๐ŸŒŽ Italy Drops Remaining Pandemic-Era Entry Requirements

Finally!!! Italy had alot of requirements when wanting to travel into the country but now they will be opening up for the summer season. We are looking forward to go to Italy in the next year. If need help booking your own little trip to Italy, let us know, we would love to help you make this dream come true.

Read full story here at Travel Pulse

๐ŸŒŽ Japan Is Now Open for Group Tours Again!

We are really excited for Japan to open back up after the Pandemic. Our tour host, Dan, has been to Japan a couple times before and can’t wait to take a future tour with him to experience the culture. More promising news of things getting back to the way they where before the world had to shutdown.

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๐ŸŒŽ Air New Zealand to add Bunk Beds to Economy Class in 2024

Air New Zealand is being very creative with adding these bunk beds into the airplanes. This will be an up charge service but you will be able to sleep and extend out during long flights. The beds will be available for up to four hour time slots. Which means that many different guests will be able to use the beds so make it more available for everyone. We know its a couple years away but we are looking forward to trying them out one day!

Read full story here at Morning Brew and see conceptual picture

๐Ÿฐ Mickeyโ€™s Very Merry Christmas Party is Back!

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Holiday celebration is back at Walt Disney World this year. Disney is a magical place and even more so during the Holidays. They know how to put on party and create memories. If interested in possibly booking a trip, don’t forget to reach out to us for details and any current offers.

Full Detials here at Disney’s Blog

๐Ÿฐ Hocus Pocus 2 is coming!

The classic Hocus Pocus is finally getting a squeal! This has been a long time coming and we are excited for alot of the original cast to be back as well.

Watch Trailer Here

๐Ÿฐ A Fairytale-Inspired Castle Floating on the Seas with New Cruise Ship WISH

The newest ship for Disney, WISH, is above and beyond what you would ever expect in a cruise ship. We look forward to taking a trip on this boat and let us know if you want to join us on the seas!

See amazing pictures on Disney’s blog

๐Ÿ›ณ Carnival Cruise is going to Flavor Town!

Guy Fieri already has a line of burger joints through out the Carnival Cruise ships but he has introduced a new signature burger, the “Funderstruck Nacho Burger”. If the name alone doesn’t make you want to book a cruise right now, then you need some help ๐Ÿ˜‚ (Check out coming up Carnival Cruises here)

Full Details here at Travel Pulse

๐Ÿ›ณ Viking Cruises is dropping ‘Cruises’ from its name and will just be called Viking!

Viking is known for its amazing river cruises around the world. This is really just a branding move but I think they already have great brand recognition so we are excited for the slight change. It will save us in typing less words when talking about them.

Full Story at Travel Weekly

๐Ÿ›ณ Norwegian Cruise Line schedules return to Asia

The schedule begins in Asia again for 2023 – 2024 cruising season! Plenty of destinations to choose from: Tokyo and Yokohama, Japan; Taipei; Singapore; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Bangkok, Thailand; Benoa, Bali; and Seoul, South Korea.

Full Story at Travel Weekly

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ The U.S. Has Lifted its COVID-19 Testing Requirement for Air Travelers

This is a big move to help open up travel from around the world. It will make traveling alot easier and not having to worry about getting testing within so many days. Government says they will reassess in 90 days but we hope it becomes permanent.ย 

Full Details at Travel Age West

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ As a Cruise Planners Franchise, we are proud and honored to be named in the top 20 Most Powerful Travel Agencies in 2022

We are very proud to be with Cruise Planners. We believe they are the best around and most supportive for us and our clients. We will continue to strive to surpass your expectations and curate amazing experiences to see the world!

See entire list here at Travel Pulse

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Airbnb makes its party ban permanent

Airbnb finally makes its party ban permanent. This means that you can not just rent a house to throw a party. We are a fan of guests booking an Airbnb for family get aways if needed and we also have clients who Airbnb their homes while they are away on vacation. It is a great resource but now you will have to throw parties at your own house for now on.

Source: CNBC