Globally recognized luxury travel strategist, CEO of Trips & Ships Luxury Travel, and founder of Luxury Travel University with 40+ years of expertise shaping the industry.
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Angela Hughes stands as a paragon in the luxury travel industry, renowned for curating exquisite experiences that captivate the discerning traveler. With an exuberant passion for mentorship and a trailblazing spirit, she has transformed how we think about luxury travel.
Under her astute leadership, a cadre of more than 70 LUXE advisors has ascended to the apex of high-end tourism, transforming the luxury travel landscape.
Founder of Luxury Travel University, former adjunct professor at BYU, and certified travel consultant since 1993 with a master's degree in Geography, Travel & Tourism.
Having personally explored over 104 countries, including nearly two years residing in Osaka, Japan, where she mastered conversational Japanese.
Angela's illustrious career spans over four decades, marked by the construction of bespoke luxury getaways that are the embodiment of elegance and personalized service. Her multicultural experiences include extensive time in Japan, where she deepened her understanding of hospitality and cultural nuance.
Recognized by Internova as part of the elite upper 1% of travel virtuosos, Angela's expertise serves as the cornerstone for elevating numerous host agencies and Destination Management Companies (DMCs) to achieve prominence in the competitive luxury sector.
Recognized globally for her expertise and leadership in the luxury travel industry.
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Beyond luxury travel, Angela champions sustainable humanitarian tourism through her nonprofit Color My World.
At the heart of her non-profit, Color My World, Angela champions the cause of sustainable humanitarian tourism. She orchestrates transformative trips that create ripple effects of positive change, leaving indelible impacts across communities globally.
Her approach combines luxury travel expertise with meaningful community engagement, ensuring that every journey contributes to lasting positive change while providing travelers with profound, life-changing experiences.
Angela's philosophy extends beyond creating luxury experiences—she believes in traveling with purpose, where elegance meets benevolence. This isn't just her vocation; it's her legacy.
Leading with empathy and purpose in every initiative
Creating positive change across continents and communities
Building a legacy of responsible, transformative travel
Recognized as a trusted voice in luxury travel by prestigious media outlets worldwide.
Esteemed media outlets seek Angela's sage wisdom, with her presence gracing prestigious publications and broadcasts as a revered travel oracle. Her insights resonate far beyond domestic recognition, establishing her as a global authority in luxury travel.
Recognized by Internova as an elite force within the industry, lauded as part of the upper 1% of travel virtuosos—a testament to her exceptional expertise and results.
Sought-after speaker and industry expert, sharing insights at conferences and events worldwide, shaping the future of luxury travel through thought leadership.
Capturing moments of excellence, leadership, and global impact.
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Speaking at prestigious luxury travel conferences
International travel and cultural immersion
Curating extraordinary travel experiences
Guiding the next generation of travel professionals
Years of Excellence
Four decades of transforming luxury travel
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