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Virtuoso keen to expand Ireland membership as Independent Contractor model grows

The global network of luxury travel advisors says its members’ location is less of a priority with the rise of remote working.

How travel advisors can charge fees without losing clients

Introducing fees can be a daunting process for many travel advisors, but it doesn’t need to be.

Pure Luxury's enhanced customer benefits and agent focus In The Spotlight

Discover what makes trade-only operator Pure Luxury unique, the service the expert team can offer agents and its newly enhanced benefits package for customers, in this short In The Spotlight video.

CV Villas sees demand for premium breaks soar through trade

Demand for villa specialist’s Above range more double last year, while average order values for 2025 trade bookings are up 9% year-on-year

Crystal Ski sales '20% ahead of 2019' despite climate concerns

Managing director Chris Logan says Crystal is now larger than it was pre-Covid and is optimistic about the future, despite concerns resorts will see less snow due to climate change

Your guide to tour operator news for 2025

Jumping on trends from the popularity of cruise and land packages to boutique hotel stays around the world, operators are cascading new product into the market for 2025, ensuring there will always be something new and delightful to share with your customers.

Celestyal revamps fare structure in response to customer feedback

The Greek Islands specialist’s new Celestyal One fare includes the cruise fare, WiFi, coffee, tea, water and juice, soft drinks, port fees, taxes and gratuities. Plus, the line is also adding cabins to Celestyal Discovery in the coming months

Accor's Orient Express brand to enter cruise market with two yachts

Accor is set to debut the first of two luxury yachts in 2026 under its resurrected Orient Express brand

Carrier appoints former Elegant Resorts head to lead product department

The luxury tour operator has appointed an industry veteran to head up its product offering

Inside the first luxury sleeper train in England and Wales ahead of summer debut

Belmond is set to launch the regal train with three different routes next summer.

Marco Polo Hotels' reason behind rebrand of premium collection unveiled

Marco Polo Hotels need a ’rethink’, according to Wharf Hotels’ vice president of sales and marketing.

Tui ramps up Thailand winter sun offering with new ex-UK flights

Tui will add 6,000 extra seats this winter and a further 9,000 next year from Gatwick and Manchester airports

Universal 'to lean into new customer trends' as next park goes on sale

Entertainment giant says customers are increasingly staying for longer periods of time in its on-site hotels and theme parks

Prime Paphos: the hotel with a private yacht, top-notch teppanyaki and a sumptuous spa

So much more than a luxury beach retreat, Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort is a gateway to unforgettable exploration

Agency launches fee-based appointment-only offshoot

Artisan is part of Travel Four Seasons and will charge clients a set fee to cover the advisors’ time

Booking Asia? Here’s why you can rely on Inside Travel Group

Get beneath the surface of Asia with Inside Travel Group’s cultural adventures that combine the big sights, cultural experiences and slices of local life.

The future of fam trips: 'agents shouldn't just be herded around'

Lush Experiences believes it has launched a new type of fam trip that aims to put the advisor first

What to expect from La Dolce Vita Orient Express, Italy’s first luxury sleeper train

The luxury railway brand is about to make its in Italy, along with the brand’s first hotel

Elegant Resorts launches loyalty scheme for agents

Elegant Resorts says it hopes the new initiative will encourage partnerships more luxury travel advisors.

EasyJet holidays expands portfolio with two new destinations

Tour operator easyJet holidays has added the Tunisian island of Djerba and the Norwegian town of Tromso to its roster

Top 5: The luxury hotels and resorts you need to know this week

Our luxury hotels roundup is back for another week, scanning the globe in search of newsworthy hotel tips to share with your colleagues and clients

New Global Travel Collection member to use personal image to promote travel advisory

Black Voyage founders say their brand’s personable image is already proving integral to its success

London workshop to elevate Norway in UK luxury travel sector

The Conduit in Covent Garden will be home to the event to connect the UK trade with Norway partners

The US destinations luxury travellers could be heading to in 2025

Brand USA has doubled down on its commitment to supporting the country’s lesser-known tourist destinations