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Why Secrets® Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort Should Host Your Next Event

  • June 28, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
The beach and surrounds at Secrets Bahia Mita.
Special occasions become even more so at this Unlimited-Luxury® Riviera Nayarit retreat. A recent addition to the stunning shoreline of Riviera Nayarit’s Banderas Bay—and, now, to the World of Hyatt®—Secrets®…
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What to Wear? Demystifying Resort Dress Codes

  • June 23, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
It’s hard enough to pack for vacation—and stressful! It forces you to think about what clothes you really live in, plus what you want to be photographed in. How many…
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Travel Advisors Share: The Most Special Treatment & Special Moments Ever Scored

  • June 20, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
In the second roundup of the Travel Advisors Share series, we get advisors to reveal some of the most VIP moments they’ve been a part of, and spill the beans…
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The Fine Art of Experience: Hotel Xcaret Arte & Casa de la Playa

  • June 15, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Authenticity-seekers talk a lot about a sense of place. Vacationers want to feel like they’re somewhere new, exciting, and extraordinary—they want to feel immersed in the destination they went to…
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Cities & Seas: How to Have It All in Europe – Canary Islands, Spain

  • June 2, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
When most consumers think about European vacations, their minds first go to the greats: London, Paris, Rome. They picture historic sites and cobblestone streets, museums and moody skies. They agonize…
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Family Travel Tips: How to Avoid the Dreaded “Are We There Yet?” with Kids

  • April 5, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
“Are we there yet?” might just be one of the four most cringe-inducing words in travel today. Uttered innocently by babes in the backseat, car seat, or plane seat, its…
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The Best Beach Resort Scenes for Tweens and Teens

  • March 29, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
Trying to please the hardest-to-please demo? Become the CEO of family vacation planning when you book these Gen Z-approved hotels. Your t(w)een would never admit it, but they lowkey want…
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How to Sustain Your Love of Travel

  • March 23, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
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Vacations give us so much. Isn’t it time we gave something back? Travel is a very personal thing. Everyone has their own story behind why they travel, and a unique…
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If You Love Issues, You’ll Really Love Booking with an Online Travel Agency

  • March 3, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
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When things go wrong, at least you have yourself to rely on! Everyone knows if you need an answer, you search online. So if you’re looking to plan your next…
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Luxury Ahead! New and Upcoming AMR™ Collection Resorts

  • February 28, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
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More luxury. More privileges. More destinations. Yep, the AMR™ Collection is getting bigger in 2022. There’s nothing more exciting than when a travel brand you love introduces a new hotel…
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Isn’t It Time You Took a Break? Planning Travel to Prevent Burnout

  • February 23, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
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Planning ahead with a travel advisor lets you set up your next vacation and safeguard your mental well-being. Too much time in life is spent waiting. Waiting for work to…
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8 Resorts Where Romance is Year-Round … But Extra Special Now

  • February 22, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Right before every Valentine’s Day, resorts start ramping up their romance quotient. You start seeing packages that celebrate soulmates, added values that encourage intimacy, a stronger focus on couples getaways…
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Five Easy Ways to Simplify Family Vacation Planning

  • February 17, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
A family vacation is a must for most at this point in time. We’re all tired and all need a break. But the problem is, planning one adds even more…
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The 10 Questions You Should Always Ask Your Travel Advisor

  • February 4, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
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Travel advisors are prepared for any travel situation. But do you know the right questions to ask to make the most out of your vacation planning? Just like with any…
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Don’t Miss a (Travel) Beat with ALGV’s New Podcast

  • January 25, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
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When travel planning seems like too big a feat, sync up to The Travel Beat with ALG Vacations. When a traveler needs an answer, they ask a travel advisor. But…
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10 Reasons to Make the Switch from Cruise to All-Inclusive

  • January 19, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
Say bon voyage to cruising, and hello to all-inclusiving this winter. With cruises once again on the CDC’s cautionary list, there’s no better alternative for the winter wave season than…
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A Change in “Value” … and the Island That Will Get You More of It

  • January 6, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Think about what you value most in a vacation. That’s what you get in Aruba, One Happy Island that will help you redefine—and expect more!—of what a “value vacation” means.…
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Stays that Put the “Ahh” in Spa

  • December 27, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
When life has you tearing out your hair and going, “Ahh!,” it’s past due time to get somewhere that will have you sighing “… Ahh.” And that means one of…
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Mexico’s Most Appetizing Destination? One That Helps to ‘Set Yourself Apart’

  • November 18, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Get to know the 23400 District in San Jose del Cabo, which is fast becoming a foodie destination for those in the know. Move over, 90210—there’s a new five-digit code…
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Have Turkey, But Can You Travel? What Foods You Can Fly With

  • November 16, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
There’s no substitute for home-grown, home-cooked. Be the toast of the party when you follow the guidelines here of all the food items you can fly with, and how. There’s…
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Gifts from Travels for This Holiday Season

  • November 11, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Traveling before the holidays? Don’t find yourself in a bind! Experienced world travelers from the ALGV team can help you out, with their list of biggest hits for holiday gifts…
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Happy Holiday Home-Cooked Meals in a Home Away from Home

  • November 3, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
With full-kitchen accommodations and private chef services available, there’s no reason why you can’t celebrate a home-style holiday in luxurious vacation style. Especially in light of the restrictions of the…
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Can a Collection Forge Connections?

  • September 23, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Breaking down the different components of the new AMR™ Collection In one of the biggest headlines of last month, the new AMR™ Collection was debuted by the brands formerly known…
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The Countdown Begins: How to Keep Passport Delays from Affecting Your Travel Plans

  • August 12, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
You’re six months out … is it too soon to think about prepping for departure? With recent passport delays, the answer is, it’s not soon enough. Very often, people don’t…
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5 Ways to Protect Your Customers from Flight Delays and Cancellations

  • August 4, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Travel is back in a big way … and so are delays due to staffing that hasn’t recovered as quickly as traveler interest. Updated January 10, 2022 The airports are…
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ID That YOLO! Tours & Excursions Straight from the Screen

  • July 12, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Why should you have to take your best guess at what tours and excursions you’re marketing to customers when we can just tell you? How many times have you shown…
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The Great Outdoor Adventures to Restart Your Travels: The U.S.

  • June 18, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
The Skywalk observatory extends out over a cliffside at the Grand Canyon.
Stuck inside no longer! Explore what makes the outdoors “great” with these activities worth building a trip around. After months spent indoors, getting back to travel also means getting back…
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When Caring is in a Resort’s Culture, Kids Benefit Now and in the Future

  • June 11, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Family travel isn’t an afterthought at Iberostar Hotels & Resorts. Experiences for kids are right there at center stage. It’s easy to cut corners. It’s easy to set up a…
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Flagship Phenom: Honoring a Sense of Place with Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort’s $80 Million Renovation

  • June 4, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
The Outrigger brand’s flagship property was already a stunner, but now it has more reasons than ever to be your Hawaii home away from home. The Outrigger brand is a…
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Why is 2021 the Year of the Travel Advisor?

  • March 1, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
As big proponents of travel advisor growth and support, ALG Vacations™ has taken it upon themselves to singlehandedly manifest the Year of the Travel Advisor. But why? How? And what…
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Mastering the New CDC Rules: What Post-Vacation Recommendations You Should Be Following

  • February 18, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
Learn how simple heading home safely can be with the third and final part of ALG Vacations’™ guide to traveling in line with CDC requirements. “That was surprisingly simple.” After…
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Mastering the New CDC Rules: What to Do While You’re on Vacation

  • February 17, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
Afraid the CDC is taking over your getaway? Don’t be! The second part of our travel guide gives you the inside scoop on how to meet test requirements and have…
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Mastering the New CDC Rules: What to Know Before You Travel

  • February 16, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
If the CDC’s new travel requirements are throwing you for a loop, read on to find out how to plan ahead and take that much-needed vacation without worry. The key…
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Worried About Potential On-Resort Quarantine? Don’t Be—It Might Be Free!

  • February 15, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
If you have to isolate before re-entry to the U.S., these posh resorts offering free 14-day quarantine stays have got you covered. Editor’s Note: ALG Vacations™ takes COVID-19 incredibly seriously…
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Taking Your Travel Catalog Game to the Next Level: The All-New ALG Vacations™ Travelogue

  • January 29, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
Imagine you’re at a travel show. It’s virtual, like almost everything these days, and you have your own booth, maybe for honeymoons or all-inclusives or eco-friendly escapes. Guests have the…
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CDC COVID-19 Testing Travel Toolkit for Agents

  • January 22, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
There’s been a LOT of information—and questions!—flying around since the CDC announced you’ll be required to undergo COVID-19 testing before returning to the U.S. But don’t worry—ALGV’s got you covered.…
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Ten Ways to Prepare for Pent-Up Demand

  • January 6, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
Draw up plans now to avoid feeling overwhelmed when the rush hits. Your clients have waited. They’ve anticipated. And now, they’re ready. … But are you? As PCR testing becomes…
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Exclusive Perks – Now for Everyone

  • December 31, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Just in time for the new year, for ALG Vacations™ customers only, special benefits are now all for one and one for all under one unified new program. Exceptional Values…
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Below the Radar, Above the Standard

  • December 27, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Cancun’s Hotel Zone, the Playa del Carmen area in Riviera Maya—these are the top-of-mind destinations for a beach getaway in Quintana Roo, and the most popular in the region (for…
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Q&A with Palladium on Protocols & Procedures

  • December 22, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Asking the tough questions on safety, sanitation, and other COVID-19 travel concerns for your customers. As people find themselves itching to get out of their home bubbles, the question becomes…
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Making a Clean Getaway: New Health & Safety Standards at AMR™ Collection

  • October 27, 2020
  • Kelly Gould
In only seven months, COVID-19 has changed just about everything. From face masks to social distancing, “normal” has clearly evolved. Yet some things can’t be changed, even by a pandemic:…
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