Behind the Stars: How Forbes Travel Guide Defines Luxury & Five-Star Hospitality - Amanda Frasier, Forbes Travel Guide

Hospitality Daily Podcast · Mar 2, 2025 · 22m

In this episode, Emily Goldfischer, founder and editor of hertelier, interviews Amanda Frasier, President of Standards & Ratings at Forbes Travel Guide. Listen to hear insights into her career journey, the Forbes rating system, and the evolution of luxury travel.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:20) Amanda's background in hospitality

(04:34) The world of hotel ratings

(08:46) Changes in the luxury traveler

(10:04) Testing for intuitive service

(11:23) Impact on female travelers

(17:23) Retail and experiential collaborations

(18:33) Women in leadership

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