Holger Jacobs, Editor of FVW Magazine in Germany, reports on trends in travel. In this episode, Holger covers many topics including pricing, lift, and where Germans would like to visit.

Learn how destinations can develop and strengthen relationships with top tour operators & media from the U.K. and Europe. Brand USA’s Director, Marketing Operations & Special Projects, Alexis Adelson also talks about the new CEO Summit and Media Forum at Brand USA Travel Week. We’re just five months away!

Plus, advice on hiring and fostering an open and inclusive working environment from Donald Richardson, Chief Financial & Diversity, and Inclusion officer at Brand USA.

We get a perspective from Robin Searle, Managing Editor of Travel Weekly, U.K. Robin also offers advice on how destinations should pitch stories to trade and consumer travel journalists.

Liz Bittner, CEO of Travel South, the largest regional alliance in the United States, addresses collaboration between states, return on investment, and inspiring international travelers to come to the USA.

Also: Do you speak British? Take the quiz with Amanda and hear wise words concerning work / life balance in the travel industry. Amanda is founder & partner MMGY HillsBalfour & President MMGY TMC.

Adam Burke, CEO of the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, on events for international tourists, plus Oscar predictions.

There is vital work ahead to put the U.S. travel and tourism industry back on track, restore livelihoods, and bring the world back together through the power of travel. Brand USA Senior Vice President of Public Affairs Aaron Wodin-Schwartz details how the emergency funding included in the 2022 omnibus spending bill will accelerate the return of international visitors and quicken the industry’s recovery.

We’re celebrating International Women’s Day with Alice Norsworthy, President, Global Marketing, Universal Parks & Resorts. It’s a great quick listen for those interested in growing their career, from one of America’s top marketers.

How important is tourism to Oregon's economy? What’s the importance of international visitation? These and other fascinating highlights in five minutes.