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Travel Tales with Mike SiegelSarah Dandashy - new audioIt's been nearly a full decade since we chatted with Sarah Dandashy of AskAConcierge.tv and she's been busy: leaving her day job, appearing on TV, creating content for multiple brands, Ted Talk, and much more.
2026-01-221h 16
Spiritual Fitness with Eric Bigger190: How Travel Sharpens Intuition And Builds An Abundance Mindset | Sarah DandashyAn abundance mindset grows when you trust your intuition and choose experiences that expand you. Eric Bigger and travel expert Sarah Dandashy share how meaningful travel sharpens clarity, deepens presence, and opens you to more in life.About The Guest:Sarah Dandashy is a TV travel expert, best-selling author, and TED keynote speaker with over 18 years in hospitality. She’s the founder of Ask A Concierge, author of Hospitality From Within, and a trusted voice on major networks and leading publications, sharing insights on travel, service, and meaningful experiences.Whether you're a travel en...
2025-12-3144 min
The Future of HospitalityLife, Travel, and the Human Connection with Sarah DandashyLife, travel, and human connection shape us long before we put words to them.In this episode, Cesar Wurm sits down with Sarah Dandashy for an open, unscripted conversation about the moments, cultures, and experiences that influence how we connect with others, in hospitality and in life. From growing up between worlds to creating unforgettable guest experiences, this conversation explores presence, perspective, creativity, and the human habits behind lasting guest loyalty.Sarah Dandashy is a luxury hospitality and travel media personality and founder of Ask a Concierge; TEDx speaker, best-selling author, TV and...
2025-12-2353 min
Good Morning HospitalityHopper Heads to Capital One, Apple & Delta Tracking, CitizenM’s Big LoanOn this episode of GMH Hotels, Wil Slickers and Sarah Dandashy are joined by guest-host Dennis Schaal, Founding Editor at Skift, for an exclusive 10-minute segment on the newly announced deal: Capital One’s planned acquisition of Hopper. They’ll dive into the implications for hotel tech, travel finance, and how key engineering and hotel talent will shift with the deal.
Then, Sarah and Wil break down two other major developments reshaping hospitality: First, the partnership between Apple and Delta Air Lines to extend bag-tracking and item-location services across travel, offering new guest-experience opportunities.
Next, they...
2025-11-2645 min
Check-In with BryanInside Luxury Hospitality & Travel Trends w/ Sarah DandashyWe’re officially kicking off a brand-new season of Check-In with Bryan — and we couldn’t start with anyone better than global concierge, travel expert, and best-selling author Sarah Dandashy.Sarah is one of the most recognizable voices in luxury hospitality today. She’s worked with iconic properties like The London West Hollywood, Four Seasons Washington DC, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, and L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, and she was named Best Young Concierge by Les Clefs d’Or. She’s also a Georgetown School of Foreign Service grad, a TEDx speaker, a best-selling author, and a worldwide travel expert...
2025-11-2142 minGood Morning HospitalityLoyalty Reset, Talent Crunch, Travel AI & That Outrageous Travel StoryOn this episode of GMH, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk break down a lineup of stories shaping the hotel and travel landscape. 🎙️
They start with Hilton’s major loyalty overhaul, a new top-tier status, and lowered thresholds that could reshape how travelers climb the elite ladder.
They then look at how both Hilton and Marriott International are responding to the hotel industry’s ongoing talent crisis as brands compete for workers in a tightening labor market.
Sarah and Steve also explore how the U.S. is prioritizing visa appointments ahead of the World Cup, a mo...
2025-11-1933 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Accor’s Luxury Bet, AI Kitchens, Expedia’s B2B Power & GroundedThis week on GMH Hotels, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore four stories that capture the shifting landscape of hospitality and travel.
They begin with Accor’s newest luxury soft brand, created to attract independent hotel owners seeking the reach of a global chain while maintaining local character.
Next, they look at how hotels are turning to AI tools and smaller-plate strategies to cut food waste and reduce emissions — proving that sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand.
Sarah and Steve then dive into Expedia Group’s growing B2B momentum as its co...
2025-11-1233 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Shutdown Impact, Marriott’s 2026 Outlook & Soil Carbon CreditsThis week on GMH Hotels, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk are joined by Skift Airlines Reporter, Meghna Maharishi, to kick off the show with updates on how the government shutdown has impacted the airline industry and what ripple effects it’s had on Marriott’s business performance.
After Meghna’s segment, Sarah and Steve dive into Marriott International’s 2026 outlook, unpacking the company’s plans for new credit card partnerships, expected gains from the World Cup, and continued strength in the luxury segment.
They also discuss the latest corporate layoffs at American Airlines and explore how hotels...
2025-11-0538 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Bar-First Hotels, Domestic First Class & the New Playbook for Hotel GrowthIn this episode of GMH Hotels, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk tackle the latest strategic moves re-shaping travel and hospitality. We start with how Death & Co. is disrupting hotel design by introducing a bar-first hotel brand that fuses nightlife and stay experiences.
Next, we examine why airlines are moving to premium, with JetBlue announcing a domestic first-class cabin in 2026 and what that signals for hospitality brands in guest segmentation and experience.
Then, we dive into how Mews is acquiring an AI firm to simplify hotel data usage and streamline operations.
We also review...
2025-10-2932 min
It's Personal Stories, A Hospitality PodcastSarah Dandashy, Ask A Concierge, interviewed by Rachel HumphreySarah shares why she trusts her instincts when it comes to evaluating risks and the impact her preparation and practice have on her public speaking. She discusses the importance of the outdoors and physical activity on her overall performance and why curiosity is important. She talks about how developing human connections can help you feel more at ease in any environment, how she tackles moments of self-doubt, and what she'd tell her younger self.
2025-10-1431 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Hilton Adds 25th Brand, Numa Expands, & Longevity Travel RisesThis week on GMH Hotels, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk cover a packed lineup shaping the global hotel landscape. Hilton unveils its 25th brand, Outset Collection, aimed at boutique conversions, while Numa introduces a premium lodging brand redefining urban stays across Europe.
They also discuss softer-than-expected U.S. RevPAR, rising sick calls among air traffic controllers, and a growing trend known as “Longevity Travel” — where wellness meets wanderlust.
From operations and brand strategy to the future of health-focused hospitality, Sarah and Steve unpack what these shifts mean for hoteliers, investors, and travelers heading into 2026.
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2025-10-0833 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Adventure Lodging, Clean-Fuel Debates & Experience PlatformsSarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore how travel and hospitality are adapting to shifting demands.
From Marriott International’s new outdoor-focused soft brand to Viking’s warning about cruise fuels, the conversation spans sustainability, policy challenges like a possible U.S. government shutdown, Eurostar’s push for fairness against airlines, and Booking.com’s move into attractions.
The episode unpacks what these shifts mean for hotels navigating an evolving travel landscape!
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2025-10-0136 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Ruby’s US Debut, Airline Cuts, and OTA Worker BacklashOn this episode of GMH Hotels, Sarah Dandashy is joined by guest-host Katie Cline to unpack a pivotal week in travel and hospitality.
Spirit Airlines prepares to furlough 1,800 flight attendants, raising questions about service, labor relations, and the ripple effects across the travel sector.
Agoda faces growing backlash over its job cuts and controversial employee clauses, highlighting tensions between cost control and workplace trust.
IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces Ruby Hotels to the U.S. market with a focus on compact urban properties, a move that could reshape competition in city centers.
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2025-09-2439 minGood Morning HospitalityLive from Skift Global Forum!Join Sarah Dandashy and Katie Cline as they discuss what's happening at Skift Global Forum and the greater travel industry! Please forgive any audio issues, as we had some wifi signal issues during this broadcast.
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2025-09-1826 min
Leaving the PackEpisode 8: Sarah Dandashy, Luxury Travel and Hospitality ExpertIn this inspiring episode of Leaving the Pack, I sit down with my very first Georgetown University roommate, Sarah Dandashy—a luxury travel and hospitality expert turned TV personality, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and award-winning influencer.
Sarah is the author of Hospitality From Within and the co-host of the Good Morning, Hospitality podcast. She was recently honored on the cover of Global Hospitality magazine and named the #2 Hospitality Influencer by the International Hospitality Institute. But before all of that, she was just a college student navigating life alongside me.
In this candid conversation, Sarah shares her remarkable journey—how she left t...
2025-09-181h 32Good Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Accor Goes Vegas, OTAs Drop $5B, and Visas Get TougherThis week on GMH Hotels, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk break down the latest shifts shaping travel.
U.S. visa rules are tightening, creating longer waits and higher costs for applicants. YOTEL names a new CEO from Marriott International as it eyes bold growth. Accor makes a high-stakes entry into Las Vegas with Treasure Island Hotel & Casino, potentially its largest property worldwide. JetBlue rolls out a new platform to cut emissions and boost fuel efficiency. And OTAs ramp up marketing spend to $5 billion in Q2, betting big on social media and AI.
From regulations and...
2025-09-1035 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Copenhagen’s Eco Push, Hotels Struggle, Visa ShiftOn GMH Hotels this week, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk start with Copenhagen’s CopenPay program that rewards visitors for traveling sustainably and is quickly becoming a model for more than 100 other cities worldwide.
They then turn to a new J.D. Power report showing declining guest satisfaction at third-party managed hotels, with frustrations growing over food quality, cleanliness, and upkeep. In the luxury space, India-based TBO.COM Tek is acquiring Classic Vacations in a $125 million deal that combines tech-driven distribution with the reach of U.S. luxury travel advisors.
Finally, new U.S. visa ru...
2025-09-0432 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Hyatt Lifestyle Loyalty, Hilton Refresh & Airport Gold SquadThis week on GMH Hotels, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk unpack some of the biggest moves in travel and hospitality. Hyatt expands its loyalty program into lifestyle perks, while Hilton reimagines its 106-year-old flagship brand for a new generation of guests.
In Las Vegas, a closed Strip hotel is auctioning off iconic memorabilia, raising questions about preservation and reinvention in hospitality. The crew also covers Ryanair’s return to major OTAs, Hertz’s furry new “Gold Squad” delighting airport travelers, and the controversy swirling around Southwest Airlines’s new plus-size seating policy.
With industry shake-ups across air...
2025-08-2829 min
The Skift Travel PodcastGood Morning Hospitality: Marriott Flat, Inclusive Hiring & TSA Shake-UpsWhile Seth Borko and Sarah Kopit are taking a short summer break, we’re sharing another episode from our show, Good Morning Hospitality. If you caught the first crossover episode earlier this month, you heard from the Monday short-term rental crew.
Today, we’re featuring the Wednesday hotel crew—Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk—who cover hotels, travel, airlines, and the broader shifts shaping the hospitality industry. The episode you're hearing today was broadcast on August 8th, 2025.
In this episode, they break down Marriott Hotels’ flat Q2 performance, a dip in U.S. hotel occupancy, and highlight ne...
2025-08-2138 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Renewable Resorts, Loyalty Shifts & Luxury VoyagesThis week on Good Morning Hospitality, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk dive into the latest trends shaping hotels and travel.
They explore how a luxury property running entirely on renewable energy could set a new standard for eco-conscious hospitality, Hyatt’s sharpened focus on luxury and asset-light growth, and the mounting challenges — and creative fixes — for declining hotel loyalty program value.
On the travel side, the hosts look at Seabourn Cruise Line’s launch of high-end Arctic and Antarctic expedition cruises and practical strategies for passengers to secure extra space on flights without paying full business...
2025-08-1336 minGood Morning HospitalityGMH Hotels: Marriott Flat, Inclusive Hiring & TSA Shake-UpsThis week on Good Morning Hospitality Hotels, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk break down Marriott Hotels’s flat Q2 performance and a dip in U.S. hotel occupancy, plus they spotlight new inclusive hiring initiatives where hotels are employing individuals with intellectual disabilities.
On the travel side, they unpack TSA’s potential rollback of the 3.4-ounce liquid rule, Delta Air Lines’s refusal to use AI for customer targeting, and a controversial U.S. visa bond proposal. Tune in for this insightful episode exploring how the hospitality industry is evolving operationally, socially, and technologically.
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2025-08-0637 min
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Secret to Making Someone Feel Special (TEDx Talk Deep Dive) - Sarah DandashyIn this episode, Sarah Dandashy, an award-winning concierge and thought leader in travel and hospitality, shares insights from her TEDx talk, "The Secret to Making Someone Feel Special," and discusses the importance of genuine connection.Watch Sarah's TEDx talk: The Secret to Making Someone Feel SpecialSee our other episode with Sarah: Mastering Media: How I Became An In-Demand Travel & Hospitality Expert For TV, Newspapers & Social MediaWatch Sarah's series with Anthony Melchiorri and Curator Hotel & Resort Collection on YouTubeMore: Visit Sarah's websiteLearn more about Sarah's book, Hospitality From W...
2025-02-1622 min
The Modern Hotelier#132: Sarah Dandashy on the LA Wildfires and the Impact on Hospitality & Travel IndustryIn this special edition of The Modern Hotelier, we focus on one of the most significant events impacting the hospitality industry this month—the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.Joining us is Sarah Dandashy, an industry expert and longtime LA resident, who shares her firsthand experience of the fires, the resilience of the community, and how hospitality businesses stepped up in a time of crisis.Hosts Steve Carran and David Millili discuss the broader impact of the fires on tourism, hotel occupancy, and the travel industry, drawing parallels to past crises like 9/11 and the Maui wi...
2025-01-3020 min
Your Limitless Life45. Leveraging the Power of PR as a Creator by Sarah DandashyAre you a content creator looking to grow and scale your business in new ways? Well, today we're unlocking the power of PR—public relations—to build and expand your brand as a content creator. Whether you're just starting or looking to elevate your influence, we'll explore how strategic PR can amplify your reach, connect you with the right audiences, and establish you as a leader in your niche. Get ready to turn your content into a business powerhouse! Guest links: Sarah Dandashy: @askaconcierge Website: https://askaconcierge.tv/ Podcast...
2024-10-1658 min
Check-In with BryanLive at the Reliance Hospitality Professionals Event 2024 with Heather Fields, Forrest Tyson, and special guest Sarah DandashyIn this special live event episode of Check-In with Bryan and Jeremy, the hosts bring together an expert panel featuring Heather Fields, VP of Commercial Strategy at Reliance Hospitality, Forrest Tyson, the AGM of The Cambry Hotel in Phoenix, and special guest Sarah Dandashy. Sarah delivers an insightful master class on improving guest relations, offering valuable takeaways for industry professionals. Following the panel discussion, the event opens up for an interactive Q&A session with the audience, diving deeper into key strategies for enhancing guest experiences in the modern travel and hospitality landscape.Explore more at: https...
2024-09-301h 08
The Joy of Cruising PodcastSarah Dandashy, Ask A ConciergeSend a textThis week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am delighted to welcome Sarah Dandashy, Ask A Concierge. From time-to-time I have been fortunate enough to host a travel icon who—though they have experienced bucket list cruises—they transcend cruising. These individuals are so influential in travel that I want them to share their story and perspectives, with the listeners. At the same time, of course, many of us cruise enthusiasts would love to sail virtually on some of Sarah’s wonderful voyages. Sarah is recognized as one of t...
2024-09-1951 min
The Covert CodeExceeding Customer Expectations W/ Sarah Dandashy | The Covert Code | EP 27This week on The Covert Code Podcast, join us as we explore the critical topic of “Meeting and Exceeding Customer Expectations” with Sarah Dandashy, a renowned TV travel expert, best-selling author, and hospitality veteran with over 18 years of industry experience. Sarah, who built the widely recognized brand "Ask A Concierge," shares her journey from luxury hotel concierge to social media influencer with over 250,000 followers. In this episode, you'll discover actionable insights and proven strategies to elevate your customer service, enhance brand loyalty, and exceed expectations in any industry. Whether you’re in hospitality, retail, or any customer-facing business, this episode is pac...
2024-08-3030 min
Check-In with BryanIn Cabo with Chef's Javier Ornelas and Adrian Cerecero, and GM Gustavo Martínez (featuring guest host Sarah Dandashy)Join us in this weeks special joint Cabo episode! We take you through the full experience of getting to discuss the amazing property of Hotel El Gonzo with GM Gustavo Martinez, and then have guest host Sarah Dandashy join Jeremy with the head chefs of the one of a kind story and space of Crania, a burning man inspired open-air venue/restaurant. More details on the discussions below -Part 1:Bryan and Jeremy invite guest Gustavo Martinez (GM of Hotel El Ganzo) to discuss the one and only Hotel El Ganzo and what makes it unique...
2024-08-051h 10
Check-In with BryanIn Cabo with hospitality profesional, Sarah DandashyBryan and Jeremy invite guest Sarah Dandashy to discuss her experience as one of world's most reputable concierge, the hospitality climate to come post-covid, and how to elevate guest’s experience at our inaugural destination trip in Los Cabos at Hotel El Ganzo.Explore more at:https://destinationsbyreliance.com/check-in-podcast/
2024-07-081h 01
License to Chill: The Margaritaville PodcastMastering Cruise Travel with Sarah Dandashy (@AskAConcierge)Sarah Dandashy returns to License to Chill to chat with Ryan and Patrick about cruise travel - specifically cruise travel as it relates to the brand new Margaritaville At Sea Islander. Book your stay today athttp://margaritavilleatsea.com
2024-05-0643 min
Destination Marketing PodcastThe Secret Behind Great Hospitality with Sarah DandashyIn this episode, Adam invites travel expert, author and podcast host Sarah Dandashy to share her insights on the hospitality industry. Sarah talks about her experiences working in travel and tourism and explains why having great people is crucial for providing excellent hospitality to visitors. Adam and Sarah also discuss her role in West Hollywood's podcast and why creating meaningful content is critical for destinations.
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2024-04-0941 min
Conversations With Bill PanoffExclusive Interview With Sarah Dandashy: AKA Ask A ConciergeJoin us for a special YouTube Live event with Sarah Dandashy, the creator of "Ask A Concierge"! Get ready to learn all about her amazing travels and adventures, as well as her tips for luxury travel. Don't miss this chance to chat with Sarah and ask her all your burning questions!
2024-03-2832 min
The Creators PodcastFrom Concierge to Content Creator: Sarah Dandashy’s West Hollywood JourneyFor something a little different, we turn the spotlight on ourselves and chat with our very own host, Sarah Dandashy. Sarah worked as an award-winning concierge in West Hollywood for many years before joining the show. She created a social media brand called Ask A Concierge, sharing travel advice as a local to now guiding travelers on their journeys around the world. “Concierge,” as she says, “are the original travel influencers.” In this episode, she shares her journey from an award-winning concierge to becoming a trusted voice in travel.
As someone who has been so plugged into the West Hollywood scene an...
2024-03-2116 min
Breakfast ClubJanuary 24, 2024 - Sarah Dandashy & Tamara DekkerJanuary 24, 2024 - Sarah Dandashy & Tamara Dekker
2024-03-0806 min
Improv for the PodcastImprov for the Podcast #69: Sarah DandashyIn this week's episode of Improv for the Podcast host Michael Lee Evans sits down with author and travel expert Sarah Dandashy to discuss Laffy Taffy, Ren Faires, airport jewelry tips, and of course learn how she IMPROV-ed her life.
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2024-02-221h 52
Cyrus Webb's tracksTravel Expert Sarah Dandashy and Margaritaville's Tamara Baldanza-Dekker talk #wintertravel ~ @askaconcierge @margaritavilleHost Cyrus Webb welcomes Travel Expert Sarah Dandashy and Margaritaville's Tamara Baldanza-Dekker to Conversations LIVE to discuss travel trends for winter season and why Margaritaville destinations should be on your list. www.margaritaville.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cyrus-webbs-tracks--1422267/support.
2024-01-2507 min
The Hospitality MentorSarah Dandashy | Award-Winning Concierge, Travel Personality, & Hospitality Expert
In this episode, Steve is joined by Sarah Dandashy, a seasoned hospitality expert, best-selling author and travel personality. Sarah discusses her career evolution, starting as a hostess to becoming a renowned concierge at luxury hotels and eventually launching her own successful social media platform 'Ask a Concierge'. Sarah shares what she learned from being a concierge, how she began building her online presence, her invaluable advice about exploring different roles, the importance of staying engaged, and the potential to create one's own opportunities in the changing digital landscape. Don’t forget to check out Good Morning Hospitality - S...
2024-01-2358 min
No Vacancy Live!FNA 123: World's Best Concierge Sarah Dandashy Makes World Class MistakeOur friend Sarah Dandashy has amnesia. No other explanation as to why she's returning to FNA to celebrate the end of the week by having some drinks and laughs with Glenn, Craig andf Producer Dave.
2024-01-131h 10
Service LoveSarah Dandashy - Travel and Hospitality Expert & Best Selling Author "Hospitality From Within"Sarah Dandashy is a Travel and Hospitality Expert, and Best Selling Author of "Hospitality From Within" With over 18 years of luxury hotel experience, Sarah is proud to have worked at some of the top hotels in the country--from The Peninsula, Four Seasons, Fairmont Hotels, and The London West Hollywood. For 15 of those years, Sarah was a hotel concierge and part of the prestigious organization Les Clefs d'Or International. In 2015, she earned a special award from the organization created to help foster future generations of concierge, the title equivalent of "Best Young Concierge" in the world. ...
2023-12-2140 minThe Hospitality MentorThe Latest in Hotels with William "Chip" Rogers of AHLA
In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk, we are excited to have William "Chip" Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, as our special guest. Chip will share his thoughts on the current state of the hotel/hospitality industry and discuss some of the latest legislation in LA and NJ.Additionally, he will be talking about the federal joint employer rule. Don't miss this informative episode, where we will delve into some of the most pressing issues facing the hospitality industry today. Tune in and join the conversation!F...
2023-11-3033 min
NewbergEpisode 37 with @askaconcierge "Sarah Dandashy"I met Sarah 14 years ago in LA when we did a sketch show together. Since she has created a travel biz that's a smash and authored a book. I am over the moon proud of her and hope you enjoy the chat and check her out.
2023-10-2435 minThe Hospitality MentorHotels Housing Homeless, What a Government Shutdown Means for Travel, & More!
They're back with a jam packed episode! 💥☕️Sarah & Steve come back with more insights and stats around what a government shutdown could look like for the travel industry, how cities like LA are looking at hotels for potential homeless housing and many industry leaders are fighting this idea while others seem to be in support, and of course... hoteliers and vacation rental managers collide more with Hyatt's new venture with Homes & Hideaways.Get your coffee ready as this episode is going to have a lot of conversation and thoughts as these are some big industry topics...
2023-10-0434 minThe Hospitality MentorVegas Hackers, NYC Tourist Woes, & Travel Spending Increases
Another beautiful Wednesday morning episode with our Hotel Crew, Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk, as they cover a round of topics just for you, our loyal listeners!This episode is brought to you by our friends at sojo! Want to win a FREE Happy Hour for your housekeeping team? Get your sample kit and you will automatically be entered into our giveaway!Tune in as Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk highlight these stories, share their opinions and dive in deeper to the topics you all want to hear more about! This show is structured to cover...
2023-09-2734 minThe Hospitality MentorDeep Dive Into Hospitality Analytics with Jan Freitag
Mr. Jan D. Freitag is the National Director, Hospitality Analytics, for the CoStar Group. He moved there from STR which was acquired in October 2019 by CoStar Group.This week, our Hotel Crew has Jan Freitag joining the podcast again to discuss a line of data, occupancy, and hotel/travel impact in the current environmentTune in as Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk highlight these stories, share their opinions and dive in deeper to the topics you all want to hear more about! This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality...
2023-09-2034 min
Hospitality Daily PodcastMastering Media: How I Became An In-Demand Travel & Hospitality Expert For TV, Newspapers & Social Media - Sarah DandashyHow can you tell stories and create content that gets you attention and media coverage? In this episode, you'll learn from someone who has cracked the code on this to earn hundreds of thousands of social media followers and is an in-demand guest expert on shows such as the Kelly Clarkson Show and GoodDay LA and networks from ABC to CBS to NBC and has been featured everywhere from The New York Times to Readers Digest.Sarah Dandashy started her hospitality career as a concierge - work that she ended up winning an award for...
2023-09-1530 minThe Hospitality MentorIncreased EV Offerings, High Hotel Rates, & the Rise of the Six Figure Vacation
Hilton & Tesla create the largest overnight electric vehicle charging network, hotel rates continue to increase and travelers wonder if there will ever be anymore good hotel deals or if those are a thing of the past, and ultra-rich travelers are focusing on vacation experiences of $100k or more!Tune in as Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk highlight these stories, share their opinions and dive in deeper to the topics you all want to hear more about! This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Wednesday morning 7am...
2023-09-1331 minThe Hospitality MentorGlamping, Hiring on the Rise, Adults-Only Sections on Planes
The dynamic duo is back again for their second episode together on Good Morning Hospitality and they've got an exciting line up of topics for this week's Hotel Edition of the show! This week: glamping, hiring is on the rise, and adults-only section on airplanes.Steve Turk & Sarah Dandashy are prepared for a wide range discussion with some special segments around their favorite hospitality stories they've recently experienced! This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Wednesday morning 7am PST/10am EST so make sure you tune...
2023-09-0633 minThe Hospitality MentorWhat Hoteliers Are Talking About Today
Join the debut episode of our Hotel Crew taking over the Good Morning Hospitality Podcast!Steve Turk & Sarah Dandashy are prepared for a wide range discussion with some special segments around their favorite hospitality stories they've recently experienced! This show is structured to cover industry news within all of travel/hospitality and is recorded live every Wednesday morning 7am PST/10am EST so make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation, LIVE!Follow Steve Turk on LinkedInFollow Sarah Dandashy on...
2023-08-3133 min
Business Travel 360Don't Go Unless | My Oh My, Dubai with Sarah DandashySend a textIn this episode we will hear from Sarah Dandashy who is a verified travel expert, best-selling author, and TV personality with over 18 years of luxury hotel experience. Inspiring over 225+k on social, she delivers travel tips, advice, and knowledge of trends from the “frontlines of travel," Sarah pivoted her career from being an award-winning concierge to traveling the globe working with some of the leading brands in the travel industry.Sarah is the author of the # 1 Best Selling Book, Hospitality From Within. Follow her on social media under her brand, "Ask A Co...
2023-07-1551 minLicense to Chill: The Margaritaville PodcastTravel Hacks and Tips with Sarah Dandashy (@AskAConcierge)This week on License to Chill, Patrick and Ryan chat with travel expert, Sarah Dandashy.
2023-05-221h 01
The Accommodation Show - Hospitality Success Series!How to win a customer for life with Sarah DandashyHow do we make a guest's experience, exceptional?
As business owners, we put a lot of thought into making our guests’ experience the absolute best possible. We may think that think that we are doing everything we can do. But sometimes it’s worth taking a step back and asking ourselves, what really defines a guest experience, and how do we make it even better?
The truth is, an exceptional experience can make or break a stay or a loyal customer for life. Today’s traveler is deal-seeking, tech-savvy, has more buying power than e...
2022-08-0840 min
Good Morning HospitalityNavigating the Current Travel Landscape with Sarah DandashyWe're back and well caffeinated with our friend and special guest, Sarah Dandashy! We're going to cover everything from current funding rounds, acquisitions, and of course the frightening challenges that we all might face this summer with random/last minute flight cancelations and ridiculous prices!Brought to you by our coffee sponsor, Biscayne Coffee! Use code Good Morning to get 10% off! Now wake up with us this Monday!----Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM production.This show is str...
2022-06-2038 min
Hospitality Podcast by Torres ConsultingEp. 112 Sarah Dandashy | Ask a Concierge |Travel Expert | Media Personality | Best selling author | Podcast HostEp. 112 Sarah Dandashy | Ask a Concierge |Travel Expert | Media Personality | Best selling author | Podcast Host
Sarah started her career as a concierge in her early twenties, and since then she has been helping create experiences and unforgettable moments for countless customers and friends.
During the interview, we talk about:
-The four milestones of her career
-Why concierges are still needed vs tech
-Main current challenges for hoteliers and how to overcome them
-Current talent shortage scenario
-How to provide top service
-And as always, a tip for the youngsters!
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2022-06-1521 min
The Higher Self with Danny Morel044 Sarah Dandashy - Travel As a Spiritual Experience and Opportunity For GrowthIn this episode, Sarah shares the valuable lessons she has learned from her travels to numerous countries, each providing their own teaching. She reminds us of humans inherent desire to deeply connect with each other, regardless of where we live, what language we speak, or what our political and religious beliefs are. At the end of the day, we are are all human beings having a spiritual experience.
The experience of connecting with our Higher Self is expanded when we visit other parts of the world, and she reminds us to not remain stuck in our comfort zone. Let's use...
2022-06-0929 minThe Higher Self with Danny Morel044 Sarah Dandashy - Travel As a Spiritual Experience and Opportunity For GrowthIn this episode, Sarah shares the valuable lessons she has learned from her travels to numerous countries, each providing their own teaching. She reminds us of humans inherent desire to deeply connect with each other, regardless of where we live, what language we speak, or what our political and religious beliefs are. At the end of the day, we are are all human beings having a spiritual experience.
The experience of connecting with our Higher Self is expanded when we visit other parts of the world, and she reminds us to not remain stuck in our comfort zone. Let's use...
2022-06-0929 minThe Modern Hotelier#4: A Life of Hospitality | with Sarah DandashyHow can you provide a better guest experience? What does it take to be an award winning concierge? And what is groove theory??Sarah Dandashy joins the show to share her expertise. Sarah was an award winning concierge, but now as a content creator travel expert and hospitality, author and consultant. Sarah has worked in some of the best hotels in the country, including The Peninsula, Four Seasons and Fairmont hotels and was the head concierge at London west Hollywood.Sarah has grown Ask a Concierge from a vlog to a...
2022-05-0354 min![[CLIC] Connect](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/3093554/3093554-1645813558934-fcdd6ab32f7e.jpg)
[CLIC] Connect[CLIC] Connect with our Friend & Guest Ms. Sarah Dandashy of Ask A Concierge....[CLIC] is the only Hotel Conference that focuses on the California Hotel Market and [CLIC] Connect is our interview show. Joining us today is the one and only Ms. Sarah Dandashy a Travel Expert + Content Creator + Hospitality Author to mention a few.... We are talk about Sarah's new book, Travel, Hotels and so much more..... Please tour our website at cliconference.com. Thank you Sarah it is always a pleasure having you on [CLIC] Connect. Smash that bell and follow us right here on YouTube on the California Lodging Investment Conference Channel. You can also find the video conversation...
2022-03-3117 min
Get Great Guest ReviewsHospitality From Within with Author Sarah DandashySarah Dandashy is the hospitality industry’s Golden Girl, so smart, funny, exceptionally hard-working, elegant, relentlessly kind and helpful, and full of love for our industry. It is no wonder that her new book is titled, Hospitality From Within, and is filled with heartfelt and unpretentious wit and wisdom that our industry really needs to hear right now. I had the great honor of interviewing Sarah as one of my earliest guests in January of 2021 for last year’s season of the show, which was formerly called Hospitality Reputation Marketing, the podcast. Sarah recently released Hospitality from With...
2022-03-2326 min
The Burn Podcast by Ben NewmanSarah Dandashy, Travel Expert and Author, creator of @askaconcierge“The #1 way to empower ourselves and other people is through knowledge, so that’s what I did!”-Sarah Dandashy, @AskAConcierge This week on #theburnpodcast I’m fired up to be sitting down with concierge, travel expert, and fellow Punch’d Energy family, Sarah Dandashy!Sarah doubled down on providing value and knowledge to the world during the pandemic and has become one of the worlds leading experts on travel and everything related to the hospitality industry.She’s been featured in the New York Times, the Kelly Clarkson Show, and continues to make regular T...
2022-01-2821 min
Say Yes To TravelThanksgiving Travel Finally Sees a Rebound, Only 3% Behind 2019 LevelsWhile travel is ramping up this year compared to 2021’s holiday season, it is doing so to a much greater extent than anyone had anticipated. Host Sarah Dandashy from Marketscale’s podcast Say Yes to Travel shared, “AAA projects that more than 53.4 million people with travel this Thanksgiving.” Surprisingly, she added that “This is just 3 percent shy of pre-pandemic levels.”If you are planning on traveling this Thanksgiving, Dandashy noted that the best time to leave and return home is before 11 AM on Friday or Saturday and before 12 PM on Sunday. These tend to be the best times to avo...
2021-11-2505 min
Checking In with Anthony & Glenn429: A Real Dandashy of a ShowGlenn and Anthony are joined by the incredible Sarah Dandashy on to share news on here first ever book, Hospitality From Within.
2021-11-191h 03
No Vacancy Live!541: A Real Dandashy of a ShowGlenn and Anthony are joined by the incredible Sarah Dandashy on to share news on here first ever book, Hospitality From Within.
2021-11-191h 04
Hospitality Live with RupeshShow #115 - Win Sarah's New Book + Learn 7 Pillars of HospitalityShow #115 - Win Sarah's New Book + Learn 7 Pillars of Hospitalityfeaturing Sarah Dandashy, Author + Travel & Hospitality Expert• Discover 7 important pillars of hospitality• Find out Sarah's Magic Mindset• Get the latest news with Sarah's Hospitality MinuteWatch Live or Replay - - LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/dGjmDgB6 - YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dJuKpmK5 - Facebook: https://lnkd.in/drhZXn34 - Spotify: https://anchor.fm/rupeshco - Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/dWkKDznZ
2021-11-1046 min
Defining HospitalityConcierges Are The Original Influencers - Sarah Dandashy - Episode #008How do you stay positive when you’re emotionally drained?Sarah Dandashy of AskAConcierge likes to remember that every guest interaction is a chance to be a part of someone’s positive memory. Listen to this week’s episode as she shares #hospitality insights with Dan Ryan today! Check out some takeaways from this episode below:Though she first found success on Instagram, Sarah finds LinkedIn is a powerful way to grow her network. It’s not just a great way to connect with others in #hospitality and #travel, it’s a platform th...
2021-09-2259 min
Hospitality Live with RupeshShow #101 - Live from AAHOACON 21Show #101 - Live from AAHOA CON 21Featuring Sarah Dandashy & Glenn HaussmanI'm giving away $500 LIVE from AAHOA Convention with Glenn Haussman & Sarah DandashyThank you so much to youtip for helping me sponsor - "Your Most Memorable Tipping Story" contest!Show starts live Wednesday, August 4th at 9:30am ESTComment where you're watching from!💙 Rupeshhashtag#hotels hashtag#hospitality hashtag#hoteliers hashtag#hotelsandresorts hashtag#conventions hashtag#hotelsandmotels hashtag#ahho...
2021-08-0439 min
Stay In The BigSarah DandashyHotelier, Award Winning Concierge, Travel Personality, TV host, Podcaster and so much more. Tune in as Sarah gives some insights on to her life as a Travel Expert.
2021-08-0330 min
The Wise Pineapple - Juicy TidbitsTWP - Juicy Tidbits with Sarah DandashyToday's Guest Star is Sarah Dandashy; she is a Travel Expert and Award-Winning Concierge with over 18 years of luxury hotel experience! With the handle Ask A Concierge, she inspires over 128k followers with her Travel content creation and Travel Trends TV segments! She was recognized as the Best Young Concierge in the World 2015 by Les Clefs d'Or.
Sarah's juicy tidbits of energy and inspiration are all about:
Having Genuine & Authentic Engagement
The Art of Listening (and Reading a Guest)
Making It Personal
Anticipating Needs
2021-07-1932 min
Slick Talk: The Hospitality PodcastSarah Dandashy: The Best Traits of A Great ConciergeSarah Dandashy is recognized as one of the leading concierges in the world. People seek her out for her travel tips, advice, and knowledge of trends from the “frontlines of travel.”
Award-winning, she was named “Best Young Concierge” by Les Clefs d’Or International, making her the Miss Universe equivalent of the concierge profession.
She has worked at some of the most prestigious hotels, including The London West Hollywood, Four Seasons Washington DC, L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, and The Peninsula Beverly Hills.
Mentioned in this episode:
Ask A Concierge Website
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2021-03-2444 minHospitality Live with RupeshShow #61 - The 5-Star Mindset featuring Sarah DandashyThe 5-Star Mindset featuring Sarah Dandashy Show #61 • Learn how to take your hotel's service to the next level • Discover multiple ways to offer exceptional guest service • Get 5-star secrets for any type of property BONUS - Sarah will be sharing this week's hospitality and travel news Thanks for watching! Rupesh--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rupeshco/support
2021-03-1357 min
Say Yes To TravelTouchless Travel: Have Our Travel Behaviors Changed Permanently?Driven by consumer desires for new experiences, innovative technologies and environmental impacts – travel is changing. Host Sarah Dandashy explores the technologies and logistics that power travel and the brands that build unforgettable experiences.While most suitcases didn’t make it out of the closet in 2020, there’s optimism at the next stop in the travel industry. With more insights on travel’s challenges and opportunities, Say Yes to Travels’ Sarah Dandashy sits down with Zeke Adkins, Co-Founder of Luggage Forward. Luggage Forward is a doorstep to destination service for baggage that eliminates the need to check bags.Adkins...
2021-02-0427 min
Hospitality Reputation Marketing: Get Great ReviewsSarah Dandashy, Ask a Concierge and Author of Hospitality From Within on; Get Great ReviewsSarah Dandashy, Ask a Concierge and Author of Hospitality From Within
Sarah Dandashy of Ask a Concierge is a very busy woman. Sarah is the host of the podcast Say Yes to Travel, a very inspiring series called Unscripted. Sarah also produces a segment called Hospitality Minute, a regular feature on Hospitality Live with Rupesh Patel with whom she also partners for a Social Media Bootcamp.
Soon, Sarah’s tens of thousands of followers will be able to enjoy Sarah’s first book, Hospitality From Within.
During this c...
2021-01-0829 min
How To ShareEp. 34: Top travel trends of 2021, with Sarah Dandashy.In our kick off to 2021 and season 3, Sarah Dandashy joins the show to dissect the top travel trends of 2021. How will the travel industry begin to rebound? What steps are being taken to ensure the travel industry's recovery? From flexible cancellation policies to hotel lobbies as COVID testing facilities, one thing is certain: our industry will recover stronger—and more tuned into travelers' mindsets—than ever before.
2021-01-0538 min
What's Next with Eric WoodEp 62 - Travel Like a Pro Safely with Sarah DandashySarah Dandashy is an award-winning concierge, travel content creator, and hospitality consultant. On the show today, she informs us on how and where to travel safely to in 2021.
You will love hearing her story of living all over the world and will be inspired to venture into new experiences yourself. Sarah also gives great insight on building a brand, something she has done with her brand - Ask A Concierge® - during her time of being furloughed.
For more info on our show sponsors:
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2020-12-2144 min
What's Next with Eric WoodEpisode 62 - Sarah DandashySarah Dandashy is an award-winning concierge, travel content creator, and hospitality consultant. On the show today, she informs us on how and where to travel safely to in 2021. You will love hearing her story of living all over the world and will be inspired to venture into new experiences yourself. Sarah also gives great insight on building a brand, something she has done with her brand - Ask A Concierge® - during her time of being furloughed. For more info on our show sponsors: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdc...
2020-12-2144 min
Be My GuestBe My Guest Episode 2: Sarah DandashyWe talk to Sarah Danadshy from askaconcierge.tv about how she stays positive after COVID cost her her full-time job and have a severe impact on the business she has been developing for 8 years.
2020-11-2548 min![[CLIC] Connect](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded/3093554/3093554-1645813557376-39c666dd6d329.jpg)
[CLIC] ConnectSarah Dandashy Ask A ConciergeJoining the conversation today on the [CLIC] Podcast is Ms Sarah Dandashy of Ask A Concierge. Sarah is an award-winning Concierge, Travel Exppert, Consultant and Content Creator with more than 200 travel videos covering all the best there is to eat, see and do in Los Angeles and globally.... With a following of over 180,000 and garnered over a half million views. We are talking about Hotels, Travel, Tourism, Content and more.... Sharh will also be joining me on [CLIC] Connect very soon..... What a pleasure it was to have Sarah on todays episode....
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2020-10-2629 min
HospitalityMDThe World's Best Concierge with Sarah Dandashy from @AskaconciergeHello and welcome to another episode of the Hospitality, M.D. podcast! This week, we get the pleasure of speaking with Sarah Dandashy from Ask a Concierge. Tune in as we learn about Sarah's background in hospitality and how to manage the guest experience during these turbulent times!
You can find Sarah at www.askaconcierge.tv
Sarah is also featured weekly on Rupesh Patel's LinkedIn Live show with her special segment "Hospitality Minute" on Wednesday's at 930am ET.
You can also find Sarah on her own amazing podcast: "Say Yes to Travel" Go g...
2020-10-1345 min
From The Hart Podcast - Presented by Orange Kiwi Consulting and Crisp ImagingYour Concierge to the World - Sarah DandashySarah Dandashy is an award-winning concierge and travel expert. In 2015 she won "Best Young Concierge in the World," making her the Miss Universe equivalent of the concierge industry! More than a travel influencer, her many years of working in hotels make her a verified travel expert. People seek her out for her travel tips, advice, and knowledge of trends from the “frontlines of travel.” She has produced over 200 travel videos covering all the best there is to eat, see, and do in Los Angeles and around the world!Sarah has appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and is a...
2020-08-1059 min
LifeHacksLA - Hacking the Best of Los Angeles56. Hacking LA Day Trips with Sarah Dandashy From AskAConcierge.tv56. One of the best things about living in Los Angeles is being able to take advantage of the close proximity to so many other amazing cities nearby. In this interview, our special guest is travel expert Sarah Dandashy from 'Ask A Concierge' who shares her favorite hacks on taking day and weekend trips from LA.
She also lets us in on some cool tips for utilizing hotel services to the fullest from her long career as an award-winning concierge.
You can find out more about Sarah and Ask A Concierge by following her Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askaconcierge/ or...
2020-07-2246 min
Get Out of Your Own Way NOW!How To Use Instagram To Grow Your Brand & Get PaidLearn and explore things from today’s guest Sarah Dandashy as she tells her story and shares her strategies over the years as an expert in travel and someone who's mastered Instagram. Sarah Dandashy is an award-winning concierge and travel expert. More than a travel influencer, her many years of working in hotels make her a verified travel expert. People seek her out for her travel tips, advice, and knowledge of trends from the “frontlines of travel.” She has produced over 200 travel videos covering all the best there is to eat, see, and do in Los Angel...
2020-06-2356 min
Her DriveSarah Dandashy - Ask a ConciergeTravel along with Sarah Dandashy of Ask a Concierge as we walk through her journey from college student to a concierge at luxury hotel properties to becoming one of the most well-respected female travel influencers and content creators. Sarah's love of travel and passion for film creation merged perfectly when she was given the assignment to create a vlog during a writing course and the rest is history. Press play to learn more about Sarah's passionate journey!
2020-05-0652 min
The Smart Woman ShowAsking A Concierge How To Manage Expectations with Sarah DandashyHey smart women and welcome to our sweet 16th episode! Joining us today we have the amazing award-winning concierge, host and creator of Ask A Concierge, and travel & lifestyle curator, Sarah Dandashy! Being a smart woman, Sarah opens up about her concierge history and shares her number one advice on how she shifted her experience. Sarah and Tara get vulnerable as they talk about keeping energy levels high with long work hours, and how the dating world for entrepreneurs is a task in itself. Listen until the end to hear a special sales technique Sarah has for you smart...
2020-04-2930 min
Travel With MeaningEp 41: Sarah DandashySarah Dandashy is recognized as one of the leading concierges in the world. People seek her out for her travel tips, advice, and knowledge of trends from the "frontlines of travel." Award-winning, she was named "Best Young Concierge" by Les Clefs d'Or International, making her the Miss Universe equivalent of the concierge profession. She has worked at some of the most prestigious hotels, including The London West Hollywood, Four Seasons Washington DC, L'Ermitage Beverly Hills, and The Peninsula Beverly Hills. A graduate of Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, Sarah has lived in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia...
2020-04-2054 min
Take Me To CoffeeCovid Conversations: Travel & Content with Sarah DandashyHere at #TM2C, we love when a guest is willing to really dig in and road map how they built their career, even if the beginnings were humble. Sarah Dandashy, aka AskAConcierge, built her Instagram following to 100k brick by brick, video by video, and she has so many great tips for all of us building our own followings and marrying our passions. We also end the episode with our #CoronoaQuestion: What does Sarah see next for the Travel Industry?
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Why have just one mentor when you can have the whole internet? #TM2CPodcast is for anyon...
2020-03-311h 01Say Yes To TravelSpring Break Travel in 2020Spring break season is here. Say Yes to Travel’s expert host Sarah Dandashy shared what trends to expect for spring break 2020 as well as a few tips for enjoying spring break as a working adult.Despite a climate of political and health-related fear globally, air travel rates are currently up for 2020. Dandashy said “people still want to escape winter into warm getaways.” Listing popular warm-weather destinations, Dandashy noted international locations like Mexico, The Bahamas, and Jamaica are favored this year.“How much we see whether it’s in film or TV, it actually affects where we want to...
2020-03-0508 min
Say Yes To TravelSpring Break Travel in 2020Spring break season is here. Say Yes to Travel’s expert host Sarah Dandashy shared what trends to expect for spring break 2020 as well as a few tips for enjoying spring break as a working adult.Despite a climate of political and health-related fear globally, air travel rates are currently up for 2020. Dandashy said “people still want to escape winter into warm getaways.” Listing popular warm-weather destinations, Dandashy noted international locations like Mexico, The Bahamas, and Jamaica are favored this year.“How much we see whether it’s in film or TV, it actually affects where we want to...
2020-03-0508 min
MarketScale RadioSpring Break Travel in 2020: Say Yes To TravelSpring break season is here. Say Yes to Travel’s expert host Sarah Dandashy shared what trends to expect for spring break 2020 as well as a few tips for enjoying spring break as a working adult.Despite a climate of political and health-related fear globally, air travel rates are currently up for 2020. Dandashy said “people still want to escape winter into warm getaways.” Listing popular warm-weather destinations, Dandashy noted international locations like Mexico, The Bahamas, and Jamaica are favored this year.“How much we see whether it’s in film or TV, it actually affects where we want to tr...
2020-03-0508 minSay Yes To TravelRedefining Luxury TravelFor those looking for a luxury travel experience, what has changed over the past 5 to 10 years? Say Yes to Travel’s host and expert, Sarah Dandashy weighed in on what’s changed with luxury travel, and why the changes excite her.“When thinking about luxury, especially luxury hospitality, a lot has changed,” said Dandashy. “It has changed immensely. And I think for the better. People are now looking for different things out of luxury travel.”As to what specific things people are looking for, Dandashy mentioned the experiences people seek out are now geared towards meaning and uniquen...
2020-02-2713 minSay Yes To TravelRedefining Luxury TravelFor those looking for a luxury travel experience, what has changed over the past 5 to 10 years? Say Yes to Travel’s host and expert, Sarah Dandashy weighed in on what’s changed with luxury travel, and why the changes excite her.“When thinking about luxury, especially luxury hospitality, a lot has changed,” said Dandashy. “It has changed immensely. And I think for the better. People are now looking for different things out of luxury travel.”As to what specific things people are looking for, Dandashy mentioned the experiences people seek out are now geared towards meaning and uniquen...
2020-02-2713 min
MarketScale RadioRedefining Luxury Travel: Say Yes To TravelFor those looking for a luxury travel experience, what has changed over the past 5-to10 years? Say Yes to Travel’s host and expert, Sarah Dandashy weighed in on what’s changed with luxury travel, and why the changes excite her. “When thinking about luxury, especially luxury hospitality, a lot has changed,” said Dandashy. “It has changed immensely. And I think for the better. People are now looking for different things out of luxury travel.” As to what specific things people are looking for, Dandashy mentioned the experiences people seek out are now geared towards meaning and un...
2020-02-2613 minSay Yes To TravelThe Rise of MicrocationsIn this episode of Say Yes to Travel, Sarah Dandashy, Hospitality Concierge extraordinaire, discusses the rise of the ‘micro-cation’. A micro-cation is a term coined by Allianz Travel Insurance, and is defined as a leisure trip lasting fewer than 5 nights.For over a decade, Allianz has compiled their Vacation Confidence Index, surveying travelers on their vacation plans and spending while monitoring consumer perspectives on emerging travel trends. The trends and statistics that surfaced for 2019 were quite surprising:57% of Americans did not take a leisure trip longer than four nights in 2019.In fact, 72% of the Millennial, 69% of the Gen-X...
2020-02-2009 minSay Yes To TravelThe Rise of MicrocationsIn this episode of Say Yes to Travel, Sarah Dandashy, Hospitality Concierge extraordinaire, discusses the rise of the ‘micro-cation’. A micro-cation is a term coined by Allianz Travel Insurance, and is defined as a leisure trip lasting fewer than 5 nights.For over a decade, Allianz has compiled their Vacation Confidence Index, surveying travelers on their vacation plans and spending while monitoring consumer perspectives on emerging travel trends. The trends and statistics that surfaced for 2019 were quite surprising:57% of Americans did not take a leisure trip longer than four nights in 2019.In fact, 72% of the Millennial, 69% of the Gen-X...
2020-02-2009 min
On Air with Russell of HotelsMs. Sarah DandashyWhat a great show today with Ms. Sarah Dandashy! Sarah is an Award-Winning Concierge who knows LA like the back of her hand. She discusses how she began her career as a Concierge and how she gained over 60,000 followers on Instagram. Is she an Influencer? What exactly does it take to be a great Concierge? Tune in and check it out!
2019-10-0800 min
MarketScale RadioMarketScale Podcast Panel: How Are Digital Communities Transforming Business?This is a MarketScale Podcast Panel, where we bring on key thought leaders from some of the fastest growing markets to participate in a Socratic seminar-style discussion, breaking down a timely topic for tangible insight.
How are digital & online communities shaping the way businesses not only thrive, but enter their industry? How can social media platforms drive branding initiatives, cultivate consumer insights, and spur important financial decisions? What do consumers look for in their online communities? On our first MarketScale Podcast Panel, we set our sights on answering these hard-hitting questions for two specific industries-- Hospitality and Food & Beverage. With...
2018-10-0240 min