Podcast
Passports, Profits and Pixie Dust | Business Systems, Coaching & Marketing for Travel Agents
Hosted by Lindsay Dollinger · EN
Welcome to the Passports, Profits and Pixie Dust podcast! Host Lindsay Dollinger shares tips, strategies, stories, and inspiring interviews from women entrepreneurs who are doing the things that will help you grow your purpose-driven business you want without burnout...with some pixie dust (FUN) sprinkled in! On this show we talk building a community on and off line, social media strategies, productivity methods, emails and funnels, and so much more!
Are you ready to be empowered to start or up-level your business so you can earn the income you deserve to live the life of your dreams? It's time to create and own your magic!
About Lindsay: Lindsay is a women’s lead generation coach, podcast host, high school Spanish teacher, dog mama to Bella, and Disney lover! She lives in Ohio with her younger sister and their rescue dog (from Puerto Rico), Bella. She's obsessed with all things Disney (the parks, movies, studying the business model, and RunDisney races).
She started in business in network marketing in 2016. Needing an outlet to feel fulfilled after her mom passed away from a nearly 17 year battle with breast cancer in 2015, she quickly found that she was obsessed with helping other women also grow their businesses, and her coaching business very organically grew from her success in her own business and helping others on her team. She started this podcast in 2020 to share not only her own business advice and tips as she's on the journey herself, but also to interview other motivational women to share with YOU ! Additionally, she has always loved Disney, and one of the things she does “on the side” is work as a travel advisor specializing in Disney and cruising. So, it was very natural for her to add her Disney-inspired branding into her business coaching, and the rest is history!
Ways to work with Lindsay: Join the Travel Agent Marketing Studio, a monthly membership for travel advisors who want social media marketing checked off their list. Get on the waitlist for 1:1 coaching or her next retreat! Looking for a host agency? Join her team at At Last I See The World Travel.
https://www.lindsaydollinger.com**The opinions expressed by Lindsay Dollinger on this podcast, her website, or her social media accounts are those of her own and are not those of any other company she partners with.
43episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
454: The 5 Biggest Mistakes Travel Advisors Are Making Going Into Summer
Jun 100:21:34Tap to summarizeThe 5 Biggest Mistakes Travel Advisors Are Making Going Into Summer https://www.lindsaydollinger.com Summer is one of the biggest opportunities of the year for travel advisors—but it can also become a season of missed momentum if you're not careful. In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, Lindsay breaks down the five biggest mistakes travel advisors are making as summer begins and shares practical strategies to help you stay visible, attract more leads, and position yourself for a strong second half of the year. Whether you're a brand-new advisor or an experienced professional looking to grow, these insights can help you avoid common pitfalls and build a more profitable travel business. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✨ Why disappearing from social media during summer can hurt future bookings ✨ The difference between posting travel photos and creating content that actually converts ✨ How niche clarity helps clients remember and refer you ✨ Why follow-up is one of the most overlooked revenue-generating activities in your business ✨ The habits successful travel advisors consistently practice behind the scenes ✨ What Lindsay would focus on if she were growing a travel business this summer Key Takeaways: ✔️ Visibility creates opportunities. ✔️ Pretty pictures don't automatically generate bookings. ✔️ Specific messaging beats generic marketing every time. ✔️ The fortune really is in the follow-up. ✔️ Consistency matters more than perfection. ✔️ Summer is the perfect time to build momentum for fall travel, holiday bookings, Wave Season, and future group trips. Mentioned in This Episode: At Last I See The World TravelTravel Advisor Mentorship & CommunityMarketing Strategies for Travel AdvisorsRelationship-Based Sales & Lead Generation Connect with Lindsay: Follow Lindsay @lindsaydollinger for travel advisor marketing tips, business growth strategies, and travel industry insights. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another travel advisor who wants to grow their business this year! Join my email list: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz Remember: You don't need more platforms, more offers, or more complicated strategies. You need visibility, relationships, follow-up, and consistency. That's how momentum is built. ✈️✨ #TravelAdvisor #TravelAgentMarketing #TravelBusiness #TravelEntrepreneur #TravelAdvisorTips #LeadGeneration #TravelIndustry #TravelAgentLife #TravelMarketing #PassportsProfitsAndPixieDust
Transcribe →453: I Was Tired of Using PTO for Every Trip… What Nobody Tells You About Becoming a Travel Advisor
May 2500:25:50Tap to summarizeWhat if travel stopped being something you only squeezed into PTO… and became part of how you got paid? In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what becoming a modern travel advisor ACTUALLY looks like in 2026 — including how travel advisors make money, how beginners get clients, and why you do NOT need to quit your job to get started. I’m also sharing my own story of going from full-time teacher constantly counting down to breaks… to building a travel agency and helping other women create flexible income through travel. Inside this episode: ✈️ What nobody tells you about becoming a travel advisor 💸 How travel advisors actually make money 👯♀️ Why your first clients are probably already in your life ✨ How this can fit into your real life (without quitting your job) 🗺 What makes At Last I See The World Travel different PLUS — I’m inviting you to my FREE live workshop: ✨ From PTO Requests to Paid Travel ✨ How to Earn Your First $10K as a Travel Advisor Without Quitting Your Job 📅 Wednesday, May 27 ⏰ 7:30pm EDT 📍 Join live: https://lindsaydollinger.com/stop-saving-for-travel-start-getting-paid-for-it-workshop/ More about my agency: https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com
Transcribe →452. Why Some Travel Advisors Will Have Their Biggest Summer Ever… and Others Will Stay Invisible
May 1800:20:32Tap to summarizeWhy Some Travel Advisors Will Have Their Biggest Summer Ever… and Others Will Stay Invisible Summer booking season is here — and while some travel advisors are about to create massive momentum in their business, others are accidentally disappearing from their audience completely. In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, Lindsay is breaking down the REAL difference between the advisors who are growing right now and the ones struggling to get inquiries. Spoiler alert: it’s not about having the fanciest branding, the biggest audience, or posting perfectly curated content every day. It’s about visibility, consistency, relationship marketing, and becoming the advisor people actually REMEMBER when they’re ready to book. In this episode, Lindsay shares: Why summer is one of the BEST times to stay visible onlineThe biggest mistake travel advisors make this time of yearWhat’s no longer working in travel marketingWhy generic content is hurting your businessThe power of storytelling and expert positioningHow to become the advisor clients trust and referEncouragement for advisors feeling discouraged or “behind” If you’ve been feeling inconsistent, overwhelmed, or wondering why your content isn’t converting into bookings, this episode is the reset you need heading into summer. Connect with Lindsay: Instagram: @LindsayDollingerFacebook groupWebsite: Lindsay Dollinger Official Websitehttps://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com Interested in Becoming a Travel Advisor? Doors to At Last I See The World Travel are opening soon! If you’re looking for mentorship, systems, marketing support, community, and guidance as you build a profitable travel business, connect with Lindsay to learn more. If You Loved This Episode: Please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another travel advisor who needs this encouragement going into summer!
Transcribe →451. Cruise Niches & Automated Workflows: Systems, Messaging, and Client Experience with Korrine Johnson, Travel Biz Boss
May 1100:50:28Tap to summarizeToday we have on guest, Korrine Johnson, talking about her path from high-end optical sales to travel advising, co-founding an agency, and later selling her half to focus on consulting, trainings, and cruise-only sales. Korrine explains building systems over 10+ years, launching Travel Biz Boss in 2018 and Cruise Business Blueprint in 2024, and how adopting TravelJoy plus a part-time VA helped double revenue by reducing repetitive tasks. She discusses niching into cruises after burnout from broader luxury/FIT work, using numbers and intuition to guide the shift, and marketing cruises by focused messaging and clear value beyond booking. Together we cover automating client communications, managing expectations, selective cruise-line booking, using AI/Gamma to create personalized port guides, VA outsourcing ideas and sources, and Korrine’s routines and move to Mexico! Please share this episode with a friend who would love it! 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:22 Korrine’s Travel Origin Story 01:50 From Agency Owner to Workflow Coach 03:39 Why Systems Matter 05:37 Choosing a Cruise Niche 08:23 Getting More Cruise Clients 10:14 Messaging and Value Hooks 11:37 Fees and Cruise Booking Value 13:25 What Cruises to Book or Avoid 15:42 Selling Cruises Without Cruising 17:29 Building Templates Over Time 19:15 Automation Tools and Revenue Boost 21:25 What a Cruise Workflow Automates 24:13 Automate Client Emails 24:56 Workflow Customization Ideas 25:33 Cruise Blueprint Workflows 26:41 Virgin Voyages Example 27:40 Workflow Updates Access 28:04 AI Port Guides With Gamma 31:00 Port Guide Time Savings 32:10 Canva Versus Gamma 33:33 Mighty Networks Community 36:03 Outsource Tasks To VAs 38:14 Finding The Right VA 40:23 Rapid Fire Wrap Up 42:20 Morning Routine And Mexico Connect with Lindsay: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com Connect with Korrine: Cruise Business Blueprint: https://lindsaydollinger--travelbizboss.thrivecart.com/cruise-business-blueprint/ (my affiliate link) Use code PIXIEDUST for $50 off! https://www.travelbizboss.com/ @travelbizboss
Transcribe →450. How to Grow a Successful Travel Business in Less Than 20 Hours a Week (Without Burnout)
May 400:22:51Tap to summarizeWant to grow your dream business without working 40+ hours a week? In this episode, Lindsay Dollinger breaks down what you actually need to DO, BELIEVE, and LET GO of to build a profitable, flexible business in less than 20 hours a week. Learn how to focus on revenue-generating tasks, simplify your systems, create content that converts using the CASTLE framework, and shift your mindset around productivity, time, and success. Connect with Lindsay: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger
Transcribe →449. How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as a Travel Agent (Even If You’re New)
Apr 2700:21:01Tap to summarizeFeeling like you’re not “experienced enough” to be a travel advisor? You’re not alone. In this episode, Lindsay Dollinger breaks down how imposter syndrome shows up in the travel industry—and exactly how to overcome it so you can confidently attract clients and grow your travel business. You’ll learn: ✔ Why you don’t need to be the most traveled person to succeed ✔ What clients actually value (hint: it’s not what you think) ✔ 5 practical strategies to build confidence fast ✔ How to start showing up online—even if you feel “not ready” ✔ The mindset shift that will change everything If you’ve been holding yourself back from posting, selling, or stepping into your role as a travel advisor—this episode is your sign to go for it. Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesocialsellingsisterhood Take my lead gen quiz: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/quiz Grab free resources to grow your business: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/freebies Info on At Last I See The World Travel: https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com Connect with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger
Transcribe →448. Travel Insurance for Travel Advisors: What to Offer, What It Covers & How to Protect Yourself
Apr 2000:27:25Tap to summarizeTravel insurance is one of the most important—and most overlooked—parts of the booking process for travel advisors. In this episode of Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust, Lindsay Dollinger breaks down exactly why offering travel insurance is a non-negotiable in your travel business, what it actually covers, and how to confidently present it to your clients. If you’ve ever felt awkward bringing up insurance… had clients decline it… or wondered how to protect yourself legally as a travel advisor—this episode is for you. ✈️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why travel insurance is essential for every client booking ✔️ What travel insurance actually covers (and what it doesn’t) ✔️ The difference between travel insurance and credit card coverage ✔️ How to explain insurance in a way that builds trust (not pressure) ✔️ Top travel insurance companies travel advisors should know ✔️ Key differences between policies (and what to point out to clients) ✔️ How to protect yourself if a client declines travel insurance ✔️ Simple scripts to confidently offer travel insurance like a pro Loved This Episode? Share it with a fellow travel advisor or tag Lindsay on social media with your biggest takeaway! And remember… ✨ You’re not just booking trips—you’re building a business that creates freedom, income, and unforgettable experiences. Grab free resources: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/freebies Check out our travel agency: https://www.atlastiseetheworldtravel.com
Transcribe →447: Spring Clean Your Travel Business: How to Get More Clients & Book More Trips
Apr 1300:25:38Tap to summarizeSpring Clean Your Travel Business: How to Get More Clients & Book More Trips 🌸 Is your travel business feeling cluttered, inconsistent, or just not bringing in the bookings you want? In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, I’m walking you through how to spring clean your travel business so you can attract better clients, simplify your systems, and start booking more trips—without working more hours. Because here’s the truth: Most travel advisors don’t need more strategies… they need more clarity. If you’ve been posting consistently but not seeing results, feeling all over the place in your niche, or stuck in busy work that isn’t actually growing your business—this episode is your reset button. We’re diving into what to let go of, what to clean up, and what to step into this season so you can move into your next level as a confident, booked-out travel advisor. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✨ What’s actually holding your travel business back (and what to let go of ASAP) ✨ How to stop posting content that looks pretty but doesn’t convert ✨ Why niching your travel business leads to more bookings (not fewer opportunities) ✨ How to simplify your booking process so clients actually follow through ✨ What your social media bio and messaging should say to attract dream clients ✨ The exact areas to “clean up” for more clarity, confidence, and conversions ✨ What to focus on NOW to increase visibility and consistent inquiries ✨ A simple Spring Clean Challenge to reset your business this week Key Takeaway: You don’t need to do more in your travel business—you need to do the right things with clarity and intention. Resources & Next Steps: ✨ Want help growing your travel business and getting more bookings? → Check out ways to work with me below ✨ Curious about becoming a travel agent with my team, At Last I See The World Travel? → Learn more here: [INSERT YOUR LINK] ✨ Loved this episode? → Take a screenshot, share on Instagram, and tag me so I can cheer you on! Connect with Lindsay: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesocialsellingsisterhood Website: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com SmarterQueue Trial Link: (this is an affiliate link): https://smarterqueue.com/?afmc=2u0 Cruise Content Library Link: https://programs.steeryourmarketing.com/af/232371507/1166776
Transcribe →446: Strategy Over Aesthetic: How Branding & Lead Gen Work Together w/ Morgan Speck
Apr 600:45:19Tap to summarizeWelcome to a special podcast swap / behind-the-scenes episode! Lindsay Dollinger (Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust) and Morgan Speck (Six Figure Brand) sit down for a real conversation about what’s working in business right now—from branding strategy and website basics to lead generation that doesn’t feel sleazy. Morgan shares how she runs her brand strategy + website design agency with limited work windows, what content consistency looks like in real life, and why your brand should be built to move you toward business goals (not just “look pretty”). Lindsay pulls back the curtain on running a business with a full-time teaching schedule, batching content, and focusing on one lead gen lane at a time—without burnout. They also dive into why a simple one-page website can be the smartest first step (especially for service providers like travel advisors), how to stop being the “best kept secret,” and how to approach sales with integrity so it feels aligned. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: What “strategy-backed branding” actually means (and why it matters)Simple, realistic content planning for busy entrepreneursWhy a website doesn’t have to be complicated to be effectiveHow branding + lead gen work together to create consistent inquiriesLead generation without the ick: mindset shifts + practical strategyWhy “build it and they will come” doesn’t work anymore Resources + Connect Morgan Speck (Spec & Co Creative Studio): Find her on Instagram/Threads at @speckandco + grab her ChatGPT-powered Brand Audit: www.spechtand.co www.spechtand.co/audit instagram.com/spechtand.co threads.com/@spechtand.co Lindsay’s Lead Gen Quiz: www.lindsaydollinger.com/quizConnect with Lindsay: @lindsaydollinger (IG/Facebook/TikTok)
Transcribe →445. What 39 Years Taught Me About Business, Travel & Building a Life You Love (Birthday Episode!)
Mar 3000:32:44Tap to summarizeIt’s my birthday episode! 🎉 Today I’m turning 39, and to celebrate I’m sharing 39 lessons I’ve learned about life, business, travel, and entrepreneurship along the way. If you’ve been part of my journey for a while, you know it’s been quite the ride. I’ve built businesses, pivoted businesses, hosted retreats, launched memberships, started and renamed podcasts, joined host agencies, and recently launched my own travel agency. Some lessons I learned the easy way… Many I learned the very hard way. But every single one helped shape the business and life I’m building today. In this episode, I’m sharing 39 honest lessons about entrepreneurship, mindset, marketing, travel, relationships, and creating a life you actually love living. And fun fact: when this episode goes live, I’ll actually be on a cruise on the Carnival Valor sailing from New Orleans — so if you want to follow along with the adventure, come hang out in my stories! This episode is part reflection, part pep talk, and part reminder that you don’t have to have everything figured out to start building the life you want. In This Episode We Talk About: ✨ Why you don’t need permission to start a business ✨ Why done is better than perfect (every time) ✨ The truth about visibility and why most people just need to know you exist ✨ Why email lists are gold and social media is borrowed land ✨ The importance of community, relationships, and networking ✨ Why confidence only comes after action ✨ How to deal with people who don’t support your dreams ✨ Why rest is productive and burnout helps no one ✨ The reality that your dream business will evolve over time ✨ And the biggest reminder of all: build a life you don’t need to escape from My Favorite Reminder From This Episode You don’t need everything figured out. You just need the next step. Resources & Links Follow along with my cruise adventures: 📍 Instagram & Facebook: @LindsayDollinger Interested in becoming a travel advisor? Explore opportunities with At Last I See The World Travel If You Loved This Episode: Please take a screenshot, share it to your stories, and tag me! It helps more people discover the show. And if you haven’t yet, leaving a quick review makes a huge difference. Thanks for being part of the Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust community. Now go out there, create your magic, and build a life filled with travel, freedom, and purpose ✨
Transcribe →