What’s Trending Around the Globe
In this Issue:
- Hot Destinations in Mexico
- Hot Bookings in Cruising
- Local Immersion in the U.S.
- What’s Hot with Caribbean Tour Packages?
- Onsite Review: Heaven Found at Haven Riviera Cancun
- Onsite Review: Poland: 3 Iconic Cities
- Onsite Review: Getting to Know Sao Paulo
- Onboard Review: Carnival Horizon is Today’s Carnival
- Onsite Review: Bermuda Inspires
- Travel Talk: Family Travel is Hot!
- Travel Advisor Corner: Travel Mates Today
Windstar Highlights Fleet Updates, New Itineraries and Destination Experiences
Windstar Cruises is investing in fleet refurbishments and introducing more destination-focused experiences as it looks to attract new guests while maintaining its small-ship approach.
Wellness Travel Through Connection and Cultural Pathways in Sicily
Wellness in Sicily doesn’t have to come from a dedicated retreat—it can be woven into every day of the journey.
2026 Holiday Airfare Outlook
2026 holiday airfare is rising: Going reveals the cheapest days to fly, international travel deals and ways to save.
USTOA’s Global Kitchen Explores Culinary Tourism
USTOA’s Global Kitchen features culinary tourism experiences around the globe, offering fresh inspiration for travel advisors.
AmaWaterways Adds Peru Land Extension to Colombia Cruise
AmaWaterways is adding a Peru land program that ends at Machu Picchu to its Colombia river cruise, it's first foray into this country.
Ensemble Takes Horizons to Sea in 2027 Events Calendar
Ensemble has set the dates for its 2027 events, with its main event, Horizons, taking to the sea for the first time aboard the Norwegian Joy.
Iberostar Pairs Rising Rates With Expansion and Renovations
Your clients are paying more to stay with Iberostar Hotels & Resorts this year, and the company is spending more to give them more.
Travel Advisor Spotlight: Building a Business on Trust
Drawing on her background in nursing and military service, Cruise Planners advisor Dr. Danette Wall has built her business around personalized service, meaningful connections and a client-first approach to luxury travel.
Audley Travel Announces Partnership with TRAVELSAVERS and NEST
Audley Travel joins TRAVELSAVERS and NEST as a Preferred Partner, offering advisors training, sales support, marketing resources and booking incentives.
Scenic Group Celebrates 40 Years With Bonus Savings
The company will celebrate its 40th anniversary with guest and travel partner events worldwide, while advancing an ambitious expansion across its brands.
Delta Delays Atlanta–Riyadh Flights Until March 2027
Delta Air Lines has postponed its planned nonstop Atlanta–Riyadh service until March 2027 amid regional developments.
Pavlus Sees a New River Cruise Client Taking Shape
Pavlus says Gen X, millennial travelers and families are now on board, crediting the lines' technology upgrades with widening the appeal.
Barbuda’s De Niro Resort Takes Pre-Opening Tented Suite Bookings
The Beach Club, Barbuda, has opened up a small amount of inventory to tantalize your clients well before the main hotel opens.
Journeys Italy 2026 Brings Luxury Buyers to Emilia-Romagna
Boutique luxury trade event, Journeys Italy 2026, will be held Nov. 15-18 in Emilia-Romagna, welcoming up to 40 travel advisors.
BermudAir Expands Caribbean Routes With New Flights from Florida
BermudAir is expanding its Caribbean network with new nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Belize and Turks & Caicos, plus service from Orlando to Bermuda.
Why Classic Vacations Tripled Its Sales Team in 2026
Classic Vacations has nearly tripled its sales team in 2026, as the company shifts from selling to advisors to planning growth with them.
Rail News: Virgin’s New Trains and Luxury Italy Journeys
Rail travel is getting a refresh, with Virgin preparing to launch new cross-Channel service in Europe and La Dolce Vita Orient Express introducing new itineraries across Italy.
Puerto Vallarta Airport Stays Closed as Simon Lingers Offshore
Hurricane Simon has disrupted air travel and resort operations along Mexico's Pacific coast; the PVR airport remains closed through Oct. 13.
Tropic Ocean Airways Launches Fort Lauderdale-Key West Flights
Tropic Ocean Airways will launch scheduled flights between Fort Lauderdale and Key West on Nov. 27. The one-hour flight will operate Thursday through Sunday.
NCL Adds Two New Mediterranean Sailings Aboard Norwegian Aura
Norwegian Cruise Line has opened two new inaugural Mediterranean sailings aboard Norwegian Aura, departing in May 2027.
Kensington Tours Joins USTOA as Newest Active Member
USTOA has welcomed Kensington Tours as its newest Active Member, expanding its membership representing 147 brands.
Riyadh Airport Attacks Disrupt Flights as U.S. Urges Americans to Avoid Area
Deadly missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport have prompted flight suspensions, cancellations and security alerts from the U.S.
Cirque du Soleil Sets Its Latest Show to the Beat of Puerto Rico
General sales for Cirque du Soleil's LE LO LAI spectacular begin Oct. 9 online at Ticketera, with tickets starting at a very modest $35.
Holland America Line Brings Pan Am’s Golden Age of Travel to Life
Holland America Line’s 2027 Pan Am 100th Anniversary Legendary Voyage will celebrate the airline’s iconic era of travel with themed experiences, culinary offerings and excursions.
Trafalgar’s 2027 Travel Portfolio Now Available to Advisors
Trafalgar’s expanded 2027 tour portfolio is now searchable and bookable through its advisor portal, featuring tools to help advisors find the right journeys for their clients.
Halloween Travel Ideas: Spooky Stays and Fall Escapes
From haunted hotel suites in Las Vegas to family-friendly Halloween fun in Orlando, these seasonal stays and experiences offer plenty of inspiration for autumn travel.
The Week’s Top Travel News Stories
From a new online passport process to a leadership change at Brand USA and a first look at Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, this week’s travel news brings fresh developments across the industry.
Explora Journeys Introduces First President’s Journey With Anna Nash
Explora Journeys’ first President’s Journey brings Anna Nash aboard EXPLORA II for a week of exclusive experiences and intimate conversations.
Hurricane Isaias Takes Aim at Gulf Coast
Hurricane Isaias is strengthening in the Gulf, prompting airline waivers and potential travel disruptions across the Gulf Coast.
Club Med Tremblant Breaks Ground on New All-Inclusive Ski Resort
Club Med Tremblant is officially underway, bringing a new all-inclusive resort to Quebec in December 2028.
