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The Maui Wildfire Crisis: How to Help

Many travel industry groups are stepping up to offer assistance to victims of the Maui wildfires. Here's how you can help, too.

Hornblower Group’s New Tour Brings Rome’s Gladiators to Life

Hornblower Group recently announced its reimagined Underground Colosseum experience, carefully calibrated to knock everyone's socks off.

House Passes Bipartisan Bill Protecting the Rights of Air Travelers

A bill to reauthorize the (FAA) that includes significant new protections for air travelers has overwhelmingly been approved by the House.

This Punta Cana Hottie Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Adults

Here, beachside bliss, spa pampering, poolside fun, spacious accommodations and entertainment until the wee hours await your clients.

Demand Drives Passport Wait Times Above Three Months

Time is running short for clients who want to get away this year and still don't have a new or renewed passport in hand.

Luxury Hotel News Roundup: New Suites, Renos & More

From cosmopolitan properties to boho-chic villas to a West Coast escape, here’s a look at new luxury hotel news to put on your radar.

Disney’s Very Merrytime Sailings Up the Fun Quotient

Disney Cruise Line has unveiled new festivities for its Very Merrytime cruises, including a new tree lighting ceremony and a brand-new Mickey and Minnie’s Holiday Party.

Italy Battles Overtourism With Fees, Caps on Beach Visits and More

Overtourism is such a big problem in Italy that officials have proposed charging a fee and requiring pre-registration just to enter Venice.

Iberostar Selection Playa Mita — Something for Everyone

Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit is known for its lush coastline and splendid beaches—and the Iberostar Selection Playa Mita is an ideal showcase for both.

W Fort Lauderdale—We Checked In

Whether your clients are headed to Fort Lauderdale for a leisure vacation or bleisure getaway, the W Fort Lauderdale, with its iconic sail design and subtle homages to the sand and sea throughout, offers amenities that will “wow” them.

Travel Companies Stop Booking Giza Camel Rides After PETA Exposé

PETA also opposes other types of “animal encounters” and tourism involving animals, including swimming with dolphins to attending bullfights.

Summer Travel Trends for Gen Z and Millennials

Where are Gen Z and Millennials traveling to this summer? Contiki says they’re heading to Japan, Thailand, Iceland and Greece.

The Cruise Industry Sails Forward into a Very Bright Future

Intent to cruise is higher than it was in December 2019, with 85 percent of cruisers saying they will cruise again (that's 6 percent higher than pre-pandemic).

Travel Advisors Talk Luxury Travel

Whether you're new to the segment or not, it's always worth checking in with your colleagues for their take on how to best sell a luxury vacation.

Cunard Appoints Katie McAlister as Its New President

Cunard has announced the appointment of Katie McAlister, after a 20-year career with TUI, as its new president.

Viva Wyndham V Heavens Welcomes Everyone on Your Client List

Starting this month, the one-time adults-only playground, Viva V Wyndham Heavens, will be open for all ages.

Dondra Ritzenthaler of Celebrity Cruises Will Retire this May

Dondra Ritzenthaler, Celebrity Cruises' sr. vice president of sales for the Americas, has announced her retirement.

Southwest Airlines Ground Stop Lifted, Delays Loom Ahead

This issue comes months after Southwest was forced to cancel more than a third of its schedule—16,700 flights—during the 2022 holiday season.

Goway — Spring into ‘24 Groups Only Incentive

Goway has just launched a Spring into ‘24 Groups Only incentive, rewarding you with a bonus $100 on your GowayPro Rewards Card.

Tips on Avoiding Motion Sickness

Here are some tips Allianz medical professionals say to keep in mind to try and avoid motion sickness or alleviate symptoms.

Tips for Finding the Right Fit for Your Boomer Clients

Recommend spoke with two veteran travel advisors who focus on Boomers to get the 4-1-1 on this lucrative demographic.

Destinations Gear Up for Record Sargassum Season

Sargassum—a form of seaweed—is expected to wash ashore in Florida, the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean in record amounts this season.

Jet Lag? We’ve Got You Covered

Here are some tips from Allianz Partners' medical professionals for avoiding jet lag when traveling to Europe.

It’s a ‘Bon Jour’ at Laila, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

If your clients have been there, done that, you might want to point them in the direction of Seychelles. Laila, Seychelles, a Tribute Portfolio Resort, is located on the...
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