GMITE 2025

New for 2025, the “Trends & Topics” day, where thought leaders will present various subjects driving the
industry’s current and future business including global geopolitics and travel policies/advisories, the growth of
bleisure, and the growing client demands for authentic travel experiences to audiences from both GMITE and Luxury Travel Advisor's ULTRA Summit.

In an era where discerning travelers and high-impact events demand more than just opulence, the travel industry can’t afford to let a changing global and generational landscape take a back seat. This dynamic, TED-style panel unpacks the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of luxury travel and meetings.

From redefining trust and safety to prioritizing human sustainability, we’ll explore how ethical responsibility is becoming the new currency of influence. Discover how sustainability in meetings goes beyond greenwashing and into meaningful action. Gain insight into the silent crisis of mental distress within our industry—and how to build a culture that supports well-being without sacrificing excellence. Finally, as Gen Z and Gen Y reshape the workforce, learn what it takes to attract, engage, and retain the next generation of industry leaders.

This isn't just a discussion—it's a wake-up call.

Join us for an eye-opening session that will challenge perspectives, spark action, and redefine the future of luxury travel and meetings.

Join this panel discussion and explore the evolving landscape of luxury travel and how the very definition of luxe continues to evolve. Learn from the experts as they focus on critical opportunities in luxury travel and meetings, including quiet luxury, wellness and health, the heightened focus on safety, luxury spend (from mocktails to plane tails) and the influence of the HENRY and millennial demographics on the luxury market. Leave with concrete ideas for meeting the needs of luxury consumers, today and tomorrow. 

Learner Outcomes: 

1. Understand the Evolving Definition of Luxury: Gain insights into how the concept of luxury has shifted and what it means for today's discerning consumers. 

2. Explore Technological Innovations: Learn what trends are impacting travel decisions and how to implement new strategies to meet consumers’ needs. 

3. Apply Key Consumer Trends: Discover the latest trends in wellness, safety and the preferences of high earners not rich yet (HENRYs) and how they impact the luxury market.