The travel industry is changing faster than ever — and 2026 will be a turning point.

Over the past 23 years, more than 70% of Steve Glenn’s travel industry predictions have come true. Now, he’s unveiling 60 bold predictions about where travel is headed next.

In Part 1 of this 4-part video podcast series, Steve shares the first 15 predictions that will reshape how we travel, book trips, and experience the world in 2026.

In this episode, we cover:

✈️ Why AI will quietly replace most travel customer service
🏨 How hotels will unbundle everything except the bed
💸 Why dynamic pricing will feel like surge pricing everywhere
🎟️ How airline loyalty programs will reward spending more than flying
🧳 Why checking luggage may become a costly mistake
🚗 Why private drivers will replace rental cars internationally
👥 The rise of smaller, more personal, curated travel experiences
🧭 Why travel advisors are making a major comeback

These predictions aren’t hype — they’re based on decades of real-world experience helping travelers navigate disruption, complexity, and rising costs.

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📌 Share with anyone planning travel in 2026 and beyond

👉 Part 2 of this series arrives next week.

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