Florence, Italy

Expensive versus Overpriced Travel: There’s a Difference

At CIRE, in addition to corporate and group travel, we specialize in bespoke, luxury leisure travel. Yes, certain luxury trips can be pricey, but there’s a difference between expensive travel and overpriced travel. Expensive Is Not the Same as Overpriced Expensive travel …

Luxury private yacht charter

What Ultra-High-Net-Worth Travelers Really Want From a Luxury Travel Advisor

I was recently asked by TravelPulse, a trusted news source for travel agents, suppliers and travelers, how travel advisors can attract ultra-high-net-worth clients. My answer began with something I strongly believe: Do not begin by trying to find rich clients. Begin by …

Steakhouse

What’s the Best Steakhouse in NYC?

Everyone’s got an opinion—and so does CIRE CEO and native New Yorker Eric Hrubant. The Manual dropped its list of NYC’s top steakhouses (that aren’t Peter Luger), and our very own head honcho weighs in with his top pick. “It’s hands down my …

Endorsed by Forbes Travel Guide

CIRE Travel, an affiliate of First in Service, Endorsed by Forbes Travel Guide

We are thrilled to announce that CIRE Travel, an affiliate of First in Service Travel, has been honored as an Endorsed Travel Agency by Forbes Travel Guide! This prestigious recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional travel experiences for our clients …

What to do if your airline was affected by the CrowdStrike IT outage

Our CIRE Travel group text started buzzing very early this morning.  When you’re a professional travel agent, words like “outage,” “disruption,” “delays”, and “cancellations” will wake you up faster than a double-shot, venti cappuccino. Dubbed a “worldwide IT meltdown,” a software update gone …