The Russian Retreat was something we planned to truly reconnect. With Viluxur’s family growing across the world and our footprint expanding, it’s easy to forget to pause. The internet and globalisation keep us on constant schedules; deadlines, to-do lists, task boards, workflows. There is almost no time for us as a team to bond or get to know each other on a deeper level.

Calm is the product. Our Founder just shared field-notes from eight months on Maldivian islands with his wife and their 18-month-old — a father–founder view on the quiet choreography families actually buy. We’re taking those lived moments one step further.

At Viluxur Holidays, impact is shaped by purpose-driven leaders like Dr. Nisha Abu Bakar; recently awarded “Most Inspiring Woman Leader; Tourism Consulting” at the 2025 Leadership Awards. From pioneering women empowerment to embedding sustainability into business strategy, Dr. Nisha’s legacy inspires a culture where women lead, mentor, and multiply impact across the travel industry.

Viluxur Holidays, a leader in luxury travel with a stronghold in the Russian and CIS markets, was proud to be a key collaborator in the Russian Girl | Graduation Party, an extraordinary event held on January 13, 2025, at the prestigious Club The Toy in Moscow. Organized by the renowned travel industry coach Ilona Magirovskaya, the event celebrated the achievements of her graduates and brought together the best in the travel industry.

A Vision Beyond Borders: Anastasiia Grogul on Shaping Success in Russia & the CIS With over 15 years of experience in the travel industry and a powerful vision for growth, Anastasiia Grogul, Regional Director of Sales – Russia & CIS, has become the cornerstone of Viluxur Holidays’ remarkable success across these dynamic markets. Her leadership, strategic thinking, and ability to forge deep connections have consistently propelled Viluxur to the forefront of B2B luxury travel.

Leadership in today’s dynamic and evolving business landscape demands more than just strategic vision—it calls for self-awareness, empathy, and an inclusive approach that drives long-term sustainability. At Viluxur Holidays, we had the privilege of hosting Dr. Nisha Abu Bakar, a distinguished expert in tourism and leadership, for an intensive training program aimed at cultivating leadership excellence among our current and future leaders.