Departure Lounge
Top Luxury Travel Advisors Orchestrating The Best Travel Experiences. Proud Virtuoso member.
An innovative luxury travel agency based in Austin with global reach, experience, and presence.

At this week’s Virtuoso Forum, Departure Lounge was awarded in three distinctive categories for Highest Annual Growth: Hotels and Resorts, Tours, and Cruises. 🍾✨
Kudos go to our team of outstanding travel advisors, who achieved an overall year-over-year sales increase of over 70% doing what they do best: making happy travelers. 🧡 Something made possible thanks to the solid partnerships and collaboration with our equally outstanding travel partners, as well as the incredible support and network of Virtuoso.
✨Feeling all the gratitude...and ready for more!✨
📸: the magical Butterfly House

Kung hei fat choi! Travel is ssssssssso much better with a by your side. Shed the old and shine into the new year: [email protected]
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via Azamara Cruises 📸 : Two years from now, you could be on a World Cruise.
Imagine 188 nights, 37 countries, 15 exclusive events, 65 late night and overnight stops, and $40,000 worth of inclusions.
Embark on a journey beyond imagination, and visit the world's most celebrated and hidden gems. Your itinerary:
🔸05 - 23 January🔸 From San Francisco, sail to O'ahu, Maui, and Bora Bora
🔸23 January - 07 February🔸 Tahiti, Samoa, and Fiji
🔸07 - 22 February🔸 Auckland, Hobart, and Sydney
🔸22 February - 14 March🔸 Sydney, Kangaroo Island, Singapore
🔸14 March - 02 April🔸 Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong
🔸02 - 16 April🔸 Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing
🔸16 - 30 April🔸 Seoul, Kobe, Tokyo
🔸30 April - 17 May🔸 Tokyo, Alaska, Vancouver
🔸17 - 24 May🔸 Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco
🌊 Reach out to your today to learn more: [email protected] 🌊 Because the best way to see the world just may be to sail the world.🌊

Right this way to meet one of our newest Partners: The Lanesborough, a timeless icon in the heart of London.
Step into a world of Regency-era elegance, where history and luxury intertwine. From around-the-clock butler service to panoramic views of Hyde Park, every detail of your stay is designed to exceed expectations and delight every sense and sensibility. (We see you, Anglophiles and Austen fans).
Just steps from Buckingham Palace and London's finest landmarks, your stay is a full immersion in the city as an experience. Meanwhile, back at your London home away from home...
🍴Indulge in modern British cuisine at The Lanesborough Grill
🍸Sip handcrafted cocktails in The Library Bar
✨Rejuvenate at London’s most exclusive Club & Spa
🐈Seek out Lilibet, the loveable (and hypoallergenic!) resident floof; a Siberian Forest Cat
🔹And when you travel through 31 May 2025, you'll enjoy a Complimentary Fourth Night free on an incredible stay that includes the most elevated of treatment, priority for upgrade, daily breakfast, and more.🔹
Just brilliant: [email protected]

Happy Birthday Keith Waldon!
You keep it kind, you keep it real, and keep it going in ways that inspire us all to dream big and go bigger in this beautiful world of ours.
Buon compleanno, tanti auguri, with many more to come.
Now go blow out those candles on that tequila bottle and get this party started!

via The Lodge at Blue Sky 📸 Giddy-up to an all-season getaway nestled in the heart of Utah's Wasatch Mountains, and make a luxurious escape into nature. Surrounded by 3,500 acres of unspoiled wilderness, the retreat blends adventure with relaxation.
Guests enjoy exclusive access to horseback riding, fly fishing, heli-skiing/snowboarding, and hiking through breathtaking landscapes; then balance out all that activity with time to relaxx and renew at the Edge Spa.
Reserve with your and saddle up for more: priority for upgrade, daily breakfast, resort credit, and more.
Come and get it y'all: [email protected]

Today, we look to Martin Luther King Jr., a man who continues to inspire so many by appealing to the best within us. May we remember his words, rise to embody his ideals, and stand strong, speak out, and take action for justice, equality, and love.
Always.

We’ve got your next beach vacation covered, from A to Z: Anguilla to Zemi Beach House. 🌴
Be dazzled by this secluded getaway with its tropical gardens, pristine white sand, and brilliant blue waters. 🌊Nestled on six acres of of Shoal Bay East, includes 75 guest rooms and one- to three-bedroom suites with private furnished balconies.
Make your way to the spa, housed in an authentic 300-year-old Thai house reimagined with a raw juice bar, vitality pool, and the island’s only hammam. ☀ Dine and delight in a variety of restaurants and bars, including the Rhum Room, where you can sample more than 100 small-batch, single-estate rums. ☀ And enjoy all that while basking in the warm, personalized service that makes Zemi a standout for a serene Anguillan getaway.
✨Even more inviting? Stay 5+ nights and enjoy 20% off your stay when you travel through 31 October 2025.✨ As always, that includes the benefits that come when booking with a : priority for upgrade, daily breakfast, resort credit and more.✨
Away to Anguilla: [email protected]
Perched at the edge of the Caribbean, Anguilla offers a serene paradise where turquoise waters meet pristine white sands. 🌊 Named the Caribbean’s top island for four consecutive years, this coral and limestone gem boasts 33 of the world’s most breathtaking beaches.
And beyond the natural beauty—you’ll find an island of warm welcomes, vibrant culture, and easygoing charm. ☀ From stunning sunsets and uninhabited cays to panoramic vistas and endless ocean breezes, Anguilla invites you to unwind, explore, and embrace its tranquil magic.
Always your guide, always Anguilla: [email protected]

via Regent Seven Seas Cruises 📸 Balance business with breathtaking views or simply savor the ease you’re used to on land – Regent now makes it more seamless than ever.
Following the installation of Starlink internet across The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet®, guests in suite
categories from Deluxe Window and up will now enjoy two WiFi logins as part of their All-Inclusive Cruise
Fare, while Concierge Suites and above will continue to enjoy four logins.
Stay productive—or simply stay in touch—with reliable WiFi for messaging apps like WhatsApp and Facebook
Messenger (also included in your fare!). And for those seeking even faster connections, an optional streaming upgrade is available for purchase, tailored to the length of your voyage.
✨Even more wow: reserve by February 28 to enjoy a FREE 2-Category Suite Upgrade plus 50% Reduced Deposits and 20% Off select voyages.✨
Anchoring your journey, the benefits that come from booking with your :
elevated treatment, shipboard credit, and more.
Always connected : [email protected]

Today’s full moon has us thinking of a new place you’ll want to hang your hat starting this summer: One&Only Moonlight Basin, opening in Big Sky, Montana.
Gorgeously described as “An alpine resort for all seasons, where off-piste glamour meets epic Montana adventures”, it’s a place that invites a .
Consider this an invitation to reach out to your today, so they can inform you just as soon as booking opens. Or use the link in our bio to get acquainted.
With love to the moon and back:

When there are no words, it helps to take action.
We have such gratitude for all the helpers out there, from good neighbors to first responders, who are doing just that.
In our corner of the world, the travel industry, that includes those hotel and hospitality partners stepping up to do what they can to provide a safe place, a retreat, an escape for evacuees from the ongoing devastation of the California fires.
If you're in need, please reach out to your or DM so we can connect you with someone who can help.
💔❤️🩹❤️

via the island of Anguilla 📸 : We can’t get enough of this Caribbean gem -- and will be sharing more about the destination this month.
Venture with us to an island that captures hearts (and makes plenty of top-destination lists!) with its powdery white sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and laid-back charm. 💙
Known for its warm hospitality and luxurious resorts, this tropical paradise serves a perfect blend of relaxation and indulgence. 💙 Visitors adore the island’s world-class dining scene, vibrant culture, and uncrowded shores that feel like your own private escape. 💙 Whether you're strolling along Shoal Bay, savoring fresh seafood at a beachside restaurant, or exploring hidden coves by boat, Anguilla’s serene beauty and generous spirit make it impossible not to fall in love.
And to find your perfect island home-away-from home, reach out to your . We’d love to tell you more about the only Virtuoso-designated Ultraluxe resort , the luxe-but-laidback , and many more of the partners that treat our guests with priority for upgrade, daily breakfast, resort credit, and more.
💙Always Anguilla: [email protected]💙

Oh look, it's your Planuary A-Team!
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Every luxury travel advisor, along with our stellar hotel, cruise, and destination partners, is ready to make all those vision board, bucket list, "let's be more spontaneous", if-not-now-when travel dreams a reality.
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DM, visit the link in our bio, or reach out to [email protected] and let's get started on your year to TwentyTwentyThrive.
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Shift 2025 into 202*thrive* with a focus on experiences that light you up, spark new connections, and shine bright in both the moment and the memory.
And if that includes travel? Just know we're on the same wavelength.
✨Happy New Year friends, travelers, partners, clients, and those we've yet to meet. May we all find joy in the journey. ✨

Last of 2024 via Alila Ventana Big Sur 📸 If you need a holiday from the holiday season, ooooh let’s go hang at Alila Ventana Big Sur.
Tranquility meets breathtaking beauty on California’s rugged coastline, with towering redwoods and sweeping ocean views. 🌊 As an adults-only, all-inclusive retreat (read that again!), you’ll find a sanctuary for rejuvenation in a serene setting.
Your luxurious hideaway includes experiences personalized to your interests; from forest bathing to stargazing, from hiking miles of trails to tasting local wines and cuisine, from relaxing en suite in your own hot tub to – well -- more relaxing with a spa treatment inspired by the natural surroundings.🌿
Adding to the experience: the elevated benefits that come from booking with your : priority for upgrade, daily breakfast, resort credit, and more.
Just say ahhhhhhh: [email protected]

Cue private island vibes and set your sights on new Partner Moskito Island.
Opulence meets the pristine beauty of the British Virgin Islands on estates often described as “super yachts on land”. Each estate offers world-class amenities and the privacy of your own secluded paradise, redefining the all-inclusive, tailored Caribbean escape.
We work with a dedicated Estate Manager to craft an itinerary to match your preferences down to the finest detail. ☀Every moment is an adventure, curated by expert guides who design personalized outings for an extraordinary exploration of the island's natural beauty. ☀Every meal is a masterpiece, prepared by world-class private chefs who create bespoke menus for an unforgettable culinary journey. ☀Every detail is tended to by hand-selected crew, ensuring exceptional service and the most elevated of experiences.
From private beaches to infinity pools and curated adventures, Moskito Island is a destination for those who seek unparalleled luxury and exclusivity.
And how does a week away on a private island sound? For a limited time, you can stay 7 nights for the price of 6.
☀Let's make it personal☀[email protected]☀
Consider this a beautiful teaser for Wave Season; that time of year from January to March, when cruise lines offer the best in added value and extras. 🌊
Aqua Expeditions redefines exploration with their intimate vessels, expert-led excursions, and tailored itineraries. 🌊 Off-the-beaten-path journeys offer unparalleled access to some of the world's most captivating and untouched destinations – including explorations of the lush Amazon, the serene Mekong, the remote coastal waters of Indonesia, and the vibrant, wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands.
The ships themselves are intimate by design, accommodating a select 20 - 40 guests to ensure a personalized and luxurious experience. 🌊 With sophisticated decor inspired by the regions they explore, these floating sanctuaries blend modern elegance with local influences, making the ships as extraordinary as the journeys they take you on.
🌊 Be one of the first to catch this Wave Season, and reach out to your today. 🌊
It’s all smooth sailing from here: [email protected]
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Departure Lounge makes the travel planning process enjoyable and rewarding. We have a team of travel planning specialists to assist you with any destination or type of travel that interests you. As a member of the prestigious Virtuoso international travel network, Departure Lounge has access to amazing complimentary upgrades and perks for its travel clients.
When you visit the lounge, we make sure you’re comfortable with a beverage of choice and lots of resources to look into options for your next adventure. Our travel advisors meet with clients by appointment. Let us know the destination or type of trip you want to plan, and we’ll select the perfect advisor to work with you. We have more than 20 specialists here in the Austin area, and we have 50 more across North America.
Departure Lounge also hosts frequent travel events, so let us know if you’d like to be added to our Austin invitation list. Our events always give you an opportunity to learn from an expert about a destination and/or a type of travel.
For the same price or lower that you would have paid directly, Departure Lounge can often reserve a trip for you that includes some special perks, upgrades and/or amenities. Plus, by working with a Departure Lounge advisor, you’ll have someone to watch out for you before, during and after your trip.
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