Last month, the international luxury hospitality community gathered for one of the most influential events of the year: the International Luxury Hotel Association’s INSPIRE Conference in Las Vegas. As the premier annual forum for luxury hoteliers, owners, operators, and industry innovators, INSPIRE brought together thousands of leaders for two days of learning, connection, and strategic insight.

Visiting Media was proud to be part of the conversation — hosting a panel, sharing insights, and engaging with leaders who are shaping what’s next for luxury travel and hospitality.

A Gathering of Industry Leaders

INSPIRE has earned its reputation as the luxury hotel industry’s nexus for big ideas and bold thinking. Leaders from hotel brands, investment firms, tech innovators, and hospitality service providers convened to discuss the forces redefining guest expectations, revenue growth, and experiential travel.

Across keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking lounges, the event focused on topics central to commercial success in hospitality — innovation, personalization, technology adoption, wellness, sustainability, and data-driven strategy.

Visiting Media’s Role in the Conversation

At the heart of our participation was a panel featuring our CEO, Jascha Kaykas-Wolff, where we explored how hotels can transform commercial performance by connecting data and immersive content. Our discussion centered on pragmatic ways luxury properties can:

• Build rich, canonical property data that unlocks transparency and operational clarity
• Use that foundation to create immersive experiences — from 3D tours to cinematic visuals — that shorten sales cycles and elevate conversions
• These aren’t abstract trends; they’re strategic levers that empower hotels to stand out in a competitive, experience-driven market.

Critical Takeaways from INSPIRE

Here are some of the biggest ideas being discussed across the conference that align with Visiting Media’s mission and vision:

1. The Shift Toward Immersive Commercial Experiences

Speakers emphasized that today’s clients — whether event planners or luxury travelers — expect more than static galleries or PDFs. They want experiential previews that feel almost as real as being there in person. Travelers and planners make buying decisions on much more than capacity and decor – they’re looking to experience a setting. They are increasingly choosing locations that complement their lifestyle and bring a vision to life.

This demand for richer digital experiences is reshaping how properties present themselves — and how they win business.

2. Data Is the Foundation of Value

Multiple sessions reinforced a simple truth: you can’t tell your property’s story if you don’t deeply understand it first. Whether it’s regarding floor plans, amenities, or event spaces, structured property data drives better pricing, accuracy in proposals, and more agile revenue decisions.

This matches what we emphasize at Visiting Media — data isn’t a backend concern. It’s a commercial asset.

3. Personalized & Future-Ready Hospitality

From panels on generational travel trends to discussions of the longevity economy, INSPIRE underscored that personalization and adaptability are key. Hotels that tailor experiences not just to demographics — but to context and intent — are those best positioned for future growth.

4. The Power of Networking & Collaboration

INSPIRE isn’t just about content — it’s about connection. Curated 1:1 sessions, cocktail receptions, and partner showcases offered a unique chance to meet industry leaders, share insights, and explore strategic partnerships. We were honored to be joined by partners including Amadeus, Tambourine, Plusgrade, Bodhi and more.

It’s clear that technology is front and center of luxury travel and critical in defining and enabling a luxury experience before, during and after guests experience their stay.

Looking Ahead

As luxury hospitality continues to evolve, the role of deeper data and richer content will only grow more central. Visiting Media is thrilled to be part of that evolution, supporting hotels with tools and perspectives that help them deliver high-touch, personalized experiences.

Whether you’re a hotelier, event planner, or hospitality partner, the message from INSPIRE was clear: experience matters more than ever — and the way you represent your property online can shape the success of your business in meaningful ways.