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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.

Hall of Famer DT Minich Talks Kissimmee

Florida Tourism Hall of Famer DT Minich talks Kissimmee, vacation homes and what travel advisors need to know about today’s family travelers.

The World is on the Menu

Seeing the world is one thing; tasting it offers travelers an entirely different way to connect with a destination.

Affluent Traveler Collection Reports Double Digit Growth

The Affluent Traveler Collection reported double-digit sales gains across its portfolio during its annual Symposium, held this week.

[UPDATED] Nor’easter On Track to Disrupt Weekend Air Travel

A slow-moving, early-season nor’easter is expected to disrupt air travel across the Northeast this weekend. Travelers are advised to check with their airline for potential delays.

Luxury Safari Options Expand Across East and Southern Africa

A wave of new and renovated properties across Tanzania, Namibia and beyond is reshaping what luxury safari travel looks like.

Princess Cruises Offers Holiday Cruises to Hawaii, Caribbean and Mexico Sailings

Princess Cruises is leaning into sunshine and holiday traditions with seasonal sailings to Hawaii, the Caribbean, Mexico and the Panama Canal.

New Women-Only Programs Span Wellness to Adventure

Tour operators and hotels are vying for the women-only travel market segment with everything from wellness retreats to high-adventure trips.

Windstar Expands 2028 Europe Cruises With New Itineraries

Windstar Cruises has opened its 2028 Europe season for booking, with five yachts sailing the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.