EDITORS' PICKS
Hawaii PRIDE Packages Boost October Booking Opportunities
Boost shoulder season bookings this October capitalizing on Hawaii's largest LGBTQ+ celebration in Honolulu.
Looking to Boost Holiday Sales? Collette’s New England Tour Delivers Festive Charm
Sell the season with Collette’s 7-day New England Holiday tour, featuring iconic regional experiences for festive-minded travelers.
Refreshed Hotels and Exciting New Openings
Explore a selection of newly opened and refreshed hotels featuring standout amenities, design and experiences for your clients.
TOP STORIES
Your clients don’t just want a vacation—they want a dream trip designed around their interests, travel style and budget.
The new travel landscape is where technology and personal identity come together to create highly personalized experiences.
Boarding Star of the Seas from Port Canaveral, I set out to explore Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon marvel—could three days possibly be enough?
Taylor Swift’s "Eras" tour drew millions of “Swifties” to destinations all over the world—affecting economies in more ways than one.
NEWS
New Southwest Seating Policy Impacts Plus-Size Travelers
Southwest will introduce assigned seating under a new policy that also tightens refund rules for plus-size passengers.
Alaska Airlines Merges Loyalty Program, Launches Premium Credit Card
Alaska Airlines has introduced Atmos Rewards, its new loyalty program with Hawaiian Airlines and a premium credit card.
What Made Headlines This Week? Catch Up on What You Missed
Stay updated with this week’s top travel news—from the use of biometric gates at airports to leadership changes at NCL.
FAMS
Exclusive India FAM with Sunny Land Tours
Travel advisors can discover India firsthand on a curated 5-night FAM with Sunny Land Tours, featuring Delhi, Jaipur and Agra.
Argentina’s Patagonia FAM
Tara Tours invites travel advisors and companions to experience Argentina on an 8-day FAM featuring Patagonia’s legendary glaciers.
Step Into Ancient Greece
Explore Classical Greece on a 7-day FAM with Tour Specialists—starting in Athens with visits to the Acropolis, Parthenon and more.
DESTINATIONS
Boost shoulder season bookings this October capitalizing on Hawaii's largest LGBTQ+ celebration in Honolulu.
Sell the season with Collette’s 7-day New England Holiday tour, featuring iconic regional experiences for festive-minded travelers.
Explore a selection of newly opened and refreshed hotels featuring standout amenities, design and experiences for your clients.
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio, has partnered with Grupo Puntacana and MAC Hotels to launch W Punta Cana, Adult All-Inclusive.
CRUISE
Margaritaville at Sea Expands Paradise Pass Program
Margaritaville at Sea revives its Paradise Pass with two tiers—Silver and Ultimate Gold—giving frequent cruisers enhanced perks through 2026.
Cycle and Sail: Boat Bike Tours’ Dutch Tulip Experience
From late March to early May, Boat Bike Tours will operate 54 departures across six different itineraries with something for everyone.
Planning Groups? Swan Hellenic’s New Program Makes It Easier to Book and Earn
Swan Hellenic has introduced a new Group Travel Program designed to reward travel advisors while offering value to groups of all sizes. Available on...
AGENT TOOLS
Fora Travel is integrating a cutting-edge AI-powered data platform that transforms traveler data into predictive insights.
TRAVELSAVERS and NEST are enhancing AI Connect, their AI marketing tool for advisors, as AI in the travel industry continues to grow.
ALGV has expanded its ENVF program for 2026, offering a total of 28 nonstop routes to popular destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean.
ALG Vacations (ALGV) has announced August promotions designed to enhance sales opportunities for travel advisors.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort Debuts in Costa Rica
Lamangata offers a boutique escape in Dominical, Costa Rica, with just six ocean-facing suites, wellness offerings and gourmet cuisine.
Royalton Vessence: New Brand for Adult, All-Inclusive Travel
Royalton Luxury Resorts is debuting a new concept in adults-only travel with its new Vessence brand, set to open in Barbados in Summer 2026.
Marriott Expands in Costa Rica with All-Inclusive Resort
Marriott International plans to bring a JW Marriott-branded, all-inclusive resort to Costa Elena in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
