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The British Norad Travel Group acquired by the Israeli Talma
Talma Shlomo Travel Solutions has reached an agreement to acquire British travel management company Norad Travel Group. The acquisition of Hampshire-based Norad Travel is part of Israeli-based Talma’s global expansion plans. Financial details of the exchange were not disclosed. Norad Travel, which operates as both a corporate and leisure agency, has been a strategic partner …
First National Bank’s Travel Club, First Adventurers Visit Alaska – The Post-Searchlight
Members of First National Bank’s First Adventurers Travel Club recently enjoyed a Northern Lights tour in Alaska. The tour started in Fairbank, Alaska including Fountainhead Auto Museum, Alyeska Pipeline, Dog Sled Rides, Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitor Center, World Ice Art Championship, and a few enjoyed a quick ride by motor plane to the Arctic …
A research project aims to understand predatory lending in Salinas. | News
Unforeseen circumstances – a sudden illness or an eviction notice – can put low-income families in a difficult situation: getting the money they need to stay afloat in the short term, but risk falling into the clutches of predatory lenders. According to experts, the people who are trapped in these bad debt loans are mostly …
NYAG settles with online travel agency over use of “dark models” and other misleading marketing – Advertising, Marketing and Branding
To print this article, all you need to do is be registered or log in to Mondaq.com. The New York Attorney General’s Office announced that it has reached a $2.6 million settlement with Fareportal Inc., the operator of online travel websites CheapOair.com and OneTravel.com, resolving the charges that the company used “dark models” and other …
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More low-income Canadians took out installment loans during the pandemic – and had to pay interest rates of up to 60%
A new report highlights the impact high-cost loans have had on low-income borrowers during the pandemic, citing examples of people falling into ‘vicious cycles of debt’ as they struggle to cover the rising cost of bills . The report released Thursday by ACORN, which advocates for low- and middle-income Canadians, comes as the non-profit group …
What are the keys to the success of a travel agency?
Consistency, a commitment to learn and a plan for the future are some of the most essential elements needed for success, a travel consultant told a panel of agency hosts, consortia and franchise executives. . The panel, “Leadership and the Importance of Consortia, Franchisors, and Host Agencies That Represent Your Interests” was moderated by Anne …
Gear Guide: In the Wild
Half the fun of an expedition is planning for the unexpected. How can you feel comfortable in the wild places of the world and what will you see once there? Just imagine the adventures you can have in the backcountry…or maybe just the backyard. Either way, it never hurts to be prepared! Rainbow on the …
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The new approach of a physical travel agency in Alabama: Travel Weekly
The spirit of collaboration inspired two travel consultants to create a new space, open to all independent entrepreneurs, to work, lean on peers for ideas and support – and even buy a suitcase. The Travel Studio officially opened earlier this month in Mountain Brook, Alabama, a suburb of Birmingham. The storefront, which houses workspaces for …
UAE: Dubai-based travel agency launches franchise project to create more entrepreneurs – News
The company has experienced phenomenal growth, with an annual turnover reaching 350 million dirhams. Photos provided Published: Sat, March 19, 2022, 8:23 A Dubai-based travel agency has officially launched a franchise project in the UAE and abroad to increase its number of outlets and create more entrepreneurs in the travel industry. Smart Travel announced the …
Hess Corporate Travel merges with Maupin
Raleigh, North Carolina-based travel agency Maupin Travel has merged with midsize corporate travel agency Hess Corporate Travel, the companies announced Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed; both companies are private. Both companies are subsidiaries of Tzell Travel Group. A Hess spokesperson in an email to BTN called the move “two branches of Tzell that have …
Martin Lewis’ advice for struggling families turning to payday loans
Martin Lewis has given advice to families turning to payday loans as the cost of living crisis rages. Soaring energy, fuel and food costs, coupled with worries about paying household bills, are driving growing demand for payday loan interest to make ends meet, a new survey has found. Experts warn that payday loans can be …
NFT Tiger Being Private Travel Club Membership Launches in Asia
Tiger Being claims a first with the launch of a private NFT (non-fungible token) travel club membership in Asia. The latest blend of virtual and real worlds, with one foot in travel, allows members access to hotel, airline, private yacht and other offerings via an “NFT pass”. A presale of Tiger Being’s collection of over …
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Far North’s Travel Club: bittersweet end to decades of travel-focused friendship
Longtime members of the Travel Club at their last Christmas gathering in 2020. A popular Far North social club has closed after 30 years of bringing together travel enthusiasts across the region. The Travel Club announced it was ending a few weeks ago and in doing so would support the local rescue helicopter by donating …
Green Dot deal aims to give the underbanked a direct line to Plaid partners
Diving Brief: Challenger Green Dot Bank partners with Plaid to enable users of the Green Dot GO2bank platform to connect their bank account to apps that pay the data aggregator for banking information, according to a Press release Tuesday. The agreement allows Plaid Exchange to act as an intermediary so that GO2bank users do not …
Club Med opens its first Canadian travel agency in Montreal
The bricks-and-mortar site, which opened in January 2022, will offer first-class, in-person service to customers seeking seamless and expert travel assistance, Club Med says. Club Med Québec Charlevoix, Club Med’s first and only four-season all-inclusive resort in Canada, opened in December 2021. Meanwhile, Club Med has been in Montreal for over half a century and …
Visit the Ston Oyster Festival from Split with CROMADS Travel Club
March 14, 2022 – What if some of Croatia’s best and most authentic experiences were made more accessible? Join the CROMADS Travel Club at this year’s Ston Oyster Festival. Croatia is a unique place in many ways. But one of the things I’ve come to appreciate over the years is how many amazing (and incredibly …
NCAA March Madness prepares for the return to normal
A general view of the March Madness logo prior to the game between the Syracuse Orange and the Houston Cougars in the Sweet Sixteen of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Aaron Doster | USA TODAY Sports | Reuters After two difficult and pandemic-disrupted years, the March madness we all know so well returns. …
Spain holiday warning: Canary Islands face weather warnings this weekend | Travel News | Travel
The National Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has activated weather warnings for adverse sea conditions. The warning concerns Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma and El Hierro. On March 13, the AEMET weather alert will also cover the north of Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Forecasts indicate that strong northwest winds will bring very strong gusts on Monday and Tuesday. …
Planners look to in-person events in 2022
European event organizers believe the majority of events will have an in-person component, according to a report from meetings technology specialist Cvent. The Q1 2022 Planners Sourcing Report found that more than 70% of organizers believe most of their events will have an in-person component this year. In contrast, 25% of respondents said the majority …
MoneyMutual Review – Reliable Loan Company Worth Using Or Not?
Sometimes you may need a decent amount of money, and you may not have it on you, so what do you do if you are stuck in a situation like this? MoneyMutual is an online lending company that offers payday loans. MoneyMutual lets you borrow loans from $200 to $5,000; the best part is that …
How to start a travel agency
If you buy something through our links, we may earn money through our affiliate partners. Learn more. If you love to travel, are highly organized, and enjoy working directly with people, becoming a travel agent is a great career choice. You would think that with the ease of use of Internet search engines, the travel …
Here are the tips officials are sharing for Consumer Protection Week
I’m not a fan of making every free calendar day a holiday, and “National Consumer Protection Week” doesn’t sound the most exciting. But it does spur massive sharing of the best tips and tools for avoiding scams and fraud, which I think makes it more useful than National Ice Cream Day. So, in honor of …
Local travel agency says number of international trips is increasing despite higher prices | News
EUGENE, Ore. — Agents at Premier Travel & Cruise in Eugene report that their number of international travelers is approaching pre-pandemic levels despite higher-than-average ticket prices. Travel agent Lauri Quinby said it currently costs more to travel abroad than it has in recent months for several reasons. The first is demand. Quinby thinks people are …
Tess Davis joins travel agency company, Cruise Planners, as franchise owner
Tess Davis joins award-winning travel agency Cruise Planners as franchise owner. Tess Davis is based in Gulfport, Florida and specializes in fun and economical travel. Gulfport, United States – March 8, 2022 — Gulfport, Fla. – March 7, 2022 – Tess Davis announced today that she has joined Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, …
Meet Moor Global, a Black-Owned Florida Travel Company Focused on Building Connections with the African Diaspora
Founded in 2019 by Jason Broadnax, an ‘army kid’ from Delray Beach, Florida, Moor Global is a black-owned Florida travel agency that combines travel, real estate and African descendants from around the world . “Moor Global was created for Africans across the Diaspora to come together and rediscover all the knowledge and wealth we had …
Aviotti Jet Club announces the launch of a unique private aviation travel club
Fly in Gulfstream style with Aviotti Jet Club Membership Aviotti Jet Club, announces the launch of a luxury lifestyle club offering its members unparalleled access to a fleet of aircraft, performance cars and a luxury lounge. SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA, USA, March 7, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — Santa Rosa, Calif.-based Aviotti Jet Club announces the launch of …
Get a fresh start to travel with West Travel Club’s annual New Norcia Weekend Away
We don’t want to pressure you. But there are only 11 places left for our annual West Travel Club New Norcia weekend (April 30-May 1). And what better way to hone your now-rusty photography and writing skills before you hit the road again, than by learning from the experts? Or maybe you just want to …
Lightning | European Business Travel News
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Egencia | European Business Travel News
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Why would anyone want to get out of debt?
Why would anyone want to get out of debt? Think about it. You borrow money. You can use this money now. Then you can pay it back slowly, over time. Who wouldn’t want this deal? You might expect a financial planner to say that everyone should deleverage as soon as possible. Although I wouldn’t make …
Saskatoon travel agency warns people traveling to Europe to exercise caution amid Ukraine invasion
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted a Saskatoon travel agency to warn those planning trips to Europe in the days and months ahead. “There are a lot of feelings of unease right now. We are finally clearing the hump with COVID and here we are now with what is happening and it is creating a …
MoneyMutual Review: Is Money Mutual Legit or Bad Credit Loan Scam?
MoneyMutual is a payday loan company that lets you borrow from $200 to $5,000 in as little as 24 hours. By filling out a simple form on MoneyMutualyou can instantly connect to 91 lenders to find the best deal in your area. Is MoneyMutual legit? How does Money Mutual work? Keep reading to find out …
Couple start travel company to make Stokies vacation dreams come true
A married couple with a passion for travel makes vacation dreams come true for families. Marieta and Tom Poole started their own travel agency after taking on a Not Just Travel franchise late last year. The couple, who live in Hanley, offer everything from flight and hotel-only deals and vacation packages to cruises, luxury yachts, …
Travel agency Unique Vacations takes 53K SF to Miami – Trade Observer
Travel agency Unique holidays signed a lease for 53,119 square feet at 5505 Waterford office building in the miami airport submarket. Unique Vacations, a subsidiary of the resort company Resorts in Sandalsleaves Glenvar Heights at 4950 SW 72nd Avenuewhere the business occupied approximately 40,000 square feet, according to Avison Youngit’s donna and Joe Abodwho represented …
Credit scores for student borrowers soared last year, thanks to government debt relief
Americans’ credit scores have improved markedly over the past year, especially for people paying off student loan debt. Credit scores have risen, largely thanks to government interventions to keep households afloat financially during the pandemic, according to a report from the New York Federal Reserve released on Tuesday on Americans’ access to credit and paying …