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The travel industry is evolving fast—how are you keeping up? Field Notes: Insights and Strategies for the Travel Marketer is your go-to podcast for expert insights, real-world strategies, and candid conversations with the people shaping the future of travel marketing. What You’ll Discover 🚀 Actionable Strategies – Learn from top industry experts, marketing leaders, and travel professionals as they share what’s working now. 🌍 Industry Trends – Stay ahead of emerging trends in digital marketing, destination branding, customer engagement, and more. 🎙️ Exclusive Interviews – Hear the voices behind successful campaigns, innovative tourism strategies, and game-changing marketing approaches. 📈 Real-World Insights – Get firsthand experiences, case studies, and behind-the-scenes knowledge from those who know the travel marketing landscape best.

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You Had to Be There

Épisode 56

lundi 5 octobre 2026 • Durée 08:06

We’ve spent years designing experiences people want to photograph, post and share. But what happens when documenting the moment starts getting in the way of actually experiencing it?

In this episode of Field Notes, Sarah Dyer looks at the rise of phone-free concerts, parties and travel experiences — and what they might mean for destination marketers. From Fred again.. giving fans professional photos after phone-free shows to travel companies experimenting with unplugged trips, the question is becoming more interesting: Could some experiences become more valuable precisely because visitors don’t have to capture them?

Maybe the next great travel experience isn’t designed for the camera. Maybe you just had to be there.

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Hot Jimothy Summer

Épisode 55

jeudi 23 juillet 2026 • Durée 07:11

A strangely shaped raccoon running through a Seattle neighborhood has become one of the summer’s most revealing travel-marketing stories.

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Eric Hultgren examines the extraordinary rise of Jimothy—the beloved Ballard raccoon whose millions of views inspired tattoos, murals, merchandise, video games, a Mariners mascot and an official Seattle celebration.

Jimothy’s story exposes a blind spot in destination marketing: the details capable of defining a place often disappear into the background for the people who see them every day. When something familiar suddenly captures the culture’s imagination, the opportunity belongs to destinations prepared to recognize it, respond quickly and give the community room to participate.

Go to Google and type "Jimothy" and enjoy

In This Episode

Why the seemingly ordinary can become a destination’s most compelling story
How familiarity creates editorial blindness
The difference between borrowing attention and adding to a cultural moment
How Seattle’s teams, artists, businesses and public institutions expanded Jimothy’s story
The four questions every destination should answer before its own unexpected moment arrives
Why stewardship matters when local attention turns into visitor interest

You cannot schedule a phenomenon like Jimothy. You can build a destination capable of recognizing the spark when it appears.

Jimothy did not make Seattle interesting. He revealed the version of Seattle people were ready to love.

Subscribe to Field Notes for more insights and observations about culture, storytelling, technology and the changing work of the travel marketer.

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The Second Show: What Love Island Can Teach Us About Destination Marketing

Épisode 54

vendredi 17 juillet 2026 • Durée 06:19

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Sara Dyer uses an unexpected source of inspiration—Love Island USA—to explore one of the biggest shifts happening in marketing today: the realization that the story doesn't end when the content does. In many ways, that's when it truly begins.

Sara examines how millions of viewers can watch the exact same television show yet walk away with completely different interpretations. Podcasts, TikToks, Reddit threads, reaction videos, and group chats don't simply discuss the show—they actively shape its narrative. The audience isn't just consuming content; they're participating in it.

That observation becomes a powerful metaphor for destination marketing. Today's travelers rarely form their opinions from a visitor guide or tourism website alone. Instead, they assemble a destination's identity from countless touchpoints: creator videos, reviews, AI-generated recommendations, social media conversations, and personal referrals. By the time they arrive, they've already inherited a story. By the time they leave, they've contributed to one.

The episode argues that every destination now has two stories. There's the place itself, and there's the version collectively written across thousands of conversations online. The most successful destinations understand they don't own that narrative outright—they participate in it, influence it, and help shape what future travelers will believe before they ever arrive.

Key Takeaways

Audiences don't simply consume stories—they actively reshape them.
Public perception is formed across conversations, not individual pieces of content.
Every destination has two identities: the physical place and the story people tell about it.
Travelers increasingly build expectations through creators, reviews, AI, and recommendations before visiting.
Visitor-generated content continues shaping destination perception long after a trip ends.
Destination marketing is no longer about controlling the narrative—it's about contributing to it consistently and authentically.

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When Friction Makes the Experience Better

Épisode 53

vendredi 17 juillet 2026 • Durée 05:37

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Sara Dyer explores an unexpected idea: what if some of the things we try hardest to avoid—waiting in line, sharing space with strangers, navigating a crowd—are actually part of what makes travel memorable?

Inspired by a visit to one of Florida's natural springs, Sara reflects on how a crowded morning on the water changed her perspective. What initially felt like an inconvenience slowly revealed itself to be something else entirely. The people, the shared smiles between kayakers, the conversations overheard, and the collective energy of everyone choosing to be there became the experience itself.

From bustling cafés and packed concerts to spontaneous celebrations in city squares, the episode examines how some of our strongest travel memories emerge not from carefully planned attractions but from moments of shared humanity. In a world increasingly optimized for convenience, Sara asks whether eliminating every point of friction might also remove some of the experiences that make travel feel alive.

For destination marketers, the lesson is both simple and powerful. Travelers don't just want to see beautiful places—they want to feel what it's like to belong there, even if only for an afternoon. The best marketing doesn't simply showcase a destination's scenery; it captures the atmosphere, energy, and human moments that visitors can't plan for but never forget.

Key Takeaways

Not all friction diminishes an experience—sometimes it makes the experience more meaningful.
Shared moments often become our strongest travel memories.
Crowds can create energy, authenticity, and a sense of belonging rather than simply inconvenience.
Travelers remember how a place felt as much as what it looked like.
Convenience isn't always the highest form of value in travel.
Destination marketing should focus on capturing the emotional experience of a place, not just its attractions.

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Florida's natural springs
Why shared experiences create lasting memories

Research, Food & the Future of AI: A Conversation with Experience Kissimmee's Frida Bahja

Épisode 52

lundi 29 juin 2026 • Durée 24:15

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Eric Hultgren sits down with Frida Bahja, Director of Research at Experience Kissimmee, for a wide-ranging conversation about the growing role of research in destination marketing. From earning a Ph.D. in tourism to helping shape one of the industry's most data-driven organizations, Frida shares how curiosity, interdisciplinary thinking, and evidence-based decision making are changing the way destinations operate.

The conversation explores how tourism research intersects with environmental science, public perception, economics, and traveler behavior. Frida discusses projects ranging from harmful algae blooms and coral reef health to measuring resident sentiment and destination performance, illustrating why tourism is increasingly becoming a discipline that connects multiple systems rather than existing in isolation.

Eric and Frida also dive into Experience Kissimmee's new Latin Food Trail and its partnership with Atlas Obscura. More than a culinary guide, the initiative celebrates the region's rich cultural diversity while positioning authentic local stories as a competitive advantage for the destination. Together, they discuss why food has evolved from a travel necessity into one of the defining reasons people choose where to visit.

Finally, the conversation turns toward the future. As AI reshapes research, marketing, and destination management, Frida shares her perspective on balancing innovation with thoughtful governance, measuring ROI, and preparing organizations for a rapidly changing landscape.

Key Takeaways

Research is becoming a strategic function inside destination marketing organizations, not simply a reporting tool.
Tourism increasingly intersects with environmental science, economics, sociology, and public policy.
The pandemic accelerated investment in research and data-driven decision making across the DMO industry.
Authentic culinary experiences are becoming a primary driver of destination choice.
Great destination marketing celebrates community identity rather than simply promoting attractions.
AI presents enormous opportunities for tourism research, but thoughtful governance and measurement will be just as important as adoption.

YouTube Is Still King: Why Travel Marketers Need to Think Bigger Than TV

Épisode 51

vendredi 26 juin 2026 • Durée 06:19

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Eric Hultgren makes the case that the biggest opportunity in travel marketing isn't on traditional television—it's on YouTube. Backed by the latest viewing data, Eric explores why YouTube has quietly become the dominant platform on the biggest screen in the house and what that means for destination marketing.

Drawing on recent data from Nielsen and industry research, the episode reveals that YouTube now commands more television viewing than any individual media company, surpassing streaming giants like Netflix and Disney. Even more surprising, YouTube's growth isn't being driven solely by younger audiences. Viewing is increasing across nearly every demographic, with some of the fastest growth coming from older audiences watching on connected TVs in their living rooms.

Eric argues that many destination marketing organizations are still treating YouTube as a social media channel when they should be viewing it as a television strategy. As audience behavior continues shifting toward creator-led content and long-form video, travel marketers have an opportunity to reach travelers where they're already spending their time—without the traditional barriers of broadcast media.

The episode also explores Google's newest YouTube insights and creator tools, announced at Cannes Lions, which promise to give brands better visibility into trends, creators, and audience behavior. The takeaway is simple: don't wait for perfect measurement. The destinations that begin building a YouTube strategy today will be well ahead of those waiting for the rest of the industry to catch up.

Key Takeaways

YouTube now captures more television viewing than any other media company.
Connected TV is accelerating YouTube's growth beyond mobile devices.
Viewing continues to grow across every major demographic—not just Gen Z.
Destination marketers should think of YouTube as part of their TV strategy, not simply their social strategy.
Connected TV (CTV) and OTT campaigns may miss a significant audience if YouTube isn't included.
Google's new YouTube insights and creator tools make it easier to understand audience behavior and content trends.

Editing the Dream: When the Destination Isn't the Point

Épisode 50

jeudi 25 juin 2026 • Durée 03:59

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Sara Dyer explores a subtle but important shift in traveler behavior. As rising travel costs force people to rethink vacation plans, the real story isn't that people are giving up on their dream trips—it's that they're redefining what those dreams actually are.

Rather than viewing a domestic getaway as a consolation prize for skipping Europe, Sara argues that many travelers are beginning to separate destinations from the emotions they hope those places will provide. Maybe the goal was never Italy itself. Maybe it was beauty, discovery, incredible food, slower mornings, or unforgettable stories. And those experiences can often be found much closer to home.

The episode also examines how social media has homogenized travel inspiration. Endless feeds of Amalfi Coast sunsets, Santorini rooftops, and Bali beach clubs have created a shared vision of what the "perfect vacation" should look like. But as prices rise and travelers reconsider their options, destinations have an opportunity to compete on something much more meaningful than prestige: the feeling they create.

For destination marketers, the takeaway is profound. You're no longer competing only against other destinations. You're competing against every way someone could spend their time, money, and attention. The winners will be the places that understand the emotional outcome travelers are seeking—and tell stories that promise that feeling rather than simply promoting a location.

Key Takeaways

Travelers are increasingly choosing experiences based on the feeling they want, not simply the destination's name.
Rising travel costs are changing decision-making, but they aren't eliminating the desire to travel.
Social media has standardized many travel aspirations, creating opportunities for overlooked destinations.
Destinations compete with experiences—not just other places—including concerts, sporting events, RV adventures, and shorter, more frequent trips.
Prestige is becoming less important than perceived value and emotional return.
Great destination marketing focuses on the transformation a traveler wants to experience, not just the attractions they'll visit.

The Manus Problem: Why Your AI Workflow Is More Fragile Than You Think

Épisode 49

jeudi 18 juin 2026 • Durée 05:35

This week Eric Hultgren dives into the growing uncertainty around Manus and its relationship with Meta and why the story matters far beyond a single AI tool.

As China pushes back on the transfer of AI technology developed within its borders, Meta finds itself unwinding a major acquisition and marketers are left wondering what happens next. But the real lesson isn't about Manus at all.

It's about dependency.

From Facebook pages to TikTok audiences to today's AI workflows, marketers have spent years building on platforms they don't own. The Manus situation is simply the latest reminder that access can disappear faster than most teams are prepared for.

In this episode:

What happened between Meta and Manus
Why Chinese regulators became involved
What marketers could lose if Manus disappears
The growing importance of AI workflow portability
Why prompts, processes, and institutional knowledge need to be documented
How to think about AI tools as infrastructure rather than magic

The biggest risk in AI may not be choosing the wrong model.

It may be depending on a platform that disappears.

Key Takeaways

✅ AI tools are increasingly tied to geopolitical and regulatory decisions.

✅ The value of Manus wasn't just the model—it was the integrations and workflow automation built around it.

✅ Every AI workflow should have a backup plan.

✅ Teams should maintain shared prompt libraries and documented processes.

✅ The future AI winners may be determined by access to infrastructure, distribution, and data—not model intelligence alone.

Memorable Quote

"This isn't actually a story about Manus. It's a story we've been telling for fifteen years anytime we talk about rented land."

The Most Overrated Marketing Metric?

Épisode 48

mardi 16 juin 2026 • Durée 03:19

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Sara Dyer challenges one of marketing's most commonly accepted success metrics: website traffic. While traffic remains useful, Sara argues that marketers may be giving it far more importance than it deserves in an era where discovery happens everywhere.

Drawing parallels between discovering a favorite musician and choosing a travel destination, Sara explores how modern audiences move through a web of recommendations, social content, AI conversations, playlists, reviews, and personal connections long before they ever land on a website. By the time someone arrives on your site, they may already be deep into their decision-making journey.

The discussion highlights a growing challenge for marketers: attribution. Consumers often remember the destination, brand, or artist they chose, but rarely remember the exact sequence of touchpoints that influenced their decision. As AI, social platforms, and recommendation engines continue to shape discovery, measuring influence becomes increasingly complex.

Rather than focusing exclusively on clicks and visits, Sara encourages marketers to think more broadly about creating memorable moments, meaningful experiences, and content that contributes to the journey—even when it doesn't receive direct attribution.

Key Takeaways

Website traffic is an indicator, not the ultimate measure of marketing success.
Modern discovery journeys often begin long before a visitor reaches your website.
Attribution is becoming more difficult as audiences engage across multiple platforms and touchpoints.
Travelers remember destinations and experiences more than the channels that influenced them.
AI, social media, recommendations, and conversations are increasingly shaping travel decisions.
Marketers should focus less on credit and more on creating memorable moments that influence outcomes.

Topics Covered

Why web traffic became marketing's default scorecard
The difference between measuring arrival and measuring influence

New York State of Mind: What the Knicks, Nike, and New York Teach Us About Destination Marketing

Épisode 47

lundi 15 juin 2026 • Durée 06:11

In this episode of Field Notes: Insights and Observations for the Travel Marketer, Eric Hultgren breaks down what may be the most powerful piece of marketing released this year: Nike's celebration of the New York Knicks' first NBA Championship since 1973. More than an ad, it's a masterclass in cultural storytelling, preparation, and understanding audience identity.

Using Nike's frenetic, emotionally charged spot directed by Josh Safdie and set to Billy Joel's "New York State of Mind," Eric explores why the campaign resonated so deeply with fans and why it represents something larger than sports marketing. The ad captures the energy, anticipation, and collective identity of New York City at a moment decades in the making.

The conversation draws parallels to iconic real-time marketing moments like Oreo's famous "Dunk in the Dark" campaign, arguing that the magic isn't found in speed alone. The real advantage comes from preparation, cultural fluency, and having the right team ready when the moment arrives.

For destination marketers, the lesson is clear: every community has its own version of a Knicks championship moment. The challenge is identifying what your residents and visitors care about deeply enough to create that kind of emotional connection—and being prepared to tell that story when the opportunity appears.

Key Takeaways

Great marketing doesn't just advertise a brand—it captures a cultural moment.
Nike's Knicks campaign succeeds because it feels authentic to both New York and New Yorkers.
The best real-time marketing is rarely spontaneous; it's the result of extensive preparation.
Cultural understanding is a competitive advantage for destinations, attractions, and tourism organizations.
Teams that consistently prepare for opportunities are better positioned to move quickly when major moments occur.
Every destination has stories capable of creating deep emotional connections with audiences—the challenge is recognizing them before everyone else does.

Topics Covered

The Knicks' historic championship run

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