Looking to hike the Peaks of the Balkans trail in Europe? Then you’re in the right place! I’ve just returned from a 10-day trek along this stunning Western Balkans hiking route, which takes you through the stunning Accursed Mountains and crosses the border between Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro numerous times. The Peaks of the Balkans […]
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Dream Vacations is recruiting military veterans to enlist in its 14th annual “Operation Vetrepreneur: Become Your Own General” contest, and is accepting entries from now through September 1, 2025. Three military veterans will be awarded a free travel agency franchise, continuing a tradition that has given away 64 franchises valued at more than $787,200 since […]
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Etihad Airways has touched down in Atlanta for the first time, expanding its U.S. footprint and connecting the cultural and commercial heart of the U.S. Southeast with Abu Dhabi and beyond. The launch marks another milestone in Etihad’s North American expansion. Etihad’s first flight from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport […]
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Atlas Ocean Voyages has appointed Kristian C. Anderson as executive vice president of global sales. In this role, the seasoned luxury cruise executive will lead all sales initiatives as the brand deepens its trade-first strategy to expand in the luxury expedition cruise market. Anderson will report directly to President and CEO James A. Rodriguez. “It is […]
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Celebrating 130 years of expedition heritage, HX Expeditions has unveiled “Sell 3 – Sail for Free,” its largest-ever global travel advisor incentive. As part of its anniversary celebrations, HX is rewarding travel advisors around the world with an exclusive opportunity: advisors who make three new deposited bookings on eligible HX expedition cruises between July 1 […]
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As the cruise industry hits the mid-year mark, Cunard announced a “significant uplift in demand” following the launch of its 2027 cruise schedules. The storied brand posted a 55 percent increase in nights booked during the first seven days compared to the equivalent period for the 2026 launch. Both the UK and North American markets […]
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Atlas Ocean Voyages has launched a brand-new polar expedition for 2026: the “Canadian Arctic Discovery“, a 17-night expedition aboard World Voyager, sailing September 21 from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to St. John’s, Newfoundland. This journey offers explorers a rare opportunity to traverse the remote regions of the Canadian Arctic and Labrador, highlighting the untamed wilderness, rich cultural diversity, and wildlife encounters. This newly unveiled Arctic itinerary offers […]
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In honor of America’s 250th birthday in 2026, Holland America Line is sailing a landmark cruise roundtrip from Boston—the epicenter of the American Revolution. The seven-day “America’s 250th Celebration: Stars & Stripes Voyage” aboard Zuiderdam departs July 4, 2026, and includes a visit to Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, an overnight visit to New York […]
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There’s not much in life that isn’t better with a soft shell crab tempura bao bun, and those aboard Oceania Cruises will soon get to test them out. The popular luxury cruise line, known for its fusion of prime destinations and culinary prowess, just introduced 12 bold new Nikkei recipes to its signature Pan-Asian restaurant, Red […]
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Oneworld Alliance has welcomed Oman Air as its 15th member airline. As the flag carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, the airline strengthens the alliance’s presence across the Middle East and unlocks new opportunities for global travel. “We are proud to welcome Oman Air to the oneworld family,” said Nat Pieper, CEO of oneworld. “Oman […]