Hello Palmaia! Our team recently visited this property in Mexico—and as you can see, had the best time. Check out more on some great resorts and what to do, where to eat & how to make the most of your time: firstinservice.com/f1rst-magazine…

We’re kicking off the month w/a look at some of the industry events our team went to recently, inc. IMEX America in Vegas, an F1S-exclusive event at @fstoronto, cocktails at Hard Rock Hotel NY, bowling with Abercrombie & Kent USA, and our exec team strategy sesh Gansevoort Meatpacking!

F1S CEO Fernando Gonzalez spent the last few days in Munich at Virtuoso Travel Chairman’s Event, an exclusive, invite-only annual event that brings together leaders of Virtuoso member agencies—and had a great time talking travel and connecting with old and new friends alike.

Think 🚢 is all tight quarters and show tunes? Think again. Things have changed over 30 years, and per our industry insiders is only getting better, esp. for families. Read on for some favorite family-friendly cruise lines—and 1 for when you're sans kids: firstinservice.com/f1rst-magazine…

“They’ve kept the same authentic feel of the original resort while creating a timeless sense of elegance & comfort,” says Willa of Eden Rock-St Barths which was renovated in 2019. Add in amazing rooms, chic beach bars, & attention to detail & it’s what dream beach vacations are made of.

We had a great time at the Virtuoso Travel Connects event in Madrid last week! Held at @editionmadrid, it was a chance to meet, talk, & (of course) connect with local suppliers, advisors, & agencies—as well as take in the hotel, which just opened earlier this year.

Getting ready for your first cruise? Then save this post! We tapped our expert advisors for their must-know advice—plus, we got the scoop on a few of the newest family-friendly cruise ships sailing this year and next: firstinservice.com/f1rst-magazine…

For many of us, when we think of last year or 2 years ago, being able to board a plane or pack up the car to see our loved ones & give them big hugs still felt out of reach. So in the spirit of gratitude, let’s hear it for how travel connects & unites us with the ones we love.

Happy Thanksgiving—from Colombia! In a tradition started by F1S cofounder @ e_e_reategui when she was living there, F1S’s Bogotá office got together this week to celebrate the holiday, complete with lots of delicious food and amazing company.

If your New Year’s Eve plans involve a trip to NYC, consider the VIP New Year’s Eve Gala at the R Lounge at Renaissance Hotels Times Square, which includes an awesome view of the festivities outside, plus dancing, live entertainment, and great food and drinks. Email us to book!

Now that Japan is officially reopened to tourists, we expect it to be a hotspot for 2023–& we can't wait to visit old favorites and see what's new. F1S advisors George and Ioannis did just that recently, visiting shrines & temples in Tokyo, taking food tours in Kyoto & much more.

Cannes rolled out the red carpet yet again last week for @iltm_events, an annual event that spotlights the best in luxury travel. From meeting w/ partners and suppliers to catching up w/ friends and industry leaders, we couldn’t think of a better show to close out the year with!

Been binging White Lotus? If it has you daydreaming about Sicily, you’re not alone: Turns out searches for “Sicily hotel” are up 400% (!!!). Here, we've got a #F1RSTLook on San Domenico Palace Taormina, a Four Seasons Hotel, w/ all the details on where it's set: firstinservice.com/f1rst-look/fou…

On tap for 2023? A number of luxury properties dotting the globe—from Mexico to Italy, Texas to Dubai—offer leading-edge amenities, innovative experiences, & a place for travelers to call home as they explore the world. Here, 12 of our most anticipated: firstinservice.com/f1rst-magazine…

Brainstorming family travel ideas when you get together over the holidays? F1S’s Shay Harrington was just aboard the new Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas and it’s a multi-generational dream. Here's what we mean: firstinservice.com/f1rst-magazine…

‘Emily in Paris’ fans this is for you: The chic Hotel Palais Royal, w/views of Place de Valois & Agence Savoir (hint: where Emily’s office is) has a fun promo where travelers can take in the great locale, enjoy a gift bag & opt for extras, like a private tour of the show's hotspots!

There’s so much to love about this time of year & one of our favorites is visiting holiday markets around the world. From Brussels to NY, they offer a chance to get into the seasonal spirit (lights! décor!) plus immerse yourself in the local culture, through gifts, foods, & more

Across our offices this week, we gathered with our F1S family to celebrate the holidays. First up? Toronto, where the festivities honored the season—and the opening of our new office! Special thanks to Belmond for hosting the evening and for their support & generosity.

Our holiday celebrations continued last week w/ our US teams! From Miami to NY to LA, we closed out the year with some of our closest partners and friends—and had such a great time! Special thanks to Rosewood + The Carlyle for hosting us in NY. Cheers to more gatherings in 2023!

From the 795-room, 17-restaurant Atlantis Dubai Royal Dubai to Mandarin Oriental' first property in Greece, to Auberge Resorts' Bowie House in Fort Worth, TX on tap, here are 12 of our most anticipated hotel openings for 2023: firstinservice.com/f1rst-magazine…