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Why Hilton Says Travelers Are Trading Perfect for Personal

Hilton’s 2027 Trends Report finds that the pressure to take a flawless vacation is giving way to a looser, more personal idea of a good trip.

Family Trees Become Flight Plans in Kensington’s Ireland Push

Kensington and Tourism Ireland are giving travel advisors a new way to sell Ireland: through ancestry, heritage and cultural connection.

ASTA Petitions American Express to Restore Advisor Booking Access

ASTA launched a public petition asking AMEX to reverse its decision to end travel advisor access to its Privileges programs through RezSaver.

Inside Disney’s New Lakeshore Lodge: What Advisors Should Know

Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge will offer 967 rooms, waterfront Lake Houses and a nature-inspired lobby. Here’s what advisors need to know.

Waldorf Astoria and Conrad Go All-Inclusive on the Riviera Maya

Hilton is adding to the company's All-Inclusive portfolio and building on offerings already available at both properties on the Riviera Maya.

ANI Shoal Bay Brings Exclusive-Use Luxury Back to Anguilla

Anguilla's 15-suite estate, billed as the company’s new global flagship, joins ANI properties in the Dominican Republic and Asia.

Silversands Beach House Goes Adults-Only on Grenada’s Coast

The change in focus took effect immediately and gives the luxury Grenada retreat a more private, intimate footing.

Nobu Sets 2028 Opening for 50-Guestroom San Juan Hotel

Nobu Hotel and Restaurant San Juan, an intimate luxury property with 50 guestrooms, is scheduled to open in 2028.

Margaritaville at Sea Expands 2028 Cruises With New Itineraries and Ports

Margaritaville at Sea unveils 30 itineraries for 2028, including new Costa Rica and Panama ports, specialty sailings and cruises from Tampa and Galveston.

Cape Town Finally Has a Luxury Hotel That Gets Families Right

Cape Grace, a Fairmont-managed hotel on the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, delivers a luxury stay that lives up to its promises...and more.

Fairmont Grows Its ‘Special Happens’ Experiences Program

Fairmont is diving deep into the experiences that Accor itself has put in the spotlight in its most recent look at trends.

Inside Silversea: Carol Cabezas Talks Opportunities for Travel Advisors

Silversea SVP Carol Cabezas talks exclusively with Recommend about luxury cruising, expedition travel and new opportunities for advisors.

Wellness Travel: These Experiences are Worth Pitching

With your bottom line in mind, here is a roundup of wellness offers worldwide to keep your clients' bodies and souls happy and well.

FAA Limits Air Passengers’ Ability to Get Compensation for Delays

A new FAA rule taking effect Oct. 19 narrows the circumstances in which airlines are required to provide compensation and amenities for flight delays.

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Expand Premium Cabins in 2028

Alaska Air Group is making a major investment in premium cabins, with Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines set to debut new premium economy and lie-flat suites in 2028.

UnCruise Adventures Offers Community-Focused Baja Expeditions

UnCruise Adventures is opening its Baja expeditions, giving travelers active small-ship itineraries that combine wildlife encounters, local experiences and exploration throughout the Gulf of California.

Why Swan Hellenic Sees New Opportunity in Expedition Cruising

We checked in with Swan Hellenic to talk expedition cruising growth and what it all means for travel advisors.

[UPDATE] Rental Escapes Offers Up to $5,000 in Bonus Commission

Rental Escapes has extended its offer of up to $5,000 in commissions on eligible bookings through Oct. 31, 2026.

Palace Hotel Tokyo Turns Christmas Into a Two-Night Stay

Palace Hotel Tokyo has built its '26 holiday season around A Tokyo Christmas, an opportunity to take advantage of traveler interest in Japan.

Bahamas Names Jackson Weech Tourism Director General

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism (BMOT) has named Jackson Alexander Weech as Director General.

The 411 on Tanzania’s New Inbound Travel Insurance

Starting Oct. 1, 2026, foreign visitors entering Mainland Tanzania must hold valid Inbound Travel Insurance.

AmaWaterways Introduces AmaMaya, Expanding Mekong Cruise Options for 2027

AmaWaterways is expanding its Mekong River offering with AmaMaya, set to debut in January 2027. Here’s what advisors should know about the ship for clients interested in the Mekong.

Hilton Brings Tapestry Collection to Costa Rica With Montara

Montara Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, in the mountains of Heredia, marks the brand's debut in Costa Rica and Central America.

[UPDATED] Princess Cruises Launches AI Cruise Planning App

Princess Cruises is bringing cruise planning into AI technology, giving travelers a new way to search itineraries, compare ships and check cruise pricing.
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