Carlson Family Gives Up Control of Namesake Agency CWT in Refinancing Deal
A new chapter that will help the agency focus on the future, but will an opaque ownership structure hinder its recovery plans?
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U.S. and Canadian Travel Advisor Groups Look Beyond Rivalry to Reopen the Border
The entire travel industry greatly benefits when groups many would think of as competitors work together to provide assistance for travelers and travel advisors.
Can This Controversial Former Thomas Cook Exec Really Build the Next Travel Giant?
Many people will be watching the next chapter in Manny Fontenla-Novoa's career closely. Can he restore his reputation with this new pan-European travel agency?
Travel Advisors Find River Cruises a Bigger Opportunity Even With Hurdles
Travel advisors would do well to thoroughly explain the differences between ocean and river cruises. While some travelers have concerns about getting on any kind of cruise, travel advisors could attract a lot more bookings if they quell any concerns travelers have about river cruises.
The Travel Advisors Leading the Overtourism Fight for a Post-Pandemic Era
Travel advisors are possibly more powerful than tourism boards in the fight against overtourism, and their advice about where to travel is increasingly valuable.
Renewed LGBTQ Travel Is Focus of Travel Advisors But Not Destination Marketing
It's obviously tremendous for the tourism industry that LGBTQ travelers have been enthusiastic about hitting the road this summer. Imagine how much more revenue destinations could earn if they did a better job of marketing to that community.
Britain’s Travel Industry Turns Out to Protest Government Restrictions
A united front came together for a “Travel Day of Action” — but it'll take an extremely loud voice to convince policy makers to fast forward the proposed July 19 reopening date and pry open wallets for more cash handouts.
How the UK’s Reveal of 12 ‘Green Light’ Safe Travel Countries Will Drive Bookings — Just Not to U.S.
No major surprises in this latest phase of international reopening, but serious questions over the U.S.'s absence.
Nearly Half of U.S. Travelers Plan to Use Travel Advisors Post-Pandemic, Survey Shows
There’s cause for optimism for this at-risk segment of the industry, just as National Travel Advisor Day hits. Travel agencies that are quick to adapt have the potential to capture a new customer base that outlasts the travel recovery years.
Valerie Wilson Travel Agency Acquired by Frosch
Two well-known family travel agencies come under one umbrella, driven by private equity backing to grow. Expect more such deals to happen in the coming months.