How to Pick the Perfect Luxury Travel Agency

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The Oberoi Vindhyavilas Wildlife Resort Opens in Bandhavgarh

India’s wild side just got a luxury upgrade. The Oberoi’s newest gem, The Oberoi Vindhyavilas, offers plush tented suites just minutes from Bandhavgarh National Park — prime tiger-spotting territory. Tribal artistry meets five-star indulgence. TTW

Jungle explorers, this one’s for you.

Aman Nai Lert Bangkok Debuts April 2, 2025

Aman lovers, start packing. Aman Nai Lert Bangkok is opening in April, bringing 52 sleek suites wrapped in lush park views. Jean-Michel Gathy’s signature design blends old Bangkok charm with Aman’s signature calm. Oh, and there’s a 1,500 sqm Aman Spa to melt your stress away. HOSPITALITY DESIGN

Air France Unveils Opulent First-Class Suite

First-class is back in the spotlight, and Air France just upped the ante. Their new first-class suite is pure elegance — plush interiors, smart design, and a clear message: premium travelers still reign supreme. While other airlines experiment with reducing the size of their first-class cabins, Air France demonstrates that luxury remains timeless. REUTERS

It looks like legroom is making a comeback — and so is the art of arriving well-rested instead of resembling a pretzel.

Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship's Grand Makeover

The Queen Elizabeth cruise ship just returned from a three-week glow-up — and she’s looking fabulous. With fresh interiors and improved amenities, she's all set to charm Miami, the Caribbean, and Alaska. The queen’s still got it. MORNINGSTAR

Because even a queen knows when it's time for a little Botox and a fresh wardrobe.

A Guide to Korčula, Croatia, a Hidden Gem on the Dalmatian Coast

While crowds flock to Dubrovnik and Hvar, savvy travelers are discovering Korčula—Croatia's lesser-known Dalmatian treasure. From Pržina's rare sandy shores to Bilin Zal's kiddie-pool depths, this island delivers “Mediterranean: magic without the markup. Proizd offers splendid isolation for the socially selective, while Pupnatska Luka serves views that no filter could improve. CN TRAVELER

Think of it as Croatia’s best-kept secret — and lucky you, now you're in on it.

How to Choose the Perfect Luxury Travel Agency

Imagine this: For months, you have dreamed of the ideal luxury getaway: a calm villa with a view of the Amalfi Coast, Michelin-starred dining, and first access to only known local hidden treasures.

And really, who hasn't let such daydreams flourish during those countless Zoom meetings?

Imagine now this rather sad narrative turnabout.

After a long trip, you get to your destination. Your dream villa in Amalfi, and you discover that:

Your "luxury villa" looks remarkably like the fixer-upper your cousin insisted on purchasing. You know the one: non-existent air conditioning, a leaky roof, and a fascinating population of local insects not highlighted in the brochure.

That reservation with Michelin stars you asked for? Your travel agent seems to have an interesting view of calendars.

And that promised special wine-tasting trip? Let's say exclusivity seems to mean you and thirty of your closest strangers packed on a tourist bus.

These travel mishaps are more than just cautionary stories told over coffee, and happen more than you can imagine; they are the expected result when travelers ignore the knowledge of a reputable Luxury Travel Agency, perhaps more sadly, rely on one with dubious credentials, or decide to book everything by themselves online.

But match yourself with a really knowledgeable travel consultant, and see how your experience changes rather remarkably:

Your villa not only meets expectations but also surpasses them with careful details like a wine refrigerator full of choices that fit your taste and a personal concierge who anticipates your needs before you express them.

Your dining plans are carefully planned ahead, with maybe a surprise chef's table experience set through your adviser's personal connection, not left to chance.

Regarding that wine tasting?

It turns into a personal vineyard trip run by the owner themselves, with vintage choices hardly seen in the family cellar.

The differentiator is?

A sophisticated mix of deep knowledge, developed relationships, and painstaking attention to detail—qualities that set unforgettable trips apart from just average ones.

But we, as travelers, have to do the work, and for that, we have created a thorough Luxury Travel Agency Checklist.

A carefully written document meant to help you choose the best travel partner and avoid perhaps expensive mistakes.

Think of it as your covert friend in making sure your next luxury trip runs exactly as planned, maybe even better.

Global Events to Keep on Your Radar

March 20 – April 30, 2025

🏃‍♂️ World Athletics Indoor Championships
📍 Nanjing, China | 🗓️ March 21-23, 2025
Athletics fans, this one’s for you. The world’s top indoor track and field athletes battle it out in Nanjing — expect fast sprints, high drama, and record-breaking moments.

🏎️ Formula 1 Grand Prix Shanghai
📍 Shanghai, China | 🗓️ March 21-23, 2025
Shanghai’s iconic circuit returns to the F1 calendar, and let’s be honest — the real race here is between Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes fans in the VIP lounge.

🐎 Grand National
📍 Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool, England | 🗓️ April 5, 2025
It’s less about the finish line and more about the hats — but this legendary horse race still promises intense competition (and the occasional dramatic upset).

⛳ The Masters Tournament
📍 Augusta National Golf Club, USA | 🗓️ April 10-13, 2025
Golf's most iconic tournament returns to Augusta. Expect lush greens, dramatic putts, and a new owner for that coveted green jacket.

🏎️ Bahrain Grand Prix
📍 Sakhir, Bahrain | 🗓️ April 11-13, 2025
Formula 1 heads to the desert as Bahrain’s night race dazzles fans with sunset skies, strategic pit stops, and blistering speed.

🏅 Boston Marathon
📍 Boston, USA | 🗓️ April 21, 2025
The world’s oldest annual marathon returns, welcoming elite runners and weekend warriors alike to Boston’s historic streets.

🏃‍♀️ TCS London Marathon
📍 London, UK | 🗓️ April 27, 2025
Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and thousands of runners chasing their personal best — London’s iconic race offers both grit and glamour.

🕺 Entertainment That Steals the Show

🎡 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
📍 Indio, California, USA | 🗓️ April 11-13 & 18-20, 2025
The desert’s coolest festival returns with chart-topping headliners, mind-blowing art installations, and enough glitter to rival the Milky Way.

🎨 Culture, Creativity, and Timeless Traditions

🌸 Spring Equinox
📍 Worldwide | 🗓️ March 20, 2025
Celebrate the start of spring with nature’s grand awakening — from Japan’s cherry blossoms to Mexico’s pyramid light show at Chichen Itza.

🖼️ Art Paris
📍 Grand Palais, Paris, France | 🗓️ April 3-6, 2025
Expect a stunning showcase of modern and contemporary art with a distinctly European flair — and yes, it's Paris, so there’s no shortage of wine and cheese to complete the experience.

🛋️ Milan Design Week
📍 Milan, Italy | 🗓️ April 7-13, 2025
Fashion's favorite city transforms into a creative playground for this global design showcase — expect jaw-dropping installations and innovative ideas at every turn.

It’s better to travel well than to arrive

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