Travelbiz E-Zine
20
January
2025

🛩 The Brand USA U.K. & Ireland MegaFam Returns! 🗺

Brand USA U.K. & Ireland is delighted to be bringing back our iconic MegaFam in 2025 for its 10th year, offering agents the chance to rediscover the USA!

In partnership with Aer Lingus, American Airlines and British Airways, the 2025 Brand USA MegaFam will host 60 U.K. & Irish agents on six itineraries across the United States, offering them the chance to rediscover the breadth of experiences available in the USA. The trip will depart on Sunday 11th May and arrive back into the U.K. and Ireland on Tuesday 20th May 2025. In celebration of its 10th year, the 2025 MegaFam will conclude in Philadelphia, joining a group of 35 European agents, for an unforgettable U.K. and Europe Finale!

For a chance to be part of the Brand USA MegaFam 2025, you will need to log your Aer Lingus, American Airlines and British Airways bookings from the U.K. and Ireland to the USA between 1st January – 28th February 2025, for travel anytime. Additionally, test your knowledge on our partner airlines and earn your MegaFam Airlines 2025 badge.

Log your bookings here and complete the MegaFam Airlines 2025 Badge here.

Save the Date for The Great USA Road Trip in Europe!

Trip Planner on the Brand USA Travel Trade Website 

 

Please click here to explore the new features and updates on our Trip Planner.

This tool allows you to build bespoke itineraries for your clients, with auto-generated driving and flight times between locations to save you time and allow you to focus on researching the exciting destination experiences!

Plan a roadtrip to Yellowstone National Park or perhaps a city break to Miami. Look ahead at key events happening across the U.S. this year to encourage booking and enhance the promotion of key destinations! From music and food festivals to the miles of coastline, and everything in between – there are countless reasons to visit the USA this year!

Badge Spotlight: Discover U.S. Virgin Islands

 The U.S. Virgin Islands, a tropical paradise in the Caribbean, are a territory of the United States known for their stunning natural beauty, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture. Comprising the main islands of St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix, along with numerous smaller islets, the territory is a haven for travelers seeking relaxation and adventure. Visitors can explore lush national parks, crystal-clear waters perfect for snorkeling and diving, and historic sites reflecting the islands’ colonial past. St. Thomas is celebrated for its bustling harbor and duty-free shopping, St. John is a sanctuary of unspoiled wilderness, and St. Croix offers a rich blend of cultural heritage and agricultural history. With its warm climate, friendly locals, and a unique fusion of Caribbean and American influences, the U.S. Virgin Islands provide a quintessential island getaway.

RoadTrips USA Spotlight: Shopping USA

This RoadTrip itinerary offers a unique shopping journey across the United States, blending retail therapy with cultural and leisure experiences in diverse locations such as Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Nevada, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Texas. It offers two to three day itineraries where traveller’s can explore everything from luxury boutiques to outlet malls, savor local cuisine, enjoy iconic landmarks, and indulge in entertainment. Highlights include shopping in Scottsdale, Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles, Miami’s Bal Harbour Shops, Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, and New York’s Fifth Avenue, alongside must-visit attractions like Central Park, the Las Vegas Strip, and Space Center Houston.

Mobile Passport Control Global Entry App

Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to submit their travel document, photo, and customs declaration information through a free, secure app on their smartphone or other mobile device. The use of MPC streamlines the traveler’s entry process into the United States by reducing passport control inspection time and overall wait time. Use of MPC does not require pre-approval. Travelers who successfully use the MPC app will no longer have to complete a paper form or use an APC kiosk. As a result, travelers may experience shorter wait times, less congestion and efficient processing.

The U.S. CBP’s (United State’s Customs and Border Protection) MPC app is a free application that can be downloaded from the Apple App store and Google Play.

Click here to find out more.

Discover more with GoUSA TV

GoUSA TV is the premier platform to discover all the possibilities the United States has to offer, told from the diverse perspectives of real people. Discover authentic, compelling, and entertaining travel stories from across the USA, like our series:

Field of Dreams in Iowa: Playgrounds – Dwier Brown takes his children back to Iowa and the field where his dreams began to explore baseball and more. Watch now here.

Available on Samsung TV, Roku, Apple TV, AmazonFire and via Apple iOS and GooglePlay.