FTA Research Highlight: Advisors Show Strong Market Potential
The 10th Anniversary Edition of one of the most comprehensive surveys on family travel trends is here! One data point the survey highlights is that while many parents would consider using a travel advisor, actual usage remains low. Only 19% of parents have used a travel advisor in the past three years. However, a significant…
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Beaches Turks & Caicos: Treasure Beach Is Now Open
Introducing the latest member of the Beaches family-Treasure Beach, the newest and most exclusive village at Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort designed for an elevated all-inclusive family adventure. This new village, which just opened March 1, offers brand-first suites that make you stop and stare, flavors worth savoring at The Pinta Food Hall, and dining at Beaches’ first-ever Butch’s Island…
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FTA Advisor Spotlight: Timeless Adventures by Sara
Sara Morgan is a travel advisor with a lifelong love for discovering new place, and a background in psychology, which means she’s exceptionally good at understanding what people actually want out of a vacation. Under the banner of Timeless Adventures by Sara, she asks the right questions, notices the details others miss, and designs experiences…
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Broadway in High Demand: Planning Ahead for Summer Theater
It may be winter now, but summer on Broadway is closer than you think-making this the perfect time to start planning a New York City trip. While it’s chilly outside, thinking ahead ensures you’ll be ready when the sun comes out and the city comes alive. Planning early gives you access to the most in-demand…
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Island Routes Booking Incentive for Travel Advisors!
Island Routes is excited to offer a booking incentive for February and March! Advisors who sell an Island Routes tour during this period will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 Amazon gift card. All qualifying bookings must be made directly with Island Routes. To qualify, bookings must be made directly with Island…
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FTA Advisor Spotlight: Adam Consovoy, Luxus Travel LLC
As founder and CEO of Luxus Travel, Adam Consovoy is passionate about curating personalized, unforgettable journeys for every traveler. As a proud brand ambassador for the Family Travel Association, he is a dedicated advocate for experiential family vacations-crafting meaningful adventures that inspire curiosity and connection across generations. You can see Consovoy discuss tips and tricks…
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Guide to New Tourist Taxes and Fees for US Travelers in 2026
This year, travel will be more expensive. But it’s not only airline tickets and hotel stays that travelers will need to shell out for. In 2026, a surge of new tourist taxes and fees are going into effect, across entire countries, states, and cities, as well as specific sites like museums and monuments. The idea behind charging…
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Disney Parks and Cruise Line Plans for 2026 Â
Disney is heading into 2026 with an ambitious slate of updates across parks, resorts, cruise ships, and restaurants-balancing seasonal favorites with meaningful refreshes and a lean into nostalgia. EPCOT’s Spring Spectacle Returns The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival blooms back to life March 4 through June 1, 2026, transforming the park into a living…
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Supplier Spotlight: Island Routes
Island Routes was founded in 2009 in Jamaica with a simple idea: To give visitors a more authentic way to experience the Caribbean beyond their resorts. Through partnerships with local operators and a commitment to showcasing the true spirit of the Caribbean, by offering a wide range of family-friendly excursions designed to be safe, fun, and suitable…
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What to Do When Things Go Wrong on the Road: Preparing for the Unforeseen
No matter how well you prepare, sometimes things just don’t go to plan while out on the road. And while these bumps in the road can be frustrating, that doesn’t mean you can’t be ready with the necessary information needed to spring into action to find a solution. POLITICAL UNREST AND NATURAL DISASTERS According to…
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The Wander Years: Family Travel is Booming
Family travel is booming. But at the same time, it’s becoming more complicated to book. Travel advisors say that while the segment is hitting new highs in growth and spend, complexity is also on the rise, with challenges ranging from families booking more close in to difficulty finding appropriate accommodations for larger parties. These…
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Universal Orlando Resort Reveals New High-Speed Coaster
Universal Orlando Resort is revving up for its next big thrill with Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift-a high-octane outdoor roller coaster that will join the Universal Studios Florida family in 2027. Replacing the former Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster, Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift will put guests and groups in the driver seat of…
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