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02/01/2024

We had an incredible time at SAGA on Monday night for our annual New York recognition event with our east coast based independent travel advisors. We love getting to celebrate everyone’s hard work.

Thank you Delta Air Lines and Sixt for sponsoring our event and thank you to all of our prize donors as well who made it possible to give away some pretty phenomenal travel experiences.

01/24/2024

Introducing the new OvationNetwork website. Go to theovationnetwork.com to get connected with a travel advisor or join our team today.

01/23/2024

OvationNetwork West Coast Director of Travel, Thiago Fortunato, had the opportunity to to travel to Puerto Vallerta and stay at One&Only Mandarina. During his stay, his favorite experience was horseback riding on the beach.

Thiago says that “the resort provides guided horseback riding experiences led by experienced equestrian professionals who can cater to riders of different skill levels, including beginners. It's recommended to check with the resort directly for more specific information on their horseback riding offerings, including availability, duration, and any additional requirements or restrictions.”

💌 To book your stay at One&Only Mandarina contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos by OvationNetwork Manager of West Coast Director of Travel Thiago Fortunato

✈️ Airports: PVR - 22 miles away / 35 km away

07/28/2023

Explore the tropical sanctuary of Rosewood Bermuda. This luxurious resort is the perfect escape with pink sand beaches, curated spa treatments, delicious cuisine, and 88 impeccably designed rooms and suites.

💌 If you are looking to escape to Rosewood Bermuda, contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos curtesy of Rosewood Bermuda

✈️ Closest Airport: BDA – 3 Miles away

07/27/2023

Delta Air Lines has announced the opening of a second Delta Sky Club at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport.

The nearly 14,000-square-foot Club, which seats more than 250 guests and includes a covered Sky Deck, will operate alongside the Club on Terminal 4, Concourse B. Together the two Clubs will have capacity for over 800 guests simultaneously at JFK.

07/19/2023

The Transportation Security Administration will soon increase the number of random identification checks for CLEAR members.

Random ID checks are part of a growing push to enhance Clear's screening protocols but could also mean more lines.

07/13/2023

We’re still not over the incredible Fam trip our advisors went on last week to Napa Valley. Thank you to our valued airline partner, Delta Air Lines for your partnership on this trip.

After visiting Stanly Ranch and Solage, OvationNetwork travel advisor, Isabelle Roach says, “Stanly Ranch is perfect for that traveler looking for a “ranch” or farm style experience that offers a range of activities on property. I also think that a small group getaway to celebrate a special birthday or reunion would love this place too! Its sister property, Solage, is just as unique with cozy rooms. This hotel is both laid-back and charming. Because of its proximity to Calistoga, Solage definitely has a more chill local vibe. A great spot for anyone looking to chill-ax.”

📍Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection and Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection

💌 If you are looking to escape to Napa Valley this year, contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by OvationNetwork Manager of Independent Advisor Engagement & Industry Relations, Polo Garcia
✈️ Closest Airport: APC - 34 miles away

07/12/2023

Discover the beating heart of Riviera Maya at Maroma, re-opening August 3, 2023.

This luxurious Belmond property has undergone a beautiful re-design that honors Mexican artisanal traditions and authentic craftsmanship. This stunning resort allows guests to experience an enchanting escape with both the jungle and the sea.

💌 If you are looking to escape to Maroma this year, contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by Edgardo Contreras

✈️ Closest Airport: CUN - 25 miles away

07/11/2023

A few of our OvationNetwork travel advisors just got back from a picturesque trip to Napa Valley where they got to stay at Solage and Stanly Ranch.

Interested in checking out one of these properties for yourself? Here’s what OvationNetwork travel advisor, Isabelle Weiss had to say about her experience:

“These two properties truly have so much to offer. Wine enthusiasts, luxury travelers, nature lovers, food conoisseurs, and wellness seekers would love both hotels and Napa in general. Between the nearby vineyard, high-end accommodations, outdoor activities, farm-to-table dining, and amazing spa facilities, Napa can really be for anyone. If you appreciate luxury, fine wine, locally sourced ingredients, and wellness activities such as yoga, these properties are for you!”

A big thank you to our air sponsor Delta Air Lines for helping make this trip possible!

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection

06/26/2023

We had such a fun time at Prost Beach Cities last Wednesday aboard Entertainer, the flagship of City Cruises Marina del Rey fleet.

Entertainer is the largest charter yacht in the marina with three spacious decks and 6,600 square feet of stylish event space. It was one of the best ways to take in the stunning views of Los Angeles.

Interested in adding a cruise in the Entertainer to your itinerary on your next trip to LA? Contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos by OvationNetwork Aanchal Gandhi, West Coast VP of Leisure and Independent Advisors

✈️ Closest Airport: LAX - 3.6 miles away

06/22/2023

Our travel advisors are always out exploring the world and discovering new places, foods, and experiences for their clients. OvationNetwork travel advisor, Jill Fischbarg of JF Signature Travel, recently visited Israel and stayed at David Kempinski Tel Aviv and had an amazing time.

Jill recommends this hotel to luxury travelers looking for a family friendly property in Tel Aviv. “Be sure to book one of the seafront rooms— it literally feels like you are on a boat,” she says.

In addition to enjoying the hotel, Jill also enjoyed getting to learn about the local customs, food, and community. One of the highlights of her trip was taking a tour of the City of David in Jerusalem and getting behind the scenes access to an excavation of the Pilgrimage Route.

💌 If you are looking to escape to Tel Aviv this year, contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by OvationNetwork advisor, JF Signature Travel at The David Kempinski Tel Aviv

✈️ Closest Airport: TLV - 15 miles away

05/19/2023

Nothing says “summer” like Spain.

Travel to Mallorca, Spain is about to get so much easier with new direct United flights from Newark, San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington DC to Mallorca (PMI) starting June 2nd.

💌 If you are looking to escape to Mallorca this summer, contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos of La Residencia, a Belmond Hotel taken by Tyson Studio,

✈️ Closest Airport to La Residencia: PMI - 16 miles away

05/18/2023

The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas offers guests a luxurious sanctuary for their tropical vacation. With white sand beaches, sparkling turquoise water, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, and more, there’s a lot to love about this exquisite resort.

Perfect for couples and families alike, The Ocean Club has a wide array of accommodations including luxury rooms and suites, oceanfront villas, and plunge pool bungalows.

💌 If you are looking to escape to The Ocean Club this summer, contact your OvationNetwork travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by Rupert Peace, Christian Horan, and UGC

✈️ Closest Airport: NAS - 12 miles away

05/15/2023

One&Only Mandarina is a high-end resort situated along the pristine coastline of the Riviera Nayarit in Mexico, offering a secluded and luxurious retreat in a lush tropical setting.

The property is unique with its treehouse villas, which give visitors the sense of being suspended in the air. Each treehouse villa has its own outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy the fresh jungle air and are perfect for couples, families, and small groups.

Thiago Fortunato, our West Coast Director of Travel, Business and Operations recently stayed at the resort and loved his experience.

“One&Only Mandarina and Riviera Nayarit are ideal for travelers seeking a luxurious, nature-oriented, and rejuvenating experience in a stunning coastal setting.“ - Thiago

If you are looking to escape to One&Only Mandarina this summer, contact your OvationNetwork Travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by Thiago Fortunato

✈️ Closest Airport: PVR - 22 miles away

05/11/2023

With phenomenal food, gorgeous architecture, river cruises, and truffle hunting, there’s a lot we love about Prague.

Plus, as of Monday, New Yorkers have one more thing to love about this city: Delta’s new direct flight from JFK to PRG.

💌 If you are looking to escape to Prague this summer, contact your OvationNetwork Travel advisor or DM us.

✈️ Closest Airport: PRG

05/05/2023

We’re swooning over Cali Mykonos! This exclusive resort tucked away in Kalafati, Mykonos has caught our attention with its opening this past Monday.

We’re not the only ones obsessed with this new property though. Cali Mykonos has already been named one of the “best new hotels” and “best beach getaways” on Travel + Leisure’s 2023 It List.

💌 If you are looking to escape to Cali Mykonos this summer, contact your OvationNetwork Travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by Cali Mykonos

✈️ Closest Airport: JMK - 5.6 miles away

05/03/2023

Happy Global Travel Advisor Day! We’re so proud of our incredible community of independent travel advisors at OvationNetwork.

💌 If you are a travel advisor interested in joining the OvationNetwork, send us a DM because we’d love to hear from you!

04/24/2023

Polo Garcia, Manager of Supplier Relations & Advisor Engagement for OvationNetwork recently traveled to Xpu-Ha, Riviera Maya and stayed at the Hotel Esencia.

“Having been the vacation home for an Italian duchess, Hotel Esencia feels truly private and away from it all. The effort the team puts into personalizing each guests stay creates an atmosphere like no other. During your stay - don’t forget to check out swimming with the manatees!” -Polo

💌 If you are looking to escape to Hotel Esencia, contact your OvationNetwork Travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by Polo Garcia, Manager of Supplier Relations & Advisor Engagement for OvationNetwork

✈️ Closest Airport: CZM - 21 miles away

04/21/2023

We love how serene Le Manoir is in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside. This picturesque hotel is nothing short of magical with perfectly manicured gardens, a double Michelin-starred restaurant, and 32 individually designed guest rooms.

💌 If you are looking to escape to Le Manoir this summer, contact your OvationNetwork Travel advisor or DM us.

📸 Photos taken by Mattia Aquila Belmond Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saison

✈️ Closest Airport: LHR - 32 miles away

05/24/2022

03/10/2021

Thank you Christopher Elliott for a great feature of our CEO Paul Metselaar detailing the effects of COVID-19 on travel and what lies ahead for the future of the travel industry.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/travel/what-covid-19-did-to-travel--and-what-it-will-do/2021/03/10/3730719e-80de-11eb-81db-b02f0398f49a_story.html

Assessing the impact of ‘the worst year in tourism history’ as the pandemic reaches the one-year mark.