Checking in: Interalpen-Hotel Tyrol
There’s nothing quite like an escape to the Alps for an invigorating and active incentive experience, and this luxury five-star resort is located on an expansive high plateau, at 1,300 m above sea level in an unspoilt location.
Aman to open urban resort in Miami
Aman Resorts has revealed plans to bring its distinctive brand of luxury to Miami Beach with the launch of a new urban resort in 2023.
Five of the hottest luxury hotel openings for 2020
From the eternally popular such as France and Mexico to the more exotic, including Japan and Botswana, these five hotels and resorts are among the most exciting properties debuting around the world over the next six months, according to global luxury travel network Virtuoso…
Experience This: ultimate ski expeditions in Greenland & Antarctica
EYOS Expeditions has teamed up with Bomber Ski to unveil the ultimate experience skiing enthusiasts – a week-long, superyacht-based skiing adventure, in Antarctica or Greenland, guided by six-time Olympic medalist Bode Miller and polar explorer Doug Stoup.
Fairmont to open in Royal Windsor
Accor has announced plans to bring its Fairmont brand to Royal Windsor in the UK in partnership with Arora Group.
Corporate incentive spend on the rise says CR Worldwide Report
Spending on incentive travel rewards among UK and US businesses is on the rise, with an increased focus on wellness and sustainability in response to concerns over employee wellbeing, according to a new report by agency CR Worldwide.
Experience this… aquarium dining in Bali
Guests at the new Koral restaurant at Apurva Kempinski Bali are set to be treated to an underwater delight as they experience aquarium-style dining designed to bring the flavours of the Indonesian coast to life.
Kimpton reveals February opening date for Barcelona hotel
Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter is about to get that bit shinier as the launch of Kimpton’s new property approaches. Now taking reservations for February 2020, the Kimpton Vividora Hotel is a sleek boutique hideaway in the historic and artistic hub of the city.
Basia Dudziak on… discovering the ‘real’ Bali
Basia Dudziak, former key account manager at cievents and 2018 inVOYAGER, is currently taking time out to travel the world and tick off her bucket list. And she’s sharing her amazing journey with us through her travel blog – Miss B Around The World.
Checking In: A luxury palace in Courchevel
Ski season is nearly upon us and what could be more luxurious than a stay at a historic palace in the heart of the resort town of Courchevel? Les Airelles Palace, a 2020 inVOYAGER, exudes opulence throughout, with its 19th century Austro-Hungarian look and its lavish fabrics and furnishings.
Experience this: Stargazing at Jumeirah Al Wathba
When Major Hazza Al Mansouri took to the skies in the Soyuz MS-15 spacecraft earlier this autumn, he bagged the title of the first Emirati in space and turned the spotlight on to the region and its stargazing potential.
Four mindful meetings options by Mandarin Oriental
Wellbeing is a key trend in the luxury events sector, with planners increasingly looking to incorporate wellness elements into meetings and incentives, from nutritious brain food to fresh air and exercise. And luxury hotel brand Mandarin Oriental makes it easy with its Mindful Meetings programme.
W makes Abu Dhabi debut in time for F1 Grand Prix
Marriott’s hip W brand has made its much-anticipated debut in Abu Dhabi with the opening of W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island ahead of this weekend’s Grand Prix race, where guests will be at the heart of the action.
The Standard makes Maldives debut
Luxury collection The Standard has made its island debut and chosen the chic hotspot that is the Maldives.
Experience this: Winter at Belmond Russia
This winter, the Belmond Grand Hotel Europe will embrace the spirit of Russian wintertime with a range of experiences to delight visitors to St Petersburg.
2020 Incentive and Meeting Destination Hot Lists
Greece looks set to be a top global incentive destination in 2020 along with the Bahamas and Costa Rica, while US cities will dominate for meetings and conferences, according to data released by Global DMC Partners (GDP).
60 seconds with… Powwow’s Amanda Edgecumbe
Take part in our annual survey on luxury event trends
We’re delighted to announce that we are kicking off our second annual survey on key trends in the luxury events sector, and we need your views!
Fairmont announces first property in Prague
Accor-owned luxury brand Fairmont will make its debut in the Czech Republic next year with the Golden Prague Hotel.
Experience this: Group hire and celebration weeks on Necker
Necker Island, in the British Virgin Islands, has announced group booking options that could see Sir Richard Branson’s home and private hideaway become one of the hottest destinations for the ultimate in incentive travel.