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Discover Puglia and Matera: Italy’s Soulful South, with Dragonfly Tours.
Puglia is no secret, but it is a different Italy: an Italy of farms and fishing ports, Baroque cities and trulli valleys, where the memory is a meal rather than a queue. With neighbouring Matera, the cave city of the Sassi, it is the natural next Italy for clients who have done the classics. Explore Dragonfly Tours Italy’s guide to the hotels and experiences that make Italy’s soulful south feel lived, not visited.
One DMC, Four Countries: Roundabout Experiences on Montenegro, Albania and the Wider Adriatic
Roundabout Experiences has grown from a Slovenia and Croatia specialist into one DMC for four countries. Here is how advisors can build a single journey from Dubrovnik to the Bay of Kotor, then on to Butrint, Berat and the Ionian coast, with one point of contact throughout.
How to choose the right DMC in Thailand: A Travel Advisor’s Guide
A guide spotting the afternoon heat in Chiang Mai, a family kitchen in Nan, a bamboo raft drifting into a Mae Hong Son cave - the moments clients remember from Thailand rarely happen by chance. In this travel advisor's guide, we explore 5 qualities to look for in a Thailand DMC, from seasonal expertise to who really owns the business, with insights from Ewan Cluckie of Tripseed, our Chiang Mai-based, majority Thai-owned specialists.
Discover Umbria: Italy's Next Great Countryside Destination, with Dragonfly Tours Italy
Tuscany earned its reputation, but that reputation now comes with crowds, premium prices and villas booked a year in advance. Next door, Umbria offers the same rolling hills, celebrated wines and slow countryside pleasures - with a rare intimacy that still feels genuinely undiscovered. From a Rome pairing via Orvieto to three exceptional properties and a full spread of Dragonfly Tours' signature experiences, join us as we learn why Umbria deserves a proactive pitch of its own.
Journeys with Purpose: Luxury Travel meets Meaningful Impact in Thailand & India
In celebration of Earth Day, we explore how two Travel Kinship partners are redefining sustainable luxury travel. From community-led experiences in Thailand with Tripseed to culturally immersive journeys through India’s Heritage Triangle with Anecdotes, these thoughtfully designed itineraries prove that meaningful travel and exceptional experiences can go hand in hand.
The Iconic and the Intimate - Three Intentional Pairings from Portugal by TRAVELTAILORS
Portugal is often travelled through its headline destinations - Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve - but in this Travel Kinship spotlight, Portugal by TRAVELTAILORS reveal how thoughtfully balancing these icons with regions like Arrabida, Northern Portugal and Tavira creates journeys that feel layered, authentic and deeply intentional.
Rooted in the Land: The Art of Farm-To-Fork Travel across Europe
From vintage jeep wine safaris in Slovenia and hidden Barolo cellars in Piedmont to Portugal’s coastal “kitchen on wheels” and Vienna’s heuriger taverns, we explore Europe’s most immersive farm-to-fork travel experiences with a curated selection from our expert DMCs; each one deliciously rooted in landscape, season and the people who bring the flavours to life.
Tripseed reveal why Thailand works Year-Round (When you know where and when to go)
Thailand works year-round - when you know where to go, and when. In this Travel Kinship spotlight, Tripseed share how their first-hand local insight, seasonal understanding and thoughtful routing allows travellers to experience Thailand meaningfully in every month, from Bangkok and Central Thailand to the Gulf islands, the Andaman Coast and beyond.
The Spirit of the Americas: Signature Journeys across South, Central and North America
Wild landscapes, living cultures and journeys shaped by movement, flavour and story - our latest curated travel collection explores the true spirit of the Americas through expert-led adventures across South, Central and North America; from multisport exploration and volcanic landscapes to artisan traditions, wildlife encounters and soulful retreat stays.
A Better Way to Experience Shore Time in Croatia - Roundabout Experiences DMC
Croatia is one of the Mediterranean’s most compelling cruise destinations, and a place where shore time should be savoured. Here we discover how Roundabout Experiences are reimagining shore excursions so they never feel rushed or generic, with calm, meaningful and deeply local encounters for your luxury cruise, small ship and private charter clients.
🎉 Introducing... The Retreat Collection by Travel Kinship
Introducing our curated portfolio of thoughtful, nature-inspired, luxury properties, where space, stillness and restoration are the order of the stay. From safari-style luxury glamping in Central America to a secluded villa sanctuary in Costa Rica and a regenerative mountain lodge in Nepal, here we explore three standout options offering the time to truly kick back and recalibrate.
Why Romania Should Be on Your Radar in 2026 with Rolandia Bespoke DMC
Offering the space, authenticity and balance that Europe is increasingly short on, Romania is stepping confidently into the travel spotlight in 2026. And here, thanks to the experts at Rolandia Bespoke, we’ve got 5 compelling reasons why it deserves your clients’ attention now - from its untamed landscapes and living rural traditions to its Latin warmth, quietly confident cities and an exciting, emerging food scene.
Looking ahead to 2026: Why DMC Partnerships Matter More Than Ever
Why 2026 will be the year DMCs matter more than ever—exploring how trusted local partners empower travel advisors with deeper access, smarter logistics, and more meaningful client experiences.
Costa Rica: The Wild, the Luxe and the Wonderfully Unexpected with Viaventure DMC
We explore Costa Rica with Viaventure’s insider guide to the wild, the luxurious and the wonderfully unexpected. From iconic spots like Arenal and Monteverde to the Osa Peninsula, Nicoya and remote rainforest retreats, this is personalised, low-impact travel done right…
Sharing the Living Traditions of Portugal with Paula Alves - Portugal by TRAVELTAILORS DMC
Portugal is more than its sunlit cities and golden coasts—it’s a living culture best discovered through its people, traditions and flavors. In this Voices of Kinship episode, Paula Alves of Portugal by TRAVELTAILORS shares how childhood memories, trusted local relationships and thoughtful design come together to create journeys that feel intimate, authentic and deeply rooted in place.
8 Surprising Bucket List Travel Moments for your Clients in 2026
Looking for fresh inspiration for 2026? We’ve gathered the adventures your clients will want to brag about next year, with 8 global bucket-list moments ranging from wilderness encounters to cultural deep dives, each paired with exceptional stays and crafted with the insight of our expert DMC partners.
An Insider’s Path through Prague, Vienna and Budapest with Dream Tours DMC
Dream Tours DMC reimagine Central Europe’s Golden Triangle with a level of depth and exclusivity few travellers get to experience. From private palace tours and artisan-led workshops to exclusive evenings in Europe’s great galleries, join us as we discover what insider access really looks like in Prague, Vienna and Budapest.
Building A World of Adventure: Interview with Frank Castro, Founder of Adventure International
We learn how Adventure International evolved from a high-end, high-ethics Kilimanjaro outfitter to a global operation across Tanzania, Nepal, Peru and beyond, and why doing right by porters, guides and communities is non-negotiable.
Beyond the Hotspots: Europe’s Hidden Alternatives for 2026 & Beyond - Romania, Czech Republic, Croatia & Portugal
Our DMC partners reveal where beauty comes with breathing space, as we discover Europe's most compelling alternatives to Santorini, the Swiss Alps and Lake Como. Join us on a journey from Hvar's lavender-scented coves and Transylvania's Carpathian peaks to the Douro Valley's wine-soaked terraces…
Romantic Getaways and Honeymoons in Slovenia and Croatia: Europe’s Best Love Story - Roundabout Experiences DMC
From Slovenia’s hushed alpine valleys to Croatia’s sunlit Adriatic islands, this is a honeymoon designed as a journey of contrast, connection and celebration. Curated by Roundabout Experiences, it blends soulful stillness with coastal exhilaration—where candlelit caves, wild landscapes and private island-hopping come together to create Europe’s most compelling romantic escape.
