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Saddle up for a slice of Europe in the Wild West: Discover Nevada’s unexpected Basque side
22 June 2026: Northern Nevada is home to the Cowboy Corridor road trip route stretching from Reno to West Wendover, but beyond the wide open highways and breathtaking desert landscapes, the region also boasts a vibrant Basque community with roots dating back to the mid-19th century. The Basques, from northern Spain and southern France, first settled this rugged Nevada landscape more than a century ago, drawn by the gold and silver rushes. Today, their descendants continue to
Jun 224 min read


Utah Hosts 2026 “Sell Your Way to the USA”Winners on Prize FAM
Canadian travel advisors learn how Utah is Life Elevated® June 17, 2026 – Three Canadian travel advisors, who were winners in the Sell Your Way to the USA incentive campaign, have just returned from a prize FAM trip to Utah from June 3-9, 2026, hosted by the Utah Office of Tourism and its partners. The FAM participants included: Kristina Ziegler, Stonetown Travel, Baden, ON; Brett Tabor, Revolution Travel, Charlottetown, PE; and Vanessa Barone, Sportscorp Travel, Bolton, O
Jun 173 min read


Travel Oregon Hosts 2026 “Sell Your Way to the USA” Winners on Prize FAM
Canadian Travel Advisors Experience Oregon's Scenic Columbia Gorge, Coast and Portland Sue Kos, Envoyage; Thomas Moser, Travel Oregon; Anna Chalkadryan, CTMS Travel; Jennifer Quinlan, Trevello Travel Group June 15, 2026 – Three Canadian travel advisors, who were winners in the Sell Your Way to the USA incentive campaign, in partnership with Brand USA and Air Canada, have just returned from a prize FAM trip to Oregon from June 1-6, 2026, hosted by Travel Oregon. The FAM partic
Jun 152 min read


Washington, DC Travel Trade Insider
Welcome to the latest travel trade update from Destination DC for Australia and New Zealand. We’re excited to share what's new, seasonal itinerary highlights, and invite you to our next training webinar. Read on for tools to help you confidently sell Washington, DC. Peri McCardle Account Director - AU/NZ Seasonal Spotlight: Summer What’s Hot This Summer in DC: National Geographic Museum of Exploration (Opens 26 June 2026): Reopening after a major renov
Jun 111 min read


Utah - What's New
Salt Lake Temple Welcomes the World in 2027: On September 1, 2026, tickets will be released for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the public to tour the iconic Salt Lake Temple – considered the global headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The temple has been undergoing a multi-year seismic renovation which will be completed next year with the public open house scheduled from April 5-October 1, 2027. Walking tours of the temple and surrounding b
Jun 112 min read


Nevada - What's Hot
Las Vegas Welcomes the PWHL: The PWHL (Professional Women’s Hockey League) has announced its expansion to Las Vegas beginning with the 2026-27 season – no surprise from a city led by a female mayor and renowned as the Sports & Entertainment Capital of the World. The new team will share the ice with the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena and practice in Henderson, both located at the south end of The Strip, a great base for Canadian hockey fans looking to give new me
Jun 102 min read


Blockbuster Summer Awaits in Washington, DC
Headline openings, major exhibitions, free festivals and only-in-DC experiences set the stage for a landmark summer 4 June 2026 – Washington, DC is gearing up for a landmark summer, with major new attractions, headline cultural openings and a citywide calendar of free festivals and experiences ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. New highlights include the opening of the National Geographic Museum of Exploration, a major expansion of the National Air and Space Museum, and a
Jun 43 min read


World Cup Wanderlust: Nevada Road Trips Offer the Ultimate USA Adventure Beyond the FIFA World Cup
3 June 2026: As international fans travel to the United States this summer for the excitement of the FIFA World Cup, West Coast host cities including Los Angeles and San Francisco will be buzzing with energy, packed stadiums and passionate supporters from around the globe. But beyond the final whistle, an unforgettable American road trip adventure awaits just next door in Nevada, where visitors can swap match-day excitement for wide-open landscapes, quirky towns, epic outdoor
Jun 32 min read


What’s Hot In West Hollywood
West Hollywood: The penthouse of LA, where rooftopping is a sport of sorts, from sunrise to sunset From rooftop racquet sports and poolside yoga, to buzzy new dining openings and iconic skyline lounges, discover the elevated side of WeHo - morning, noon and well past golden hour. Petit Ermitage Hotel | Courtesy of VisitWestHollywood.com 2 June, 2026: In West Hollywood, rooftop culture is more than a golden-hour ritual; it’s a lifestyle. Positioned at the base of the Hollywood
Jun 25 min read


WASHINGTON, DC SEES SLIGHT GROWTH IN VISITATION IN 2025,RECORD ECONOMIC IMPACT FROM TOURISM
Over 27.2 million visitors power city’s economy, as domestic visitation trends slightly upward, while international visitation sees modest decline 20 May 2026 - WASHINGTON, DC – For the third year in a row, Washington, DC’s tourism industry set a record for visitation and economic impact. More than 27.2 million people visited the nation’s capital in 2025, modestly surpassing the previous year’s record by 20,000 visitors. Despite overall visitation remaining on par with 2024,
May 206 min read


Lights, Camera, Nevada: Set-Jetting takes centre stage across the Silver State
18 May 2026: From the glittering neon-lit energy of Reno and Downtown Las Vegas, to vast desert backdrops, rugged nature and alpine lakes, Nevada has long provided a striking canvas for filmmakers. With thousands of productions filmed across the state, there are many standout locations where set-jetting enthusiasts can experience their own movie moment. Just a few of Nevada’s big-screen locations include: Downtown Las Vegas - While the Las Vegas Strip often takes the spotl
May 184 min read


The Utah Office of Tourism Launches Canadian Travel Advisor Incentive to Celebrate Utah Specialist Academy 2.0
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: New program rewards both new and existing Utah Specialists with exclusive FAM opportunities. Canada, April 20, 2026 — The Utah Office of Tourism is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new incentive program for Canadian travel advisors, timed with the rollout of the enhanced Utah Specialist Academy 2.0. Designed to increase engagement, deepen destination knowledge, and drive visitation, the program rewards both newly certified and existing Uta
Apr 202 min read


Snohomish County: Spring Edition
Nearly three and a half years after the host cities were announced, the field is finally set for a soccer tournament that is poised to become the biggest sporting event in the history of the world. The 2026 FIFA World Cup™ is taking its first-ever expanded 48-team tournament to 16 cities throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. That’s 104 matches that will play across 3,500 miles over 39 days. In just a few short months, the Pacific Northwest embarks on a once-in-a-l
Apr 92 min read


What's New in Oregon
For accessible travel: After Oregon earned the landmark designation as the first U.S. state to become “Accessibility Verified” by Wheel the World this past Fall, Travel Oregon has now been recognized by the Travel + Leisure Global Vision Awards , one of the travel industry’s most prestigious honours recognising people and organisations dedicated to the future of sustainable and inclusive travel. Selected as one of 24 winners globally, Travel Oregon was recognized for its st
Apr 92 min read


What's Hot in Washington, DC April to June 2026
7 April 2026: Few cities announce spring like Washington, DC. From the Tidal Basin to its charming streets, the city bursts into pink for the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Free events include the Blossom Kite Festival, Petalpalooza at Navy Yard, and the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade. Hotels, restaurants, bars, and tours embrace the season with themed picnics, seasonal menus and high teas. Washington Monument - Washington, DC DC is buzzing with new openings and h
Apr 79 min read


Travel Nevada Launches Free Digital Passport to Experience Nevada’s Extraterrestrial Side
2 April, 2026 – Travel Nevada invites adventure-seekers to discover the quirky roadside attractions beneath Nevada’s expansive and starry skies with the Area 51(ish) Adventure, a free digital passport experience connecting travellers to some of the state’s most out-of-this-world destinations. Packed with alien-themed stops, legendary UFO lore, and wide-open desert landscapes, the Area 51(ish) Adventure leads participants through a region synonymous with close encounters and
Apr 12 min read


New Nevada Series Highlights Road Trip Experiences with Alex Honnold
To inspire future travel, Nevada has launched a new TV show hosted by ‘Free Solo’ star Alex Honnold – the world-renowned rock climber who just completed a historic, ropeless climb of Taipei 101 on Netflix’s ‘Skyscraper Live.’ The five-part series, called Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold , shifts Honnold’s focus from extreme climbs to everyday adventures throughout his home state of Nevada. Traveling throughout the Silver State in his van, he takes on bucket-list exp
Mar 302 min read


New MICHELIN Guide for the American Southwest
The MICHELIN Guide has announced it is expanding into the American Southwest for the first time, with a new regional guide covering Utah and its partners Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. The MICHELIN Guide’s anonymous Inspectors are already in the region and scouting for culinary talent throughout Utah. The full restaurant selection will be revealed during the annual 2026 MICHELIN Guide Southwest ceremony to be held later this year. This allows Canadians ample time to make fut
Mar 302 min read


What’s Hot In West Hollywood
10 Unmistakably West Hollywood Experiences Where creative energy meets laid-back sophistication, there’s no place quite like WeHo. Sunset Strip | Courtesy of Visit West Hollywood 26 March, 2026: Travellers dreaming of a quintessential Los Angeles escape are invited to choose the destination that brings together culture, creativity, culinary, wellness, comedy and live music all within a concentration of just under five square kilometres — West Hollywood. There are few places
Mar 255 min read


Travel Nevada Shows Canadians How To“Get A Little Out There” March 17-22, 2026
March 25, 2026, Vancouver, BC – Travel Nevada and its partners showed Canadians how to “Get A Little Out There” with a cross-country road show to Toronto, Montreal and Calgary from March 17-22, 2026, engaging with travel advisors and trade partners, as well as exhibiting at the Calgary Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show. Travel Nevada’s partners included: Bramer Tours, Buzzy Brand Vegas Tours, Lake Tahoe Travel, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Association - Southern Nevada
Mar 242 min read
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