Travel Trends Podcast

Special Hospitality Series: Filippo Arnaboldi on Crafting Exceptional Guest Experiences with Luxury Linens Imagine transforming every hotel stay into an unforgettable experience with just the right linens. That's exactly what Filippo Arnaboldi, CEO of Frette, shares with us on our latest episode! Filippo takes us on a journey through Frette's remarkable history since 1860, highlighting its partnerships with elite hotels and cruise lines. Discover how they craft bespoke, high-quality bedding that creates the perfect sleep experience. We also delve into trends in luxury hospitality, emphasizing well-being and personalized guest experiences. Whether you're a hospitality professional or a luxury travel fan, this episode is packed with invaluable insights! 🌟 #TravelTrends #LuxuryHospitality #GuestExperience

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Special Hospitality Series: Rick Fidel’s Journey from Dishwasher to Luxury Resort Director & Emerging Travel Trends Curious about how someone goes from washing dishes at a fried chicken restaurant to becoming the Managing Director of a luxury resort? Join us as we explore Rick Fidel's incredible journey from Auburn University psychology student to three-time Forbes Travel Guide five-star recipient. In this episode, Rick shares his inspiring path, emphasizing hard work, vision, and team support. We also dive into luxury travel trends, celebrity-favourite destinations, and the latest hospitality craze—pickleball! Don't miss these invaluable insights and inspiration for aspiring leaders in hospitality. #TravelTrends #Leadership #LuxuryTravel #FTG

𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 - 𝟯𝗽𝗺 𝗚𝗠𝗧 - 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 We are excited to announce that highly respected entrepreneur and travel guru Dan Christian who is founder of the Travel Trends Podcast and Travel Trends AI Summit will be joining us on July 26th with our esteemed panel of speakers to discuss the hybrid future of travel and the latest travel trends. Join us live here on LinkedIn on July 26th to learn about the impact of technology on the travel & tourism sector... #Tourism #tourismtrends #travel #hospitality #metaverse #metatourism #aviation Register here: https://lnkd.in/e7ve5k54

Special Hospitality Series: Shannon McCallum on Hosting a Global Summit, Hotel Revitalization & Future Trends in Luxury Travel. Ever wondered how a luxury hotel maintains five-star service while hosting a global summit? Join us as Shannon McCallum, VP of Hotel Operations at Resorts World Las Vegas, shares insights from hosting the Forbes Travel Guide Summit. Shannon discusses the opening of Resorts World during the pandemic and its impact on Las Vegas tourism. Discover trends in hospitality, the role of industry conferences, and innovations like cashless operations. Shannon also highlights revitalization efforts in Las Vegas and the importance of technology in ensuring a premier guest experience. Tune in for more! #TravelTrends #HospitalityIndustry #TourismInnovation

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Les Clefs d'Or® International General Secretary A. Burak Ipekci MIH discusses the increased importance of personalization among guests, the history and rigorous membership process of Les Clefs d'Or and how AI is affecting the industry on the Travel Trends Podcast’s latest Hospitality Series episode from The Summit in Las Vegas. Tune in: https://lnkd.in/gStdHi8x #ForbesTravelGuide #hospitality #hospitalityindustry #hotels #hotelsandresorts #hotelindustry #traveltrends #lesclefsdor #concierge #inservicethroughfriendship #yourkeytoeverything Dan Christian

🛎 Special Hospitality Series: Inside Les Clefs d'Or® International with A. Burak Ipekci MIH and Future Trends in Luxury Travel Ever wondered how the world’s elite concierges maintain their impeccable standards? Join us for an exclusive chat with Burak Ipekci, the Secretary General of Les Clefs d'Or, recorded live at the Forbes Travel Guide 'The Summit' in Las Vegas. Burak walks us through the storied history and rigorous membership process of Les Clefs d'Or, an organization that has set the gold standard in hospitality since 1929. Discover what it takes to wear the iconic golden keys and the dedication required to elevate guest experiences to unparalleled heights. Burak shares some great insights on how technological advancements are reshaping back-of-house operations, yet he underscores the irreplaceable value of human interaction in maintaining Forbes five-star ratings. 🌟 For aspiring hospitality professionals, this episode is packed with career advice and hiring insights. Hope you enjoy! Thanks again for joining us Burak. #traveltrends #concierge #hospitality #hotels

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Special Hospitality Series: Stuart Greif on AI Enhancing Human Connections in Luxury Travel 🏨 In our latest podcast episode from 'The Summit' in Las Vegas, we explore an intriguing question with our good friend and Forbes Travel Guide's Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer:  What if luxury hospitality could harness AI to deepen, rather than diminish, human connections? Stuart shares his valuable insights on leveraging AI to streamline administrative tasks, allowing staff to focus on cultivating meaningful interactions with guests. Despite technological advancements, he emphasizes that the heart of luxury hospitality remains genuine human connection. He also discusses the panel of tech luminaries he brought together that included Gilad Berenstein from Brook Bay Capital, LLC, Lesly Simmons from Amazon, Vaughn Davis from Hyper Nimbus and Shane O'Flaherty from Microsoft. They discussed AI's transformative role in travel and hospitality, from personal recommendation engines to innovative tech integrations in hotel management. The episode also highlights the contributions of women leaders in luxury hospitality, with special recognition of Amanda Frasier’s efforts in elevating global service excellence standards. This episode is a must-listen for hospitality professionals looking to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of luxury travel. Discover how AI can enhance, rather than replace, the irreplaceable human touch in hospitality. Listen now to learn more about these innovations and insights! Link in comments below. #traveltrends #hospitality #ai #forbestravelguide