Welcome to the 100th episode of the Travel Talk Podcast — a milestone moment for The Hotel Guide and host Edward Leos. To mark the occasion, we’re flipping the script: Edward’s wife and associate publisher, Roxann Leos, takes over the mic to interview him about his personal journey through travel, hospitality, and storytelling.For more than 32 years, Edward has been at the center of travel publishing, hospitality marketing, and destination storytelling. In this celebratory episode, he reflects on the lessons learned from curating The Hotel Guide, building a trusted platform for hotels and travelers, and creating 100 episodes of meaningful conversations with hospitality leaders around the globe.Roxann’s questions bring out a more personal side of Edward as he shares:The destination that defied his expectations (and why New York City never gets old)Why Destin, Florida holds a special place in his heart despite mixed reader responseThe secret to curating travel spreads that inspire readers to book trips and make memoriesWhy people and hospitality matter more than buildings or amenities in any destinationHow small touches — like a handwritten note or knowing a guest’s name — create unforgettable experiencesThe travel trend he wishes would disappear foreverHis belief that travel should inspire, inform, and transform every reader of The Hotel GuideA foodie’s take on the best meals around the world (including a few surprising ones)His vision for the future of Travel Talk, including upcoming luxury brand interviews and global resort spotlights*KEY TAKEAWAYS:*Hospitality is about people, not transactions. Relationships build lifelong brand ambassadors.Experiential travel is the future. Post-COVID, travelers crave meaning, not just itineraries.Small touches leave the biggest impact. From bookmarks to champagne greetings, details matter.Food is a love language. Dining creates connection, memory, and storytelling across cultures.Consistency creates growth. 100 episodes of Travel Talk proves the power of showing up weekly.Join us as we toast to the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the next 100 episodes of Travel Talk.👉 Subscribe to the channel for more insider conversations on travel, hotels, and hospitality trends.👉 Visit https://TheHotelGuide.com to explore destinations, hotel features, and exclusive travel content.Video Podcast filmed and produced in the Peachtree Rose Marketing Studios: https://peachtreerosemarketing.com | https://instagram.com/podcaststudiosatx#TravelTalkPodcast, #TheHotelGuide, #HospitalityIndustry, #TravelPodcast, #TravelTalk, #HotelMarketing, #HospitalityTrends, #TravelIndustry, #HotelGuide, #EdwardLeos, #RoxannLeos, #TravelStories, #TravelConversations, #HospitalityLeadership, #HotelInsights, #TravelPodcastEpisodes, #100thEpisode, #TravelTalk100, #HospitalityMatters, #TravelAndTourism, #HotelierLife, #HotelierCommunity, #LuxuryTravel, #DestinationMarketing, #TravelBusiness, #TravelInsights, #TravelPodcastCommunity, #HospitalityMedia, #TravelGuide, #HotelsAndResorts, #LuxuryHotels, #TravelConnoisseur, #HospitalityProfessionals, #HospitalityMarketing, #TravelPublishing, #HospitalityExperience, #CustomerExperience, #TravelFoodies, #GlobalTravel, #WorldTravelers, #TravelCulture, #HospitalityExcellence, #TravelConnections, #TourismBusiness, #HotelBrands, #HotelPodcast, #TravelTips, #HospitalityEvents, #HospitalitySuccess, #TravelAndFood, #TravelLifestyle, #PodcastMilestone, #ContentMarketingForHotels, #HospitalityGuestExperience, #TravelInspiration, #PodcastCommunity, #HospitalityNetwork, #PodcastForHoteliers, #TourismIndustry, #TravelEnthusiasts, #TravelWithMeaning, #HospitalityFuture, #PodcastCelebration
Oct 9 202514 mins