Ancient Egypt and Nile River Cruise FAM
Sunnyland Tour is offering a FAM that features the splendor and mysteries of ancient Egypt that includes a four-night Nile River Carnival cruises.
Bermuda is Open for Travel
Bermuda is open, safe and ready to welcome travelers. In August, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) improved the island’s ranking to Level 2
AHLA Reports on the State of Hotel Industry
AHLA has released a report on the hotel industry six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, with travel demand lagging far behind normal levels.
Villas of Distinction Offers New Partnership for Travel Agencies
With the increase in consumers looking for private villa accommodations, Villas of Distinction is increasing its portfolio of white-label partners.
Cambria Hotels Continues Coast-to-Coast Expansion
Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. continues its expansion across popular United States destinations with openings on both the east and west coasts.
Top Three Airlines Drop Change Fees
First United Airlines announced it was eliminating domestic change fees, then Delta Air Lines and American Airlines followed suit. This move comes as airlines are doing their best to fill their planes.
Seabourn Extends Cancelation Until 2021
Seabourn announced today that it will cancel additional voyages for three cruise ships in its fleet as a part of its pause in global ship operations.
Belize to Reopen in October
The international airport in Belize will reopen on Oct. 1, 2020, as part of the country’s five-phase reopening strategy for tourism.
Busch Gardens Bier Fest + New Fun Card
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is bring back Bier Fest, but with new dates; and is launching a new Fun Card that will get you free admission to the parks for the rest of 2020.
Cruise Planners Expands Land-Based Offers
Cruise Planners is shifting to respond to consumer demands. The company has created a centralized database of land-based all-inclusive resorts.
That Was Then, This is Now: The Post-COVID Traveler
This week ASTA held its virtual conference, and during that conference a group of panelists discussed “The Psychology of the Sale—Qualifying and Understanding the Post-COVID-19 Traveler."
Hone in on Your Skills: Nice Côte d’Azur Webinar
Now is the time to hone in on your skills, add new destinations to your realm of expertise, and sign up for as many classes as you can, while we wait for travel to pick back up.
Tulip Time FAM
Experience Amsterdam’s colorful canals and tulips, the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills and the art of Rubens and Michelangelo during this 2021 FAM.
Health & Sanitation Protocols at U.S. Hotels Impact Guests’ Comfort
A survey by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) shows that health and sanitation protocol at U.S. hotels would have considerable impact on guests' comfort levels staying there.
Work from Hotel, Beachside at Kimpton Surfcomber
The Kimpton Surfcomber in Miami Beach is offering a WFH (Work from Hotel) package that will have your clients wanting to make the resort their permanent home-away-from-home.
Dominican Republic Creates Tourism Recovery Plan Focused on Health
A set of initiatives to address the COVID-19 pandemic challenges has been created to ensure that the Dominican Republic is a safe travel destination.
Travel Advisors are Even More Valuable than Before
Advisors are now more valuable than before as travelers will seek an expert's advice when navigating state openings, protocols, safety measures, and the possibility of canceled travel due to COVID-19.
Affluent Group is “Travel Ready”
A survey undertaken by Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) shows a desire to travel this year now that travel restrictions have been slightly relaxed, a willingness to travel internationally by plane, and a preference for smaller hotels.
USTOA Survey: Post-COVID-19 Recovery & Resumption Plans for Travel
The United States Tour Operators Association released new findings from surveys about post-COVID-19 plans for recovery and resumption of business.
ASTA Names Cruise Planners Franchise Partner of the Year
The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) has named Cruise Planners its first-ever Franchise Partner of the Year.
