State of the cruise industry: Battered, bouncing back
2021-10-04The chiefs from three of the four largest cruise lines sat in person on a panel at Seatrade Cruise Global last week, marking their first time together on a stage since the pandemic began. The event’s annual State of the Global Industry panel is always its keynote and typically features the leaders of the world’s […]
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20 Tips for Finding Cheap Cruise Deals
2021-10-04Sail to destinations around the world without breaking the bank. If you’re dreaming of visiting multiple far-flung locales, ancient cities and dreamy island destinations in one trip – without blowing your budget – consider a cruise for your next vacation. Although many lines sail to similar destinations around the world, cruise experiences vary greatly depending […]
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‘A game-changer’: Travel marketers cheer U.S. plan to reopen to visitors
2021-09-26The day the White House announced a plan for reopening the U.S. to vaccinated international travelers, more than 2,000 members of the travel industry were gathered in Las Vegas for IPW, the conference devoted to, in its words, “bringing the world to America.” The news sent a buzz through the show, said Visit California CEO […]
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50 Top Romantic Weekend Getaways part 1
2021-09-26Leave all your cares behind and reconnect with your sweetie at these amazing properties. Find the perfect place for a little rest and relaxation. Whether you can hop a flight to the Caribbean or Europe or would prefer to stay closer to home, there are plenty of dreamy hotels and resorts that are perfect for […]
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U.S. to lift foreign travel restrictions for vaccinated travelers
2021-09-20WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will ease foreign travel restrictions into the U.S. beginning in November, when his administration will require all foreign nationals flying into the country to be fully vaccinated. All foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to demonstrate proof of vaccination before boarding as well as proof of a […]
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Icy Strait Point (finally) welcomes back NCL cruisers
2021-09-19Icy Strait Point, a private cruise ship destination in Alaska’s Inside Passage, is in many ways a microcosm of how the travel industry, and cruising in particular, can successfully support communities while importing outside influences, blend authenticity with marketing and combine history with entertainment. Although several cruise lines call at Icy Strait Point, Norwegian Cruise […]
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Inclusive package fares are a win-win for cruise lines and advisors
2021-09-13If the pandemic-induced cruise pause gave cruise lines one thing, it was time. And at the premium cruise lines, a lot of that was spent thinking about pricing. Starting at the very beginning of the pandemic, in March 2020, all of the major premium cruise brands launched fare packages that provide what’s close to an […]
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12 Fun Adults-Only Cruises
2021-09-12Pack your bags and leave the kids behind for your next cruise adventure. If getting away from it all includes a vacation without the kids, consider booking an adults-only cruise. While some lines provide a fully adults-only experience (e.g., children are not allowed on board), others offer adult-focused venues and activities on board to separate […]
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What do Gen Z travelers want from online travel brands?
2021-09-06Travel brands eager to engage with young consumers have for years focused on one key segment: millennials. Cut to 2021, and many of those consumers — now climbing in age between 25 and 40 — are balancing the costs of families and mortgages on top of extracurricular spending. And while millennials still hold significant spending […]
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Top Travel Rewards Programs Prioritize Flexibility, Ease of Earning
2021-09-06U.S. News announces 2021-22 Best Airline Rewards Programs and Best Hotel Rewards Programs. As many hotel and airline rewards enthusiasts know, the more you travel and the more you spend on travel, the more you can actually save on travel. This might come as a surprise to more novice trip planners or basic rewards members […]
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