Travel Insights Pod

Clay Coomer

Uncovering and bringing to light interesting travel facts to help (all of us) navigate the world with more knowledge, purpose, and awareness.

  1. Winter Down Under: Where Aussies are Travelling to Escape the Cold

    07/14/2025

    Winter Down Under: Where Aussies are Travelling to Escape the Cold

    The winter travel szn in Australia began in June and goes until around August with millions of Aussies leaving home to escape the colder temperatures. In this episode of the Travel Insights pod, we're exploring must-know Aussie travel trends and how it differs compared to last year. ... And there are MANY differences, to say the least. After listening, check out this summary article to learn more →

    14 min
  2. Must-Know Travel Insurance Trends as of June 2025

    06/19/2025

    Must-Know Travel Insurance Trends as of June 2025

    We're halfway through 2025 and the way travelers are buying trip protection continues to evolve and change in unexpected ways. In this episode, we're covering all the must-know travel insurance trends to position you most favorably to capitalize on these shifts in consumer buying behavior. For a more in-depth review of this episode and to download a free report, head over to battleface.com using the link below. Travel Insurance Trends Mid-Way Through 2025 →

    17 min
  3. Building a Better Future for Travel: Tourism Cares CEO Greg Takehara on Impact and Collaboration

    06/11/2025

    Building a Better Future for Travel: Tourism Cares CEO Greg Takehara on Impact and Collaboration

    In this episode of the Travel Insights Podcast, Clay Coomer sits down with Greg Takehara, the CEO of Tourism Cares, to discuss the evolving landscape of travel, sustainability, and community impact. Greg brings a wealth of travel experience, having spent nearly 24 years in the travel insurance industry with companies like Aon Affinity and Trip Mate, before devoting the last six years to nonprofit work focused on using tourism as a force for good.

    53 min
  4. What do UK travellers have planned for upcoming summer holidays?

    06/02/2025

    What do UK travellers have planned for upcoming summer holidays?

    The sun is (hopefully) shining, the suitcases are packed, and UK travelers are embarking on their 2025 summer adventures. In the latest episode of the Travel Insights Podcast, host and travel industry expert Clay Coomer — digs into rich data and industry research to analyze key summer travel trends in the UK this year. From the rising appeal of domestic destinations like Wales to new buzzwords such as “noctourism” and the ever-growing role of technology, this season’s travel story is dynamic, diverse, and deeply data-driven. For more in-depth details this podcast, ⁠click here →

    32 min
  5. Growth from Unexpected Places (And How You, Too Can Take Advantage)

    05/13/2025

    Growth from Unexpected Places (And How You, Too Can Take Advantage)

    Is it time to tap into an alternative strategy to generate revenue? We may have a solution. A recent discovery was made analyzing data for one specific policy, and upon review, we learned its performing 152% to plan and growing at a rate of 52% compared to 2024. And its no ordinary policy. It was purchased by travellers from 97 countries, economically priced at $75 USD per insured. Tune in to our latest insights podcast to find out where this growth is coming from, and how you could take advantage of this growing segment of the market. Or, learn more on battleface.com →

    19 min
  6. POV: Travel Insurance Needs a Revolution

    04/29/2025

    POV: Travel Insurance Needs a Revolution

    When Paul Revere road his horse from Charlestown to Concord in 1775 warning colonists and militiamen of the approaching force of the British army, collective action was taken to conceal arms for the impending revolution. This was a defining moment in America's history for a years long war for independence. All that said, we're at an inflection point in the world of travel insurance in 2025 in need of a revolution of our own to change the narrative around an historically slow-to-act and slow-to-change industry. This podcast is 100% unscripted and comes with a raw and unique POV, not just the state of travel insurance, but what needs to be done and what action must be taken to evolve and do better for travelers. Within this 36-minute podcast, we're covering things like: The need for more product relevance for embedded experiencesMapping the post-purchase customer experience, key areas of focus, and the behind the scenes complexitiesA stark reminder of current economic conditions and keeping this frontal lobe for navigating travel demand fluctuations For more details this podcast, click here →

    36 min
  7. Travel Industry PSA: Brace Yourself for Fluctuations in Demand

    04/18/2025

    Travel Industry PSA: Brace Yourself for Fluctuations in Demand

    Here's what we know for certain as of April 2025: TSA throughput has slowed and is down YoY in March and through half of AprilInternational arrivals to the US are down YoY by more than 695,000 travelersConsumer confidence in the economy has plunged to a 12-year low We can't ignore the signs that the travel industry is in for a bumpy road ahead. Travel businesses must start preparing for demand fluctuations. In this episode of the Travel Insights Podcast, we're going to cover preparation tactics and much more. For more details this podcast, ⁠click here →⁠

    14 min
  8. Summer Travel Trends: Must-Know Insights in Under 15-Minutes

    04/09/2025

    Summer Travel Trends: Must-Know Insights in Under 15-Minutes

    The busiest time of the year for travel is just around the corner. Here are a few key details from battleface policyholder data we know as of April 2025: US travelers are opting for less expensive trips closer to homeOn average, spending for travel protection plans is down YoYTravel medical and baggage protection benefits surge in popularity Summer trips, on paper (literally), look a lot different compared to last year. Tune in to this latest episode to get the full scope. For more details this podcast, ⁠⁠click here →

    16 min
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Uncovering and bringing to light interesting travel facts to help (all of us) navigate the world with more knowledge, purpose, and awareness.

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  • Creator
    Clay Coomer
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Clay Coomer
  • Show Website
    Travel Insights Pod