Scenic Group heavy hitters Katherine O’Neill and Angus Crichton have both been promoted to support the growth and expansion of the Scenic and Emerald Cruises fleets.

Traveller Made’s decision to move its Essence of Luxury show beyond Europe wasn’t made lightly but is helping the luxury travel network tap into immense global potential, says Founder and President Quentin Desurmont.

Upgraded airport lounges and new Premium Economy cabins will form part of Korean’s service enhancement strategy, following the launch of its new livery and logo last month.

Emirates has reported an uptick in demand for premium travel as a growing number of travellers prioritise luxury and comfort for long-haul journeys

Accor has shared insight into its 2024 development activity and growth prospects for 2025 and beyond. In 2024, Accor expanded its portfolio with the opening of 293 hotels and resorts, adding 50,000 rooms. The increase saw Accor’s global network now comprise over 5,680 hotels and 850,000 rooms in operation, with an additional 1,381 properties and 233,000 rooms in the pipeline.

Fiji Airways has become the newest full member of oneworld® alliance, with a suite of benefits available to guests effective from today, 1 April 2025. The move comes after Fiji Airways was accepted and joined oneworld as an affiliate ‘Connect’ member in 2018. In June last year, oneworld revealed the Fijian carrier would move to becoming a full member.

PONANT EXPLORATIONS’ Le Commandant Charcot will visit Australia for the first time in February 2026 as the final destination of an Antarctic semi-circumnavigation, and the starting point of an exploration of Eastern Antarctica.

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa will join one of Crystal’s special 35th anniversary cruises this July, hosting a series of ultra-exclusive onboard dinners.

Atlas Ocean Voyages has witnessed a marked change in the brand’s audience in its relatively young operation, repositioning from a budget clientele to guests in the high-end luxury/expedition arena, says James Rodriguez, President and CEO.

Atlas Ocean Voyages is assessing a new expedition ship design, as the high-end small ship operator prepares to broaden its reach in the Australian market.

Australian luxury travel expert The Tailor has become a member of The Conscious Travel Foundation, a global community of travel professionals dedicated to creating a more responsible and meaningful future for the travel industry.

Member participation in Virtuoso’s new Social Media Content Centre has already exceeded that of its previous system in the few months since its launch, with initial feedback overwhelmingly positive, according to the luxury travel network’s Senior Vice President Marketing Helen McCabe-Young.