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Backroads Lowers Private Room Fees for Solo Travelers

Backroads, the global leader in active travel, has announced the launch of Solo Room Savings to meet the demand of the growing solo travel market. Backroads has always welcomed solo adventurers, who consistently give the company high marks for offering a group travel experience that’s inclusive, flexible, and seamless. With Solo Room Savings, the company […]

Miami Heat, Carnival Donate $1M to Support Hurricane Recovery in Jamaica

The Miami HEAT, in partnership with the Micky & Madeleine Arison Family Foundation and Carnival Corporation & plc, has made a $1,000,000 donation to Direct Relief to assist with expected recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. Direct Relief is a humanitarian aid organization with a mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by […]

Rick Steves: Futuristic Oslo | Travel Agent Central

I’m always inspired by Norway’s capital Oslo — a classic old city that keeps chugging into the future. It’s architecturally fascinating, extremely livable, and mellow. While food — and just about anything else you might buy — is expensive, many of Oslo’s joys are free. Situated at the head of a 60-mile-long fjord, Oslo sprawls […]

Boat Bike Tours Offers World’s First Bike Tour of Egypt and Nile River

Boat Bike Tours will set out on a bold new adventure in 2026 with a first-of-its-kind tour of Egypt and the Nile River. With special permission, guests will travel the country in a way no others have, leaving behind popular tourist routes to e-bike through a pristine Red Sea resort, among the Nile’s fertile farmlands, […]

Royal Caribbean Group Announces New Exclusive Destination

Strengthening its vacation ecosystem, Royal Caribbean Group has announced the expansion of its “Ultimate” private destinations, with the debut of Royal Beach Club on the picturesque island of Santorini in 2026. The move is part of the company’s strategic investment to expand its portfolio of destinations and experiences, and create new ways to deliver vacations […]

Vrbo Rolls Out New Standards for Vacation Rental Homes

Just in time for the busy holiday travel season, Vrbo is revealing major changes aimed at solving travelers’ No. 1 complaint about the entire vacation rental category: stays not meeting expectations. Vrbo has released several new features on its platform that elevate the quality and consistency of vacation rentals, giving guests the confidence they need […]

Exodus Adventure Travels Extends October Sale Through Halloween

Exodus Adventure Travels has extended its biggest sale of the year through October 31, giving travelers more time to save up to 20 percent off—or more than $1,900—on small-group adventures across the globe. This limited-time offer applies to departures through December 2026, featuring adventures in culture, trekking, cycling and wildlife.  The offer is valid for all departures, […]