This week, I first discuss the latest trending news in the travel industry, including the extreme heat wave impacting travel, new theme park updates, and much more. 

Later, I'm joined by Mike Coletta, Manager, Research and Innovation at Phocuswright. Coletta shares insights into the innovations shaking up the travel industry, including how ChatGPT and AI are impacting travel planning. He also gives a surprise answer on what he thinks is the biggest innovation in travel so far this century. 

The discussion on innovations in travel begins just after the 13-minute mark. 

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