In The Press
It’s been a privilege to have my work, and the work of the teams I lead, featured in respected travel and lifestyle publications over the years. I’m grateful for every opportunity to share insight into the craft of hospitality and the people who bring it to life. For media enquiries or interview requests, please get in touch through the contact details at the bottom of the page.
Travel + Leisure — “Expert Tips for Planning a Trip to a Formula One Race"
A-List advisor Kristin Chambers shares her insider approach to planning the ultimate Formula 1 weekend. From choosing the right race destination to navigating logistics in cities like Monaco and Singapore, she highlights how thoughtful planning and personalized hospitality elevate an F1 trip from event to experience.
The New York Times — "How Much Would You Pay for a Sporting Event?"
In this New York Times feature on the rise of “ultraluxe” travel, Kristin Chambers, founder of Travellustre, shares insights from behind the scenes of high-end event travel. Highlighting her team’s fully customized $1.2 million Kentucky Derby experience, Chambers explains how personalization and access define today’s new standard of luxury — where once-in-a-lifetime events become extraordinary, tailor-made journeys.
Condé Nast Traveler — “Top Travel Specialists: Kristin Chambers, Travellustre & D.A. Luxury Travel”
Featured among Condé Nast Traveler’s top travel specialists, Kristin Chambers shares how her team designs over-the-top, deeply personal journeys for discerning travelers who have “been there, done that.” Known for creativity and high-touch service, Chambers emphasizes the art of weaving clients’ passions into every itinerary — from culinary experiences to cultural deep dives — and redefining what personalized luxury travel truly means.
Travel + Leisure — “13 Hidden Gem Destinations to Visit in 2024, According to Travel Experts”
Featured among Travel + Leisure’s A-List travel advisors, Kristin Chambers spotlights Losinj, Croatia — known as “Vitality Island” — for its balance of natural beauty and holistic wellness. Chambers describes the island’s unique ecosystem, ideal climate, and rich history as emblematic of a new kind of luxury: destinations where wellness and culture intertwine to rejuvenate both travelers and place.
Travel Weekly — “Serving the ‘Ultraluxe’ Market”
In this Travel Weekly feature, Kristin Chambers, founder of D.A. Luxury Travel and Travellustre, shares her approach to designing extraordinary experiences for the world’s most discerning travelers. Specializing in the “ultraluxe” market — with client budgets ranging from $100,000 to over $2 million per week — Chambers highlights the creativity, trust, and personalization that define her work. From private yacht charters to full resort buyouts, she reveals how true luxury lies in authenticity, imagination, and human connection.
The Boston Globe — “Travelers Start Dreaming About Post-COVID ‘Revenge Travel’”
Featured in The Boston Globe, Kristin Chambers, founder of Travellustre and D.A. Luxury Travel, shares insight into the rise of “revenge travel” as clients plan longer, more meaningful trips after the pandemic. She notes a surge in demand for highly customized, bucket-list journeys — from private family expeditions to Mongolia to extended cultural getaways — as travelers prioritize experience, connection, and time away like never before.
Forbes Travel Guide — “Travellustre Endorsed by Forbes Travel Guide”
Recognized by Forbes Travel Guide for its leadership in luxury travel and commitment to world-class service, Travellustre, founded by Kristin Chambers, was named one of only 34 agencies globally to receive this endorsement. The recognition honors agencies that exemplify exceptional hospitality standards and align with Forbes’ independently verified principles of service excellence.
Forbes Travel Guide is the only independent global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and ocean cruises, known for its rigorous evaluation process and recognition of exceptional guest experiences.
Additional Media Mention: Kristin Chambers discusses how luxury travelers are increasingly investing in VIP services and elevated experiences. – NBC News
Press enquiries
For interviews, commentary, or to feature Kristin or her ventures, please contact: kristin@travellustre.com. We’ll respond as soon as possible.