Going against the Current in Cruising
As social media feeds are flooded with European holiday snaps, it’s no surprise to hear that Europe experienced a decade high in number of tourist stays in the first half of 2023. As reported by Eurostat, international tourist night stays rose 22.5% from last year to 545 million. It’s not just the desire to venture […]
Breaking the Ice
One of the most significant shifts we’ve seen since our last Luxperience gathering is the surge in experiential travel within the luxury travel sector. Aspirations of today’s luxury travellers are searching the unique, enriching experiences and remote destinations few can experience. Le Commandant Charcot is an ultra-luxury experience by Ponant that delivers just that. A […]
A Cold Twist on the Bucket List
A newcomer to Luxperience, Quark Expeditions, has our team rethinking bucket list travel and how luxury travellers are changing the way they think about their once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Quark Expeditions is a global leader in polar adventures, and right now they are inviting travellers to boldly rethink their bucket list in Arctic 2025 and choose destinations […]
Galapagos’ First Ultra-Luxury Cruise
Challenging the notion that you must compromise comfort on a large cruise ship for intimacy on a small vessel, local family-owned cruise operator, Via Natura, is launching the Galapagos’ First Ultra-Luxury Cruise, Hermes Mega Catamaran. Accommodating 20 guests in 12 state-of-the-art suites, each suite features a private jacuzzi, private balcony, floor to ceiling windows, and […]
Growing appetite for the best culinary experiences
Affluent consumers score particularly high in having an appetite for best culinary experiences. In fact, demand is 26% higher when compared to the global average. This year’s Global Travel & Tourism Whitepaper revealed that the “best culinary experience” is amongst the top ‘quality services’ in demand by affluent travellers globally, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises® […]