Why regenerative tourism is the future of hospitality

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In this episode of Hotel Moment, host Karen Stephens sits down with Aradhana Khowala, CEO of Aptamind Partners and a visionary leader transforming tourism across 85 countries. Aradhana delivers bold insights that challenge everything we think we know about sustainable hospitality — from why she calls current AI "lipstick on legacy" to her vision for tourism as the world's best agent of peace.

With over two decades advising presidents, prime ministers, and global CEOs, Aradhana doesn't hold back in her assessment of where the industry stands today. She explains why regenerative tourism goes far beyond sustainability, requiring businesses to give back more than they take while building thriving communities and ecosystems.

This conversation tackles the geopolitical challenges facing tourism today, the $800 billion transformation happening in The Middle East, and why the industry desperately needs coordinated global leadership during crises.

What You'll Learn:
The difference between sustainable and regenerative tourism
Why most travel AI is "incrementalism" rather than true innovation
How geopolitical conflicts impact the entire tourism value chain
The future of AI-driven personalized travel experiences
Leadership strategies for women breaking barriers in hospitality
Why tourism is a catalyst for global peace and understanding
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
03:03 - Career journey and inspiration
05:14 - What is regenerative tourism?
08:28 - AI and the innovation drought in travel
14:18 - Navigating geopolitical challenges and soft bookings
22:55 - The Middle East's luxury development boom
25:41 - Leadership advice for women in hospitality
27:23 - Closing thoughts

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