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Escorted operators set up 2027: new itineraries from Trafalgar and Tauck, a new loyalty ladder at Collette

Trafalgar's 70-plus new 2027 trips, Tauck's wellness departures and A&K's return to Kyushu's Seven Stars show operators filling the 2027 calendar. Collette's Bronze-to-Platinum advisor program, which starts earning Jan. 1, changes how advisors may want to route volume.

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Collette launches Bronze-to-Platinum advisor loyalty tiers, earning from Jan. 1, 2027

Collette has introduced a four-tier loyalty program for travel advisors, running from Bronze to Platinum. Tier status is based on qualifying traveler revenue. Benefits stack as advisors move up and include travel perks, training, recognition and support. Status carries into the next calendar year.

Earnings begin Jan. 1, 2027. Advisors who want to reach higher tiers early should plan their 2027 Collette volume now, and those with Collette-heavy books should check how their recent volume would map to the tiers. The program is open to North American advisors only.

The sources give the structure but not the revenue thresholds or the specific perks at each level. Confirm those with Collette before shifting any volume.

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Trafalgar adds 70-plus trips for 2027, including its first saver Small Group tours

TTC's Trafalgar has announced more than 70 new trips for 2027 across its saver, classic and premium tiers. The most notable change is the first 11 saver-tier Small Group itineraries, capped at 18 guests. That lets advisors offer small-group travel at every price point.

New destinations include Cambodia, Kenya/Tanzania, Japan, Mexico City, Yellowstone in winter and Finnish Lapland.

The announcement comes ahead of Black Friday promotions. Advisors with clients who want small groups but have been priced out should look at the saver itineraries first.

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Tauck releases wellness-focused departures for 2027

Tauck has released wellness-themed departures for 2027, a new product for advisors with high-end clients who want a health-oriented trip.

The source gives only the headline, with no itineraries, pricing or availability. Check Tauck's advisor channels for details before pitching.

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A&K brings back Seven Stars in Kyushu for 2027 from $62,345

Abercrombie & Kent will run its 10-day Japan by Luxury Train: Seven Stars in Kyushu again in 2027. There are two small-group departures: April, timed for cherry blossom season, and September. Groups are capped at 18 and 20 guests.

Pricing starts at $62,345 per person. That puts the trip in ultra-high-net-worth territory, and it carries a large commission per sale. Space is limited, so advisors with clients at this level should inquire early.

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A day of 2027 product news and one advisor-program change. Collette's tiers are the item to act on first, since earnings start Jan. 1. — The Desk

— The Tours & Packaged Desk