USTA Fall Travel Forecast
The U.S. Travel Association’s Fall 2025 update projects slower growth for travel in 2025, but higher growth rates in 2026 and beyond. Spending is buoyed by continued growth in domestic leisure travel despite economic concerns. International inbound travel is projected to decrease in 2025 for the first time since 2020, but to resume growth in…
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‘NightFlight Expedition’ Attraction to Open at Dollywood in 2026
Smoky Mountain-Themed Attraction Will Be Largest Investment in Park’s History Dollywood Parks & Resorts recently announced the largest attraction investment in the history of Dolly Parton’s beloved theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. “NightFlight Expedition”-a more than $50 million attraction-will open in a sprawling new building in the Wildwood Grove area of the park come spring 2026.…
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FTA Member Spotlight: Discover Corps
A vacation with purpose goes beyond sightseeing-it’s about traveling in a way that enriches both the traveler and the destination. That’s what Discover Corps is all about. The mission of this purpose-driven travel agency is to inspire travelers to become advocates for our planet’s natural wonders, cultural treasures, and local communities through immersive and sustainable…
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Get Certified!
Have you got your FTA certification yet? If you’re a travel advisor, our Certification program, hosted by Learn Tourism, equips advisors with the insights, tools, and strategies needed to grow their business and succeed in family travel sales. If you’re a supplier, certification means an application and audit process, confirming you meet the established criteria…
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The State of Travel and the Economy in 2025
It’s no secret the relationship between travel and the economy is a tight knit one, with ripple effects from each felt throughout various sectors in a number of ways, from jobs to revenue and more. Come along as we explore some key points examining how the economy in 2025 so far is impacting the travel…
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New Flights, Fresh Lounges, and Airport Upgrades
Some turbulence is hitting the airline industry this season, as several carriers announce major changes-both challenging and ambitious. Budget carrier Spirit Airlines continues to face financial headwinds, filing for bankruptcy for the second time, slashing more flights from its schedule, and furloughing an additional 1,000 flight attendants. Caribbean Airlines also trimmed service, cutting two nonstop…
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Peru for the Holidays: Unwrap Unforgettable Journeys
The holiday season is just around the corner-and it’s the perfect time to start planning meaningful and memorable experiences in Peru. Whether your clients are traveling as a family, a couple, or on a soul-stirring solo journey, Peru offers a wealth of festive possibilities-from vibrant celebrations to serene escapes in nature. Here are some inspiring…
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FTA Advisor Spotlight: Gunes Hopson — Luxe Travel by Gunes
From a young age, Gunes Hopson has been traveling with her family, beginning with an international trip as a toddler on a transatlantic flight to Turkiye. She has since visited 41 countries (and counting!), as well as 46 states (including Alaska and Hawaii), plus countless cruises. Now, whether staying in a fine hotel or chatting…
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2025 Motorcoach Census Shows Industry Growing By Most Metrics
Each year, the Motorcoach Census commissioned by the American Bus Association explores the size and activity of the motorcoach transportation service industry in the United States and Canada. The 2025 census has arrived, measuring activity over the course of 2024, and results show growing fleet sizes and an increase in miles traveled. However, last year…
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Key Factors Behind Rising North America Airport Travel Satisfaction
Article courtesy of TravelPulse by Northstar. Travelers are reporting growing satisfaction with the air travel experience when it comes to airports, according to the J.D. Power 2025 North America Airport Satisfaction Study. Overall passenger satisfaction scores are up a considerable 10 points (on a 1,000-point scale) this year, with a couple of key factors influencing travelers’…
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Treasure Island Fiji Resort Review: Is This Family-Friendly Island Worth It?
Media Spotlight: Article by Jessica Palmer Photo Courtesy of Jessica Palmer. Treasure Island Fiji Resort Review: Is This Family-Friendly Island Worth It? If you’re dreaming of a tropical island escape with kids in tow, Treasure Island Fiji Resort (officially Nakelo Treasure Island) is one of the most accessible island resorts in the Mamanucas. Just a…
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FTA Advisor Spotlight: Jessica Griscavage – Runway Travel
Jessica Griscavage has been in the travel industry for 20 years, turning her company Runway Travel into a leading boutique agency known for highly personalized experiences. Runway Travel Co. is a full-service, luxury travel agency specializing in customized travel itineraries and personalized service-as well as a proud Virtuoso member, and partner of TravelWits, a one-stop…
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