Why this matters: “Rather than looking for a two-week, all-inclusive beach break, honeymooners are increasingly requesting to spend their precious time discovering destinations slowly, learning about cultures, staying in off-grid properties, learning something new, having specialist local guides and delving deeper into the destination. As an independent travel designer it is incredibly important that I work alongside a carefully curated selection of hotels, lodges, local guides and other local partners who can help me create these experiences. Rather than booking with large wholesalers that are driving local properties for increased commissions, have standardised excursions and tend to focus on booking larger properties, I actively seek out partners who are smaller, more creative, work closely alongside their communities, are engaged with conservation and who partner with a plethora of incredible local suppliers.”