We joked once on social media, asking what the difference is between herding cats and planning corporate group travel. Our answer was, “Nothing.” For those in charge of coordinating air, hotel, and itineraries for dozens, hundreds or thousands, it was funny because it’s …
By Jamie Edwards, award-winning travel writer who’s visited 70+ countries on all 7 continents The music pumping through the speakers matches the thumping of my heart—loud and frenetic. I’m standing on a small square platform attached to a suspension bridge, hovering almost 150 …
By Eric Hrubant, Founder & CEO of CIRE Travel March is here and we’re on the cusp of spring (or Mud Season if you live in Maine). Every new season brings a little change. Sometimes it is a small adjustment, and sometimes it …
Behind every major event, whether a corporate retreat, a best-selling author roadshow, or a worldwide concert tour, there are teams of professionals working behind the scenes to ensure every detail runs seamlessly. The support team can involve dozens or hundreds of staff depending …
By Jamie Edwards, award-winning travel writer who’s visited 70+ countries on all 7 continents Portland, Maine makes a persuasive case for staying put. Between the harbor’s salty air, working waterfront, and lively food scene, you could plan an entire trip without ever crossing …
By Eric Hrubant, Founder & CEO of CIRE Travel February has a funny way of nudging people into reflection. The holidays and dry January are behind us, and Valentine’s plans are in motion this month. Everyone appears to be refocusing on connection, celebration, …
Are you recently engaged? Or perhaps getting ready to pop the question this weekend? (After all, it is Valentine’s Day!) Once the excitement settles and the inevitable “Have you set a date?” question is asked, the next one usually follows right behind: “Where …
By Eric Hrubant, Founder & CEO of CIRE Travel When most people think of the Seychelles, they picture impossibly blue water, powder-soft beaches, and ultra-luxury resorts floating over the sea. And yes—those exist, and they are extraordinary. But they only scratch the surface …
If we were to describe the mood for corporate travel in the financial world right now, it would be that it is more interconnected. A delayed flight isn’t a mere inconvenience. A missed connection isn’t simply a scheduling issue. How well corporate travel …
By Eric Hrubant, Founder & CEO of CIRE Travel Happy New Year! I hope you are sitting CIREside refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for 2026. I have to admit, I’m not a New Year’s resolution kind of guy. I prefer to skip the rehearsal, …
