Welcome back to the Luxury Travelers podcast! I’m your host, Rodney George, and today, we’re thrilled to welcome Steve Spivak, Vice President of Global Sales and Reservations for Tauck, as we celebrate their remarkable 100th anniversary. Tauck has redefined luxury travel with its unique approach, blending personalized experiences, small-group journeys, and seamless logistics. Tauck’s commitment to innovation and guest satisfaction is unmatched, from exclusive after-hours access to iconic landmarks to all-inclusive river cruises with spacious accommodations. Join us as Steve shares the inspiring history of this family-led company, insights into their future focus, and his favorite Tauck experience.
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [1:20] Steve shares the history of Tauck, celebrating its 100th anniversary
- [4:34] Tauck is a way of traveling
- [7:30] Discussion of destinations under the branded house of Tauck
- [10:04] Steve names the differences between a Tauck river cruise compared to others
- [15:33] Steve discusses Tauck’s focus on the future
- [23:15] Steve reveals his favorite experience on Tauck’s ships
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Now celebrating its 100th anniversary, Tauck thrives on a commitment to innovation, guest satisfaction, and family-driven leadership. The fourth generation brings modern perspectives, such as sustainability and technological integration, while preserving the core values established in 1925.
- Tauck emphasizes creating personal and unique experiences, such as exclusive after-hours access to iconic sites and empowering tour directors to customize trips for guests. The approach prioritizes small groups, seamless travel logistics, and all-inclusive pricing for worry-free travel.
- Tauck’s river cruises stand out because they limit guest numbers to ensure spacious accommodations, intimate experiences, and greater immersion in destinations. Every aspect, from fine dining to excursions, is included, making luxury travel accessible and stress-free.
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GUEST BIOGRAPHY:
Steve Spivak is Vice President of Global Sales and Reservations for Tauck. In this role, Spivak leads the worldwide sales effort across all of Tauck’s global markets and oversees the operation of Tauck’s Reservations and Guest Relations departments.
Before joining Tauck, Steve spent four years with Loews Hotels as Vice President of Global Sales. Before joining Loews, Steve spent eight years with Starwood Hotels and Resorts in various US sales and marketing leadership positions.
An avid traveler himself, Steve has personally traveled on 20 Tauck Tours and Cruises and especially enjoys exploring the world with his wife, Elizabeth and three kids on Tauck Bridges.
