The Future Isn’t Slowing Down. Are You Ready?

From The Editor’s Desk (My Laptop)

The Expert’s Guild Is Growing.

When I started this newsletter, I imagined a simple goal: keep you informed, sharp, and a step ahead in the luxury travel space.

But after two years, The Expert’s Guild has grown into something more, not just a newsletter, but a community of travel professionals who are building, adapting, and asking bigger questions.

And that growth has made one thing very clear:
We need better ways to share, teach, and move forward, together.

That’s why this week, I launched The Expert’s Guild YouTube channel.
Not just for exposure. Not just for branding.
But because sometimes it's better to meet you where you are, with faster insights, clearer frameworks, and a more direct way to learn, implement, and evolve.

This isn’t about “being on video.” It’s about building something bigger than a newsletter.

We work in an industry defined by movement.

So The Expert’s Guild will keep moving too, into new platforms, new conversations, and new tools to help you lead with clarity and context in a noisy, automated world.

That’s the goal:
To give you real advantages.
To help you move faster and smarter.
And to make sure you never have to figure this out alone.

Because this?
This is just the beginning.

Signals & Moves

New York City Launches Libby, Its Own AI Travel Concierge

NYC Tourism has rolled out Libby, a multilingual AI travel assistant now live on its official website, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Built with GuideGeek (Matador Network), Libby helps visitors plan their trip with personalized, real-time answers across all five boroughs and in 60 languages. With America 250 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, this is NYC’s first major move into AI-powered destination support. Smart travelers will use it. Smart advisors will stay one step ahead. Travel Pulse

Journey Beyond Expands with Whale Shark Dive Tours in Western Australia

Australian luxury travel group Journey Beyond has acquired Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, a leading operator of whale shark tours in Western Australia. This move strengthens Journey Beyond’s position in experiential travel, adding marine wildlife encounters to its portfolio alongside trains, lodges, and cruises. Whale shark season runs from March to August, a prime opportunity for clients seeking bucket-list moments in uncrowded luxury. Luxury Travel Advisor

Aman’s First Yacht, Amangiri at Sea, Now Accepting Charter Bookings

Aman has opened early reservations for Amangiri at Sea, its first custom-built luxury yacht set to launch in 2027. The 600-foot vessel will feature 50 suites, multiple dining venues, a spa, and Aman’s signature minimalist elegance; this time, at sea. Full-ship charters are now available, signaling Aman’s commitment to ultra-exclusive private experiences across land and water. Clients looking for first access should move early. Luxury Daily (paywall)

The Marketing Corner

Want to Use AI in Your Travel Business Without the Overwhelm?

Over the past few months, AI has gone from novelty to necessity.
But if you’re like many travel professionals I’ve spoken to, you’ve probably thought,

“I can see the potential… I just don’t know how to use it consistently.”

That’s exactly what the new course AI Essentials for Travel Professionals is designed to solve.

It’s a clear, strategic system to help you:
– Write faster and better with prompts that work
– Turn client notes into proposals, posts, and follow-ups
– Use AI weekly in your business, without the burnout
– Train ChatGPT to speak in your voice (and remember what matters)
– Save hours every week while staying high-touch with your clients

This week, Founding Member access is now open.
You’ll get early access to the full course for just $97 (before it goes to $297 in September 1st), along with a few powerful bonuses I’ll share soon.

👉 Grab Yours Here

If you’ve been waiting for someone to help you make sense of AI, not just experiment with it, this is the place to start.

Global Events | August - September 2025

Extraordinary moments. Unforgettable settings.

Use these experiences to spark conversations, drive bookings, and elevate your role as a trusted lifestyle curator.

🎾 US Open – New York City
📅 August 24 – September 7
The final Grand Slam of the year always delivers: high energy, sold-out sessions, and A-list demand. If your clients are already headed to NYC in late summer, this is an easy upgrade. If not, it’s worth building an itinerary around.

Advisor Tips:
• Night matches offer peak drama (and VIP hospitality access)
• Best seats? Upper Promenade for atmosphere, Courtside for bragging rights
• Pair with luxury hotel perks through your preferred partners.

🎤 Coldplay – Wembley Stadium, London
📅 August 22, 23, 26, 27, 30, 31 + September 3, 4, 7, 8
This is it, the final 10 shows of Coldplay’s world tour. If your clients have been talking about it or missed them in their city, this is the closing window. Wembley packages are selling fast, especially for September weekends.

🦅 The Eagles – The Sphere, Las Vegas
📅 Sept 5–6, 12–13 • Oct 3–4, 10–11, 31 • Nov 1, 7–8
The Sphere is the hottest entertainment venue on the planet right now, and The Eagles bring a nostalgic edge to its cutting-edge production. Friday and Saturday nights only, making it a perfect anchor for a weekend escape.

Let our friends at Premium Ticket Hub know what you need. They’ll get the best option for you and your clients.

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