CELEBRATING AMERICA250

SeaWorld Orlando Celebrates America’s 250th with BBQ Summer Experience

Running weekends until Aug. 23, Red, White & BBQ brings together barbecue traditions from across the country, more than 150 beer selections and festive entertainment.

Stop and Smell the Scenery in Big Sur

Big Sur is celebrating the long-awaited reopening of Highway 1 with an experience designed to engage all the senses.

America’s 250th Anniversary Celebrations Beyond the Fourth

While the Fourth of July has passed, celebrations marking America's 250th anniversary are continuing in destinations across the country.

Advisor Tools & FAMs

The Rise of Solo Group Travel

More travelers are embracing solo travel in pursuit of their passions. With that in mind, it’s no surprise that many USTOA tour operator members continue to create itineraries that are a perfect fit for solo travelers.

Classic Vacations Sees December Lead in Latest Booking Data

According to Classic Vacations' recent booking data, travelers are locking in holiday plans well ahead of the season.

ALG Vacations Kindness Conference Raises Thousands for Charity

ALG Vacations welcomed travel professionals and industry partners to its fourth annual Kindness Conference and Kindness Connection.

New Bahamas Offer Trims $250 Off Fall Vacations

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism's fall promotion gives North American travelers $250 in instant savings on new air-inclusive packages.

TTC Tour Brands Refreshes Groups Program for Advisors

TTC Tour Brands has rolled out a reworked Groups Program spanning Scheduled Groups, Custom Groups, Small Groups and river cruising.

Pleasant Holidays and EVOKE | INSPIRE Upgrade Digital Itineraries for Advisors

Pleasant Holidays and EVOKE | INSPIRE are introducing redesigned digital itinerary documents that give travel advisors a more polished way to present vacation details to clients.

DESTINATIONS

New Luxury Itinerary Pairs Singapore With Cambodia’s Song Saa Private Island

A new two-country package invites travelers to experience the best of Singapore and Cambodia, pairing city exploration with an exclusive stay at Song Saa Private Island.

Luxury Getaway: Botany Resort Opens on St. Thomas This Winter

The Botany, a new luxury resort on the western tip of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, opens this winter with 20 villas

Ron Magill to Join Atlas Ocean Voyages’ 2027 Antarctica Expedition

Conservationist, photographer and TV personality, Ron Magill, is joining guests aboard World Traveller for a 16-night Antarctica and Falkland Islands expedition.

Rimrock Banff Introduces Pathfinder-Led Experiences for 2026 Opening

Located within more than 2,500 square miles of protected Canadian wilderness, Rimrock Banff will offer guests access to a collection of adventures showcasing the region’s landscapes, wildlife and cultural heritage.

New Bahamas Offer Trims $250 Off Fall Vacations

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism's fall promotion gives North American travelers $250 in instant savings on new air-inclusive packages.

Century Cruises Expands to Egypt With New Nile River Cruises

The new Egypt itineraries include round-trip airfare from the U.S., private transfers, three nights in Cairo, guided sightseeing and Century Cruises' Signature shore excursions.

Travel Interests

Classic Vacations Sees December Lead in Latest Booking Data

According to Classic Vacations' recent booking data, travelers are locking in holiday plans well ahead of the season.

Luxury Getaway: Botany Resort Opens on St. Thomas This Winter

The Botany, a new luxury resort on the western tip of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, opens this winter with 20 villas

Ron Magill to Join Atlas Ocean Voyages’ 2027 Antarctica Expedition

Conservationist, photographer and TV personality, Ron Magill, is joining guests aboard World Traveller for a 16-night Antarctica and Falkland Islands expedition.

News

Steve Born Departs Globus Family of Brands After 25 Years

Born joined the Globus family of brands in 2001 and spent nearly a quarter century leading marketing strategy for Globus, Cosmos and Avalon Waterways.

Low Water Levels Hamper European River Cruises

Extreme heat and prolonged drought are causing water levels on some of Europe’s most popular rivers to drop near record lows, prompting adjustments for Danube and Rhine river cruises.

Egypt Introduces Digital Visa-on-Arrival System

Egypt will launch a pilot Digital Visa-on-Arrival program at Cairo International Airport on Aug. 1, using a QR code entry process that can be accessed online or via a mobile app.

FAMS

ETS Tours Launches Türkiye FAM to Help Advisors Grow Faith-Based Sales

ETS Tours is inviting travel advisors to experience Türkiye's biblical landmarks on a new educational FAM designed to help grow faith-based travel sales.

Audley Travel Opens Contest for Exclusive South Africa FAM

Open to graduates of the Audley Academy training program, the contest invites advisors to submit a video explaining how the South Africa FAM would strengthen their business.

Small-Group Thailand FAM

Limited to six participants, the small-group FAM showcases two of the country's most popular destinations: Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
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