focus . What you need to figure out is what puts your clients in a peaceful state of mind , with all their needs met .
Connecting with suppliers that offer what your clients are looking for and growing those relationships is important . And while finding suppliers you trust to care for your mutual customers is key , the attention to detail , the personalization and the luxury aspect all start with you .
You are the one who can make a luxury trip even better by paying attention to every detail . This starts from the moment your guests leave their homes . From something as simple as an airport transfer to more elaborate details like spa treatments , local experiences and choosing the best room available , it all matters . Take the time to make sure these vacations are exactly what your client is looking for , from start to finish . Help put them completely at ease in that luxury state of mind , whatever that means to them .
LUXURY TRAVEL TRENDS
With results from more than 2,000 agency members spanning 50 countries , the 2024 Virtuoso Luxe Report has identified five major themes among luxury travelers this year .
• NEW FRONTIERS : These clients are set on finding under-the-radar destinations and being among the first to explore them .
• THE PARTY CONTINUES : Celebration travel is still in full swing , and luxury travelers are prioritizing time with their closest friends and family .
• HONORING THE EARTH : Supporting destinations that have suffered natural disasters in a respectful way is top of mind , as well as a focus on sustainability .
• SMALL SHIPS , BIG POSSIBILITIES : Less is more , as luxury travelers are focused on intimate settings such as small vessels and yachts .
Photographer on the bow of the National Geographic Endurance , Beaufort Sea , Northwest Passage , Canada .
• AT EASE : Luxury travelers are not risking an unpleasant vacation and are putting their trust in professional travel advisors to create customized , laidback experiences .
Visitors enjoy the water in Mākena .
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