Classic Vacations Honored in the Regional Virtuoso Awards.
Classic Vacations® is honored to receive Virtuoso’s Top Producing Tour Partner, United States award for the third consecutive year, along with recognition for Highest Annual Growth: Wholesaler — acknowledgments rooted in strong partnership, consistency, and a shared commitment to supporting travel advisors. Full Announcement Media Roundup Classic Vacations® Dominates U.S. Luxury Travel Scene for Third […]
Classic Vacations 2026 Anniversary Sweepstakes
In 2026, Classic Vacations® is celebrating three milestone anniversaries with a year-long sweepstakes program highlighting Europe, the Islands of Tahiti, and Costa Rica. Throughout the year, travel advisors can earn chances to win by booking eligible travel and participating in destination quiz drawings. How to Enter Media Roundup Classic Vacations® Stages Contest for Advisors Linked […]
Classic Vacations® Shares 2026 Travel Inspiration in AFAR
AFAR featured Classic Vacations® in its New Year travel inspiration roundup, highlighting destination ideas tied to popular 2026 resolutions. The article includes expert insight from Classic Vacations CEO Melissa Krueger, who recommends Italy’s Dolomites for travelers looking to prioritize wellness and fitness through hiking, skiing, and restorative spa experiences. Read the full article on AFAR
Classic Vacations Hilton Incentive Roundup
Classic Vacations® was featured across leading travel trade publications for its limited-time Hilton Hotels & Resorts advisor incentive, which rewards travel advisors with an additional 5% commission on eligible bookings at participating Hilton Preferred properties. The bonus incentive program runs January 5 through January 31, 2026, and applies to travel taking place January 5 through […]
Limited-Time Hawaii Booking Offer Roundup
Classic Vacations® introduced a limited-time Hawaii booking incentive designed to support the islands’ tourism recovery while delivering added value for travel advisors and their clients. The promotion, Hawaii Is Calling: More Value, More Aloha, offers booking credits on qualifying Hawaii stays, with enhanced incentives for Maui. Classic Vacations Debuts Limited-Time Booking Offer for Hawaii Travel […]
Classic Vacations 2026 Luxury Travel Trends Report
Classic Vacations® released its first-ever Luxury Travel Trends Report, offering exclusive insights into booking behaviors, motivations, and emerging trends among discerning travelers. The findings are based on a survey of travel advisors booking Classic Vacations across leading consortia, including Travel Leaders Network, Virtuoso, and Signature, whose advisors serve U.S. luxury travelers. VIEW REPORT Media Roundup […]
Classic Vacations® CEO Shares Mentorship Work with Carmel Magazine
Carmel Magazine spotlighted Classic Vacations CEO Melissa Krueger and her work mentoring local students through CSU Monterey Bay, sharing how her global travel experience informs leadership, community involvement, and support for the next generation of hospitality professionals. Read the full article in Carmel Magazine ›
Classic Vacations® 2026 Vision Roundup
Classic Vacations is featured across leading industry publications as CEO Melissa Krueger unveils the company’s 2026 vision—centered on global expansion, innovation, digital transformation, and an advisor-first strategy designed to strengthen long-term success across the luxury travel ecosystem. Classic Vacations Sets Sights on Global Growth in 2026 — Luxury Travel Advisor Luxury Travel Advisor spotlighted Classic […]
Classic Vacations® Discusses Acquisition and Advisor Benefits in Insider Travel Report Interview
Insider Travel Report interviewed CEO Melissa Krueger about the recent sale of Classic Vacations to global travel technology leader TBO, exploring what the acquisition means for travel advisors. In the conversation with James Shillinglaw, Krueger shared that advisors can expect expanded hotel and resort inventory, new global destination access, and significantly more innovative technology—enhancing both […]
2025 Holiday Travel Forecast Roundup
Classic Vacations® is featured across leading travel publications highlighting the top holiday travel destinations and trends shaping the 2025 season. From wellness-focused escapes and villa buyouts to festive European markets and tropical retreats, these insights showcase how Classic Vacations continues to help advisors design unforgettable holiday experiences. Classic Vacations® Featured in TravelAge West’s Winter Travel […]