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Discussion:
Amadeus Identifies Six Top Travel Trends for 2022
Travel tech takes the stage at Phocuswright
Domestic Travel Is Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Tips for Planning Multigenerational Family Vacations

As heard on Excess Baggage:
WTTC Introduces a Roadmap to Aid the Tourism Industry in Battling Climate Change
Jamaica aims for a near-record tourism year in 2022
Azamara will offer a world cruise
Southwest Airlines Agent Hospitalized After Alleged Assault by Passenger
Port Canaveral Back at Full Capacity
Carnival Pride Restarts Cruising From the Port of Tampa Bay to Caribbean
Royal Caribbean's New Odyssey of the Seas Is Christened at Port Everglades, FL
An Early Look at the Best Black Friday Travel Deals
Cuba to Welcome Back International Travelers

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As heard on Excess Baggage:
The U.S. Officially Reopens to International Travelers Today
The Newest Margaritaville Resort in the Dominican Republic Is Now Open
CDC Reports Number of COVID-19 Cases on US Cruise Ships From Past Four Months
As the United States' Reopening Draws Near, Travel Stocks Soar
Alaska travel companies optimistic as they prepare for 2022 comeback
2 dead in shootout near Riviera Maya resorts
Airport Wait Times Likely to Climb as U.S. Reopens to International Travel
Argentina Begins Welcoming Fully Vaccinated Foreign Travelers

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Discussion:
Travel agencies find ways to navigate Covid complexities
Unvaccinated Americans Returning to U.S. Will Have to be COVID Tested Within 24 Hours of Travel
Delta opening PreCheck lobby with facial-recognition tech in Atlanta
For Travel Advisors, Minimizing Client Pain Points Is Winning Formula
CLIA Responds to CDC’s Conditional Sailing Order Extension
How to Mitigate Risks While Traveling

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Dreams Cozumel Cape Resort to open early next year
Barbados drops quarantine rule for vaxxed visitors
Puerto Vallarta Targeting Millennial Travelers
Norwegian Cruise Line Returns to Sailing From Los Angeles
Insight Vacations Adds Sustainable Experiences to 2022-2023 Tours
Avanti Launches New Travel Advisor Website
JetBlue Beats Earnings Predictions for Third Quarter
International Flight Bookings to the US Continue to Rise

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Discussion:
Thinking of Selling Yacht Charters? This Tour Operator Wants to Partner With Travel Advisors
We Reviewed the CDC-Approved COVID Home Tests for International Travel—Here’s What to Know
The Best Travel Plan This Holiday Season: A Backup Plan

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Royal Caribbean Announces First-Ever World Cruise
United says 2022 international capacity will exceed 2019 by 10%
Lindblad Expeditions acquires Classic Journeys
Hawaii’s Gov. David Ige Says State Is Once Again Ready to Welcome Tourists
Nominations for Travel Agent's 30Under30 of 2021 Are Now Open
Royal Caribbean Doubles Down With Support For Travel Advisors
Holland America Line’s Rotterdam Departs on Maiden Voyage
CDC Issues Updated COVID-19 Guidance for Holiday Travel
India Reopens to Vaccinated Travelers

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Discussion:
Editorial: The Travel Industry Should Focus on Recruiting New Agents
Top Family Resorts in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit
Greece Earns Praise for Safe Reopening, Strong Travel Rebound

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Southwest Cancels Thousands of Flights Citing ‘Weather and Other External Constraints’
The Beacon: Your Travel Industry Legislation Lookout
Eurail Announces New Distribution Platform
Caribbean Arrivals Rebound Outpacing Global Destinations
Hawaii extends mask mandate, travel protocols
U.S. will reopen Canada and Mexico land borders in November
St. Regis Hotels Plans To Double Global Resort Portfolio Over Next Five Years
Fiji to Reopen to Vaccinated U.S. Travelers in 2021
Singapore Reopens to Vaccinated Travelers

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Discussion:
Online giants ramp up marketing spend
Here Are the Top Holiday Travel Destinations for Thanksgiving and Christmas
UNWTO: Vaccinations and Clear Regulations Will Restart International Travel

As heard on Excess Baggage:
More Carnival Cruise Line Ships Get Restart Dates
Wyndham Partners With Playa Resorts for New All-Inclusive Brand
Blue Diamond properties officially join Marriott's Autograph Collection
Australia won't welcome foreign tourists until at least 2022
Virgin Voyages embarks on first cruise from a U.S. port
Jamaica To Welcome Additional Cruise Lines in November
The Travel Institute Sees Significant Growth in New Agent Training Applications
Travel Insured Launches New Cruise Travel Protection Plan
The Cost of TSA PreCheck Renewal Just Dropped

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Discussion:
Cruise line changed vax policy? Be prepared with Covid disclaimer
5 Conversation Starters to Get Your Clients Cruising Again
Guanajuato, Mexico Has the Ideal Setting for Your Fairytale Wedding
US Reentry Gets Tougher for Unvaccinated Travelers Under New Policy
American Express survey shows wellness travel still going strong
Travel Advisors See Robust Outlook for Multigenerational Travel

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Alexa with mouse ears? Disney, Amazon unveil custom voice assistant
Seabourn Encore will resume cruising earlier than scheduled
A new name for American Queen Steamboat Co.
United Airlines Expands Service to South Africa
Atlas Ocean Voyages Delivers Greater Peace of Mind With New Atlas Assurance
Which Cruise Lines Require COVID-19 Vaccinations?
Emerald Cruises to Expand Yacht Fleet with Second Superyacht
Carnival Corporation Plans to Have 50% of Fleet Back by October
Stats: 88% of Families Are Likely to Travel in Next 12 Months

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Discussion:
Research Shows Travelers Settling Into New Normal
Need to Know Research: Are New Travel Advisors Entering the Industry?
Tour Operators Scramble After EU’s Decision to Remove U.S. From Its Safe List

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Cruise bookings decelerate but prices are holding for now
Celebrity Edge headed for Australia in late 2023
Pandemic Prompts More Americans To Buy Travel Insurance
Royal Caribbean Receives Approval to Build New Italy Cruise Terminal
Despite Pandemic, GTM West Attendees Came Ready to Do Business
International Travel Restrictions Are Loosening — What Happens Next?
The Justice Department is Suing to Stop American Airlines-JetBlue Partnership
Cruise Lines Accept At-Home COVID-19 Tests that Deliver Results in 15 Minutes
Carnival First to Resume Sailings From Port Of New Orleans
Netherlands Drops Quarantine for Vaccinated U.S. Travelers

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Discussion:
Editorial: Travel Advisors Continue to Prove Their Value During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Advisors find subscription model boosts stability and loyalty

As heard on Excess Baggage:
Miami International Becomes First U.S. Airport to Use COVID Sniffing Dogs
Austria Will Now Require Unvaccinated U.S. Travelers to Quarantine
New Tool, ‘Lucia by TripKit,’ Aims to Elevate Client Itineraries
American Melody Is Now Sailing the Mississippi River
France requiring unvaccinated Americans to self-isolate for 7 days
Sandals is offering Covid-19 vacation assurance
Carnival Re-Starts Cruises Out of Baltimore
Welcome to AMR Collection's Newest Punta Mita Properties
Black Travel Alliance Launches “History Of Black Travel” Website
Portugal to Remain Open to All American Travelers

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Discussion:

75% of Americans Would Choose Travel Advisors Over Computers, Survey Finds

Gen X, Millennial or Gen Z: New Insights on Generational Travel Differences

EU drops U.S. from list of COVID-safe countries for travel

As heard on Excess Baggage:

CDC Issues New Guidance for Labor Day Travel

Tourists Visiting Honolulu Will Face New Hurdles During Their Stay

Italy tightens Covid-19 protocols for American visitors

AmaSiena christened in Germany

Colombia Declares Cruise Season "Open"

This Week In Cruise Recovery: World Cruises Axed, New Vaccine Mandate

Puerto Vallarta Ready To Host Visitors Following Hurricane Nora

Anguilla Eases Visitor Quarantine Requirements

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