CIREside Chat: June 2025

June 25, 2025

By Eric Hrubant, Founder & CEO of CIRE Travel Happy Summer! With sunshine and warm temperatures finally here, there’s a renewed energy in the air! As more travelers swap work-a-day routines for vacation relaxation and begin their summer getaways, I’ve been thinking about ...

Protect Your Trip: Why Travel Insurance Matters

June 20, 2025

By Eric Hrubant, Founder & CEO of CIRE Travel Travel is an investment – you should treat it as such. When asked the question, "Would you like to purchase travel insurance?" Do you struggle with deciding whether to incur the extra charge, asking ...

The Perfect Summer Weekend in Portland, Maine

June 10, 2025

By Jamie Edwards, award-winning travel writer who’s visited 70+ countries on all 7 continents There’s something about a small city with a big soul. And wow, does Portland, Maine, have soul to spare. And lobsters to spare… but I’ll get to that later. ...

Planning a Trip to London? Here Are My Personal Favorites

June 6, 2025

By Eric Hrubant, Founder & CEO of CIRE Travel  I love London. I mean love. Give me a choice of travel spots worldwide, and London wins every time. England boasts an incredible array of beauty, from the Cotswolds' picturesque charm to the Lake District's ...

Just Back From: Cozumel

May 29, 2025

Looking for the perfect blend of luxury, relaxation, and adventure for your next beach vacation? CIRE CFO Mark Pizza recently returned from a sun-soaked escape to Cozumel, where he was hosted by our wonderful partners at IHG Hotels & Resorts and the Presidente ...