Posts by maggiemutch
National Travel and Tourism Office Publishes 2026 Q1 Results
National Travel and Tourism Office Publishes 2026 Q1 Results The National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) has published results of the Survey of International Air Travelers (SIAT) for the first quarter of 2026, covering both non-U.S. resident international inbound air arrivals to the United States and U.S. resident international air outbound departures from the United…
Read MoreAmerican Airlines Expands Digital Features for Travelers
American Airlines Expands Digital Features for Travelers American Airlines is rolling out a series of digital upgrades designed to give travelers more control over their journeys, from booking flights to navigating airport delays. The new features include expanded payment options, improved tools for managing travel disruptions and easier access to TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID. “Technology…
Read MoreBeyond the Itinerary: Using Pre-Departure Gifts to Win Repeat Family Bookings
Beyond the Itinerary: Using Pre-Departure Gifts to Win Repeat Family Bookings Media Spotlight: Article by Health N Beauty Stuff Photo Courtesy of Magnific.com Beyond the Itinerary: Using Pre-Departure Gifts to Win Repeat Family Bookings Ask any advisor who specialises in family travel where their business comes from, and the answer is rarely paid advertising. It…
Read MoreThe Short Inca Trail: How to See Machu Picchu Through the Sun Gate in Just 2 Days
The Short Inca Trail: How to See Machu Picchu Through the Sun Gate in Just 2 Days Media Spotlight: Article by Health N Beauty Stuff Photo Courtesy of Health N Beauty Stuff The Short Inca Trail: How to See Machu Picchu Through the Sun Gate in Just 2 Days Not everyone has five days to…
Read MoreFTA Member Spotlight: Vacation with Val Travel
FTA Member Spotlight: Vacation with Val Travel Valerie Naiman is a passionate traveler, a loving wife and mother of two. Val embarked on a new chapter in her life after retiring from her career as a school teacher to pursue her lifelong dream in the world of travel. At Vacation with Val, she combines her…
Read MoreTourism CEO Spent Six Months Driving to One Conference—and Discovered the Future of Travel Along the Way
Tourism CEO Spent Six Months Driving to One Conference—and Discovered the Future of Travel Along the Way Most CEOs book a flight when it’s time to attend a conference. Stephen Ekstrom packed the car instead. Over six months, the CEO and cofounder of Learn Tourism, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the tourism industry through education,…
Read MoreNew Research: Travelers Are Redefining Value
New Research: Travelers Are Redefining Value Latest findings from MMGY’s Portrait of American Travelers™ reveal that travel demand remains high, but rising expectations are reshaping destination choice. Travel remains a priority for Americans this summer, but they’re becoming more thoughtful about where they go and how they spend. The latest findings from MMGY’s 2026 Portrait…
Read MoreBeaches® Resorts Adds KIDZ BOP to its Fall Fam Jam Lineup
Beaches® Resorts Adds KIDZ BOP to its Fall Fam Jam Lineup Beaches Resorts is expanding the lineup for Fall Fam Jam 2026, its annual celebration of family travel running from September through October. The festivities kick off September 1 with all-new Sesame Street® experiences and immersive programming designed for every generation. From September 16–21, viral…
Read MoreThe Best Ways to Plan an Entertainment-Filled Family Getaway
The Best Ways to Plan an Entertainment-Filled Family Getaway Media Spotlight: Article by Molly Frank Photo Courtesy of Shutterstock The Best Ways to Plan an Entertainment-Filled Family Getaway A great family trip rarely happens by accident. The most memorable ones tend to come from a little forethought about who is traveling, what everyone actually enjoys,…
Read MoreHow to Plan the Perfect Weekend Getaway to Pigeon Forge
How to Plan the Perfect Weekend Getaway to Pigeon Forge Media Spotlight: Article by Molly Frank Photo Courtesy of Shutterstock How to Plan the Perfect Weekend Getaway to Pigeon Forge It sounds nice to get away for a weekend every now and then. Even if you only have two days, a little planning can help…
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