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Paris may be losing some of its beloved cafés, but there’s a silver lining: a new wave of specialty coffee shops is filling the void. For decades, most Paris cafés have poured the same brand of coffee, Café Richard, a mediocre brew at best, so the arrival of premium coffee is a welcome shift for […]

The Transportation Security Administration this week announced a new partnership with Google Wallet, introducing a more seamless way for eligible travelers to opt in to TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. Google Wallet is the first digital wallet to offer this innovative feature, making secure, efficient travel easier than ever. With TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, members can […]

Americans are still planning to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend, but new data from Expedia and Vrbo shows they are making more deliberate, budget-conscious choices about how they book. Travelers are prioritizing savings while still committing to holiday plans, the two brands found. On Expedia, searches using budget filters have surged 1,265 percent year […]

KHM Travel Group is setting the stage for the next 100 years, driven by strong leadership and core values. At the end of 2026, Geoff Cox, current vice president of sales & marketing, will step into the operational leadership role as president. Rick Zimmerman, CEO & president, will remain CEO and assume the role of chairman […]

Korean Air and Delta Air Lines are expanding Seamless Baggage Transfer from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), further enhancing the travel experience for customers flying from Korea to the United States by saving up to 20 minutes when connecting in the U.S. Seamless Baggage Transfer, […]

Bass Pro Shops has agreed to acquire Cheeca Lodge & Spa, the historic oceanfront resort in Islamorada, Florida, the outdoor retailer announced June 23. The deal, struck through the company’s nature-based resorts division, was made for an undisclosed price. The acquisition unites Cheeca Lodge with the neighboring World Wide Sportsman Store & Marina, a Bass […]

With travel costs rising and household budgets under pressure, Priceline set out to understand what summer travel looks like for Americans in 2026. The answer: Americans remain deeply committed to their summer vacations and are cutting back on nearly everything else to make them happen. Priceline released its inaugural 2026 State of Summer Travel Report, based […]

Ensemble has announced the continued expansion of its technology ecosystem with the addition of three new strategic partnerships: Tern, Travefy, and Travel Industry Solutions. These new partners strengthen Ensemble’s commitment to providing members with best-in-class technology designed to streamline operations, enhance client service, integrate easily into systems, reduce administrative burdens and drive greater profitability. They […]

Carnival Corporation is riding a wave of unprecedented demand, reporting record second-quarter 2026 revenues as travelers continue booking cruises further out than ever before. For travel advisors, the message is clear: Secure your clients’ vacations early, as inventory for the remainder of 2026 is highly constrained and 2027 sailings are already pacing well ahead of […]