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Classic Vacations Expands Preferred Hotel Portfolio for Travel Advisors

Feb 24, 2026
Africa  Asia  Classic Vacations  Eastern Europe  Hotels and Resorts  Travel Agents  Travel News  USA  
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The company has targeted markets in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa.
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Classic Vacations is strengthening its global inventory and reinforcing its commitment to travel advisors with the expansion of its Preferred Hotel Portfolio, now home to 2,600 commissionable properties.

In response to advisor feedback requesting more hotel options, the company has targeted markets across North America, Europe, Asia and Africa, increasing itinerary options while helping advisors maximize revenue opportunities, according to a statement from Classic Vacations. Growth across Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Aruba, Canada, the Bahamas, Barbados and Curacao has further expanded Classic’s U.S. and Caribbean offerings. Notable property additions in North America include the Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, California and The Peninsula in New York.

In Europe, the company has expanded its presence in southern and western Europe, including Greece, the United Kingdom, France, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Spain and Italy. New hotel partners include Domes Noruz Mykonos, Cavo Tagoo Santorini, 1 Hotel Mayfair in London and the Roseate Villa in Bath.

RELATED: How Classic Vacations Is Supporting Advisors Amid Evolving Luxury Booking Trends

The portfolio has also grown in high-demand luxury destinations, such as Thailand, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, the Maldives, Singapore and Japan, with highlighted properties including Banyan Tree Dubai, The Sukhothai Bangkok Hotel and Siro One Zaabeel in Dubai.

In Africa, expansion includes South Africa as well as new preferred options in Seychelles, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia. New partners include Kempinski Seychelles Resort — marking Classic Vacations’ first partnership with the brand — Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas and Kapama River Lodge in South Africa.

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All of Classic’s Preferred Hotels in the portfolio are available to quote and confirm online 24/7, supported by the company’s Classic Reservations team.

The company plans to continue growing the portfolio, with new destinations and hotel partners aligned with advisor demand.

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