Virgin Voyages, owned by business magnate Sir Richard Branson, has set its sights on a unique demographic of travelers: remote workers. In response to the increasing trend of flexible work arrangements, the Miami-based cruise line has introduced an innovative month-long cruise experience called the “Scarlet Summer Season Pass.” The “Scarlet Summer Season Pass” is essentially
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The cost of reward travel at U.S. airlines has seen a significant increase since 2019, impacting the value of frequent-flyer points. According to a recent analysis by consulting firm IdeaWorks, the lowest daily average price of tickets purchased with points or miles has risen by 28% in March 2024 compared to March 2019, surpassing inflation
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In recent times, the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission have shown a renewed interest in investigating cases of potential hotel pricing collusion. This heightened scrutiny is specifically targeting how algorithmic price-fixing practices affect consumers within the hotel industry. The latest development came when the Federal Trade Commission and the DOJ filed a “statement
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The margarita has once again claimed the top spot as the best-selling cocktail of 2023 in the United States, according to exclusive data from NielsenQ (NIQ). This comes as no surprise, considering its reign as the most popular cocktail since 2015. The tequila-powered frozen or shaken concoction has captured the hearts of many drinkers over
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Stanley Tucci’s transition into the realm of beverages has been characterized as his “second act,” a description that may seem peculiar given his extensive Hollywood career. With a multitude of awards to his credit, including Emmys, Golden Globes, and an Academy Award nomination, Tucci’s foray into mixology was an unexpected turn of events that took
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In a bold move to expand its presence in the luxury lifestyle hotel market, Hilton has acquired a majority stake in Sydell Group. This strategic acquisition includes adding Sydell’s renowned NoMad brand to Hilton’s impressive portfolio. NoMad, known for its unique luxury experiences, has established hotels in prime locations such as London, New York, Los
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Travel Leaders Network recently introduced Internova SNAP, a simplified version of Sabre Red Launchpad aimed at enhancing the booking experience for travel advisors. This co-branded program, developed in collaboration with Sabre, offers a user-friendly interface within the Sabre GDS for making flight, hotel, and car rental reservations. With features like multiple price options and comparison
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Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently announced that they will be standardizing the application fees for the Global Entry, Nexus, and Sentri trusted-traveler programs starting October 1st. This change will increase the application fee for all three programs to $120, aligning the fees across the board. Previously, the fees were $100 for Global Entry, $50
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Spending time with children, especially for an extended period, can be a daunting task for many adults. The constant need for entertainment and the fear of hearing the dreaded “I’m bored,” can create a sense of pressure to constantly provide engaging activities. Now, imagine being on a cruise ship with limited space and resources to
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