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The South East Asia Travel Show

The South East Asia Travel Show
Thailand
Indonesia
Domestic Tourism
Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Jakarta
Astindo
Japan
Vietnam
China
Singapore
Tourism Associations
Airfares
Malaysia
Cambodia
Phare, the Cambodian Circus
Laos
Southeast Asia
Bali
Hajj
Mandalika

The South East Asia Travel Show is hosted by Gary Bowerman and Hannah Pearson. Each week, we discuss the hottest travel talking points in the 10 countries of ASEAN, and the influential travel markets of Asia Pacific and beyond.

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"I was at a tourism conference in Hangzhou in 2018, where Chinese companies showed how they were using AI to personalise travel for users. That's nearly eight years ago." In 2025, AI became a strategic commercial tool in all sectors, including travel... more

So, another year is almost over - but what did we learn in 2025, South East Asia's third full year of travel since the Covid pandemic? This week, Gary and Hannah delve through the archives to take stock of an eventful 12 months for travel and tourism... more

With one month remaining of 2025, airports are getting busy across South East Asia as the year-end travel season swings into gear. And November was another month filled with intriguing talking points to break down. We begin by discussing the long-ter... more

Will Indonesia build a high-speed railway to Bali? Why Is 19 December a vital date in Vietnam? What is the 'Cosmic Turtle'? When will the first passengers touch down at Long Thanh Airport? And will Thailand's "Three Airports High-Speed Train" ever ta... more

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Joao Romao
Associate Professor at Yasuda Women's University in Japan, author of Economic Geography of Tourism
Yasuda Women's University
Episode: The Geopolitics of Travel & Tourism in ASEAN, Asia Pacific & Beyond in the Era of AI
James Clark
Founder of the Future Southeast Asia Newsletter
Future Southeast Asia
Episode: Will Indonesia Build a High-Speed Railway to Bali, What is the 'Cosmic Turtle' & When Will Long Thanh Airport Open?: South East Asia's Top Travel Mega-Projects in 2025 in Review
Bill Barnett
Managing Director of C9 Hotelworks and a globally recognized hospitality and real estate advisor
C9 Hotelworks
Episode: Deconstructing Thailand's Tourism Landscape in a Turbulent Year for South East Asia, with Bill Barnett, C9 Hotelworks
Milos Pelucha
Co-founder of Destinova and advocate for digital nomadism
Destinova
Episode: Rethinking Digital Nomadism & The Future of Borderless Travel, with Milos Pelucha, Destinova
Dr. Nuno Ribeiro
Senior lecturer at RMIT University in Ho Chi Minh City with extensive experience in tourism and hospitality management.
RMIT University
Episode: Vietnam is the Hottest Travel Economy in South East Asia: So What Happens Next?, with Dr Nuno Ribeiro, RMIT University HCMC
Yang Li
Head of Public Affairs, APAC at Booking.com
Booking.com
Episode: OTAs, AI Agents, GenAI Trip-Planning Tools & Sustainability Regulations - What's Next? With Yang Li, Booking.com
Pauline Suharno
President of Astindo, the Indonesian Travel Agents Association and Director of Elok Tour
Astindo
Episode: Indonesia's Inbound, Outbound & Domestic Travel Outlook, with Pauline Suharno, ASTINDO
Stuart McDonald
Founder of Travelfish and experienced travel editor, writer, and trip advisor
Travelfish
Episode: Taking South East Asia's "Less Bad Travel" Pulse, with Stuart McDonald, Travelfish
Garrett Tyler-Parker
Director of Analysis and Insights at Tourism Research Australia
Tourism Research Australia
Episode: The Tourism Outlook Between Australia, South East Asia, China & India, with Garrett Tyler-Parker, Tourism Research Australia

Hosts

Gary Bowerman
Host with extensive experience in travel and tourism discussions, focusing on Southeast Asia.
Hannah Pearson
Co-host bringing insight into travel, tourism and the Asia-Pacific region.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Very informative and interesting

    Gary and Hannah are two very knowledgeable people on travel throughout the SE Asia region.

    I very much enjoy your podcast. Especially with Covid 19 there input has helped me strategize a plan to get back to Thailand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kalaheo808
    United States4 years ago
  • Essential content

    First-time resort developer in the Philippines here, really enjoying your podcast. Essential listening in next year as the world gradually begins to travel again, step by step. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Farmgate
    United States5 years ago

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The Geopolitics of Travel & Tourism in ASEAN, Asia Pacific & Beyond in the Era of AI
Q: What is the view on the Middle East's rise as a tourism destination?
The Middle East is transforming from a transit point to a genuine tourism destination with strong investment, competitive pricing, and enticing stopover packages.
The Geopolitics of Travel & Tourism in ASEAN, Asia Pacific & Beyond in the Era of AI
Q: How has society recovered from COVID?
Japan did not have strict lockdowns but had a disciplined population that followed recommendations, leading to a structured plan for domestic travel subsidies.
Deconstructing Thailand's Tourism Landscape in a Turbulent Year for South East Asia, with Bill Barnett, C9 Hotelworks
Q: How strong is domestic tourism this year? Is it struggling?
People are burned out on domestic tourism initiatives and are struggling with finances, leading to more value-seeking behavior.
Deconstructing Thailand's Tourism Landscape in a Turbulent Year for South East Asia, with Bill Barnett, C9 Hotelworks
Q: What's your assessment of the first half year of tourism in Thailand?
There have been certain challenges; you have to dissect the numbers, as they vary significantly between regions.
Rethinking Digital Nomadism & The Future of Borderless Travel, with Milos Pelucha, Destinova
Q: What are your views on the institutionalized approach of implementing digital nomad visas?
I think it's a great sign for countries to actively think about digital nomad visas since they can attract talented individuals and foreign investment.

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Focused on travel and tourism in Southeast Asia, current content explores key topics affecting the industry. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on trending issues like the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on travel dynamics, infrastructural advancements across ASEAN countries, and the effects of geopolitical tensions. The hosts frequently invite experts in academia, infrastructure, and tourism to provide insights on regional challenges, such as visa policies and sustainability in travel. This unique blend of expert commentary and relative immediacy regarding travel topics sets this podcast apart as a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of travel within Southeast Asia.

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2. James Clark
3. Bill Barnett
4. Milos Pelucha
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6. Yang Li
7. Pauline Suharno
8. Stuart McDonald

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