10 Passport And Visa Tips For Hassle-Free Travel

Published on January 21, 2020

10 Passport and Visa Tips For Hassle-Free International Travel   By Fatemeh LeTellier, Chief Marketing Officer of Travel Document Systems and co-founder of Pinnacle Travel Documents Make sure you have at least six months validity on your US passport!  Most countries require six months validity because they don’t want any traveler to get stranded in their country […]

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15 Must-Have Food Experiences In 15 Countries

Published on December 17, 2019

15 must-have food experiences in 15 countries By Bex Shapiro of Intrepid Travel Do you love food so much that you would literally travel… for food? You’re not alone. There’s nothing more exciting (and tasty!) than eating your way through a destination. And there’s no easier way to do it than on a food tour that […]

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Warm Up to a World of Winter Travel

Published on November 27, 2019

Warm Up to a World of Winter Travel  By Tauck  If thoughts of winter leave you cold, traveling might be something you’ll warm up to. Sun-kissed islands from Cuba to Hawaii are the draw for snowbirds longing to migrate to a culturally rich tropical paradise during the winter months. Sailors will enjoy charting a course […]

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How Addiopizzo Has Changed Travel in Sicily

Published on November 22, 2019

How Addiopizzo Has Changed Travel in Sicily By Ashlea Sullivan, Brand Manager for VBT Bicycling Vacations When you arrive in Sicily as a traveler, you’re likely to be instantly charmed by welcoming locals, turquoise beaches, tantalizing cuisine, and ancient architectural gems. Sicily is breathtaking, and if it’s not on your bucket list yet it absolutely […]

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5 Reasons to Join a Walking Tour as a Solo Traveler

Published on November 15, 2019

5 Reasons to Join a Walking Tour as a Solo Traveler By Matt Thompson, Brand Manager for Country Walkers 1. Meet Like-Minded People When you choose to experience the world on foot, you’re making a conscious decision to travel authentically. Your traveling companions will share your passion for experiencing a destination up close, at a […]

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5 Reasons Why Multi-Generational Travel is Good for Families

Published on November 8, 2019

5 Reasons Why Multi-generational Travel is Good for Families By Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, President of Collette  Growing up, travel was always a significant part of my life. And that’s not just because it was the family business. I came to understand that travel was one of the ways that my family could be together to make memories, […]

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Scenic Scotland: Scotland’s Hidden Gems

Published on October 23, 2019

Scenic Scotland: Scotland’s Hidden Gems By: Chelsea Matthews, Sales & Marketing Executive with Celtic Tours World Vacations When planning a visit to an unfamiliar place, try finding uncommon areas hidden from the crowds of more popular spaces. There is something about unwinding and discovering a place which is off the beaten path so to speak, […]

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5 Must-See Places in Italy for Repeat Travelers

Published on October 18, 2019

5 Must-See Places in Italy for Repeat Travelers  By Gina Bang, Senior Manager of Inside Sales & Marketing at Avanti Destinations So, you’ve been to Rome, Florence and Venice, maybe even stayed in a villa in Tuscany or driven along the Amalfi Coast? You’ve only scratched the surface of this amazing country. In these days when […]

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What Seniors Need To Know at Airport Security

Published on October 1, 2019

What Seniors Need To Know To Get Through Airport Security Easily By Diana Cowgill of YMT Vacations    Getting through airport security can be a nuisance for anyone, but the experience can be especially stressful for seniors. The good news is that the Federal Aviation Administration has put rules in place to streamline the process for […]

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Venture to Lesser-Known Corners of the World

Published on September 1, 2019

September is Travel Together Month USTOA tour operators are taking the road less traveled and visiting emerging destinations in 2020. Check out our full round-up of new, off-the-beaten path itineraries below. Asia Abercrombie & Kent: South Korea & Japan: Cultural Legacies of the East Alexander + Roberts: Ancient Lands of the Himalayas: A Journey to […]

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