Episodes

John Podaras is a long term resident and hospitality expert based in Dubai. He is sharing his experiences and observations of the interesting changes in Saudi Arabia with the launch of Hospitality Giga projects supporting the Saudi Arabia 2030 vision. John also shares the attitude of Dubai and Saudi Arabia dealing with the corona virus, and how the pandemic has been effecting daily life.

I am discussing with Yasha Chatab, based in Jakarta, about everyday life in Jakarta. We also talk about government encouragements for people to travel more. Bali announced ¨Love Bali ¨campaign to entice travellers to visit The island of Gods. Does this approach work?

Interview with Filip Boyen, CEO, Forbes Travel Guide. – Breaking down what Forbes Travel Guide do. ( Inspections, Classifications and Service standards) – What are the needs of high end travellers ( Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y, Gen Z are they really that different? – Challenges in the industry with hotel school graduates. How to attract, inspire and motivate the new generation talent. – Challenges with Concierge, out source or retain in-house. Pro active vs. Re-active. Concierge service at its bes...

We discuss with my guest Sehnaz Cehreli, authority and expert on the needs of the new generation travellers. They are socially responsible, believe in sustainability and living to experience the unique moment. What should the travel destinations and hotels do successfully market and serve the needs of the travellers.