Setting the Table

CIREside Chat: June 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 …

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Protect Your Trip: Why Travel Insurance Matters

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 …

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The Perfect Summer Weekend in Portland, Maine

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. …

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Planning a Trip to London? Here Are My Personal Favorites

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 …

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Just Back From: Cozumel

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 …