Suite Stories: The Podcast

Welcome to Suite Stories, where we unwrap the glamorous world of luxury travel and hospitality like never before. Whether you're already in the game, eyeing a career switch, or just love a good story, this podcast is your VIP pass.

Join us in our hotel suite as we kick back with guests from all corners of the globe, sharing their unfiltered tales from the frontlines. They'll reveal how they got started, the challenges they faced, and the secrets to their success. Plus, they'll dish out some top tips for anyone looking to break into the industry.

So, whether you're dreaming big or ready to dive in, grab a seat in the suite.

Episode 6: Suite Stories with Husain Almualim
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Episode 6: Suite Stories with Husain Almualim

Tune in to another exciting episode of Suite Stories! Saadia Chowdhury, Head of Buyer Relations at Connections Luxury, sits down with Husain Almualim, the Founder and CEO of Almobtaker Travels, Almobtaker Concierge, and Luxevo Premium Chauffeur Services. In this conversation, Husain offers his unique perspective on why his homeland, Bahrain, stands out as a premier travel destination.

Ready to dive in? Grab a seat in the suite!

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Episode 5: Suite Stories with Sean Keliiholokai
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Episode 5: Suite Stories with Sean Keliiholokai

Join us for another episode of Suite Stories, where Greg Reeves, Managing Director for Connections Luxury, chats with Sean Keliiholokai, Chief Sales Officer at the West Hollywood Travel + Tourism Board. Sean, a seasoned pro in the travel industry, shares his journey and what sparked his passion for tourism.

We’ll explore what makes West Hollywood such a vibrant destination and get a sneak peek at the upcoming Connections Luxury Americas event this November. Plus, we’ll discuss how West Hollywood is gearing up for the 2028 Olympics and the growing trend of sports tourism in luxury travel.

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Episode 4: Suite Stories with Aris Delos Santos-Ote
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Episode 4: Suite Stories with Aris Delos Santos-Ote

Tune in on Episode 4 of #SuiteStories as we travel to the Philippines with Sam Blunsdon, Head of Commercial and Tourism Promotion, who sits down with with Aris Delos Santos Ote, Director of Sales & Marketing for Shangri-La Boracay.

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Episode 3: Suite Stories with Victor Goitia Serra
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Episode 3: Suite Stories with Victor Goitia Serra

In Episode 3 of #SuiteStories, Laura Schmidt, Head of Strategic Partnerships for Connections Luxury, sits down with Victor Goitia Serra, Marketing Director of the Costa Brava Girona Tourist Board.

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Episode 2: Suite Stories with Kirk McDonald
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Episode 2: Suite Stories with Kirk McDonald

In our second episode of #SuiteStories, join Greg Reeves, Managing Director of Connection Luxury, as he lounges with Kirk McDonald, Director of Global Sales - Middle East at Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest independent hotel brand.

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