Luxury Memo
March 7, 2017
European river cruise, image courtesy of Travel Leaders Group
By Brielle Jaekel
Already in a tumultuous period, the luxury goods sector may be impacted even further now that the European Union is considering requiring a visa for travelers coming from the United States.
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