Podcast: Tripadvisor CEO on Selling Just The Right Tours And Activities

Skift Podcast

Compelling discussions with travel industry leaders and creatives who are helping to shape the future of travel.

In the closing interview for Skift Forum Asia, Tripadvisor CEO Steve Kaufer argued that his company and its Viator brand are in the “pole position” because of the company’s vast content and international reach in tours and activities. Kaufer is interviewed here by Skift Executive Editor Dennis Schaal.

Cruises

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Travel Technology

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Online Travel

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Tourism

Iran War Drives Middle East Tourism Slump — and a Global Demand Shift

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Rashaad Jorden | 5 days ago

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