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Affluent Traveler sales grow, partner portfolio expands

With affluent travellers spending more on personalized experiences and increasingly rely on expert guidance to plan them, The Affluent Traveler Collection has increased sales and a...

Luxury is changing; Deana Murphy retiring; Direct Travel makes an impact; AC welcomes Canada-Vietnam deal; and more

More than 250 agency owners, managers and advisors, along with preferred partners and industry leaders, gathered at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa for Th...

With Its New Expeditions, The Luxury Collection Is Making Travel More Immersive

From winemaking in Spain to an iconic Italian road trip, these new Expeditions are raising the bar.

Luxury Travel Boom Highlights North American Trends

The global luxury travel landscape is experiencing an extraordinary surge in demand, with North American travelers leading a vibrant boom across premier international destinations...

Big budgets, big family trips: Virtuoso’s deep-dive on 2027 luxury travel trends

One of many takeaway stats from yesterday’s Virtuoso On Tour: ADRs for Virtuoso preferred hotel partners hit a high of US$1,970 per night in June 2026.

Agoda Partners with Capella Hotel Group to Bring Award-Winning Luxury Stays to More Travelers

With Asia projected to account for nearly half of the world's new high-net-worth individuals by 2028 according to Visa, the region is increasingly shaping the future of luxury tra...

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Expands Prestigious Legend Collection as Demand Grows for Destination-Led Luxury Travel

Preferred Hotels & Resorts adds 11 properties to its Legend Collection in 2026, spanning Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, bringing the total to over 125 properties wo...

Ultra-luxury vehicles are defining new standards in bespoke automotive travel

Bespoke motoring craftsmanship and high-end vehicle customization continue to shape the luxury lifestyle segment for modern automotive enthusiasts. Selecting a flagship automobile...

Global Searches for Premium Class Flights Double as Travellers Prioritise Comfort and Personalised Journeys

Trip.com data shows first and business class flight searches up 99% YoY and 5-star hotel searches up 57%, driven by Millennial and Gen Z demand for personalised, experience-led tri...

Privacy Is Becoming the New Standard for Personalization in Luxury Travel

Ultra-high-net-worth travelers increasingly prioritize privacy over personalization, pushing luxury hotels to rethink data retention practices and invest in exclusive-use villa and...

Airelles Hotels, The Uber-Luxe French Hospitality Brand That Flies Under The Radar

I thought it would be fun to do a series of posts on some of the world's small luxury hotel groups that often don't get much attention. I'll kick this off with Airelles Collection,...

Discovering Exceptional Heritage Properties For 2027

As travelers look ahead to 2027, heritage hotels around the globe are proving that true luxury lies in authentic cultural connections, deep community engagement, and historic story...

In an Age of Excess, Quiet Is the Rarest Luxury

As wellness travellers spend more for restoration, the rarest luxury may now be silence, privacy and the freedom to become unreachable. The post In an Age of Excess, Quiet Is the R...

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Four Seasons Vs. Orient Express Vs. Ritz-Carlton: Luxury “Yachts” Compared

A firsthand comparison of three ultra-luxury 'yacht' cruise lines -- Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, and Orient Express -- covering value, suites, inclusions, and service.

Nicolas Peluffo of Awasi on Ultra-Luxury Lodge Travel, One Villa One Guide One Vehicle, and the Last Untouched Frontier...

Awasi CEO Nicolas Peluffo outlines the brand's one-villa-one-guide-one-vehicle philosophy across five South American lodges, arguing the continent remains the most underdeveloped f...

Experiencing Authentic Hospitality With Fiesta Americana Travelty

Discovering vibrant tropical destinations with genuine local insight just became much easier thanks to Fiesta Americana Travelty and its exciting new campaign. Bringing together th...

Even the wealthy increasingly want all-inclusive resorts

Nearly 80% of all-inclusive resorts have become ‘luxury or upper upscale,’ Bernstein analysts say, as the industry seeks higher-income travelers able to weather inflation.

Discover the next wave of luxury travel destinations with Kensington

The message is clear – the era of the ‘checklist vacation’ is over and Kensington has the inside scoop on the latest booking trends that reflect that shift. According to data from...

Explore Worldwide expands Upgraded collection with four new tours 

Launched in 2024, the collection combines Explore’s small-group cultural experiences and local leaders with a higher level of accommodation.

The Outfits Luxury Travelers Wear That Are Delta One Coded

Good enough to get you an upgrade.

These Hotels Are Taking Their Bath Amenities to the Next Level

From Dior to MERIT Beauty, these are the beauty brands making hotel bathrooms more luxurious—and their toiletries much harder to leave behind. 

Luxury Travel Companies Have Found a New Product: Peace of Mind. Smart CEOs Should Take Notice.

High-end travelers are willing to pay more to think less.

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection: What to expect onboard

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is an ultra-luxury cruise line that brings the legendary Ritz-Carlton hospitality out to sea aboard intimate, all-suite yachts. Each yacht carries...