Travel + Leisure Brings World's Best Summit to London for First Time
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Travel + Leisure is bringing its World's Best Summit to London for the first time, marking a significant expansion of the event that has traditionally taken place in New York. The two-day summit, set for October 27 and 28, 2026, will bring together industry leaders, travel advisors, and executives to explore the latest trends and ideas shaping the future of travel.
The event will be hosted at The Dorchester, a flagship property of the Dorchester Collection, which has just completed a bold renovation. Jacqueline Gifford, editor in chief of Travel + Leisure, said, "London's global influence on travel and hospitality makes it an ideal location for our first international World's Best Summit. We are excited to convene diverse perspectives to discuss the trends and challenges facing the travel industry today."
The program will feature a range of discussions, including a conversation with Alan Cumming, an award-winning actor and host, about the power of travel and its role in creative success. Other highlights include a panel on the future of influence, exploring how media, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies are reshaping travel and culture. The summit will also delve into the evolving preferences of the luxury traveler and the rise of slow travel.
Featured speakers and panelists include Kit Kemp, creative director of Kit Kemp Design Studio and co-founder of Firmdale Hotels; Anna Kloots, entrepreneur and author; and Dr. Barbara Sturm, founder of Dr. Barbara Sturm Molecular Cosmetics. The summit will also feature industry leaders such as Sean Ghouse, director of retail at Fortnum & Mason, and Sunaina Sethi, co-founder of JKS Restaurants.
The event is sponsored by Accor Vacation Club, Destination Canada, Dorchester Collection, Explora Journeys, Explore Charleston, Hyatt Inclusive Collection, Minor Hotels, and New Orleans & Company. The World's Best Summit London aims to provide a platform for in-depth discussions on the latest trends and innovations in the travel and hospitality industry.
The World's Best Summit has established itself as a key B2B thought-leadership event in the travel industry, with three successful editions in New York. The London edition builds on this momentum, leveraging the city's unique position as a global travel hub to foster dialogue and collaboration among industry professionals.