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LUX Belle Mare joins Virtuoso's global luxury travel network
via Le Mauricien3 min read
The Lux Collective, a global luxury hotel group, announced that LUX Belle Mare has joined Virtuoso's portfolio of luxury travel partners. Virtuoso is an invitation-only network comprising over 2,200 preferred suppliers across 100 countries. This affiliation positions LUX Belle Mare among the world's leading luxury hotel establishments and connects it with Virtuoso's global community of elite travel advisors, supported by targeted marketing channels and industry events like Virtuoso Travel Week. The move also strengthens LUX Belle Mare's ties with major leisure travel agencies in Europe, North and Latin America, the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. Olivier Chavy, Chief Executive Officer of The Lux Collective, stated that Virtuoso represents the highest standards in luxury travel and expressed pride in LUX Belle Mare's inclusion in this prestigious community. He added that the affiliation enhances their ability to connect with guests seeking authentic moments, intuitive service, and tailored experiences. Located on the East coast of Mauritius, LUX Belle Mare offers suites and villas with interiors reimagined by designer Jean-Marc Tang. The hotel has received the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award for three consecutive years and features one of the island's largest lagoon pools, innovative dining options including Duck Laundry and Amari by Vineet, led by Michelin-starred chef Vineet Bhatia, and the LUX ME Spa.
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