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At Luxama Travel, we are passionate about crafting unforgettable luxury travel experiences across the globe. Whether it’s a bespoke journey along Italy’s iconic Amalfi Coast or a curated escape to Europe’s hidden gems, our expertise and commitment to excellence set us apart in the travel industry.

This section of our website is dedicated to providing journalists, media professionals, and influencers with the latest news, insights, and resources about our brand. Here, you’ll find our most recent press releases, media coverage, and downloadable assets, as well as key contact information for press inquiries.

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  • Early vs. Last Minute: How Timing Affects the Price of Air Travel: OCTOBER, 2025

    For Sarah L. Thompson, CEO and founder of Luxama Travel, early booking is “non-negotiable” during peak periods, especially for first- and business-class seats. “The same applies for destinations with limited lift, like the Greek Islands or parts of the Caribbean,” she said.

    Click the link below to read Sarah’s take on the ideal time to book plane tickets.

  • SARAH L. THOMPSON ITALIAN AMERICAN LIFT PODCAST

    ITALIAN AMERICAN LIFE PODCAST: AUGUST, 2025

    Sarah Thompson, CEO and Founder of Luxama Travel, sat down with the Italian American Life podcast to share her story of moving from Philadelphia to Italy and building a luxury travel brand inspired by the Amalfi Coast.

    She recalls her first study abroad experience in Rome, how a summer in Sorrento changed her life, and the leap she took to launch Luxama during the pandemic. Sarah discusses her three levels of services, from VIP hotel access to the fully immersive White Glove Experience, and how she bridges the expectations of American travelers with authentic Italian culture.

    She also reflects on raising her family in Italy, her love of learning through travel, and why every client’s definition of “luxury” is unique.

  • ITALIAN PASTA DISH PASTA ALLA NERANO SARAH L THOMPSON

    HOW TO DO THE AMALFI COAST THE RIGHT WAY, WONDERLUST ARTICLE

    “And just because it’s called the Amalfi Coast doesn’t mean Amalfi is the most exciting town along the coast. Branching out into the unspoken hidden villages is where you find the authentic experiences.”

    Click the link to read the full article and get the skinny on the hidden gems surrounding the Amalfi coast from Sarah Thompson, CEO and founder of Luxama Travel.

  • FORBES MAGAZINE AMALFI COAST TRAVEL SARAH L. THOMPSON

    THE AMALFI COAST IS SET TO BE EVEN BUSIER ON 2025. HERE ARE AN EXPERT'S TOP TIPS, FORBES MAGAZINE: OCTOBER 2024

    The Amalfi Coast is a one-of-a-kind destination that merits a visit at least once in a lifetime. So here are an Amalfi resident and travel expert’s tips on navigating the area and keeping your cool amongst the crowds.

    Sarah Thompson interviews with none other than Forbes Magazine! Click the link to read the full article.

  • TAKE THE DOUGHTNUT INTERVIEW PODCAST SARAH L. THOMPSON

    TAKE THE DOUGHNUT INTERVIEW SERIES: AUGUST, 2024

    Hosted by keynote speaker Melissa Forziat! The conversation was all about seizing opportunity and how to go after what you want, and it was an honor for Sarah to share her story of traveling to Italy and becoming the Founder of Luxama Travel!

  • LET'S CHEW THE FAT PODCAST SARAH L. THOMPSON

    LET'S CHEW THE FAT PODCAST: OCTOBER 2023

    Sarah L Thompson shares her story, how she ended up where she is now (living in Italy with her husband and two children), what it was like to move all the way from the US, the struggles that came with it but also what a beautiful life she's created. This episode is packed with challenges, advice, compassion, inspiration and so much more!

  • OCEAN VIEW AMALFI COAST SARAH L. THOMPSON MOVING TO ITALY BUZZFEED GIVING BIRTH IN ITALY

    HOW MOVING TO ITALY IMPACTED THIS WOMAN, BUZZFEED ARTICLE: JUNE 2023

    This American Woman Moved To Italy And Went Viral On TikTok For Dissecting Some Key Differences Between Giving Birth In Europe And The US.

    "In Europe, you’re seen as a patient. In the US, you’re seen as a customer."

  • SARAH L. THOMPSON TIKTOK WARNING TO AMERICANS IN NAPLES FOR SCUDETTO

    THE U.S. CONSULATE ISSUED A WARNING FOR AMERICANS IN NAPLES: "THE SCUDETTO WILL BRING GREAT CELEBRATION AND DISRUPTION," FANPAGE ARTICLE: APRIL 2023

    The video by TikToker Sarah Thompson, a content creator with over 200,000 followers, quickly gained shares and comments. The young woman shows a letter—which Fanpage.it later learned was sent by the US Consulate to Americans in Campania—with the subject "Security alert."

  • SECURITY ALERT FOR NAPLES RAI NEWS SARAH L THOMPSON TIKTOK

    TIKTOK SECURITY ALERT LETTER FOR NAPOLI'S VICTORY, RAI NEWS ARTICLE: APRIL 2023

    Sarah Thompson, American TikToker, lives on the Amalfi coast: she shows and explains in her own way the letter sent to American citizens, but then, even the consulate adapts to the party.”

  • Television talk show set with three women, two seated on high chairs and one on a regular chair. A large screen displays a woman's face and the words 'Stop Rape' in stylized text. The woman on the right is speaking, wearing a yellow top and black skirt, while the woman on the left has red pants and a beige blazer.

    INTERVIEW ON L'ITALIAN CON VOI, PAI PLAY: APRIL 2022

    “We meet Sarah Thompson, a young American originally from Philadelphia who moved to Sorrento for love and became famous on social media by comparing Italian habits with American ones…”

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