There’s something about the holiday season that stirs up feelings of nostalgia. As the days get shorter and nights get longer and a chill begins to fill the air, our hearts are filled with warm memories of time spent with family and friends. Traditions can take all shapes and forms […]
When it comes to travel gifts, there are many routes to take: You can get your go-to vacation companion something practical that they’ll reach for every time they take out their carry-on. Or, you can gift something to encourage them to start planning that next trip—and hopefully invite you along. […]
Living in New England, near to Plimoth Plantation and Norman Rockwell’s iconic “Freedom from Want” painting, I could be tempted to think of this American holiday as only one of peaceful welcome, family gatherings, ample meals and football. This year, for me and for all of us at Tauck, Thanksgiving […]
Estimated reading time: 9 minutes [Updated August 2022] Exploring the Garden Route is a brilliant family trip since it caters to a wide range of interests from outdoor adventurers to amazing views and foodies can bond over a memorable meal of fresh-off-the-line seafood or locally-cultivated wine. This is a great […]
On this special edition of the Suite Spot, we host Travel Media Group’s Vice President and General Manager, Dana Singer. Ryan Embree and Dana share thoughts on what sets the Travel Media Group experience apart for our hotel partners. Ryan and Dana take a trip down memory lane and reflect […]
In this special edition of the Suite Spot, we announce the launch of a brand new YouTube segment – the TMG Concierge Desk. Host Ryan Embree introduces the new segment and explains how it will serve as a valuable resource for hoteliers. Ryan shares some of the very first episodes […]
In this episode of Suite Spot, Ryan Embree reflects on some of the post-pandemic effects of our everyday lives when it comes to travel. Ryan recounts the significant changes to the traveler experience of a hotel stay in summer 2019 versus summer 2020. He talks about how hoteliers have adapted […]
It is no secret that flights during Thanksgiving and year-end holidays are stressful. Flights are more packed (more people), there is less onboard space (more bulky clothes and carryon gifts), and security lines are longer (because “novices” are flying). Whether you have an upcoming holiday today or next year, here […]
In this episode of Suite Spot, Ryan Embree discusses the importance of user-generated content in the hotel industry. Ryan shares where to locate user-generated content about your hotel online and how to leverage that information to better your business. He provides best practices on how to find issues shared in […]
Buckskin Gulch is a famous slot canyon in Utah boasting the title as the longest continuous slot canyon in the world. According to the Bureau of Land Management, Buckskin Gulch travels through approximately 16 miles of unique formations and rippled sandstone walls in the northern stretch of the Paria Canyon-Vermilion […]