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Welcome to our Travel Trends Podcast, the #1 B2B global travel podcast for professionals shaping the future of travel.

Hosted by Dan Christian, this show features candid conversations with global travel leaders, startup founders, tourism boards, hospitality executives, and technology innovators. Together they explore the ideas, innovations, and strategies driving the next era of travel.

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Filters, dropdowns, and endless tabs are starting to feel like the old internet, and travel is right at the center of that shift. In the second episode of our Agentic AI Series, Dan speaks with Ben Manzi, Co-founder and COO of Maya,... more

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Recent Guests

Maya Patel
Head of Partner Marketing at Bokun
Bokun
Episode: Event Spotlight: Arival 360 Valencia 2026
Enrique Espinel
Chief Operating Officer
Civitatis
Episode: Event Spotlight: Arival 360 Valencia 2026
Brennen Bliss
Founder and CEO
Propellic
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Brian Young
Managing Director Europe & UK
G Adventures
Episode: Event Spotlight: Arival 360 Valencia 2026
Natasha Lawrence
Director of Product Strategy
Travel Corporation (Contiki, TTC brands)
Episode: Event Spotlight: Arival 360 Valencia 2026
Tom Macklin
Managing Director
Evan Evans
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Roberta Scott
Head of Partnership Marketing
ATTA
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Yenyi Fu
Chief Operating Officer
Kim Kim
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Pere Valles
CEO
Exottica
Episode: Event Spotlight: Arival 360 Valencia 2026

Host

Dan Christian
Host of Travel Trends; engages global travel leaders, startup founders, and industry executives to discuss ideas shaping the future of travel.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 229 ratings
  • Gold!

    Super valuable insights that have really benefited our startup. Keep it up Dan!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FLYR Crew
    Canadaa year ago
  • My Favourite Travel Podcast

    I love listening to Dan and the guests he brings on are so interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GlobalNomadIan
    Canadaa year ago
  • Valuable Advice for Travel Advisors

    Our whole travel agency office listened to the Travel agent and Cruise series. Please keep doing more on those! Thanks Dan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Direct Travel Canada
    Francea year ago
  • Super Interesting!

    I heard about about this podcast on Tourprenuer and have learned so valuable ideas for my tour business. Excited for that series!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tourpreneur Fan
    Francea year ago
  • Forbes Travel Guide Évent

    I just learned about this podcast at The Summit in Monaco. I met Dan there and he was so nice. Ive since listened to a few episodes on my flight home and am really enjoying these interviews. I’m a fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Five Star Hôtel GM
    Francea year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the host's interviewing style and the relevance of guests for travel business professionals.
Guests consistently deliver practical, actionable insights for industry practitioners.
The show is seen as a valuable resource for travel marketers and operators seeking market-ready strategies and partnerships.

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Event Spotlight: Arival 360 Valencia 2026
Q: Enrique, can you summarize what Civitatis does and its growth trajectory?
Civitatis is a leading distribution platform for tourism activities in the Spanish-speaking markets, focusing on Spanish-speaking travelers and expanding to Latin American sources and destinations with a strong emphasis on AI-enabled discoverability and trust.
Event Spotlight: Arival 360 Valencia 2026
Q: Maya, tell us a little bit about Bokun and what you do.
Bokun is a complete booking system and channel management solution for experiences, helping tour operators manage online presence, pricing, and communications while connecting to OTAs and partner apps.
The New American Road Trip: Blacksford’s Luxury RV Adventures in the National Parks
Q: Who are the typical customers and how do travel advisors fit in?
Customers span families, multi-generational groups, empty nesters, international travelers, and adventure seekers. Travel advisors can leverage the bundled itineraries, planning support, and generous commissions to offer a turnkey premium RV experience.
The New American Road Trip: Blacksford’s Luxury RV Adventures in the National Parks
Q: What makes Blacksford premium beyond typical RV rental?
Blacksford combines new, premium vehicles with white-glove service, 24/7 local support, full stock of provisions, and trip planning help, creating a seamless, high-end experience not available through peer-to-peer or mass-market rental options.
The Evolution of Sun Destinations with TUI with Phillip Iveson
Q: What are your core sun destination markets and where is growth happening?
Core markets include the UK, Northern Europe, and a strong push into Eastern Europe; destinations like Spain, Egypt, and Mexico are highlighted as ongoing priorities with growth in new source markets.

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What is Travel Trends about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets B2B audiences shaping travel, featuring candid conversations with leaders from travel tech, operators, destinations, hospitality, and distribution. Episodes spotlight trends like multi-day touring, AI and data-driven personalization, and innovative distribution models (DTC, OTAs, and agency partnerships). Guests range from global brands and destination bodies to startup founders and investors, with practical takeaways on product strategy, marketing, partnerships, and operational excellence. A standout throughline is how AI, data tooling, and collaboration across ecosystems drive growth, affordability, and meaningful experiences in a rapidly evolving travel economy. The format emphasizes actionable insights, on-site event c... more

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Recent guests on Travel Trends include:

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7. Roberta Scott
8. Yenyi Fu

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