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True Travellers Society Podcast
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Travel Live busca ser más rentable y crecer en gestión de eventos
By Rebeca Arroyo • November 28, 2025
Travel Live (antes Grupo Wamos) cerró su primer ejercicio completo con ventas superiores a los 1.000 millones y deuda financiera neta cero tras vender su aerolínea en 2024. La compañía prioriza la rentabilidad y acelera su integración de ocio, entretenimiento y viajes: quiere construir el mayor receptivo turístico de Europa con Premium Incoming, explorar receptivo de alto nivel en China y ampliar la gestión de recintos de eventos en España. El CEO sugiere un posible MBO en el futuro y descarta una salida a Bolsa a corto plazo.
9 nights exploring Japan by bullet train with flights
By Janay • November 28, 2025
A nine-night Japan package from Viva Holidays covers Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka with Shinkansen transfers and flights from £1,199, with the best pricing in June 2026. The deal includes three-star stays, transfers, and ABTA protection, with optional upgrades and a low deposit. It’s a value-forward way to sample Japan’s food, culture and rail scenery without DIY planning.
Orient Express Sailing Yachts to unveil Guerlain Spa onboard
By Cheryl Tiu • November 28, 2025
Orient Express will debut a 5,380 sq. ft. Guerlain Spa aboard the 721-foot Corinthian sailing yacht, launching Mediterranean voyages in June 2026 and a Caribbean season in October 2026. The spa features treatment suites, a sauna, fitness areas, and exclusive rituals, plus wellness retreats led by Guerlain experts. Culinary direction by Chef Yannick Alléno rounds out a luxury, wellness-centered travel experience.
The Back to the Future detail that gets rediscovered every year
By Unknown • Date not provided
A recurring fan discovery keeps highlighting how Back to the Future’s layered storytelling rewards repeat viewing. It’s a reminder of why the film’s craftsmanship and easter-egg density continue to spark conversation decades later. For nostalgic listeners, it’s a perfect rewatch cue.
Tech gift guide
By Jessica Toomer, Jason Tabrys, and Philip Cosores • November 28, 2025
This holiday roundup spotlights practical, wow-factor tech—from the Oura Ring 4 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) to Ride1Up’s Portola e-bike, Nothing Headphones, HP’s Smart Tank 5101, and the ROG Xbox Ally. It also flags game picks like NBA 2K26 and Borderlands 4, and urges shoppers to watch Black Friday/Cyber Monday pricing. The throughline: stylish, functional upgrades that earn daily use.
The hidden catch in Frontier’s all-you-can-fly pass
By David Kesiena • November 28, 2025
Frontier’s $349 GoWild pass promises near-unlimited travel through April 2027, but heavy blackout dates and capacity-controlled inventory can sharply limit real-world usability. Extras like seats and bags cost more, and pass seats may be blocked even when paid seats remain. Flexible travelers may extract value; date-constrained flyers could find the experience frustrating.
A partir del 25 de febrero de 2026 no podrás volar a Reino Unido sin este permiso digital
By Ana Merodio • November 28, 2025
Desde el 25 de febrero de 2026, los viajeros españoles y de la UE necesitarán una Autorización Electrónica de Viaje (ETA) aprobada antes de embarcar rumbo al Reino Unido. Cuesta £16, dura dos años y se tramita por la app UK ETA o GOV.UK; hay exenciones para residentes y titulares de visado. Atención a las estafas: solo usar canales oficiales y mantener el pasaporte actualizado en UKVI.
Nigeria to unveil digital Single Travel Emergency Passport in January 2026
By Gilbert Ekugbe • November 28, 2025
Starting January 2026, Nigeria’s Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) will let citizens who lose their passports generate a digital, single-entry travel document via mobile—reducing reliance on in-person embassy visits. The initiative aligns with broader identity and border governance reforms, alongside the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card. It promises faster assistance for Nigerians abroad while tightening standards.
Maribel Vázquez: México y el riesgo que dejó de ser invisible
By Maribel Vázquez • November 28, 2025
Un 2025 de mayor escrutinio internacional, sanciones y reformas transformó el cumplimiento y los riesgos en México: nueva ley antilavado con enfoque real en beneficiario final y monitoreo, controles fiscales más estrictos, aplicación de la Travel Rule y cambios judiciales. El artículo plantea cinco acciones clave para 2026: actualizar metodologías de riesgo, mapear beneficiarios finales, modernizar trazabilidad, elevar la capacitación y ejecutar auditorías efectivas. La tesis: pasar del cumplimiento formalista a una gestión de riesgo viva y anticipatoria.
Première levée de fonds et nouvelles ambitions pour L’Atelier Papilles
By Audrey Savournin • November 28, 2025
L’Atelier Papilles réalise une première levée de fonds pour passer de 32 enseignes à 50 d’ici 2027, puis 100 en 2030, en combinant franchises et succursales. La marque explore des formats satellites de centre-ville, vise le travel retail (aires et aéroports) et s’appuie sur l’IA prédictive pour optimiser ses approvisionnements et marges. Objectif: accélérer une croissance qualitative avec des vitrines en propre et des standards responsables.
