Virtuoso honored top luxury travel agencies and partners at the 2024 Regional Awards in Shanghai, recognizing excellence in sales, growth, and engagement across Asia.
Virtuoso, the world’s leading luxury and experiential travel network, hosted its annual Virtuoso Regional Awards on March 12, 2024, at the MGM Shanghai West Bund. The event honored top-performing travel agencies and partners from Greater China, North Asia, and Southeast Asia for their outstanding contributions to the luxury travel sector. These awards celebrated exceptional sales performance, business growth, and active engagement within the Virtuoso network.
This year’s ceremony was particularly significant as it marked the second edition of the awards for Greater China and the inaugural awards for North and Southeast Asia. With the inclusion of these new regions, Virtuoso reinforced its commitment to fostering luxury travel excellence across Asia. The event also welcomed new members, further solidifying the network’s influence and collaborative spirit within these key markets.
Virtuoso Strengthens Presence in Asia
In response to the evolving needs of its regional partners and luxury travelers, Virtuoso expanded its dedicated team in North and Southeast Asia in 2024. This move allowed the network to enhance its service offerings while catering to the unique demands of different travel markets across the continent.
Matthew D. Upchurch, Chair and CEO of Virtuoso, highlighted the critical role regional partners play in Virtuoso’s global success. He emphasized how the organization’s seven regional forums worldwide create opportunities for members to exchange insights, elevate their businesses, and shape the future of luxury travel.
Celebrating Excellence: Virtuoso Regional Award Categories and Winners
The Virtuoso Regional Awards were presented across three core categories: Most Engaged, Top Producers, and Highest Annual Growth. Each category highlighted travel agencies and partners who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the Virtuoso network and outstanding business success.
Recognizing the Most Engaged Members and Partners
Engagement is a cornerstone of Virtuoso’s collaborative philosophy, and this award celebrates those who actively contribute to the network’s growth and community.
- Greater China Member Winner: Charlotte Travel
- Greater China Partner Winner: Madrid Tourist Board
- North and Southeast Asia Member Winner: JTB Global Assistance
Honoring Top Producers in Luxury Travel
The Top Producer awards recognized agencies and partners achieving the highest overall sales performance across various travel categories, including cruises, hotels & resorts, tours, and on-site experiences.
Greater China Winners:
- Cruise: One Style Tour
- Hotels & Resorts: Little Shrimp Trip Info Company
- Tour: Charlotte Travel
- On-Site: Charlotte Travel
North and Southeast Asia Winners:
- Cruise: Deck 9
- Hotels & Resorts: Hotelux
- Tour: 360 Private Travel
- On-Site: Blue Sky Escapes
Greater China Partner Winners:
- Cruise: Silversea
- Hotels & Resorts: Rosewood Hong Kong
- Tour: Belmond Trains
- On-Site: Luxury Action – Finland
Recognizing Outstanding Annual Growth
Virtuoso also awarded travel agencies and partners who achieved the highest year-over-year business growth, reinforcing the network’s focus on continuous success and market leadership.
Greater China Members:
- Cruise: Jebsen Travel Group
- Hotels & Resorts: Little Shrimp Trip Info Company
- Tour: Curators of Travel
- On-Site: Charlotte Travel
North and Southeast Asia Members:
- Cruise: Blue Sky Escapes
- Hotels & Resorts: JTB Global Assistance
- On-Site: Blue Sky Escapes
Greater China Partner Winners:
- Cruise: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
- Hotels & Resorts: Conrad Tokyo
- On-Site: Sea Song Tours – Turkey
Virtuoso’s Impact on Luxury Travel and Future Growth
The Virtuoso Regional Awards not only recognize individual excellence but also reflect the overall strength of the luxury travel industry across Asia. As travelers seek more personalized, immersive, and high-end experiences, Virtuoso and its partners continue to set new benchmarks for service quality and innovation.
With its ever-expanding network of luxury agencies, travel advisors, and industry partners, Virtuoso remains at the forefront of the luxury travel sector. The 2024 Virtuoso Regional Awards reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to rewarding excellence, fostering collaboration, and delivering unparalleled travel experiences for discerning global travelers.
As the luxury travel industry evolves, Virtuoso is poised to lead the way in redefining exclusive travel experiences, ensuring that members and partners continue to thrive in an increasingly competitive and dynamic marketplace.
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