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Bites over banquets – and three other trends shaping luxury travel in 2025
The global travel network noted a shift in culinary expectations as just one trend to emerge from its most recent annual conference. 
Robin from Set Collection
Agents to be recognised with ‘more than financial rewards’ in new programme
The Set’s new loyalty programme celebrates advisors with luxurious gifts and VIP experiences.
Misty Belles, Fox Communications
‘Advisors must keep abreast of geopolitics’ as luxury travellers’ safety concerns rise
Safety and security are now leading concerns for high-net-worth travellers, according to the latest Virtuoso insights report.
Greg Thurston, Audley Travel’s trade sales manager
Audley Travel launches VIP membership club for ‘top-selling’ agents
‘Kindred’ will offer special privileges to a handpicked group of advisors in recognition of their continued support of the luxury travel operator
Moulin du Roc
France to target UK luxury market at VIP advisors' event
The French national tourist office has invited a small group of elite travel planners to meet with 15 supplier partners from across the country
Bob van den Oord
Langham to launch new platform for agents to check commission amid 'industry-wide issue'
The luxury hospitality group says advisors are currently waiting ‘too long’ to receive payment
Michelle Woodley, president at Preferred Travel Group
‘High-net-worth travellers are savvy, not stingy’ – how agents can maximise value
With luxury travellers increasingly using hacks to avoid overspending, the role of the travel advisor is fast evolving
Copenhagen Hellerup harbour
5 things your clients have probably never done in Copenhagen
Simon Britchfield returns to the Danish capital to experience its hidden gems 40 years after his first visit.
Telegraph Hotel
Next big thing: why agents need to get to know Tbilisi this year
With new direct flights to Tbilisi and the opening of a new luxury hotel, there’s never been a better time for agents to get to know more about this gem of the Caucasus region
Stacey Liburd
Grenada tourism boss reveals ‘first thing’ UK agents should know before booking
Stacey Liburd, chief executive officer of Grenada Tourism Authority, has highlighted the most important factor for UK agents to consider when sending clients to the Carribean island
Claire Dodds
Crystal celebrates 35 years – a landmark worth hailing for a cruise brand that almost didn't make it
Claire Dodd joined a Crystal cruise from Copenhagen to see what the luxury line has to offer its clients in today's highly-competitive market
Suites in The Chancery Rosewood
The Chancery Rosewood opens in London

The Chancery Rosewood has officially opened in London’s Grosvenor Square, marking the completion of a four-year-long renovation. 

Located in the former US Embassy, the Grade II listed building offers four different room types and 144 suites. 

Hotel in Brussels
Why Brussels makes the perfect weekend break for clients
Brussels is perhaps better known for dry, dull institutions like the European Parliament – but it's time to think again about Belgium's capital
The right way to sell Sri Lanka? Do it with purpose – and clients will love it
Co-founders of The Conscious Travel Foundation Olivia Cryer and Maudie Tomlinson are advocates for a new way of selling travel to Sri Lanka
High-net-worth travellers’ top frustrations when booking accommodation revealed
Itinerary clashes and sold-out rooms are just two of the pet peeves facing today’s luxury travellers
The TTG Luxury Travel Awards are back – new venue and categories revealed for 2026
The much-loved afternoon ceremony, hosted once again in association with Silversea, will be back on Friday 6 March
I spotted my musical hero in Dubai – and the hotel was pretty impressive too
Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is one of the most significant hotel openings in the emirate in recent years – and is already popular with locals, tourists and celebrities
Seven ways luxury travellers are avoiding overspending, and how to broach them
High-net-worth individuals are becoming increasingly discerning as luxury travel prices continue to rise.
‘Booking windows are shortening’ – and other luxury travel myths debunked
Virtuoso has unveiled a number of key insights into the reality of luxury travel bookings for 2026
Why agents need to pitch a night in the South African bush to clients
There’s a very special way to enhance a safari stay: spend a night in the andBeyond Ngala Treehouse
Agents share top priorities when choosing suppliers
Having access to the best contacts at a tour operator is among the most crucial factors when deciding who to work with, travel advisors shared during the finale lunch for Pure Luxury: The Masterclass. 
Luxury agent reveals £7 airport add-on that can ‘make or break’ a trip
Donna Bidwell says she will be telling all clients to make this investment after a stressful airport experience. 
Inside Corinthia Bucharest, the luxury hotel leading Romania's pursuit of high-net-worth travellers
The Romanian capital is making a play for luxury travellers thanks to a new hotel – and they may find themselves pleasantly surprised by what they find in the city.
'Old school' agent pivots with new lifestyle venture to meet clients' evolving expectations
Jesse Sharp’s Celsius London will offer a wide range of lifestyle management services as luxury travellers’ expectations evolve.