Luxury operators join forces to create the leading independent luxury travel group

23rd November 2009 Luxury operators join forces to create the leading independent luxury travel group The Eden Collection and Seasons in Style have today announced that they will be joining forces to create The Eden Luxury Travel Group with the intention of becoming the UK‟s leading independent luxury travel provider. Founded in 1998, Seasons in Style was recently voted UK‟s Favourite Tour Operator by the readers of Condé Nast Traveller for the second time. The company has consistently been voted one of Condé Nast Traveller‟s favourite top five tour operators by readers over the last five consecutive years. Born out of a genuine passion for luxury travel, and brought to life by a highly motivated and insightful team, The Eden Collection has „luxury without compromise‟ at its core. It was founded in 2009 by Paul Beacall, Jon Clee and Claire Parsons, previously part of the senior management team at Elegant Resorts. Both brands will be retained. Peter Williams, Chairman of Seasons in Style, commented: “I am delighted and thrilled at the new opportunities that this union of The Eden Collection and Seasons in Style brings. I have no doubt that together these brands can become the leading independent luxury travel group in the UK”. Peter Williams remains on the board as non-executive Chairman of the new group. Paul Beacall, Managing Director of the Eden Luxury Travel Group commented: “I‟m pleased that we have been able to conclude a deal with Seasons in Style as we continue with our ambitious plans to further grow the business. Through bringing together the expertise of both independent businesses, I am confident that we can become a formidable force in the luxury travel sector”. For further editorial information, please contact: Verity Smith Ann Scott PR Telephone 0207 823 9988 Email: verity@annscott.co.uk