From Hawaii’s new visitor taxes to Venezuela travel concerns, plus an exclusive interview with Azamara Cruises President Dondra Ritzenthaler, who calls this “a new era” for the cruise line, the latest travel industry headlines highlight key shifts every advisor should watch.
As questions circulate among travelers following recent developments near Venezuela, CHAT President Sanovnik Destang is setting the record straight. READ MORE
Hawaii has increased the tax charged to all incoming visitors. The additional revenue will be used to protect its fragile environmental resources. READ MORE
Azamara Cruises is entering what President Dondra Ritzenthaler describes as “a new era” with the launch of the largest fleetwide renovation in the line’s history. READ MORE
PortMiami hosted the intimate christening celebration of Windstar Cruises’ first newbuild for its Star class—the Star Seeker. READ MORE
Allegiant will acquire Sun Country Airlines in a cash-and-stock merger, creating a combined carrier that will serve 22 million annual passengers. READ MORE
ASTA and industry groups praised Norwegian Cruise Line’s move to eliminate non-commissionable fares. READ MORE
