If you’re a history buff and medieval architecture and artifacts interest you, you’ll want to visit Tuscany, which contains 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites. These sites range from the entire city of Florence, home to the famous Uffizi museum, to the landscape of the Val d’Orcia with its iconic Tuscan rolling hills and evidence of […]
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Safety Protocols on Harmony of the Seas At Port Canaveral, after we dropped off our luggage with the porters, we walked up to check in with our passport, vaccination card and proof of negative PCR test. This was all outside, and masks were required as we went through this process. We were cleared to go […]
Award given at TLN’s annual conference, EDGE Maple Grove, MN (November 29, 2021) – Travel Leaders of Maple Grove was given the Agency of Excellence Award at Travel Leaders Network’s (TLN’s) annual conference EDGE. EDGE was held from October 18-21 at the Loews Royal Pacific and Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando in Orlando, FL. […]
Staying at an eco-friendly hotel or villa can go hand in hand with a luxurious vacation. You’ll find accommodations that are in harmony with the surrounding landscape, offering a chance to explore and learn about the natural world as you relax in a unique setting. From the United States to Mexico and the Caribbean, here are some of […]
If you’re planning a family vacation this summer, living history museums are a great way to combine a fun experience with a chance to learn about America’s past. Plymouth, Massachusetts, about an hour south of Boston, is the site of the first Thanksgiving and home to Plymouth Rock, where the Pilgrims landed in 1620. You can step aboard […]
When you’re on the road for business, your hotel room becomes not only your home away from home but often your office, too. So choosing the right hotel can be crucial to the success of your trip. Location is key. If you’re only going to be in town for a short time and you’re on […]
Americans are eager to start going places again, according to a recent survey of consumers conducted by Travel Leaders Network. In a nationwide poll of 2,783 past and current clients, 62 percent said they were planning to take a vacation in 2021, and one in three have already booked their next trip. When it comes to what they miss […]
If you have a trip planned this year for business or pleasure and it’s been awhile since you’ve flown, here’s some of what you can expect the next time you board a plane. First, the rule requiring masks remains in place. And it’s not a decision left up to individual airlines. Federal law requires that you wear […]
For natural beauty and the chance to really get away from it all, it’s hard to beat a trip to the mountains. To get an idea of what you can expect, here are a few examples of luxury mountain resorts in the United States and the Caribbean They’re all part of Travel Leaders’ SELECT program, where you’ll be […]
International travel has been severely curtailed as governments around the world try to prevent the spread of COVID-19. One barrier to resuming flights has been the lack of a widely accepted method for verifying the health status of travelers. Currently, the diverse testing requirements for entry to different countries, as well as the different types of tests required by […]
Culinary travel is more than just sampling new dishes — it’s a window into what makes a destination special: the history, culture and traditions. If planning a vacation that revolves around exploring new food sounds tempting to you, here are a few destinations to explore. Your Travel Leaders travel advisor will have lots of other suggestions. When you think of Chicago, […]
Whether you’re flying for business or pleasure in 2021, you can be confident that airports across the country have taken steps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, especially at crowded security checkpoints. When you get to the checkpoint, you’ll find signs and floor markings to help you keep an appropriate distance from the people […]
Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, you want to make sure that your transportation and accommodations are following stringent safety measures designed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Travel Leaders’ parent company, Internova Travel Group, is undertaking several initiatives designed to promote safety. Travel advisors have new resources at their disposal to help clients […]
BEFORE YOU LEAVE Pack food, a reusuable water bottle and hand sanitizer in your carry-on. The TSA relaxed its liquid rule for hand sanitizers and allows travelers to bring a hand sanitizer container as big as 12 ounces instead of the usual 3.4-ounce limit in their carry-on bag. AT THE AIRPORT Use your smartphone to […]
Hawaii is a bucket-list destination for many people, who dream of relaxing on a beach in a tropical paradise. But the islands are also a haven for travelers with an appetite for adventure. From hiking through lush rainforests to exploring volcanic craters, Hawaii offers an abundance of thrilling activities for those seeking excitement. Whether it’s […]