Space opens for trip out of this world
Bidding has begun for a seat aboard the New Shepard, Blue Origin’s suborbital spacecraft, which will be launched with six… Read More »
40 tips for beginning travel advisors
TravelAge West has compiled 40 tips for new travel advisors, including training and professional development. The resources include Jeffrey Ment,… Read More »
Reed & Mackay bought by TripAction
TripActions has acquired UK-based Reed & Mackay, which was hard hit by the pandemic. The acquisition will allow the US… Read More »
Thousands of Americans stranded overseas
An estimated 100,000 Americans overseas are unable to get travel documents because of major backlogs at consulates and embassies, many… Read More »
St. Kitts and Nevis begin reopening in July
St. Kitts and Nevis are beginning a phased reopening beginning in July with the Seabourn Odyssey’s weekly visit with fully… Read More »
CDC issues guidelines for simulated cruises
Under the new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines issued this week, cruise lines must have a simulated cruise… Read More »
Virtuoso: Demand for travel advisors is rising
Virtuoso reports that the number of consumers seeking a travel advisor through its website has jumped 50% since January. The… Read More »
2 Carnival ships return to Galveston
Two Carnival cruise ships — the Carnival Breeze and the Carnival Vista — have returned to Galveston, the fourth most… Read More »
Choosing a specialty
Last week, we asked why you chose your specialties. The most common factors in deciding were a passion for the… Read More »
Digital ticketing is new opportunity for advisors
The major shift to digital ticketing by attractions and other venues is an opportunity for travel advisors to add another… Read More »
What to do if a PPP loan forgiveness request is rejected
Paycheck Protection Program loans helped many restaurants and other small businesses stay afloat after the pandemic hit last year, but… Read More »
Hawaii hotel occupancy swells as pandemic ebbs
It’s not Paradise yet for Hawaii’s hospitality industry, but a growing influx of tourists pushed the occupancy rate to 49%… Read More »