Episode Details

In this episode of The Travel Agent Guide Podcast, we’re heading to Greece with special guest Kostas Sourvanos from Travelive to explore a side of the destination that goes beyond the places your clients already know.

Greece may immediately bring Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini to mind, but there is so much more to discover. From meaningful local connections and heritage experiences to incredible landscapes and lesser-known islands, this conversation is all about helping travel advisors confidently sell Greece through experiences that feel personal, authentic, and unforgettable.

Join us as Kosta shares his destination expertise, five "ungoogleable" upscale gems, and practical insights advisors can use to create more customized Greece itineraries for their clients.

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00:00:00 – Opening Preview

00:00:36 – Travel Agent Guide Intro

00:00:57 – Meet Costa & Travelive

00:02:13 – Costa’s Background & Love for Travel

00:04:08 – Planning a First Trip to Greece

00:06:15 – Athens & the Private Acropolis Experience

00:08:25 – Athens as a Base for Exploring Greece

00:08:58 – Mykonos: More Than Nightlife

00:09:50 – Santorini: Avoiding the Crowds & Authentic Experiences

00:11:06 – Crete: A Destination of Its Own

00:12:22 – Suggested 10- & 12-Night Greece Itineraries

00:13:01 – Why Travel Advisors Should Work With a DMC

00:14:36 – Hidden Gem #1: The Peloponnese

00:16:21 – Creating a Meaningful Heritage Trip

00:18:33 – The “Memory Maker” Every Trip Needs

00:20:19 – Hidden Gem #2: Milos

00:22:08 – Hidden Gem #3: Kefalonia & the Ionian Islands

00:25:06 – Hidden Gem #4: Naxos

00:26:53 – Hidden Gem #5: Epirus & Vikos Gorge

00:27:45 – Why Greece Is a Year-Round Destination

00:30:50 – Recap: 5 Hidden Upscale Gems in Greece

00:32:55 – Key Takeaways for Travel Advisors

00:33:34 – What Makes Travelive Different

00:36:24 – Travel Agent Guide Event Reminder

00:36:53 – Closing & Outro 

 Whether you’re planning your first Greece itinerary or looking for something new for repeat travelers, this episode will help you go into your next consultation with more confidence, better destination knowledge, and fresh ideas your clients probably haven’t discovered on their own.

Greece is so much more than checking famous islands off a list. It’s about finding the places, people, and experiences that make your clients feel genuinely connected to the destination.

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