Envoyage will enroll all 200 of its advisors in ASTA’s Verified Travel Advisor certification program, doubling down on professional standards amid industry change.
Royal Air Maroc will launch the first-ever nonstop flight between Los Angeles and Casablanca in 2026, reshaping transatlantic travel as U.S. airport procedures undergo major changes.
Aer Lingus will expand its transatlantic network in 2026 with a new nonstop route between Dublin and Pittsburgh, strengthening travel, business, and cultural ties between Ireland and the U.S.
flydubai has expanded its European network with new nonstop routes to Vilnius and Riga, strengthening connectivity between Dubai and the Baltic States during the peak winter travel season.
Air France is set to open a new premium lounge at London Heathrow’s Terminal 4 in spring 2026, expanding its global lounge network for premium and loyalty travelers.
Dubai’s proposed 93km “The Loop” would create a climate-controlled corridor for walking, running, and cycling, aiming to connect millions of residents to daily services without relying on cars.
JetBlue is entering the airport lounge space with BlueHouse, a new customer-focused concept debuting at New York’s JFK Airport, with controlled access and a distinctly JetBlue feel.
B2B booking platform RateHawk is preparing a major push into the U.S. market in 2026, building on rapid growth among American travel advisors and rising transaction volumes.
Michele Saegesser has returned to Viking as vice president of sales and national accounts, resuming the role she held for more than two decades before retiring last year.
Madeira has once again been crowned the world’s leading island destination, securing the prestigious title for the eleventh year in a row and reinforcing its global tourism appeal.
Virgin Voyages has launched a new status match program, offering instant elite recognition to travelers with top-tier status across more than 35 airline, hotel and cruise loyalty programs.
ASTA has announced the finalists for its 2025 Travel Advisor Awards, honoring excellence and innovation across the advisor community ahead of the inaugural ASTA Globes in Chicago.
Club Med will open a new all-inclusive ski resort in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, in December 2028, marking its second Canadian mountain property.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and the Alaska Department of Fish & Game have launched a new public art contest inviting U.S. artists to celebrate Southeast Alaska’s wildlife through original designs.
The U.S. Travel Association has partnered with The Great American Road Trip initiative to inspire domestic exploration ahead of America’s 250th birthday.