Category: News

Why it rates: Rental Escapes credits travel advisors with their strong performance during the first half year. Rental Escapes is a luxury villa company that specializes in offering unparalleled villa rentals around the world. They are proud to announce their record-breaking start for 2023. Rental Escapes’ sales have grown rapidly since the start of the…

Walmart and Expedia Group have announced a partnership that will be beneficial to Walmart+ members who book travel. Walmart+ members can now book getaways through WalmartPlusTravel.com and get Walmart Cash. The site is powered by Expedia Group’s White Label Template Technology, which gives members access to over 900,000 hotels, 500 airlines and 100 car rental…

Universal Orlando Resort has announced that Passholder Appreciation Day will be returning between August 15 and September 30. During the celebration, Universal Orlando will offer a variety of special offers to its annual and seasonal passes holders. On August 26, Passholder Night will return to Islands of Adventure. Members can enjoy select attractions and venues…

The United States Department of Transportation announced a new regulation that requires airline restrooms to be more easily accessible. In honor of the 33rd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the DOT has now required airlines to install lavatories in new single-aisle planes that are large enough for a passenger with a physical disability…

Mary Pat Sullivan, the current EVP and Group Publisher for the Retail Travel Group at Northstar Travel Group, will take on the role of EVP Marketing and Partnerships this summer. Anthony Carnevale is leaving the company to join Avis Budget Group in August as VP Commercial Accounts and Middle Market. TravelPulse is part of Northstar…

You want to go on an unforgettable vacation, but you don’t have the time or energy to plan every detail yourself? United Vacations, a renowned vacation packager, may be the solution for you. It is the official vacation brand for United Airlines. Customers can enjoy the lowest prices and special benefits such as priority boarding,…

Palladium Hotel Group, a Spanish company that operates all-inclusive TRS Hotels in the Dominican Republic and Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts throughout Jamaica and Mexico, wants to surprise its guests by revealing the hidden gems within the resorts. The company has invested heavily in providing top-notch entertainment and fine international cuisine. It also offers extensive…

The American Society of Travel Advisors has launched the first ever mentorship program. The new pilot program, announced on Thursday, is designed to provide travel advisors with expert advice and guidance by seasoned mentors who are already established in travel. During this six-month initiative 10 mentees and 10 mentors will be paired for a career…

Universal Orlando Resort has announced details about the Illumination Villain-Con Minion Blast game, which will debut in the theme park during this summer. Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast, located at the entrance of the new Minion Land combines immersive sets, interactive games-based technology and custom animations to create an unique blaster attraction. Guests can test their…

According to Discover Puerto Rico, the tourism industry in Puerto Rico is booming. Air arrivals are up 21 percent from a year earlier for the first three months of 2023. It’s not surprising that the hospitality industry in Puerto Rico is also growing, with new hotels opening and renovations to existing properties. Hilton plans to…