Luxury

This comprehensive archive offers the latest insights, trends, and developments in the luxury travel industry, tailored specifically for professionals and stakeholders in the field. Featuring in-depth analysis and updates on hotels, tours, airlines, and cruise lines, the news stories in this collection provide essential information for those seeking to stay ahead in this rapidly-evolving market.

Business Travel

Luxury Brands Invest in Airport Pop-Ups to Reach Coveted Customer Base

Airports are the shopping malls of modern times and one of the most effective ways for luxury brands to engage target markets worldwide.

Samantha Shankman | 7 years ago

Business Travel

Wellness Programs Help Luxury Travel Connect Mind, Body and Vacations

The wellness concept has enticed the luxury travel industry. Many of today's high-end travelers want something more than just first-class flights and a fancy hotel -- and there are plenty of companies out there happy to service that need.

Patrick Whyte | 7 years ago

Business Travel

The Definition of Luxury Is Being Reshaped by Changing Consumer Behavior

Luxury is in the midst of a metamorphosis. While luxury once meant the most expensive or most well-known product or experience, today it's become a way of being or moving throughout the world.

Samantha Shankman | 7 years ago

Business Travel

Wellness Activities Will Have Strong Ties With Luxury Travel in 2018

The luxury travel market is often a starting point for themes that may, on first glance, seem a little bit out there. But given that some crazes withstand the test of time, it's worth assessing which ones might have staying power.

Laura Powell | 7 years ago

Luxury

Colombia’s Natural Wonders Attract a New Generation of Luxury Travelers

Tourism in Colombia has surged in recent years, partly thanks to the fact that tourism leaders are positioning the country as a leading destination for nature and outdoor adventure experiences.

ProColombia + Skift | 7 years ago

Travel Megatrends 2018: Personal Fulfillment Is the New Ultimate Luxury

For luxury travelers, an experience in itself is no longer enough. The personal fulfillment and self improvement one gains from an experience are taking precedence, and luxury brands can help travelers reach this goal.

Meghan Carty | 7 years ago

Business Travel

Onefinestay Looks to Personalization to Hook More Guests

It's about time Onefinestay leveraged some of the know-how from AccorHotels' concierge business. If done well, a personalized experiences product is likely to go down well with its guests.

Patrick Whyte | 7 years ago

Business Travel

Merging Premium and Mainstream — New Luxury

A growing number of mainstream cruise lines think they can capture luxury travelers by offering them a premium product. The approach makes sense. After all, not every luxury cruiser wants the intimacy and exclusivity of a small ship.

Patrick Whyte | 7 years ago

Hotels

Why Travel Agents Should Rethink the Sharing Economy in Luxury Hospitality

The sharing economy has typically been connected with budget or mid-range travelers looking for a deal along with a unique experience. But in recent years, luxury services have moved into the space, offering new opportunities for travel agents working with the most discerning travelers.

Luxury Retreats + Skift | 7 years ago

Luxury Is Evolving But Consistent Themes Connect Old and New

This evolution of luxury will require brands to adapt products and experiences consistent with consumers’ new definitions of quality, comfort and elegance.

Samantha Shankman | 7 years ago