iwasthere.luxury is committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy, integrity, fairness and professionalism across its editorial, digital, print, video, recognition and event platforms.
This Code outlines the principles that guide our work and our responsibility to discerning travellers, partners, industry professionals and the wider global private luxury travel community.
Accuracy & Integrity
We aim to publish information that is accurate, responsibly sourced and reasonably verified. We do not knowingly publish false or misleading information and will correct significant factual errors when identified.
Editorial Independence
Editorial decisions are guided by relevance, editorial value and audience interest. Advertising, partnerships, sponsorships, hosted stays, event participation and other commercial relationships do not guarantee favourable editorial coverage or recognition.
Fairness & Respect
We are committed to representing individuals, organisations, destinations, sanctuaries and industry developments fairly and respectfully. We consider privacy, cultural sensitivity and context when producing and publishing content across global markets.
Travel Experiences & Industry Engagement
Our team may participate in hosted stays, destination visits, familiarisation trips, events and other industry experiences as part of its editorial and professional work. These opportunities do not alter our commitment to responsible coverage, fair representation and independent editorial judgement.
Events & Community Conduct
I Was There and other private gatherings are designed to support meaningful professional connection within the global private luxury travel community. Everyone representing iwasthere.luxury is expected to respect the invitation-only nature of these experiences, the privacy of participants and any closed-door or confidential discussions.
Circle of Luxury
Circle of Luxury is an invitation-only guild recognising the absolute pinnacle of luxury lifestyle and travel craftsmanship. Recognition decisions must be handled responsibly, consistently and without improper influence. Evaluation and results information remains confidential until officially announced.
Confidentiality
Embargoed, confidential, personal and commercially sensitive information shared with iwasthere.luxury through editorial work, Concierge, partnerships, events or recognition initiatives is treated responsibly and will not be disclosed without appropriate authorisation, except where disclosure is required by law.
Professional Conduct
Everyone representing iwasthere.luxury is expected to act with honesty, discretion, respect and professionalism in interactions with travellers, partners, colleagues, event participants and industry stakeholders.
Accountability
iwasthere.luxury takes responsibility for content and official communications published under its name. Questions or concerns regarding our editorial content, recognition processes, events or conduct may be submitted to our team for review.
iwasthere.luxury remains committed to supporting a credible, responsible and trusted private luxury travel environment while representing its global community with professionalism and integrity.