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2026 Incentive Travel Trends & "Return on Experience" (ROE) | Episode 13


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What is the future of incentive travel? In this episode, Tina Husemoller, VP of Meetings and Incentives at Fox World Travel, explains why the industry is shifting from Return on Investment (ROI) to Return on Experience (ROE)!

Whether you're a corporate planner or a business leader, learn how to design memorable programs that cater to diverse generational preferences while also prioritizing sustainability and cultural immersion.

 

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00:00 - Meet Tina from Fox World Travel!

02:58 - Top trends in incentive travel for 2026
05:50 - Selecting activities for incentive trips 
08:48 - Travel preferences broken down by generation
11:14 - Trending destinations & hidden gems
14:29 - Engaging travelers before their trip
18:42 - Including culture in incentive trips
20:38 - Rapid Fire Q&A, Listener Questions!
20:43 - Incentive travel logistics & challenges
22:37 - Sustainable incentive travel
24:56 - Budget-friendly incentive trips
25:59 - Getting buy-in for incentive travel programs

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