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Destinations
15 Best Places to Visit in India, According to Travel Experts
From the alpine meadows of Kashmir to the palm-fringed beaches of Goa, these are some of the best and most beautiful places to visit in…
— Travel+Leisure
China kicks off Lunar New Year travel rush, expects record 9 billion trips
China on Friday kicked off its busiest annual period of mass migration with a record 9 billion domestic trips expected to be made during a 40-day travel rush around the Lunar New Year holidays, state media…
— Reuters
Is tourism in Machu Picchu at risk amid protests?
Unrest in Peru disrupts access to Machu Picchu, stranding tourists and sparking concerns over tourism's future due to a controversial ticketing…
— Travel And Tour World
Tours and Activities
This Indigenous-owned Tour Company in Peru Has Women-only Hiking Trips That Include Camping in Glass Domes, Cooking Classes, and a Visit to an Alpaca Farm
Alpaca Expeditions is offering something special to travelers with its first-ever women-only Sacred Valley and Salkantay Tour to Machu…
— Travel+Leisure
Italy: a first-timer's guide
With its iconic monuments and irresistible food, Italy is one of Europe's best destinations. But the possibilities can seem overwhelming. Until…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
2 Men Rescued in Gulf of Mexico By Carnival Cruise Ship After Their Boat Sinks
Two men stranded in the Gulf of Mexico live to see another day after being rescued by a Carnival Cruise Line ship on Monday, according to a press…
— People Magazine
Carnival Cruise Line Reveals Details on New Private Destination
New details have been revealed for the upcoming Celebration Key, giving Carnival Cruise Line guests a lot to look forward to in the…
— Cruise Hive
Azamara Set for Four Drydocks in 2024
Azamara has four drydocks scheduled for 2024, Captain Nico Corbijn, head of marine and land operations, told Cruise Industry News. According to the new 2024 Drydock and Refurbishment Report by Cruise Industry News, the Azamara Quest is slated to drydock in Amsterdam from July 28 to August 10,…
— Cruise Industry News
Transportation
American Airlines to lay off 656 workers for new customer service team
American Airlines is laying off 656 employees as it restructures a new Customer Success…
— USA Today
Alaska Airlines offering discounted flights and double EQMs for limited time
Alaska Airlines is offering travelers up to 40% off economy fares through March 13. Travelers who book this promotion will receive a double bonus elite-qualifying miles for flights in…
— The Points Guy
Distraction and visibility played a part in near-collision between American and Delta flight at JFK airport, docs show
The pilots of an American Airlines flight were distracted by paperwork when they erroneously taxied into the path of a departing Delta flight, setting off alarms in the control tower at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and prompting an urgent plea to “cancel takeoff clearance” from the air traffic…
— CNN
Lodging
Woman trapped overnight in gondola at Heavenly Ski Resort in Lake Tahoe
Monica Laso got on the gondola to go down the mountain at around 4:58 p.m. on Thursday. It stopped moving two minutes…
— USA Today
This New All-inclusive Resort Will Open in Cancun, Mexico, in June With a 2.8-acre Lagoon — and We Got an Exclusive Sneak Peek
AVA Resort Cancun is a brand-new all-inclusive resort in Cancun, and it opens this…
— Travel+Leisure
Other and Odd
ICs are the backbone of the industry, Lee says at Host Week 2024 kick-off
Independent contractors are the backbone of the industry, Lee says, at the Host Week 2024 kick-off. There have been four notable trends in the hosted travel advisor market, says Steph Lee: A ton of new advisors are coming down the pipeline and interest in a travel career is at an all-time…
— Travel Research Online
Finland, UK, Germany: Travel strikes planned for January
When, where and what disruption you can…
— EuroNews
Best Camera and Photo Gear for Your Summer Travel
From GoPros to DSLRs, here's a list of the best cameras and gear for your summer…
— CNET
Press Releases of Interest
Avanti Destinations Appoints Gina Bang Chief Sales and Marketing Officer
Portland, OR, January 29, 2024 – Wholesale custom tour operator Avanti Destinations has appointed Gina Bang Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, reporting to CEO Paul Barry. Sales previously reported to John Hanratty, who remains Senior VP Industry Relations.
Bang has been with Avanti for 21 years, most recently serving as Director of Marketing. Starting as a customer service representative, Bang’s other positions have…
— Travel Research Online
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