Tour Operators

SmarTours ceases operationsThe tour operator, founded in 1996, shut down its website and posted a goodbye message to clients.

Playa Hotels & Resorts operates the Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic.

Hyatt and Playa Hotels continue talks about a possible acquisitionThe two companies are prominent players in all-inclusive resorts.

Leigh Barnes says DEI and sustainability continue to be pillars of the company.

Tour operator Intrepid Travel aims to become a household name in AmericaThe adventure travel specialist will make a big marketing push over the next two years as well as increase product offerings,...

A statue towers over a buddhist temple in South Korea, a new destination Contiki offered in 2024.

Contiki CEO Adam Armstrong steps downMelissa DaSilva, the interim CEO of TTC Tour Brands, will oversee the tour operator.

Sandals is considered a reliable partner in protecting the integrity of group rates. Pictured, the Sandals St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Why are many all-inclusives undercutting group rates? Longtime advisors explainSome hotel loyalty programs are advertising rates that are lower -- sometimes significantly lower -- than the negotiated rates...

More than a third of respondents to Travel Weekly's 2024 Travel Industry Survey who are 45 or younger said they use TikTok to communicate with clients.

As the pendulum swings on TikTok, advisors and suppliers wait and wonderTravel advisors who rely on TikTok say the app's regulatory roller coaster has been a lesson to not put all their eggs in one...

A Mount Everest climber on the way to Everest Base Camp.

Report: Nepal hikes the cost to climb Mount EverestBeginning in September, Nepal plans to increase permit fees from $11,000 to $15,000 for the popular April-May season, Reuters...

USTOA reaffirms commitment to DEI efforts

USTOA reaffirms commitment to DEI effortsWith the Trump administration dismantling DEI policies in the federal government, USTOA CEO Terry Dale said it was appropriate...

Hiking in the Albanian Alps.

G Adventures adds several new itineraries for active travelersThere are new itineraries in Japan, South Africa, Pakistan, the Balkans, Morocco, the Galapagos and Peru.

Travel advisors attending ALG Vacations' MegaFam in Cancun last year.

ALG Vacations will host three MegaFams this yearThe vacation wholesaler introduced fam trips for large groups of advisors last year, and this year's events will be held in...

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