Travel Trends Podcast

Event Spotlight – MarketHub Americas by HBX Group 2026 Recorded live from Punta Cana, this special episode features conversations with three HBX Group leaders exploring the trends shaping the future of travel, from AI and travel distribution to luxury travel and the partnerships driving the industry’s next chapter. We’ve time-stamped every conversation below so you can jump straight to the speakers and topics that interest you most: 3:33 – Javier Cabrerizo, Chief Strategy, Transformation & AI Officer, HBX Group 37:37 – Una O'Leary, Vice President of Sales, The Luxurist 58:17 – Danielle Von Weyhrother, Vice President of Sales, North America, HBX Group 👉 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g4gD_mqM #traveltrendspodcast #event #podcast

Our In-Destination Experiences Series concludes with Jennifer Michael, Business Development Manager at the National Trust Northern Ireland, to explore how iconic natural attractions create unforgettable visitor experiences. From the Giant’s Causeway and sustainable tourism to storytelling, local partnerships, and visitor experience design, this conversation explores how one of the world’s most remarkable destinations balances conservation with creating memorable experiences for every guest. We also discuss how destinations can encourage visitors to stay longer, support local communities, and transform world-famous landmarks into richer, more immersive journeys. ▶️ Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/gFE5wMdw 🔥 Thanks to Pernod Ricard for sponsoring this series. #traveltrendspodcast #experiences

Massive Event Spotlight – Phocuswright Europe 2026 Recorded live in Barcelona at Phocuswright Europe 2026, this special episode features more than six and a half hours of conversations with over 20 founders, CEOs, investors, analysts, and travel technology leaders exploring the trends shaping the future of European and global travel. We've time-stamped every conversation below so you can jump straight to the speakers and topics that interest you most: 5:29 – Siew Hoon Yeoh, Founder & Managing Director, Web in Travel 29:55 – John Lyotier CEO, TravelAI™, An UpNext Company 55:13 – Stuart Greif, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Forbes Travel Guide 1:23:19 – Andres Spitzer , CEO, Civitatis 1:42:35 – Brennen Bliss, CEO, Propellic - Travel Marketing 1:58:59 – Alexandros (Alex) Trimis, CEO, Welcome Pickups 2:20:27 – Julie Cheetham CEO, Travalyst 2:38:29 – Siebe Gerbranda Herbranda, CEO, Rail Europe 2:53:26 – Andy Moss, CEO, Mindtrip, Inc. 3:10:28 – Charlotte Lamp Davies, Founder & CEO, A Bright Approach 3:24:45 – Carolina Castillo, General Manager, EMEA Travel Payments, WEX Europe Services Limited 3:39:14 – Erez Bousso, Founder & CEO, We Are Move 3:55:20 – Carlos Cendra Cruz, Chief Marketing & Communication Officer, The Data Appeal Company 4:13:25 – Brooke Gilbertson, Conference, Events & Experience Leader, World Travel Market (WTM) London 4:29:27 – CD Lazear, Managing Director, TripAdd 4:35:51 – Benoit Cerceau, Founder & CEO, OnSpot Travel Group 5:05:46 – Oz Har Adir, Founder & CEO, Vio 5:20:12 – Eimy A Santos M, AI Solutions Expert, Maya 5:32:10 – Sebastien Texier, Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Jinko 5:47:42 – Matei Psatta, Chief AI & Growth Officer, Vola.ro 5:55:42 – Lakatos Nina, Business Development Manager, Message.Help 6:03:48 – Marius Nigond, CEO, iWander 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gepgFjHw A huge thank you to Pete, Gene, and the entire Phocuswright team for another incredible event and for their continued partnership with the Travel Trends Podcast. We'll see you again this November at Phocuswright Conference in Florida! #traveltrendspodcast #event #podcast

Season 8 is coming this September. Help us shape it! Before we wrap up Season 7 with an incredible finale featuring the Creator and Producer of The Amazing Race, we're busy planning what comes next and we'd love your input. We've created our first ever listener survey. Take a few minutes to tell us the guests you want, the topics that matter most to you and how we can make the show more valuable for the travel industry. As our thank you, everyone who takes part goes into a draw for an Airbnb card or one of five Travel Trends prize packs. Survey linked in the first comment. We can't wait to hear your ideas.

In this Spotlight Episode, Dan Christian is joined by Jo Juliana Turnbull, Senior Growth Marketing Manager at Holafly, to explore how eSIMs have become one of the fastest-growing essentials for modern travellers. From instant connectivity and unlimited data to creator-led marketing and the future of connected travel, this conversation explores why eSIMs are changing the way people experience destinations around the world. We also discuss how travel advisors and tour operators are increasingly including eSIMs as part of the travel experience, and why reliable connectivity has become as important as travel insurance for many travellers. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gaCva846 👉 Learn more at www.holafly.com #traveltrendspodcast #esim #travel #podcast

In our In-Destination Experiences Series, Dan Christian is joined by Aaron F. Founder & CEO of TripWorks to explore how the best experience operators are winning more bookings. From direct bookings and distribution strategies to personalization, AI, and the future of in-destination experiences, this conversation explores how tour and attraction operators can create better customer journeys while growing revenue. We also discuss the evolving role of OTAs, why more travelers are booking experiences before they arrive, and how AI-powered discovery and agentic commerce could reshape the future of travel. ▶️ Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/gYF6wmnw 🔥 Thanks to Pernod Ricard for sponsoring this series. #traveltrendspodcast #experiences #podcast

Event Spotlight - Aviation Festival Americas 2026 Recorded live in Miami at the Aviation Festival during our second year as the Official Podcast Partner, this special episode features more than five hours of conversations with over 20 leaders from across aviation, airports, AI, accessibility, travel technology, and customer experience. We've time-stamped every conversation below so you can jump straight to the speakers and topics that interest you most: 0:54 – Guido van Til, Vice President, Digital, oneworld Alliance 20:00 – Mickey Beyer-Clausen, Co-Founder & CEO, Timeshifter 37:23 – Tedd Evers, Global Partner Leader, Travel & Hospitality, Amazon Web Services (AWS) 52:15 – Roberto Held, Head of Business Development – Americas, Avion Express 1:11:39 – David Hodges, Vice President, Americas, Virgin Atlantic 1:27:49 – Emilie Gazeau, CEO & Founder, Alltheway travel tech 1:49:39 – Dr. Yvette Pegues, Ed.D., Co-Founder & CEO, Your Invisible Disability Group 2:11:05 – Ryan Jones, SVP, Global Accessibility Strategy & Advocacy, Vispero® 2:35:38 – Christopher Brown, CEO & Founder, Bonafide 2:55:09 – Samar Khan, Founder & Chief Sustainability Officer, TripAI Technologies 3:05:56 – Matthew Wade, Co-Founder, Toggle Travel 3:21:34 – Charles Studt, CMO, delight.ai 3:42:24 – Chris Russo, Associate Director, Publicis Sapient 4:01:53 – Judy McMurtry, Founder & CEO, JM Excel Consultant LLC 4:14:08 – Chloe Dyett, T7 International Group 4:31:56 – Oscar Mejia, Sales Director, North America, JR TECHNOLOGIES 4:44:55 – Kaleb Neal, Transportation Systems Analyst, AeroLink Systems 4:57:44 – David Pfister, Strategic Alliances Manager, ZS 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gRHJ-7sy #traveltrendspodcast #event #aviation

The Top 5 Travel Essentials that Dan Never Leaves Home without! "What can't you travel without?" Is a question that our host, Dan Christian, gets asked in almost every interview. So he decided to create a blog post on the five essential items that make his extensive business travel most effective. His list includes the Timeshifter app that helps him beat jet lag and stay sharp for day-one meetings, Therabody SmartGoggles for recovery on the road, Heys smart luggage built for seamless transit, Emirates First Class pajamas for quality rest in the air and the hotel, and our new Travel Trends portable battery charger that keeps him powered and productive from takeoff to touchdown. He also shares a bonus tip: never underestimate airline and hotel loyalty programs. The upgrades, lounge access, and perks can transform how efficiently you move through the world. Read Dan's full list here: https://lnkd.in/gP2uEgUz Do you travel with any of these? What is on your essential travel list? Share them in the comments and we might feature the best ones in a future blog post or episode. #BusinessTravel #TravelTips #TravelPodcast

In this Spotlight Episode, Dan Christian is joined by Benjamin Sann, Founder & CEO of TourOptima and Josh Halpern, Chief Commercial Officer, to explore why today’s tour operators need more than just booking software. From guest communications and itinerary changes to flight delays, automation, and AI, this conversation looks at how connected technology can simplify operations, improve the traveler experience, and help teams deliver exceptional service at every stage of the journey. If you’re a tour operator or travel business looking to streamline operations while creating better guest experiences, this episode is packed with practical insights. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/ga6r_Yre 👉 Learn more & book a demo here: https://lnkd.in/gDn8h6NC #traveltrendspodcast #touroperators #traveltech #travelindustry