American Airlines Expands in Chicago with 100 New Spring Flights

Continuing its growth in Chicago, American Airlines is adding 100 new daily departures from O’Hare International Airport (ORD), bolstering its schedule with additional flights to more than 75 popular destinations just in time for spring break. The airline is also expanding its summer seasonal service from ORD to Paris and Dublin. This move is the […]

Advisor Alert: Norwegian Cruise Line Eliminates NCFs

In a major trade-friendly move, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has removed all NCFs (non-commissionable fares) as a commitment to its travel partners. The action comes less than two weeks after industry veteran Marc Kazlauskas, a former Avoya Travel Network and FROSCH executive, was appointed as NCL’s new president. In a letter to travel partners announcing the […]

Paris Insider: Best of the Holidays in the City of Light

It’s that time of the year when Paris transforms into a holiday wonderland with bright lights, dazzling decorations, festive windows at department stores and special concerts and performances. Here’s our list of the best things to do and see for the Christmas holidays in 2025. Champs Elysees Illuminations The most famous boulevard in the world, […]

Brazil Welcomed Record-Setting 9 Million International Tourists in 2025

Brazil has reached an unprecedented milestone in its tourism industry, recording the arrival of nine million international visitors before the end of the year. The figure not only shatters the previous record of 6.77 million set in 2024, but also significantly surpasses the 6.9 million target established in the 2024–2027 National Tourism Plan (PNT). The […]

Marriott Opens 200th Hotel in India with The Westin Jaipur

Westin Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of The Westin Jaipur Kant Kalwar Resort & Spa. The brand’s debut in one of India’s most sought-after leisure destinations, marks a landmark opening as Marriott International’s 200th property in the country. The company continues to enhance access and relevance for travelers across India, including through the […]

Holland America to Mark America’s 250th Birthday with July 4 Sailing

As America marks its 250th anniversary in 2026, Holland America Line is launching a celebration featuring unique programs and collaborations with American brands deeply rooted in the nation’s history. Additionally, a July 4, 2026, seven-day “America’s 250th Celebration: Stars and Stripes” cruise will bring together tradition, history and specially curated programming. Through this anniversary voyage […]

MSC Cruises Opens 2028 World Cruise Bookings

MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its 2028 World Cruise, inviting guests to explore vibrant cities, remote islands, and cultural treasures during the 115-night voyage aboard the newly refurbished MSC Magnifica. The sailing will start from the Mediterranean and head to the Caribbean, across the Pacific, into Australasia, through Asia and the Arabian Peninsula before […]