Swan Hellenic Joins Virtuoso Collection


Swan Hellenic, a pioneer in cultural expedition travel, has joined the exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners of Virtuoso, which includes over 2,300 preferred suppliers in 100 countries, spanning luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour operators, and other travel entities.

Patrizia Iantorno, Chief Commercial Officer of Swan Hellenic, highlighted that Virtuoso’s acceptance process is selective and that the reputation enjoyed by Virtuoso-affiliated agencies for their great dedication to clients perfectly aligns with Swan Hellenic’s bespoke service approach. This is why the company is honored to become a partner. Iantorno also stated that this inclusion will offer new sales and marketing opportunities to the network’s luxury travel advisors and their clientele, noting that Virtuoso agencies worldwide generate on average (in the United States) $28-32 billion annually, making the network the most significant operator in the luxury travel sector.

By joining Virtuoso, Swan Hellenic will now establish direct relationships with leading travel agencies in North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. These prestigious suppliers can market to Virtuoso clients through the network’s channels and agencies via multiple communication channels and events, including Virtuoso Travel Week, the most important global event for luxury travel.

Virtuoso represents the leading global network of travel agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel, comprising over 1,200 agency locations with more than 20,000 travel advisors in 54 countries across North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. Based on its privileged relationships with over 2,300 of the best entities in the travel sector, the network offers its clientele exclusive services, unique experiences, and privileged access to top-tier destinations.

Swan Hellenic offers unique exploration experiences worldwide on boutique ships featuring elegant interiors, expansive outdoor spaces, and expedition-dedicated facilities, combining comfort, luxury, gourmet cuisine, and attentive, personalized service, making each cultural expedition journey a unique experience. A distinctive feature of the company is certainly the presence of internationally renowned experts who engage guests not only with fascinating lectures but also by accompanying them on land expeditions, ensuring 360-degree exploration. For this reason, the company has had the privilege of joining Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio.

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Giorgia Lombardo

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