Air Canada’s Vacation’s Nino Montagnese has a message for travel advisors

As it celebrates 50 years of travel, Air Canada Vacation’s Vice President, Nino Montagnese penned a letter to travel advisors and supplier partners to say ‘Thanks.’ In it, Montagnese writes: “I wanted to take a moment to personally reach out and...

WestJet Vacations introduces Ocean Azure Playa Costa Mujeres

Tour Operators By TravelPress Staff October 6, 2025 WestJet Vacations is introducing Canadian travellers to Ocean Azure Playa Costa Mujeres as the newest addition to its expanding resort offering. Open for travel as of January 2026, this...

Justin Hamm, state's newest poet paureate, hails from Mexico, Missouri

Justin Hamm, a poet and elementary school librarian, was named Missouri's new poet laureate. His poetry often explores Midwestern life, and he has published five books of poetry. As poet laureate, Hamm plans to create a curriculum based on...

The top trending holiday spots in 2025 - including 3 European countries that are perfect in autumn

India has become the ultimate trending spot for travellers, with more than 376 million social media posts celebrating the country across Instagram and TikTok. Closer to home, Italy, France and Spain all made the list, providing some great...

“One of the greatest social conquests since WWII has been the tourism relationship between Spain and the UK”

The director of the Spanish Tourist Office UK, Manuel Butler, is extremely proud of the fact that ABTA has decided to celebrate its 75th anniversary by holding its annual convention in Calvia, setting a record for the number of times the travel...

Mexico’s Sheinbaum, marking 1st year in office, says ‘good’ trade deal with US in reach

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Sunday expressed confidence she would reach a good trade deal with the United States as she marked her first year in office with a huge, colorful rally. Thousands turned out in Mexico City’s main public...

THE 2026 WORLD CUP IN MEXICO IS A CATALYST FOR CHILD SEX TOURISM

As Mexico prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup—a massive event expected to bring a lot of people to its stadiums—there's a lot of excitement about the economic benefits and the global attention. However, there are concerns about a potential...

This is mysterious giant ‘Brown Snake’ spreads from Atlantic Ocean to Gulf of Mexico, posing threat to...

Massive 8,850 km Sargassum algae belt stretching from Africa to the Gulf of Mexico is harming marine life, releasing toxic gases, and threatening coastal economies as it grows rapidly due to warming oceans and pollution. A vast stretch of brown...

ATHLETES AS GLOBAL AMBASSADORS PROMOTING SPORTS TOURISM

Across the globe, destinations are increasingly leveraging the celebrity appeal of top athletes. Think football icons, Olympic legends – they're becoming key in showcasing countries and cities. In essence, sports are becoming a pretty effective...

All-inclusive family holidays are great… until you get there

I’m intrigued as to why so many of us are seduced by the idea of an all-inclusive. According to Abta, the travel trade body, about half a million UK families choose all-inclusive holidays each year. That’s almost 50 per cent of families with...

Gen Z's travel surge: discovering affordable adventures this shoulder season

It looks like young adventurers are ready to travel the world! This shoulder season, which falls before the busy summer months, has seen a big jump in travel plans among Gen Z. According to Airbnb, searches by these young travellers have soared by...

Claudia Sheinbaum’s Strong Leadership and Popularity One Year Into Mexican Presidency

One year after the inauguration of Mexico’s first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum, her support among the population remains high – about 70% of citizens express trust in her policies. Although this is slightly below the peak in February, this...

From World Cup to a cool head with Trump: why Mexico’s president is still so popular, one year on

One year on from her inauguration as Mexico’s first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum still commands the sort of popular support many leaders can only wish for. Roughly 70% of Mexicans approve of her performance, according to an August poll by...

Dash Simmons and Adrian Roach triumph in Mexico

Created: Oct 05, 2025 06:37 PM (Updated: Oct 05, 2025 06:37 PM) Saundre “Dash” Simmons, left, strikes Juan Andres Alaniz Diaz on his way to a technical-knockout victory on Saturday Boxers Saundre “Dash” Simmons and Adrian Roach made their travels...

The best holidays to book for November 2025, from beach breaks in Mexico to Japanese walking trails

November for winter sports fans means the start of the ski season in some high-altitude resorts, and the chance to get back on the slopes. If you prefer warm sunshine, head to Mexico’s Riviera Maya for some serious beach time, or explore the...

If you like surfing in Hawaii, then you will love Puerto Escondido in Mexico

Mention surfing and Hawaii immediately comes to mind. Dubbed the surf capital of the world, Hawaii is a name that echoes with the power of legendary breaks and surfing lore. The North Shore’s iconic, thunderous waves have long been the ultimate...

American Airlines Expands Miami–Caribbean Schedule for Peak Holiday Travel, From Puerto Rico to Jamaica

American Airlines is making a major expansion into the Caribbean for the upcoming holiday season, unveiling a significant ramp-up of flights from its Miami International Airport hub to destinations across the region. The move strengthens Miami’s...

Mexican president's popularity endures despite rising corruption concerns

MEXICO CITY — Tens of thousands of Mexicans are set to gather downtown Sunday in a choreographed tribute to President Claudia Sheinbaum, who closed out her initial year in office with approval ratings north of 70%. Apart from her personal...

This New Train Is Making It Easier to Explore Remote Corners of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula—How to Visit

Dawn was breaking over the lagoon when I looked down and saw one of the oldest life forms on earth. It wasn’t much to look at. Lumpy, white, and sitting just below the surface of the water, it resembled an overgrown cauliflower. But its appearance...

This new train is making it easier to explore remote corners of Mexico's Yucatan peninsula

Jake Naughton The view of Lake Bacalar from the boardwalk. Dawn was breaking over the lagoon when I looked down and saw one of the oldest life forms on earth. It wasn’t much to look at. Lumpy, white, and sitting just below the surface of the...