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Fora Raises $13.5 Million in Series A Funding Round Co-Led by Heartcore Capital and Forerunner

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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Fora , a tech-forward travel agency ushering in a new generation of entrepreneurs, announced $13.5 million in Series A funding co-led by Heartcore Capital and Forerunner.

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  • Fora , a tech-forward travel agency ushering in a new generation of entrepreneurs, announced $13.5 million in Series A funding co-led by Heartcore Capital and Forerunner.
  • 97 percent of Fora Advisors had never sold travel previously, proving that Fora was the linchpin in empowering people to transform their passion into a career.
  • Heartcore is excited to be underwriting Fora's exceptional growth in a strategic space in travel, said Max Niederhofer, partner at Heartcore Capital.
  • Founded in 2007, Heartcore Capital is a leading European early-stage venture capital firm with over $700M in committed capital.

Atlas Ocean Voyages Realigns Product To Offer Travelers Greater Choice And Flexibility

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Monday, January 31, 2022
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In response to their encouraging feedback, Atlas Ocean Voyages announced today that, the luxe-adventure expedition line will offer its voyages independent of included air travel and shore excursions, beginning with bookings made from February 15, 2022, for departures from April 24, 2022, and beyond.

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  • In response to their encouraging feedback, Atlas Ocean Voyages announced today that, the luxe-adventure expedition line will offer its voyages independent of included air travel and shore excursions, beginning with bookings made from February 15, 2022, for departures from April 24, 2022, and beyond.
  • "Since our first ship, World Navigator, launched in August 2021, we have learned a lot from our travel advisor partners and guests," said Alberto Aliberti, President of Atlas Ocean Voyages.
  • As a result of these improvements, Atlas' cruise fares will be more attractive, as well as provide greater choice and flexibility for guests."
  • Atlas Ocean Voyages is a luxe-adventure, expedition cruise line designed for discerning, fun-seeking travelers to immerse in unique and awe-inspiring moments in remote and captivating destinations.

Atlas Ocean Voyages Offers Travel Advisors $10,000 Bonus For Every Five Bookings With New Unified: In It Together

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Friday, November 12, 2021
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From Nov. 8, 2021, through March 31, 2022, Travel Advisors can earn a $10,000 bonus for every five bookings made in any accommodation and aboard all voyages.

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  • From Nov. 8, 2021, through March 31, 2022, Travel Advisors can earn a $10,000 bonus for every five bookings made in any accommodation and aboard all voyages.
  • Travel Advisors can use the future cruise credits to pay for future bookings and keep the difference for themselves.
  • "Atlas Ocean Voyages always appreciates Travel Advisors for their critical role in creating unforgettable experiences for their clients.
  • We have more offers and benefits planned for Travel Advisors under Unified: In It Together, so stay tuned."

World Travel Holdings and Its Brands Win Six 2021 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World Travel Holdings along with its Dream Vacations, CruiseOne and Cruises Inc. brands have been recognized again this year by Travel Weekly.

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  • WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World Travel Holdings along with its Dream Vacations, CruiseOne and Cruises Inc. brands have been recognized again this year by Travel Weekly.
  • The landing page educates & informs visitors about safe & healthy travel and includes a Travel Safety Guide, Safety at Sea, Air Travel Safety Guide, Resort Travel Safety Guide & videos.
  • World Travel Holdings is the nation's largest cruise agency and award-winning leisure travel company with a portfolio of more than 40 diverse brands.
  • Travel Weekly is a division of Secaucus, New Jerseybased Northstar Travel Media, the largest travel business-to-business travel publisher in the world.

Atlas Ocean Voyages Delivers Greater Peace-Of-Mind With New Atlas Assurance

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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Atlas Assurance is an additional complimentary inclusion in Atlas' All Inclusive All The Way.

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  • Atlas Assurance is an additional complimentary inclusion in Atlas' All Inclusive All The Way.
  • "We are delivering greater peace-of-mind to our guests with the new Atlas Assurance program," said Alberto.
  • Atlas Assurance is part of Atlas' All Inclusive All The Way, which provides guests a safe, convenient and seamless experience on a luxe-adventure voyage."
  • Atlas Assurance provides a breadth of emergency support and services anywhere in the world for guests traveling with Atlas Ocean Voyages.

Atlas Ocean Voyages Confirms World Navigator's Inaugural Antarctica Season To Sail In November 2021

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Atlas Ocean Voyages announced today that the luxe-adventure cruise brand will proceed with the inaugural Antarctica season for its first all-inclusive, luxury expedition ship, World Navigator.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Atlas Ocean Voyages announced today that the luxe-adventure cruise brand will proceed with the inaugural Antarctica season for its first all-inclusive, luxury expedition ship, World Navigator.
  • 2022, World Navigator will sail nine- and 12-night Antarctica expeditions, departing round-trip from Ushuaia, Argentina.
  • Innovating Antarctica expeditions, Atlas has chartered its own private jet to bring guests directly to Ushuaia to embark the ship.
  • "We are happy to proceed with World Navigator's inaugural Antarctica season as planned," said Alberto Aliberti, President of Atlas Ocean Voyages.

Atlas Ocean Voyages Announces New 2021 Elite Caribbean Voyage For World-Class Golfing Aboard New World Navigator

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Offering an opportunity for travelers to experience the new luxe-adventure cruise brand closer to home,Atlas Ocean Voyages announced a new, special Caribbean voyage aboard World Navigator today.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Offering an opportunity for travelers to experience the new luxe-adventure cruise brand closer to home,Atlas Ocean Voyages announced a new, special Caribbean voyage aboard World Navigator today.
  • For more information about World Navigator's new 10-night, Caribbean golfing voyage, please visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com .
  • "And World Navigator's new elite Caribbean voyage is also a convenient opportunity for travelers to experience Atlas Ocean Voyages and our All Inclusive All The Way experience at a great value and in a region that is closer to home."
  • Golfing enthusiasts can combine World Navigator's Caribbean voyage with play at the region's premier, exclusive championship golf courses.

Allianz Named ASTA Travel Insurance Partner Of 2021

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) has recognized Allianz Partners as their 2021 Travel Insurance Partner of the Year.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) has recognized Allianz Partners as their 2021 Travel Insurance Partner of the Year.
  • As one of the travel industry's premier organizations, ASTA honored 15 travel supplier partners who support ASTA's travel advisor members and make lasting, meaningful contributions to the travel industry.
  • "We're honored to be named ASTA's Travel Insurance Partner of the Year, during a time when travel insurance has become even more important to travel advisors and their clients," said Richard Aquino, Vice President and Head of Sales at Allianz Partners.
  • Allianz offers travel insurance* through several major U.S. airlines, leading travel agents, online travel agencies, other travel suppliers, and directly to consumers.

Atlas Ocean Voyages Announces World Traveller's Inaugural 2022 Season

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Having just successfully launched the cruise brand's first ship, World Navigator, Atlas Ocean Voyages today unveiled the inaugural season for its second expedition ship, World Traveller.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Having just successfully launched the cruise brand's first ship, World Navigator, Atlas Ocean Voyages today unveiled the inaugural season for its second expedition ship, World Traveller.
  • Additionally, travelers can enjoy early booking savings of up to 20 percent for World Traveller's inaugural season with deposited bookings by September 30, 2021.
  • We look forward to the timely launch of our second small, luxury expedition ship," said Alberto Aliberti, President of Atlas Ocean Voyages.
  • World Traveller departs Lisbon on July 15, 2022, for a nine-night inaugural voyage, visiting Spain's Costa del Sol and Balearic Islands.

Aggressor Adventures Consumer Travel Index Points to an Industry Renaissance

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Friday, August 20, 2021
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Aggressor Adventures announces today the results of its latest Consumer Travel Index, which tracks consumer sentiments on a bi-monthly basis.

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  • Aggressor Adventures announces today the results of its latest Consumer Travel Index, which tracks consumer sentiments on a bi-monthly basis.
  • Ahead of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) annual Global Convention taking place August 23-25 in Chicago, Aggressors Index puts a spotlight on travel agents.
  • Travelers enjoy the fact that they can rely on agents to keep up with changing protocols around how to travel safely, says Lisa Stierwalt, Travel Agent with Aggressor Adventures.
  • According to Wayne Brown, CEO of Aggressor Adventures, smaller city preferences bode well for travel agents because of their plethora of knowledge.