ALG Vacations Reports Success With ALGVPro Travel Advisor Certification Program

ALG Vacations (ALGV) is reporting success 18 months after launching its ALGVPro certification program; the initiative now has more than 12,000 graduates. ALGVPro-certified advisors statistically outperform non-certified advisors, according to a press release from ALGV, booking 10% more on average. These advisors also sell more Travel Protection Plus, Exclusive Nonstop Vacation Flights, and higher-value, luxury […]

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U.S. State Department issues worldwide travel alert

The U.S. State Department issued a worldwide cautionary alert late last week for any Americans traveling outside of the country. In the alert, issued May 17, the department warned U.S. citizens traveling overseas to “exercise increased caution,” due to the possibility of “terrorist attacks, demonstrations, or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests.” In particular, […]

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Singapore Airlines flight – latest: Turbulence leaves 20 still in intensive care as Brit who died named as Geoffrey Kitchen

Damage inside Singapore Airlines flight after British man dies following severe turbulence Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Twenty passengers injured when a Singapore Airlines flight from Heathrow Airport was hit by severe turbulence remain in intensive care, including six Britons, a […]

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LCVC hosts Familiarity Tour for travel agents | Local

LCVC hosts Familiarity Tour for travel agents | Local | kadn.com We recognize you are attempting to access this website from a country belonging to the European Economic Area (EEA) including the EU which enforces the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and therefore access cannot be granted at this time. For any issues, contact news@kadn.com […]

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Mars partners with Tripadvisor to create better pet travel experiences

Adapted from a press release. Mars Inc. announces a partnership with Tripadvisor, kicking off in the U.S. market with plans for future global expansion. According to Mars, through a new cobranded digital hub, consumers will be inspired by and connected to pet-friendly communities across Tripadvisor’s platform, while businesses will be encouraged to realize the cultural, […]

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India’s global travel & tourism index rank up at 39th: WEF index

India’s rank on the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index 2024 has risen to 39th place, with global tourism activities returning to pre-pandemic levels, the annual report showed on Tuesday. While the US topped the list, India is ranked highest in South Asia and among the lower-middle-income economies, the WEF said. India was […]

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