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In the inaugural episode of Travel Talk, Northstar Travel Group thought leaders discuss which destinations are driving interest for travelers right now.

Business Features

Travel Experts Weigh In: What Destinations Are Going to Be Hot in 2023?

01.26.2023

Alex Palmer

J.MAK Hospitality represents the Indonesian resort Nihi Sumba Island, one of nearly 100 hotels in the firm’s portfolio.

Business Features

J.MAK Credits 10 Years of Success to Partnership With Travel Advisors

01.23.2023

Shane Nelson

Shane Nelson

The desire to travel persists, so expect airfare and hotel rates to stay high in 2023.

Business Features

13 Top Travel Trends to Know for 2023

01.19.2023

Shane Nelson

Shane Nelson

The recent Portrait of LGBTQ+ Travelers in America sheds new light on this community’s behavior and attitudes while traveling.

Business Features

New Study Examines the Preferences of LGBTQ+ Travelers

01.18.2023

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Emma Weissmann

International travel is expected to continue its recovery in 2023, following a stronger-than-expected performance in 2022.

Business Features

What’s the Forecast for International Travel in 2023?

01.18.2023

Kelly Rosenfeld // (c) 2012 Kelly Rosenfeld

Kelly Rosenfeld

Kenneth Shapiro, Vice President/Publisher, Editor-in-Chief of TravelAge West

Opinion

Editorial: Tourism Is a Chance for Change in Saudi Arabia

01.16.2023

Kenneth Shapiro // (c) 2013 Kenneth Shapiro

Kenneth Shapiro

Internova’s new programs help both corporate and leisure travelers be more sustainable.

Opinion

A Look at Internova Travel Group’s New Sustainability Programs

01.13.2023

Kelly Rosenfeld // (c) 2012 Kelly Rosenfeld

Kelly Rosenfeld

A performance consultant to travel advisors, Geraldine Ree suggests several research-backed methods to save time.

Opinion

Community Voices: 5 Time-Saving Tips for Travel Advisors

01.11.2023

Geraldine Ree, Author of 10X My Travel Business: 10 Times Better in Half the Time

Crise trends for 2023 include new ships and fewer vaccine mandates.

Opinion

7 Predictions for the Cruise Industry in 2023

01.10.2023

Jason Leppert

Jason Leppert

Coronavirus and Travel: Frequently Asked Questions

Business Features

Coronavirus and Travel: Frequently Asked Questions

01.09.2023

Kelly Rosenfeld and Valerie Chen