Austria’s most recognised tourism representative in Australia, the highly esteemed Astrid Gruchmann-Licht, has been back in the country this week to promote the 60th Anniversary of The Sound of Music and the events that will take place in 2025 to celebrate the classic musical.

Luxury travel show Luxperience has reported “overwhelmingly positive feedback” for its 2024 event which wrapped up on Friday with a cocktail event to thank industry partners and advisors for their support.

Owners from Link Travel Group member agencies are arriving in Cairns today and heading to the consortia’s annual Owners Retreat, held at the award-winning Reef House in Palm Cove, North Queensland.

My Cruises, renowned for its hand-crafted cruise package holidays, yesterday hosted an exclusive “Afternoon of Luxury” at The Boathouse Rose Bay, Sydney launching and celebrating the elegance and sophistication of Explora Journeys to My Cruises customers. More than 100 guests gathered on to enjoy an afternoon of refined hospitality, including French champagne, canapés, and premium beverages while learning about the exciting offerings for 2025 and 2026 from My Cruises and Explora Journeys.

The 2024 Luxperience ‘Luxe Awards’ Winners were unmasked last night at a glamorous celebration of the most inspiring and innovative contributors in the luxury travel industry. The Masquerade-themed celebration was a fitting way to officially mark the opening of the 2024 luxury industry showcase and recognise the excellence and the creativity of the leading travel industry participants who are transforming travel into an artform of meaningful experiences and unforgettable journeys.

Highly acclaimed destination management company, IC Bellagio, marked 25 years of operation with a bellissimo three-day event earlier this month in Italy.

MTA – Mobile Travel Agents recently celebrated the achievements of over 90 Platinum and Platinum Elite Advisors with an exclusive weekend in Hobart.

Global International Travel in collaboration with Belmond, hosted an exclusive client evening of storytelling and conversation at the A-Esque Atelier, in Melbourne late last month. The gathering, moderated by Grant Pearce, Creative Director of Esquire Australia and Commercial Content Director of Harper’s Bazaar Australia, brought together Global clients to immerse in Belmond’s philosophy on “The Legendary Art of Travel” and its commitment to connecting discerning travellers with the world’s most extraordinary destinations.

Tokyo Tourism has partnered with Collette to offer a select group of travel advisors an unforgettable educational experience during a luxury ‘Japan -Past & Present’ tour. The trip, which featured a curated mix of traditional and modern attractions, allowed travel professionals to gain valuable first-hand knowledge of Tokyo’s ever-evolving landscape.

Virtuoso took its popular On Tour Cruise event to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Auckland last week – its last events of the year.

Aussies will be able to visit Peru’s legendary Machu Picchu without even leaving the country thanks to the imminent launch of the Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru exhibition at Sydney’s Australian Museum.

Earlier this month, West Hollywood Travel + Tourism Board and Visit Los Cabos partnered to showcase their latest luxury experiences to five luxury travel advisors from Luxury Travel Collection.