How to detect an elite (and dreadful) hotel, according to the Hotel Inspector

This week, we're joined by Britain's foremost hotelier and star of Channel 5's The Hotel Inspector, Alex Polizzi, to share her views on the biggest challenges facing the hospitality industry, her favourite hotels in the world, and what it really takes to run a successful stay. Plus, Simon Calder and Greg Dickinson discuss the devastating airstrikes on Riyadh Airport and what the escalating regional conflict means for global air corridors and tourism. We also look at the controversial new mandatory travel insurance being introduced by Kenya and Tanzania, and share essential travel updates for the weekend ahead, including planned disruptions affecting journeys to Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Send your questions to [email protected]. Let The Telegraph Travel newsletter from Simon Calder be your guide to inspiring destinations at home and around the globe. Every week, Simon and our team of experts will send you the latest news, features, opinion and advice. Sign up here. Video Producer: Carla Mercer Producer: Georgia Coan Commissioning Editor: Louisa Wells Head of Travel: Ben Ross Studio Operator: Meghan Searle Highlights: Hotel inspector Alex Polizzi on the secrets of great hospitality What the Riyadh Airport airstrikes mean for global air corridors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.