Guides & Brochures

Agents specializing in the romance niche cannot stress it enough: Selling romance travel is extremely rewarding—emotionally and financially. Business is always booming, and clients are willing to shell out more for romance travel than other kinds of travel, resulting in higher rewards for agents. To help agents succeed in this market, this year's edition of Travel Weekly's Wedding, Honeymoon & Romance Advisor features original industry research, expert advice on selling strategies, consumer trends and more. Plus, this issue showcases the best of romance suppliers. More»

Las Vegas is back, baby, and it's bigger and better than ever. The destination known for serving up more resorts, top-name shows and celebrity chef restaurants than any other continues to take the lead with new developments on the horizon. Check out Travel Weekly's 2013 Las Vegas Advisor to see all the latest from Las Vegas' most popular suppliers. This year's edition also features original industry research and expert advice to provide agents with marketing and selling strategies, consumer trends and more. More»

With the availability of quick nonstop flights and ever-growing all-inclusive products, the Caribbean is seeing an uptick in sales in 2013. To help you learn more about this year's booking trends, Travel Weekly's spring 2013 Caribbean Advisor features cutting-edge industry research on the Caribbean's most popular islands and up-and-coming destinations, air availability, hotel and resort developments as well as selling strategies. Plus, this edition features advice from experts as well as the latest from the best of the Caribbean's suppliers. More»

Switzerland is one of the world's most beautiful countries, with stunning, pristine natural scenery, as well as four distinct cultures, traditions and languages. Swiss heritage and traditions are now more alive than ever, and your clients can be a part of the many traditional events and activities throughout the year and all over the country. Travel Weekly and Switzerland Tourism have come together to create this year's Switzerland Guide, designed to help travel professionals recommend, explain and sell this beautiful country, with tips, tools, contacts and more. More»

Europe is selling better this year with a combination of favorable exchange rates, attractively priced tour packages and strong marketing efforts. Travel Weekly’s 2013 Europe Advisor features cutting-edge industry research to help you learn more about this year’s booking trends and tips, tour operators and cruising options, marketing and selling strategies, and more. Plus, this edition features advice from agent experts and the latest from the best of Europe suppliers. More»

Its roots might date back several centuries, but Mexico’s Mazatlan is a decidedly 21st century destination. Read about ongoing developments and upcoming enhancements in this Colonial City by the Beach in What’s New Mazatlan.  In addition to information on enhancements to the city infrastructure, new and renovated hotels, and exciting new tours and excursions, first-hand travel agent testimonials and insightful interviews will help you sell this revitalized colonial beach destination. More»

Whether your scouting for a top-ranked supplier or expanding your knowledge of how to sell luxury products, use this supplement to plan and book your clients’ luxury vacations. This edition of Travel Weekly's World of Luxury offers insight into the coming year's luxury travel trends as well as the best in high-end cruising, luxury accommodations, exclusive touring, hassle-free transportation and lust-worthy destinations. More»

With six distinctive island experiences, Hawaii is a perennial treasure for travel agents and their clients. The Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau offers a comprehensive agent education programs and some of the strongest opportunities available in the retail travel industry. Throughout the destination, travel agent education opportunities abound with specialist  programs for individual islands, hotel brands, tour operators and more. As education opportunities become a higher priority for agents, Hawaii delivers. Read this edition of The Hawaii Specialist: Turning Educaiton Into Action to hear what the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau, along with hotels, resorts, tour operators and more, are doing to support agents. More»

Israel offers something for every kind of traveler, from the heritage and beauty of Jerusalem to the cosmopolitan excitement of Tel Aviv. Travelers can choose their adventure and explore otherworldly landscapes with Israel's diverse desert, beach, mountain and forest terrain, as well as its many natural wonders. Travel Weekly's edition of Israel, as you've never seen it before offers a long list of things to do as well resources for where to stay and how to get there, plus supplier promotions for booking. More»

For over 40 years, USTOA has been a crucial part of the travel and tourism industry. Today, USTOA's role remains even more important as clients need firm reassurance of their financial commitments towards their vacations. USTOA's annual directory, The 2013 USTOA Business Resource, is designed to help you discover more about the most prestigious tour operators in the industry. They are not only committed to the travel agency community, but also to ensuring a superior travel experience. Plan your clients' vacations with confidence by booking with any of the USTOA members listed within this edition. More»

From the Andes to the Amazon, Peru's geographic diversity, indigenous cultures and enigmatic landmarks have attracted visitors for centuries. They continue to do so. But, today's Peru can lay claim to greatly expanded drawing power, thanks to improved infrastructure and a heightened spotlight on cultural travel. Travel Weekly's edition of Selling Smarter: Peru offers an inside look on Peru's multi-faceted wonders as well as the earning potential that Peru sales pose for agent business. More»

In order to sell any destination successfully, agents must have a deep understanding of the products available: transportation, tours, activities--and, of course, the hotel market. Travel Weekly's 2013 Ultimate Hotel & Destination Guide offers an insight on major trends within international chain hotels, all-inclusives as well as boutique hotels, and what travel agents need to do to sell these products successfully in 2013. As always, The Ultimate Hotel & Destination Guide delivers need-to-know information about domestic and international destinations, along with hotel listings, GDS booking codes and contact information that will facilitate your travel research. This year's edition also discusses the Top 10 destinations, according to search results on Travelweekly.com. More»

Luxury travel today isn't just about comfy airplane seats, opulent hotels and white-glove service; it's also about offering enriching experiences. Today's upscale traveler wants more options. And with renewed optimism, suppliers are expanding their efforts to gives guests what they're asking for and more. Read this year's edition of Travel Weekly's World of Luxury to learn more about the coming year's luxury travel trends as well as the best in high-end cruising, luxury accommodations, exclusive touring, hassle-free transportation and lust-worthy destinations. More»

Mexico's standing as a top international destination for romance, honeymoon and wedding travel is well earned. Stunning beaches on two coastlines, world-class archaeological sites, tropical jungles, majestic mountains and dramatic deserts provide picture-perfect backdrops for romantic getaways. Add to that a hospitality industry fine-tuned over decades to attract romance travelers and the result is clear. This edition of Travel Weekly's Mexico Romance Advisor offers industry research on the most popular Mexico romance travel and destinations, accommodation preferences and more, plus the latest from the best of Mexico's romance suppliers. More»

Europe is a country where clients can travel far and wide, from country to country, to and from historic landmarks, popular cities and romantic countrysides. And travelers want it all. North American travel agencies and tour operators alike are seeing an increase in multi-country travel, but mastering this type of travel planning is not an easy task. Education is vital, traveling is imperative, and building relationships with suppliers takes time. Read Travel Weekly's second edition of the 2012 Europe Advisor to learn more about this trend and successful European planning advice from the pros. Plus, this edition also features the latest from the best of European suppliers. More»

The Caribbean market is seeing major renovations and development in the hotel segment, including luxury boutique properties and, of course, all inclusives, and plans for 2013 through 2015 are already underway. Air options are also increasing, bringing more flights to smaller, previously undeserved islands, while several cruise lines are offering upgraded options, more inclusive offers and longer stays in ports. Read Travel Weekly's second edition of the 2012 Caribbean Advisor, which features updates on island products, including air, cruise and accommodations, as well as insight from industry experts. Plus, this edition features the latest from the best of Caribbean suppliers. More»

Mexico has stood the test of time, increasing visitor arrivals and hotel occupancy, renewing product offerings, and providing new and repeat visitors alike with more exploration options and rich cultural experiences than ever before. And Travel Weekly's 2012 Mexico Advisor offers readers cutting-edge industry research on the country's upswing in popularity, as well as booking trends and tips, a product line-up and selling strategies. Plus, this edition features advice from agent experts and the latest from the best of Mexico suppliers. More»

This year, newly increased airlift to Hawaii's multiple islands, continuously updated hotel and resort products and the growing appeal of lesser-traveled islands are giving agents new opportunities to sell this United States gem. Travel Weekly's 2012 Hawaii Advisor offers readers cutting-edge industry research as well as booking trends and tips, a list of new and renovated products and this year's most popular island adventures. Plus, this edition features selling advice from agent experts and the latest from the best of Hawaii suppliers. More»

Luxury travel is a growing business, according to Travel Weekly's 2012 Luxury Advisor survey. To thrive in this space, however, travel advisors must master the art of reading the client, understanding their needs and delivering destinations, service standards and experiences that will exceed their lofty expectations. This issue offers an in-depth look at emerging trends in the luxury travel market and how agents can successfully market and sell to the upper echelon. More»

The 2012 Switzerland Guide will give you the inside track on organizing leisure trips to this gorgeous destination. Iconic locales, sample itineraries, and key information about hotel categories and tour operators will help you tailor every trip to the individual client. More»