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Bless Hotel Madrid. Granted, the property has something of an unusual name, but it may be one that seasoned travellers will soon be firmly acquainted with, as the Bless Collection Hotels brand from Palladium Hotel Group, a new inVOYAGE partner for 2019, plans to roll out further new properties in cosmopolitan cities and international beachfront destinations starting with Ibiza this summer.

Think of chateaux in Provence and none could be dreamier than the gorgeous Chateau La Coste. Set between the striking Luberon Natural Park and vibrant Aix-en-Provence, the chateau is surrounded by a 200-hectare vineyard and has rapidly become a destination for travellers in search of fine wine, art, architecture and well-being.

It’s a tale of contrasts when discussing the importance of CSR and sustainability in the luxury events world. Depending on who you talk to – CSR is barely on the agenda at all, or it’s so important that it’s becoming an integral part of business pitches.

Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way is a sensational journey of soaring cliffs and buzzing towns and cities, of hidden beaches and epic bays, making it the ideal backdrop for unforgettable incentive experiences. inVOYAGE partner Meet in Ireland’s ‘Adventures on the Wild Atlantic Way’ is a sample small-group incentive itinerary offering three days of escapism in County Kerry featuring luxury accommodation, local cuisine and exciting outdoor activities in one of the most picturesque destinations in the world…

Hospitality group sbe has announced the launch of new luxury lifestyle brand House of Originals in partnership with Accor.

Pistonheads have long known that Germany is a desirable destination for road trips – with its beautifully maintained roads – and the Black Forest is ideal for supercars with its challenging terrain.

Turnberry’s five-star resort has just upped its accommodation game with the launch of a series of new Cottage Suites, which date back to 1902.

Set on the gorgeous Andalusian coast, near the hills of Casares and close to Sotogrande, Marbella and Málaga, lies the Finca Cortesin. Designed in the style of a ‘finca’, this is traditional Spanish accommodation at its very best – from the antique terracotta floors through to the wooden doors salvaged from castles and the pastel tones inside.

As if Paris didn’t have enough fine restaurants to choose from, one of the grandes dames of the culinary scene is back, gifting Saint-Germain-des-Prés with a new brasserie to visit.

10 hotel openings that luxury event planners are most excited by

Few places encapsulate the contrast between the classical elegance of the old world and the dynamic modernism of the new world like Russia’s twin metropolises of Moscow and St Petersburg. Bucket-loads of history and culture, ultra-chic venues, and the latest technology combine to offer up some truly unique experiences. With offices in both cities, Abercrombie & Kent Russia DMC, an inVOYAGE 2019 partner, reveals some of its top suggestions…

This striking Raffles property opened on 1 June last year in the heart of the Polish capital, taking over the site of the historic Hotel Europejski which dates back to 1857.

Luxury hotel brand Aman is moving into the high-end events and experiences market with the launch of Atma, which will offer a series of immersive encounters around the world.

From Cambodia to Costa Rica and Nepal to Namibia, we shine the spotlight on the top six emerging destinations that luxury planners are most intrigued by in 2019 and beyond according to our recent research. Expect to see these up and coming countries find their way onto more incentive pitch lists, if not this year, then certainly within the next couple of years. And here’s why…

As if London didn’t have enough classy restaurants already, this March sees the launch of a new high-end hotel eatery that is set to have discerning foodies clamouring for a table.

Winner of the coveted TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards, ranking top of the 25 Best Hotels in Africa list, the Constance Prince Maurice is a spectacularly romantic property, hidden away in a secluded Mauritian setting.

Find out the top ten destinations planners are booking for luxury events this year, according to our exclusive research…

The consolidation in the high-end hotel market continues with the announcement that IHG has snapped up luxury lifestyle Six Senses brand in a $300m deal.

The luxury hotel brand is expanding its presence in the Russian luxury hotel market with plans for a new Moscow property, which will be its second hotel in Russia.