European cruise-and-cycle tour operator Boat Bike Tours has opened a sales office in Fairfield, CT, to meet growing demand for active travel experiences among North Americans. The Amsterdam-based company offers over 70 itineraries across 15 countries and is known for its deeper, more active spin on exploring the continent by barge, motor yacht, sailing ship […]
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MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Magnifica will undergo significant enhancements. This will include the addition of the MSC Yacht Club onboard, as well as a new MSC Aurea Spa and MSC Gym powered by Technogym. Sales are open for guests wishing to book the MSC Yacht Club on MSC Magnifica starting from summer 2026. […]
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Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, has announced the opening of Kimpton Atlântico Algarve, the brand’s first resort in Portugal. Perched on São Rafael Beach, the 149-key Kimpton Atlântico Algarve is just a stone’s throw away from the town of Albufeira, known for its golden beaches, nightlife and Old Town. […]
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The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has announced the launch of a new Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system. This digital system will modernize the way visitors enter the twin-island nation, ensuring a seamless, efficient and secure travel experience. Additionally, the eTA will help Saint Kitts and Nevis remain an open and welcoming destination while […]
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Hawaiʻi governor Josh Green has signed into law Act 96 (Senate Bill 1396), a landmark initiative that establishes the first-ever climate impact fee, or “Green Fee,” in the nation, marking a historic moment for Hawaiʻi’s climate, environment and communities. The Green Fee addresses the critical need to build resiliency against the impacts of climate change […]
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Cardigan Connor, Anguilla‘s minister of health, sport and tourism, has announced the appointment of Jameel Rochester as director of tourism at the Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB). His appointment, along with the appointments of Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch as chairperson and Chantelle Richardson as deputy director of tourism, fulfil the minister’s commitment to having Anguillians in key leadership […]
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Casetta—which has five properties in California—has announced the debut of Hotel Willa in Taos, NM, the latest addition to its portfolio and the brand’s first foray into the American Southwest. Tucked at the edge of the Downtown Taos Historic District, the 50-room hotel is located in a renovated 1960s adobe-style motor lodge. Some of the […]
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The refreshed Go Pool complex at Flamingo Las Vegas is ready to make a splash this pool season. Following a $20 million transformation, the multi-pool complex will host high-energy parties and is now open for guests 21 and older. Spanning nearly one and a half acres, Go Pool is home to five distinct pools and […]
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Avoya Travel successfully hosted the 2025 Avoya Travel Land Forum at Secrets Tides Punta Cana, marking the event’s first-ever edition in the Dominican Republic. The forum welcomed 250 attendees, including over 35 top-producing independent agencies from the Avoya Network, also making it the largest Land Forum in Avoya’s history. The event included a week of […]
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TPConnects Technologies has announced the ongoing integration of its advanced AI capabilities into its Astra and Iris platforms, marking a step forward in its intelligent travel technology. The TPConnects conversational AI agent, Trip Captain, combines natural language processing, travel information and deep learning capabilities to assist travel planning and management. The conversational AI agent will […]