We’re officially kicking off a brand-new season of Check-In with Bryan — and we couldn’t start with anyone better than global concierge, travel expert, and best-selling author Sarah Dandashy.
Sarah is one of the most recognizable voices in luxury hospitality today. She’s worked with iconic properties like The London West Hollywood, Four Seasons Washington DC, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, and L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, and she was named Best Young Concierge by Les Clefs d’Or. She’s also a Georgetown School of Foreign Service grad, a TEDx speaker, a best-selling author, and a worldwide travel expert with over 200+ nights a year on the road.
In this conversation, we dive deep into:
•The state of hospitality in 2025 and where guest expectations are shifting
•How AI is changing travel, concierge work, and guest experience
•Why the human element still matters more than ever
•Service vs. hospitality — and why travelers can feel the difference instantly
•U.S. travel trends, global travel slowdowns, and where Americans are going instead
•Sarah’s insane “2 World Wonders in 1 Weekend” story (Rome ➜ Cairo)
•What cities are surprising her with amazing service
•Destinations she believes will blow up in 2026
•Why she thinks next year may be the “Year of the Safari”
•Writing her second book, staying grounded while traveling 200+ days a year, and what really makes travel meaningful
Whether you’re in hospitality, leadership, brand strategy, or just love travel — this episode sets the tone for an exciting new season.
🎙 Thank you to our studio partners NextSpace and Immedia for hosting us and helping bring this season to life.
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