Jules Perowne's Unpacked

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Unpacked is an insider’s look at the forces shaping travel, hospitality, and global culture cutting through the noise with sharp analysis, bold opinions, and exclusive industry insights. Created by Jules Perowne and the experts at Perowne International, this is your unfiltered guide to what’s hot, what’s not, and what’s next in luxury travel.

  1. 3D AGO

    Jules Perowne's Unpacked - Season 2 Ep 6 – Unpacked’s Best Bits 2025

    It’s a wrap for this season as Unpacked breaks up for Christmas. Light the fire, pour a glass and join Jules Perowne as she reprises some of the wit and wisdom of our remarkable guests during 2025.  From recreating London’s legendary Simpson’s on the Strand, to rewilding 200,000 acres in Scotland, to celebrating the World’s greatest city (spoilers: it’s London), to LATAM’s soaring growth and AI’s scary/brilliant/game changing effect on the luxury travel sector.  All this and a good old fashioned rant or two.  Huge thanks to our guests in 2025 – here’s where you’ll find them:     00.38: Luxury Travel Jules Perowne at ILTM, Cannes   11.36: Restaurants Jeremy King, restaurateur  Maria Shollenbarger, HTSI Travel Editor, FT   18.48 : Wildland  Fran Kellett, sustainable travel expert Joe Dunn, Director of Built Development & Ruth Kramer, Interior Designer, Wildland   25.36: London Paula Fitzherbert, Global Head of Communications, Maybourne (Claridge's, The Connaught, and The Berkeley)  Annie Fitzsimmons, National Geographic author and travel expert.   31.00: LATAM & Mexico Mary Holland, New York correspondent, Monocle, and regular contributor to the FT and Condé Nast Traveler. Javier Arredondo, Vice President of Sustainability at Virtuoso, and media expert.    43.15: AI  Anant Sharma, Founder & CEO, Matter of Form  Chris Hughes, CEO, Navigator

    54 min

  2. JUL 29

    Season 2, Ep.5: The AI Travel Transformation

    The travel industry stands at a fascinating crossroads where artificial intelligence meets wanderlust. With ChatGPT now serving 2.5 billion daily prompts and rapidly approaching Google's search volume, travellers are increasingly turning to AI for everything from Scottish road trip itineraries to hotel recommendations. But as algorithms become our new travel advisors and Google transforms into an AI-powered answer engine, a critical question emerges: what happens to the irreplaceable human touch that makes travel truly magical? In this episode of Unpacked, Jules sits down with Anant Sharma, Founder & CEO of Matter of Form and Chris Hughes, CEO of Navigator, to explore how AI is reshaping the way we dream, book, and experience travel. We ask: what happens when tech meets taste, and where does that leave the magic of human intuition, imperfection, and a truly brilliant travel adviser?

    35 min

  3. JUL 3

    Season 2, Ep.4: Mexico and the rise of Latam - a growing powerhouse?

    Mexico, and Latin & South America more widely, is now a serious player in the global travel landscape.  A land of style, design and art; jungles and snow-capped volcanos; sumptuous cuisine, and with beaches to end all beaches. And with ultra-high net wealth soaring, and 78 million inbound travellers a year, investment in luxury hospitality is surging.   Elsewhere the figures from outbound travellers are equally staggering, with Mexican travellers spending $11 Billion on trips in 2024.  Shooting the breeze with Jules, Unpacked welcomes Mary Holland, the South African-born New York correspondent for Monocle magazine and contributor to the Financial Times, WSJ Magazine and Condé Nast Traveler, whose global perspective perfectly captures this southern hemisphere shift.  And Javier Arredondo, Vice President of Sustainability at Virtuoso and former architect of Latin America's luxury travel media landscape, who brings insider knowledge of how this transformation is reshaping the industry. We’re also pleased to announce the launch of our brand-new Unpacked newsletter. Complementing our podcast, expect dispatches filled with curiosity, candour, and jet-set irreverence. Subscribe via this link: Unpacked Newsletter

    39 min

  4. APR 11

    Season 2, Ep. 3: London – The Greatest City on Earth?

    Five years on from the world-shaping events of the pandemic, London isn't just surviving; it's thriving. Jules sits down with Paula Fitzherbert, Global Head of Communications at Maybourne, whose hotels in the capital include Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley.  And Annie Fitzsimmons, National Geographic Author and Travel Expert. An American with a deep love of London, her knowledge and insights are a match for any top concierge…  From indie shops and comedy clubs; to a Peckham rooftop cinema and a Mayfair chippy; to the simple joy of the Afternoon Tea Bus; and the world’s most unlikely housemates: Handel and Hendrix.  London is a cultural, spiritual and gastronomic feast. If only we knew it…

    37 min

  5. MAR 14

    Season 2, Ep. 2: Conservation, the Community and the Wildland Vision.

    The 220,000-acre Wildland project in the Scottish Highlands is one of the largest conservation projects in Europe.    Its ambitious 200-year vision is centred on allowing nature to heal and thrive, and to rekindle living, working glens.    Hand-in-hand, cottages, bothies and even castles are being artfully restored – and invite you to come and stay.      Fresh from their own adventure there, Jules and sustainable travel expert Fran Kellet were blown away by what they saw. In this latest episode of Unpacked, they’re joined by Joe Dunn, Wildland’s Director of Built Development, and Ruth Kramer, interior designer and creator of Wildland’s ‘Scandi-Scot’ aesthetic.     Discover more at wildland.scot

    33 min

  6. FEB 25

    Jules Perowne’s Unpacked – Season 2, Ep. 1: Where Do Restaurants Go Next?

    Fresh from the Unpacked kitchen, Jules Perowne brings you the restaurateurs’ restaurateur Jeremy King, creator of Le Caprice, The Wolseley, Arlington, The Park – and, coming soon, his relaunch of Simpson’s in the Strand, where the trollies will roll once again.    He’s joined by seasoned writer Maria Shollenbarger, the FT’s HTSI Travel Editor, a discerning voice in global dining and travel, and possessor of one of the world’s most cultured palates.  Together they talk trends, fashionable food allergies, delicious un-Instagrammable specials, and why London is still the culinary capital of the world.

    37 min

  7. 12/23/2024

    Jules Perowne's Unpacked - Ep.8 - Altitude, Attitude & Emotional Intelligence: Travel’s Transformative Era

    Buckle up, the latest instalment of the Unpacked podcast has just landed. In this episode, CEO of Perowne International, Jules Perowne sits down with two industry powerhouses: John Arlidge, aviation expert and senior writer for The Sunday Times, and Simon Casson, CEO of Corinthia Hotels.   Together they dive straight in, unpacking the unstoppable rise of leisure travellers, the unexpected resurgence of long-haul destinations, and delivering an unfiltered insight into how aviation and hospitality are tackling sustainability.  Their conversation also covers: the importance of emotional intelligence in service, the danger of overdevelopment, and the emergence of alternative travel experiences. With insights from both a seasoned travel commentator and a leader in the world of luxury hospitality, our episode offers a compelling glimpse into the future of global travel in 2025 and beyond.   Expect candid ratings of the best carriers, a reality check on supersonic flight prospects, and the inside track on how to make it into the hallowed ‘Group Zero’.

    38 min

  8. 11/27/2024

    Jules Perowne's Unpacked - Ep. 7 Exquisite Events: The Art of the Party

    When the King of Party Planning, Johnny Roxburgh met the Queen of Events, Antoinette Lettieri, fireworks were bound to go off—and they didn’t disappoint. Our latest episode of Unpacked is a laugh-out-loud affair, offering a golden insider’s view into the glamorous (and occasionally chaotic) world of elite party planning.   From high-maintenance clients and wedding day disasters to top tips for hosting unforgettable events (spoiler: it’s all about the guests) and why having a doctor on speed dial is a must, no detail is too big—or too outrageous. Trust us, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.   You can see more of the brilliant work which Johnny and Antoinette do by following them on Instagram: @johnnyroxburghdesigns and @antoinette_lettieri

    26 min
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Unpacked is an insider’s look at the forces shaping travel, hospitality, and global culture cutting through the noise with sharp analysis, bold opinions, and exclusive industry insights. Created by Jules Perowne and the experts at Perowne International, this is your unfiltered guide to what’s hot, what’s not, and what’s next in luxury travel.

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  • Creator
    Jules Perowne
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Jules Perowne's Unpacked
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