see article re insurance coverage due to Venezuela impacts. A good reason to buy CFAR (Coverage for all Risks) insurance ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Daily Newsletter From Travel Agent Central <[email protected]>To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:38:10 AM PSTSubject: Travel Insurance Claims, New Commissions + Leadership Shifts to Watch Welcome to TAC Daily | | | | Daily |
| | | Editor's Note: Todayâs top story is a reminder that the fine print matters, especially right now. Travelers are navigating travel insurance claims amid renewed U.S.âVenezuela tensions, making advisor guidance more essential than ever. On the brighter side, thereâs fresh money on the table with a new Classic VacationsâHilton commission deal and TTC Tour Brands rolling out its latest âBig Travel Sale.â Elsewhere, Sonesta has tapped Keith Pierce and Jeff Leer as co-CEOs to steer its next growth phase, Oasis Travel Network is launching OTN Academy to support new advisors, and Civitatis has joined ABCâ˘CCRA as a preferred partner. And in a notable hospitality crossover, former Standard International CEO Amber Asher is set to launch Helbraun Leveyâs hotel practice â proof that talent (and opportunity) continues to move across sectors. - Cameron Sperance, Content/Editorial Director, Questex Travel | | | A message from SandalsÂŽ Resorts | | | | | Top News Jan 13, 2026 | | | | | | | | Travelers Navigate Travel Insurance Claims After U.S.-Venezuela Tensions Squaremouth offers advice to travelers on what their policies may cover and what next steps they should take. | | | | | | | | | | | New Deal: Earn Extra Commission with Classic Vacations & Hilton Travel advisors have until the end of the month to finalize bookings to qualify for the bonus commission. | | | | | | | | | | | Sonesta Taps Keith Pierce and Jeff Leer as Co-CEOs to Lead Next Phase of Growth Pierce and Leer will succeed John Murray, who is retiring from his role at Sonesta and as EVP of The RMR Group, effective March 31. | | | | | | A message from SandalsÂŽ Resorts | | | | | | | | | | | Oasis Travel Network Launches OTN Academy for New Travel Advisors OTN Academy offers a structured, guided training experience that provides new advisors with the education, industry access, and support needed to launch a travel business. | | | | | | | | | | | TTC Tour Brands Announces âBig Travel Saleâ The companyâs portfolio of brands are offering discounts on top itineraries until February 27. | | | | | | | | | | | Amber Asher to launch Helbraun Levey's hotel practice The former Standard International CEO will lead the restaurant law firm's new practice. | | | | | | | | | | | Civitatis Joins ABCâ˘CCRA as Preferred Partner The partnership marks a key milestone in Civitatisâ B2B expansion strategy, and offers access to over 9,000 travel agencies supported by ABCâ˘CCRA worldwide. | | | | | | | | Latest News: Stay up to date on the latest news in the Destinations industry. Check it out. | | | | | A message from SandalsÂŽ Resorts | | The only ice here is in your clientsâ bottomless drinks. Connect your clients to the Caribbeanâs best value all-inclusive vacation for adults â where sunshine comes standard and the winter blues donât stand a chance. | | |  | | More from Luxury Travel Advisor | | Donât Call it a Cruise: A Hotel Aficionado Falls for âOcean Travelâ How Explora I converted a hotel aficionado in just three nights. | | Barcelona, ÂĄVamos! 3 Luxe Hotels to Know Before You Go A trio of luxury hotels in the culture-packed Catalan capital. | | Armani Strikes Global Deal to Expand Hotel Empire Giorgio Armani has signed a worldwide exclusive joint venture with Symphony Global to significantly expand the Armani Hotels & Resorts footprint. | | U.S. Travel: The Government Shutdownâs $6B Toll on Travel and the U.S. Economy On average, the U.S. saw 88,000 fewer trips per dayâa clear signal of how quickly uncertainty and disruption suppress travel activity. | | Mexican Caribbean Tourism Board Launches Advisory Board Top U.S. and Mexican travel leaders convened in New York City, focusing on strategies to elevate the Mexican Caribbean as a world-class destination. | | | A message from SandalsÂŽ Resorts | | SandalsÂŽ Resorts: Winter? Never Heard Of It. | | | | | | | | | | | | |  | | | | 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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