Brands and hyper-segmented tourism: Travel as a mirror of identity

A brief exploration of how forms of travel multiplied, and what that reveals about us as a society. For much of the 20th century, tourism was an essentially massive and homogeneous activity. People traveled for vacations, rest or family visits. Agencies sold standardized packages. Destinations competed for attention with sun, beach, and “must-see” attractions. But…

The metamorphosis of Branding over the last 20 years

The period 2004-2024 saw a true revolution in branding , a seismic shift that redefined the dialogue between companies, brands, employees and consumers. From a business perspective, adapting to these transformations was crucial to survival and success. This paper explores some of the crucial mutations in branding over this period, unraveling how companies reinvented themselves…