Author: Ana Metz

FutureTravel Summit Speaker: Alexander Limpert, CEO of GuestReady

We’re excited to welcome Alexander Limpert, Co-Founder and CEO of GuestReady, to the FutureTravel Summit 2025. Alexander leads GuestReady, a global property management platform that turns short-term rentals into seamless experiences for both guests and property owners. Since launching in 2016, the company has raised over $20 million, built a team of more than 350 […]

FutureTravel Summit Speaker: Francesco Ciuccarelli, CIO & CTO at Alpitour World

We’re pleased to welcome Francesco Ciuccarelli, Chief Information Officer and Chief Technology Officer at Alpitour World, to the FutureTravel Summit 2025. As CIO and CTO of Italy’s leading integrated travel group, Francesco is responsible for driving the digital evolution of Alpitour World’s entire ecosystem, from tour operating and aviation to hotels and distribution. With over […]

FutureTravel Summit Speaker: Marili ’t Hooft-Bolle, CEO of Trengo

We’re excited to welcome Marili ’t Hooft-Bolle, CEO of Trengo, to the FutureTravel Summit 2025. Marili is a recognised leader in customer engagement innovation, heading the fast-growing, AI-powered communication platform that helps customer service teams thrive. With a career spanning more than 20 years in tech leadership roles, she has scaled companies through Series A, […]

Zara just showed up for travelers

Zara quietly launched Travel Mode: curated city guides plus a “ship-to-hotel” checkout option for travelers. It’s already live in Italy, the UK, and Japan, with Spain, France, and Turkey next. And right in time for peak season. Zara. Yes, the Spanish fashion giant. The retail machine operating in more than 90 countries. Not exactly who […]

Pitch Competition Applications Now Open for the FutureTravel Summit 2025

We’re officially opening the call for startups: the FutureTravel Summit Pitch Competition is back. On October 30th, Barcelona will once again host the FutureTravel Summit: a global gathering of over 450 travel innovators, startup founders, corporate executives, and investors. Set in one of Europe’s most iconic travel hubs, the summit brings together forward-thinking minds shaping […]

Designed for tourists, showing up for locals

What happens when a travel platform partners with the people most affected by tourism? Barcelona’s Las Ramblas needs no introduction. For years, it has symbolized both the success and the strain of European tourism. A postcard-perfect promenade that became overcrowded, overpriced, loud, and, for many locals, unlivable. So when GetYourGuide, one of the world’s largest […]

10 Female Founded Startups to Watch

A sparkle of innovation usually starts with someone asking, What if we did this differently? These 10 female founders and co-founders are doing exactly that. At FutureTravel, we focus on what’s next: the ideas, businesses, and people shaping the industry’s direction. For International Women’s Day, we’re give the spotlight to women whose work deserves attention. […]

Top 100 Women Leaders & Innovators in Travel

Every day, women are making travel better. They lead teams, design strategies, and shape innovation forward. Their work deserves to be seen and celebrated. This list brings together the Top 100 Women Leaders & Innovators in Travel making an impact around the world. It’s not about titles or awards, just the people doing great work […]

5 ways to keep travel costs in check

Managing corporate travel isn’t just about getting from point A to B – it’s about balancing cost efficiency, policy compliance, and traveler satisfaction, all while keeping up with an industry that’s rapidly evolving. Travel budgets are under a microscope, and companies need to make every dollar count. The right tools help manage costs, keep things […]

Trust issues

At FutureTravel, we’re always thinking about how industries (and society) shape the way we travel. And yes, you’ve heard it before: AI is transforming travel. Better photos, more data, endless recommendations. But here’s the catch: When everything looks perfect, how do we know what’s real? Will we be able to recognise the small imperfections and […]

Travel is the new love language

Alright, it’s official: Valentine’s Day isn’t just about chocolates and candlelit dinners anymore. Especially not for travel. People are looking for new ways to mark the occasion: whether it’s a romantic escape, a solo self-care retreat, or a group celebration. And they’re willing to spend. In 2024, searches for Valentine’s travel jumped by 15% compared […]

Japan’s Journey to Redefine Tourism

Japan has always been a land of contrasts, where ancient temples stand next to neon-lit arcades and centuries-old traditions blend with cutting-edge innovation. Today, two powerful forces are shaping its future: a booming tourism sector and a bold revival of its semiconductor industry. It is a unique combination of challenges and opportunities, inviting creativity and […]