Alaska Airlines plans to lay off employees, Abercrombie & Kent taps into film-inspired travel and Norwegian Cruise Line and Variety Cruises announce leadership changes. Plus, Railbookers is giving advisors a new way to experience its top-selling destinations.
There’s plenty of travel news making headlines this week!
Facing mounting operating losses, Alaska Airlines has announced plans to lay off more than 200 employees even as it expands routes and invests heavily in its premium offerings. READ MORE
Abercrombie & Kent introduces a 7-day Chile journey inspired by the upcoming film “Wild Horse Nine,” combining iconic filming locations, Rapa Nui culture and set-jetting experiences. READ MORE
Variety Cruises appoints Steve Reynolds as CEO following a major financial restructuring, with former CEO Filippos Venetopoulos transitioning to executive chairman as the company evolves its leadership and governance structure. READ MORE
Norwegian Cruise Line Chief Sales Officer John Chernesky will depart the company Dec. 31 after three and a half years, with Brennan Quesnele stepping in to oversee North America sales on an interim basis. READ MORE
Railbookers will launch 10 small-group advisor FAM trips in 2027, featuring its top-selling destinations and accompanied by the company’s Rail Experts. READ MORE
