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Destinations
Travel And Leisure Crowns This Safe, Vibrant City As Mexico's Best Destination
Travel and Leisure just revealed their annual World's Best Awards with some big surprises across the board, ranging from luxury train rides to paradise islands to vibrant Mexican cities. We'll focus on the latter as Mexico is one of the most popular summertime getaways and doesn't…
— Travel Off Path
The Most Charming Towns in New England to Visit This Summer, According to Travel Expert Samantha Brown
No one knows how to travel like Samantha Brown—and when it comes to New England summer vacations, the beloved TV host and travel expert is especially passionate. A proud New Hampshire native, Brown has spent her life exploring the region’s rugged coastlines, postcard…
— Parade
The Ultimate Weekend in Danang, Vietnam
Located halfway down Vietnam’s S-shaped 3,260km-long (2,030mi) coastline, between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Danang has been on the savvy traveler’s radar for the last few years as a destination that has it all. Blessed with mountains, a long city beach, fresh seafood and a laid…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Inside Italy’s Secret Mosaic School
Walking the corridors of the Scuola dei Mosaicisti del Friuli (Friuli Mosaicists School) on a Friday morning, the first thing I noticed was the silence. I had expected the chatter of students, the hum of conversation between teachers, the shuffle of footsteps. Instead, the air was still…
— BBC
I'm a Food and Drink Writer and I Think Europe's Dirty Martinis Suck
When it comes to many foods and beverages, Europe simply does it best. Whether it’s pillowy gnocchi from Italy, syrup-soaked baklava from Greece, or cream-based, well, practically everything from France, there’s something about the region’s gastronomy that knocks most American…
— Fodor's Travel
10 Ultra-Weird Restaurants in the US–That You'll Want to Eat At
Forget a basic menu and a reliable meal. The United States has too many creative entrepreneurs and restaurateurs for you to skip out on its most imaginative eateries. From New York City to small towns in Missouri, the US is chock-full of restaurants that push the limits when it comes…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
A Star is Born: Royal Caribbean Welcomes Second Icon-Class Ship Star of the Seas to the Fleet
Royal Caribbean today took delivery of its newest – and biggest – cruise ship, Star of the Seas, from the shipyard in Turku, Finland. The 5,610-passenger ship – a sister to the ground-breaking Icon of the Seas, which launched last year – was handed over to Royal Caribbean Group…
— CruiseCritic.com
Panama Eliminates Incentives for Homeporting Cruise Ships
People often say that “if you don’t use it, you lose it” when referring to practicing a skill. According to the Panama Government, this logic also applies to cruise tourism incentives. In 2019, Panama launched Executive Decree No. 35 to encourage the cruise lines to use Panama as a…
— Cruise Hive
Regent Unveils 2027-28 Voyage Collection Featuring 234 Sailings
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled its 2027-2028 Voyage Collection, the company announced in a press release. The new season includes 234 new sailings to a wide range of destinations, including Africa and Arabia, Alaska, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, the Caribbean, South…
— Cruise Industry News
Transportation
Why Sophisticated Travelers Are Increasingly Hopping Aboard Luxury Trains
Belmond Ltd. has operated luxury train trips for 43 years, a journey that began with an inaugural launch connecting London and Venice and newer trips that cruise past castles and whisky distilleries in the Scottish Highlands or nestle up to the famed Machu Picchu in Peru. A…
— Fortune
Eva Air’s New Premium Economy Cabin to Make US Debut This Fall
Taiwan-based airline EVA Air is set to bring its brand-new premium economy cabin to the U.S. for the first time. The revamped cabin with premium recliners and new expansive seatback touchscreens will make its U.S. debut when EVA launches its inaugural Taipei service from…
— The Points Guy
Lodging
Canada's No. 1 Hotel in 2025 Is 117 Years Old–but It 'Only Keeps Getting Better'
For Travel + Leisure readers, the best hotels in Canada may be on either end of the country—from British Columbia all the way to Nova Scotia—but there are two things they all seem to have in common: personalized service and tough-to-beat locations. Whether they’re slopeside…
— Travel+Leisure
Big Travel News For Golfers At Some Of The World's Best Golf Courses
In recent years, a new hospitality brand called Marine & Lawn Hotels & Resorts has quietly been making big waves in high-end golf travel. They have made visits to some of the world’s greatest destinations and most highly ranked courses easier, better and more luxurious. But they just…
— Forbes
Why Staying at a Holiday Inn Is the Smart Pick for US Travel This Year
From New York City to Austin to Los Angeles — and truly everywhere in between — Holiday Inns dot the entirety of the U.S., offering travelers a comfortable, reliable and cost-effective place to rest their heads while crossing domestic destinations off the map. And while Holiday Inn may…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
The Newly Passed "Big Beautiful Bill" Act Will Have Some Very Real Effects on Travel–Here's What to Know
Next year will mark several major milestones for U.S. tourism, including the nation’s 250th birthday, the Route 66 Centennial, and cohosting the FIFA World Cup along with Canada and Mexico (marking the first time since 1994 that the soccer event will take place in the United States). But…
— Afar
Over Half Of Canadians Say The U.S. Is Their Greatest Threat As Cross-Border Travel Continues To Fall
It's no mystery that the relationship between Canada and the U.S. has been tumultuous in the last few months. Yet, many have underestimated how much Canadians' views of the U.S. have changed in just a few years. According to a survey published by the Pew Research Center, over…
— The Travel
Human Rights Group Urges Trans People to Update Passports ‘As Soon as Possible'
Last month, a judge blocked President Donald Trump’s anti-trans passport policy, which attempted to deny passports with correct gender markers to a group of trans and non-binary people. Trans and nonbinary people, including Euphoria’s Hunter Schafer, reported receiving…
— The Pink News
Today in History
The Great Fire
Medieval London was a tinder box. Wooden structures and shoddy construction, plus the use of live flame for heat and light, made for a combustible mix that often resulted in disaster. One of London’s “Great Fires” began…
— Travel Research Online
Upcoming Training Opportunities
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights – Get All The Killer Details!
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Halloween Horror Nights is the home of horror with the biggest names in the genre. Endure 10 haunted houses, scare zones and more. Find reprieve, if you can, with live entertainment and select rides and attractions. Lidia Markser will be your guide through all the gory details, including tickets, RIP Tours, vacation packages and more!
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A Glimpse into Deep Patagonia with Australis Cruises
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Join us for an exclusive webinar to discover the unparalleled beauty of Patagonia aboard Australis Cruises. Operating two intimate ships with just 100 cabins each, Australis offers immersive, educational voyages through the pristine and remote waterways of the southernmost Patagonia. Learn how your clients can explore majestic fjords, towering glaciers, and rich wildlife, all while enjoying the comfort and personalized service of a boutique cruise line. Whether you're looking to deepen your destination knowledge or expand your adventure travel portfolio, this is a must-attend event for travel advisors ready to offer something extraordinary.
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Globus Independent
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Ready to help clients explore the world on their own terms? Discover Globus Independent—our unique travel style that pairs expert planning with full flexibility, no group tour required. We’ll show you how it outshines traditional FIT travel, preview top itineraries, and share tools to grow your Independent travel business.
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Pathway to More Sales: Flexible Coverage Built for Today’s Traveler
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
We’re excited to introduce The Pathway Collection — a brand-new lineup of trip cancellation plans from Trawick International designed to fit every traveler's needs and built with travel agents in mind.
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