Active & Experiential Travel
In this Issue:
- Expedition Cruising: Adventure of a Lifetime
- Onboard Review: Holland America’s Koningsdam
- North America: Explore the Great Outdoors via Rail Travel
- Explore Israel Off the Well-Trodden Road
Unforgettable Travel Company Launches Advisor-First Asia Specialist Platform
Unforgettable Travel Company has launched Unforgettable Asia with 50 itineraries across 11 destinations, helping advisors sell Asia to luxury clients.
American Airlines Plans Its Largest Admirals Club at Charlotte Airport
American Airlines will build its largest Admirals Club at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, adding more than 40,000 square feet of premium space for travelers.
JW Marriott Debuts First All-Inclusive Resort in Costa Rica
JW Marriott opens its first all-inclusive resort in Costa Rica, giving travel advisors a new luxury option for wellness, family and experiential travel.
Avanti Destinations Earns B Corp Certification, Expands Sustainable Travel Options
Avanti Destinations earns B Corp certification while giving travel advisors access to more than 2,000 Footprints-certified sustainable travel products.
These Savings Stack Child Specials, Beach Deals, Credits & More
Stacked savings, resort credits and other perks are on the table for advisors: Take your pick and book your clients' best vacations for less.
The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburon Reveals New Look
The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburon unveils a multimillion-dollar transformation with redesigned rooms and three new dining concepts.
AmaWaterways and Smithsonian Journeys Expand 2028 Europe River Cruises
Smithsonian Journeys and AmaWaterways unveil river cruise departures for 2028, including excursions designed around art, history, food and culture.
Emerald Cruises Teams With PerryGolf for Caribbean Golf Cruises
Emerald Cruises and PerryGolf will offer Caribbean golf cruises in 2027 and 2028, with rounds in Anguilla, Nevis and Barbados.
Passport Applications to Move Online, Makeover Imminent
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Americans will be able to apply for their first passport entirely online by the end of 2027.
Brand USA Appoints Caroline Beteta Interim President & CEO
Caroline Beteta returns to Brand USA as Interim President & CEO, effective Nov. 9.
Turks and Caicos Makes the Case for Shoulder Season Travel
Travelers are finding that the best time to visit a trendy destination is shoulder season: In the Turks and Caicos Islands, that means fall.
Snorkeling in Antarctica? Yes, Please!
Aurora Expeditions' David Tanguay talks advisor support and expeditions in the Polar regions, including a women-only sailing in Antarctica.
Cruise News: New Europe Voyages, Ship Upgrades & Luxury Suites
Cruise lines are expanding Europe itineraries, refreshing ships and adding new luxury accommodations. Here’s what travel advisors need to know.
Fairmont Mayakoba Bets a Free Night on Its Beach
Seaweed scaring bookings? Fairmont Mayakoba is offering a free night if sargassum gets in the way of your client's vacation.
Jennifer West: Why Windstar Cruises Is Anything But Ordinary
Jennifer West of Windstar Cruises talks travel advisors, brand differentiation and the opportunity to attract a new generation of cruisers.
Trafalgar Launches Godmother Search for New Seine River Ship
Trafalgar is searching for the Godmother of its newest river ship, Trafalgar Dreamer, and travel advisors can help their clients get in on the opportunity.
Why Hilton Says Travelers Are Trading Perfect for Personal
Hilton’s 2027 Trends Report finds that the pressure to take a flawless vacation is giving way to a looser, more personal idea of a good trip.
USTOA’s Global Kitchen Explores Culinary Tourism
USTOA’s Global Kitchen features culinary tourism experiences around the globe, offering fresh inspiration for travel advisors.
Goway Survey Reveals What Travel Advisors Really Deal With
Goway's first "Confessions of a Travel Advisor Survey" polled more than 1,600 advisors does a deep dive into nooks clients rarely see.
Hilton Opens Its First Curio Collection Resort on Kauai
Hilton’s first Curio Collection resort in Kauai gives advisors a new option for clients seeking Hawaiian cultural experiences, golf, wellness activities and outdoor adventures.
Family Trees Become Flight Plans in Kensington’s Ireland Push
Kensington and Tourism Ireland are giving travel advisors a new way to sell Ireland: through ancestry, heritage and cultural connection.
ASTA Petitions American Express to Restore Advisor Booking Access
ASTA launched a public petition asking AMEX to reverse its decision to end travel advisor access to its Privileges programs through RezSaver.
JetBlue Expands Colombia Service With New Route
JetBlue is expanding its Colombia network with new daily nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale and Barranquilla.
Inside Disney’s New Lakeshore Lodge: What Advisors Should Know
Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge will offer 967 rooms, waterfront Lake Houses and a nature-inspired lobby. Here’s what advisors need to know.
The Travel Headlines You Need to Know
From new FAA rules and premium airline seats to Silversea selling opportunities and the latest advisor sales trends, here’s what’s making news in travel this week.
Waldorf Astoria and Conrad Go All-Inclusive on the Riviera Maya
Hilton is adding to the company's All-Inclusive portfolio and building on offerings already available at both properties on the Riviera Maya.
ANI Shoal Bay Brings Exclusive-Use Luxury Back to Anguilla
Anguilla's 15-suite estate, billed as the company’s new global flagship, joins ANI properties in the Dominican Republic and Asia.
Silversands Beach House Goes Adults-Only on Grenada’s Coast
The change in focus took effect immediately and gives the luxury Grenada retreat a more private, intimate footing.
Nobu Sets 2028 Opening for 50-Guestroom San Juan Hotel
Nobu Hotel and Restaurant San Juan, an intimate luxury property with 50 guestrooms, is scheduled to open in 2028.
Margaritaville at Sea Expands 2028 Cruises With New Itineraries and Ports
Margaritaville at Sea unveils 30 itineraries for 2028, including new Costa Rica and Panama ports, specialty sailings and cruises from Tampa and Galveston.
