Active & Experiential Travel
In this Issue:
- Expedition Cruising: Adventure of a Lifetime
- Onboard Review: Holland America’s Koningsdam
- North America: Explore the Great Outdoors via Rail Travel
- Explore Israel Off the Well-Trodden Road
Bahia Principe to Reopen Renovated Explore Jamaica on Dec. 1
To mark the reopening, the brand launched a promotional campaign for Bahia Principe Explore Jamaica, offering discounts of up to 50 percent.
Blue Is Back: Princess Cruises Unveils “Blue Friday” Savings
Princess Cruises' Blue Friday sale offers up to 50 percent off, $400 in instant savings and free fares for third and fourth guests on select sailings.
Universal Epic Universe to Add New Indoor Coaster to Dark Universe
Universal Orlando announces a new indoor coaster for Epic Universe's Dark Universe, alongside additional attractions and entertainment coming soon.
Cunard Launches Black Friday Sale Across Its Fleet
Cunard's Black Friday sale launches Nov. 10, offering reduced fares, savings of up to 40 percent and added benefits on 161 voyages across its fleet.
Every Journey Tells a Story in Rwanda
From gorilla trekking and rainforest adventures to Big Five safaris and lakeside escapes, Rwanda offers an exceptional variety of experiences.
Celebrity Cruises’ Black Friday Sale
Celebrity Cruises is giving travelers an opportunity to save ahead of Black Friday with a limited-time promotion featuring 75 percent off the second guest's cruise fare.
Hyatt to Open First Turks & Caicos Hotel With Andaz in 2027
Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay debuts as the Andaz brand's first resort on a Caribbean island, with 59 guestrooms.
The Week’s Top Travel Headlines
This week’s travel news covers airline layoffs, cruise industry leadership changes, a new film-inspired Chile journey and upcoming Railbookers advisor FAM trips.
Pavlus Clients Move Luxury Bucket-List Trips Into 2027 Bookings
Luxury clients are moving their top bucket-list trips into bookings for 2027 and later, and Pavlus Travel and Cruise has them covered.
Become a Rwanda Specialist — Enroll Now!
The Rwanda Specialist Program helps travel advisors build expertise, craft exceptional itineraries and discover Rwanda’s diverse destinations and sustainable tourism.
Abercrombie & Kent Unveils Easter Island Journey
Inspired by "Wild Horse Nine," Abercrombie & Kent launches a journey through Chile and Easter Island, featuring film locations.
New Rondoval Butler Villas at Sandals St. Vincent
Sandals St. Vincent has just debuted 20 new Rondoval Butler Villas with private pools; plus, there's a Black Friday Sale.
Sandals and Beaches Resorts Launch Black Friday Sale
Sandals and Beaches Resorts' Black Friday sale features up to 65 percent savings, air credits and additional perks.
IHG Hotels & Resorts: Luxury Travel, Wellness and Boutique Hotel Experiences
IHG Hotels & Resorts continues to expand, opening hotels around the world under a diverse portfolio of brands designed to appeal to a wide range of your clients.
Royal Caribbean Opens 2028 Caribbean Cruises With 11 Ships
Royal Caribbean's 2028 Caribbean deployment features 11 ships sailing from Florida, Texas, Puerto Rico and the Northeast.
Nevis Promotes Winter Escapes With Hotel Deals and Cultural Experiences
Nevis is promoting winter getaways with its “A Warmer Side to Winter” campaign, featuring hotel discounts, cultural experiences, wellness offerings and new luxury accommodations.
PONANT and Paul Gauguin Cruises Launch Holiday Sale
PONANT EXPLORATIONS and Paul Gauguin Cruises are offering up to 20 percent savings on more than 200 cruise itineraries, plus gift card incentives for advisors.
Alaska Airlines Lays Off Employees as Losses Mount
Alaska Airlines plans to lay off more than 200 employees amid mounting operating losses, even as it expands routes and invests in new premium cabins.
Martinique Adds Luxury Calls and Five Homeported Ships
Martinique's 2026-27 cruise season forecasts 275 cruise calls by 65 ships from 30 cruise lines, including luxury and ultra-luxury lines.
Variety Cruises Names Steve Reynolds CEO
Variety Cruises has named Steve Reynolds chief executive officer, with former CEO Filippos Venetopoulos moving to executive chairman.
Silversea Unveils Black Friday Savings on 850+ Voyages
The Silversea Black Friday Sale offers savings of up to 45% on more than 850 luxury and expedition voyages through 2029. Book by Dec. 7.
Uganda Safari Packages: Gorillas, Chimps and More
Nkuringo Safaris' Uganda safari packages feature gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, wildlife encounters and cultural experiences.
The Ocean Club Refreshes Hartford Wing and Sets Holiday Lineup
This Four Seasons Resort redesigned the ocean-facing side of its historic Hartford Wing and is ready to welcome guests for the 2026 holidays.
Why Nayarit Belongs on Your Clients’ 2027 Shortlist
Nayarit heads into 2027 with material for longer trips that extend well beyond the Riviera Nayarit resorts it's long been known for.
Impression Isla Mujeres Joins The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Impression Isla Mujeres will keep operating as an adults-only, all-inclusive Hyatt property under the new affiliation.
Riviera Travel Unveils Black Friday Incentives
Riviera Travel's Black Friday promotion offers advisors up to $200 per booking and travelers savings of up to 50 percent on river cruises.
Railbookers Launches Its First Small-Group Fams for Advisors
Railbookers will launch 10 small-group advisor FAM trips in 2027, featuring its top-selling destinations and accompanied by the company’s Rail Experts.
How Ananda in the Himalayas Has Redefined Wellness Travel
Discover how Ananda in the Himalayas is transforming wellness travel and what travel advisors need to know about its personalized programs.
AmaWaterways Plans Four New Ships, Black Friday Savings
AmaWaterways has opened reservations for its full 2028 river cruise program along with two limited-time offers on select departures.
Celebrity Xcite Leads Celebrity Cruises 2028-29 Caribbean Plan
Celebrity Cruises has opened bookings for the inaugural season of Celebrity Xcite, anchoring a new 2028-2029 Caribbean program.
