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View From Afar

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View From Afar is the travel industry podcast made by the travel industry, for the travel industry. Hosted by the editors of Afar, the show sits down with the CEOs, tourism experts, hoteliers, and destination leaders shaping how the world moves. These are travel industry interviews with the people actually making the decisions, from national tourism boards to the newest hotel brands, often recorde... more

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Welcome to a special IPW 2026 series of View From Afar. In this episode, recorded live from the conference floor, Visit Phoenix⁠ president and CEO Ron Price⁠ sits down with Afar deputy editor Michelle Baran for one of our most surprising travel indus... more

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Welcome to a special IPW 2026 series of View From Afar. In this episode, recorded live from the conference floor, Visit Austin⁠ president and ⁠CEO Tom Noonan⁠ sits down with Afar editorial director Billie Cohen for one of our most forward-looking tra... more

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Welcome to a special IPW 2026 series of View From Afar. In this episode, recorded live from the conference floor, Colorado Tourism Office⁠ director ⁠Timothy Wolfe⁠ sits down with Afar deputy editor Michelle Baran for one of our most instructive trave... more

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Welcome to a special IPW 2026 series of View From Afar. In this episode, recorded live from the conference floor, Louisiana Office of Tourism assistant secretary Doug Bourgeois⁠ sits down with Afar editorial director Billie Cohen for one of our most ... more

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Recent Guests

Ron Price
President and CEO of Visit Phoenix
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Episode: The Phoenix Tourism People Don't Know | Live From IPW 2026
Tom Noonan
President and CEO of Visit Austin
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Episode: Austin Travel and the Future of Destination Management | Live From IPW 2026
Tim Wolfe
Director of the Colorado Tourism Office
Colorado Tourism Office
Episode: Why You Should Visit Colorado the Right Way | Live From IPW 2026
Doug Bourgeois
Assistant Secretary of Tourism for the Louisiana Office of Tourism
Louisiana Office of Tourism
Episode: Louisiana Travel Beyond New Orleans, From Bayou to Byway | Live From IPW 2026
Jorge Perez
CEO of Discover Puerto Rico
Discover Puerto Rico
Episode: The Bad Bunny Puerto Rico Effect | Live From IPW 2026
Claude Molinari
President and CEO, Visit Detroit
Visit Detroit
Episode: How Detroit Tourism Finally Caught Up to the Hype | Live From IPW 2026
Duane Parrish
Director of Discover South Carolina
Discover South Carolina
Episode: Visit South Carolina and Find the Undiscovered | Live From IPW 2026
Tammy Canavan
President and CEO of Visit Seattle
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Episode: The Seattle Tourism Boom Behind a World Cup Summer | Live From IPW 2026
Nicolas Petrovic
New CEO of Brightline Holdings
Brightline Holdings
Episode: Can American Train Travel Actually Work? | Live From IPW 2026

Hosts

Michelle Baran
Host of View From Afar, Afar Media
Billie Cohen
Editorial Director at Afar, host of View From Afar

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Bravo!

    Super creative and insightful insights for the industry and travelers alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bkinkade
    United States2 months ago
  • Must listen <3

    Obsessed, love learning what happens BTS in the travel industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lbolz
    United States2 months ago
  • Finally!

    Medal worthy🥇🏅🎖️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdiazphx
    United Statesa year ago

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High-quality guests and candid discussions that aren't fluff.
Engaging live-from-event format with real-world takeaways.
Insightful industry-forward conversations that feel practical for travel marketers.
Excellent source for PRs seeking podcast placements and sponsorship angles.
Consistently valuable perspectives on destination growth and sustainability.

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The Phoenix Tourism People Don't Know | Live From IPW 2026
Q: What role do international investments and direct flights play in Phoenix's broader strategy?
International investments and new direct flights (e.g., to Taiwan) expand the city's global reach, support its manufacturing ecosystem (like TSMC), and diversify the visitor base by connecting more travelers and businesses to Phoenix.
The Phoenix Tourism People Don't Know | Live From IPW 2026
Q: How has transportation investment, including autonomous shuttles, impacted Phoenix's ability to host major events?
Transportation investments, including Waymo autonomous shuttles from the airport, have improved accessibility, reduced friction for visitors, and demonstrated Phoenix as a forward-looking mobility hub, which is essential for managing large event crowds.
The Phoenix Tourism People Don't Know | Live From IPW 2026
Q: What was the goal behind launching the Phoenix Sports and Events Commission, and what early successes have you seen?
The goal was to formalize and amplify how sports and cultural events drive economic activity, community engagement, and visitor experiences. Early successes include organizing a more proactive events team, reviving and expanding cultural events like Viva Phoenix, and positioning Phoenix to host high-profile championships.
Austin Travel and the Future of Destination Management | Live From IPW 2026
Q: Nowadays so much travel content is automated. AI is everywhere. How is Visit Austin thinking about AI?
They've established an AI committee and are using AI for marketing and sales content to showcase the city's future, making teams more efficient and expanding their outreach.
Austin Travel and the Future of Destination Management | Live From IPW 2026
Q: How are you keeping all that convention and event business alive in the meantime, especially when event travel is so big right now?
By leveraging Airbnb tax collections and the Tourism Public Improvement District to fund marketing and incentives, and by promoting a flexible, multi-hotel approach to hosting events that distributes business.

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What is View From Afar about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Professionals in travel, hospitality, and destination marketing tune in for candid conversations with industry leaders—CEOs, government tourism officials, hoteliers, and DMOs—covering strategy, policy, and the evolving guest experience. Episodes highlight destination development, sustainability, innovative marketing, and real-world tactics for growing visitation while balancing community needs. A standout trait is the live-event flavor and unfiltered insights from leaders shaping travel's next era, often tied to major industry moments and real-world case studies from places like cities, regions, and luxury brands. These conversations are valuable for listeners seeking practical takeaways, from branding and digital marketing to infrastructur... more

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Recent guests on View From Afar include:

1. Ron Price
2. Tom Noonan
3. Tim Wolfe
4. Doug Bourgeois
5. Jorge Perez
6. Claude Molinari
7. Duane Parrish
8. Tammy Canavan

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