Royal Caribbean Group is acquiring a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for $3 billion, forming a joint venture to expand into the land-based resort market, while both companies will maintain independent operations and explore synergies in marketing and loyalty programs.
 TravelPulse Editor-in-Chief Eric Bowman interviews Ashley Morris, owner of Alpaca Your Bags Travel and an instructor with Destination Wedding University. 
TravelPulse Editor-in-Chief Eric Bowman discusses the latest trending news in travel and interviews Dr. Shenika Baisley-Woodley, the 2026 ASTA Travel Advisor of the Year.