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Italy is topping the list of popular destinations for 2026, according to members of luxury travel community ASMALLWORLD, with China coming in second place. The enduring popularity of Italy is driven largely by repeat visitors, according to ASMALLWORLD CEO Zain Richardson. “Almost all of the luxury travellers who mention it have already been…

Fine dining is losing its formality in Asia Pacific as diners trade white tablecloths for comfort, creativity and connection, according to Marriott…

Demand for luxury travel is on an upward curve with Africa a standout destination, according to 360 Private Travel Founder and CEO James Turner. In a…

Travellers in 2026, according to Hilton’s newly released 2026 Trends Report, “The Whycation – Travel’s New Starting Point,” are redefining the journey and choosing trips that begin with purpose, not just a place. The question won’t be, ‘Where are we going?’ instead it will be, ‘Why are we going?’ The report - which included insight from 14,000…

Despite speculation that international travellers are shying away from the US, Virtuoso Global Luxury Traveller Report 2025 has revealed otherwise.

Australia and New Zealand have re-emerged as trending markets for long-haul travellers from North America, says Alex Sharpe, President and CEO of Signature…

Exploration and personalised experiences continue to be a priority for travellers from Australia and New Zealand, with a growing trend towards maximising value without compromising quality, according to global network Virtuoso.

Virtuoso's Misty Belles, Global PR, shared insight from its 'data warehouse' at Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas last week to help paint a broader picture of…