2020 Media Highlights

A transformative year that redefined luxury travel education and

industry leadership

JANUARY - DECEMBER 2020

2020 Media Highlights

A transformative year that redefined luxury travel education and

industry leadership

JANUARY - DECEMBER 2020

2020 in Review

6

ARTICLES PUBLISHED

1

PODCAST INTERVIEWS

1

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

2

INDUSTRY PANELS

2020 in Review

6

ARTICLES PUBLISHED

1

PODCAST INTERVIEWS

1

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

2

INDUSTRY PANELS

"2020 was the year that transformed how we approach luxury travel education. Despite unprecedented challenges, we emerged stronger and more innovative than ever."

- Angela Hughes, Founder & CEO

Platform Launch

Launched comprehensive online education platform

Community Building

Built thriving community of luxury travel professionals

Media Recognition

Received multiple industry awards and recognition

"2020 was the year that transformed how we approach luxury travel education. Despite unprecedented challenges, we emerged stronger and more innovative than ever."

- Angela Hughes, Founder & CEO

Platform Launch

Launched comprehensive online education platform

Community Building

Built thriving community of luxury travel professionals

Media Recognition

Received multiple industry awards and recognition

Featured Article

September 2,2020 I Luxury Travel Advisors

Angela Hughes joins fellow advisors to tackle pandemic challenges.Navigating closed borders, rethinking fees, and pivoting luxury travel. Gain real-world strategies for client retention, revenue adaptation, and growth amid industry upheaval.

May 1,2020 I Travel Agent Central

Industry experts unpack the post pandemic landscape from health protocols and private charter trends to safety first service models. Discover tips for adapting itineraries, leveraging virtual consultations, and delivering peace of mind luxury experiences.

September 2, 2020 I By Ruthanne Terrero

Angela Hughes joins Virtuoso and independent advisors to explore evolving luxury client needs, from private villas and safety protocols to bespoke experiences. Learn the key trends reshaping high-end travel and strategies advisors need to stay ahead.

Sept 29, 2020 I lLuxury Travel Advisors

Evaluation of familiarization trips during periods of uncertainty and disruption.

Sept 22, 2020 I lLuxury Travel Advisors

Analysis of extended European river cruise seasons and what near year-round operations mean for advisors and clients.

Featured Article

September 2,2020 I Luxury Travel Advisors

Angela Hughes joins fellow advisors to tackle pandemic challenges.Navigating closed borders, rethinking fees, and pivoting luxury travel. Gain real-world strategies for client retention, revenue adaptation, and growth amid industry upheaval.

May 1,2020 I Travel Agent Central

Industry experts unpack the post pandemic landscape from health protocols and private charter trends to safety first service models. Discover tips for adapting itineraries, leveraging virtual consultations, and delivering peace of mind luxury experiences.

September 2, 2020 I By Ruthanne Terrero

Angela Hughes joins Virtuoso and independent advisors to explore evolving luxury client needs, from private villas and safety protocols to bespoke experiences. Learn the key trends reshaping high-end travel and strategies advisors need to stay ahead.

Dec 8, 2020 I lLuxury Travel Advisors

First-person destination report from Angela Hughes following an 11-day safari experience in Tanzania and Zanzibar, sharing on-the-ground insight into luxury safari travel, accommodations, and experiential design.

Sept 29, 2020 I lLuxury Travel Advisors

Evaluation of familiarization trips during periods of uncertainty and disruption.

Sept 22, 2020 I lLuxury Travel Advisors

Analysis of extended European river cruise seasons and what near year-round operations mean for advisors and clients.

Featured Video

Watch Angela Hughes unpack the key trends and strategic insights that

redefined luxury travel in 2021.

November 20,,2020

Insider Video: How One Luxury Travel Advisor Is Surviving the Pandemic

September 9,2020

Building Excellence in Luxury Service

Featured Video

Watch Angela Hughes unpack the key trends and strategic insights that

redefined luxury travel in 2021.

November 20,,2020

Insider Video: How One Luxury Travel Advisor Is Surviving the Pandemic

September 9,2020

Building Excellence in Luxury Service

Podcast Appearances

Color My World Humanitarian Angela Hughes

Angela Hughes joins co‑host Lynda Phillippi to discuss founding Color My World, melding humanitarian work with her luxury travel expertise at Trips & Ships and leading the Luxury Travel Social Media & Marketing Strategies Facebook group.

October 11,2020 I 36 minutes

Podcast Appearances

Color My World Humanitarian Angela Hughes

Angela Hughes joins co‑host Lynda Phillippi to discuss founding Color My World, melding humanitarian work with her luxury travel expertise at Trips & Ships and leading the Luxury Travel Social Media & Marketing Strategies Facebook group.

October 11,2020 I 36 minutes

Speaking Engagement

Keynote presentations and panel discussions at industry-leading events

October 29,2020

Focusing and Catering to a Luxury Market with Angela Hughes

Speaking Engagement

Keynote presentations and panel discussions at industry-leading events

October 29,2020

Focusing and Catering to a Luxury Market with Angela Hughes

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