Serandipians, the luxury travel group that rebranded from Traveller Made in 2021, are not shy when it comes to experimenting with new words and concepts.

Australian high-end department store, David Jones, and luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises showcased some of the latest cruise fashion and discussed travel trends at a special High Tea event this week in Sydney.

CT Partners marked its 20th anniversary on Wednesday night with a celebratory dinner – the biggest event ever for the consortia – where new and old members united under one roof. Around 2oo guests including industry partners, suppliers and select trade media (including LATTE) were present.

MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, the brand created by two hospitality powerhouses, MGM Resorts International and Marriott International, has this week begun accepting reservations for 16 iconic hotel and resort destinations. Additionally, Marriott Bonvoy Moments® inspired by MGM Collection – from curating the production of the legendary Bellagio fountain show to the heart-pumping thrill of aerial acrobatics with jaw-dropping Cirque du Soleil performers – will transform a stay into a once-in-a-lifetime memory.

Global investment firm, L Catterton, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a significant stake in luxury river cruise company, AmaWaterways, from a consortium of investors led by Certares.

Oceania Cruises has confirmed its 2026 Around the World voyage will be hosted aboard its newest ship, Vista. The highly anticipated inaugural 180-day voyage for the ship, launched in May 2023, will set a new bar with unparalleled comfort and convenience

Northern Escape Collection, the operator of a collection of Australian boutique sustainable lodges has this week rebranded as Morris Escapes.

Ensemble has announced the launch of Ensemble Beyond: Elevated Experiences which will debut with the luxury travel network’s annual event for top performers.

More than 500 guests are set to join the Australasian cruise industry’s biggest annual celebration this weekend as Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) hosts its 21st Cruise Industry Awards in Sydney.

Final preparations are underway to welcome Virtuoso’s Australia & New Zealand community to Bangkok for its annual Australia & New Zealand Forum, being held from 12-13 March.

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises has today announced a renewal of its partnership with luxury retailer David Jones for a second year.