5 Things Every Successful Travel Advisor Must Do in 2026
Wed Jan 21 2026
We’re a few weeks into 2026, and now that the “new year momentum” has met real life, it’s time to get clear on what will actually move the needle in your travel business this year.
In this episode of Bliss to Abundance, Kelli Hayes Smith and Cyndi Williams break down the five essentials they believe will matter most in building a thriving travel business in 2026—especially in a world where platforms shift, the economy fluctuates, and “busy season” isn’t a strategy.
You’ll hear how to identify your blind spots, fix the real reason leads slow down, stop panic posting, and build a business that grows through clarity + decisive action (even when it feels scary).
In this episode, we cover:
How to spot the real “blind spot” holding your growth back
The 5 most common problems inside a travel business (and how to diagnose yours)
Why “posting” isn’t the same as marketing (and what to do instead)
Innovation + AI: how to stay current without chasing every trend
Why community matters more than ever in 2026 (especially in uncertain moments)
The difference between crappy-but-comfortable vs. fearful-but-forward
Why decisive momentum beats perfect planning every time
Resources & Links:
Free masterclass inside your free Wanderlust Campus™ account: https://wanderlust-ceo.com/p2l-masterclass-signup/
Subscribe & ShareIf this episode hit home, share it with a travel advisor friend who needs a reset this January—and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss next week’s episode.
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We’re a few weeks into 2026, and now that the “new year momentum” has met real life, it’s time to get clear on what will actually move the needle in your travel business this year. In this episode of Bliss to Abundance, Kelli Hayes Smith and Cyndi Williams break down the five essentials they believe will matter most in building a thriving travel business in 2026—especially in a world where platforms shift, the economy fluctuates, and “busy season” isn’t a strategy. You’ll hear how to identify your blind spots, fix the real reason leads slow down, stop panic posting, and build a business that grows through clarity + decisive action (even when it feels scary). In this episode, we cover: How to spot the real “blind spot” holding your growth back The 5 most common problems inside a travel business (and how to diagnose yours) Why “posting” isn’t the same as marketing (and what to do instead) Innovation + AI: how to stay current without chasing every trend Why community matters more than ever in 2026 (especially in uncertain moments) The difference between crappy-but-comfortable vs. fearful-but-forward Why decisive momentum beats perfect planning every time Resources & Links: Free masterclass inside your free Wanderlust Campus™ account: https://wanderlust-ceo.com/p2l-masterclass-signup/ Subscribe & ShareIf this episode hit home, share it with a travel advisor friend who needs a reset this January—and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss next week’s episode.