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Celebrating Women Who Shape Travel Advisor Success

As we mark International Women’s Day and celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting two extraordinary women.

U.S. Travel Association Promotes Ellen Davis to Chief Operating Officer

In her new position, Davis will oversee the association’s operational strategy, growth and performance, while continuing to lead membership, industry engagement and events.

Puerto Vallarta Welcomes First Cruise Ship Back

Cruise ships are returning to Puerto Vallarta, restoring one of the country’s most important Pacific port calls to itineraries.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to Host 2026 Food, Wine & Garden Festival

Busch Gardens' Food, Wine & Garden Festival allows guests to sample a wide range of international dishes, wines, craft beers and cocktails while enjoying the park’s rides and attractions.

Avanti Destinations Releases Europe Travel Guide for Advisors

Avanti Destinations' new 200-page guide for European travel highlights vacation packages, hotels and resorts, sightseeing tours, transfers and more.

Quasar Expeditions’ Darwin Family Cruise and Galapagos Exploration

Quasar Expeditions has announced the return of its annual Darwin Family Cruise, an 8-day Galapagos journey blending adventure travel with immersive educational experiences.

Incentives Drive 2026 Riviera Cruises Across Europe

Riviera Travel has rolled out a new incentive campaign with a grand prize of a $3,000 gift card or flight voucher to the top booker.

Travel Headlines: Your Weekly Digest of Top News

Top News: American Airlines' plan to resume flights to Venezuela, evolving impacts on tourism from the Middle East conflict, Disney Cruise Line’s christening of the Disney Adventure and celebrating women in the industry.

Scenic Group Simplifies Pricing With Four New Fare Options

Scenic Group will introduce a new 4-tier pricing structure in the U.S., effective March 9, 2026, that will replace the 2-for-1 framework.

JetBlue Launches Flights to Florida from New York and Boston

JetBlue has launched new nonstop routes to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport from New York’s JFK and Boston, with additional flights planned during Spring Break.

Caviar and Cuisine Meet at Hammock Cove Antigua

Hammock Cove Antigua will welcome Golden Goat Caviar for the first Hammock Cove Antigua Golden Goat Caviar Pop-Up Weekend.

Paul Gauguin Cruises Extends Tahiti Offer With Credit, TA Incentive

Paul Gauguin Cruises is extending its Take Your Sweetie to Tahiti Wave Season offer and sweetening the deal with $500 for travel advisors.

U.S.-Israel-Iran War Having Immediate, Long-Term Travel Impact

The war will also have a ripple effect globally, since about 14 percent of international flights travel through airports in the Middle East.

Into the Living Amazon: A Family Expedition

Few places on Earth feel as alive, layered and quietly powerful as the Amazon, especially when experienced aboard Sanctuary Pure Amazon.

Disney Cruise Line Christens Disney Adventure, Marking Expansion into Southeast Asia

Disney Cruise Line officially welcomed its newest vessel, the Disney Adventure, at a christening ceremony in Singapore, with the ship's Godparent, Robert Downey Jr.

Azamara Opens Bookings for 2028 World Cruise Segments and Grand Voyages

Azamara Cruises has opened bookings for 14 World Cruise segments, nine Grand Voyages and six Combination Cruises aboard Azamara Onward.

Tourism Emergency Procedures Activated in Israel and Gulf Region

The Israel Ministry of Tourism, Celestyal Cruises and Avanti Destinations engaged emergency security measures to ensure travelers' safety.

Southwest Faces Pushback on Assigned Seating One Month In

In response to customer complaints, Southwest announced three changes rolling out in March, including a rebalance of boarding groups.

Wellness Retreats and Resorts Designed for Today’s Female Traveler

As International Women’s Day highlights empowerment and equity, luxury resorts are expanding women-focused wellness retreats and solo travel experiences.

From Luxury Sailings to Mega-Ship Fun: Cruises That Demand Your Attention

From revitalized ships to anniversary cruises, Antarctica expeditions and new Alaska and Asia itineraries, 2027’s cruise lineup offers cultural access, adventure and luxury for travelers.

Modern Mexican Design Takes Flight With Aeromexico

After a multiyear update of its hard product, Aeromexico turned attention to onboard service elements that bridge comfort, design and culture.

Uniworld Rolls Out New Advisor Training

Uniworld has launched a new Uniworld University course designed to give travel advisors an early preview of its 2026 and 2027 expansion plans.

Beaches Unveils $150M Grace Bay Expansion in Turks

Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks and Caicos is now open, with 101 new multi-bedroom suites and six dining concepts on Grace Bay Beach.

Princess Cruises and The Travel Institute Launch Advisor Education Partnership

The partnership will roll out a series of initiatives focused on training, engagement and recognition tools designed to help advisors strengthen their expertise and business growth.