Brett Dudley The Luxury Influencer, Amature Golfer & Photographer

Travel has been at the heart of my life for more than 25 years. For 22 of those, I owned and ran two travel companies that gave me the chance to explore the world in style—staying at incredible hotels, lodges, and resorts, and cruising on some of the most celebrated ships at sea. One of my fondest memories was in Southampton in 2004, where I stood among the crowd as Queen Elizabeth II officially named the Queen Mary 2.

I’ve been lucky enough to experience the world in almost every way possible—flying on private jets and commercial airlines in every class, sailing on yachts, and enjoying unforgettable journeys by land and sea. Along the way, I developed a love for photography and an eye for detail, which has led hotels and resorts to invite me to review their properties as a mystery guest.

Even though I sold my businesses and “retired” in 2022, my passion for travel and adventure hasn’t gone anywhere. Today, I’ve created The Luxury Influencer as a space to share my journeys, inspire others to experience the very best in travel, and give back to the operators who made my career so rewarding.

When I’m not travelling, chances are I’m playing golf—a love I’ve carried with me since I first picked up a club at 12 years old.

For me, life is about saying yes to new experiences. After all, it’s not the things we did that we regret—it’s the things we didn’t.