India is rapidly emerging as one of the world's most sought-after source markets for MICE and luxury travel, with global destinations and hospitality brands intensifying efforts to attract the country's high-spending corporate and premium leisure travellers.
Luxury travel is increasingly moving beyond five-star hotels and exclusive reservations, with ultra-high-net-worth travellers prioritising time, privacy and highly personalised experiences, according to Matthieu Schon, founder of international luxury concierge company Matt Concierge.
Blacklane, a global chauffeur service, and Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) have formed a partnership to enhance luxury travel experiences by integrating premium mobility and hospitality benefits.
The Lux Collective has announced that LUX* Belle Mare has joined the prestigious Virtuoso portfolio, which includes over 2,200 preferred partners across 100 countries.
Japan has overtaken Greece as the top international destination for luxury travellers in the UK and Ireland, while Thailand enters the top five for the first time, according to Virtuoso’s 2027 Luxe Report, highlighting growing demand for Asian travel destinations.
The 14th Annual Meetings Arabia & Luxury Travel (MALT) Congress 2026 will bring together Middle East travel leaders to explore the future of luxury and MICE travel, with Sands Resorts Macao as Platinum Sponsor.
Abu Dhabi will host the 14th annual Meetings Arabia & Luxury Travel (MALT) Congress, an exclusive congress that connects senior travel buyers with global brands to shape the future of luxury, business, and MICE travel, in February.
