South African Airways chooses a North America sales agent

South African Airways (SAA) has entered a strategic partnership with Discover the World, which will become the airline’s general sales agent in North America. The move is designed to boost the airline’s revenue in North America by enhancing its visibility […]

Simon Calder issues urgent warning of ‘serious disruption’

Simon Calder talks about failure of UK air traffic control computer system Travel expert Simon Calder has warned British tourists they are in for “serious disruption” following a technical fault with air traffic control. Air traffic controllers across the country […]

These advisors Aspire to collaborate

In its first three years, Aspire Associates Group, an alliance of independently owned travel agencies, has tripled in size to 18 members. The luxury-focused group is aimed squarely at connecting boutique agencies and using their collective expertise in travel and […]

Matca opening in Romania's Transylvania region

The hotel Matca, set to open late October in Simon, Romania, will feature 16 rooms and 10 villas as well as a spa and on-site restaurant. Guestrooms will be housed in two traditional Transylvanian farmhouses, each with an inner courtyard […]

Upscale all-inclusive resorts embrace elevated wristbands

When I was given a wristband during my check-in at the Margaritaville Beach Resort Cap Cana in Punta Cana this summer, I was caught a bit off guard. My visits to other upscale all-inclusives had been wristband-free, and I was […]