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Destinations
A First-Time Guide to Poland
Poland has a long, fascinating, sometimes tragic history, played out against a backdrop of royal castles and palaces, picturesque old towns and incredible landscapes. From the Carpathian Mountains in the south to the Great Masurian Lakes in the north, Poland is a dream destination if…
— Lonely Planet
The Ultimate Queer Guide to Los Angeles
So you want to go to California–but what’s a gay to do? Los Angeles is rich with LGBTQ+ history, businesses, and bars–so much so, that they have their own designated gayborhood! Because L.A. is, of course, a sprawling city, home to nearly 4 million people, it’s impossible to capture…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
A Guide to Japanese Food: 13 Essential Dishes to Try in Japan
While working at the depachika basement food hall in a Takashimaya department store, I was inspired to write about food in Japan. My book, Food Sake Tokyo, came out in 2010 after several years of researching Japanese cuisine and where to eat in Tokyo. Now, as a market guide, I…
— Afar
A Kid-Friendly Guide to Chasing the Northern Lights in Norway
For writer and professor Claire Lynch, her wife, Bethan, and their three children—twin seven-year-olds and a four-year-old—a snowy adventure in Tromsø, Norway, was the ultimate test of what kind of travel their family could really handle. They weren't interested in the typical santa-in…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Tourists Visiting Los Cabos Warned To Be Cautious On All Beaches
If you’re dreaming of turquoise water and sun-drenched sand in Los Cabos this week, you’re in for a treat—but you’ll want to pack a healthy dose of respect for the ocean along with your sunscreen. A significant southern swell is rolling into the tip of the Baja Peninsula, promising a…
— Travel Off Path
Cruise
Ponant Reveals New Baja California Itineraries for 2026-27
Ponant Explorations announced a new itinerary in Mexico’s Baja California during the 2026-27 winter season. According to a press release, the ten-night journey took three years to develop in partnership with local communities and offers an immersive experience in the eco- and culture…
— Cruise Industry News
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth in Place for Alaska Debut
The newly refurbished Queen Elizabeth arrived in Seattle for the first time Thursday to begin a season of Alaska voyages. The Cunard ship is committed to two subsequent summers in Alaska. Passengers will be among the first to experience The Pavilion Wellness Café and the Harper's…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
This Budget Airline Is Canceling All U.S. Flights–What Travelers Should Know
It’s the final boarding call for U.S. flights from a popular low-cost airline. Iceland-based Play Airlines recently announced it would stop operations to and from the United States, as well as all of North America, this fall. “All flights to North America cease as of October 2025,” the…
— Travel+Leisure
Jetblue Plane Slides Onto Grass at Boston’s Logan Airport
A runway at Boston’s Logan International Airport was closed Thursday afternoon, June 12, after a JetBlue plane rolled off the pavement and onto grass while landing. In a comment to USA TODAY, JetBlue confirmed passengers “safely deplaned and were bussed to the terminal” after…
— USA Today
This Secret Amtrak Experience Is The Coolest Way To Visit The National Parks
With scenic routes, comfortable seating, and a laid-back pace of travel, Amtrak is undeniably one of the best ways to explore the U.S. It is also relatively cheaper than flying. The train service also offers vacation packages and day-trip experiences, including the new North Carolina Ale…
— The Travel
Lodging
12 Amazing Hotels in the Florida Keys That Won't Break the Bank
Who doesn’t dream of a sunshine-filled Florida escape? While winter birds are notorious for saving their Sunshine State adventures for the colder winter months, many strike out during the summer break from June to August. It’s a great time to enjoy Florida’s summertime as it hits…
— Travel Awaits
Secrets Baby Beach Aruba Is Now Open
If you've been searching for an adults-only summertime escape, you've got one more property to add to your list: Secrets Baby Beach Aruba. Located on Baby Beach Bay near the town of San Nicolas, the adults-only, all-inclusive resort marks Hyatt's first Inclusive Collection property in…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
‘Good Karma’: Laos’ New Monk-Led Travel Experiences
Laos' spiritual heart, Luang Prabang, has seen a surge in tourism. Now, a series of immersive monk-guided experiences are educating visitors about the city's Buddhist heritage. The city of Luang Prabang is Laos' spiritual heartland, renowned for its rich Buddhist heritage, ornate…
— BBC Travel
Explore The Otherworldly Island Of Tasmania Through 'The Survivors' Filming Locations
If you’re a Netflix subscriber, you may have already seen trailers for the streamer’s latest Australian drama “The Survivors.” The series, which premiered on June 6, follows a man named Kieran Elliott as he attempts to adapt to life in his small island town following a terrifying tragedy…
— Travel Noire
Today in History
Vancouver Burns to the Ground
On June 13, 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver, British Columbia was clearing brush out of the areas between Main and Cambie streets. A controlled burn fire was started to burn the brush and debris…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Walk In Cleopatra’s Footsteps With AmaWaterways’ New Extension
As travels to E gypt are on the rise, leading river cruise line AmaWaterways unveiled a new optional land package in Alexandria, Egypt, designed to complement its popular Secrets of Egypt & the Nile itinerary. Available to experience starting September 2025, this three-night post-cruise extension offers guests an immersive journey into the cultural and historical richness of Alexandria, the legendary coastal city where Cleopatra once reigned.
 AmaLilia sailing the Nile River. Photo courtesy of…
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
900 Attendees at Travel Market Orlando Share Tips and Trends for 2025
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday June 13, 2025
If the travel i ndustry is booming, it’s home-based agents who are leading the charge.
But that’s just one piece of news from last week’s Travel Market in Orlando, where Travelsavers and NEST advisors gathered for their bi-annual conference. And of course, there also were tips from top sellers on how to navigate these crazy times.
Both of the American Marketing Group divisions that gathered at Travel Market—Travelsavers, home to brick-and-mortar agencies, and NEST for home-based—saw big growth in 2024 and so far in 2025. Travelsavers is up 19 agencies in 2024 and 4 so far in 2025, with sales of $88 million and $43.4 million in preferred suppliers, respectively. But “NEST is where we see massive growth,” said Kathryn Mazza, with 60 new agencies last year and…
— Travel Research Online
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