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Historically, April marks the start of the European travel season for many Americans. However, Squaremouth, the travel insurance marketplace, is seeing a different picture emerge this spring. According to Squaremouth’s data, Americans are reconsidering where they’re traveling to, spending more than normal traveling within the U.S., and seeking extra protection for international trips. A Deeper […]

Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett has publicly credited travel advisors across the Americas as essential to the destination’s tourism growth, emphasizing their role in shaping client perceptions and driving repeat visitation during a period of global market volatility. Speaking at a reception in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, Bartlett told advisors that their influence extends […]

A new study from the U.S. Travel Association suggests the 2026 FIFA World Cup could deliver substantial booking opportunities and travel spend, with international visitors planning per-person spending of more than $5,000, roughly 1.7 times higher than typical international trips to the U.S. But the research also flags significant obstacles: safety concerns and visa policy […]

Contour Airlines is making a significant bet on Middle Georgia’s market, announcing on April 9 that it will restore nonstop service to Baltimore beginning June 9 while simultaneously launching new flights to Fort Lauderdale—a dual expansion signaling confidence in the region’s leisure and business travel demand. The Baltimore return marks the airline’s response to what […]

MSC Cruises is officially one month away from its Alaska debut, with MSC Poesia departing dry dock this weekend and beginning its Atlantic crossing to Seattle. The summer 2026 season marks the cruise line’s inaugural Alaska operations, expanding its North American footprint and introducing advisors to a refreshed ship ready to capture the competitive Alaska market. […]

Beaches is launching a free companion support service for families with children on the autism spectrum, available to travel advisors booking qualifying stays during Autism Acceptance Month. Travelers who reserve accommodations in April 2026 for trips between August 22 and November 2, 2026, will receive a complimentary Beaches Buddy—a specially trained, IBCCES-accredited team member providing […]

Virgin Voyages officially arrived on the West Coast on Monday, April 6, as Brilliant Lady made her debut at the Port of Los Angeles. The moment welcomed more than 2,000 guests onboard—including social media personality, singer and influencer Dixie D’Amelio and actress Brec Bassinger—alongside media, influencers, First Mates and devoted Sailors. Designed to reflect the […]

Experience Turks and Caicos has announced its partnership with Houston-based Travelview International to launch a video-driven travel advisor marketing and education program across the United States and Canada—markets that collectively represent about 90 percent of the destination’s visitor arrivals. Through this partnership, Experience Turks and Caicos will leverage Travelview International’s established platform to engage approximately 80,000 […]

Southwest Airlines has begun service at Santa Rosa, California’s Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport. To celebrate its wine country expansion, the airline will introduce a new “Sip and Ship” program, allowing customers to check one case of wine at no cost from select West Coast locations starting later this month. “We’re excited to open […]