Category Archives: Blog

Cruise industry veteran Richard Fain, chairman of Royal Caribbean Group since 1988, and a visionary leader known and beloved by many travel advisors, will step down from the chairman’s role in the fourth quarter of 2025. He’ll remain on the group’s board of directors with Jason Liberty, the group’s president and CEO since January 2022, […]

Moxy Hotels has announced the opening of Moxy Istanbul Beyoğlu. Situated in Istanbul’s Beyoğlu district, the hotel marks an exciting debut for the brand, showcasing its unique style in the bustling city. Designed by Designist Architecture, Moxy Istanbul Beyoğlu blends neoclassical elements with fresh, youthful energy. Bold colors, playful details and locally inspired artwork, specifically […]

The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has announced the appointment of Stacey A. Liburd as its new CEO, effective June 15, 2025. A highly regarded tourism professional with more than 15 years of experience in destination marketing, stakeholder engagement and tourism development, Liburd brings a strong record of leadership, innovation and regional expertise to the role. […]

With renewed interest in Norway’s hut-to-hut hiking tradition, Up Norway is making this cultural experience more accessible to global travelers. Traditionally rooted in simplicity, community and a deep connection with nature, hut-to-hut hiking in Norway has long been a cherished ritual for Norwegians. Now, Up Norway is reimagining this classic tradition by curating journeys that […]

Classic Vacations has announced upgrades to its travel advisor booking platform. Advisors can now build online itineraries that include flights and car rentals in addition to luxury hotels, transfers, tours and travel protection. The new roundtrip flight feature allows travel advisors to book first, business, premium economy and economy, many at negotiated rates. In addition, […]

Consumer concerns about the economy and geopolitical situation are sparking changes in bookings, according to a new survey of advisors affiliated with TravelSavers and NEST agencies. The networks revealed the survey results at its Travel Market conference, taking place June 4–7, 2025 at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando. Travel advisors from TravelSavers and […]

Travel Experts has increased its marketing on behalf of the advisors and hired Jessica DeLancy, a social media and marketing specialist with specific responsibility to increase visibility of the network and capabilities of the members. “Jessica comes to us from a medical esthetics and plastic surgery practice where she was marketing coordinator with a focus […]

The Jamaica Tourist Board is celebrating its 70th anniversary with 70 days of savings on accommodations, attractions and more across the island. The “70 Days of Jamaica Love” island-wide offers are available on bookings made until August 12, 2025, with travel valid through April 30, 2026. “Since our founding in 1955, the Jamaica Tourist Board […]

Continuing its expansion in the Americas, Ennismore has announced four new hotel signings in Mexico and the addition of Balfour Miami Beach to the Morgans Originals portfolio of independent hotels. These additions bring Ennismore’s regional operational and pipeline network to over 70 properties and follow a series of recent major development announcements including the addition […]

Eurobound has announced a new nine-day London and Cotswolds independent tour, which will include an overnight in a former castle, a private tour of northern Cotswolds villages, and a cruise on the Oxford River. Designed for two couples traveling together, the itinerary begins with three nights in London and provides stays in three different Cotswolds […]