Connections Luxury
UK & Ireland 2025
21-24 SEPTEMBER
MANCHESTER
UNITED KINGDOM
If you are seeking to reach more high-net-worth travellers from the UK and Ireland, this event gets you in front of the people who matter.
From 21–24 September 2025, Connections Luxury UK & Ireland will take place in Manchester, bringing together the region’s most influential luxury travel designers to meet global luxury brands through one-to-one meetings and immersive experiences.
Our programme will be centred at Manchester Hall, with evenings hosted at iconic venues including Manchester Art Gallery, 20 Stories and the grand finale at Manchester Cathedral.
📈 With the UK outbound travel market forecast to hit $175 billion by 2032 and international departures already surpassing pre-pandemic levels, this event offers an unrivalled opportunity to build lasting business relationships in one of the world’s most valuable luxury source markets.
Who is attending
120
Global Luxury Travel Suppliers
High-end Hotels, DMC’s, Tourist Boards, Cruise and Transportation
120
Regional Luxury Travel Buyers
Premium Travel Agencies, Concierge Companies, Wedding and Event Planners
BUYER REGIONS
85%
UK & Ireland
15%
Rest of World
A look back at 2024
“What an incredible experience at the Connections Luxury UK & Ireland 2024 event! I had the privilege of connecting with esteemed luxury buyers from the UK, Ireland, and around the world. This year marked a significant milestone—the 10th anniversary of the Connections community—celebrating a decade of the Connections Way.”
- Paola Bos, Sats Peru
Event partners and supporters
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Host Hotel
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![Hotel Gotham Manchester]()
Host Hotel
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![The Midland Hotel]()
Host Hotel
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![Manchester Accommodation BID]()
Event Partner
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![Marketing Manchester]()
Event Partner
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![Tokyo Timeless Temptation]()
Destination Partner
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![Tourism Ireland]()
Destination Partner
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![Madeira Promotion Bureau]()
Destination Partner
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![XO Private]()
Community Partner
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![Small Luxury Hotels of The World]()
Community Partner
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Community Partner
Apply for your place
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Welcoming leading luxury travel companies, hoteliers, cruise lines and tourist boards who are seeking to attract luxury travellers from the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Luxury Supplier
Luxury Buyer
Welcoming luxury buyers from the United Kingdom and Ireland, with a small international contingent, who want to meet leading travel companies from around the world.