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24 stories Updated October 13, 2026
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Sled the North: Abitibi-Témiscamingue's Snowmobile Trails

More than 3,500 km of groomed trail, reliable snow and hotels that open onto the network. How to plan a snowmobile trip in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, and why to buy your trail pass in October.

Destination Intelligence · Hawaiʻi Island US

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes Loses Its Arch

The 90-foot Hōlei Sea Arch at the end of Chain of Craters Road has collapsed. Advisors selling Big Island volcano days need to update itineraries and client expectations.

Trend Analysis · Kansas City US

The Vacation Americans Won't Cut

MMGY's fall survey puts planned US leisure spend at $5,655 over 12 months, with Boomers outspending Gen Z four to one. Value-hunting is up; cancellations are not.

Hotel Watch · Kauaʻi US

Curio Lands on Kauaʻi

Hilton's first Curio Collection resort in Hawaiʻi has opened at Hōkūala on Kauaʻi: 210 rooms, Nicklaus golf and event space near Līhuʻe, with an opening offer.

Market Pulse · D.C. US

Brand USA's Interim Chief Has One Job

Caroline Beteta takes over Brand USA on 9 November with a single brief: win reauthorization before funding runs out in September 2027, as overseas arrivals keep falling.

Market Pulse · Dallas–Fort Worth US

American Adds a Cash-and-Miles Slider

AAdvantage members can now split fares between cash and miles, but only on American's own website, app and AA Vacations. Advisors should know where that leaves agency tickets.

Trade Desk · Port of Montréal

Selling Summer 2028 Cruises Now

Holland America and Royal Caribbean have opened summer 2028 bookings from Montréal and Vancouver, so advisors can lock in Canadian clients' best cabins nearly two years out.

Travel Guide · Old Port of Montréal

Montréal's Old Port This Fall

New spa treatments at Bota Bota, two VR shows into January, a Monday bungee rate and a new artisan market fill the Old Port's autumn calendar.

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