United States

10 of the best luxury activities in Florida

Florida has long been a favourite destination of UK and Irish families, but perhaps less well known is its extensive luxury offering. Here, we detail 10 activities for your discerning clients

'Houston, we appear to have an image problem'

’Whether travellers factor the governance of a destination into their holiday booking decisions is something those involved in promoting and selling the US will learn over the next four years,’ writes Phil Bloomfield for TTG following Donald Trump’s re-election

Another ‘Trump slump’? What the US election result means for travel

Trump’s 2016 victory slowed tourism to the US, and agents believe his re-election could give UK travellers ‘pause for thought’

US strengthens airline compensation rules pledging to 'take out the haggling'

New US airline compensation rules will mean quick refunds for disruption and compensation too for ancillary sales that do not live up to promise – and UK carriers need to take note

More ways to experience the vibrancy of Vegas

A Las Vegas holiday doesn’t need to be all hedonism and high jinks – our writer discovers natural attractions to pair with the destination’s debaucherous side

Las Vegas: Bye bye Tropicana, hello Major League Baseball

US city keeps focus on sports and entertainment as development along the Strip continues at pace

Hurricane Milton: Florida braces for second major storm in a fortnight

Milton expected to make landfall along Florida’s western Gulf coast mid-week, days after the state was battered by Hurricane Helene – the deadliest for nearly 20 years when Hurricane Katrina struck

Aer Lingus to launch 'almost year-round' UK-Nashville link via Dublin

Irish carrier will operate the route four times a week, with feeder flights from eight UK airports

Autism-friendly attractions and adapted boat trips: Florida's accessibility drive

From wheelchair-accessible beaches to autism-friendly attractions, Florida is working to make the state user-friendly for all

British Airways to boost Miami as part of major summer 2025 expansion in the US

British Airways will double frequency to Miami next summer, part of an expansion programme that sees it flying more services to North America and Mexico than ever before

American Airlines to return to Scotland next year with Philly service

Seasonal service will operate daily to Edinburgh starting 24 May

Barbie and Greater Palm Springs collaborate on midcentury modern design project

The destination is working with the London Design Festival and the Barbie brand on an incredible new project

Hidden speakeasies and high-profile sex toys: 6 new Las Vegas attractions

On her first visit to Las Vegas in two decades, Madeleine Barber discovers new experiences offering celebrity spotting, secret bars, punk rock memorabilia and much more

Fears of fierce Atlantic hurricane season prompts US travel warning

The Foreign Office has updated its US travel advice after the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast an ’above-normal Atlantic hurricane season’

Find the weird and wonderful in Greater Palm Springs

Clients looking to get off Southern California’s beaten track can count on Greater Palm Springs

How did a St Pete and Clearwater fam live up to expectations?

Dolphin spotting, Pride celebrations, arts and culture – there was a lot to pack into St Pete and Clearwater’s recent educational, and two participants share their highlights with us.

The US destination that will enthral your history and culture-loving clients

Kate Anderson, director of public relations for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, explains how your clients can discover more about the tribe, and highlights some of the must-do hikes in the destination

Delta to start serving Orlando from Heathrow this winter

US carrier will offer four flights per week to Florida’s theme park capital

Prestige Travel unveils major US programme expansion

Prestige Travel will offer combined US and Canada packages in an expanded North America line-up for 2025

7 scrummy spots for clients to tuck into in Greater Palm Springs

Billed as California’s coolest foodie destination, discover how your clients can eat their way around sun-soaked Greater Palm Springs

New US and Canada brand Journeyscape to launch to the trade this summer

Aito operator Journey Latin America says its new venture will bring its expertise, philosophy and passion to a new region

Aer Lingus to launch three-times weekly Dublin-Las Vegas service

Irish flag carrier will operate the route on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays starting 25 October

Brand USA announces 2024 MegaFam dates

The ninth MegaFam will see 60 agents undertake six itineraries before meeting up for a grand finale in Chicago

Why Taylor Swift is a touchdown for Kansas City's tourism industry

Since the singer started dating local football star Travis Kelce, Kansas City has officially entered its Taylor Swift era. Here’s why clients should visit.