Thursday, March 20, 2025
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is excited to announce that Classic Vacations has joined as a Regional Member. This collaboration emphasizes Classic Vacations’ dedication to partnering with industry leaders to elevate the luxury travel experience and support the sector’s ongoing expansion.
Established in 1978 and based in San Jose, California, Classic Vacations is a top-tier global luxury travel company. The company exclusively works with travel advisors to design and manage customized vacations and travel experiences for discerning travelers.
Specializing in a vast selection of premium global accommodations, exclusive tours, and bespoke travel planning services, Classic Vacations plays a crucial enabling role within the industry. Recognized as Virtuoso’s leading U.S. tour partner for two consecutive years, the company continues to set an exemplary standard in the luxury travel market.
By joining WTTC, Classic Vacations aims to collaborate with global industry leaders to shape the future of travel. As a trusted partner for travel advisors, the company is focused on fostering both technological and human-driven innovations, championing meaningful industry initiatives, and contributing to critical discussions on the evolution of luxury travel.
WTTC serves as the global voice for Travel & Tourism, bringing together top industry figures to promote sustainable growth, advocate for positive change, and develop policies that enhance the sector’s economic and social contributions.
Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, said: “We are delighted to welcome Classic Vacations to WTTC as a Regional Member.
“Their dedication to delivering exceptional luxury travel experiences aligns with our mission to foster a stronger, more sustainable Travel & Tourism industry. We look forward to collaborating to shape the future of the sector.”
Melissa Krueger, CEO of Classic Vacations, said: “At Classic Vacations, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive positive change in the travel industry. Joining WTTC allows us to contribute to key discussions shaping the future of luxury tourism and responsible tourism while further strengthening our partnerships across the global travel ecosystem.
“We are excited to work alongside fellow industry leaders to elevate the role of travel advisors in shaping extraordinary experiences.”
Classic Vacations is broadening its portfolio, highlighted by a new collaboration with Vrbo, granting clients seamless access to an extensive selection of instantly-bookable vacation rental properties.
Moreover, the company’s acquisition by The Najafi Companies in 2021 has bolstered its standing in the luxury travel sector, enhancing its tech-driven and personalized services while supporting continued growth across its platform.
With a firm focus on innovation, customized service, and industry cooperation, Classic Vacations is excited to actively contribute to the WTTC community.
