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Carnival Corp. CEO: Demand should be 'more than adequate' at the restart

Carnival Corp. CEO Arnold Donald at a Cruise3Sixty event in 2018. Photo Credit: CLIA Cruise Carnival Corp. CEO: Demand should be 'more than adequate' at the restartIn a call with analysts, CEO Arnold Donald said forward bookings include not only a number of future cruise credits but "substantial new bookings and even new-to-cruise bookings."

Aviation 'Important step' or 'gimmick'? No consensus on seat blockingIn recent weeks, U.S. airlines have largely aligned their health measures as they seek to assure the public that it's safe to fly. But there's a notable exception to this widespread agreement: seat blocking.

Cruise Carnival Corp. to eliminate 13 cruise ships and defer five moreCarnival Corp. CEO Arnold Donald said during a second quarter earnings call with analysts that the 13 ships represent a nearly 9% reduction in current capacity.

Caribbean Travel Map: Some Caribbean islands cautiously reopen to U.S. tourism (updated)Caribbean islands are putting entry protocols in place as they gradually reopen to visitors, but a surge in U.S. cases has prompted rollbacks and stricter requirements in some places. Updated July 10 with new info throughout.

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Inking GDS contracts in uncertain timesShould you be signing a new GDS contract if you're planning on selling your agency? Keep in mind that selling or closing an agency doesn't make a GDS contract go away.

Engaged in educationEngage Tourism, a new nonprofit dedicated to hosting networking events and educational opportunities, is keeping advisors connected and in high spirits.

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Forum An uphill marathon, an offer of helpFor many of us in the travel industry, it feels as if we're running a marathon every day, struggling to keep our businesses...

Know your demographic to connect with travelers post-CovidUnderstanding the travel inclinations and preferences of five generations of American consumers can provide guidance to travel...

Traveling while black comes with a different set of rulesTravel agency owner and industry educator Margie Jordan writes: “I’m out there with my brown skin and kinky, curly hair,...

Travel has changed; its responsibilities have changed, tooGovernments have exercised their power to close borders, and it’s incumbent on our industry to provide critical information...

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What's New, What's Hot: July 2020|Jul 06, 2020

What's New, What's Hot is Travel Weekly's look at useful and fun travel gadgets, edited by Joe Rosen. First up, the Kami Wire-Free Outdoor Security Camera. This small, portable camera can be placed anywhere without the need of wiring it up to a power source, a great feature for securing an overview of the exterior of your home while you are away on business or pleasure (and that day is surely coming).