inConversation… STB’s Carrie Kwik on safety, innovation & events in a post-pandemic world
Already established as a leader in the global MICE industry, Singapore’s robust and transparent handling of the Covid-19 situation has put the destination in a strong position to bounce back post-pandemic.
Kempinski to expand in Tanzania with three new properties
High-end hotel brand Kempinski has announced plans to open two safari lodges and a luxurious tented camp in Tanzania.
Meet the inCROWD: Esther ‘T Hoen @ W Amsterdam
In our latest inCROWD interview, we chat with Esther ‘T Hoen, senior sales manager at W Amsterdam, about why luxury is all in the detail, memorable events and never taking the easy road.
inConversation... Vodcast with Sidney Alonso, Avant Garde - The DMC Experts
Check out the fourth edition of our new inCONVERSATION Vodcast series where Richard catches up with Sidney Alonso
Six of the best luxury hotels for hybrid events
Many luxury hotels are responding to the increased demand for hybrid events by investing in new digital solutions and studios. From London to LA, here’s six we think are well worth checking out…
Meet the inCROWD: Nadine Comarmond-Peroomal @ Constance Hotels
In our latest inCROWD interview, we chat to Constance Hotels & Resorts head of groups and incentives Nadine Comarmond Peroomal about island life, perfectionism, family time and what luxury means in 2021…
Rosewood unveils post-pandemic wellness experiences
With wellness experiences predicted to be a major travel trend post-Covid, Rosewood has launched a new wellness concept directly responding to the effects of the pandemic on our minds, bodies and emotions.
Belmond announces new routes and suites on Orient-Express
Belmond has just announced some sensational new Venice Simplon-Orient-Express routes taking in Rome, Florence, Geneva, Amsterdam and Paris for the 2021 season.
The rise of ‘at home’ luxury and wellbeing experiences
The Covid-19 pandemic may have temporarily paused the global ‘experience economy’, but it has in turn created a whole new market for virtual at-home experiences, dubbed the ‘insperience economy’.
Keeping travel incentives alive
Travel and experiential incentives – proven to be one of the best ways to motivate and reward teams – are being reimagined to address ongoing restrictions caused by the global coronavirus pandemic…
Will the hybrid revolution accelerate the sustainable events movement?
Hybrid events are being touted as a key route to recovery for the events industry post-pandemic. But could embracing hybrid events also accelerate the industry’s transition to a more sustainable future?
inVOYAGE survey results revealed
Luxury event professionals remain optimistic that live events will return in 2021 despite the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, with sustainability, smaller group sizes and local events expected to be among the key trends, according to our recent survey.
The changing role of the DMC in a post-pandemic world
The role of the destination management company (DMC) in delivering luxury events and incentives looks set to shift considerably and take on new relevance as corporate groups start to look at their post-Covid travel plans.
inConversation... Vodcast with Ian Cummings, Global VP Commercial at CWT M&E
Check out the third edition of our new inCONVERSATION Vodcast series where Richard catches up with Ian Cummings.
Five luxury hotels for rejuvenating wellness retreats
With wellness set to be a key trend in luxury incentives and events when they return, we check out five luxurious European hotels from the inVOYAGE community of luxury travel brands that are ideal for getting away from it all…
inConversation… Melbourne CVB's Julia Swanson on the road to recovery
Melbourne has been impacted by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, but the team at Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) have worked hard to adapt with new digital and hybrid options, while putting in place strict health and safety procedures to enable the return of live events.
Oetker Collection announces new addition to portfolio
Oetker Collection has announced that The Woodward, a new hotel in the heart of Geneva, will be joining its exclusive portfolio this Spring.
Meet the inCROWD: Joel De Sousa @ Conrad Algarve
In our latest inCROWD interview, we chat to Conrad Algarve’s director of sales Joel De Sousa, who shares his passion for making connections, travel, motorcycling and running.
inConversation... Vodcast with Britte Ripke, Director MICE, Leading Hotels of the World
Check out the second edition of our new inCONVERSATION Vodcast series where Richard chats to Britte Ripke, Director MICE, and Area Director DACH Markets Leading Hotels of the World.
Richard’s Blog : Looking forward to 2021
With the festive season well and truly upon us, we reflect on what a year it has been… and perhaps “challenging” is the first word that springs to mind!