travel+leisure

CREATING AN INDUSTRY-LEADING ADVISORY BOARD THAT FUELS A SALES AND MARKETING ECOSYSTEM

CHALLENGE

To maintain their position as the industry-leading media brand for all things travel and lifestyle, Travel+Leisure needs to have their finger on the pulse of the marketplace and keep pace with the ever-present disruption and evolution. From increased competition and technology advancements, to a global pandemic and an accelerated recovery - T+L needs differentiated ways to serve, inform and inspire their advertisers, partners and readers.


solution

One of Strategic Vision’s founding clients, T+L has been a partner for over twenty years. Always recognizing the critical role Travel Advisors play in the success of travel-related brands and business, together we created the industry’s leading Advisory Board, where hand-picked advisors counsel, strategize, validate, and debate the hottest industry topics, trends and offerings. This access and knowledge informs T+L’s owned channels, products and offerings - but they are also extended to advertisers and partners as an invaluable insights and knowledge tool - informing everything from sales strategies to marketing plans to product offerings. This win/win/win formula has created a demand-led ecosystem - with destinations vying to host quarterly board meetings, suppliers competing to sponsor virtual and in-person sessions and Advisors seeking to serve on the Board.  


Participating Suppliers

Destinations

Hotels

Cruise Lines

Tour Operators

Recent Board Meeting Destinations

Turkey

India

Saudi Arabia

Singapore

Australia

Services Provided by Advisor Panels

Research/Focus Groups

Product Development

Sales Strategies

Advertising and Marketing Council

CRM and retention/loyalty plan


results

The Travel+Leisure Advisory Board program has become the industry gold standard of leveraging access to leading travel advisors, editors and industry experts to serve their clients and leaders. 

  • "Strategic Vision has been instrumental in Travel + Leisure's positioning as a leader amongst the travel industry. Our partnership on the Advisory Board has been a pivotal offering for our clientele who reserve positions at our annual events years in advance"

    Katy Bano | VP Publisher | Travel + Leisure