Luxury travel news

Como's CEO on working with agents, expansion plans and key trends

We speak to Como’s chief executive Olivier Jolivet to find out how the brand stands out, future development plans and why agents are so important

Huvafen Fushi Maldives reopens with new look after renovations

The resort will also unveil a number of new accommodation options later this season

New benchmark tool helps agents find responsible wildlife tourism experiences

Agents are being encouraged to use a new free platform to help them discover responsible wildlife tourism experiences around the world to promote to clients

The Future Laboratory co-founder to headline TTG Luxury Travel Summit

The co-founder of leading trends and forecasting firm will offer insight on how consumer changes are impacting luxury travel

Another piece of the Costa Navarino jigsaw has been placed - by Mandarin Oriental

The newly opened Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino is immersed in nature

The Oz factor: 10 ways to sell Australia

Experiential luxury and getting back to nature have long been appealing magnets for Australia – but where do you start to make the most of it?

Is this the world’s most luxurious rail journey?

Railbookers has launched an 80-day Around the World by Luxury Train itinerary, crossing four continents and 13 countries

Oxford Ski Company releases season preview as it celebrates 25th anniversary

The ski specialist is marking its landmark year in its annual Season Preview, which outlines trends, destinations and properties making an impact

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park receives top sustainability certification

The brand’s sustainability chief Torsten van Dullemen explains what it takes for one of London’s top hotels to be certified by the GSTC

Black Tomato targets groups with ‘See You in the Moment’ trips

Itineraries designed around “shared” travel experiences for families and friends

Expert to reveal secrets to attracting HNWIs online at the Day of Luxury

Want to know the best ways to attract affluent customers online? Find out how at TTG Luxury’s Travel Summit

How Palma is using gastronomy to appeal to luxury travellers

Palma has set its sights on targeting more high-end luxury clients, unveiling a new gastronomy-focused initiative with three other Spanish cities

The Michelin Guide launches Michelin Keys for top hotels

From 2024 the Michelin Guide will award hotels that offer exceptional experiences with a new distinction

Inclusive Collection hosts first Travel Advisory Board trip to Mexico

The brand hosted its first trip for UK and Irish agents in its Travel Advisory Board, inviting them to share specialist trade insight and feedback

Savoy Signature to expand in Madeira with new hotel

The Portuguese hotel group will expand its presence in Funchal with the opening of The Reserve in January 2024

Byway launches new flight-free Christmas market trips

Byway has released three new multi-country European Christmas market trips travelling by train this festive season

Jimmy Rowan takes over as head of sporting specialist Spectate

Rowan has worked in various managerial and sport-focused roles at Virgin Atlantic since 2010

Scott Dunn plans agent focus in 2024 off the back of Flight Centre acquisition

Since being acquired by Flight Centre, Scott Dunn has been trialling agent sales within the group

Cherry Travel reveals expanded team, a new brand identity and its first website

Cherry Travel has unveiled a rebrand, launched its first website, and welcomed industry veterans Rob Arrow and Mark Gibbins to the team

Meet the new TTG Luxury Travel Awards host: Raffles London at The OWO

The luxury travel trade will get to experience one of London’s most talked-about new hotels

How agents can enter travel awards – and make the most of winning

Winning agencies reveal their tips for successfully entering industry awards

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to run special LGBTQ+ journey

The train operator is to host its second Travel with Pride trip from Paris to Venice

Why the UK’s best travel advisors attend ILTM – and how you can be one of them

The world’s most well-known luxury travel trade show is coming up in Cannes - find out how buyers can be a part of ILTM

Mandarin Oriental to open Zurich hotel this winter

Luxury hotel firm is continuing its expansion across Europe