Intimate luxury voyages are becoming a mainstream travel experience among the wealthy. Image credit: Accor Affluent clientele is increasingly looking to the sea for their family getaways, according to market researcher Altiant.
In a new report, titled “The Sail: A New Era for Luxe Cruising,” the organization details the rising demand among high-net-worth individuals for cruise trips, especially among smaller-scale, more intimate vessels. For the greater travel industry, luxury voyages are becoming more mainstream, as nearly 90 percent of the exclusive demographic have already taken a cruise or are actively interested in the experience.