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ASTA tackling issue with virtual credit cards"If the virtual card transaction doesn't go through or the traveler doesn't have a personal card to use to pay the bill, he or...

A lantern-floating ceremony draws a crowd at Ala Moana Beach Park in Honolulu.

Destinations urged to take heed when tourists overwhelm localsThere are no easy solutions to managing or getting ahead of overtourism, but one crucial step is measuring the pulse of the...

Active/adventure the most popular travel agent specialty

Active/adventure the most popular travel agent specialtyTravel Leaders Group released the results of its latest trends survey in conjunction with a luxury-focused trade show in...

Travel firms collaborate on biometrics project

Travel firms collaborate on biometrics projectThe World Travel & Tourism Council -- along with American Airlines, Hilton and others -- are testing the ability for travelers...

Visit Britain unveils U.S. advisory council at Austin eventMembers of the group include Gavin Landry of VisitBritain, Chuck Imhof of Delta Air Lines, Stephen McGillivray of Travel...

Sabre's Q3 bookings swell

Sabre's Q3 bookings swellBookings were up 7.7% worldwide, 8% in North America.

The Haven offers an exclusive experience on Norwegian Cruise Line ships.

Ensemble: Demand high for customized vacations"The customized bucket-list adventures that used to be 'once in a lifetime' have now become 'as often as I can,'" said Ensemble...

Australia promoting destination via agent contestTourism Australia is asking agents who are Aussie Specialists to apply for the chance to be named one of two Australian...

Travel agencies cash in as airlines send commissions soaring

Travel agencies cash in as airlines send commissions soaringThe legacy U.S. airlines, most notably United, are paying out substantially more in commissions than they were just a couple of...

Doctours offers agents healthy income from medical tourismThe startup connects patients with doctors and clinics abroad for medical procedures. It pays agents 5% commission when a...