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ALG Vacations Launches Early Black Friday Package Deals
ALG Vacations is offering early Black Friday savings on flight-and-hotel packages, with November 19 and December 3 deadlines for different offers.
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ALG Vacations is offering early Black Friday savings on flight-and-hotel packages, with November 19 and December 3 deadlines for different offers.
Just You and Travelsphere have launched a shared marketing hub for travel agents, backed by a giveaway of 10 Charlotte Tilbury beauty advent calendars.
Lindblad's largest acquisition adds luxury Antarctic camps and private aviation adventures while retaining both brands and founder Patrick Woodhead's leadership.
Trip.com Group reports nearly 40% year-over-year growth in active travel booking GMV as travelers increasingly build holidays around diving, cycling, adventure sports and wellness experiences.
ASTA has introduced a reporting tool that allows members to flag supplier policies and broader industry practices that disadvantage travel advisors. The initiative is designed to identify recurring problems and support coordinated advocacy.
The host agency is reviewing preferred partnerships, advisor fit and supplier resources as it prepares a higher-end segment. The move follows leadership changes and a broader push to expand revenue.
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has launched a new online resource hub for travel advisors, consolidating sales and marketing tools in one place. The move reflects how cruise and expedition brands are investing more directly in…
G Adventures has launched its first trips to Dominica, adding the Caribbean destination to its premium active travel portfolio. The move aims to broaden how the island is sold, shifting attention from cruise traffic…
Gant Travel has joined American Express Global Business Travel’s GBTNetwork, expanding its access to supplier content and technology for corporate clients using Concur Travel. The move highlights how mid-sized travel management companies are aligning…
Intrepid Travel has acquired Ooraminna Station Homestead near Alice Springs, adding a physical hospitality asset to its adventure travel portfolio. The deal points to growing interest in regional, nature-based stays tied more closely to…
Backroads has joined the United States Tour Operators Association as an active member, expanding the group’s roster of tour operators. The addition reflects the continued relevance of adventure travel within the broader organized travel…
Smithsonian Journeys is introducing a new line of shorter guided trips aimed at travelers with limited vacation time. The collection reflects a wider push by tour operators to appeal to younger and time-constrained customers…