Destination focus: the hottest new luxury hotels in Dubai
A perennial favourite with luxury event planners, Dubai will be firmly in the spotlight later this year when the much-anticipated World Expo opens its doors.
Checking In… Pullman Aachen Quellenhof
Pull up to the elegant neoclassical-style façade of this stylish Pullman property, and you would expect to enter in to find a sleek classic retreat. Yet beyond the lush surrounds, this property is achingly modern, combining lifestyle and design creds to welcome business and leisure travellers.
Four Seasons Maldives launches Hydrofoil experiences
Checking In: Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opera
The super stylish Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opera, set between the Opera Garnier and the Place Vendome has occupied a majestic place in Parisian life for more than 150 years.
Pan Pacific London reveals meeting and event spaces
Checking In: The Celino, South Beach Miami
Small Luxury Hotels member The Celino is set to open its doors in the very heart of the city’s Ocean Drive. This luxury boutique retreat will be housed across three art deco buildings, including the prestigious former Park Central Hotel.
COMO launches new culinary journeys
COMO Hotels and Resorts has announced a collection of unique ‘Culinary Journeys’, designed to blend cooking classes and gastronomic experiences with stays at the brand’s luxury portfolio of properties.
Incentive inspiration: Delights of Dublin
Ireland offers a wealth of experiences, just waiting to be discovered by incentive groups. This sample incentive itinerary by Meet In Ireland, an inVOYAGE 2020 partner, explores the delights of Dublin and nearby County Wicklow, combining easily accessible locations with high-quality team-building activities. The 48-hour trip focuses on luxury, iconic Irish brands, and unique experiences.
SevenEvents’ magical Marrakech incentive itinerary
Firmly back on the pitch list for 2020, Marrakech allows for a truly unique incentive experience where you can squeeze an abundance into a short space of time according to regular inVOYAGER SevenEvents. Here the agency shares a recent incentive itinerary organised for a financial client in the magical destination…
The Big Interview… Kempinski CEO Martin Smura on the brand’s expansion
Following the recent news that 2020 inVOYAGE partner Kempinski Hotels has teamed up with 12.18 Group to create new luxury lifestyle concept, 7Pines Kempinski, we caught up with the group’s CEO Martin Smura on the partnership and Kempinski’s plans to expand to more than 100 luxury properties by 2021…
Checking In: Hotel President Wilson, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Geneva
This striking Luxury Collection Hotel, facing the serene Lake Geneva, and just minutes away from the Rue du Rhône with its Mont Blanc backdrop is one of the most desirable properties in this chic location.
Virgin Limited Edition launches Alpine wellness breaks
The mountains have always provided an incredible ambience to clear one’s head, so it’s fitting that Sir Richard Branson’s retreat, The Lodge, is now welcoming groups for wellness breaks high in the Swiss Alps.
Incentive Research Foundation releases 2020 Trends report
A growing emphasis on the experience economy, reporting and analysis, managing risk, personalisation, and increasing demand for long haul destinations are among the key trends impacting the incentives industry this year, according to the newly released IRF (Incentive Research Foundation) 2020 Trends Report.
First look: Airelles Chateau de Versailles set for summer opening
Versailles is set to welcome another majestic property to its impeccable grounds, as the much-awaited Airelles Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle opens its doors this summer. And here’s a sneak peek at designs for the newest luxury addition to the Airelles portfolio.
Three of the best incentive experiences in Vietnam
Vietnam’s incentive star is set to continue its ascendance in 2020 and beyond – so lucky then that inVOYAGE 2020 partner Destination Asia has a number of exciting experiences to delight travellers to the country.
Top Banana’s ultimate events guide to Peru
Peru is still relatively undiscovered as far as the world of events and incentives go. Undeveloped in most parts, it’s the perfect destination to see more of an ‘un-touched world’ that still has great transportation links and incredible activities (not forgetting one of the wonders of the world). Here’s Top Banana’s guide on taking delegates to this South American Country…
Six luxury travel trends for 2020
Upskilling escapes, dispersed hotels and conscience-free cuisine have been named top luxury travel trends to look out for in 2020 by Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH).
Hyatt opens two properties in Manchester
Hyatt has made its debut in Manchester with the launch of two hotels in the city’s landmark building “The Lume.”
Amstar unveils new signature experiences in Mexico
Those brilliant folk at Amstar DMC have come up with some new signature experiences that are certain to feature on many a discerning traveller’s bucket list.
Checking in: White Elephant, Palm Beach
Opening this Spring following a full renovation, the gorgeous White Elephant is beacon of Nantucket hospitality and Palm Beach chic.