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Backroads Executives Talk Growth, Shoulder Seasons, and the Evolution of Luxury Active Travel
Backroads Executives Talk Growth, Shoulder Seasons, and the Evolution of Luxury Active Travel

TMR sat down with Avery Hale Smith, chief experience officer at Backroads, to discuss how the adventure segment is changing.

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New Opening: Raffles The Red Sea
Hotels & Resorts
New Opening: Raffles The Red Sea

The new hotel opens as Saudi Arabia’s Shura Island is developing as a luxury tourism destination.

New Opening: Raffles The Red Sea
VIVA Opens 2028 River Cruise Season for Bookings
River Cruise
VIVA Opens 2028 River Cruise Season for Bookings

The 2028 season will feature an expanded program of 325 sailings, with new itineraries and more theme cruises.

VIVA Opens 2028 River Cruise Season for Bookings
For Scenic Group, More Ships Mean More Opportunities for Travel Advisors
Cruises
For Scenic Group, More Ships Mean More Opportunities for Travel Advisors

Three Scenic executives discuss North America’s role in its growth, upcoming fleet expansion, and expanded travel advisor support.

For Scenic Group, More Ships Mean More Opportunities for Travel Advisors
Riverside Luxury Cruises Unveils 2028 Itineraries, Debut of Riverside Mahler
River Cruise
Riverside Luxury Cruises Unveils 2028 Itineraries, Debut of Riverside Mahler

New itineraries for 2028 include 10 Budapest–Regensburg sailings, along with two Dutch Waterways itineraries, and more.

Riverside Luxury Cruises Unveils 2028 Itineraries, Debut of Riverside Mahler
A&K Sanctuary Unveils Culinary Details for New Egypt Riverboat
River Cruise
A&K Sanctuary Unveils Culinary Details for New Egypt Riverboat

From live cooking stations and tasting menus to street food evenings, every dining experience tells the story of the Nile.

A&K Sanctuary Unveils Culinary Details for New Egypt Riverboat
Princess Cruises Raises Prices on Princess Plus/Premier Packages & Wi-Fi Plans
Cruises
Princess Cruises Raises Prices on Princess Plus/Premier Packages & Wi-Fi Plans

Both packages are $5 per person, per day more expensive on all ships except Sun and Star Princess, which went up by $10.

Princess Cruises Raises Prices on Princess Plus/Premier Packages & Wi-Fi Plans
United Overhauls MileagePlus: Eliminates Flight Segments and Raises the Bar for Premier 1K
Air
United Overhauls MileagePlus: Eliminates Flight Segments and Raises the Bar for Premier 1K

Beginning January 1, 2027, United will officially eliminate Premier Qualifying Flights.

United Overhauls MileagePlus: Eliminates Flight Segments and Raises the Bar for Premier 1K
Travel Guard Launches Accessible Travel Safety Microsite
Retail Strategies
Travel Guard Launches Accessible Travel Safety Microsite

The site brings together expert guidance and practical resources on accessible transportation, accommodations, and destinations.

Travel Guard Launches Accessible Travel Safety Microsite
Intrepid Travel Adds More than 80 New Tours for 2027
Packaged Travel
Intrepid Travel Adds More than 80 New Tours for 2027

The expanded portfolio includes 50 new destinations.

Intrepid Travel Adds More than 80 New Tours for 2027
Two Wyndham All-Inclusive Resorts Debut Adult-Only Concepts
Hotels & Resorts
Two Wyndham All-Inclusive Resorts Debut Adult-Only Concepts

These Dominican Republic properties now offer elevated experiences exclusively for adults.

Two Wyndham All-Inclusive Resorts Debut Adult-Only Concepts
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How Travel Advisors Play an Important Role in Facilitating Respectful Tourism Around the Globe

In honor of today’s official Indigenous Peoples’ Day, travel advisors have an opportunity to take a moment to think about the role they play in helping clients travel respectfully.

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