Transform Your Travel Business into a $1M‑Plus Revenue Engine
Angela Hughes, CEO of Trips & Ships, Founder of Luxury Travel University, and author of $50M in proven booking systems, shares her battle‑tested strategies to double your high‑ticket trip sales.
Key Stats:
40 + Years of Industry Mastery
115 + Countries Explored
$50M + Luxury Bookings Delivered
Top 1 % Travel Virtuoso by Internova
Transform Your Travel Business into a $1M‑Plus Revenue Engine
Angela Hughes, CEO of Trips & Ships, Founder of Luxury Travel University, and author of $50M in proven booking systems, shares her battle‑tested strategies to double your high‑ticket trip sales.
Key Stats:
40 + Years of Industry Mastery
115 + Countries Explored
$50M + Luxury Bookings Delivered
Top 1 % Travel Virtuoso by Internova
The Visionary Behind the Brand
Angela Hughes isn’t just a consultant, she’s the architect of a $50 M luxury‑travel empire.
Industry Pioneer
Built Trips & Ships into a
top‑tier network of 1,000+
elite advisors and $50 M
booked trips.
Educator & Mentor
Founded Luxury Travel University, taught at BYU, and certified since 1993—training pros to close 5‑figure deals.
Global Explorer
115+ countries in her passport and two years living in Japan—deep cultural fluency you can’t outsource.
The Visionary Behind the Brand
Angela Hughes isn’t just a consultant, she’s the architect of a $50 M luxury‑travel empire.
Industry Pioneer
Built Trips & Ships into a
top‑tier network of 1,000+
elite advisors and $50 M
booked trips.
Educator & Mentor
Founded Luxury Travel University, taught at BYU, and certified since 1993—training pros to close 5‑figure deals.
Global Explorer
115+ countries in her passport and two years living in Japan—deep cultural fluency you can’t outsource.
Four Decades of Excellence
From a single villa booking to a global luxury network, 40 years of proven systems.
Angela’s bespoke journeys have redefined high‑end travel. Her step‑by‑step frameworks power the top 1% of advisors and DMCs to outperform the market—year after year.
Four Decades of Excellence
From a single villa booking to a global luxury network, 40 years of proven systems.
Angela’s bespoke journeys have redefined high‑end travel. Her step‑by‑step frameworks power the top 1% of advisors and DMCs to outperform the market—year after year.
Luxury with a Purpose
Elevate Every Experience, with impact that matters.
Color My World Foundation
Through her nonprofit Color My World Foundation, now proudly concluded—Angela:
Funded Community Programs that trained 150+ local guides and preserved 12 heritage sites Built Sustainable Tourism Pipelines that boosted partner economies by 30%+
Led Conservation Initiatives across five continents, planting 10,000+ trees in critical habitats
Luxury with a Purpose
Elevate Every Experience, with impact that matters.
Color My World Foundation
Through her nonprofit Color My World Foundation, now proudly concluded—Angela:
Funded Community Programs that trained 150+ local guides and preserved 12 heritage sites Built Sustainable Tourism Pipelines that boosted partner economies by 30%+
Led Conservation Initiatives across five continents, planting 10,000+ trees in critical habitats
Credentials & Recognition
Elite Certifications & Roles
Professional Certifications
Certified Travel Consultant (1993)
Master's in Geography, Travel & Tourism
Internova Top 1% Travel Virtuoso
Industry Awards
Luxury Travel Industry Pioneer
Excellence in Travel Education
Humanitarian Tourism Leadership
Founder & Consultant Roles
• Luxury Travel University
• Host‑Agency & DMC Strategy Architect
115+
Countries Explored
40+
Years Experience
1000+
Luxe Advisors
2
Years in Japan
Credentials & Recognition
Elite Certifications & Roles
Professional Certifications
Certified Travel Consultant (1993)
Master's in Geography, Travel & Tourism
Internova Top 1% Travel Virtuoso
Industry Awards
Luxury Travel Industry Pioneer
Excellence in Travel Education
Humanitarian Tourism Leadership
Founder & Consultant Roles
• Luxury Travel University
• Host‑Agency & DMC Strategy Architect
115+
Countries Explored
40+
Years Experience
1000+
Luxe Advisors
2
Years in Japan
Media & Press
The go‑to voice in luxury travel—worldwide.
Internationally Respected Authority
Esteemed media outlets seek Angela's sage wisdom, with her presence gracing prestigious publications and broadcasts as a revered travel oracle. Her insights resonate far beyond domestic recognition, establishing her as a global authority in luxury travel.
Featured Publications
The Wall Street Journal
The Washington Post
Fox 35 TV
Travel Weekly
Travel Market Report
Insider Travel Report
Travel Age West
Germany's LUXE Magazine
Media & Press
The go‑to voice in luxury travel worldwide.
Internationally Respected Authority
Esteemed media outlets seek Angela's sage wisdom, with her presence gracing prestigious publications and broadcasts as a revered travel oracle. Her insights resonate far beyond domestic recognition, establishing her as a global authority in luxury travel.
Featured Publications
The Wall Street Journal
The Washington Post
Fox 35 TV
Travel Weekly
Travel Market Report
Insider Travel Report
Travel Age West
Germany's LUXE Magazine
Professional Gallery
Capturing moments of excellence, leadership, and global impact.
Executive Portrait
Professional headshot showcasing industry leadership
Industry Events
Speaking at prestigious luxury travel conferences
Global Expertise
International travel and cultural immersion
Luxury Expertise
Curating extraordinary travel experiences
Mentorship
Guiding the next generation of travel professionals
Legacy Impact
Four decades of transforming luxury travel
Professional Gallery
Capturing moments of excellence, leadership, and global impact.
Executive Portrait
Professional headshot showcasing industry leadership
Industry Events
Speaking at prestigious luxury travel conferences
Global Expertise
International travel and cultural immersion
Luxury Expertise
Curating extraordinary travel experiences
Mentorship
Guiding the next generation of travel professionals