In this episode, Rafat Ali and Colin Nagy sit down with Geetika Agrawal, Founder and CEO of Vacation With An Artisit (VAWAA), for a conversation on the evolving role of souvenirs in the modern travel economy. 

As awareness of the impact travel can have on the environment grows, travelers are increasingly looking for ways to adopt more sustainable practices, and there is an emerging interest in finding alternative ways to commemorate trips without relying on physical mementos.

Listen as they delve into the increasing trend of people choosing meaningful experiences over physical possessions, the benefits of backing local artisans, and the significance of storytelling as a form of souvenir.

In this episode, Colin Nagy sits down with renowned hotelier Liz Lambert for a candid conversation around creating unparalleled guest experiences.

With an illustrious career as a hotelier, designer, and innovator, Liz has left an indelible mark on the hospitality landscape whilst creating some of the most intriguing lifestyle hotels in the United States. 

Join us as we explore Liz’s philosophies around creating a sense of place, the importance of community in hospitality, the innovations transforming the construction landscape, and what we can expect for the future of hospitality.

Join travel industry thought leaders Rafat Ali and Colin Nagy on the new Skift Ideas podcast. On the Skift Ideas podcast we will immerse listeners in discussions regarding the latest innovations within the industry, focussing on the key topics of design, marketing, sustainability, experience and so much more. 

This first episode looks at the current state of creativity and innovation within the travel industry, and what ideas are already transforming the way we look at travel.

As Skift continues on its mission to celebrate the groundbreaking creative projects and build the industry's go-to resource for the campaigns, designs, and ideas taking the industry to the next level, we are excited to launch the Skift Ideas Podcast. 

Launching 15 June, the Skift Ideas Podcast will be a vibrant bi-weekly discussion with the thinkers, craftspeople and operators that are moving the travel and hospitality industries forward. 

Leading the conversation will be industry thought leaders Rafat Ali and Colin Nagy, who along with special guests, will elevate the conversation around experience and creativity in the industry and discuss what it means to be truly innovative.