The 2022 Mid-Year Bucket List Report
When we rounded the corner on COVID, travel burst with pent-up demand. People across America were escaping the confines of their own communities at rapid speed to make up for…
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Gas Is Up. Are People Still Traveling?
Fuel prices have skyrocketed, impacting road and air travel costs. But is it affecting summer travel plans and booking sales? Here are the stats on summer 2022 travel you need…
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Sober Travel: 9 Expert-Approved Tips on How to Make All-Inclusives Feel More Inclusive
Staying sober on vacation may feel daunting, but with these behavioral health expert-approved tips, it’s may not be out of reach. For some, the lure of the all-inclusive is a…
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Behind the Gates: A Peek Inside TRS Cap Cana
Everybody knows about Punta Cana. It’s the primary destination most leisure travelers associate with Dominican Republic, its Bavaro Beach practically synonymous with the country itself. … But only the privileged…
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Travel Advisors Share: Life-Affirming Experiences
The third installment of the Travel Advisors Share series are all about touching moments—life-impacting and life-affirming moments travel professionals are privileged to be a part of. Travel is transformative. Whether…
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Trip Interruptions, Travel Delays & More: What Are You Covered For?
Travel’s back … but not all of its airline staff. Here’s how to protect yourself against the delays and cancellations that have been hitting the headlines. Travel is back! Destinations…
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Unsure About Medical Coverage While Traveling? Here’s What You Need to Know
As COVID becomes less a life-threatening risk, travelers should still never let their guard down when it comes to their health. Have you heard the great news? Testing is no…
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Cool Pools, From Popping Bottles & Scenes to Accessible Dreams
Why do we travel to beachfront resorts? Honestly … to look at the beach from your chair in or near the gorgeous pool. Because while Mother Nature is an absolute…
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Beyond Just June: Pride Festivals Around the World for the Rest of the Year
It’s July already (how?!) and you didn’t celebrate Pride with travel this year. But don’t worry—you haven’t missed the boat! Just because Americans have designated June as Pride month doesn’t…
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Why Secrets® Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort Should Host Your Next Event
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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Travel Advisors Share: The Most Special Treatment & Special Moments Ever Scored
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
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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Hotel Confidential Insider Tips: Character & Setting
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
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
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
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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Hotel Confidential Insider Tips: Party in the USA
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
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
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
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”
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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Family Travel Tips: How to Avoid the Dreaded “Are We There Yet?” with Kids
“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
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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Four Ways to Soothe Travel Jitters
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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8 Resorts Where Romance is Year-Round … But Extra Special Now
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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Don’t Be SAD: How to Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder
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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More Than a Destination: Why Individual Resort Details Matter for Destination Weddings
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’
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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Gifts from Travels for This Holiday Season
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
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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Live a Little … Or a Lot at Live Aqua Beach Resort
We go on vacation to be present. To feel, in every sense of the word, and get back in touch with what it even means to feel. The landscapes always…
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The Top 5 Most Unique, Sumptuous, Gourmet All-Inclusive Resort Dining Experiences
Think all-inclusive fare is just buffets and beachside grills? No way! These over-the-top, once-in-a-lifetime high-end experiences are worth traveling for, even without the posh digs and exemplary service. Some people…
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Something to Taco ‘Bout
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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A Match Made in Paradise: The Best Resorts for a Blissed-Out Big Day
Find love at first stay at these destination wedding resorts. More than any other element, where you set the scene sets the whole tone for your big day. What’s so…
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Can’t Go to Europe? Count on Curaçao Instead
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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My Big, Fat Gay Wedding … And Where to Have It
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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Hotels to Take Pride In
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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Pride on the Beach: The 9 Best Beach Destinations in the U.S. for LGBTQ Travelers
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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Pride on the Beach: Top 14 International LGBTQ Beach Destinations to Travel To
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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When Traveling, Mask On or Mask Off?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Need a Break? Join ALGV On Our Newest Virtual FAM Series!
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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Taking Your Travel Catalog Game to the Next Level: The All-New ALG Vacations™ Travelogue
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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Small Business Saturday Checklist
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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Puerto Vallarta – Find Safe Harbor in a Stunning Port
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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The Best Workshops of Virtual Ascend 2020
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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