The top-selling members from Envoyage gathered last week in Vietnam as Hoi An played host to Icons 2026 (02-06 Nov), a five-day event celebrating those who have performed exceptionally over the past 12 months.
Envoyage gm New Zealand Jason Buckley says each year the Icons raise the bar for what’s possible, adding that the event is ‘our way of celebrating that contribution’.
Fifty members attended, with partners Intrepid Travel, the Globus Family of Brands, Room-Res.com and Cover-More Travel Insurance.
Highlights included exploring the city with Intrepid, visiting the UNESCO-listed Old Town, the ancient Cham sanctuary of My Son, and social enterprise Reaching Out Teahouse and networking opportunities. The event wrapped up with a lantern dinner, complete with dancing dragons and live entertainment, with first-time attendee Richard Brewer saying it felt like a genuine reward trip.
“I loved connecting with members from other regions and learning how they run their businesses— these moments of connection were definitely the highlight.”
He adds that what Intrepid showcased in Hoi A was such an authentic way to be rewarded. “Icons really does drive me and helps me set the goals for my business, and I’m excited to strive for next year.”
. . . Going Forward
Next year’s event will be held in Italy’s Bologna with the key partner the Globus Family of Brands.
Pictured (l-r): Jason Buckley, Peter and Angela Manase, Dave Chappell, Mia Lomas, Stephen and Nichola Edgecombe, Josh Nicholson, Kim Dickinson, Andy Eames, Larissa Dunn, Niki Davies, Tori Keating, Bruce Fowler, Vincent George, Leanne Sharp, Lisa Nauer, Hashika and Nigel Samuel, Kelly Bowater and Grant Bokser.
