Thank you: Project Expedition named Best Tour Operator in the 2026 Virtuoso Global Awards. by: Jenn | posted in: Awards Project Expedition has been named Best Tour Operator in the 2026 Virtuoso Global Awards, and Project Expedition is sharing this one with you. Every great day your clients spend abroad starts with your planning. Project Expedition just help bring it to life. This award came from the travel advisor community, and Project Expedition is grateful to every advisor who trusts Project Expedition with their clients. About the award. Virtuoso announced its 2026 Global Awards during the 38th annual Virtuoso Travel Week, held August 8-14 in Las Vegas, and celebrated honorees at the Virtuoso Awards Gala on August 13. Best Tour Operator, one of Virtuoso's Partner Awards, "recognizes a tour operator or wholesaler partner with the most compelling vacation options and itineraries, whether FIT or escorted." Nominations came from a survey of the Virtuoso network, and elected members of Virtuoso's Boards and Committees voted on the winners. In other words, this recognition came from advisors and the people who lead their community. "The Virtuoso Awards honor the members and partners whose vision, innovation and commitment continue to shape the future of luxury travel," said Virtuoso Chairman and CEO Matthew D. Upchurch. "Project Expedition exemplifies the dedication to excellence and collaborative spirit that define Virtuoso, and we are proud to celebrate their contributions to our network and the industry as a whole." This one's yours. Every booking with Project Expedition starts with an advisor who knows their client: who wants the early start, who needs a slow morning, who will love the cooking class. Project Expedition just help turn that know-how into a great day abroad. So thank you for trusting Project Expedition with your clients, and for the feedback that shapes what Project Expedition build. Project Expedition'll keep the celebrating brief, though. Your clients have places to be. What stays the same. * Experiences for every part of the trip. Day tours, shore excursions, private transfers, multi-day trips, attractions and tickets, airport lounge passes, and custom and group trips, all commissionable. * Support available 24/7 from real people on its team. * A team focused on you, helping you deliver an exceptional experience for every client. Look for Project Expedition in Virtuoso, The Magazine. This year's winners will be featured in the November/December issue of Virtuoso, The Magazine and on Virtuoso.com. Your next great booking. The best way to celebrate is helping your next client have a day worth talking about. Questions? Project Expedition is here 24/7 by live chat at projectexpedition.com, by email at [email protected], or by phone at +1 (855) 782-3006.

Traveling Locally is an option. Lately, Eat Sip'n Dip Travel & Event Planning Agency has noticed that traveling abroad from the United States has been incrementally shifting:International travel to the United States is down significantly as of early 2026, with a 5.5% drop in 2025 and a further 4.3% decline in overseas visitors in early 2026. While global tourism has largely recovered, the U.S. is losing market share to other nations due to policy-related concerns, high visa fees, and a "soft" demand from Europe. According to Forbes: Key Takeaways on International Travel (2025-2026): U.S. Decline: Inbound international travel to the U.S. declined in 2025 and continued to drop in early 2026, with a 14% plunge reported in March 2025 and an additional 14.1% drop in April 2026. Key Source Markets Down: Canadian visits have dropped sharply (25% in early 2025) and European demand, particularly from Germany and France, has weakened. Reasons for the Slump: Analysts cite a combination of "America First" policies, including trade rhetoric and immigration restrictions, alongside a strong dollar and high-cost travel. Global Contrast: While the U.S. faces a downturn, global international tourism has experienced a strong recovery (roughly 4% growth in 2025), with destinations in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Southern Europe seeing high demand. Future Outlook: Despite the current decline, experts anticipate a potential boost in U.S. tourism in late 2026 due to the FIFA World Cup. 5-STAR LOCAL UNITED STATED ACTIVITIES & TOURS Eat Sip'n Dip has partnered with a "Project Expeditions" to offer many 5 Star Activities & Tours both Locally & Abroad! Take a look at these carefully selected local activities & tours across the United states. Eat Sip’n Dip LLC is here to assist if needed.