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12 December 2025 – Qantas, American Airlines, Brand USA and destination partners across the United States have officially wrapped up the 2025 Sell Your Way to the USA incentive – celebrating 15 outstanding Australian and New Zealand travel advisors who earned their place on immersive experiences across the U.S. Launched in February 2025 for Australia and July 2025 for New Zealand, the incentive brought together key destinations including Destination DC, Grapevine Convention &

Park-hop Nevada's State Parks, Great Basin National Park, and beyond 8 December 2025: Nevada is home to more than two dozen state parks, one national park and a range of diverse recreation areas; from iconic natural wonders like Lake Tahoe and Valley of Fire - renowned for turquoise waters, fiery red rocks, and rich cultural stories - to hidden gems such as Great Basin National Park and Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park. Unlike neighbouring states, many of Nevada’s parks remain

A New Visitor Experience for America’s 250th Anniversary In 2026, the U.S. will celebrate its 250th anniversary, America250 . In Utah, the milestone is being marked by the Walk250 challenge, encouraging every resident and visitor to harness the power of the state’s stunning red rock and mountain landscapes and move 250 miles. Walk, run, hike, cycle, ski – participants can choose any outdoor activity to complete the challenge by July 2026, and log their adventures on the Walk

Nevada’s Great Basin Shines as U.S. National Parks Mark America250 Nevada’s Great Basin National Park  is home to the bristlecone pine, considered the oldest tree on earth, majestic Wheeler Peak at 3,981 metres high, and Lehman Caves , whose infrastructure is currently undergoing enhancement to ensure a quality underground experience, reopening Spring 2026. Nevada’s Great Basin Highway and Death Valley Rally were curated to lead road trippers to two national parks – fitting

Located just minutes from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Grapevine, Texas has officially transformed into the Christmas Capital of Texas®, offering plenty of festive highlights. Featured below are some upcoming events, a brand-new two-week Texas Wild & Wonderful itinerary and other travel inspiration for your clients. FESTIVE HIGHLIGHTS IN GRAPEVINE Grapevine officially kicked off the Christmas season on Monday, November 24. Below are some upcoming festive highlight

27 November 2025: Three lucky New Zealand travel agents – winners of the Sell Your Way to the USA 2025 incentive program – travelled with air partner American Airlines to Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska in November 2025. They were joined by two additional participants, forming a lively crew ready to discover Alaska’s spectacular Urban & Wild experiences. The three winners included Lee Rabbidge of Infinity Holidays, Swapnil Bhate of Flight Centre Auckland, and Gianfranco Bel

Buck Atom's Cosmic Curious on Route 66 | Tulsa 21 November 2025: National Geographic has unveiled its coveted annual Best of the World list, naming Oklahoma as one of the 25 most awe-inspiring, meaningful and immersive travel experiences for the year ahead. The state earned this prestigious recognition for its unparalleled Route 66 heritage and its rich collection of themed experiences celebrating America’s most iconic driving route. With the centennial of Route 66 approach

17 November 2025 - Three top-performing New Zealand travel advisors have returned home, newly equipped to sell the diverse landscapes of Utah, following their participation in the ‘Sell Your Way to the USA’ 2025 incentive program . The winners spent a dynamic week exploring the state’s contrast of alpine valleys and iconic red-rock canyons on a comprehensive self-drive familiarisation trip. The winners— Jodi van de Wydeven (Two Feet Agency), Sophie Shaw (NZ Travel Broker

As the aspens turn gold, the air turns crisp, and Lake Tahoe shines a sapphire blue, the region offers a quieter, more relaxed pace for memorable fall getaways across the west, north, and east shores. Where to Stay With diverse and inviting lodging options that cater to every style and budget, you’re sure to find the perfect home base for your fall adventure. The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe | Photo Credit Vance Fox Luxury Resorts For the traveller seeking a full-service, upscale

Utah Levels Up: Historic Expansions, New Gondolas and a Golden Season Ahead 7 November 2025 - Few places in the ski world are evolving as rapidly or as ambitiously as Utah. With the 2034 Olympic Winter Games officially returning, the spotlight is once again on the state’s unmatched mountain access, resort infrastructure and commitment to innovation. The 2025-26 season brings some of the most significant terrain expansions in ski industry history, alongside new lifts, base ar

Small trendy bars, big-name chefs, major sports make DC a hot destination this winter 6 November 2025 - WASHINGTON, DC – With a seemingly endless array of seasonal celebrations and ways to embrace the holiday spirit, DC shines brightly this winter. Discover beloved local traditions, like lavishly decorated hotels, European style holiday markets, tree lighting ceremonies and seasonal theater. Combine these experiences with a flurry of exciting restaurant and trendy bar opening

15 October 2025  – A select group of Australian travel advisors recently earned their spot on the annual Sell Your Way to the USA 2025 incentive famil, experiencing an action-packed week exploring Grapevine, Texas and Oklahoma. They travelled on the direct service to Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport with airline partner, Qantas.  Amanda Graham from Chirn Park Travel on the Gold Coast, Anthony Tuy from Flight Centre Wetherill Park in Sydney, and Kathryn Yule from

9 October 2025 - The Utah Office of Tourism, in partnership with Delta Air Lines and Rocky Mountaineer, recently hosted eight of Flight Centre Group’s top-selling travel advisors on a bucket list fam trip to see and experience the icons of Utah.  The group experienced Utah’s world-renowned national parks, scenic byways, charming towns, and signature hospitality, arming them with firsthand product knowledge to better inspire and sell the destination to Australian travellers.

8 October 2025: From stories of UFO sightings along the Extraterrestrial Highway and haunted historical mining towns to the world-famous Clown Motel , Travel Nevada invites curious travellers to explore the mysterious side of the Silver State with the launch of the Paranormal Passport 2.0 .  Nevada is referred to as the weirdest, wildest West for a reason! Between a little government facility by the name of Area 51 , mannequin cities built just for atomic bombing, multiple

Travelers are encouraged to continue to enjoy fall in Washington, DC, including events, attractions, hotels, restaurants, sports and theater WASHINGTON, DC – Oct. 7, 2025 -  In preparation for questions from potential visitors, Destination DC (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for the nation’s capital, is proactively relaunching its “DC is Open” campaign. The purpose is to amplify the message that despite the federal government shutdown, the city is open a

Celebrating 40 years of The Loneliest Road in America In 2026, Nevada will mark the 40th anniversary of The Loneliest Road in America , a moniker bestowed by Life magazine on its stretch of U.S. Route 50 for seemingly having no points of interest. Locals and travellers embraced the title and decades later the route is now one of 10 themed Nevada road trips and considered one of the most iconic road trips in the American West, fitting as the United States celebrates its 250th

Travel Oregon partners with Wheel the World to pioneer a new standard for inclusive travel September 29 2025  – The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon , has worked with Wheel the World (WTW) to earn the state of Oregon a landmark designation: the first state to become “Accessibility Verified.” The designation elevates transparency and promotes inclusivity in travel experiences for people with visible and non-visible disabilities. This milestone follows a coordinate

World Curling Championships Coming to Utah  Home to the Greatest Snow on Earth®, Utah has a strong winter sport reputation as the future host of the 2034 Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games. Canadian winter sport fans will see Utah host the upcoming World Men's Curling Championship from March 28 to April 5, 2026 in Ogden. The venue previously hosted curling during the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. Located 40 minutes north of Salt Lake City, Ogden is home to Powder Mountain, the l

25 September 2025  – Perfectly positioned just minutes from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Grapevine, Texas is a vibrant destination where you can experience authentic Texas charm. With new hotel projects, seasonal celebrations and added attractions, Grapevine continues to offer plenty of reasons to visit year-round. Here’s a glimpse of what’s new and happening in Grapevine, Texas: CHRISTMAS CAPITAL OF TEXAS® As the Christmas Capital of Texas®, Grapevine transforms

Only one bear can be crowned Fat Bear Week champion Grazer -  2024 Fat Bear Week Champion 19 September 2025 : From the rugged beauty of Alaska’s wilderness comes an extraordinary annual showdown -  Fat Bear Week . Some of the largest brown bears on Earth make their home at Brooks River in Katmai National Park, Alaska.  This year, voting runs September 24 - October 1 (AEDT / NZDT). Even if you’re thousands of kilometres away in Australia or New Zealand, you can be part of one