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The Trust Factor: Advisors, suppliers and financial transparency

The Trust Factor: Advisors, suppliers and financial transparencyA spate of supplier failures, followed by the pandemic shutdown, has travel advisors demanding more financial transparency from...

“Youth are desperate to get back out,” said Adam Armstrong, the new CEO of Contiki, which caters to young adults.

Generation X, Y and Z to the rescue: A youthful embrace prods recoveryYoung travelers appear to hold the key to the industry's broader, early recovery.

The new policies don't take into account companies like MyExcursions, which organizes small-group tours with guides like Thomas Deppe, in front of his tour minivan in Munich.

All ashore -- but only on the cruise lines' termsEuropean cruise lines are requiring that passengers go ashore only as part of sanctioned shore excursions. How might a similar...

Backroads unveiled its Dolce Tempo product, which offers what it describes as "easygoing" itineraries of e-bike, walking and multiadventure trips.

Adventure operators' new products provide relief from cabin feverBackroads has focused on some "easygoing" offerings close to home, while Trek Travel has several new options designed with...

A solo travel renaissance

A solo travel renaissanceIndividuals traveling by themselves have proven to be a resilient segment during the pandemic. Tour operators are heightening...

The pool and view from Mockingbird Hill in Port Antonio, Jamaica.

A ganja-friendly getaway in Jamaica"Everything required for a great Jamaican ganja vacation is ready and waiting," said GanjaVacations' founder Norman Lawrence.

With tourism on pause, a chance to rethink sustainability

With tourism on pause, a chance to rethink sustainabilityProponents of sustainable travel say the Covid-19 shutdown presents an opportunity for the industry to rebuild with a renewed...

A woman wearing a medical mask next to the empty Colosseum in Rome.

Europe's ban heaps more troubles on U.S. travel industryThe European Union’s decision to reopen borders but exclude Americans has dealt yet another blow to the industry, while...

64% of tour operators report bookings increase

64% of tour operators report bookings increaseIn the last 30 days, only 7% reported a decrease, while 29% said they hadn’t seen a change, according to a USTOA survey of...

Pricing tactics vary by sector as consumers return to travel

Pricing tactics vary by sector as consumers return to travelSome suppliers have slashed rates to lure travelers back. But some sectors may be protected from widespread discounting.

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