United States

Can the Steel City become the US's coolest getaway?

Pittsburgh could be the surprise US city break your clients have been waiting for… TTG joins a trade fam to explore the Pennsylvania city.

Easy ways to sell the oasis of entertainment in Greater Palm Springs

From film and music festivals to sporting tournaments, a calendar of thrilling events provides even more reason for your clients to visit Greater Palm Springs

Watch: Discover the highlights of Pittsburgh, and how to sell them

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Florida to take tourists beyond theme parks with culinary adventures

Food, drink and activities will be central to Florida’s aim of expanding travellers’ horizons beyond the US state’s famed theme parks

Put a new spin on a Californian road trip with Greater Palm Springs

Adventures, cultural wonders, indulgent gastronomy and luxury golf and spa experiences all come together in Greater Palm Springs; a welcoming oasis in the Californian desert.

At the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains, visitors will find their own oasis among the lush palm groves, natural hot mineral springs, 100-plus verdant golf courses and mid-century modern architecture.

Think you know Texas? Well, this itinerary will surprise you...

A tour around Texas Hill Country delivers everything you would hope from the Lone Star State and just a few revelations too.

The budget-friendly alternative to staying in Washington DC

It’s a 20-minute cycle from Arlington County to downtown DC, but investment by Amazon in the capital’s neighbour is turning the county into a destination in its own right.

Brand USA: 'We’re really optimistic about hitting 2019 levels next year'

Brand USA’s Staci Mellman talks TTG’s Gary Noakes through the destination’s big plans for 2024

Help clients find their oasis in Greater Palm Springs

A haven of relaxation, adventure and recreation in southern California where everyone is welcome, Greater Palm Springs is well worth a look for your clients’ next getaway

Cheers, Harvard mysteries and craft whiskey: the best of Boston

The Massachusetts city is treasured for its revolutionary role in US history, and is now buzzing with entrepreneurial spirit.

British Airways to double San Diego service next summer

Second daily Heathrow flight to California city take off in April

Delta to return to Shannon next year as part of ‘largest-ever’ transatlantic schedule

US carrier to reinstate non-stop service to Ireland’s west coast airport as part of expanded Irish offering

Par for the course: how agents can get into the swing of selling golf holidays

TTG’s Ilaria Grasso Macola dives into the lucrative world of golf tourism to explore what untapped business opportunities the sector offers for agents

Hurricane Idalia: deadly storm surge batters US east coast

The UK Foreign Office has advised the storm is moving through Florida towards Georgia and South Carolina

Delta to go head-to-head with Aer Lingus on Dublin-Minneapolis route

US carrier announces five-times-weekly Dublin to Minneapolis-Saint Paul route

The new hotels, attractions and airlift powering California towards record visitor numbers

Visit California has its goal of reaching and surpassing pre-pandemic visitor numbers in 2024 firmly in its sights.

Hawaii locals urge tourists to stay away from Maui after devastating wildfires

Local officials have reportedly asked people on non-essential trips to leave the island which was hit by wildfires last week

Hawaii: Thousands of tourists evacuated as death toll reaches 55

According to local reports, firefighters continue to battle to contain Maui’s wildfires, which began on Tuesday (8 August)

Panache Cruises kick-starts US expansion with $124,000 booking

Founder and chief executive James Cole said the agency ’didn’t believe’ they had secured the booking in the first instance

Chris Thompson to retire as Brand USA president and chief executive

Under his leadership, Brand USA has increased international visitation and enhanced global awareness of the diverse offerings across the country

Panache Cruises to expand operations to the US market with Texas base

Founder James Cole said the ’time was right’ for the business to establish an international presence

The dynamic new rail service shaking up multi-centre Florida holidays

Florida’s new Brightline trains offer a transformational way to travel between Florida’s major tourism hubs.

Why this easily accessible region should star in your clients’ next USA trip

Many of the fascinating attractions across the Cincy Region can only be experienced in this vibrant and welcoming part of the USA

'Road-tripping clients will love this lesser-known US state'

Travel Counsellor Neil Maslen recently joined an educational to Alabama, visiting Tuscaloosa, Mobile, Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.