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 is the kind that makes you pause and …
Choosing an Event Travel Management Agency
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 …
6 Spectacular Day Trips from Portland, Maine
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 the Casco Bay Bridge. Yet, some of Portland’s most fabulous finds lie about …
CIREside Chat February 2026: A New Era of Travel for Me
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, and maybe a little indulgence. Somehow, in the …
CIRE in the Spotlight: Yahoo! Travel Features Eric Hrubant on 2026 Honeymoon Trends
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 …
What No One Tells You About the Seychelles is Exactly Why You Should Go
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 of this extraordinary destination. What few travelers realize …
The Right Corporate Travel Management Agency Brings Financial and Well-Being Benefits for Financial Firms
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 …
CIREside Chat January 2026: And the winner is…
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, take the bull by the horns, and jump …
Blue zones travel: 5 destinations that have cracked the code on longevity
What if the secret to a longer, healthier life wasn’t found in a supplement, a workout plan, or a diet? What if longevity were something you could feel in the air, taste in a meal, and absorb simply by living differently? What …
Level Up the Family Ski Vacation at These West Coast Gems
A family ski trip can feel daunting with all the gear, travel, cranky kids, and being at the mercy of Mother Nature. While we can’t influence the weather (or cranky teens), my expert team can assist with planning a seamless group getaway …