{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Skip Gen Travel with Stefanie Shackelford EP - 251","description":" Episode Summary In this episode of The Cool Grandpa Podcast, I sit down with Stefanie Shackelford, founder of Odyssey Travel, to explore how travel has evolved\u2014and why experienced travel advisors matter more than ever, especially for grandparents planning meaningful trips with their grandchildren.  With over 40 years in the travel industry, Stefanie shares how travel planning has shifted from handwritten tickets and phone-book-sized fare manuals to today\u2019s digital-first world\u2014while explaining what technology still can\u2019t replace: human insight, experience, and relationships.  Together, we dive into:   The hidden value of working with a professional travel advisor  How multi-generational and \u201cskip-gen\u201d travel is reshaping family experiences  Why grandparents are uniquely positioned to create unforgettable travel memories  How travel agents personalize trips based on family dynamics, budgets, and kids\u2019 ages  The growing appeal of national parks, cruises, trains, and cultural experiences  What to look for when choosing a travel agency\u2014and red flags to avoid  Why travel insurance matters more today than ever   This conversation is a must-listen for grandparents who want to travel smarter, reduce stress, and build deeper bonds with their grandchildren through shared experiences.  If you\u2019re a grandparent dreaming about meaningful trips with your grandkids\u2014but don\u2019t want the stress of planning\u2014this episode is for you.  \ud83d\udc49 Listen now and discover how experienced travel advisors help grandparents create unforgettable, age-appropriate adventures that build lifelong memories.  Links  Click on this link to visit Odessy Travel: https:\/\/www.team-odyssey.com\/  Here is Stefanie's email address: sjs@team-odyssey.com  You can use this phone number to reach out to Stefanie and Odessy Travel: 707-343-7112  You can watch this fun conversation on YouTube by using this link:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/youtu.be\/wfWvWW3Dg1o  I would appreciate it if you could support the show. You can support the show through \u201cBuy me a Coffee\u201d and donate a few dollars by clicking&amp;nbsp;HERE.&amp;nbsp;(https:\/\/buymeacoffee.com\/coolgrandpa)  Here is a link to my webstore:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/cool-grandpa.us\/shop\/ &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"The Cool Grandpa Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/252317\/site","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39930415\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/39930415"}