Disneyland Paris, à Deux
A mother-daughter trip to Disneyland Paris proves that some spontaneous decisions are the best ones. My first solo trip with my daughter started, as many mildly unhinged but ultimately great travel decisions do, with a flight sale. On Black Friday, direct round-trip tickets to Paris for Spring Break appeared in an ad like a fairy […]
The Rise of the “Momcation”
From Club Med’s mums-only retreats to postpartum recovery at Six Senses, resorts are designing stays that give mothers a real break. With Mother’s Day around the corner, the usual gifts can start to feel a little… predictable. A growing number of luxury resorts are responding with something more exciting than another potted plant: mom-specific travel […]
10 Trends Shaping Luxury Travel in 2026, According to the Virtuoso Luxe Trend Report
From crowd-free itineraries to multigenerational adventures, the 2026 Virtuoso Luxe Trend Report reveals how high-end travel is becoming more personal, purposeful, and experience-driven. In an era where luxury means more than fine hotels and first-class flights, the newly released 2026 Virtuoso Luxe Trend Report offers a window into how affluent travellers are planning to explore […]
Kensington’s Top Luxury Travel Destinations for 2026
Ancient civilizations, wild frontiers, and quietly compelling cities are rising to the top as luxury travellers rethink where they want to go in 2026. Kensington has released its list of top trending destinations for 2026, drawing on internal booking data and insights from its global team of destination experts. Here’s a look at the destinations […]
Contiki Unveils Key Travel Trends for Canadian Gen Z and Millennials
The tour operator’s annual “Voice of a Generation” survey reveals how Gen Z and Millennials plan to explore the world next year. Every November, Contiki takes the temperature of the next wave of travellers, asking thousands of Canadians aged 18 to 35 what’s actually shaping their plans for the year ahead. The 2025 edition of […]
Abercrombie & Kent Has Released Its List of Where to Go in 2026
From Kenya’s newest safari lodge to Peru’s hidden Incan citadel, these are the destinations luxury travellers will be talking about next year. After years of shifting travel priorities, 2026 is shaping up to be the year of meaningful exploration. According to Abercrombie & Kent, the luxury travel company that pioneered adventure by day and indulgence […]
Intrepid’s 2026 Not Hot List Reveals 10 Under-the-Radar Destinations
In a world where 80 per cent of travellers visit just 10 per cent of destinations, Intrepid Travel is steering adventurers elsewhere. The company’s 2026 Not Hot List, developed with trend forecasters Globetrender, spotlights 10 places often overlooked but poised to welcome visitors—from Central Asia’s vast mountain ranges to North America’s least-visited national park. Among […]
New report shows luxury travellers seek purposeful travel beyond the price tag
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 600 hotels across 80 countries, recently released its first Luxury Travel Report— a comprehensive luxury consumer trends study developed in partnership with The Harris Poll. The findings affirm that the desire for travel remains robust, with luxury travelers planning an average of […]
According to this survey, 61% of Canadians crave slow, restful travel
A recent Flight Centre survey conducted by YouGov suggests that 61% of Canadian travellers will prioritize slow and restful travel in 2025. That means choosing destinations away from crowds, opting for slower paced itineraries that highlight life’s simple pleasures, and leaving plenty of time to recharge, reflect, and refocus priorities. “Soft travel, or the ‘calm-cation,’ looks […]
Are these the top luxury travel trends of 2025?
Leading luxury tour operator Artisans of Leisure has compiled its latest Luxury Travel Trends List based on the company’s intimate knowledge of the luxury travel market. “Private, luxurious, highly personalized travel continues to be a priority for affluent consumers,” said Ashley Ganz, founder and CEO of Artisans of Leisure. “They feel that travel brings joy and inspiration […]