Fraud targeting travel advisors is on the rise, with leading industry organizations warning agencies to remain vigilant against increasingly sophisticated scams. Global groups, including the World Travel Agents Associations Alliance and the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) [also Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors (ACTA)], have issued alerts citing a surge in fraudulent activity such as stolen credit card bookings, impersonation schemes and phishing attacks designed to exploit travel agencies. […]
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Women Are Powering the Travel Economy, From Running Agencies to Driving Travel Decisions
Women are shaping the travel industry from both sides of the business, from leading travel agencies to making the majority of travel purchasing decisions, according to a new survey from premium host travel agency Nexion Travel Group. […]
Travel Advisor Named One of Fastest-Growing Careers as Nexion Travel Group Sees 20% Surge in Interest
As LinkedIn names travel advisor among the fastest-growing careers in the United States, Nexion Travel Group, a leading host travel agency supporting independent travel advisors across North America, reports a 20% increase in interest over the last year from individuals exploring the profession, signaling renewed momentum for travel advising as a flexible, entrepreneurial career path. […]
From Service to Start-Up: Veterans Find New Purpose Through Nexion’s Veterans in Travel Program
After serving their country, a growing number of U.S. military veterans are finding a new mission: helping others see the world. Through Nexion Travel Group’s Veterans in Travel (VIT) program, veterans are turning their leadership, discipline and global perspective into successful travel businesses. […]
Nexion Travel Group Bolsters Executive Team with Promotion, New Hire
Nexion Travel Group, the travel industry’s premier host agency in North America, today announced two updates to its executive team, promoting Heather Kindred to Senior Vice President and naming Laura Bjorne as Vice President, Business Operations. Kindred previously served as Nexion’s Vice President, Business Development and Education & Partner Relations, as well as the founding Program Director of Travel Leaders of Tomorrow. […]
Nexion Travel Group Names Its 2025 Member Award Winners
At its annual conference, CoNexion, Nexion Travel Group hosted its largest event ever from September 8–10 at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando. Celebrating its milestone 30th anniversary, the event brought together 725 advisors, staff and partners for three days of learning, networking, growth and celebration. […]
Nexion Travel Group Marks 30 Years of Innovation, Resilience and Community at Annual Member Conference
Nexion Travel Group celebrated its milestone 30th anniversary with its largest-ever CoNexion conference, held September 8-10 at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando. The event brought together 725 advisors, staff and partners for three unforgettable days of learning, networking and celebration. Highlights included dynamic workshops, inspiring NEXTalks, meaningful networking opportunities and the glamorous Black, White & Pearls Gala. […]
Family Bonds Foundation to Host Fundraiser at Nexion’s CoNexion Conference, Honoring Late Executive Robbi Hamida
Family Bonds Foundation, a charitable initiative of Internova Travel Group, one of the world’s largest travel services companies, will host a special fundraiser during Nexion Travel Group’s upcoming CoNexion conference, taking place September 8–10 at Universal Orlando Resort. […]
Travelers Turn to Advisors First for Cruises, New Nexion Travel Group Survey Finds
When travelers seek to connect with a travel advisor, chances are they’re looking to book a cruise. That’s the top takeaway from a new survey of U.S. and Canadian advisors conducted by Nexion Travel Group, North America’s premier host travel agency. Of the 218 advisors surveyed, 71 percent said that cruises are the most common type of trip clients ask them to book, making cruising the clear leader over other categories. […]
Nexion Travel Group’s Jackie Friedman Receives ASTA Industry Ambassador Award
This award means a great deal to me. I’m proud to have played a role in ASTA’s success and its transformation into an even stronger partner for the travel advisor community. I’m committed to ASTA’s role as an influential voice for our industry. Jackie Friedman, President, Nexion Travel Group Friedman, President of Nexion Travel Group, […]