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Leading luxury travel network, Virtuoso(R), and its award-winning magazine, VIRTUOSO LIFE, are pleased to announce the winners of the prestigious Best of the Best Awards. This is the third year Virtuoso has reviewed its collection of more than 800 world-class properties and recognized the hotels, hospitality professionals and hotel chains that are setting new standards in luxury travel. VIRTUOSO LIFE Publisher, Terrie Hansen, and Virtuoso Hotels, Destinations & Tours Vice President, Albert Herrera, revealed the award winners during the August 19th Hotels & Resorts dinner at Virtuoso’s annual Travel Mart conference — the largest event dedicated to luxury travel — held at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, NV, August 16-21, 2009.
“The hotels, hotel company and individuals named as Best of the Best this year have earned this honor in every respect,” says Albert Herrera, Vice President of Hotels, Destinations & Tours for Virtuoso. “They consistently set new standards in what we, and our clients, expect. Today, luxury is no longer defined by physical attributes, but rather the ability to transform travel into an experience that reshapes lives and brings people closer together. This increased ‘Return on Life(TM),’ as we termed the philosophy at Virtuoso, comes in many forms and we’ve selected the hotels and individuals that exemplify this concept with every guest and within their own communities.”
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Now in its 8th year, ILTM 2009 (International Luxury Travel Market), has, once again, assembled the world’s definitive collection of luxury travel experiences, showcasing a variety of the most prestigious luxury travel products and services to over 1,200 of the most discerning international luxury travel planners and buyers.
From the most sought-after destinations, to ultra-luxurious accommodation, the ultimate in hospitality, and elite transportation, a focus on exceptional quality and personal service as well as life enriching travel and adventure experiences will help inspire the experts and planners of luxury travel itinerary design.
Taking place from 7-10 December in Cannes, ILTM has already confirmed the attendance of exhibitors representing the ultimate in luxury travel.
Exhibiting at ILTM for the first time is Turkey’s Mardan Palace Hotel which opened this year as “the most luxurious resort in the Mediterranean and Europe’s most expensive hotel”, new destinations include Comité Territorial du Tourism de Saint-Barthélemy, Jamaica Tourist Board, Dominican Republic, Cotelco Caragna de Indias (Columbia), Leading Companies Ltd, Finest Lagoon Resort (St Barts). Other new products include Royale Indian Rail Tours, Soho House Group, Domaine de Luxe, Ayana Resort & Spa and Tiara Hotels and Resorts.
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As a top marketing and public relations expert in luxury travel, hospitality and real estate as well as one of the “Top Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales & Marketing,” Karen W. Escalera certainly is well-acquainted with the luxury travel market. Last month, she published her thoughts on what she calls the “seismic shift” in the luxury travel industry.
Acutely aware of the industry’s re-invention, Escalera follows savvy luxury retailers as they navigate the re-inventing market. From strategic business alliances to keeping up with social media, Escalera points out key points for creating new paths in the luxury travel market.
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Discerning travelers and luxury travel professionals have recently revealed their predictions for luxury travel trends for 2010 and the future. Naming everything from niche luxury cruises to personalized adventure travel in undiscovered regions, industry professionals have contributed their ideas about the future of luxury travel.
Reflecting the current economic setting, many luxury travel professionals comment on new bargains, noting that “it’s more about value for money at a given price bracket than about branding or concept right now.” Many luxury hotel and tour operators will thrive in the current environment if they are able to show why it’s worth paying a bit more to get something extraordinary. Indeed, this sense of looking for an unusual experience is a definite rising trend.
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Combine two great loves of art and travel with this collection of stylish hotels and insider concierge services. Found around the world, these boutique hotels and personal curators blend one-of-a-kind design and knowledgeable expertise to create memorable and aesthetically pleasing luxury vacations.
From New York to Miami to Paris, Rome, Turkey and back again, see the world from an artist’s point of view. Visit some of the most renowed museums and private galleries on a tailor-made luxury vacation attending to every detail right down to your favorite Picasso period. All of these properties and services take an innovative spin on the luxury travel market: art.
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Italy is more than just olive oil and pasta. Europe’s sassy boot seduces discerning travelers with the unforgettable taste of la dolce vita. Savor the tantalizing appeal of one of the world’s most popular destinations by booking your next luxury vacation in Italy. Start the trip off in style with private aviation to your private villa or luxury resort.
Smeralda International Service is a unique private aviation service based in Porto Cervo, a famous Italian seaside resort in northern Sardinia. The family business was established in 2006 by Angelo, Tomaso & Corinna Corda and aims to support the distinguished heli-charter companies visiting the luxury resorts Smeralda International Service each year. provides accommodating deluxe private flights to elite and corporate customers visiting the Costa Smeralda in Sardinia.
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Leading luxury travel network, Virtuoso(R), and its award-winning magazine, VIRTUOSO LIFE, are pleased to announce the winners of the prestigious Best of the Best Awards. This is the third year Virtuoso has reviewed its collection of more than 800 world-class properties and recognized the hotels, hospitality professionals and hotel chains that are setting new standards in luxury travel. VIRTUOSO LIFE Publisher, Terrie Hansen, and Virtuoso Hotels, Destinations & Tours Vice President, Albert Herrera, revealed the award winners during the August 19th Hotels & Resorts dinner at Virtuoso’s annual Travel Mart conference — the largest event dedicated to luxury travel — held at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, NV, August 16-21, 2009.
