AI Everywhere: Apple’s Travel Future & the Next Wave of Travel Tech Investors
In today’s episode, we dive into Apple’s latest travel-focused updates—including digital passports, live call translation, and smarter boarding passes—and what they mean for the mobile-first traveller...
10 Jun 20253min
Travel’s Missed Connections: Solo Women Rise, NDC Stalls
This episode explores two major shifts in travel: the rise of empowered solo women travelers over 50 and the lagging reality of NDC’s personalized booking promise. From the challenges of outdated assu...
9 Jun 20253min
Power Struggles in Travel: Airbnb’s Services Backlash & the Corporate Booking Revolt
This episode dives into the mounting host frustration over Airbnb’s new ‘Services’ feature, with critics accusing the platform of extracting value without fair compensation. Then we shift to the corpo...
6 Jun 20254min
AI Meets Empathy: Agoda’s Smart Planner and the Future of Incentive Travel
In this episode, we explore Agoda’s new AI-powered vacation planner built for Indian travelers, blending Google’s Gemini and Imagen tech with Bollywood flair. Then we head to Cancun for the IRF Invita...
5 Jun 20253min
Climate Clash & Click Wars: Aviation’s Green Fight and OTA Marketing Surge
In this episode, we unpack IATA’s sharp criticism of Europe’s sustainable aviation policies and the growing rift between airlines, regulators, and fuel suppliers. Then we dive into the $4.5 billion ma...
4 Jun 20254min
Mobile Momentum & Marine Regeneration: Travel’s Digital and Sustainable Future
In this episode, we explore the U.K.’s booming mobile travel market and how digital innovation is reshaping infrastructure and booking behavior. Then we turn to the Caribbean, where MSC Cruises’ Ocean...
3 Jun 20254min
Energy Over Agenda: Rethinking Events and Evolving Loyalty in 2025
This episode explores how forward-thinking event planners are prioritizing attendee energy and wellness to boost engagement—from breathwork to mindful breaks. Plus, we dive into the shifting state of ...
2 Jun 20254min
From Vienna to Visionary AI: The Real Future of Travel Planning
In this episode, we break down ICCA’s 2024 rankings to reveal the cities and countries dominating global association meetings—and where the data might be missing the bigger picture. Then, we zoom out ...
30 Mai 20254min
