Travel tech is evolving at lightning speed - reshaping how the world moves, books, and experiences journeys. In this episode, we sit down with Karen Bolda, Chief Product and Technology Officer for Private Label Solutions, Expedia Group’s B2B division, to explore the cutting-edge innovations driving the future of global travel from behind the scenes.

Karen takes us behind the scenes of Expedia Group's massive B2B operation – a side of the business many travelers never see but that powers over 70,000 businesses and 160,000 travel advisors worldwide. From her unique journey starting as a software developer to leading technology strategy for one of travel's biggest players, Karen offers rare insights into how Expedia is integrating AI throughout its ecosystem.

In this episode of the Travel Trends Podcast, we've gathered three all-stars from the Tours and Activities world to share the key trends that are shaping our industry as we prepare for the summer travel season of 2024 and beyond. Our discussion begins with Stephen Joyce, Vice President of Content at Arival, who deepens our understanding with his extensive knowledge of social media strategies, content creation, and his insightful perspective on the tours sector.