Bringing back our Ask a Pro series to reveal the best local spots and hidden gems that any visitor to Maui should make sure to experience.

RIU Hotels & Resorts is a tried, true, and trusted all-inclusive resort brand … but that doesn’t mean they’re sitting on their laurels. Here are all of the innovations and updates for 2025 so far.

A quick, easy, breezy luxury getaway for last-minute summer booking is closer than you think. Here’s where you can get away to NOW.

Everyone knows that packaging hotel and air together offers savings to travelers. But did you know about the benefits to travel advisors?

Kindness within the travel community ought to extend to the destination community. Here is how ALG Vacations® is approaching this next chapter of the Kindness Movement.

Gone are the “Grands;” welcome to the era of JOIA for Iberostar Beachfront Resorts. Here’s what you need to know about this new sub-brand.

A below-the-radar collection of luxurious properties, Couples Resorts in Jamaica raise the bar for inclusions.

We did a deep dive into the grand prize trip in Dubai. But the other trips we’re giving away are winners in their own right as well.

From private islands to overwater villas, the new-built Princess Hotels & Resorts in Jamaica are a royal retreat unlike any other on the island.

ALG Vacations® aims to outdo themselves every May for Travel Advisor Appreciation Month. But for 2025, the grand prize might be their biggest yet – a week in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.

Get a look behind the scenes at the setting of the April 2025 ALG Vacations® Pros in Paradise event at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal.

Thailand has long been a sought-after destination, but recently, it's gained even more attention as one of 2025’s hottest travel spots—thanks in part to the buzz from "The White Lotus" and its stunning backdrops ...

When a TV show becomes a cultural phenomenon, it doesn’t just spark conversations—it sparks wanderlust. That’s exactly what’s happened with The White Lotus. HBO’s critically acclaimed series has redefined the idea of luxury travel ...

From sun-drenched Sicilian resorts to the pristine beaches of Hawaii, today’s travelers aren’t just looking to get away—they’re looking to step into the world of their favorite shows. Welcome to the era of set-jetting, where TV and film are the ultimate travel inspiration.

With United Airline’s launch of nonstop flights from Newark / New York to Madeira Island and Faro, Portugal, the next question is which region to explore first?

Multi-generational and extended family reunions, bachelor/ette parties, and milestone birthdays have all become common and much-welcomed inspirations for which to gather the gang, and why not? Here's a brand travel advisors trust for this travel style.

People already associate the DR as a failsafe, reliable vacation destination for relaxation. But Puerto Plata proves that Dominican Republic certainly “has it all.”

One of the select few resorts accepted to the Luxe by ALG Vacations® portfolio, La Casa de la Playa shows all-inclusive high-end properties in Mexico exactly how luxury is done.

Here's what you should know about this year’s flexible, customizable wedding packages available through Iberostar Hotels & Resorts.

The recently renovated Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda is full of surprises, not least of them, one of the most memorable Indian tasting journeys you can experience … INCLUDED.

Easy to get to from the East Coast, these biodiverse, historic lands offer eco-tourism in preserved jungles and wild hilltops, blast-from-the-past cityscapes, and of course, some of the world’s most glorious beaches. Here are some of ALG Vacations’® favorites for a trip to the Caribbean.

Recent renovations, great new additions, and thrilling entertainment are only the start of why the Bahia Principe in Punta Cana is a worth a double take.

New year, new properties! Here are the five most eagerly awaited reopenings and grand openings in the Caribbean and Mexico.

Get the Hotel Confidential fast facts on the Curio Collection by Hilton’s newly built Zemi Miches All-Inclusive Resort in Dominican Republic.

Just because ALGV is in the business of air and land packages doesn’t mean you can’t earn with our brands for seafaring vacations. Here’s how.

For over three decades, Amstar™ DMC has been the destination management company countless travel advisors have relied on for clients heading to Mexico, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, and Hawaii. Now, in honor of their 35th anniversary, they’re doubling down on their commitment to delivering exceptional experiences.

While our deeper deals for Black Fri-YAY may be the most valuable part of your Small Business Saturday push, ALGV360⁰ can be yours.

The top tips and takeaways from the ALG Vacations® Small Business Saturday social media webinars, hosted by some of the industry’s most “influential” experts.

Small Business falls late this year, on November 30. Time to get a head start on the preparations! ALG Vacations® has a number of ways.

This summer, don’t forget to explore the wonderful shorefronts in our own back yards with ALG Vacations® brands! These are the destinations currently in highest demand.

ALG Vacations® believes strongly in our advisor partners, and we’ve long been backing up our words with action and investment. … But we know what you REALLY want to know. What are the prizes and giveaways for Travel Advisor Appreciation Month?!

One of our hotels to watch in 2024, Riu Palace Aquarelle has opened its doors as of May 4. A new build located on Falmouth, Jamaica’s White Bay Beach, this all-inclusive resort is perched on a shore as soft as the sugar the region was once known for ...

Travel Advisor Champion Carson Kressley launches ALGV’s monthlong celebration with a first-time-ever experience and star-powered support.

Whether on vacation, traveling, or at work, you can always find a space to go for a walk. Walking is, for many, an accessible exercise, and it has multiple health benefits. The little things you do every day add up to bigger results—and I can’t think of a better way to get started and stay consistently active than walking.

February is American Heart Month, a time when all people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. Heart disease continues to be the greatest health threat to Americans and is still the leading cause of death worldwide, according to the AHA's Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics – 2021 Update. But something quite simple can have a deeper impact than you can imagine.

The first feature in a new monthly wellness series from ALG Vacations’ health and wellness coach, David Pritchard.

Here’s how we recommend seeing – and staying in – Spain’s Big Three, Barcelona, Madrid, and Seville, for a well-rounded taste of why this country is such a location scout, history buff, and art enthusiast darling.

Adding flights to vacation packages isn’t just a great way to give your customers more value and convenience. It’s also an effective means of boosting your sales, providing higher commissions per booking and bringing you closer to Elite or WAVEMAKER® status—and benefits—faster. Of course, not every client is going to want the same type of airfare. Some will want Exclusive Nonstop Vacation Flights. Then, there will be those who want the lowest fare. That’s where NDC comes in.

For this Ask a Pro interview, we ask experienced dog trainer, pet book author, and petcare professional Victoria Schade shares her best advice for finding the right doggy day care and/or dog boarding facility for your pet.

Straight-from-the-hotel travel hacks on how to make the most out of a stay at Zoëtry® Marigot Bay Saint Lucia and Breathless® Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa

Gifts for travel-lovers are literally all over the place! This traveler gift guide will help you narrow down your options to the best holiday gift ideas for your favorite frequent fliers.

Think your travel agency is too small to matter? You couldn’t be more wrong! Here are some important stats you need to know about how vital small businesses are to our economy.

Why should the emphasis on buying local to travel global be restricted to just one day a year? It’s a philosophy we don’t agree with at ALGV, because in the spirit of kindness, we think every day is one that we should celebrate small businesses. Here’s how we do it.

The travel industry – and consumer tourists! – have been abuzz about the historic passport processing backlog that’s been plaguing us since … well, our plague. We Ask a Pro to find out the best way to get to the front of the line.

Get ready for Small Business Saturday November 25, 2023! Find out what’s in ALGV’s Small Business Saturday toolkit for travel advisors this year.

Food allergies can be a matter of life and death, which is why it’s so important to know the difference between a sensitivity and an allergy and how to protect your loved ones or others from life-threatening reactions. We Ask a Pro some of the most common questions about traveling with and with awareness of food allergies: Dr. Gill Hart, PhD, Scientific Director of YorkTest Laboratories.

Ultimately, we end up buying a lot of sometimes pricey new gear that end up being uni-taskers or forgotten – otherwise known as a waste of money. And as everyone is looking to reduce clutter, whether it’s Marie Kondo’s KonMari or Swedish death cleaning style, as well as being more kind with our travel – including to our environment by reducing waste and material consumerism – upcycling is something we should all be getting on board with. To help us get started on how to give goods a second life, we Ask a Pro: Nicole Suydam, President and CEO of ShopGoodwill.com.

When traveling, how can you reduce your chance of stomach upset? And how can you tell if you’re sick-sick – with a bug or food poisoning – or you’ve just overdone it? Well, since we didn’t know the answer, we figured it was the perfect thing to Ask a Pro about. We spoke with a gastroenterologist to learn how much tummy trouble constituted a stomach problem and how to avoid aggravating your gut when traveling.

Going away is easy ... but leaving your dog behind is hard! The struggle couldn’t be more real when in-the-family petcare isn’t available. And when you’re stuck and scrambling, how will you know you’re making the best decision for your beloved bestie? To answer these questions, we went to Ask a Pro. Meet Amanda Berjeski, practice manager at Resurgence Veterinary Mobility animal rehab center in East Atlanta … and experienced pet-sitter. Here are some tips she offered to help you set your mind at ease.

In our latest installment of Ask a Pro, we connect with one of the top 100 travel bloggers in the world, macro-influencer Ady Wright, for her top tips on how to build sustainable success in the world of social media.