The Lux Collective hosts Airtours Discovery Event to strengthen strategic partnerships with Europe’s leading luxury tour operators
10 October 2025
Award-winning global hospitality group The Lux Collective recently hosted the Airtours Discovery Event in Mauritius at the Bisou Rooftop of LUX* Grand Baie. This exclusive gathering brought together 50 top-producing agency directors from the German-speaking markets, reinforcing the Group’s long-standing partnership with Airtours, one of Europe’s foremost luxury tour operators.
A strategic alliance in luxury travel
Since its inception, Airtours has been a benchmark for luxury travel across Europe, curating exceptional journeys for discerning travellers. By hosting this event in Mauritius, The Lux Collective not only reaffirmed its strategic alliance with Airtours but also demonstrated its commitment to further strengthening its presence within key European markets.
The event enabled senior leadership, together with the PR and Sales & Marketing teams of all LUX* properties in Mauritius, to engage closely with decision-makers shaping luxury travel demand. It was designed as both a networking platform and an experiential showcase highlighting the culinary expertise of each resort, to immerse them in the signature LUX* hospitality.
Showcasing the Mauritian LUX* properties through Taste
Renowned for its creative dining concepts, The Lux Collective embarked the partners on an exquisite culinary roadshow across its Mauritian resorts. Guests discovered diverse gastronomy of each different LUX* hotel and its signature restaurant, presented by its international team of talented chefs:
- Amari at LUX* Belle Mare - refined indian cuisine designed by Michelin star Chef Vineet Bhatia, led
by Chef Giandev Mungroo and Chef Mahabeer Singh - INTI at LUX* Grand Gaube - authentic Peruvian flavours by Chef Pedro Burgos
- EAST at LUX* Le Morne - Thai-inspired delicacies by Chef Suksan Supprasert
- Ai KISU at LUX* Grand Baie - contemporary Asian dining by Chef Ram Rai
Reinforcing Mauritius as a preferred luxury destination
The event underscored The Lux Collective’s mission to curate Life Extraordinary travel experiences rooted in creativity, authenticity and sustainability. With its distinctive portfolio of 18 resorts across the world, each of them is uniquely positioned yet unified by the shared vision and commitment for excellence. The Group continues to shine and lead the curve in luxury hospitality leadership in Mauritius, attracting luxury travellers from Europe to the vibrant island of Mauritius.
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