Planning a luxury family vacation involves balancing the desires of adults and the needs of children, all while ensuring that...
Travel Agentis proud to announce its latest class of its 30Under30—rising stars in the travel industry, who have earned acclaim for innovative strategies, putting together impressive itineraries, and much more. The 30Under30 were all self-nominated and were selected by the Travel Agent’s editorial team; advisors could be selected as long as they turned 30 by the end of 2022.
Optimism dominated the many discussions I had recently with travel advisors, tour operators and consortia executives, who all spoke with terrific hope and enthusiasm about their expectations for the tourism industry in 2024.
As savvy as seasoned advisors may be on the nuances of travel, it’s not possible for them to have their fingers on the pulse of every destination on the planet.
Success Stories focus on how advisors achieved success. Here’s a look at Rachel Slabotsky and Shivani Meave, cofounders of The Beyond Borders Collective, an affiliate of Jetset World Travel.
Between the mouthwatering food (pizza and bagels, anyone?), glimmering skyscrapers, and vibrant arts and culture scene, it’s safe to say New York City offers something for everyone, regardless of age or interest. Don’t believe us?
There are more than 7,000 islands in the Caribbean — so why limit a vacation to just one?
Each destination in the Caribbean has its own unique charm, of course, and there are many reasons to stay put on just one island. But travelers looking to mix things up and broaden their experiences can find an array of exciting possibilities when planning a multi-island trip.
At 19, I walked into a travel agency for a brochure and walked out with a job! I was in college and got my start by attending bridal shows and planning honeymoons, which eventually evolved into building a book of business that supported my full-time income by the time I graduated.
Hurricane Beryl tore through the Caribbean last week, wreaking havoc not just on some islands, but on travelers’ plans.
Barbados was largely spared, with structural damage isolated to the southwest shores. Grantley Adams Airport reopened the day after the storm passed, while the cruise terminal at the Bridgetown Port had minimal damage and reopened last week.
Inflation may be cooling, but taking a summer trip can still feel like a big swing financially. A recent Washington State University survey found that a whopping 96% of Americans say that current (or rising) prices will impact their travel plans, potentially affecting everything from destinations to activities.
To help you navigate it all…
My path to becoming a travel advisor began in the most unexpected way. After the birth of my two premature babies, both of whom spent months in the hospital, I faced significant uncertainty. My first son was born at just 27 weeks, weighing only two pounds. Despite his challenging start, he is now a healthy, thriving 12-year-old who is taller than me.
Let’s be honest: When it comes to travel, most of us worry about our budget — a lot. Some travelers find it hard to trust travel agents or advisers because they worry about being charged for using their services.
However, not all travel advisers have fees — though it is a growing trend to charge them.
TravelPulse took a deep dive into why and how travel agents charge for their travel planning services, and why some choose to keep their travel planning services free for travelers.
With so many new shows and movies coming out seemingly every day on every streaming platform, which ones are moving the needle when it comes to moving travelers to book trips to Europe in 2023? Which ones have stood the test of time?
