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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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Cities & Seas: How to Have It All in Europe — Mallorca, Spain

  • May 26, 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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Hotel Confidential Insider Tips: Character & Setting

  • May 24, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Be more present at hotels with personality and a sense of place, like the new Andaz Prague, and Dreams Karibana, the first in Colombia, Hacienda Dominicus, and the Grand Oasis…
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Hotel Confidential Insider Tips: From Moxche to Mexican Moxy

  • May 17, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Straight-from-the-hotel travel hacks on how to make the most out of a stay at the new Secrets Impressions Moxche, Secrets Moxche, Breathless Cancun Soul, Riu Latino, La Casa de la…
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Travel Advisors Share: Most Mind-Blowing Proposals

  • May 12, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Enlisting a travel advisor means an epic proposal that’s anything but predictable … that is, outside of the set plan! All this year, we’ve been saying Ask a Travel Advisor…
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Hotel Confidential Insider Tips: Caribbean Cool

  • May 10, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Straight-from-the-hotel travel hacks on how to make the most out of a stay at the new Royalton Grenada, Margaritaville Island Reserve, Secrets St. Martin, Riu Paradise Island, and Royalton CHIC…
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The Family Remix: Renovations at the All-Inclusive Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana

  • May 6, 2022
  • Kelly Gould
A reimagined experience keeps this Dominican beach resort a #1 hit for families. Just like a cover breathes new life into a favorite song, recent renovations have given Hard Rock…
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Hotel Confidential Insider Tips: Party in the USA

  • May 3, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Straight-from-the-hotel travel hacks on how to make the most out of a stay at the new Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta, Resorts World Las Vegas, Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, Outrigger…
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A Closer Look: Getting to Know the New For You Giveaway Prize Properties

  • May 1, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
There’s always something new going on in travel. Or just as accurately, something up, as new builds are erected, décor gets refreshed, rooms get renovated, and expansions … well, expand.…
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A Closer Look: Getting to Know the Local Lore Giveaway Prize Destinations

  • April 29, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Getting a sense of place relies on a lot of different sensory elements. It’s not just about the scenery—there’s scents, sounds, textures, and flavors that can transport you back to…
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Eight Picks for Adventure Only Seconds From Your Room

  • April 21, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
A lot of us travel for relaxation. A lot of us travel for adventure. And for many, the two are one and the same. And even better? If you don’t…
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“Tings” to Do in Jamaica to “Feel the Love”

  • April 11, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
As Jamaica readies itself to celebrate 60 years of independence, there’s no time like the present to pay homage to the nation that made it easy to “feel the love.”…
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Travel Etiquette: Are You a Bad (Airplane) Neighbor?

  • April 7, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
In quarters as tight as airplanes, everyone’s nerves are more easily frazzled. How best to keep the peace? By never, ever being guilty of these bad neighbor behaviors. When you…
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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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Share Your Epic Stories, Win 10,000 WAVES® Points! a Quarter

  • March 24, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
As we encourage everyone to Ask a Travel Advisor, why wouldn’t we do the same? After all, it’s sound advice, and we at ALG Vacations® believe in practicing what we…
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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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Four Ways to Soothe Travel Jitters

  • March 1, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
These days, it might have been some time since you or someone you know has traveled. With guidelines and policies changing often even experienced travelers may feel like newbies and…
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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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Ways to Stress Less This Peak Booking Season

  • January 31, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Stress less? I know, that sounds crazy, what with peak season peaking amid Omicron cases hidden among the regular colds of the season. Oh, and kids in and out of…
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Don’t Be SAD: How to Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • January 18, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
The winter blues are more than just that. Seasonal depression is a very real phenomenon that thousands of American suffer from, according to a newly released study by CertaPet. If…
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Best Practices to Prep for Peak

  • January 14, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
Were your holidays restful this winter? Good, because as a member of the travel industry, we’re gearing up to get back to the grind at warp speed. Just like that,…
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An A – Zinc Guide to Supplementing Your Immunity

  • January 12, 2022
  • Su-Jit Lin
We’ve got the masks. The gloves. The face shields, UV wands, and all our other external gear. But let’s talk about staying well from the inside out. There are a…
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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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More Than a Destination: Why Individual Resort Details Matter for Destination Weddings

  • December 6, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Whether local or abroad, a wedding isn’t about the destination. Just as a couple wouldn’t be excited to pick any venue in their hometown for their nuptials, the same goes…
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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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Your Small Business Saturday 2021 Resource Round-up

  • November 14, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
November 27 is right around the corner. Have you caught up on all of TravelBlogue’s advisor business resources yet? Just like that, we’re gearing up for the holidays … and…
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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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Something to Taco ‘Bout

  • October 26, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Last month, we gave you #SomethingToBlogueAbout. But this month, as we discussed tacos a few short weeks ago on #NationalTacoDay, over our virtual water coolers, we found that we had…
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Room(s) for Everyone! Best Bets for Guaranteed Connecting Suites

  • October 13, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Figuring out who sleeps where and how much privacy or access parents grown-ups and kids want can be a challenge. Guaranteed adjoining rooms and special family suites take the guesswork…
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What’s More Natural Than Family?

  • October 8, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
For many of us, our first and most basic instinct is to protect, be with, and enjoy time with our families. Because really, what’s more natural than family? No matter…
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Perk Up! Here’s Where to Get the Best On-Resort Coffees in the World

  • September 30, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
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Every day is a coffee day, but only today is International Coffee Day. Here’s where to get the best cuppa while on vacay so you never miss a bean. Every…
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Will (RI)U Marry Me? Your Guide to the New Wedding Collections by RIU

  • September 28, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Planning a wedding can be STRESSFUL! Take the pressure off the bride with ready-to-customize, “save the (big) day” solutions. Find out which one is THE One with this exclusive interview…
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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 Arts in Every Form: The Focal Point of Hotel Xcaret Arte

  • September 20, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
First there was Xcaret, the most popular eco-park in all of Mexico, showcasing Mexican pride in all its creatures, culture, and landscape. Then a series of other parks followed, with…
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Can’t Go to Europe? Count on Curaçao Instead

  • September 3, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Europe may be a bit of a stretch for many these days. But ready to step in? Caribbean Curaçao, an island with a lot of Continental flair. For every traveler…
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Screen/Sharing in the Bahamas

  • August 23, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Here’s how a virtual People-to-People series closed the gap between visitors, residents, and tour guides across The Bahamas. As a travel advisor, you know there’s more to every destination than…
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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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Bringing the Tropics, Good Vibes & Clean Air Into Your WFH Office

  • August 6, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
These air-purifying, lucky plants from your favorite tropical destinations do triple duty to make your work-from-home space one of joy. How many destination brochures or property descriptions have you read…
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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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Is It Safe to Dine Indoors Again?

  • August 2, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
As restaurants at home and in-resort dining outlets open up their indoor seating again, we find out from culinary experts: is it safe? Everyone’s been doing it. Joyously, with big…
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My Big, Fat Gay Wedding … And Where to Have It

  • July 27, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Destination weddings are unforgettable, joyous, and colorful experiences. These resorts make them even more so by holding up that rainbow flag for LGBTQ+ couples as they celebrate their next chapter.…
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Let the Sun Shine On with Eco-Friendly Protection

  • July 19, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
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Help keep your skin safe—and our oceans and beaches as beautiful as we found them—with sun protection that does no harm. There are few places we love more than the…
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Hotels to Take Pride In

  • July 16, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
 ALG Vacations™ is proud to offer a wide selection of hotels and resorts that are LGBTQ-friendly. But there are some that go the extra mile, and we take even more…
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Bug Off! How to Keep Summer Bites at Bay

  • July 8, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
We love the great outdoors. But we don’t love some of the little critters that live there! Here are some natural solutions and products that can help you take the…
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Hear It From Travel Advisors: Helping Travelers Through the Pandemic

  • July 2, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
No one knows better what a good travel advisor will do for their clients than ALGV’s TOP travel advisors. Travel advisors are more here and now than ever before. Many…
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Hear It from Travel Advisors: Why Don’t Travelers Book with an Advisor?

  • June 30, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
With a million reasons to use a travel advisor, why are some customers reluctant? Our advisor interview series takes a look. It’s easy to say why consumers use a travel…
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Pride on the Beach: The 9 Best Beach Destinations in the U.S. for LGBTQ Travelers

  • June 29, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Of the many reasons to love the U.S. of A., a big one is love. At ALG Vacations™, we believe that #LoveIsLove. We believe in standing behind every color of…
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Hear It from Travel Advisors: Why ALGV?

  • June 27, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
In an all-new video interview series, we share unfiltered feedback directly from travel advisors, because #YOTTA2021 is all about YOU. It’s easy for our team at ALG Vacations™ to rattle…
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Hear It from Travel Advisors: Why Should I Use a Travel Advisor?

  • June 25, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
With typically no cost and all benefit, the question is why wouldn’t you? This question seems like a softball question. The answer’s easy, right? For most people, it’s to save…
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Pride on the Beach: Top 14 International LGBTQ Beach Destinations to Travel To

  • June 24, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Where in the world should out-and-proud travelers jet to for the beach vacation of their dreams? Keep reading for answers. There are a few truths that are universal, and speak…
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Hear It from Travel Advisors: What Inspires Travel Advisors?

  • June 22, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
In an all-new video interview series for #YOTTA2021, we share unfiltered feedback directly from the travel advisors we serve. The beautiful thing about travel is that it’s such a personal…
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The Great Outdoor Adventures to Restart Your Travels: The U.S.

  • June 18, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
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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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The Great Outdoor Adventures to Restart Your Travels: The Caribbean & Central America

  • June 17, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
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Getting back into travel? These Caribbean and Central American destinations give you plenty of space to choose your own open-air adventure. Too much time inside has us ready to get…
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The Great Outdoor Adventures to Restart Your Travels: Mexico

  • June 16, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
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Ready to get out and get exploring Mexico? We’ve found the best ways to fill up your days under the open sky. Fresh air is good for you! As much…
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When Traveling, Mask On or Mask Off?

  • June 15, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
We’re at a pivotal moment and thisclose to normalcy. But is it too early to unmask when traveling? To mask or not to mask? That has been the million-dollar question,…
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American PRIDE – 9 of the Best LGBTQ Destinations in the USA

  • June 9, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
In the land of the free, take Pride in these top-billed domestic vacation destinations, where #LoveWins year-round. As a progressive country, there are a ton of destinations from sea to…
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Release … the Turtles! At These Environmentally Responsible Resorts

  • June 8, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Sea turtles are adorable and beloved, but also endangered. Here are resorts doing their part to change their status, and how you can participate, too. One of the cutest residents…
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Greener Pastures: Environmentally Responsible Resorts to Support

  • June 7, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Being environmentally responsible isn’t just on the traveler—it’s on the hospitality and travel industry, too. Here are some of the brands and properties working on making a difference. Responsible tourism…
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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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Becoming a Thought Leader for Responsible Travel

  • May 28, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Responsible travel is a tourism buzzword that’s gaining steam. ALG Vacations™ shows you how travel advisors can lead the way. Travel advisors are stewards for the world. You map routes,…
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What It Means to Be a Socially Responsible Traveler

  • May 27, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Travel is back! But to keep it that way, we need to be responsible with this privilege. Here’s how. In our first of this mini-series on what it means to…
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What It Means to Be an Environmentally Responsible Traveler

  • May 27, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Travel is back! But to keep it that way, we need to be responsible with this privilege. Here’s how. “Responsible travel” has become a buzzword in the tourism industry. But…
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Swap Your Stale Suburbia for UNICO 20˚87˚’s Spectacular Superbia

  • May 24, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Offer extra value to customers going to UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya by inviting them to this limited-time special event taking place July 12, 2021 – August 22, 2021 In…
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Balance Your PH for Wellness

  • May 18, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
No, we’re not talking about your pH, your potential of hydrogen—we’re talking about Planet Hollywood Beach Resorts! You know what’s better than alkaline water to get your pH straight? A…
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Everything You Need to Know About Planning Your Next Family Vacation

  • May 11, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
Looking to plunge back into travel with a family trip? Here’s how to get started. Asking a kid to wait is asking a lot. Yet since the start of COVID-19,…
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Missing Mexico this Cinco de Mayo? Here’s How to Celebrate at Home

  • May 3, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Fun, festive, easy, and authentic ways to honor Mexican culinary culture until you visit again. Any time is a great reason to celebrate the culture, history, and heritage of one…
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Five Easy Ways to Amp Up Your Immunity

  • April 28, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
We’ve got the masks. The gloves. The face shields, UV wands, and all our other external gear. But let’s talk about staying well from the inside out. Hallelujah! Huzzah! And…
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You Gotta Shop #YOTTA2021

  • April 26, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Merch Madness is over, but in our eyes, everyone’s a winner … which is why we opened up a store full of swag. Merch Madness was … insane. ICYMI (since…
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If You Haven’t Yet Heard of Lopesan … You Will Soon

  • April 23, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Here’s the scoop on this Grand Canary Island-based brand’s latest entrant to Dominican Republic’s Costa Bavaro Although they’re the leading tourism company on the Canary Islands, with more than 20…
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Stay Calm and Keep Your Vacation Safe with Travel Protection Plus

  • April 16, 2021
  • Kelly Gould
Protect your trip—and peace of mind!—with Cancel for Any Reason insurance that lets you zig when life zags. Life happens. And sometimes, it happens to travel. As this past year…
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It’s Only Natura(l) to “Dream” of an Escape Right Now

  • April 14, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
If you tuned in to our most recent FAM, you probably have a lot of questions about where we held it. Here are the highlights. During the ALG Vacations™ superfam…
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Staff Faves: Best Exclusive Perks of 2021

  • April 5, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Earlier this year, ALG Vacations™ announced that all of our … well, exclusive perks will now be part of one grand collection. Here are the ones that got our staff…
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Need a Break? Join ALGV On Our Newest Virtual FAM Series!

  • March 30, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Do you remember when our scenery every few months (or more frequently if we could manage it!) was palm trees, blue skies, wide seas, and sunshine? Us, too. And we’re…
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How to Eat Healthy While On-Resort

  • March 23, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
With the wealth of options and recent resort emphasis on wellness and inclusion, believe it or not, making healthful choices while on vacation is not as hard as you think.…
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What You Can Do to Shape the “New Normal”

  • March 15, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
During ALG Vacations’™ Year of the Travel Advisor (#YOTTA2021), agents get a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to design what the future of travel looks like. ALG Vacations™ has officially made 2021…
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When Content is King, YOTTA’s Gotcha

  • March 9, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
#YOTTA2021 isn’t just a catchy hashtag—there’s plenty of content behind it that travel advisors can use to boost their business during the Year of the Travel Advisor and beyond. You…
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Who Needs the Final Four? Merch Madness is Here NOW

  • March 3, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Even sweeter than watching the Final Four, ALGV is tipping off four weeks of giveaways. This time last year, the state of our industry could be summed up in one…
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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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4 Surprising Reasons You Might Be Losing Social Media Followers

  • January 14, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
Especially during these tense times, it’s easy to set off a hair-trigger temper without even knowing it. Here are some common annoyances that may be alienating your fatigued followers and…
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6 Reasons Why You Should ALWAYS Pre-Book Your Tours

  • January 9, 2021
  • Su-Jit Lin
What’s the difference between a “trip” and a “vacation”? The answer is: what you do once you’re there. Make sure yours is the latter by pre-booking your Amstar DMC transfers…
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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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Around the World for a New Year

  • December 29, 2020
  • Kelly Gould
Stuck at home this New Year’s? Transport yourself to a beloved destination with these global traditions. Cue the confetti. Pop the Champagne. It’s been a long, long time coming, but…
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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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Safe-Travel Gift Guide for the Age of COVID-19

  • December 15, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Used to be you’d go with the standard stand-bys for holiday gifts for travelers. But now, there’s a whole slew of new inventions and innovations on the market. Here are the best of them for the health-conscious vacationer.
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The (Blue) Diamond Standard

  • December 2, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
The phrase “the gold standard” is a classic one … but now, there’s a Blue Diamond one and it goes as above and beyond as you would think, and then…
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Small Business Saturday Checklist

  • November 25, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Ready for this Saturday? Double-check to see! We made it! The week of Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and—as important to American culture as the lead-in national holiday itself—Small Business…
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“Special Communications” for Small Business Saturday 2020

  • November 19, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
In the midst of a pandemic, face-to-face in-person meetings are challenging, and closing on-the-fence travelers equally so. Here’s how we can help. Great communication has always been the cornerstone of…
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300+ Ways Iberostar Cares

  • November 5, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Three hundred. Three hundred is the number of new measures Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has taken since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure the health and safety of…
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Making Small Business Saturday Work for You

  • November 3, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
This November 28, make sure that your customers know that when they come to an expert like you for their travel plans, they’re also supporting a small business in their…
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Welcome to TravelBlogue

  • October 30, 2020
  • Kelly Gould
Stories. Tips. News. Staff picks. Entertainment. Welcome to the premier place to find it all: TravelBlogue by ALG Vacations™. And we’re so happy you could join us. With this all-new…
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Leading the Recovery of the Caribbean Travel Industry

  • October 27, 2020
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A special commentary by Alejandro Reynal, CEO of Apple Leisure Group, as seen on TravelPulse Excerpted from Leading the Recovery of the Caribbean Travel Industry on TravelPulse.com. “What a difference…
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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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Puerto Vallarta – Find Safe Harbor in a Stunning Port

  • October 26, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Setting the spotlight on Puerto Vallarta, a perfect road-less-travelled but well-beloved destination for beach-goers. Once upon a time, when it came to travel, top-of-mind makes a destination a top choice.…
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Sun, Sand & Safety: How All-Inclusives Are Leading the Way to Healthier Travel

  • October 26, 2020
  • Kelly Gould
It’s a typical day on a tropical beach somewhere in the Caribbean, or perhaps Mexico. The breezes are cool, the ocean warm, and hours languorous. Butlers carry cocktails to waiting…
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The Best Workshops of Virtual Ascend 2020

  • October 24, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Who would have thought that the event of the year would be one conducted entirely online? And yet here we are, looking back at Virtual Ascend 2020 as the rousing…
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How to Choose the Right Transfer

  • October 22, 2020
  • Su-Jit Lin
Transfers are not exactly headliners when it comes to a vacation itinerary … but that’s not to say they’re not critically important. Getting to the resort and back to the…
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