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The Art of Connection: Mastering Networking in Luxury Travel

Strategic relationships form the foundation of success in luxury travel. But beyond traditional networking lies an art – the ability to forge genuine connections that transform both businesses and the industry. These relationships, cultivated through luxury networking environments, create opportunities that go far beyond business card exchanges. Why Networking is Vital in Luxury Travel When luxury travel brands connect in purpose-designed environments, extraordinary possibilities are born. These carefully orchestrated gatherings create natural opportunities for discovering shared values, complementary strengths, and unexplored market opportunities that benefit all parties. Expanding Reach and Influence Luxury travel trade shows provide more than just exposure – they offer curated opportunities to connect with exactly the right partners. Whether you’re seeking to expand into new territories or strengthen your existing market presence, these gatherings connect you with decision-makers who can open doors to previously untapped opportunities. Building Brand Recognition At luxury travel exhibitions, your brand reaches an audience that truly understands its value. These events create intimate settings where you can showcase your unique offerings through meaningful conversations rather than standard presentations, allowing your brand’s authentic character to shine. The Key to Building Meaningful Relationships The most valuable connections in luxury travel are forged through shared

Amour 2024: Romance Travel’s Little Black Book

Discover the event that connects leading destination wedding planners, top romance travel buyers, and enchanting properties and destinations from all around the world. Amour 2024 was another spectacular edition where genuine relationships between the best in the industry were sparked.

TFest Creates Over 20,000 Business Connections

600+ Luxury Travel Professionals Gather for the Fifth Edition of TFest Creating 20,000 Business Connections Riviera Maya, Mexico – Following the successful fifth chapter of TFest held at Fairmont Mayakoba, Mexico, over 600 luxury travel professionals gathered to create 20,000 new business connections, solidifying its position as a pivotal event in the luxury travel industry. The TFest Chapter V brought together esteemed leaders, exhibitors, and buyers in the luxury travel sector from around the world. Held from October 27th to 30th, 2024, the event facilitated valuable networking opportunities and formed meaningful business relationships, shaping the future of the industry. Christy Kuplic, Managing Director of Private Luxury Events, emphasised the importance of TFest in connecting industry professionals: “TFest brought together for the fifth year luxury travel professionals – connecting the global luxury travel scene. Our delegates came together, challenged themselves, and forged unforgettable connections. Business relationships established at TFest continue to grow year after year, driving innovation and progress in the industry and we evolve the event.” Jacco Van Teeffelen, General Manager of Fairmont Mayakoba, expressed their delight in hosting the event: “At Fairmont Mayakoba, we are thrilled to have welcomed over 600 luxury travel professionals to TFest. The event not

Sri Lanka – The Destination’s Big Comeback

With an eventful history that’s witnessed ethnic conflict, natural disaster, and economic crises, Sri Lanka has endured constant ups and downs. Travel advisors keep asking themselves: Can I send my clients there? LuxuryWise answers with a loud, resounding “YES!” Spectacular nature and cultural treasures are just the beginning to the most underestimated destination in the world – an island that has transformed itself into a luxury travel paradise with charming service. For Context There are outstanding tour guides around the world, but if your clients are lucky enough to travel with Imal (pictured) from andBeyond, he’ll be the one that opens the soul of “his” country to them (Amen!). With the patience and empathy of an angel, he explains cultural peculiarities, politics, and the current situation using authentic insights and examples from the everyday lives of Sri Lankans. Let’s begin by dispelling concerns about supply bottlenecks from the last economic crisis. At that time, fuel – among other things – was very scarce, and in order to get some, Imal had to pitch a tent at a gas station for the night just so he could siphon off a few liters at dawn. Fortunately, those difficult times are over. And

Boutique Bliss: The Rise of Boutique Experiences in Luxury Travel

The word boutique has been around in the fashion industry for 50 years, and in hotels for almost as long. Now Private Luxury Events PLE is spearheading the relevance of this niche sector in global communications. One of the essences of boutique is feeling comfortable. Says PLE’s MD Christy Kuplic. That was evident from the moment over 150 arrived at Albufeira Pine Cliffs for the first dedicated Private Luxury BOUTIQUE gathering, 2-5 October 2024. A section of the main hotel’s lobby was a sun-filled reception, with the word BOUTIIQUE, in 60cm-high gold letters, as assurance that this was the correct gathering place. A choice of Champagnes, and one-bite Portuguese custard tarts, were welcomed as you lay back on cushions marked with that B word. Gold-printed and ribbon-handled white goody bags held necessities, including white card name labels, printed both sides and hanging from gold chain lanyards. Boutique is not a question of size. Think Sardinia’s Forte Village Resort, 716 keys total but broken down to 7 different resorts. Kuwait-owned Pine Cliffs, Luxury Collection, is 733 keys total but spread between 2 main hotels and numerous multi-unit clubs and villas. In both instances there’s a powerful man at at the top.

Luxury Travel Professionals Gather for the Fifth Edition of TFest

TFest Chapter V: Ascend – Elevating Business Connections Fest, the leading event for luxury travel, announces its theme for this year’s highly anticipated Chapter: ‘Ascend’. Taking place from 27-30 October 2024 at Fairmont Mayakoba, Mexico, TFest is the unmissable global event in the luxury travel calendar. Combining mindfulness and wellbeing with valuable business opportunities, TFest has rewritten the traditional trade show rules. The wellness travel sector is driving industry evolution around the world, with wellness tourism projected to reach $1.3 trillion by 20251, ranking among the fastest-growing sectors. Christy Kuplic, Managing Director of Private Luxury Events “It is no longer enough for leisure travellers to use holidays for pure relaxation. Modern wellness goes beyond experiences and aims for immersive transformation. Hot trends right now include longevity retreats, biohacking, and art-focused therapies. The goal is growth, change, and lifespan extension. This is wellness with purpose and these are people seeking meaning and real results” TFest has been a trailblazer in shaping the luxury travel industry through its innovative programme focused on transformative experiences and personal and professional optimisation. This year’s theme, ‘Ascend,’ reflects TFest’s aim of facilitating deeper connections and more meaningful business interactions, bringing together influential buyers and exhibitors in

Experience Boutique by Private Luxury Events

Experience the Essence of Boutique Luxury at Boutique by Private Luxury Events in Marbella Private Luxury Events is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated second edition of Boutique, an exclusive event dedicated to the world’s best boutique luxury properties and travel specialists. This invite-only gathering will take place from 2-5 April 2025 in the luxurious coastal city of Marbella, hosted by two exquisite properties: Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort and METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella. Boutique by Private Luxury Events is designed to bring together discerning luxury travel buyers to meet with inspirational products celebrated for their distinctive character, unparalleled service, and personalised experiences. Christy Kuplic, Managing Director of Private Luxury Events, shared her vision for Boutique, stating: “Private Luxury Events is proud to curate a gathering that showcases the essence of boutique luxury travel. This is a collective of the very best luxury travel buyers and exhibitors who share a passion for heartwarming stories and authentic experiences.” The event will feature a global guestlist of leaders in luxury travel, providing an unparalleled opportunity for buyers and exhibitors to forge meaningful industry connections through personalised meetings, intimate evenings, and memorable moments. The pride of the Costa del

Introducing Ultra by Private Luxury Events

Introducing Ultra by Private Luxury Events at Atlantis The Royal in Dubai UAE: For the Visionaries of Luxury Travel Private Luxury Events announces the launch of its newest invite-only event concept, Ultra, hosted at the prestigious Atlantis The Royal in Dubai. Bringing together the crème de la crème of the luxury travel industry, including key industry influencers, Ultra by Private Luxury Events promises exclusive networking opportunities and opens the door to new markets for its attendees. Ultra was created to fulfil a need for leaders in luxury travel to come together, share ideas, inspire one another, and have genuine conversations on elevating the industry. It guarantees the presence of best-in-class luxury travel professionals and the most sought-after luxury hotels, destinations, and DMCs worldwide. Christy Kuplic, Managing Director of Private Luxury Events, shared her vision for Ultra, stating: “Ultra is more than a networking event – it is a carefully curated collective of the most exceptional professionals in the world of luxury travel. Prepare to transcend boundaries, unlock new possibilities, and be part of an exclusive gathering that shapes the future of our industry.” Kyp Charalambous, Vice President, Sales, Atlantis Dubai commented: “Atlantis The Royal was specifically designed to challenge and

Love Travel Awards 2024

The Love Travel Awards 2024 Winners Revealed The prestigious Love Travel Awards took place on 27 April 2024 at Salla Dei Cristalli, Forte Village Resort, attended by over 250 romance travel leaders. Over a glamorous evening gala, the industry’s most outstanding venues and exceptional romance travel specialists were recognised and celebrated. Categories for the 2024 Love Travel Awards included Best Wedding Venue, Most Romantic Hotel, Best Destination Wedding Planner, and Romance Travel Specialist of the Year. This year, two new awards were introduced: The Champion of Equality award, which recognises a wedding planner or romance travel specialist who embraces and promotes the message that LOVE is LOVE, and is an expert at creating a fusion of different wedding cultures and/or same-sex couples; as well as the Above and Beyond award, which recognises individuals who go the extra mile to deliver an outstanding level of personalised service and extraordinary experiences for their clients. Voted for by a global audience of romance travel professionals, all of the nominees, finalists, and winners were reviewed by experts, and submitted to an industry-wide vote. Christy Kuplic, Managing Director of Private Luxury Events, said: “The wedding and romance travel industry is changing the way that society

Luxury Travel Insights with Timothy Mayer

Atrium Residences: Unparalleled Luxury and Exclusivity in Switzerland Timothy Mayer from Atrium Residences talks about their unique offering, the part that innovation plays in luxury travel, and his experience at Private Luxury Dubai. Tell us about Atrium Residences, your offerings, and USPs Atrium Residences owns and operates fully serviced, ultra-luxury villas. We are a leading provider in the Swiss rental segment with 12 exclusive properties. Our properties are based in Geneva and Zurich, Switzerland’s two main city hubs, and are available for short or extended periods of time. No two homes are the same – from villas to penthouses, every property has its own individual identity, and our in-house team of private chefs, butlers, concierges, drivers, and housekeepers ensure an exceptional and tailor-made experience for our UHNWI guests. I want to stress that access to large and luxurious villas in the most affluent city neighbourhoods is beyond rare – and Atrium is able to provide this all year round. Image credit: Atrium Residences What makes Switzerland a favoured destination for luxury travellers? Luxury travellers have always seen Switzerland as a natural destination for excellence, quality, safety, and – of course – the beauty of its landscapes. The mountains can be

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