air Lines has introduced Delta One Classic and Delta One Extra, and many travelers may not realize what they're actually paying for.

In this week's Executive Travel Weekly Travel Alert, Steve Glenn breaks down what these new fare options include, what's changed, and whether spending up to $1,000 more is really worth it.

If you're planning an international trip—or your company books premium air travel—this is information you don't want to miss.

🎥 In this episode, you'll learn:
✅ The differences between Delta One Classic & Delta One Extra
✅ Which fare includes refundable tickets
✅ What's still included (lounge access, lie-flat seats, meals & baggage)
✅ How Delta's latest pricing strategy could impact your next trip
✅ Steve's Travel Tip #88 to help you save money while protecting your investment

As airlines continue adding more fare options and unbundling services, understanding what you're buying has never been more important.

👉 Watch the full episode now on YouTube and make sure you know exactly what you're paying for before booking your next international flight.

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Delta Air Lines has quietly changed the business class experience—a...

07/01/2026

🌍✈️ What are the biggest travel trends shaping 2026?

As we reach the halfway point of the year, Executive Travel President Steve Glenn takes a step back to look at what's really happening in the travel industry—and where it's headed next.

In this special Mid-Year Review, Steve shares his Top 10 Travel Trends of 2026, including:

✈️ Why travel demand continues to soar
🤖 How Artificial Intelligence is transforming travel
🏨 Why premium travel is outperforming budget travel
🇮🇹 Why Europe remains the world's favorite destination
💼 How business travel has changed forever
🎯 The growing demand for personalized travel experiences
🌱 Why sustainability is becoming a bigger priority
🛡️ The importance of flexibility and travel insurance
❤️ And why, even in the age of AI, trusted travel advisors matter more than ever.

Whether you're planning a family vacation, a European adventure, a luxury cruise, or your next business trip, these insights will help you travel smarter in the second half of 2026.

🎥 Watch the full video and let us know which trend surprised you the most!

At Executive Travel, we believe the future of travel combines innovative technology with experienced professionals who genuinely care about your journey.

What are the biggest travel trends of 2026? As we reach the halfway...

06/23/2026

🎥 🇮🇹 **SPECIAL EDITION FROM MONTONE, ITALY** 🇮🇹 🎥

What if luxury travel wasn't about bigger ships, larger groups, or bus tours?

What if it was about slowing down, connecting with a destination, and experiencing Italy the way locals do?

In this special edition, we're coming to you from the beautiful hilltop village of **Montone, Italy**, where we discuss:

🎶 The world-famous Montone Blues Festival
🏡 Villa Destino
🏨 Fortebraccio Hotel & Spa
🇮🇹 How Amore Italy is redefining luxury travel

Today's travelers want more than a vacation.
They want authentic experiences.
They want personal connections.
They want stress-free travel.
They want Italy without the crowds.

At Amore Italy, we call it a **Private Luxury Land Cruise**—where every detail is handled, every experience is curated, and every moment is designed around you.

No buses.
No rushing.
No stress.
Just Italy.

Watch this special edition and discover why intimate, personalized travel is becoming the new luxury.

🎶 Montone Blues Festival
https://www.montonebluesfestival.com

🏡 Villa Destino
https://www.villadestinoitaly.com

🏨 Fortebraccio Hotel & Spa
https://www.hotelfortebraccio.com

🌍 Amore Italy
https://www.amoreitaly.com

📞 (402) 226-6766
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🇮🇹 Welcome to Montone, Italy!In this video, we take you to one of...

06/12/2026

✈️ Global Entry Interviews Are Coming to Executive Travel!

Skip the long airport lines and make international travel easier with Global Entry.

We're excited to host Global Entry interviews at Executive Travel on July 14, 15, and 16, 2026.

Before scheduling your interview, you'll need to:
✅ Apply for Global Entry online
✅ Receive conditional approval from U.S. Customs and Border Protection
✅ Schedule your interview through your Global Entry account

Important reminders:
• Each applicant must have their own Global Entry account
• Appointments must be scheduled individually
• Bring your passport and a valid driver's license or state-issued ID to your interview

Ready to get started?

Visit: https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry

Questions? Contact our team at 402-435-8888.

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06/09/2026

✈️ Have you ever actually booked one of Southwest Airlines' famous $69 fares?

For nearly 30 years, travelers have been seeing ads promising flights for as little as $69 each way. But how often do those fares actually work for the trips people want to take?

In our latest video podcast, we take a deep dive into the Southwest $69 Fare Sale and explore whether it's one of the greatest travel bargains ever offered—or one of the most successful marketing campaigns in airline history.

We discuss:
✅ Why these ultra-low fares can be so difficult to find
✅ How Southwest compares to American, Delta, and United today
✅ What happened to "Bags Fly Free"
✅ How Wall Street and investor pressure have changed the airline industry
✅ Tips for finding the best airfare deals in 2026

To be clear, this isn't a Southwest bashing session. Southwest still offers good fares from time to time. But the airline many Americans remember as the low-cost leader may not always be the cheapest option anymore.

The biggest takeaway? Never assume an airline is the best deal based on its reputation. Compare every trip, every time.

🎥 Watch the full video and let us know your experience:

Have you ever found a real $69 Southwest fare? Or did the price jump once you started searching?

Drop your thoughts in the comments. We'd love to hear your story!

06/02/2026

🚨 Have airline miles sitting in your account? You may want to listen to this!

For years, finding award flights to Europe during the summer—especially in Business Class—was nearly impossible unless you booked almost a year in advance. But that's changing.

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss a surprising trend: airlines are releasing a huge amount of award space to Europe, including lie-flat Business Class seats for as little as 57,500 miles and Economy Class awards starting around 20,000 miles one way.

We cover:
✈️ Why Europe award availability is suddenly opening up
✈️ The best opportunities for Business Class travel
✈️ How to maximize your airline miles and points
✈️ Award travel sweet spots for 2026
✈️ Tips for finding hidden award space
✈️ The tools we use, including Seats.aero and Point.me

Whether you're dreaming of Rome, Paris, Amsterdam, Madrid, Lisbon, Dublin, Frankfurt, Zurich, or anywhere else in Europe, this could be one of the best opportunities we've seen in years for travelers using points and miles.

🎙️ Listen to the podcast and learn how to turn your airline miles into an incredible European vacation.

👉 Check out the latest episode and let us know: If you could fly anywhere in Europe this summer using miles, where would you go?

For years, finding Business Class award flights to Europe during th...

05/19/2026

💸Are YOU tipping correctly while traveling? Most travelers aren’t.

From hotel housekeeping and cruise ship staff to airport shuttle drivers, bartenders, tour guides, and even shoeshine attendants — there are dozens of travel tipping situations most people never think about.

In this week’s Executive Travel Podcast, Steve reveals:
✈️ The ultimate 2026 travel tipping guide
🏨 How much to tip hotel staff, Uber drivers & airport porters
🚢 Cruise tipping secrets travelers need to know
🌍 International tipping etiquette for Europe & beyond
💼 Luxury travel and vacation tipping advice
💰 The biggest tipping mistakes travelers make

If you’re planning a vacation, cruise, business trip, or international travel in 2026, this episode is packed with practical travel tips that can make your trip smoother and more enjoyable.

🎥 Watch now and travel smarter on your next adventure!

Confused about tipping while traveling? You’re not alone. From hotel housekeeping and airport shuttle drivers to cruise staff, bartenders, tour guides, and e...