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Dan Christian
Sustainability
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Forbes Travel Guide
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Colombia
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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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Recent Guests

Carolyne Doyon
President and CEO of Club Med North America and the Caribbean
Club Med
Episode: How Club Med Created All-Inclusive Holidays and Continues to Lead the Way with Carolyne Doyon
Jeff Ment
Attorney at Ment Law Group, travel industry legal expert
The Ment Law Group
Episode: When Bad Sh*t Happens to Good People on Holiday: Legal Lessons for the Travel Industry
Chunny (Chunie)
Travel law practitioner with ATTA involvement
ATTA; private practice
Episode: When Bad Sh*t Happens to Good People on Holiday: Legal Lessons for the Travel Industry
Julie Thorner
Founder and President of Liquid Spark
Liquid Spark
Episode: Trust Your Compass: Leadership, Marketing, and AI in Adventure Tourism with Liquid Spark
May-Ling Chun
Director of Tourism for St. Martin
St. Martin Tourism Bureau
Episode: Beyond The Beach with St. Maarten
Fred Bean
CEO and founder of HotelPORT
HotelPORT
Episode: How HotelPORT is Streamlining Hospitality with Fred Bean, CEO
Mike Schibel
Founder and host of Travel With Meaning
Travel With Meaning
Episode: Travel with Meaning: Rethinking Purpose-Driven Travel with Mike Schibel
Stuart Greif
Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide
Episode: Global Luxury Hotel Trends Part 3 with Stuart Greif
Pete Comeau
Managing Director, Phocuswright
Phocuswright
Episode: Event Preview: Phocuswright Europe 2026

Host

Dan Christian
Host of Travel Trends Podcast, providing insights into the evolving travel industry through interviews and discussions with experts.

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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It helped me find a job in the travel industry.
I enjoyed the AI episodes and would love to see more of that content here!
This is the best travel podcast I've discovered this year.
Inspiring show with passionate guests; can't wait for the next season!
I found many valuable ideas for my tour business.
Great resource for travel industry professionals; it's good to see Canadians shining in travel podcasting.
Our whole travel agency office listened to the Travel agent and Cruise series; please keep doing more on those! Thanks Dan.
I love listening to Dan and the guests he brings on; they are so interesting.
I tune in weekly for travel marketing insights.
Super valuable insights that have really benefited our startup.
Love the show and the fun travel trivia!
I met Dan at a summit and he was so nice; I'm now a fan!
Excellent podcast, very well presented and engaging for industry professionals.

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Talking Points

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When Bad Sh*t Happens to Good People on Holiday: Legal Lessons for the Travel Industry
Q: What is the role of a lawyer in preparing for potential exits or acquisitions?
Provide succession planning, protect intellectual property and branding, organize filings and financials, and help set realistic valuations based on profitability and assets.
When Bad Sh*t Happens to Good People on Holiday: Legal Lessons for the Travel Industry
Q: How should organizations approach duty of care when working with local partners and DMCs?
Understand the chain of responsibility across the operator-DMC-supplier stack, vet partners thoroughly, and contract responsibilities clearly to allocate risk appropriately.
When Bad Sh*t Happens to Good People on Holiday: Legal Lessons for the Travel Industry
Q: What should tour operators be thinking about first from a legal perspective?
Focus on clear terms and conditions with customers, proper execution (consent, contracts), and building a basic risk framework including a crisis plan and insurance.
Luxury Hotel Trends in 2026 with Jonathan Raggett, CEO, Red Carnation Hotels
Q: How is the luxury guest evolving in London and globally for Red Carnation?
The luxury guest now expects highly personalized experiences, quick service, and seamless access to curated activities. Red Carnation emphasizes deep guest knowledge, proactive planning with travel advisors, and a 360-degree approach to bespoke experiences, while staying true to a boutique, high-touch service model that differentiates the brand from larger, more generic players.
Event Preview: Arival 360 Valencia with Bruce Rosard
Q: Who should attend and why?
Operators of tours, activities, or experiences looking to grow their business, as well as tech and distribution companies servicing the experience industry.

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Focused on the travel industry, this podcast serves as a vital resource for professionals seeking to navigate the rapidly changing landscape of travel trends. With each episode, insights from industry leaders provide valuable perspectives on emerging opportunities, innovative strategies, and practical tips for enhancing travel-related businesses. Listeners can expect discussions that span various topics, from sustainable travel practices to cutting-edge technology, fostering connections among entrepreneurs, executives, and travel enthusiasts alike. Unique elements include interviews with a diverse range of guests, each bringing distinct expertise that enriches the dialogue around travel and tourism.

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Recent guests on Travel Trends include:

1. Carolyne Doyon
2. Jeff Ment
3. Chunny (Chunie)
4. Julie Thorner
5. May-Ling Chun
6. Fred Bean
7. Mike Schibel
8. Stuart Greif

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