Travel agencies adapt marketing for the AI revolution
Travel agencies adapt marketing for the AI revolution
As more travelers use generative AI tools to research travel plans, advisors are developing the best ways to surface their...
Americans favor domestic travel amid global uncertainty
A mix of geopolitical tensions, rising fuel costs and an uncertain economic climate are pushing many American travelers toward...
Idaho: A hidden Gem for skiers?
Idaho: A hidden Gem for skiers?
The Gem State offers uncrowded slopes, fresh snow and local charm. And maybe it can give advisors with adventure-loving clients...
TSA opponents have criticized the agency's effectiveness.
Could TSA turmoil increase push for private airport security?
Turmoil caused by the Department of Homeland Security shutdown might be galvanizing interest in a little-used federal program...
Resilient Las Vegas is showing a full house
Resilient Las Vegas is showing a full house
Tourism struggled in 2025. But the city is showing signs of recovery, with busy hotels and restaurants, in-demand shows and a...
Where do we go from here? Executives forecast the next 10 years
Where do we go from here? Executives forecast the next 10 years
From political turmoil to pandemic, travel has weathered many challenges. What lies ahead?
TSA in December 2025. Officers in the division, which is housed under the Department of Homeland Security, are working without pay after the department's funding lapsed.
ICE agents deployed to airports as TSA funding lapse drags on and lines build up
Officials said ICE agents would be assigned tasks that would free up TSA officers to focus on screening. But the union that...
How weight-loss drugs are changing travel
How weight-loss drugs are changing travel
Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are sparking changes in what some travelers want in a vacation: Marathon meals are out; mocktails...
The AmaSofia was christened in Amsterdam at the ASTA River Cruise Expo.
AmaWaterways christens the AmaSofia in Amsterdam
The ship's godmother, ASTA executive Sarah Little, said she owes her career to unwavering curiosity, which she said is at the...
The Volstead Bourbon Lounge in Bardstown serves over 400 different types of bourbon.
The spirit of Kentucky's tourism success
From horse racing to distilling to history to music, there are old favorites and new options for visitors to the Bluegrass...
From stagnation to innovation: Travel advisor technology gets a boost
From stagnation to innovation: Travel advisor technology gets a boost
After years of lagging in the dark ages, the travel trade finally has the attention of developers, resulting in a boom of...
Meet the new class of cruise executives: Millennials
Meet the new class of cruise executives: Millennials
The generation came of age during the era of megaships, flexible dining and casual dress. And millennial perspectives are now...
An aerial photo of Puerto Vallarta from 2020.
Mexico updates: Embassy says cities 'returned to normal;' advisors help clients
The U.S. embassy in Mexico on Tuesday removed its shelter-in-place directives for Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara, after...
Several tour operators that serve the U.S. market reported they have not faced major issues with itineraries in Cuba.
Tour operators say Cuba tours are running, but clients are wary
Recent headlines may paint a grim picture of Cuba's tourism sector, but tour operators said they don't fully capture the...
U.S. tourism is on a global stage thanks to World Cup matches
U.S. tourism is on a global stage thanks to World Cup matches
North America is preparing for the biggest World Cup ever, with the U.S. hosting the lion's share of matches. What will it mean...
Harry Sommer has left Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announces CEO change
NCLH said Thursday that CEO Harry Sommer has stepped down, replaced by former Subway and Burger King CEO John Chidsey.
The fabric market in Accra, Ghana.
Tracing roots: Ancestral travel for African Americans
West African nations have used the leap in DNA technology as inspiration to build up their tourism infrastructure and attract...
Chill Beach, one of two beach areas at the private destination.
Advisors weigh in on Royal Caribbean's new beach club
Unlike other private cruise destinations, there's an entry fee, so advisors will want to understand what's offered and how it...
Beci Mahnken, owner of MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel, with Josh D’Amaro at her D23 Expo booth.
Disney specialists are enthusiastic about Josh D'Amaro's rise to CEO
Josh D'Amaro's strong sense of what Disney means to theme park and cruise guests has engendered optimism and excitement among...
Focus on culinary travel: Turning meals into memories
Focus on culinary travel: Turning meals into memories
Today's foodie travelers want to balance high-end dining with authentic local spots. And they want the stories behind the...


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