Skip the Queue is for visitor attraction owners, directors and suppliers who want to improve their organisations and deliver a better experience for their guests. Each episode we speak with inspiring industry experts who share their knowledge of what really makes an attraction successful.
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Skip the Queue is for visitor attraction owners, directors and suppliers who want to improve their organisations and deliver a better experience for their guests. Each episode we speak with inspiring industry experts who share their knowledge of what really makes an attraction successful.
This podcast is brought to you by Merac. We're here to help attractions unlock growth with innovative solutions, expert insights, and customer-first strategies.
Attraction Trends 2026 and insights from the TEA Global Experience Index - Melissa Oviedo, Martin Palicki and Edmond Chih
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Attraction Trends 2026 and insights from the TEA Global Experience Index - Melissa Oviedo, Martin Palicki and Edmond Chih
Today’s attractions need to do more than look amazing, they need to evolve, adapt, and stay ahead of shifting guest expectations. In this episode, we explore the key trends shaping the global attractions industry in 2026 and what the data really tells us about where the market is heading.
Andy Povey is joined by Melissa Oviedo, CEO of the TEA, along with Martin Palicki, Editor of InPark Magazine, and Edmund Chih, Director at Entertainment + Cultural Advisors, two of the key voices behind the TEA/AECOM Global Experience Index. They’re here to break down what’s rising, what’s stabilising, and what’s signalling major change for operators, developers, and experience creators around the world.
Skip the Queue
Skip the Queue is for visitor attraction owners, directors and suppliers who want to improve their organisations and deliver a better experience for their guests. Each episode we speak with inspiring industry experts who share their knowledge of what really makes an attraction successful.
This podcast is brought to you by Merac. We're here to help attractions unlock growth with innovative solutions, expert insights, and customer-first strategies.