More travelers say they are likely to turn to a travel advisor today than they were a year ago, according to new consumer research from ASTA. An online survey found that 50%…
Author: Jamie Biesiada
Ensemble and Internova are betting on print
In a blast from the marketing past, two major agency groups have launched consumer-facing print publications this year targeted at their top clients. The magazines, from Ensemble and Internova Travel Group, are…
CruiseOne and Dream Vacations create executive position for land sales
Land vacation sales spiked at Dream Vacations and CruiseOne during the pandemic and they continue to grow, so much so that someone has been appointed to manage it. Sean Tolkin Sean Tolkin…
Marriott creates agent rewards program for all-inclusive bookings
Under a new rewards program, travel advisors who log qualified Marriott bookings with My Booking Rewards can earn Marriott Bonvoy points to redeem for themselves or clients. The All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy…
Travelsavers reports explosive growth in luxury travel
The premium and luxury segments of travel are booming, according to Travelsavers. Luxury revenue is pacing 32% higher than 2022, according to the travel agency network. Expedition cruising is up 78%. Antarctica…
American Express Travel rolls out hotel directory for sustainable travel
American Express Travel (No. 6 on Travel Weekly’s 2022 Power List) launched Stay With Purpose, a directory of hotels that are committed to furthering conservation, community development and inclusive travel. The directory…
Chase Travel launches luxury hotel program
Chase Travel (No. 8 on Travel Weekly’s 2023 Power List) will launch a new hotel program, The Edit by Chase Travel, in 2024 for Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders. Chase described The Edit…