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News & Tools

St. Kitts Debuts 2026 SKY Program to Reward Travel Advisors
Running now until Dec. 15, 2026, the 2026 SKY Program—St. Kitts Your Way gives advisors access to exclusive hotel rates, complimentary site inspections and on-island benefits.
travel
Travel Deals Around the World Your Clients Will Love
Whether clients are dreaming of a beach escape or a bucket-list voyage, a growing list of deals makes now a smart time to book. Take a look.
Cox & Kings
Cox & Kings Reveals Refreshed Brand Identity
Cox & Kings, the London-founded tour operator established in 1758 and now part of A&K Travel Group (AKTG), has...
Miami
Ritzy Miami Island Residents Battle Over Cruise Ship Fuel Depot
Residents of Fisher Island are fighting the purchase of the cruise ship refueling station that keeps the Port of Miami in business.
Tour Operators Launch New Tools, Training Programs and Marketing Support for Advisors
Collette, Exodus Adventure Travels and Riviera Travel have each unveiled new initiatives aimed at helping advisors work more efficiently while growing sales. 
TTC Tour Brands
TTC Tour Brands Appoints Joe Robinson SVP of Sales, North America
TTC Tour Brands has appointed Joe Robinson as Sr. VP, Sales, North America, overseeing trade sales strategy in the U.S. and Canada.
Virgin Voyages Rolls Out Flexible New Groups Program for Advisors
Virgin Voyages consolidated its previous group booking offerings into a single structure, allowing advisors to hold inventory without deposits, choose between bonus commissions or complimentary cabins and more.
Universal to Begin Construction on Its First Theme Park in Europe
Universal Destinations & Experiences is bringing its first-ever theme park resort to Europe with the launch of Universal United Kingdom Resort in Bedford, England.
Exodus
Exodus Sweetens Group Travel With a Free-Trip Incentive
Exodus Adventure Travels has launched its first-ever Private Groups Week, a 5-day virtual training series running June 8–12, 2026.
Windstar
Jennifer West Joins Windstar as VP of Sales, North America
Windstar Cruises appoints Jennifer West as the cruise brand's new Vice President of Sales for North America.
A | T Collective Brands Extend Child Travel Protection Promo
Under the promotion, children ages 2 to 17 can be added to qualifying vacation packages that include a travel protection plan for $20 per child.
People Inc. Proposes $18 Billion Acquisition of MGM Resorts
People Inc. has proposed an $18 billion acquisition of MGM Resorts International, according to news reports, in a move that could reshape ownership of the gaming giant.
Trafalgar
Advisors: Earn $150 Per Passenger on Trafalgar River Cruises
Through July 31, 2026, every qualifying passenger booked on an eligible Trafalgar river cruise sailing earns the advisor a $150 e-gift card.
Mediterranean
A Mediterranean Escape Awaits Top Bookers
Celestyal is rewarding its top-selling travel advisor partners with a 7-night Mediterranean sailing in spring 2027.
Rental Escapes Extends Travel Advisor Appreciation Month Incentives
The extension allows travel advisors to earn up to $5,000 in bonus commission, alongside their standard earnings, as well as double REward points.
UNESCO
A New UNESCO Deal Puts Sustainable Tourism in the Spotlight
A new partnership between UNESCO and the TUI Care Foundation aims to promote sustainable tourism development in significant cultural sites.
Flightpath: Airlines on the Radar
In perhaps the week’s most unusual headline, Southwest Airlines confirmed that “Stewie,” a humanoid robot that recently traveled in its own booked seat, has officially been grounded.
AccuWeather Partners With Disney on New Weather Forecast and Alert System
The “Disney Weather Check powered by AccuWeather,” is a weather intelligence platform designed specifically for guests visiting Disney parks and resorts.
Sicily & Malta FAM
This educational journey combines iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, authentic culinary experiences and guided cultural touring across two of the Mediterranean’s most captivating destinations. 
Brazil FAM Combines Rio, Salvador and Iguassu Falls Experiences
Travel advisors can explore Brazil through a multi-destination FAM itinerary from Tara Tours featuring stays in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and Iguassu Falls.