Send us a text In this episode of our Special Hospitality Series in collaboration with Forbes Travel Guide, we highlight one of the Leaders Behind the Stars — Sarah McIntosh , the inspiring Hotel Manager at the Five-Star Maybourne Beverly Hills . Sarah takes us behind the scenes of her impressive career trajectory, her leadership approach, and the trends defining the next chapter of Five-Star hospitality. Sarah shares key insights into trends shaping the future of luxury hospitality, providing a...
Mar 20, 2025•28 min
Send us a text Ever wondered why traveling to Africa feels so complicated compared to booking a European vacation? In the final instalment of our Safari Series, we’re joined by Joshua D'Souza, Co-founder and CEO of CloudSafaris, to explore how his company is transforming this narrative. Combining his expertise as a Waterloo-trained computer scientist with over 50 years of family ties to East African tourism, Joshua is breaking down barriers in the safari booking industry. CloudSafaris is solving...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Send us a text Welcome to Season 2 of our Special Hospitality Series in collaboration with Forbes Travel Guide, the global authority on luxury hospitality. In this season, we take you behind the scenes of Forbes Travel Guide 'The Summit' in Monaco—their first-ever international event. With over 750 attendees from 90+ countries, this prestigious event drew a global audience for learning, collaboration, and celebrating excellence in luxury hospitality, which featured main stage talks, exclusive se...
Mar 13, 2025•42 min
Send us a text Step into the world of Tanzanian safaris with Cliff D’Souza, Managing Director of Savannah Tours, a family-run business with 51 years of expertise. Cliff shares how safari experiences have transformed—from rugged Land Rovers and simple tents to modern vehicles with Wi-Fi and luxury lodges boasting spa facilities—all while preserving the raw beauty of the wilderness. What You'll Uncover in This Episode The evolution of Tanzanian safaris, now including cultural visits to Maasai vill...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Send us a text Our 2nd Safari Series episode takes you deep into the stunning world of African safaris with the expert insights of Iain McConachie from Wilderness. With years of experience curating luxurious and meaningful safari adventures, Iain uncovers the powerful synergy between luxury, wildlife, and community-driven conservation efforts. We’ll explore how Wilderness has seamlessly evolved safari experiences by blending ecotourism with impactful practices that uplift local communities and p...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Send us a text Are you ready to experience the untamed beauty of Africa? In this episode Sherwin Banda, president of African Travel Inc. and a Cape Town native, takes us deep into the world of African safaris. With his expert insights, Sherwin paints a vivid picture of the safari adventure—from breathtaking wildlife encounters to the growing emphasis on community and conservation. What You’ll Learn: The booming popularity and evolution of African safaris Changing demographics and the rise of lux...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Send us a text This Special Event Spotlight features exclusive coverage from the inaugural Les Grands Remous Conference in Québec City—a groundbreaking gathering focused on innovation and sustainability in tourism brought together by MT Labs and Destination Quebec. What to Expect: Expert Insights: Hear from influential speakers like Martin Lessard, Managing Director of MT Lab, and Robert Mercure, CEO of Destination Québec City, as they discuss the future of sustainable travel and cutting-edge te...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 48 min
Send us a text Discover everything you need to know about ITB Berlin, the largest global travel trade show, with valuable insights from Debbie Rothe, Director of ITB. This special episode spotlights dives all the speakers, session plans and tips for making the most essential event for travel industry professionals. We cover the highlights to help you maximize your ITB Berlin experience: What makes ITB Berlin a key event for the travel industry A look at its diverse exhibitors and global particip...
Feb 21, 2025•44 min
Send us a text Learn how Mitch, Chris, and Pete from the Tourpreneur team are redefining the art of travel. Their collaboration showcases the exciting potential of immersive travel and how it’s reshaping the future of the industry. Through their expertise and passion, they reveal how to create unforgettable journeys, explore strategies to convert interest into bookings, and elevate the travel experience. The focus of this episode highlights the critical role of blending technology with authentic...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Send us a text Join our final instalment of our Influencer series as Sally Bunnell, Founder and CEO of Navi Savi, shares her inspiring story from her Nebraska roots to building an innovative User Generated Content platform that is reshaping the travel industry. With experience spanning broadcast journalism and the music industry, Sally’s global adventures through 113 countries led her to create Navi Savi—a platform connecting creator videos with personalized travel recommendations. This episode ...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Send us a text Discover how travel writers are shaping the way we explore the world with award-winning journalist and filmmaker Ash Bhardwaj. Having reported from over 50 countries, Ash shares valuable insights on the intersection of travel, culture, and current global affairs. This episode explores the deeper meaning on "why we travel" and gets behind our travel experiences, offering thoughtful reflections on cultural engagement and the impact of personal storytelling. Ash also highlights the e...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Send us a text Want to elevate your travel photography game? Or learn how iconic visuals are shaping travel marketing? This episode brings together 3 industry-leading photographers, Paul Teolis, Kateryna Topol, and Jeffrey Garriock, to share their secrets on capturing unforgettable shots for top global travel brands. Plus, we have a bonus segment featuring Flytographer’s Natalie Schulte, who has created incredible in-destination images for thousands of travelers worldwide. Whether you're working...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 53 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Send us a text Discover how TikTok is transforming the way we plan, book, and experience travel in this episode with Hannah Bennett, Head of Travel at TikTok. With over 2.14 billion users globally, TikTok is now a powerhouse for travel brands and creators alike, connecting audiences through authentic, inspiring content. Hannah shares her unique insights, from the platform's game-changing algorithm to the rise of trends like slow travel and "destination dupes." Learn how TikTok plays a role in ev...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Send us a text Season 5 is here, and we couldn’t be prouder to announce that we are now the #1 B2B podcast globally ! This season is going to massive with over 25 new episodes featuring exclusive insights from 35+ industry leaders like TikTok, Expedia, Google, and much more. To kick off Season 5, we wanted to explore how investors are viewing the travel industry in 2025 so we brought together 3 leading investors including Kevin Tsang from Amex Ventures, Cara Whitehill from Thayer Ventures, and M...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Send us a text Season 4 wraps up with the highlights from industry leaders at Phocuswright, showcasing the key trends shaping travel in 2025. Our discussions include the impact of AI, innovations in identity management, new travel advisor tools and the evolving preferences of Gen Z travelers, emphasizing their desire for meaningful, experience-driven journeys. • Insights into key trends expected for the travel industry in 2025 • Emphasis on AI's role in personalizing the traveler experience • Ex...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 59 min•Season 4Ep. 31
Send us a text In this must-listen episode, we dive into the groundbreaking innovations and trends unveiled at the Phocuswright conference in Arizona, setting the stage for the travel industry in 2025. Join us as industry visionaries and thought leaders share transformative ideas on AI, personalized travel, and the power of collaboration in travel tech. • Insights from CMO Michelle Denogrean from MindTrip on enhancing consumer travel experiences • Ben Sann discusses simplified communication for ...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr 39 min•Season 4Ep. 30
Send us a text Discover the Future of AI in Travel for 2025 with TravelAI.com Tune in to an exclusive interview recorded live at the Phocuswright Conference in Arizona, featuring TravelAI.com Co-Founders John Lyotier and Chris Jensen. Explore how they’ve leveraged cutting-edge AI to transform the travel industry, offering a masterclass in innovation and strategic thinking. Here’s what you’ll gain from this inspiring conversation: Rapid Growth Strategies : Learn how TravelAI.com scaled from 400 t...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 29
Send us a text Listen to the remaining highlights from this year’s Adventure Travel World Summit (ATWS) in Panama with Part 2 of our special series. This episode showcases ATTA's profound power of connection and the fundamental importance of sustainability in shaping a brighter future for the adventure travel industry. Packed with powerful stories and insights, this final installment from our Tours & Activities series features an exceptional lineup of industry thought leaders, including: Jon...
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Season 4Ep. 28
Send us a text Did you know there was a global event for Adventure Travel companies? Join us as Dan attends his very first Adventure Travel World Summit (ATWS) held in Panama and interviews many fascinating people from Iraq to Pakistan and from Influencers to technology leaders that are shaping this massive industry. This is your front-row seat to the community and connection that ATWS is renowned for since 1990. This year’s Summit embraced the theme of Connection , highlighting the bonds we sha...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Season 4Ep. 27
Send us a text Get ready to immerse yourself in the future of travel! Part 2 of our exclusive series from Arival 360 in San Diego takes you behind the scenes of the dynamic tours and activities sector—a thriving heartbeat of the travel industry. This episode features insights from an all-star lineup of industry leaders, including: Sarah Dines, Chief Commercial Officer, Viator Lori Timony, Go City Kelsey Tonner, Guest Focus Shradha Bhatia, WithLocals Oliver Merneck Leverne, Secret Food Tours Ryan...
Dec 13, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Season 4Ep. 26
Send us a text Live from Arival San Diego Part 1 – A Must-Listen for Travel Lovers! Get ready to immerse yourself in the future of travel! Part 1 of our exclusive series from Arival 360 in San Diego takes you behind the scenes of the dynamic tours and activities sector — aka 'the best of travel' This episode features insights from an all-star lineup of industry leaders, including: 🥪 Ben Gollan, Founder, A Man and His Sandwich 🗼 Liz Philpot, Founder, EAT SEATTLE LLC 🎈 Oskar Bruening, CTO &...
Dec 12, 2024•2 hr•Season 4Ep. 25
Send us a text Discover the vibrant evolution of UK tourism with Tom Macklin, the visionary Managing Director of Evans Evans, as your guide. From his humble beginnings at a cruise travel agency to leading London's oldest sightseeing company, Tom shares his journey and how Evan Evans has grown since the 1930s. We unravel the rich tapestry of the company’s history, discussing its innovative transformation into a leader of diverse experiences, including day trips, small group tours, and bespoke att...
Dec 05, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 24
Send us a text What if travel could be more than just a series of sights and sounds, but rather a transformative journey that resonates with your passions? Join us as we explore a world of personalized adventures and innovative tourism trends set to redefine your travel experiences by 2025. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and heritage of India with insights from Sanchin and Nidhi, the dynamic duo behind India City Walks. From authentic local experiences across Delhi's streets to India's ...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Season 4Ep. 23
Send us a text What role do Online Travel Agencies play in the future of travel, and how are they poised to revolutionize the industry? We're thrilled to continue the conversation about the evolving OTA landscape with Rob Ransom, the Chief Strategy Officer for Booking Holdings. Rob shares his insider perspective on the transformative journey of Booking Holdings, one of the world's largest online travel agencies, from the pivotal acquisition of Booking.com by Priceline to its strategic rebranding...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Send us a text What if your travel booking experience could be completely transformed? Join us as we unravel the captivating evolution of Online Travel Agencies. From the groundbreaking innovations since the 1990s to today's data-driven personalization, you'll discover how OTAs like Priceline have reshaped the travel landscape and what that means for your next trip. Our episode dives into the heart of Priceline's strategies with insights from Traci Mercer, Priceline's Senior Vice President &...
Nov 26, 2024•57 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Send us a text Ever wondered how the world of expedition cruising blends adventure, luxury and sustainability? Join us for an in-depth conversation with HX | Hurtigruten Expeditions' CEO Gebhard Rainer and Chief Expedition Officer Alex McNeil. Together, we embark on a journey through HX's unique offerings, where every voyage promises a meaningful connection to the planet and its rich history. From Gebhard's transition from the hospitality industry to leading a trailblazer in expedition travel, t...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 4Ep. 20
Send us a text Discover the magic behind Princess Cruises with our special guest, Nick Charrow, Director of Media, as he shares his captivating journey from creative and digital marketing to his influential role in the cruise industry. You'll gain insights into how Princess Cruises crafts a comprehensive vacation experience with its impressive fleet of 16 ships. Nick highlights the unique features that set the brand apart, such as the medallion class product, which uses wearable technology to el...
Nov 19, 2024•51 min
Send us a text World-renowned cruise industry expert Claudius Docekal, Vice President of Ocean Deployment and Shore Excursions at Scenic, joins us to pull back the curtain on the luxury cruise market. Ever wondered what truly sets a six-star cruise experience apart? Claudius shares his journey through the vibrant world of ocean and river cruises, offering a firsthand look at Scenic's impressive fleet, which includes everything from warm-weather yachts to expedition discovery yachts. You’ll gain ...
Nov 14, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Send us a text What happens when luxury meets the open seas? Join us as we uncover the secrets behind Regent Seven Seas Cruises with our special guest, Steve Odell, Chief Sales Officer. From his global career journey to insights on crafting culturally rich cruise experiences, Steve shares how Regent is redefining luxury travel. Discover what makes their boutique offerings irresistible to a wide range of travelers and why their inclusive pricing model is a game-changer in the high-end cruise mark...
Nov 12, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Send us a text Prepare to set sail on a journey through the cruise industry's remarkable resurgence. Together with industry leaders, we decipher the changing demographics and motivations of today's cruise passengers, revealing a youthful curiosity fueling the sector's evolution. Join the conversation as we spotlight Virgin Voyages and their game-changing approach to cruising. Special guest John Diorio shares how Virgin Voyages midsize, adult-only ships and innovative experiences, like the "happe...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 16
