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Otto de Vries' role in WTAA is to establish greater collaboration between travel agencies and other stakeholders through open communication.

WTAAA has a new voice for global travel agentsOtto de Vries as executive director of WTAAA is championing transparency, collaboration, and sustainable growth.

The ban on large cruise ships in the Venetian Lagoon means that vessels to anchor outside and use tenders for access to the Port of Venice.

Norwegian Cruise Line skips Venice in 2024/25 sailingsShortfall in experience not worth the effort, says the cruise line.

Massimo Brancaleoni, who’s leading Silversea's global sales, now extends his role to encompass the revenue department as well.

Silversea names cruise veteran for global sales roleMassimo Brancaleoni is now senior VP, global sales & revenue at Silversea.

Proposed airline mergers in Europe could limit market competition and lead to higher air fares for consumers.

Are airline mergers in Europe bad for consumers?Travel bodies and consumer groups warn against “worrying” European airline mergers.

Travel sellers across Southeast Asia are showing a greater readiness to court the Muslim market by emphasising inclusivity and cultural sensitivity.

Muslim tourism in Asia is booming and growingSellers at ATF 2024 gear up to embrace this billion-dollar market as demand rises.

For travel agents, many ways to enjoy and sell Paris Olympics

For travel agents, many ways to enjoy and sell Paris OlympicsAs interest in Paris 2024 heats up, suppliers and agents have forged partnerships to offer novel ways to experience the Games.

Network brings together 186 members globally, representing 55 countries across five world regions.

How does your village match up with the best?UN Tourism calls for submissions for Best Tourism Villages Network.

SiteMinder says hoteliers need to be dynamic and be wary of relying on known travel trends.

Global hotel arrivals rose in 2023, so did room ratesHow travellers are booking their hotel rooms in 2023, according to SiteMinder.

Rover has been named Icon of the Seas' Chief Dog Officer.

Woof! Meet Royal Caribbean’s new Chief Dog OfficerThe golden retriever has been making its rounds on Icon of the Seas' sailings.

The immense scale of Icon of the Seas will blow your mindThe challenge with sailing on Royal Caribbean’s newest ship is its colossal size and the seemingly countless areas to explore.