Brand USA Talks Travel
This podcast elevates the conversation concerning international travel to the United States by speaking with leaders in the travel industry. Subscribe to hear key answers to timely questions every week. Brand USA is the nation’s destination marketing organization. We work closely with more than 900 partner organizations to invite the world to explore the exceptional, diverse, and virtually limitless travel experiences and destinations available in the United States of America.
Latest episodes
Dec 1, 2021 • 6min
Kyle Edmiston, CEO Lake Charles/S.W. Louisiana CVB about Brand USA’s proposition for DMOs
We speak with Kyle Edmiston, President/CEO at Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Bureau. Kyle is just stepping down as Brand USA Board Chair, so he’s in the unique position of running a local Destination Marketing Organization and having an insider’s perspective on Brand USA. We talk about why DMOs partner with Brand USA; the opening of the United States; and why everyone should visit Louisiana.
Nov 24, 2021 • 5min
Update on International Travel with Jackie Ennis
In episode three, we speak with Jackie Ennis, Brand USA’s Vice President, Global Markets. Our conversation covers what the International Travel Trade is saying about the opening of U.S. borders to tourists; an explanation of the new international pavilion in the Global Marketplace website; and what bookings are already indicating about what tourists want to experience on their upcoming visit.
Nov 16, 2021 • 5min
Remembering Arne Sorenson
In episode two of Brand USA’s Talks Travel podcast, we continue our conversation with Chris Thompson as he fondly remembers Arne Sorenson, the late President/CEO of Marriott International. Chris attended Arne’s recent memorial service and was extremely moved by the experience.
Nov 8, 2021 • 5min
The USA Opens for Tourism
This is Brand USA Talks Travel, Episode 1, with special guest Chris Thompson, our President and CEO. Our topic: the USA is open for international travel once more.Mark's questions for Chris are timestamped below.0:29 - As you speak with leaders in the travel industry, what are you hearing about the opening?0:59 - Tell us about the [reopening] event in New York.1:22 - All the travel sources that I read seem to indicate that travelers are feeling a high propensity to book, but at the same time, can be confused about the messaging surrounding health concerns. How do we begin to mitigate that?3:00 - In thirty seconds or so, can you tell us about how Brand USA's partners can participate in the effort?3:36 - I know that you attended Arne Sorenson's memorial service this past week. Would you mind sharing a little bit about the service?Brand USA Talks Travel is a new podcast about international travel. Subscribe to be notified as we release new episodes.
