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Travel Agent is a weekly publication aimed at professionals in the travel agency sector, produced by Questex Media Group and headquartered in New York City. This magazine provides the latest news and insights from the travel industry. In addition to the print version, there is also an online edition available. Questex Media is also behind Travel Agent University, a platform for online travel education. Related publications under the same umbrella include Luxury Travel Adviser, Home Based Travel Agent, the Official Travel Industry Directory, Hotel & Motel Management, Premier Hotels & Resorts, and Premier Spas & Romance.

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A Crossroads of Civilizations in Istanbul

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com | Rick Steves

by Rick Steves, June 12, 2025Some of my most vivid memories from my first visit to Istanbul in the 1970s are of the colorful locals. Scruffy kids sold cherry juice, and old men would grab huge cucumbers from wheeled carts, then peel, quarter, and salt them, and sell them for pennies. While the Old World magic in many parts of the city has been plowed under by modern affluence, today's Istanbul is every bit as rich and rewarding as it was back then.
Florida Keys Debut Revamped Airport and Resorts | Travel Agent Central

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com

The Florida Keys & Key West is giving visitors even more reasons to plan a summer getaway with an upgraded airport, more new flights, renovated resorts, new at
Paris Insider: Four Fantastic Tea Shops

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com | Richard Nahem

Although Paris is known for its cafés serving coffee, it also has a rich and diverse tea culture. Tea was introduced to France in the 17th century, which was given to Cardinal Mazarin to cure his gout. Today, Paris has dozens of tea boutiques and salons that are worth checking out, but here are our four favorite picks. Maison des Trois ThésFrom the outside, Maison des Trois Thés is marked with Chinese symbols, almost hiding the name in French.
CHTA Highlights Public-Private Sector Wins at Mid-Year Review | Travel Agent Central

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com

As the Caribbean tourism sector approaches mid-year, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has highlighted several major advocacy achievements through strategic public
Travel Leaders Network on Pace for Another Record Year | Travel Agent Central

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com

At the network’s EDGE 2025 conference in Las Vegas this week, TLN President John Lovell reported that sales are booming in 2025.
Feeling Barcelona’s Creative Pulse

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com | Rick Steves

by Rick Steves, June 10, 2025If you're in the mood to surrender to a city's charms, let it be in Barcelona. Life bubbles in its narrow old town alleys, grand boulevards, and elegant modern district. While Barcelona has an illustrious past — from Roman colony to 14th-century maritime power — it's enjoyable to throw out the history books and just drift through the city. A stroll down Barcelona's main pedestrian drag, the Ramblas, is a good place to start.
New in Cruise: Royal Caribbean Group's Fain Steps Down | Travel Agent Central

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com

Richard Fain will step down as Royal Caribbean Group's chairman, with Jason Liberty will succeeding him. Cunard to host Transatlantic Fashion Week.
MSC Cruises to Offer Year-Round South Caribbean Sailings | Travel Agent Central

2 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com

MSC Opera will sail year-round in the South Caribbean from winter 2026 to summer 2027 seasons, joining MSC Seaview in the region during winter.
ASTA Touts Win in Nebraska as No New Sales Taxes Are Imposed

3 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com | Matt Turner

The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) this week applauded the conclusion of Nebraska’s legislative session with no new sales taxes levied on travel packages, including professional fees charged by travel advisors. “This marks another significant win for Nebraska’s travel advisors who expressed deep concerns about the negative effects such a tax could have on their businesses,” the society said.
Avoya Travel Sold to Certares; Anderson Family to Step Down

3 weeks ago | travelagentcentral.com | Matt Turner

Avoya Travel on Thursday announce that Certares Inc. has acquired full ownership of the company, transitioning from joint ownership with the Anderson family to “one of the travel industry’s most respected and experienced investment firms.”Certares, a global travel, tourism and hospitality investment firm, first acquired a stake in Avoya in late 2021. The firm, along with Jeff and Michael Anderson, served as co-owners.