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Travel Trends Monthly Report - November 2026
Search engines, social media, and word of mouth have long shaped how travelers discover and book their trips. But generative AI is quickly changing that, becoming a new starting point for travel inspiration, research, and planning. Recording live from Vancouver following World Travel Market (WTM), in this month’s Travel Trends Report, Dan and Marius reflect on the conversations, insights, and emerging trends shaping the future of travel marketing, and why the industry is changing faster than ever.
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EXCLUSIVE
SPOTLIGHT EPISODES
Our Spotlight Episodes shine a light on special events, innovators and emerging trends in the travel industry. Each episode features in-depth conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs and destination experts who are shaping the future of travel.
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How Awayward is Making International Travel Safer
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The Second Life of Sonder: Reimagining an Iconic Travel Brand
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Company Spotlight: Turning Travelers Stories Into Assets with Pineary
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TRAVELZOO BEST BETS: WHERE TO GO IN 2026 SERIES
Welcome to our exclusive series in collaboration with Travelzoo. Our special 10-part series with Travelzoo spotlights the destinations and cultural moments shaping Travelzoo’s Best Bets for 2026. Recorded with local experts, storytellers, and destination leaders, each episode uncovers why these places matter now.
Listen to our latest episode now.
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Travelzoo Best Bets: Where to Go in 2026 with Susan Catto
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Travel Trends Podcast Host:
Dan Christian
Our host, Dan Christian is a highly respected travel industry executive & entrepreneur. Following the pandemic he wanted to create a new travel podcast that told the stories of travel’s return through the experiences of his outstanding travel colleagues, partners, and key industry leaders that are shaping the future of travel.
“Dan’s authentic, curious, and flowy style creates space for powerful conversations that truly enlighten and connect.”
—Jake Haupert, Co-Founder, Transformational Travel Council