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

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

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

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

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

March 25, 2026: Two of the USA’s most emerging regional destinations, Grapevine, Texas and Travel Oklahoma, have successfully completed a multi-city sales mission across New Zealand and Australia, connecting with key travel trade to showcase new opportunities for Australian and Kiwi travellers, with the overarching theme centred on a classic Route 66 adventure. Leading the sales mission were special guests, Heather Egan, Director of Leisure & International Sales for Grapevine

11 March 2026. WASHINGTON, DC –  There’s no city more synonymous with springtime than Washington, DC, and this year, visitors have even more reasons to discover its annual burst of seasonal energy. Over the coming months, the Tidal Basin will debut a more resilient infrastructure, wider walkways and 400 new trees – 250 of which were a 2024 gift from Japan. Destination DC , the official destination marketing organization for the nation’s capital, is spotlighting special offers

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

Tourism authority debuts new name and brand identity, inviting visitors to ‘Dive In’ to the Lake Tahoe experience  NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., October 10, 2025 –– Lake Tahoe Travel has been unveiled as the new brand for the region's destination management organization (DMO), formerly known as North Lake Tahoe. The new identity reflects both the diversity of its communities and the depth of the Lake Tahoe visitor experience. Representing the west, north, and east shores —