Destinations Emerging Onto the Spotlight in 2026

Destinations Emerging Onto the Spotlight in 2026 by Lacey Pfalz Credit: Mazur Travel / Adobe Stock Credit: Mazur Travel / Adobe Stock Destinations Emerging Onto the Spotlight in 2026 As the New Year rolls into view, let’s take a look at some destinations that seem ready to emerge onto the global tourism scene as everyone’s…

Thinking About Becoming a Travel Advisor? What You Need to Know

by Janeen Christoff Last updated: 7:20 AM ET, Mon January 19, 2026 There has never been a greater need for travel advisors—even with the growth of artificial intelligence-based travel technology and more younger, tech-savvy travelers than ever before.  While travel is more complex than it was in pre-pandemic times, with the added complications of AI,…

Brightline Announces Key Leadership Changes

by Patrick Clarke Last updated: 8:35 AM ET, Wed January 14, 2026 WHY IT RATES: The popular train company will look to grow in 2026 with a CEO and CFO at the helm.—Patrick Clarke, TravelPulse Senior Editor Brightline Trains today announced the appointment of rail industry veteran Nicolas Petrovic as chief executive officer of Brightline Holdings…

Consortia Leaders’ Predictions: The 2026 Global Forecast for Travel

by Mark Chesnut Last updated: 5:00 PM ET, Wed December 17, 2025 This article originally appeared in the December issue of AGENTatHOME magazine. Subscribe here to receive your free copy each month. The global travel industry has fully recovered from pandemic-era challenges and is expected to approach $1.8 trillion in gross bookings by 2027 — at…

Consortia Leaders’ Predictions: The 2026 Global Forecast for Travel

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