keady - notice article about new longest flight but gives no miles, hours nor aircraft type ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Daily Newsletter From Travel Agent Central <[email protected]>To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:37:58 AM PSTSubject: Daily Newsletter From Travel Agent Central A New Cruise Tragedy Rocks the Industry | | | | Daily |
| | | Editor's Note: It’s been a turbulent start to the week in travel: An elderly cruise guest’s death after reportedly being left behind has sparked fresh debate over cruise line accountability. Meanwhile, Norwegian Cruise Line is charting new territory out of Jacksonville, and Royal Clipper has revealed summer 2026 sailings through Croatia, Montenegro and Italy. On the air side, Delta is set to resume Tel Aviv service from both Atlanta and Boston, while Singapore Airlines is about to lose its bragging rights for operating the world’s longest flight. Plus, Kimkim is officially opening its new Travel Advisor Platform, and Talma Travel Solutions is expanding Down Under with its latest acquisition. - Cameron Sperance, Content/Editorial Director, Questex Travel | | | A message from fiesta americana travelty | | | | | Top News Nov 4, 2025 | | | | | | | | New in Cruise: Elderly Guest Dies After Being Left Behind An elderly guest left behind on Australia's uninhabited Lizard Island was found dead. Big cruise companies donate for hurricane relief. New ships debut. | | | | | | | | | | | Kimkim Debuts Travel Advisor Platform The company, known for its personalized, locally crafted itineraries, is marking the launch with a commission bonus and FAM trip incentives. | | | | | | | | | | | Talma Travel Solutions Acquires Bay Travel Group, Expands into Australia The $10 million acquisition of Bay Travel Group marks a key milestone in the company’s expansion, reinforcing its position in the Asia-Pacific corporate travel market. | | | | | | A message from PROMPERU | | Webinar: What makes Peru a Uniquely Wonderful Destination Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | 11am ET / 8am PT Discover why Peru stands among the world’s top emerging luxury travel destinations. You'll gain insider insights, destination updates, and curated itineraries designed to inspire travelers looking for authentic, transformative, and unforgettable journeys. Register here to join us! | | | | | | | | | New York–Singapore Set to Lose World’s Longest Flight Crown CEA’s Shanghai–Auckland–Buenos Aires route is set to become the world’s first commercial route linking antipodal cities and the world’s longest single flight. | | | | | | | | | | | Norwegian Cruise Line Begins Service From Jacksonville for the First Time The cruise line has launched new itineraries to the Bahamas and the Caribbean from JAXPORT aboard Norwegian Gem. | | | | | | | | | | | Delta to Resume Tel Aviv Service from Atlanta and Boston Flights from Atlanta will launch April 15, 2026, followed by daily service from Boston beginning October 24, 2026. | | | | | | | | | | | Royal Clipper to Explore Croatia, Montenegro and Italy During the Summer of 2026 The world’s largest five-masted ship will sail roundtrip out of Venice every Saturday from June 27 through August 22, 2026, with fares starting at $2,570 per person, double. | | | | | | | | Latest News: Stay up to date on the latest news in the Destinations industry. Check it out. | | | |  | | More from Luxury Travel Advisor | | Travel Planners International Announces New Luxury Division Luxe House is set to debut in early 2026; applications for the first group of advisors will be open for submission on November 17. | | Hyatt Reintroduces Alila With Experiences-Driven Campaign If time is increasingly the new benchmark of luxury, one hotel brand is working overtime to ensure guests make the most of theirs between check-in and check-out. | | Ennismore to Expand in Spain with The Hoxton, Madrid The new hotel will mark the brand’s debut in the Spanish capital and its second Hoxton property in the country. | | AmEx Opens 31st Centurion Lounge at Salt Lake City International Airport The nearly 18,000-square-foot space features a year-round outdoor terrace with mountain views, a ski-lodge inspired Hearth Room, chef-driven menus, and more. | | Inspirato Launches Luxury Catamaran Charters Travelers can set sail in style aboard six catamarans now available to charter via the Inspirato Bespoke team. | | Sea Cloud Cruises Names Bill Smith Brand Ambassador for North America As brand ambassador, the industry icon will play a key role in enhancing Sea Cloud Cruises’ profile among luxury travelers and the travel trade. | | | | | | | | | | | |  | | | | Connect Advertise | Subscriptions Manage Your Subscription Contact Support | | | Our team | | | Group President: Alexi Khajavi Marketing Coordinator: Tania Madrid | Content/Editorial Director: Cameron Sperance | | | | This email was sent to [email protected] as part of the Travel Agent Central email list. | | | | | | | Privacy Policy | | | |
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