FTA Advisor Spotlight: Jen Cratsley, CM Travel Agency LLC
Jen Cratsley works with her partner Mark to run CM Travel, an agency specializing in accessible and autism travel. Together, they enjoy making memories with their special needs daughter, son, and grandchildren. And, of course, helping others with their favorite pastime: traveling the world and making memories that last a lifetime. What are your travel…
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Don’t Forget: ETIAS Scheduled to Go into Effect Q4 of 2026
By now, you’ve likely heard about the upcoming European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), a new entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals-including U.S. citizens-traveling to 30 European countries for short stays. With the new system set to start sometime in the last quarter of 2026, keep reading to ensure you’re on top of all the information you…
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Disneyland Summer 2026: New Experiences, Family Fun and Ways to Save
Summer vacation is about making memories, and few places lean into that idea quite like Disneyland Resort. For summer 2026, the California theme park destination is bringing back classic Disney magic while adding new attractions, limited-time entertainment and special offers designed to make a family getaway a little easier to plan. From new adventures in…
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Beaches Fall Fam Jam 2026
Beaches Resorts is unveiling the 2026 lineup for its annual Fall Fam Jam, returning this autumn with live performances by toddler techno sensation Lenny Pearce, and a new wave of Sesame Street® experiences. Running September through October across Jamaica and Turks & Caicos, the Fall Fam Jam brings forward a vibrant, all-inclusive, festival-style experience designed…
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Supplier Spotlight: Rancho de los Caballeros Resort
In Wickenburg, Arizona, Rancho de los Caballeros Resort brings the undeniable charm of Spanish Caballeros’ culture to visitors across more than 18,000 rideable acres of the Sonoran Desert. Owned by a duo of families since 2021, the luxury ranch is filled with countless ranch activities, including a Kids Club that allows little cowboys and cowgirls…
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Pleasant Holidays Extends $20 Travel Protection Offer for Kids
Pleasant Holidays has extended its limited-time promotion offering a travel protection plan for children ages 17 and under for $20 per child on eligible vacation bookings made through June 30, 2026. As part of the promotion, children ages 2 to 17 may be included in any vacation that includes the Pleasant Holidays travel protection plan*…
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NTTO Publishes Survey of 2025 Inbound Air Travel Results
The International Trade Administration’s National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) just released the results of the inbound Survey of International Air Travelers (SIAT), covering calendar year 2025. In 2025, 46.4 million international inbound air travelers from Canada, Mexico and overseas visited the United States. Here are the top takeaways of the results. International Inbound Air…
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Beaches® Turks and Caicos Lights Up Grace Bay Beach with Star-Studded Debut of Treasure Beach Village
Beaches Resorts commemorated the arrival of Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks and Caicos with a spirited celebration weekend that drew celebrity guests, dignitaries, global media, and VIPs to the shores of Grace Bay Beach. A curated lineup of immersive events and experiences marked the debut of the $150 million, all-suite expansion, bringing every corner of the resort…
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Purpose Meets Partnership: How Collaboration Builds Better Travel Experiences
Photo courtesy of Discover Corps In this session, Lynne Corvaglia of Discover Corps showed us how to create travel experiences that are meaningful-not just for travelers, but for the communities they visit. We got a behind-the-scenes look at how Discover Corps collaborates with local partners to co-create impactful, responsible travel programs. Watch this recorded session…
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Universal Orlando Resort Prepares Exciting New Experiences
Universal Orlando Resort is continuing its unprecedented momentum as it prepares for a slate of compelling new guest offerings across the destination – ranging from new themed areas to delicious eateries. While additional details will be shared in the months ahead, work will soon be underway and impact the following existing experiences: Horror Make-Up Show…
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Take HAR’s 2026 Travel Advisor Survey!
Every year, Host Agency Reviews asks travel advisors what’s actually happening in their businesses, in order to publish the Travel Advisor Report, which covers data around income, fees, business models, tools, booking trends, and more. This survey is for travel advisors in the United States and Canada. That includes hosted advisors, independently accredited advisors, franchise…
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FTA Advisor Spotlight: LH World Travel
As the CEO and Founder of LH World Travel, Audrey Blank has worked to be a distinguished force in the travel industry. Her journey as a certified Travel Designer has taken her across more than 50 countries-with a specialty in luxury custom travel and European custom experiences-fueled by an unwavering passion for exploration and a…
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