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Destinations
How to Explore the Salt Flats of South Caicos
South Caicos, dangling at the southeastern end of the Turks and Caicos island chain, is more than crystal clear water and warm breezes. From the 1700s until the 1960s, this unassuming island was a star of the salt industry. And if you sit high enough on a balcony as the sun sets, you…
— National Geographic
Travelers Are Flocking To These 2 Florida Destinations
Be it for the epic theme parks, the sun-kissed sands, or the lush nature parks, Americans are flocking en masse to Florida this year: According to Governor Ron DeSantis, the southernmost state achieved a record-breaking 34.5 million visitors between April and June, the most out of…
— Travel Off Path
The 10 best things to do in Milwaukee
Back in the day, Milwaukee was best known for beer, cheese and Happy Days, but the city has recently undergone a revival of sorts. Between its thriving art and live music scenes and its killer culinary cred, you’ll find plenty to do on your visit to Milwaukee – including many free…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
A New 'Pirates of the Caribbean'-themed Bar Is Opening at Disney World's Magic Kingdom—and We Got a First Look Inside
If you’ve ever wanted to step into the scenes of the iconic Pirates of the Caribbean ride and join those buccaneers on their rambunctious, rum-filled adventures, now is your chance. The Beak and Barrel opens in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park on Aug. 29, and we got a…
— Travel+Leisure
14 Abandoned Cities With Eerily Beautiful Architecture
Across the world, bustling towns and vibrant metropolises have been left eerily deserted, some seemingly overnight. These abandoned cities, which were once vibrant communities, now offer a glimpse into the past—and historic sites as such are both a photographer’s paradise and a…
— Architectural Digest
‘Eat What You Want, Pay What You Can’ at Restaurants Across Mexico City
When Norma Listman and Saqib Keval, owners and chefs at one of Mexico City's most popular restaurants, Masala y Maiz, won their first Michelin star, they were in New York City at a party for a fellow chef. "Our team was calling us, and we weren't answering the phone,"…
— BBC
Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line Take A Risk And Brings Back U.S. Government Rated Level 4 "Do Not Travel" Location
Carnival Cruise Line continues to make bold adjustments to its schedule. The cruise line was recently applauded for taking action and putting a popular destination on a time-out. Carnival replaced its service to Bermuda in August due to concerns about Hurricane Erin. The Bahamas…
— The Travel
Martinique Sees 11% Surge in Cruise Passenger Arrivals
Martinique saw passenger arrivals climb nearly 11% during the 2024-2025 season. The island welcomed more than 465,000 embarking and disembarking visitors across over 200 ship calls, up from approximately 421,000 passengers in the 2023-2024 season. The French Caribbean…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
Frontier Adds 20 Routes in Latest Network Shakeup
Frontier Airlines is making a push to be top-of-mind for travelers in South Texas, South Florida and Michigan. The budget airline on Tuesday announced a big network shakeup, unveiling 20 new or returning routes covering 14 cities, from the U.S. to Mexico and Central America. It's…
— The Points Guy
The 12 Best Airport Lounges That You Can Pay to Get Into
Traveling can be exhausting, and hanging around an airport for hours before your flight or during transit just adds to the general fatigue. But if you can rest in a lounge, eat and drink non-airplane food, get connected to free Wi-Fi, and maybe even sleep for a while before having a…
— Fodor's Travel
Forget Chicken or Pasta. Order the Hindu Meal on a Flight.
Somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean, an Iberia flight attendant hovered over me holding a tray of food. He looked at me — a middle-aged White man — then at the aluminum-foil-wrapped food he was holding, then at me again: “Uh, did you order the, um … Hindu meal?”…
— The Washington Post
Lodging
Traveling With Your Pup? These 14 Hotels Spoil Dogs the Most
Last spring, we adopted an adorable little black Shih Tzu mix named Teddy. He’s a very good boy, and we’re going to start traveling with him soon. When we do, there are hotels all over the country ready to roll out the red carpet for him with special amenities and perks just for…
— USA Today
A New Wine-Focused Mountain Lodge Just Opened in the "Bordeaux of Asia"
Following a sweeping two-year renovation, Songtsam Lodge Cizhong reopened on August 25 as a new boutique wine hotel in Cizhong, a beguiling remote village in China’s southwestern province of Yunnan. The boutique property towers over the Lancang River (also known as…
— Afar
Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Europe, Reviewed for Kids and Teens
Finding the perfect family-friendly hotel is never as straightforward as it seems. Parents want somewhere that will charm the kids, but also offer moments of real rest and indulgence for the grown-ups. Striking the right balance is made all the more challenging when seeking out a…
— The Independent
Other and Odd
First Human Screwworm Case Linked to Travel Confirmed in U.S., HHS Says
The first case of a New World Screwworm infestation in a human was confirmed in the U.S., according to the Department of Health and Human Services. Travel-associated New World Screwworm was detected in a patient who returned to the U.S. from El Salvador, and was…
— CBS
How Black Millennials And Gen Z Are Redefining Adventure Travel
Black Millennials and Gen Z travelers are fundamentally transforming the adventure travel landscape by carving out spaces where adrenaline meets authenticity and cultural connection. Gone are the days when adventure travel meant exclusively conquering Mount Everest or diving…
— Travel Noire
Today in History
Nineteenth Amendment
A mere 105 years ago, women had no Constitutionally guaranteed right to vote in elections. In January of 1918, President Woodrow Wilson announced that he was supporting a new amendment to the US Constitution…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette Unwraps New England Holiday Tour
Pawtucket, RI (August 21, 2025) – Collette, a global leader in guided travel, invites travelers to embrace the magic of the season with its newest holiday offering: New England Holiday. This 7-day journey, starting at…
— Travel Research Online
Rental Escapes Rewards Travel Advisors with End-of-Summer Bonus
MONTREAL – (August 19, 2025) – Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, today revealed an end-of-summer offer that makes booking even…
— Travel Research Online
Upcoming Training Opportunities
Australis Cruises 35 years Sailing to Patagonia’s Untouched Corners
Tuesday, September 16, 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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Selling Groups with CroisiEurope!
Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Discover group sales with CroisiEurope, the European leader in river cruises, and learn everything you need to know to sell our cruises with confidence. In this session, we'll give you an in-depth look at our products, the exciting destinations we serve, and introduce you to our group and charter booking options. With 50+ ships accommodating 16-200 passengers cruising canals, rivers and oceans across 37 countries, CroisiEurope has what your next group is looking for.
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Cruise Line Insurance vs. Third-Party Coverage: What You Need to Know
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Are your cruise clients protected as well as they think they are? In this session, we’ll take a closer look at what’s really included in cruise line insurance policies—and what’s missing. You’ll learn how third-party coverage compares across key benefit areas like trip cancellation, medical emergencies, missed connections, baggage protection, and optional add-ons like Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR).
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