Monthly Archives: August 2025

The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport and Egyptair have announced a strategic partnership, enhancing the travel experience for the airline’s customers flying to and from New York City. This partnership supports Egyptair’s ambition to expand its U.S. network and connect more travelers to the destination of Egypt. With nonstop […]

VacationPort (formerly Passport Online Inc.) has welcomed Riviera Travel to its extensive catalog, offering travel advisors access to one of Europe’s most acclaimed river cruise and guided tour providers. This new partnership marks a strategic step in Riviera Travel’s expansion into the North American market. This inclusion ensures that travel advisors using VacationPort can seamlessly […]

Archer Travel Service and Evolution Travel are extending their global reach with the opening of a new office in Madrid, aimed at supporting the growing number of independent travel advisors across Europe. The move strengthens a partnership that began in 2016, when Evolution Travel aligned with Archer Travel to build a network of home-based advisors. […]

Hyatt is already closing the first property in its Caption by Hyatt brand, just three years after it opened on Memphis’ Beale Street. The 136-room Caption by Hyatt Beale Street Memphis debuted in 2022 as the launchpad for Hyatt’s lifestyle concept, meant to compete with Marriott’s Moxy and CitizenM, Hilton’s Motto, and IHG’s Ruby. But […]

Delta is deepening its commitment to Central Texas with the launch of three new nonstop routes from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), connecting travelers to Denver (DEN), Columbus (CMH) and Kansas City (MCI). In addition, Delta is increasing service on two existing routes, San Francisco (SFO) and Indianapolis (IND), providing even more options for customers traveling […]

Blue Diamond Resorts has transitioned to Royalton Hotels & Resorts, consolidating its brand identity under the Royalton name. This change marks a natural evolution for the company, whose success has been closely tied to the growth and recognition of its Royalton-branded properties across seven Caribbean destinations. With an aligned portfolio and refreshed visual identity, the […]

Vacation rental hosts are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for guest communication, with usage of Hospitable’s AI-Suggested Replies feature jumping 45 percent in the first half of 2025 compared to the previous six months. The rise signals a shift in how short-term rental (STR) hosts and property managers handle high-stakes, guest-facing conversations and a growing […]

In a surprise move, David Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a brand of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), has left the company. That’s according to NCLH’s recent 8-K financial report. Describing Herrera’s exit as part of a “strategic leadership change,” the report also said that Harry Sommer, NCLH’s president and CEO, will temporarily […]

STSTravel.com, a provider of student Spring Break vacations, has announced the release of its Spring Break 2026 programs in Cancun, Nassau, Punta Cana, and Cabo. These packages are designed to deliver a college Spring Break experience, complete with all-inclusive resorts, nightly open-bar parties, and VIP access to the hottest clubs. Cancun: The #1 Spring Break […]

Just seven months post-rebrand from Riviera River Cruises, Riviera Travel announces it has achieved over 100 percent YOY growth, more than doubling its full annual passenger count from 2024. Riviera’s rebrand, introduced in January, unified the company’s river cruise business under one consistent global brand identity. In the months since, the company has doubled down […]