GMH Hotels: Hotel Distribution Shifts, Travel Insights, & Apple's AirTag Boost

In this episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk discuss key hospitality and travel trends shaping the industry. They explore how direct bookings are projected to lead hotel distribution by 2030, reducing reliance on OTAs and reshaping the market.

They dive into hotel CEOs’ focus on the middle class and demographic shifts as key drivers for future growth.

The team also highlights Apple's latest AirTag update, enhancing lost luggage tracking by allowing travelers to share location data with airlines. Plus, they share a surprising TikTok travel hack and discuss its real-world implications.

Tune in for these insights and more, along with personal stories and reflections from the hospitality world.

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