Leaders to discuss luxury travel trends at Ultra 2025

Private Luxury Events has announced the first speakers/panellists for its invite-only event, Ultra by Private Luxury Events, scheduled for January 26-30, at Atlantis The Royal in Dubai, aiming to redefine the ultra-luxury experience.

 

Ultra 2025 will feature a panel of industry leaders discussing key trends in luxury travel, including the generational wealth shift, experience-driven luxury, and innovation in new and emerging markets, shaping the next era of luxury travel.

 

The confirmed speakers/panellists for Ultra 2025 include:

 

Opening panel: The making of icons, from first impressions to lasting impact.

Closing panel: The Art of Authenticity: defining Ultra-Luxury for a new era

The discussion features diverse speakers discussing service enhancement, personalized travel experiences, timeless innovation, and emotional intelligence's role in defining ultra luxury.

 

"We are honoured to have such an impressive lineup of speakers and panellists at Ultra," said Christy Kuplic, Managing Director of Private Luxury Events. "These industry leaders are at the forefront of ultra luxury and will provide invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of experiential travel."

 

“As the luxury hospitality landscape evolves, so too does its most influential consumer base—from Baby Boomers to the emerging Zenials,” said MPS Puri, Founder of The P Factor. “This new generation, inheriting unprecedented wealth, values experiences over possessions and prioritises authenticity, purpose, and connection in their choices. At Ultra by Private Luxury Events, I look forward to exploring how we can create value-driven, memorable experiences that redefine luxury narrative for now and the future.”

 

Mary Gostelow, Founder, Girlahead commented: “This is the ideal rare chance to discuss a luxury future that will enlighten all participants.”

 

Filip Boyen, Global Ambassador, Forbes Travel Guide said: “At Forbes Travel Guide we exist to evaluate, support and celebrate all those with a passion for extraordinary service. It is all about forging emotional and lasting connections with our guests.”

 

Adam Sebba, Founder and CEO of The Luminaire said he was delighted to be attending Ultra by Private Luxury Events in Dubai: “Having heard so much about PLE's network, and program of global events I'm excited to be taking part myself and meeting so many other valuable attendees and joining a panel of esteemed speakers defining Ultra-luxury for a new era."

 

Kym Barter, General Manager and Senior Vice President of Operations at Atlantis said: “It is an honour to represent Atlantis Dubai at Ultra by Private Luxury Events, alongside a distinguished lineup of industry leaders. I look forward to discussing how we strive to innovate and deliver extraordinary experiences at Atlantis The Royal that continue to resonate with the modern ultra-luxury traveller.” 

 

Britnie Faith Turner, Founder, Aerial Group: “The luxury traveller of today seeks more than just opulence. They crave experiences that nourish their souls and rejuvenate their minds. At The Aerial, BVI, we’re redefining the luxury wellness experience through our new signature retreat, HEAL, which combines transformative longevity treatments with a sanctuary for deep alignment of mind, body, and spirit.” -TradeArabia News Service