Connections Luxury, the international private community for decision-makers in luxury travel, brought the first-ever luxury travel trade show to New York City in mid-March. More than 160 senior luxury travel professionals attended the event, held in an experience-led format.
Connections Luxury Americas in New York City welcomed global luxury travel suppliers eager to connect with leading luxury agencies and buyers from across the United States, with a particular focus on the East Coast. The luxury buyers represented a collective buying power of $7.8bn.
Over two-and-a-half days, attendees from 33 countries took part in 1,226 one-to-one meetings alongside 16 immersive experiences designed to foster genuine connections.
Julie Coker, president and CEO of New York City Tourism + Conventions, said at the event: “We are experiencing two firsts. This is the first Connections event in New York City, and it is also the first luxury travel trade show to be hosted in the city.”
Event highlights included kicks off meetings and experiences at the Harmonie Club, the second-oldest members’ club in New York City and a private event at Bar SixtyFive atop the Rockefeller Center. The programme concluded with a viewing of the Metropolitan Opera’s company premiere of Moby.
Gregory Reeves, managing director, international at Connections Luxury parent company Jacobs Media, said: “Bringing the Connections Luxury experience to New York City has been a remarkable milestone for us. The enthusiasm and engagement from participants has reinforced our commitment to fostering genuine relationships in the luxury travel industry.”
For more information about Connections, visit: www.connectionsluxury.com
