Mitch-Stuart adds global travel experiences for 2027 auctions and incentives

Mitch-Stuart has expanded its 2027 travel catalog with new luxury destinations for nonprofit auctions and corporate incentive programs. The additions range from Belize and South Africa to Europe, Mexico and New York, as planners lock in next year’s events and rewards.

Why it matters: - Nonprofits and companies are already building 2027 event, auction and incentive plans. - Mitch-Stuart is trying to give planners more distinctive travel packages that stand out from standard resort stays. - The catalog expansion could help fundraising teams drive stronger bidding and give corporate rewards more staying power.

What happened: - Mitch-Stuart added new destinations and experiences to its 2027 travel catalog. - The company’s newest offerings include private-island and safari experiences, European holiday markets, wellness trips, cultural getaways and U.S. escapes. - The full updated catalog is available at mitchstuart.com/travel-experiences.

The details: - The catalog already includes luxury and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, all-inclusive resorts, private villas and residences, cruises, golf getaways, spa and wellness retreats, safari adventures, ski trips, family travel, and arts and culture experiences. - New additions include a culinary and cultural escape in Scottsdale. - Belize now includes three options, from an exclusive private-island retreat to an eco-conscious journey from reef to rainforest. - Costa Rica offerings focus on hot springs, wildlife refuges and the Guanacaste coastline. - South Africa now includes a private-reserve safari lodge. - Amelia Island, Florida, adds oceanfront golf and spa. - Mexico additions include Nuevo Vallarta and Riviera Maya. - Spain additions include Madrid and Barcelona. - Salzburg, Austria, and Berlin, Germany, were added for Christmas market travel. - New York additions include the Ultimate NYC Thanksgiving Day Experience with trackside access for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, VIP access at a steakhouse on the route, tickets to the Rockettes’ Radio City Christmas Spectacular and a champagne toast at Top of the Rock. - New York also gets Breakfast at Tiffany’s, a curated day at the Tiffany & Co. flagship with lunch at the Blue Box Cafe and a private car and driver for a photo shoot around the city.

Between the lines: - The expansion reflects a broader shift toward experiences that feel harder to copy and more memorable than generic vacation packages. - For nonprofits, travel packages can become anchor items that energize auctions and encourage higher bids. - For businesses, experiential rewards can carry more emotional weight than cash bonuses or gift cards. - The company is positioning itself for planners who want early access to more unusual experiences before 2027 calendars are finalized.

What's next: - Mitch-Stuart is encouraging nonprofit and business planners to start 2027 planning in the fourth quarter instead of waiting until January. - Early planning could give organizations more time to match travel packages with galas, campaigns, incentive trips and milestone events. - The company’s model gives qualifying nonprofits access to auction packages on consignment, reducing upfront financial risk. - Corporate clients can use the expanded catalog to better match rewards with recognition goals, client relationships and employee motivation.

The bottom line: - Mitch-Stuart is betting that more distinctive travel experiences will be easier to sell, bid on and remember than standard vacation packages.