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The U.S. Department of State is expecting an increase in passport applications through 2018.

Many travel agents cringe when confronted with the idea of creating a business plan.

Not every traveler is smart. Do you know how you can make them smart? By encouraging them to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).

VAX VacationAccess is proud to be the winner of 2 gold Travvy Awards for: Best Travel Agent Reservation System & Best Travel Technology Provider

With great power comes great responsibility… and hunger!

From grand openings to upcoming announcements, here’s a quick look at the reasons your clients will be hyped for a 2018 Universal Orlando Resort vacation.

We’re getting close! Universal’s Aventura Hotel will welcome its first guests in less than seven months.

There’s no better way for your clients to explore SeaWorld® than with one of our popular hotel packages.

Nearly twenty years ago at Trisept Solutions, Bill La Macchia, Sr. and I envisioned how we could bring travel agents into the internet age.

Located on a beautiful stretch of beach on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, you’ll find TRS Yucatan Hotel.

As a travel agent, you help your clients see the world. You research top destinations, find resorts and book activities that can enhance their experience.

Many airlines have programs and policies that aim to compensate their passengers if they encounter problems on a flight.

VAX VacationAccess has always had one ambition: to make travel agents’ lives easier and provide a platform for them to succeed.

In April, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) introduced a new rule for screening carry-on baggage.

We recently announced that Apple Leisure Group (ALG) and The Mark Travel Corporation (TMTC) are joining forces.

Allianz Global Assistance and American Queen Steamboat Company have announced a partnership to provide travel protection to customers booking river cruises.

Some families only get to go on a vacation once a year. And when they get to go, you want to make sure their experience is good, even if something goes wrong.

Here are the top four things travel agents need to know about the recent volcanic activity.

Bally’s Las Vegas has completed a $125 million redesign of 2,052 guest rooms and suites in the new Resort Tower.

The world’s premier Halloween event is about to get even scarier. Category: around the industry

If you’re not keyed in to the preferences of affluent travelers, this type of traveler can be a tough nut to crack.

The latest TSA rule, already in effect, is focused on powdered substances in your carry-on.

TSA recently announced their plan to test new 3-D technology at security checkpoints that will hopefully result in fewer bag checks.

At the ASTA Global Convention in Washington, D.C., the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) will be announcing that it is changing its name.

Here’s proof on why travel agents keep the travel industry moving forward, full steam ahead.

We want to introduce you to the VAX Industry Calendar, your newest source for staying up-to-date in the industry.

What to expect when starting your own travel advisory business. Tips for one-person, at-home operations or fully invested travel storefronts.

Starting this fall, the U.S. State Department is hosting special passport fairs to make it easier for travelers to get a passport.

ASTA recognizes Allianz Global Assistance as the 2018 Travel Insurance Partner of the Year after making meaningful contributions to the travel industry.

Have you ever wondered if the desire to travel has an effect on mental health? If you answered “yes” you might be on to something.

I was fortunate to be able to attend Nexion’s annual CoNexion event this past month on the Harmony of the Seas.

This year’s Summit was held at The Grand at Moon Palace from Sept. 26-29, and was without a doubt the most exciting yet.

Hear from more destination wedding experts on their commitment to their couples, how they think about the guests and why supplier relationships are so important.

Industry leaders took to the stage at the Skift Global Forum to share where they see the future of the travel in the coming years.

Domestic, long-haul and family getaways, travelers are continuing to seek expertise from travel agents to help make the most out of their trip.

Sandals Resorts debuted some exciting new services and initiatives in 2018 that will carry on into the new year.

Passengers at the Delta terminal in Atlanta can use facial recognition technology in what the airline is touting as the first biometric terminal.

No more waiting in line to check-in on vacation. Sandos Hotels and Resorts launched the first version of a new app allowing online check-in prior to arrival at hotels.

Recently, the TSA and airports themselves have implemented new aviation technology in order to speed up the airport process while improving accessibility for travelers.

Hertz will offer fast check-out lanes powered by biometrics at more than 40 airports by the end of 2019.

In early December, Travel Weekly announced the winners of their 2018 Readers Choice Awards. Here are some highlights, just in case you missed the announcement.

Here are four major travel technology developments that occurred in 2018.

An increasing number of countries are making travel insurance compulsory upon arrival.

The government shutdown began on Dec. 22 and the actual impact on air travel and airport security throughout the U.S. varies from source to source.

Here are four ideas for making your voice heard and shaping policy where you live and work.

This year’s Travvy Awards brought the industry’s top execs together to celebrate….you!

With these feelings of love in the air, we’re sharing some things agents love about VAX and some things VAX loves about agents.

Millennials, more so than Generations Xers, are more interested in taking a guided vacation.

All hands are on deck for an unforgettable voyage for your clients on one of these five fresh new cruise ships in 2019.

Topgolf Swing Suite will feature four golf simulator bays and a variety of virtual games, including Topgolf target game, Zombie Dodgeball, Hockey Shots, Baseball Pitching and more.

TravelBrands provides both travel agents and travelers innovate solutions to fulfill travel needs including flights, hotels, cruises, attractions, rail passes, car rentals and more.

From launching new brands and properties to building strong alliances in target markets, AMResorts is experiencing unprecedented and exciting growth.

The designation makes it the first all-inclusive day resort and animal interaction park in the U.S to be certified.

Mexico remains the cornerstone of the growth strategy set for AMReorts with the announcement of the upcoming openings of five new resorts in 2019.

You do it all so they can have it all.

Gratitude and realization were on the menu this past week when the new ALG hosted a micro summit in mid-town Manhattan.

Starting Saturday, May 25 through September 2, guests 21 years of age and older can pick up one complimentary beer at Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen Patio Bar per day.

American Airlines continues to rock the title of “airliner with the most service from U.S. to Mexico” with the addition of two new destinations, Huatulco (HUX) and Acapulco (ACA), to their U.S.

SeaWorld’s conservation efforts are worthy of praise.

Apple Leisure group opens Europe’s first Secrets-branded resort in Mallorca, Spain.

The travel industry’s eco-friendly efforts enhance every experience. Follow along with these leaders in the #skipthestraw movement.

Is there such a thing as too many tourists? While we in the travel industry may be inclined to say no, popular destinations are beginning to say “wish you weren’t here.”

Among numerous key milestones, ALG signed six new resort management deals through its affiliated brand AMResorts® and celebrated the opening of its first property in Spain.

Time to get your passport renewed – American Airlines recently announced an expanded international presence.

A recent study ranks the best and the worst of domestic airports.

United Airlines announces 12 new and expanded international routes.

While reports focused on the science behind the acceleration of this issue, travelers still have more questions than answers.

Marriott Bonvoy members will be happy to learn that they will continue to have the option to earn and redeem points at each of Marriott’s new all-inclusive resorts.

Southwest Vacations is committed to their customers, providing them with a superb vacation they deserve from beginning to end.

Disney park-goers are now able to indulge in over 400 sweet and savory vegetarian dishes.

The newly flagged resort offers unrivaled access for exploring the Garden Island from the spectacular scenery of the North Shore to the sunny beaches of the South Shore.

Flight Centre Travel Group U.S. customers will have access to Allianz Global Assistance products on December 1, 2019.

Trisept Solutions and VAX VacationAccess were honored to receive the award for Best Travel Technology Provider at the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards.

New properties from AMResorts run the gamut from family-friendly to adults-only, and from Curaçao to St. Martin.

There was so much to talk about and read about on The Compass this year.

Hernandez, formerly the Vice President of Operations, has been with TPI for 23 years and will assume the role immediately.

Knowing that you chose us as your favorite platform is an incredible honor.

American Airlines and GOL have announced a new codeshare agreement.

What are your pets really doing when you’re not at home?

ASTA has created a portal for agents to send messages to legislators using a one-click form.

Numerous changes show the airline’s continued focus on customer safety and experience.

The company has also implemented a program to help facilitate social distancing on aircraft.

United Airlines’ efforts focus on three main areas.

AMResorts® is proud to announce the return of Amazing May, a month-long celebration recognizing travel advisors, their resilience and passion for inspiring the future of travel.

These new protocols include a 360-degree quality, safety and hygiene system backed by the highest-level third-party certification.

Even in these challenging times, rest assured that Amstar is committed to delivering World Class Customer Service so that the destination experience can be enjoyed to the fullest.

With 50 properties in six countries, Palladium Hotel Group has a wide reach and a lot of guests to take care of.

In preparation to welcome guests back to the beauty and warmth of the Caribbean, the company introduced Sandals Platinum Protocols of Cleanliness.

If you’re flying somewhere and haven’t been through a TSA security checkpoint since before the pandemic, here’s what to expect.

One safeguard has kept American’s customers and team members breathing clean air at 30,000 feet.

This update is part of the Southwest Promise, a health and safety program designed by the airline and enacted in May 2020.

The 28-video playlist includes resorts from Los Cabos to Montego Bay, with each video focused on one resort.

Our objective is to go above and beyond.

This change is effective immediately.

Jurassic World VelociCoaster brings to life the edge-of-your-seat excitement of Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment’s epic film franchise in an extreme roller coaster experience.

Not surprisingly, 99% of respondents said they are eager to travel again.

Award-winning Executive Producer Greg Nicotero gets a first look at the spectacular creativity that goes into Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Night.

With limited quantities available, this Black Friday epic destination package priced at $1,292 for a family of four is among the nation’s best consumer vacation values.

AMResorts’ first three European hotels outside of Spain are located on the Greek islands of Crete, Corfu and Zante, and have a total of 845 rooms.

These are not hard and fast rules you must follow, but rather guidelines and recommendations the CDC is sharing to help keep travelers – and the places they visit – safe.

The survey found, among many things, that travel advisors remain a key distribution channel tour operators will rely on to generate sales in 2021.

Delta is dropping international change fees.

The survey asked 2,000 American travelers about their outlook on 2021 travel.

ALG Vacations™ is fully committed to offering an extensive charter program you'll continue to love and feel comfortable supporting.

Travel at Ease is designed to match perfectly with existing travel insurances provided by tour operators who entrust their clients to Iberostar Group.

As part of our commitment to give advisors MORE without fail, please rest assured that ALGV will never stop looking for new ways to support you.

Here is how the travel industry is responding to the CDC’s new entry rule.

One of the first executive orders signed by President Joe Biden included a mandate requiring masks to be worn in airports on commercial aircraft and more.

When shopping the ALG Vacations brands on VAX VacationAccess, the new filter appears in the left-hand column of the search results.

Volcano Bay’s enhanced health and safety procedures will be in place when the park reopens on February 27 and reflect the guidelines that debuted last year.

TSA announced that travelers who violate the mask mandate could be fined $500 for the first offense.

TSA is actively recruiting transportation security officers at 430 airports nationwide.

The highly-immersive water theme park officially reopened to guests on Saturday, February 27.

Eleven of the 15 resorts in Sandals Resorts’ collection are now reopened, with more on the way.

The world’s premier Halloween event returns to Universal Studios Florida for 42 select nights beginning on September 3 through October 31.

ALG Vacations™ wants to celebrate the agencies, suppliers and destinations who strive to bring personal and professional service to their clients.

SeaWorld Parks are offering an expanded lineup of one-of-a-kind experiences, get your tickets and passes now!

New coverage added for COVID-19 illnesses and individually-ordered quarantines.

All three of Beaches’ family-friendly resorts are now open again.

These nonstop, roundtrip flights on major airlines are bookable now through Apple Vacations, Funjet Vacations and Travel Impressions.

United also has plans to resume more than 20 domestic routes.

Additional updated CDC guidelines say that fully vaccinated travelers do not need to get tested before or after travel unless their destination requires it.

All-new thrill ride takes your clients on a high-speed adventure through the Raptor Paddock in an epic coaster experience.

The new routes include Cleveland to Cancun and Chicago O’Hare, St. Louis and Cleveland to Punta Cana.

TSA has seen a steady increase in passenger screenings starting in mid-February.

Beaches extended its Advanced Certified Autism Center (ACAC) accreditation from IBCCES.

The deadline was extended from Oct. 1, 2021 to May 2, 2023 due to circumstances resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The third generation reinvents itself.

Here are the new arrivals you may have missed last year and what you need to know about them.

The travel industry’s nonprofit rebrands, expands membership options and shares its vision for sustainability in the post-pandemic world.

Universal Orlando Travel Insights from Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations Your Clients Can Now Brave the All-New Species of Roller Coaster, Inspired by Universal Pictures and Amblin

With this inaugural opening of Dreams and the reopening of Secrets, as of Friday, June 4, there are 12 hotels currently operating as AMResorts brands properties in Spain.

SeaWorld Orlando has been voted the Best Amusement Park in the county by USA Today readers.

The park took the top honor in 2021 beating out the competition and solidifying the waterpark’s reputation as the best waterpark in the United States.

ALG Vacations also reminded travel advisors to regularly check the ALG Vacations CDC Guidelines page for up-to-date information on new policies.

No more looking back; let’s look at where we are now and where the industry is headed next.

Put these resorts on your list for your clients who are always looking for something new.

Each weekend, park guests can toast delicious brews while enjoying award-winning attractions and entertainment at SeaWorld’s open-air festival every Friday – Sunday through October 31.

Fines will now be $500 to $1,000 for the first offense and $1,000 to $3,000 for the second offense.

The theme park industry took a massive hit during the pandemic. Here, SeaWorld shares an outline for its recovery and path forward.

Keeping the crew and passengers safe while flying during a pandemic was no easy task. Here’s how the Association of Flight Attendants paved the way to safer skies.

Aquatica Orlando Plunges into 2022 with Park-Wide Enhancements

Costa Rica will require proof of traveler vaccination beginning January 8th, 2022.

Discover the world that Hyatt, the new home of ALG Vacations®, has created.

There’s still time to take advantage of Universal Orlando’s incredible 5-day, 5-night hotel and ticket package.

Learn how ALG Vacations® is here to make your job simple, solid and smart.

Discover more about the winners of Travel Weekly’s 19th annual Readers’ Choice Awards.

The latest COVID-19 travel updates amidst the spread of the Omicron variant.

How did your experience as an independent travel advisor in 2021 compare to the rest?

Learn more about the people, places and companies that shook things up in 2021.

SeaWorld continues its commitment to wildlife rehabilitation as it rehomed four rescued manatee calves in early 2022.

Learn more about Universal Orlando’s fabulous vacation packages for 2023.

Terry Dale shares how USTOA is putting a spotlight on sustainability initiatives.

After much anticipation, the U.S.’ first-ever Super Nintendo World is scheduled to open in 2023.

Discover the data behind some of 2022’s most popular spring break destinations.

Airliners around the U.S. are lifting mask mandates after a ruling on April 18th, 2022.

Research from Allianz shows that more Americans are flocking overseas in summer 2022.

Discover how stress-free family travel has been a Funjet focus for nearly 50 years.

AMR™ Collection believes every moment and everyone is worth celebrating. That’s why they designed the perfect places for you to celebrate the big things, the little things and everything in

By expanding its transportation capacity, Amstar reinforces its commitment to leading the industry by enhancing the destination experience for its clients.

As of Sunday, June 12th at 12:01 a.m., inbound international air travelers will no longer be required to show a negative COVID-19 test to enter the U.S.

We surveyed suppliers asking why they love partnering with VAX VacationAccess, here’s what they had to say.

Vacationers want to be immersed in their destination and there is perhaps no better stay in Mexico that fits the bill like Hoteles Xcaret in Riviera Maya.

People traveling to Australia will no longer have to complete a Digital Passenger Declaration (DPD) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status.

With exquisite hotels, premier destinations, unique experiences and an unparalleled commitment to care, travelers can expect a lavish and sophisticated stay when they choose Hyatt.

“The Weeknd: After Hours Nightmare” Will Terrify Guests in an Unprecedented Experience at Universal Orlando Resort Beginning September 2, and at Universal Studios Hollywood Beginning September 8

SeaWorld Orlando’s Craft Beer Festival is back on select days with park admission, starting earlier in the day than ever before.

The Valais-Matterhorn region of Switzerland and wholesale FIT tour operator Avanti Destinations have partnered on a campaign to educate advisors on independent travel options.

Tourism Cares brings together various sectors of the travel industry in order to create positive change.

Whether a family vacation, romantic adults-only experience or simply fun in the sun with friends, there’s a BlueBay hotel that will exceed your clients’ expectations.

Universal Orlando Resort presents its destination-wide Holidays 2022 Celebration.

It is with overwhelming sadness that Cruise Planners announces the passing of COO Vicky Garcia on August 14, 2022 after a long illness.

Universal Studios Orlando unveils yet another bone chilling haunted house as part of their 2022 Halloween Horror Nights lineup.

You may know Blue Sky Tours best as a respected tour operator to Hawaii, but this ALG Vacations® brand is also an experienced provider of vacation packages to the exotic South Pacific.

President and CEO of USTOA, Terry Dale, introduces Sustainable Suzie, the organizations light-hearted approach to a big issue.

Discover how you can gather with like-minded industry pros to tackle some of travel’s most complex issues.

Guests can celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with special experiences across all Universal Orlando Resort hotels.

Allianz Partners reveals the top 10 domestic and international Thanksgiving destinations.

“Pipeline: The Surf Coaster” will be the world’s first “Surf Coaster”, starting with a dynamic launch.

Exceptional cuisine and exquisite design unite at ARIA Resort & Casino’s Proper Eats, a new food hall opening on the Las Vegas Strip.

ALGV shares its exciting new initiative to drive travelers to travel advisors this holiday season.

This festive event will run from November 14th through January 9th, 2023

London and Paris continue to attract the most travelers abroad, top cities in Portugal, Greece, Denmark and Sweden see triple-digit increases over 2019 traveler numbers.

Further strengthening Hyatt’s leadership position within the region, more than 20 European all-inclusive resorts are now bookable through Hyatt channels as part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection, a

Here’s what travel advisors need to know about Exoticca Travel.

After two years at Caesars Las Vegas, the event returns to its home at Paris Hotel Casino from Friday, March 31 – Monday, April 3.