Banding together for a better tomorrow Ian Stalker Three weeks into 2021 and the New Year's resolutions are continuing to arrive. Last week Travel Courier shared several resolutions made by prominent people in the travel industry and this week brings a look at more ways the trade are being proactive. Here...
2021/22 travel bookings showcase trend for extended, immersive vacations Travellers are increasingly looking to plan longer, immersive travel experiences to better appreciate nature, live in the moment and reconnect with friends and family.AmaWaterways’ Co-owners Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst...
Tales of those reaching out to tailed creatures Ian Stalker Man's best friend clearly has been befriended by many in the travel industry.The world is unfortunately full of dogs who can use some TLC and to their credit there are many in travel eager to do just that.And there are others who want...
Ian Stalker Dreams of tasting different apples can be brought to fruit-ion in Japan Could a Aomori turn out to be the apple of your eye while you're vacationing in Japan?Quite possibly yes if you wish to see lesser-known sides to the country that are overshadowed by the often very bright lights...
Coping during COVID-19 This week Travel Courier checks in with Naqi Ahsan of Blank Canvas Getaways, who switched his host agency to join The Travel Agent Next Door in May. What has it been like being a travel advisor during this challenging time? Helping clients with their travel plans...
Travel agencies rise to the challenge after a tumultuous year Adapt. Pivot. Innovate. Transform. There are many words that can be used to describe how travel agencies have risen above the challenges brought on by the pandemic and travel bans to meet the needs of their agents and future travellers....
Coping during COVID-19 This week Travel Courier checks in with Naqi Ahsan of Blank Canvas Getaways, who switched his host agency to join The Travel Agent Next Door in May. What has it been like being a travel advisor during this challenging time? Helping clients with their travel...
Virgin Limited Edition launches NEW Virtual Series to explore from home From learning how to jump like a Maasai Warrior at Mahali Mzuri in Kenya to Lemur Yoga on Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands, and a special Sofa Safari at Ulusaba Private Game Reserve in South Africa, Virgin Limited...
A farewell to travel After 13 years in the travel industry, Brian Bobroff, formerly with Flight Centre Independent, made the move from travel agent to mortgage agent in the wake of the pandemic. Tell us a bit about why you decided to leave the travel industry? The travel industry left...
The latest updates on resorts offering PCR testing Beach Enclave Turks & CaicosBeach Enclave Turks & Caicos will provide complimentary COVID-19 testing for all guests. These pre-departure tests will take place in the comfort and privacy of each guest’s villa and will be coordinated directly...
