Insight Vacations has announced the launch of “Encounters,” a new multimedia content series that explores the lives of local individuals that guests meet on Insight tours. With this initiative, the company aims to bring human storytelling to the forefront for both travelers and travel advisors. The series showcases stories that go beyond the brochure to […]

Casago, the premier vacation rental property management company known for its franchise-first model, has partnered with current franchise Casago San Diego to manage more than 150 coastal vacation rental homes previously operated by Vacasa. The Casago San Diego franchise is led by Carlsbad locals Dave Carter, Bert King and Erik Trogden, local real estate professionals […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has announced the expansion of its voco hotels brand to Phuket, Thailand, in partnership with AssetWise Public Company Limited and its subsidiary Rhom Bho Property Public Company Limited. Set to open in 2029, the 175-key voco Phuket Bangtao will welcome guests in the upscale lifestyle destination of Bangtao, along the […]

To avoid Hurricane Erin’s projected path, cruise lines have shifted ports of call for several ships. Now a Category 4 hurricane, Erin is heading northward from the Caribbean. At press time, the dangerous storm wasn’t projected to hit the U.S. coastline directly. Instead, most weather models show it veering to the northeast toward Bermuda. That […]

Tourism New Zealand has just launched its rejuvenated global brand campaign, bringing the iconic 100% Pure New Zealand to the front and center with a powerful invitation – Find Your 100%. The campaign focuses on being totally connected, present, inspired and fulfilled in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations. For meetings and incentive planners, […]

Marriott International has announced the signing of an agreement with The Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited to open six hotels (940 rooms) in four markets across India. This portfolio deal comprises six new-build projects under five Marriott Bonvoy brands—The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield by Marriott. Brigade Hotel Ventures […]

Exodus Adventure Travels has announced a travel advisor offer and unveiled Private Group Adventures, a special private label program designed to make it easier and more affordable for people with shared interests to travel together to some of the most intriguing destinations around the world. With Exodus’ Private Group Adventures, traveling on a dedicated small […]

Southwest Airlines Co. is again growing its route map with service at Knoxville, TN, McGhee Tyson Airport scheduled to begin March 5, 2026. Tickets for the five daily round-trips to and from Knoxville, along with the airline’s schedule through April 6, 2026, are on sale. Southwest Airlines is scheduled to introduce twice-daily service between Knoxville […]

Hilton has announced the brand debut of Hampton by Hilton in the U.S. Virgin Islands with the opening of Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas, a 126-room hotel located directly across from Havensight Mall and overlooking Long Bay. This milestone marks a strategic addition to Hilton’s growing presence in the Caribbean, where it welcomes guests at […]