**Elevating the Luxury Travel Experience: Inside GTC’s 2024 ‘Elevate Connections’ Events**
Luxury travel is more than just opulence—it’s about crafting unforgettable experiences. For professionals in this niche, Global Travel Collection (GTC) is revolutionizing the industry with its *Elevate Connections* events in summer 2024. Planned across three iconic cities—London, Los Angeles, and New York City—these gatherings promise innovation, networking, and valuable insights, setting a new benchmark for the luxury travel ecosystem.
### **Fostering Collaboration and Innovation**
GTC’s *Elevate Connections* series isn’t just another networking event; it’s a purpose-driven forum designed to bridge the gap between visionary travel advisors and leading supplier partners. Angie Licea, President of GTC, highlighted its mission: *“These events provide the perfect forum for our advisors to share ideas, gain insights, and build meaningful relationships with supplier partners, all while empowering them to create extraordinary journeys for their clients.”* At its core, the series is dedicated to collaboration, innovation, and professional growth—key elements that redefine travel as an art form.
### **The 2024 Schedule: A World of Opportunity**
Luxury travel aficionados can anticipate a bespoke experience at each *Elevate Connections* destination:
– **London, England** – On **19 June 2024**, the Hotel Café Royal will host the series’ kickoff. An intimate gathering, it will bring together 60 advisors and 80 supplier partners for boutique-style networking.
– **Los Angeles, USA** – West Coast luxury takes the stage at the **Fairmont Century Plaza** on **8 August 2024**, welcoming 200 advisors and 120 suppliers to one of the series’ largest showcases.
– **New York City, USA** – The **Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers** event on **19 September 2024** will close the series with a large-scale celebration of expertise and trend-setting discussions in the heart of Manhattan.
Each event is uniquely curated to address the needs of its region while maintaining GTC’s mission to leave participants inspired and well-connected.
### **What Makes ‘Elevate Connections’ Unique?**
Unlike traditional conferences, GTC’s events go beyond surface-level networking. The one-day gatherings are highly focused, offering actionable strategies to empower attendees. Workshops, discussions, and interactive experiences form the core of the events, creating an environment that encourages learning and the exchange of fresh ideas.
#### **Top Features to Anticipate:**
1. **Trend-Driven Sessions** – Dive into the future of luxury travel with in-depth discussions covering niche areas such as culinary travel, wellness retreats, and adventure tourism.
2. **Breakout Discussions** – Engage in sector-specific conversations, whether in leisure travel, corporate itineraries, or entertainment-focused journeys.
3. **The GTC Experience Room** – Explore tools and resources to take your services to the next level in a hands-on exhibition area.
4. **Leadership Panels** – Participate in “Ask Us Anything” sessions, offering direct insights from GTC’s leadership for clarity, strategy, and guidance.
These curated experiences are purpose-built to support GTC’s network of over 1,500 advisors (part of the Internova Travel Group), ensuring that participants leave with practical knowledge and new connections to refine their services.
### **Looking Ahead: The Road to 2025**
The *Elevate Connections* series is just the beginning. Angie Licea has also announced the return of GTC’s flagship *Elevate* conference in spring 2025. This biennial event, known for uniting the luxury travel industry’s leaders, aims to expand on the momentum of next year’s gatherings, presenting cutting-edge innovations and elevated opportunities.
### **Redefining Luxury, One Journey at a Time**
Beneath the polished veneer of workshops and networking sessions lies a deeper purpose: transforming travel into something that truly resonates with every client. As Licea eloquently stated, *“Our commitment to delivering extraordinary client experiences starts with empowering our advisors.”* GTC’s *Elevate Connections* events reflect this principle, standing as a testament to the power of collaboration and expertise in creating unforgettable journeys.
Whether you’re a seasoned luxury travel professional or an emerging advisor, *Elevate Connections* offers more than just industry insights—it provides the tools to enhance lives through the art of travel. With relationships and innovation at its heart, GTC invites you to mark your calendars and be part of this transformative community that’s reshaping the future of luxury travel.
Prepare for meaningful connections, groundbreaking ideas, and the inspiration to turn your clients’ travel dreams into reality.
