

The Future of Travel and Hospitality Tech
The future of travel and hospitality is moving toward a more intelligent, interconnected, and deeply personalized landscape. As AI becomes seamlessly embedded into every stage of the traveler's journey - from initial discovery and booking to mobility and on-the-ground experiences - the industry is undergoing a significant transformation.
Hosted by Metavallon VC
Co-organizers: Travelstaytion, Ferryhopper, & Smartify.
Ecosystem Supporter: CapsuleT Accelerator
The event will bring together a curated group of founders, operators, investors, and industry leaders. With a goal to provide a thoughtful, cross-sector perspective on the industry's trajectory. This event is designed as a focused exchange for those who are actively building and investing in the future of travel and hospitality.
We look forward to your participation in this conversation.
Agenda
14:30 – 15:30 | Arrival & Welcome Reception
15:30 – 15:40 | Opening Remarks
Welcome by Myrto Papathanou, Partner at Metavallon VC, Framing: Travel & Hospitality in 2030
Panel Session 1
15:40 – 16:15 | Panel 1: The Future of Accommodation & Guest Experience. Hosted by Travelstaytion
Panelists:James Cassidy (Expedia Group)
Chris Stephenson (Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy)
Robin Clifford (Guesty)
Kalia Konstantinidou (Empiria Group)
Jason Anastasinis (Travelstaytion) - Moderator
Panel Session 2
16:15 – 16:50 | Panel 2: The Future of Travel Infrastructure & Mobility. Hosted by Ferryhopper
Panelists:Athina Kakolyri (Aegean Airlines)
Dimitris Memos (Hoper)
Savvas Georgiou (Welcome Pickups)
Christos Spatharakis (Ferryhopper)
Liza Katsouraki (Travel & Hospitality Tech Advisor) - Moderator
Panel Session 3
16:50 – 17:25 | Panel 3: The Future of Cultural Experiences & Tourism. Hosted by Smartify
Panelists:Elly Andriopoulou (SNFCC)
Kati Price (V&A)
Sakis Tanimanidis (Paradox Museum)
Epaminondas Christophilopoulos (MUMus)
Thanos Kokkiniotis (Smartify) - Moderator
17:25 – 17:30 | Closing Remarks
17:30 – 18:00 | Networking Drinks