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The Islands of Flavor: Gastronomy Across the Balearic and Canary Islands By Turespaña Spain’s islands are home to some of the country’s most distinctive culinary traditions. From the Mediterranean flavors of the Balearic Islands to the volcanic cuisine of the Canary Islands, gastronomy here is deeply connected to the landscape, the sea and centuries of island life.  […]

Solo, Not Unprepared: A Practical Guide for Traveling Alone By: Kathleen A. De Riso, Vice President, Travel Services, Crum & Forster  There’s something uniquely freeing about traveling solo. No coordinating schedules. No compromises on what to see or where to go. Just you, your itinerary, and the open road ahead.  It’s no surprise solo travel continues to rise. More travelers are choosing […]

Lessons from Anchorage: 5 Years of SIR and a Growing Commitment to Responsible Tourism  By Molly Lacob, USTOA Global Social Impact Manager Each year after returning from the annual Sustainability is Responsibility (SIR) summit, there is a sense of momentum amongst the USTOA community that reminds us why we fell in love with Travel and Tourism in the […]