Travel trends are changing how and when people plan their trips, from Europe’s evolving shoulder season to longer multi-destination vacations, yacht-style cruising and travel inspired by the night sky. Here are four luxury travel trends from Virtuoso Travel Week 2026 that I think are particularly interesting, and what they could inspire for your future travels. Happy Thursday, Hidden Gem Travel community!
Stockholm is built across fourteen islands, with an archipelago stretching eighty kilometers beyond it and an art gallery hidden in its subway system. Here’s how to spend two post-cruise days: the Vasa shipwreck, a boat out to the islands, and the neighborhood most visitors don’t see. I’m getting a flurry of emails from my vetted partners with their holiday availability.
A rainy day in Helsinki taught me the right way to visit Finland. Here’s what to do in port — plus a one-week Finland itinerary worth extending your trip for. August is winding down and in early September, and multiple Hidden Gem Travel clients are off to Italy and France. In fact, I’ll be in both countries in December attending
I heard something on a podcast this week that is true for me. There’s real joy in simply having a trip on the calendar. The anticipation is half the magic. Having something to look forward to, imagining where I’ll be, counting down to departure. All of it gives everyday life a little more sweetness. Can you relate? Onto this week’s topic, Tallinn
Riga has Europe’s largest covered market, 800 Art Nouveau buildings, and prices that will surprise you. Here’s what to see — plus a second Latvian port worth knowing about. Summer is winding down (and school starting for many) but travel is heating up! If you have fall or festive travel ideas in the back of your mind, respond to this email
Bornholm is a Danish island in the southern Baltic where Danes and Swedes go to slow down, and where few Americans go at all. Here’s why it became my favorite unexpected day of the cruise — the hyper-local food, the coastal bike paths, and the ten thousand years of history in a very small museum. If you read my recent
Can you believe we’ll turn our calendars to August this weekend? Summer 2026 has flown by. Hidden Gem Travel clients have had amazing travels in Japan, Alaska, Scotland, England, France, Ireland, Portugal and more. If these places inspire you for next summer, reach out to me now so your trip is on my radar. We will discuss your preferred destination
Two days in Copenhagen left me wanting more. After studying abroad here during college, returning years later felt both familiar and wonderfully new. I arrived two days before boarding Silversea’s Silver Dawn for a Baltic cruise, giving myself time to explore one of Europe’s most charming capitals before setting sail. Those extra days turned out to be one of the
From all-suite accommodations and butler service to destination-inspired dining and expedition-worthy itineraries, here’s why Silversea Cruises continues to set the standard for ultra-luxury travel—and why I keep sailing with them. If you’ve been considering a luxury cruise, chances are you’ve come across Silversea Cruises. As a Virtuoso travel advisor, I’ve recommended Silversea to clients for years, and I’ve also experienced
India is one of the world’s most rewarding destinations—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. For many travelers, the idea of visiting India can feel overwhelming. The reality? With the right itinerary, trusted guides, and exceptional hotels, India becomes an unforgettable journey filled with culture, history, wildlife, luxury, and moments that stay with you forever. In Part 1 of
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