Is the Great British seaside back? Chris Webb, MP for Blackpool South, joins us to discuss how his iconic hometown is spearheading a national tourism comeback.

While many see coastal towns through a lens of nostalgia, Chris argues they are the key to unlocking millions in UK growth. In this episode, we explore:

• The Infrastructure Gap: Why broken transport links are the biggest hurdle to local economies.
• Beyond the Weather: Moving away from seasonal reliance through innovative hospitality.
• Devolution & Power: Why local autonomy is essential for coastal regeneration.
• The Blackpool Model: How the UK’s most famous resort could provide a blueprint for seaside towns nationwide.

From personal stories of Blackpool’s "Golden Era" to the hard truths of modern government support, this is a deep dive into the future of UK tourism.

In this episode of The Check-In, Charles Mullany, CEO of Host Genius, discusses the critical transition from viewing property management as a job to recognizing it as a business. He emphasizes the importance of outsourcing, particularly hiring an executive assistant, to reclaim time and focus on growth. The conversation explores the challenges of owner retention, operational scaling, and the necessity of trust in delegation. Charles shares insights on effective strategies for growth, the significance of understanding business identity, and the operational hurdles faced when scaling beyond a certain number of properties.

This week, Leo and Sarah are joined by regular contributor Boris Pavlov to dissect the move that just changed the booking game: Ads have arrived on ChatGPT.

Is this a new goldmine for the OTAs, or the ultimate direct booking shortcut for STR hosts? We dive into the "contextualized intent" driving conversion rates 8x higher than traditional Google ads, and the futuristic reality of guests chatting and booking from directly within the AI interface. If you want to know how to optimize your listings for an LLM-driven world where "niche" is the new "global," this is the episode for you.