Travel Professional NEWS

12/09/2025

We all wear many hats as travel advisors… but which one is your A+ hat? 🎩

In his latest article, Scott Koepf of reminds us that success comes from amplifying our strengths—not obsessing over every flaw.

Whether your strength is sales, marketing, advising, or entrepreneurship, leaning into what you do best can change everything.

A powerful reminder for anyone building their travel business. 🙌
🔗 https://travelprofessionalnews.com/focus-on-your-best-not-the-rest-simply-sales-with-scott/

Discover why successful travel advisors thrive by focusing on their strongest skills. Learn how prioritizing your top “hat” can drive growth, clarity, and long-term success.

12/09/2025

🌊 WAVE SEASON ALERT! Riviera Travel just dropped their BIGGEST booking bonuses EVER and it's a game-changer for travel advisors! We're talking double-entry prizes, 50% OFF departures, airfare credits, AND complimentary hotel stays - this is your chance to maximize earnings while delivering incredible value to your clients! Don't miss out on these limited-time promotions that'll supercharge your bookings this wave season! 🚢✨ Read more: [link]

From double-entry prize incentives to half-off departures, airfare credits, and complimentary hotel stays, Riviera’s new wave season lineup empowers advisors to earn more, book more, and deliver unmatched value to their clients.   Riviera Travel is kicking off wave season with one of its most rob...

12/09/2025

🔔 TODAY!!
Webinar: Roam by Tauck: Modern Journeys to Indulge, Explore & Recharge — Your Way
🗓️ When: Tue, Dec 9, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM MST
🔗 Where: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8917674170173712221

Introducing — designed for travelers seeking more flexibility, individuality, and style while enjoying Tauck’s legendary service and peace of mind.

Join Jennifer Hunter, Business Development Manager for Roam, for an exclusive session and learn how to:
✔️ Position Roam to attract a new generation of guests
✔️ Explore 2026 itineraries available for booking now
✔️ Confidently sell Roam using new sales tools and messaging
✔️ Offer curated experiences with the freedom for clients to personalize their journey

🎁 BONUS: One Lucky Attendee will win a $50 Amazon Gift Card, courtesy of Travel Professional NEWS!

Reserve your spot today and be ready to showcase Roam as the next evolution of Tauck travel — elevated, effortless, and built for today’s traveler.

🔗 Register Here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8917674170173712221

12/09/2025

🎬✨ The world's most captivating tourism videos just took center stage in Guimarães, Portugal! The 37th World Tourism Film Awards honored 32 spectacular films from 17 countries, showcasing the power of visual storytelling in travel marketing. From breathtaking destinations to immersive cultural experiences, these award-winning videos are setting new standards for how we inspire wanderlust and connect travelers with their dream destinations. Travel agents, these are the trends and creative approaches that will help you sell experiences in 2025 and beyond! 🌍🏆

Major global tourism brands honored at the World Tourism Film Awards for this year’s most impactful videos.   Guimarães, Portugal – December 5, 2025 — The 37th World Tourism Film Awards brought the global spotlight to Guimarães, Portugal, where 32 outstanding tourism videos from 17 countrie...

12/08/2025

🌟 BIG NEWS for your luxury-seeking clients! Royalton just unveiled their game-changing Vessence concept in CANCUN - an adults-only paradise where art, design, and mindful experiences collide! Following Barbados' incredible success, this culture-inspired resort promises to redefine what your clients expect from their Mexican getaway with immersive sensory connections and forward-thinking hospitality that's already creating major buzz! 🎨✨

  MICHAEL, Barbados, December 4, 2025 – Following the strong excitement generated by the announcement of Royalton Vessence Barbados and the remarkable reception of its forward-thinking concept, Royalton Hotels & Resorts is ready to unveil its next chapter: Royalton Vessence Cancun. This adults-or...

12/08/2025

🌟 BIG NEWS for Southeast travel agents! G Adventures just welcomed Brooke Little as their newest Global Purpose Specialist, bringing nearly a decade of expertise to serve YOU across Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee! Get ready for enhanced support, exclusive insights, and exciting opportunities to grow your adventure travel bookings with one of the industry's most innovative tour operators! 🚀✈️

December 4, 2025 – The G Adventures sales team is growing again, with the appointment of Brooke Little as the community tourism pioneer’s newest Global Purpose Specialist (GPS), covering the Southeastern US territory which includes Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nor...

12/08/2025

🏰✨ EXCITING NEWS for your luxury clients! The Oberoi Group just unveiled The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace in Khajuraho - a stunning 350-year-old palace transformed into an ultra-luxe heritage property! Set on 76 acres with a pristine natural lake, this architectural masterpiece promises to be THE destination for travelers seeking authentic Indian palace experiences combined with world-class Oberoi hospitality. Your clients will be among the first to experience this incredible blend of history, nature, and luxury when it opens in November 2025! 🌟

An exquisite 350-year-old palace reborn as a global destination for heritage, nature, and timeless Oberoi hospitality   Thursday, 27 November 2025 – The Oberoi Group is pleased to announce the opening of The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, Khajuraho, a meticulously restored 350-year-old architectural jewe...

12/08/2025

📢 NEW WEBINAR TOMORROW!!
Webinar: Roam by Tauck: Modern Journeys to Indulge, Explore & Recharge — Your Way
🗓️ When: Tue, Dec 9, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM MST
🔗 Where: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8917674170173712221

Introducing — designed for travelers seeking more flexibility, individuality, and style while enjoying Tauck’s legendary service and peace of mind.

Join Jennifer Hunter, Business Development Manager for Roam, for an exclusive session and learn how to:
✔️ Position Roam to attract a new generation of guests
✔️ Explore 2026 itineraries available for booking now
✔️ Confidently sell Roam using new sales tools and messaging
✔️ Offer curated experiences with the freedom for clients to personalize their journey

🎁 BONUS: One Lucky Attendee will win a $50 Amazon Gift Card, courtesy of Travel Professional NEWS!

Reserve your spot today and be ready to showcase Roam as the next evolution of Tauck travel — elevated, effortless, and built for today’s traveler.

🔗 Register Here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8917674170173712221

12/06/2025

💻 Our latest article breaks down how AI is reshaping marketing, booking, client service, and luxury travel — plus the tools pros are already using to work smarter, not harder. 📈

🚨 If you want to lead in 2026, don’t skip this one.

🔗 https://travelprofessionalnews.com/elevate-your-travel-agency-with-ai-marketing-strategies/

12/05/2025

🚢 BIG NEWS for Midwest travel agents! Riviera Travel just appointed Lisa Ertmann as Regional Sales Director for the Upper Midwest, signaling major expansion opportunities for ultra-premium river cruises, ocean yachts, and luxury land tours! With over 40 years of excellence, Riviera is bringing more support and resources to help you book those dream vacations your clients are craving. Get ready to elevate your luxury travel offerings! 🌟

Ertmann to Support Upper Midwest Region as Brand Continues North America Expansion Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – (December 4, 2025) – Riviera Travel, the leader in ultra-premium river cruise, ocean yachts, and land global travel for more than 40 years, today announced the appointment of Lisa Ertmann a...

12/05/2025

🚀 BIG NEWS for travel advisors! Dream Vacations/CruiseOne just dropped their 2026 training calendar and it's PACKED with game-changing opportunities! From cutting-edge tools to immersive learning experiences tailored for every business stage, they're taking advisor education to the NEXT LEVEL! Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, these award-winning programs are designed to supercharge your success and help you deliver unforgettable experiences for your clients! 🌟 Don't miss out on what's coming – click to discover how you can elevate your travel business in 2026!

Travel advisors gain smarter tools, innovative programs, and immersive learning opportunities tailored to every stage of their business Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (December 4, 2025) – Building on the momentum of its 2025 National Conference, Dream Vacations/CruiseOne is accelerating its commitment to t...