Riviario

About

The person behind Riviario

A personal approach to luxury travel, built on first-hand experience.

Meet your advisor

Philip Wallin

Founder & Luxury Hotel Advisor

Based in Stockholm, Sweden, I've spent over a decade immersed in the world of luxury travel — not as an outsider looking in, but as someone who genuinely lives it. What began as a passion for discovering the world's finest hotels has evolved into Riviario: a personal advisory service built on real experience, deep industry relationships, and an obsessive attention to detail.

My background is equal parts hospitality expertise and travel obsession. I've explored luxury properties across Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East — from the Greek islands and the Tuscan countryside to the beaches of Thailand and the city skylines of Singapore. When I recommend a destination, it's because I know it personally — the best areas to stay, the restaurants worth booking, and the details that elevate a trip from good to unforgettable.

A passion for the journey

Beyond hotels, I'm a dedicated aviation enthusiast with deep expertise in premium airline cabins and loyalty programmes. I've experienced some of the world's finest first class products — Air France La Première, Swiss First, Lufthansa First Class, and many more — often through carefully optimised points and miles strategies. This means I can advise not just on where to stay, but how to get there in style, and how to maximise the value of your rewards along the way.

Asia specialist

While I work with destinations worldwide, I have a particular affinity for Southeast Asia. From the energy of Bangkok to the tranquillity of the Thai islands, from Vietnam's coastline to the refined elegance of Singapore — I've spent extensive time in the region and consider it one of the most rewarding parts of the world for luxury travellers. If Asia is on your radar, you're in good hands.

How I work

Riviario operates as an independent advisor at Lyxresan Travels, an affiliate of Classic Travel Service. This gives me — and by extension, my clients — access to 23 preferred partner programmes covering the world's most prestigious hotel brands. Every booking I make comes with complimentary benefits: room upgrades, daily breakfast, hotel credits, VIP recognition. My service is entirely free for you — I earn a commission from the hotels, and you never pay more than booking direct.

Let's plan something extraordinary

Whether you know exactly where you want to go or need inspiration from scratch, I'd love to help. Every journey starts with a conversation.

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