Author: Nova Ray

TICO Advisory Councils Open Applications for Enhanced Consumer Protection The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) has launched applications for its advisory councils, offering a chance for industry experts and consumers to contribute to regulatory developments. With a focus on strengthening consumer protection, TICO invites applications for the Industry Advisory Council (IAC) and Consumer Advisory Council (CAC), central to shaping travel industry regulations in Ontario, Canada. The creation of the TICO advisory councils is a strategic move to incorporate insights and collaboration from consumer representatives and industry professionals. These councils, meeting up to four times a year, aim to provide…

Collette Legal Strategy Event Empowers Travel Advisors Collette is making waves in the travel industry with an innovative initiative aimed at enhancing the legal knowledge of travel advisors. On May 12, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., Collette will host its ‘Selling Strategies: A Legal Checkup for Travel Advisors,’ a virtual event designed to navigate the complex legal risks inherent in the travel advisory sector. This comprehensive legal strategy workshop promises to equip advisors with effective tools to mitigate potential pitfalls, ensuring their businesses not only survive but thrive in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. The timing of this legal strategy workshop…

Viking Expedition Cruises Opens 2028-2029 Bookings for Arctic and Antarctic Adventures Viking has opened bookings for its highly anticipated 2028–2029 expedition cruises, offering adventure seekers unparalleled access to some of the world’s most remote and pristine destinations. The expanded program features exclusive itineraries spanning the Arctic, Antarctica, and the Great Lakes, with newly released departure dates across Viking’s most popular expedition routes. This significant expansion represents the cruise line’s commitment to providing immersive educational experiences in Earth’s most extraordinary wilderness areas. These expedition cruises will sail aboard Viking’s state-of-the-art vessels, the Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris, both engineered specifically for…

Oceania Cruises is making waves in the luxury cruise industry with a groundbreaking policy shift that promises to transform how travel advisors engage with high-end cruise bookings. The premium cruise line has announced the complete elimination of non-commissionable fares, a move that will significantly enhance advisor earning potential while reinforcing the company’s commitment to partner success.Revolutionary Non-Commissionable Fares Policy ChangeStarting with Oceania’s Summer 2028 sailings and continuing through 2029, the non-commissionable fares elimination will apply to both seasonal voyages and the line’s prestigious Around the World journeys. According to Nathan Hickman, Chief Sales Officer of Oceania Cruises, this strategic decision…

Ensemble Horizons Conference Unveils Golden Opportunities in Las VegasThe Ensemble Horizons conference commenced with enthusiasm on May 4 at the elegant Resorts World Las Vegas, marking a pivotal event for over 1,000 travel advisors and industry partners. Touted as a ‘Golden Opportunity’, this event aimed to provide attendees with invaluable insights and critical connections in the ever-evolving travel sector, positioning travel advisors at the forefront of industry recovery and growth.A Vibrant Opening at the Las Vegas Travel ConferenceThe opening day was a spectacle of colors and rhythms, initiated by an enchanting dance performance that set a lively tone for this…

Moab Travel Webinar Unveils Utah’s Ultimate Adventure GatewayIn a landmark event for the travel industry, a comprehensive Moab travel webinar is set to showcase this Utah town’s spectacular attractions to a global audience of tourism professionals. Scheduled for Thursday, May 7, at 2 p.m. ET, the educational event is spearheaded by Alison Harford, the Assistant Marketing Director for the Moab Office of Tourism, who brings extensive expertise in destination marketing and outdoor recreation promotion.This highly anticipated Moab travel webinar serves as an invitation to explore Moab’s role as Utah’s premier adventure gateway, offering travel advisors essential insights into one of…

Airlines Cancel 13,000 Flights as Jet Fuel Prices Double Amid Crisis The global aviation industry faces unprecedented turbulence as flight cancellations reach crisis levels, with airlines announcing the elimination of over 13,000 flights due to soaring jet fuel costs. This dramatic development stems from ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have caused fuel prices to skyrocket from US$831 per tonne in February to a staggering US$1,838 per tonne by early April—more than doubling operational costs for carriers worldwide. The massive scale of these flight cancellations threatens to disrupt travel plans for approximately two million passengers during what was…

Nobu Woolfox Hotel Opening: A New English Countryside Retreat The hospitality world is buzzing with excitement as Nobu Hospitality announces its groundbreaking venture into the English countryside with the Nobu Woolfox hotel opening in Rutland, England. This unprecedented move marks the first time the renowned Japanese hospitality brand has departed from its signature urban settings, choosing instead to embrace the rolling hills and pastoral beauty of rural England. Set within a magnificent 185-acre estate known as Woolfox, this luxury retreat represents a bold evolution in the brand’s portfolio, combining Nobu’s legendary sophistication with the timeless charm of the English countryside.…

Lufthansa Future Onboard Experience: Revolutionizing Long-Haul TravelLufthansa is set to redefine the landscape of long-haul travel with its highly anticipated Future Onboard Experience (FOX) launching on May 6. This groundbreaking initiative represents one of the airline’s most ambitious investments to date, aimed at revolutionizing the premium airline onboard experience for passengers on Lufthansa long-haul flights. The Future Onboard Experience program covers all travel classes, introducing enhanced personalization, comfort, and unique Signature Moments, ensuring passengers have an outstanding journey from departure to arrival.A Strategic Investment in Premium Service ExcellenceCelebrating its 100th anniversary, Lufthansa is eager to strengthen its position as Europe’s…

MSC Cruises Unveils $450 Million Terminal on Grand Bahama Island In a significant move set to reshape the Bahamian cruise industry, MSC Cruises has revealed plans for a substantial investment in a cutting-edge new cruise terminal on Grand Bahama Island. This ambitious $450 million project, crafted in collaboration with Bahamian authorities, is predicted to greatly increase the island’s capability to host cruise ships, establishing it as a premier cruise destination in the Caribbean region. Strategic Location and Enhanced Capacity The state-of-the-art MSC Cruises terminal will be built at Freeport Harbor, a key location where space constraints previously limited the harbor…