Luxury Escapes

As the year comes to a close, we at Luxury Escapes want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had in 2024! 🎀 This year has been nothing short of extraordinary! Here are just a few of the milestones and highlights we’re celebrating: Unforgettable Travel Experiences: We’ve helped thousands of travelers explore new destinations and create lifelong memories through our value-packed travel packages. Team Achievements: Our incredible team across Australia, Spain, the UK, New Zealand, India, Brazil, the US and beyond has worked tirelessly to make Luxury Escapes the go-to for dream vacations. Initiatives: From Pilates sessions and fitness challenges to International Food Day and office morning teas, we’ve focused on fostering a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture.   We’re immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished together this year, but none of it would have been possible without our amazing customers, partners, and team members. Your trust and passion for travel inspire us to keep dreaming big.   From all of us at Luxury Escapes, we wish you a joyous holiday season. Happy holidays and see you in 2025! #LElife #Travel #LuxuryEscapes #holiday

🎄✨ Wrapping up the year in style at Luxury Escapes! This month, our Sydney and Melbourne teams celebrated the festive season with two incredible Christmas parties, each with its own unique flair. 🌴 Sydney embraced the summer spirit with a fun-filled beach-themed celebration. 🎀 Meanwhile, Melbourne went all out with a Barbie-themed extravaganza, proving that life in plastic really can be fantastic!   These events were an amazing way to end the year and celebrate all the teams incredible achievements! The highlight of the nights was definitely the incredible holidays won, and the fabulous photo booths the team absolutely loved.   A huge thank you to everyone who helped organise these unforgettable celebrations—and to our amazing team members for another incredible year!   #TeamCelebrations #ChristmasParty #LElife #LuxuryEscapes

What a year! 🌟 Let's rewind and wrap up an incredible year at Luxury Escapes with a look at some of the 2024 accomplishments we have our team to thank for..      ✨ LuxPlus+ launched, offering members even more value and benefits.   ✨ Agent Hub is now empowering thousands of travel agents across Australia to bring the world's best escapes to their clients.   ✨ Introduced LuxList, recognising partners & celebrating excellence and operators our members love.   ✨ Luxury Escapes: The World’s Best Holidays Season 7 ranked #3 on Foxtel Lifestyle.   ✨ Launched our new Graduate Program for 2025.      We're enhancing the ways we make our partners shine, showcasing the abilities of our talented in-house team and celebrating award-winning milestones:  🏆 Most Outstanding Online Travel Agent – Australian Travel Industry Association National Tourism Industry Awards 2024.   🎉 Dream Magazine turned 1 and earned a Mumbrella Publishing Award nomination.   🏆 Top Travel Retailer & Marketplace – Power Retail All Star Bash.   ⛴️ CLIA in Australasia Awards nominee for 'Agency Promotion of the Year – Australia.'   🎁 2nd place for Gift Cards – Blackhawk Network Australia Summit.   🌎 Honored with the Travel South USA Ambassador Award.      Here’s to an even bigger 2025! 🎉     #LELife #LuxuryEscapes #travelnews #collaboration #celebration #opportunity #achievement #teamwork 

Luxury Escapes are thrilled to be recognised with the prestigious Travel South USA Ambassador Award at the recent Travel South International Showcase in Atlanta. 🏆👏 💡 🤝 This award recognises our team commitment to make major contributions to the tourism economy, including promotion of the South of the USA and supporting each of the state tourism organizations.   Meagan Fox, Senior Partnerships and Contracting Manager for Tours, proudly represented Luxury Escapes to receive this award, meeting with partners from  Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.    This showcase provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with new partners and experience the wonderful Southern hospitality with city tours of Atlanta, incredible events and topped off with a fantastic Tennessee famil with a stay at the famous Dollywood. 🤩 🌟 We look forward to continuing to grow our product in the South and promoting these wonderful destinations. Thank you Travel South USA!    Gate 7 #LELife #luxuryescapes #networking #travelsouth #award #teamwork #award #achievement #recognition #tourism #opportunity     

🌴 This November, Dean McCullagh and Alexis Cunningham had the privilege of representing Luxury Escapes at the stunning Los Cabos VIP Summit in Mexico🌊     From fostering new partnerships and strengthening bonds with existing ones, the energy, enthusiasm, and engagement was truly inspiring. At the Annual Los Cabos VIP Summit, we packed in 26 productive business meetings in just two days! The event was exceptionally well-organised, offering countless opportunities to connect, collaborate, and explore what makes Los Cabos such a sought-after destination.      Los Cabos offers something for every traveler:  ✨ Luxurious all-inclusive resorts for ultimate relaxation.  🌮 Authentic Mexican cuisine that delights every palate.  🦈 Unique adventures like swimming with whale sharks.  🌅 Iconic sunset cruises past The Arch in Cabo San Lucas.  🎨 The vibrant Art Walk in San José. But what truly sets Los Cabos apart is the warmth and hospitality of its people. It’s a destination that leaves a lasting impression, and we couldn’t recommend it more for anyone planning a North American itinerary. A special shoutout to Ana Paola Zevallos from Gate 7 for hosting us so wonderfully at the summit and a huge thank you to our partners for their outstanding hospitality, which set the tone for a seamless and productive trip. 🌟 #LELife #LuxuryEscapes #LosCabos #Networking #collaboration #teamexperiences #opportunity #VIPSummit 

Last week we were thrilled to host our very first Graduate Assessment Centre in both our Sydney and Melbourne offices. 🎓   Graduates participated in a thought-provoking case study and had the chance to connect with members of the Luxury Escapes team and each other, getting a closer look at how we work and the exciting challenges we tackle every day.   We were incredibly impressed by the graduates' ideas, energy, and fresh perspectives. It’s clear that the future of our industry is in great hands.   A big thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success. We’re excited to see what’s ahead as we welcome new talent to Luxury Escapes.   #GraduateOpportunities #TravelTech #LElife

A few weeks ago, 10 of our incredible Customer Experience team members had the privilege of heading to Bali for a Luxury Escapes organised Famil! ✈️   The journey began smoothly, with Malindo Air ensuring an on-time and hassle-free experience setting the tone for an unforgettable five-night stay.   The Itinerary - 3 Nights at The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas - Nusa Dua, Bali: A world-class beachfront haven that truly lives up to its reputation. - 2 Nights at Maya Ubud Resort and Spa Bali: Nestled in Bali’s lush jungle, it offered the perfect balance of serenity and luxury.   The Highlights - 11 Site Inspections: From the grandeur of The Apurva Kempinski Bali to the iconic Grand Hyatt Bali, they explored some of our biggest sellers, gaining invaluable insights into what makes these properties special for our guests. - Exciting Adventures: An adrenaline-pumping ATV experience in Ubud and a day of pure relaxation at the Tropical Temptation - Adult Only Beach Club and sound healing at Kappa Senses Ubud left everyone energised and inspired.   This Famil has not only strengthened relationships with key partners but has also equipped our team with deeper knowledge to deliver even better recommendations and experiences for our guests.   Here’s to many more adventures and continuing to showcase the very best of luxury travel! #LElife #Bali #LuxuryTravel #Partnership #Ubud #NusaDua #Luxury #Travel

🌊🌴A business trip to the Maldives? Yes please!🌊🌴 Over five sun filled days, Adam Schwab (Luxury Escapes CEO & Co-founder), Tom McMenemie (GM, Accommodation & LE Business Travel), and Michael Thompson (Senior Partnerships & Contracting Manager) explored the stunning Maldives, visiting new and existing partners across six incredible resorts. A huge thank you to Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives for welcoming our team with a private dinner 💯 👌 The team hosted a first-ever partner dinner in the region at the beautiful SO/ Maldives, welcoming 28 valued partners across two fantastic nights. Thank you to Olivier Moies-Delval , Stefano Ruzza , and the SO/ Maldives team for your impeccable hospitality.✨ With record-breaking room nights forecasted, 2024 is shaping up to be our best year yet in the Maldives! This achievement celebrates the power of partnership and our commitment to delivering exceptional travel experiences for our members. 🏖️ #LELIfe #LuxuryEscapes #Maldives #TravelExcellence #Partnerships  #tourism #networking #collaboration #opportunity #teambuilding 

🎉 We’re thrilled to share that our Director of Design, Amanda Tansi, has been recognised with a prestigious award in the travel tech industry! 🏆   This achievement is a testament to her dedication to creating seamless, customer-first experiences and leading a team of talented designers who bring innovation to life every day at Luxury Escapes.   Amanda’s visionary leadership and passion for creating seamless, customer-centric experiences have been instrumental in shaping the innovative design solutions that make Luxury Escapes stand out.   A huge thank you to Travel Weekly for celebrating all the incredible women in the Travel industry, it was an incredible night filled with exceptional women.   Congratulations, Amanda Tansi—this is so well deserved, and we can’t wait to see what’s next! 🚀 #LuxuryEscapes #TravelTech #Leadership #DesignInnovation #AwardWinning #LElife

🦃 🥧 Thanksgiving Comes to Chadstone at Luxury Escapes Retail Store thanks to Brand USA ✨ Last Thursday, the Luxury Escapes Chadstone Store invited our members and curious shoppers to experience a taste of Thanksgiving, as part of a week-long in-store USA spotlight.  Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering the wonders that make the USA a destination you can visit again, and again, and always discover something new. From diverse cultures and cuisines to incredible museums, festivals, and sporting events, the USA offers endless ways to immerse yourself in its rich culture. The evening’s highlight was an engaging panel discussion, hosted by Paul Gorman featuring travel and tourism experts Jodie Collins, Jeremy Drake, plus Jade Glashoff and Lexie Miliatis from Brand USA. Their discussions shared invaluable insights into planning the ultimate U.S.A adventure. ✨ Adding to the festive atmosphere, Thanksgiving-themed catering by Tommy Collins delighted our guests, along with welcome cocktails, a photo booth, and trivia games with exciting prizes. The USA is truly a destination to visit again and again with always something new to explore. Check out the hype below! #LELife #LuxuryEscapes #Chadstone #ThanksgivingEvent #TravelUSA #BrandUSA Toni Murphy Natalie Dickins Sam Linstrom