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American Express cardholders will have to choose between using a travel advisor or booking their own hotel or cruise on American Express Travel.

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American Express Eliminates Advisor Access to Its Travel Programs — ASTA Petitions for a Reversal

Hero of the Seas will have nine total pools.

Preview: Royal Caribbean’s Hero of the Seas

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Humans of Travel

Janet Wygert on 40 Years at Carnival, Baseball and Supporting Travel Advisors

Anantara’s first tented safari camp has opened in Kafue National Park, Zambia.

New Developments From Minor Hotels, Tribute Portfolio and Mangia

The closing party was held at Bayon Temple, opened to the group with special permission from the Cambodian government.

An Inside Look at G Adventures’ Community Tourism-Focused GX Cambodia

The Great Tides Waterpark is measured at 6 acres.

Review: Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Tides Waterpark

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The experience is ideal for small groups who enjoy guided experiences and personal exploration.

Review: Roam by Tauck's San Sebastian-Rioja Journey

Luxury travelers are combining several destinations via private aviation or luxury rail.

What Is City-Maxxing? Here's What to Know About the New Travel Trend Created by the Ultra-Rich

Hero of the Seas will have nine total pools.

Preview: Royal Caribbean’s Hero of the Seas

How to Become a Travel Advisor

40 Tips and Resources for New Travel Agents

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40 Tips and Resources for New Travel Agents

You can become a travel agent and travel the world, but to be successful, expect hard work, constant education, a solid business plan and important partnerships.

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How to Become a Travel Agent

Dominica led the region with 22% year-over-year growth.

A Travel Advisor’s Guide to the Caribbean’s Fast-Growing Destinations

A new Fora report finds that clients are willing to spend more to ensure their accessibility needs are met, but finding reliable information remains a challenge for travel advisors.

New Report Finds Accessibility Is a Key Consideration for Multigenerational Travelers

Travelers are cutting back on trip costs for the upcoming holiday season.

Annual Holiday Report Finds That Travelers Plan to Spend Less This Winter

Some families see travel as an educational opportunity.

Why Taking Kids Out of School to Travel Is Becoming More Mainstream

More than 200 travel advisors weighed in on the impact of niching down.

Many Advisors Have a Preferred Niche But Remain Nimble Enough to Book Outside of It

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Where to Experience Dia de los Muertos in Mexico in 2026

This year's event was the biggest yet, hosting 75 advisors and more than 60 suppliers.

This year's event was the biggest yet, hosting 75 advisors and more than 60 suppliers.

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Advisors are seeing growing demand for ultra-luxe travel.

Advisors are seeing growing demand for ultra-luxe travel.

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Fall Travel Is Surging, Far-Out Bookings Are on the Rise and More Luxury Trends From Virtuoso

The Ala Wai Canal runs straight to the Pacific Ocean, making cleanup efforts critical to environmental and community health.

The Ala Wai Canal runs straight to the Pacific Ocean, making cleanup efforts critical to environmental and community health.

Hawaii

The Ala Wai Canal Paved the Way for Modern Waikiki. Now Locals and Travelers Are Helping Clean It Up.

AI recognizes consistency and depth, so focusing on a niche can help advisors get recognized by the platforms.

AI recognizes consistency and depth, so focusing on a niche can help advisors get recognized by the platforms.

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Humans of Travel

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The Trade Secrets Tech Summit will feature technology companies from Host Agency Reviews' Travel Agency Software Profiles.

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