2020 Media Highlights
A transformative year that redefined luxury travel education and industry leadership
January - December 2020
Platform Launch Year
Industry Recognition
Featured Blogs
Video
Podcasts
Speaking
"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
Platform Launch
Built thriving community of luxury travel professionals
Platform Launch
Received multiple industry awards and recognition
Featured Blogs
Thought leadership articles that shaped the luxury travel industry conversation
September 2,2020 I By Ruthanne Terrero
Travel Advisor Roundtable:
Stuck in the Middle
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 By Cheryl Rosen
Travel Agents and First Travelers Ready to navigate a New World Order
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
The New Luxury Landscape
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.
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
Speaking Engagements
Keynote presentations and panel discussions at industry-leading events
October 29,2020
Focusing and Catering to a Luxury Market with Angela Hughes
2020 Achievements
Milestones and recognition that defined our inaugural year
500+
Students Enrolled
12
Course Launch
3
Students Enrolled
4.9
Students Enrolled
Key Milestones
Platform Launch
Successfully launched comprehensive online education platform
Industry Recognition
Received "Innovation in Travel Education" award
Community Building
Established thriving online community of travel professionals
Media Coverage
Featured in major travel industry publications