Travel PR Agency of the Year, International

Global expansion and cultural precision defined the past year for August Twenty Eight as the agency solidified its role as a leading strategic communications partner in luxury hospitality. What began as a Franco American boutique studio has evolved into a binational practice operating seamlessly across North America and Europe, grounded in bilingual fluency and design-led thinking. This year marked the agency’s most ambitious chapter to date, with high-profile activations including Lacoste’s first hospitality pop-up during the US Open at The Plaza Hotel, transforming a major cultural moment into an immersive brand experience. August Twenty Eight expanded its portfolio with renowned partners such as Hôtel de Crillon, a Rosewood Hotel, Maisons Pariente, Chem Chem Safari, Legendary Expeditions, Thierry Teyssier, French Side Travel, W Florence and Fontenille Collection, reinforcing its authority in the hospitality space. The launch of W Florence stood out in particular, driven by a large-scale KOL and influencer program that generated more than 8.5 million impressions within days of opening. Alongside campaign work, the agency expanded its Paris office and introduced a full European press relations offering with a strong focus on French media. Team growth mirrored this momentum, with multilingual talent strengthening English, French, Spanish and German capabilities and a dedicated partnerships role supporting influence driven collaborations. Despite industry automation, August Twenty Eight continues to lead with craft, producing original pitches, meaningful events and distinctive brand objects that reflect its belief in human connection. Guided by selectivity and purpose, the agency remains committed to work rooted in impact, conservation and community.

LEADERSHIP:
Anne-Cecile Blanchot, Co-Founder
Kimberley Blanchot, Co-Founder

FOUNDING DATE:
2018

WEBSITE:
www.august28studio.com