In today’s tech-savvy society, the travel agency of yesteryear dying out. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated that there were about 81,700 full-time travel agents in the United States in 2016, compared with a high of 124,000 in 2000. The …
Lehi travel concierge business opens the world to Utah County travelers Read more »
This week’s best travel bargains around the globe. Land – Kilkea Castle, an Irish fortress dating to 1180, is offering a special package to celebrate its recent $30 million renovation. The Kilkea Castle deal costs $540 per person (normally $1,080) …
Travel deals: Aer Lingus sale to Europe and Zambia bush camp special Read more »
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Carnival to expand short cruise capacity from Galveston, New Orleans Read more »
It’s been another busy week for new cruise ship announcements, particularly in the small ship and luxury space. Celebrity Cruises announced a new ship designed especially for cruises in the Galapagos Islands, the Celebrity Flora. Notably, the newbuild, 100-guest vessel …
This Week in Cruise: New Cruise Ships for Ecotourism, Luxury Read more »
With dozens of new ships coming online in the next five years, the cruise industry is in serious growth mode. That translates to job security for travel agents, since cruise lines depend on agents to sell their products, said Vicki …
Six Success Tips for Travel Agents from Cruise Line Executives Read more »
Anita Dunham-Potter is a cruise journalist whose… Read More Anita Dunham-Potter is a cruise journalist whose articles offer advice and insight for travelers. She is editor-in-chief of ExpertCruiser.com and has penned numerous columns for Porthole Magazine, MSNBC.com, USA Today Travel Alliance, Smarter …
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Hooking up with a host agency can help agents access new technological tools, potentially boost earnings and gain national exposure, among other benefits. Here are some recent developments on that front. High Tide for Amex Affiliate: Following a record sales …
FORT LAUDERDALE Agents are a critical piece between cruisers and cruise ships, and placing the right traveler on the right ship helps ensure that the passenger is far more likely to cruise again, a panel of cruise-line presidents said during …
Cruise line presidents: Agents’ role is critical Read more »
Travel Leaders Network and Nexion were both honored by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) as top travel partners in their respective categories for 2017. Norwegian credited the two companies “for driving a very successful year” for the cruise brand. Travel Leaders …
Travel Leaders Network, Nexion Honored by Norwegian Cruise Line Read more »