Small-magnitude earthquakes on Santorini caused a slowdown during a peak booking period.
Tourism is starting to shake off Santorini quake scare
As Santorini ramps up for its high season, tourism stakeholders are working to counter negative press surrounding the seismic...
Beyond the bunny hill: New skiers are getting a richer learning experience
Ski resorts have pushed their learning areas to higher elevations, enabling novice skiers and snowboarders to get more out of...
How will sweeping U.S. tariffs affect travel? Here's USTOA's initial take
How will sweeping U.S. tariffs affect travel? Here's USTOA's initial take
In an email to members, the U.S. Tour Operators Association said tariffs could decrease consumers' purchasing power, making...
Philipsburg, St. Maarten. Hurricane Irma heavily damaged the island  in 2017.
Caribbean destinations strengthen their resilience
After the dual shocks of the 2017 hurricane season and the Covid shutdown, tourism stakeholders in the region were determined...
Canadians stay away from U.S. amid political backlash
Canadians stay away from U.S. amid political backlash
What many hoped might be just a temporary dip in Canadian travel to the U.S. is now showing signs of a bona fide boycott, as...
The rooftop restaurant at the Nobu Hotel Marrakech.
Nobu’s next course
It was a restaurant sensation. Then it was an acclaimed luxury hotel brand. How Nobu turned an "upside-down business model"...
This scetch shows possible technology choices for Airbus' next-genration single aisle aircraft, including an open fan engine.
Revised propulsion, folded wings: Airbus' vision of a future jet
Airbus has a grand vision for a next-generation, single-aisle aircraft that would improve fuel efficiency by 20% to 30%.
At the new Treasure Beach Village at the Beaches Turks & Caicos, CrystalSky Reserve Villas will have four bedrooms.
Travel advisors eagerly anticipate Beaches Resorts expansion
Sandals recently detailed plans to pour nearly $1 billion into its family-focused brand, and that's good news for travel...
U.K. and Germany urge travelers to follow U.S. entry rules closely
U.K. and Germany urge travelers to follow U.S. entry rules closely
Following reports of German and U.K. tourists who were detained for alleged visa violations, the countries warned citizens to...
The inviting saltwater pool at the Anam Mui Ne resort.
Visiting Vietnam: Modern vibrancy and rich history
Fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War, a visitor finds a country with a blend of rich history and modern development,...
Hawaiian Airlines plans to build a larger premium lounge at Honolulu Airport.
Hawaiian Airlines unveils plans for new lounge at Honolulu airport
The premium lounge, which will be five times larger than the airline's current one, is set to open in 2027.
Southwest is now on a final course toward alignment with its main rivals after deciding to introduce bag fees.
Southwest CEO: No competitive advantage from free checked bags
Last year, Southwest said its bags-fly-free policy was generating market-share gains. But after further review, Bob Jordan said...
There's a growing thirst for sober travel
There's a growing thirst for sober travel
With drinking habits changing among younger people, tour companies are adding alcohol-free itineraries.
Learning the language of luxury
Learning the language of luxury
In the second part of a two-part series on ultraluxury bookings, advisors discuss how to talk, walk and understand the...
A surge in the six-figure vacation
A surge in the six-figure vacation
In the first of a two-part series on ultraluxury bookings, we look at what a six-figure trip entails and the advisors who plan...
Kate McCue starred in videos promoting the Celebrity Beyond, a ship that she has captained since its debut in 2022.
Ship captain and social media star Kate McCue is leaving Celebrity Cruises
McCue, the first American woman to be captain of a large cruise ship, announced her departure to her 1 million followers on...
The Outrigger Kaʻanapali Beach Resort in West Maui.
Hawaii is hopeful marketing funds will help reverse Maui slump
Maui had the largest decrease in hotel RevPAR among all U.S. markets last year with a steep 13.2% decline.
Black influencers explore and inspire
Black influencers explore and inspire
Black content creators serve as essential guides to the restaurants and cultural sites in Black communities. Along the way,...
The Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall in Jamaica.
Hyatt's Playa purchase continues an all-inclusive expansion
While the transaction is expected to streamline operations for Hyatt and travel advisors alike, industry watchers say they are...
A reconstructed Viking settlement in L'Anse aux Meadows.
A personal quest to Newfoundland
Travel essayist and novelist Paul Theroux made a long-anticipated journey to the Canadian island to research an upcoming book....


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