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STAR Program at CruiseWorld 2026 inviting travel advisors to apply for the Select Travel Advisor Recognition Program in Fort Lauderdale

The Select Travel Advisor Recognition (STAR) Program returns November 4–6, 2026

CruiseWorld Invites Advisors to Apply for Elite STAR Program Contributed By: Mary Pat Sullivan, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Partnerships, Northstar Travel Group …

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TPN Chats: Luxury Villa Travel and the Power of Personalization with with Willie Fernandez of Rental Escapes and Andy Ogg

May, 2026 – In this episode of TPN Chat, Andy Ogg sits down with Willie Fernandez, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Rental Escapes, for…

Narmin and Naushad Kermally featured in a Dream Vacations growth story, sharing how focus and community helped grow their travel business.

How One Couple Built More Momentum in Their Travel Business

A Look at the Focus, Connection, and Community Behind the Kermallys’ Dream Vacations Growth. Contributed By: Dream Vacations For many travel professionals, building…

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A Year of Real-World Experience: How Dugan’s Travels Supported Agents

A look at how hands-on education, supplier access, and community shaped agent growth in 2025—and what continues into 2026 Contributed By: Dugan’s Travels …

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Travel Advisor Marketing: How Short-Form Video Battles the Failing Attention Span Today

How shrinking attention spans and short-form video are forcing travel marketers to rethink everything Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Founder and Co-Owner – Travel Professional…

Luxury beachfront villa in Turks and Caicos during the best time to go to Turks and Caicos with calm turquoise seas

When Is the Best Time to Go to Turks and Caicos? A 2026 Luxury Villa Guide

From calm seas to festive glamour, discover when Turks & Caicos delivers its most exceptional villa stays Contributed By: Rental Escapes When you’re…

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Host Travel Agency Resource and Tool Undergoes Complete Reimagining with Addition of Proprietary AI

FindaHostTravelAgency.com Debuts Entirely New Website with Sole Focus of Connecting Travel Advisors to the Right Host Travel Agency January 15th, 2026 – Peoria, AZ…

Sandals Resorts all-inclusive luxury experience in the southern Caribbean

Ultimate All-Inclusives – Sandals Resorts in Grenada, Saint Vincent and Antigua

A closer look at Sandals’ newer southern Caribbean resorts—where secluded islands, elevated accommodations, and all-inclusive luxury shine Written By: Geoff Millar, Owner – Ultimate…

Infographic introducing the challenges of the MLM business model in the travel industry and whether travel multi-level marketing is a trustworthy business opportunity.

MLM’s (Multi Level Marketing) and the Travel Industry

How Does the MLM Business Model fit, work and exist in the Travel Industry? Written By: Tom Ogg, Co-Owner – TravelProfessionalNEWS.com MLM’s have…

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