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Building Resilient Destinations in a Post-Pandemic World
24:30
DESTINATION MANAGEMENT

Building Resilient Destinations in a Post-Pandemic World

Zurab Pololikashvili discusses how destinations worldwide are reimagining tourism governance, community engagement, and long-term resilience.

Zurab Pololikashvili
Zurab PololikashviliSecretary-General, UN Tourism
May 12, 2026
The Path to Net-Positive Tourism: Lessons from Global Leaders
28:45
SUSTAINABILITY

The Path to Net-Positive Tourism: Lessons from Global Leaders

Dr. Taleb Rifai reflects on decades of tourism diplomacy and the urgent shift from sustainability rhetoric to measurable regenerative impact.

Dr. Taleb Rifai
Dr. Taleb RifaiFormer Secretary-General, UNWTO
May 7, 2026
AI, Personalization, and the Future of Travel Experiences
29:10
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

AI, Personalization, and the Future of Travel Experiences

Prof. James Chen explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping hospitality operations, guest experiences, and destination marketing.

Prof. James Chen
Prof. James ChenMIT Sloan School of Management
May 15, 2026
Tourism Policy for a Regenerative Future: A Global Perspective
31:45
POLICY & GOVERNANCE

Tourism Policy for a Regenerative Future: A Global Perspective

Dr. Maria Lopez examines how governments and international bodies are crafting policy frameworks for tourism's next chapter.

Dr. Maria Lopez
Dr. Maria LopezOxford University
May 10, 2026
Wellness as a Driver of Destination Competitiveness
35:20
WELLNESS TOURISM

Wellness as a Driver of Destination Competitiveness

Dr. Elena Rodriguez on how wellness tourism is evolving from a niche segment to a core pillar of destination strategy worldwide.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez
Dr. Elena RodriguezSustainability Expert
May 20, 2026

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