Saturday, November 30, 2019

One-time resident brings local's perspective to travel advisor business

In 2003, Larry and Lynda Jackson, started Cruise Holidays of Viera and later launched a subsidiary focused on the islands, Hawaii Boutique Escapes.

* This article was originally published here

Friday, November 29, 2019

Battling Executive Burnout in the 24/7 Travel Business

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"Hospitality has always been a 24-7 business, but it’s more of a 24-7 business than it’s ever been." Khara Woods / Unsplash



Skift Take: Burnout is everywhere in our precarious global economy, but it's especially pronounced in the travel and hospitality industry. Knowing the reasons why can help prevent it from taking over.

— Rosie Spinks

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* This article was originally published here

Thursday, November 28, 2019

$149 -- Fairmont Austin Stay including Holidays, 50% Off

The new Fairmont Austin brings "unrivaled luxury to the capital of Texas" (Forbes Travel Guide) in the city's second-tallest building.

* This article was originally published here

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

UK and US sales teams feel negative effects of Brexit and US political landscape

Research reveals sales slumps and travel restrictions brought on by broader political dynamics.


* This article was originally published here

Tuesday, November 26, 2019

$1699 -- Vietnam Tour + Phuket Beach Stay: 13 Nights w/Air

This rare combination of Vietnam highlights and a Thai beach paradise includes unique activities like net fishing, cycling and boat trips.

* This article was originally published here

Monday, November 25, 2019

Blockchain Technology Finds New Purpose in Transforming Airline Retailing



Skift Take: New kinds of partnerships and connections are changing how the airline industry retails. Stakeholders are increasingly turning to new technology like blockchain to facilitate these changes without disrupting their ability to provide travelers a frictionless experience and giving travel managers the control they need.

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* This article was originally published here

Sunday, November 24, 2019

Advisors report travel to Cuba has plummeted

Even though going to Cuba with a tour group is legal, the Trump administration's abolishing of cruise travel to the destination has squelched demand.

* This article was originally published here