EPISODE · Jul 7, 2026 · 22 MIN
Deep Dive | Summer 2026 - The State of Global Travel
from Travel Hero Podcast · host TravelHeroPodcasts
Travel demand remains resilient, but geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and the rapid rise of AI are reshaping the industry faster than ever. In this episode, Dirk Rogl is joined by Olivier Ponti (Amadeus), Carlos Cendra Cruz (The Data Appeal Company) and Mitra Sorrells (Phocuswright) to discuss the current state of global travel. Who are the winners and losers of Summer 2026? How is AI changing traveller behaviour? Which trends are underestimated? And what should travel leader be watching on the road to ITB Berlin 2027?
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Travel demand remains resilient, but geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and the rapid rise of AI are reshaping the industry faster than ever. In this episode, Dirk Rogl is joined by Olivier Ponti (Amadeus), Carlos Cendra Cruz (The Data Appeal Company) and Mitra Sorrells (Phocuswright) to discuss the current state of global travel. Who are the winners and losers of Summer 2026? How is AI changing traveller behaviour? Which trends are underestimated? And what should travel leader be watching on the road to ITB Berlin 2027?
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