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The Portrait of the American Travelers survey looks at the evolving mindset of U.S. travelers and the latest tourism trends.

Business Features

10 Summer Travel Trends to Keep an Eye On

03.25.2022

Emma Weissmann

Emma Weissmann

All eyes are on the future as travel industry experts predict the top trends affecting travel.

Business Features

15 Travel Trends That will Change the Industry

03.24.2022

Shane Nelson

Shane Nelson

The war in Ukraine is having an impact on traveler sentiment, but so far, cancellations and travel changes have been minimal, according to a survey of 400 travel advisors.

Business Features

Ukraine War a Concern for Travel Advisors and Clients

03.22.2022

Kenneth Shapiro // (c) 2013 Kenneth Shapiro

Kenneth Shapiro

Travel advisors are burnt-out and stressed out, understandably.

Opinion

A Message to Travel Advisors: Communicate Your Needs, and Reach Out for Help

03.21.2022

Kenneth Shapiro // (c) 2013 Kenneth Shapiro

Kenneth Shapiro

Women make up half the tourism workforce, but are concentrated in low-level or lower-paying positions.

Opinion

UNWTO Releases Women’s Empowerment Guidelines for the Travel Industry

03.16.2022

Emma Weissmann

Emma Weissmann

The pandemic has changed how people work, creating an increase in extended business trips.

Business Features

Young Professionals Changing Travel: The Extended Business Trip

03.15.2022

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

The CDC will propose a revised framework for mask usage on public transportation and in transportation hubs.

Opinion

The Mask Mandate for Flights Is Extended to April 18

03.14.2022

Mindy Poder

Travel advisors, suppliers, and clients are frustrated in the wake of COVID-19. Transparency regarding longer wait times is essential for leveling expectations, among other pivots to the travel planning approach.

Opinion

This Is Why Advisors, Suppliers and Clients Are Frustrated Right Now

03.09.2022

Kate Thomas, Owner of North & Leisure and Co-Founder of Travel Pro Theory

Editorial: Travel Advisors Help Clients Make Sense of a Complicated World

Opinion

Editorial: Travel Advisors Help Clients Make Sense of a Complicated World

03.07.2022

Kenneth Shapiro // (c) 2013 Kenneth Shapiro

Kenneth Shapiro

Orlando, Fla., and Cancun, Mexico, take the top spots for domestic and international spring travel in 2022.

Business Features

The Top Spring Break Destinations for 2022

03.07.2022

Emma Weissmann

Emma Weissmann