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Articles tagged “travel advisors”

Coronavirus

Don’t Discount the Resiliency of Asia’s Vital Travel Industry and Its Smaller Players

A greater appreciation of travel and its many segments could be a positive outcome of the coronavirus pandemic. But until the storm blows over, many small businesses in the Asian tourism industry are facing survival threats.

Xinyi Liang-Pholsena, Skift | 4 years ago

Don’t Discount the Resiliency of Asia’s Vital Travel Industry and Its Smaller Players

Business Travel

Travel Advisors Field Cruise Concerns as Coronavirus Outbreak Spreads

The coronavirus is wreaking havoc on the cruise industry, with travel advisors caught in the middle as they deal with cancellations and questions from worried clients that are difficult to answer. Among the most troublesome aspects is the uncertainty of how long the crisis will last and how much worse it may get.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 4 years ago

Travel Advisors Field Cruise Concerns as Coronavirus Outbreak Spreads

Coronavirus

Cruise Lines Relax Cancellation Policies, Hold the Line on Coronavirus-Related Discounts

While dealt a blow by coronavirus, the cruise industry is managing to hold the line on pricing, at least for now. The long-term impact of the crisis remains to be seen, but the cruise industry has weathered many others in the past.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 4 years ago

Cruise Lines Relax Cancellation Policies, Hold the Line on Coronavirus-Related Discounts

Business Travel

Travel Advisors Face Daunting Cruise Business Shake-Up From Coronavirus

The coronavirus is dealing a blow to travel in general, but ship quarantines and other factors may be making cruise especially vulnerable. Travel advisors are scurrying to chart the best way forward for their worried clients.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 4 years ago

Travel Advisors Face Daunting Cruise Business Shake-Up From Coronavirus

Business Travel

Travel Advisors Work to Make Once Elusive Round-the-World Trips a Reality

Sabbatical travel is in the spotlight, but is a year-long trip around the globe feasible for a family? A couple? Two travel advisors set out for a string of faraway places, showing clients and friends that it can be done.

Linda Humphrey, Skift | 4 years ago

Travel Advisors Work to Make Once Elusive Round-the-World Trips a Reality

Business Travel

Travel Advisors See Advantages of Cruise Lines Expanding Scope of Private Islands

Just as they've focused on building bigger and more elaborate ships, cruise lines are now seeking to outdo one another with private islands. MSC Cruises' eco-conscious approach is commendable, but will it resonate with passengers?

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 4 years ago

Travel Advisors See Advantages of Cruise Lines Expanding Scope of Private Islands

Business Travel

Coronavirus Puts Travel Advisors to the Test

Confusion and fears surrounding the coronavirus are putting travelers on edge and travel advisors in a difficult spot. Travel advisors can present the facts but should not try to influence cancellation decisions.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 4 years ago

Coronavirus Puts Travel Advisors to the Test

Online Travel

Online Travel Agency On the Beach Sees a Blessing and Curse From Thomas Cook’s Demise

On the Beach's purchase of Classic Collection Holidays now looks like a strategic masterstroke in light of the collapse of Thomas Cook. Brick-and-mortar travel agents in the United Kingdom lost a holiday supplier, and the company has a ready-made alternative on offer.

Patrick Whyte, Skift | 4 years ago

Online Travel Agency On the Beach Sees a Blessing and Curse From Thomas Cook’s Demise

Business Travel

Travel Leaders Group Aims to Accelerate UK Growth After Thomas Cook Collapse

With one of the biggest names in UK travel exiting the market, there's space for other travel firms to pick up some of the travel demand. It's not going to be easy with plenty of Brexit uncertainty in the market as well as lots of competition.

Patrick Whyte, Skift | 4 years ago

Travel Leaders Group Aims to Accelerate UK Growth After Thomas Cook Collapse

Business Travel

Greta Effect Felt on Climate Talk at Ensemble Travel Group Conference

Sustainable travel was the overriding theme at Ensemble Travel Group's 2019 International Conference, which CEO David Harris called the most important issue facing travel advisors and their clients. The importance of capturing sales data and strong alliances with travel industry organizations also emerged as top priorities.

Maria Lenhart, Skift | 5 years ago

Greta Effect Felt on Climate Talk at Ensemble Travel Group Conference