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Your 2026 Travel Starts Here

Ready to plan something amazing for 2026? The LKN Luxury Travel Expo connects you with top travel pros, exclusive partners, and insider insight you won’t find online. Come get inspired and start shaping your next adventure. Attendees will have the rare opportunity to meet the teams behind these world-class resorts, cruise lines, and boutique travel experiences, gaining insider knowledge and access to exclusive perks.

Featuring Our Luxury Travel Brand Sponsors

A heartfelt thank you to our valued sponsors and travel partners whose generosity and collaboration have made this event possible. Your support helps us create meaningful connections between travel, culture, and community right here in Lake Norman.

This open to the public event features our luxury travel brand sponsors, including Lindblad Expeditions/National Geographic, Hills of Africa Travel, Villas of Distinction, Arts & Leisure, Avalon Waterways, Crystal Cruises, Silversea, TCS World Travel, Tauck, Explora Journeys, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Belmond, AmaWaterways, Swan Hellenic, Namu Travel Group, Scenic Cruises, and TL Portfolio.

the world is coming to Lake Norman ...

Whether you’re dreaming of a safari in Africa, a villa in Tuscany, a river cruise through Europe, or a family trip to Costa Rica, this event is your chance to connect directly with the people who make those journeys possible – all while supporting a meaningful cause in your own community.

Join us on Wednesday, January 14th, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm for an unforgettable evening of travel inspiration at the inaugural Lake Norman Luxury Travel Expo – the first event of its kind in our region.

Free and open to the public, this one-night-only showcase invites you to explore the world’s most exceptional travel experiences right here in Cornelius. Hosted at the Cain Center for the Arts in Cornelius, NC, the Lake Norman Luxury Travel Expo is your chance to discover, connect, and plan your next unforgettable trip with guidance from a trusted, local luxury travel advisor. The event features top luxury travel brands and experts, who are contributing participation fees so that all proceeds benefit the Cain Center and its arts programs. Don’t miss the Expo that sets a new standard for custom, elevated travel in Lake Norman, Charlotte, and beyond, featuring our luxury travel brand sponsors.

Hosted by Jen Campbell Boles, Lake Norman’s leading luxury travel advisor, this first-of-its-kind event showcases the world’s top luxury travel brands and offers insider access to experiences you can’t book on your own

what to expect

Meet Travel Experts: Chat with top luxury travel brands, cruise lines, and tour companies from around the world. Each partner was hand-selected by Explore More Travel Co. for their dedication to personalized, elevated travel experiences. Panel Discussions will take place in the theater from 6-7 pm.

Insider Access: Hear from travel industry leaders during engaging on-stage panel discussions inside the Cain Center theater. Learn what’s trending, what’s new, and how to make your next adventure truly extraordinary.

Exclusive Offers: Many participating partners will feature special booking incentives available only to event attendees.

Inspiring Atmosphere: Enjoy an evening of conversation, light refreshments, and global inspiration in one of the region’s most beautiful cultural venues. *A cash bar will be available, with all proceeds directly supporting the Cain Center for the Arts.

who is this expo for?

Travel dreamers: Anyone planning or imagining their next big adventure, from African safaris to European river cruises.
Luxury seekers: Those interested in elevated, bespoke travel experiences, including private villas, family trips, and unique global destinations.
Families & groups: People looking for unforgettable family trips or multi-generational travel experiences.
Inspiration hunters: Attendees seeking ideas and guidance to bring their 2026 travel vision board to life.
Community supporters: Locals who want to explore exceptional travel experiences while supporting the Cain Center’s arts programs.

our partnership with Cain Center

Explore More Travel Co. is Lake Norman’s premier luxury travel agency, providing expert guidance and exclusive access to luxury cruises, resorts, and bespoke itineraries. Serving Lake Norman, Charlotte, and clients nationwide, we design effortless, memorable journeys tailored to every traveler. We are proud to serve as the Donor Lounge Sponsor for the Cain Center for the Arts. Together, we’ve created a Travel Program that transforms the joy of travel into meaningful community impact.

Explore More is giving back all proceeds from the Lake Norman Luxury Travel Expo, along with a portion of select group and independent travel bookings made through this special program. To learn more about our partnership and the Cain Center Travel Program, click HERE.