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If Day 1 set the tone, Day 2 took it to another level. We covered a lot of ground, starting with a packed panel on the future of cruise (one of the fastest-growing segments right now), led by Range by Ensemble Magazine Editor-in-Chief Dominique Lamberton and featuring insights from Virgin Voyages, Azamara Cruises and Princess Cruises. Big ideas, real takeaways, and a clear message: cruise is evolving fast, and advisors are right at the center of it. A big thank you to ASTA - American Society of Travel Advisors and ACTA - Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors for speaking to our community and reminding us why our industry voice matters. Then came a moment that shifted the entire room. Aziz Abu Sarah, co-founder of Mejdi Tours took the stage and reminded everyone that travel is about so much more than bookings. As a global peacebuilder and National Geographic Explorer, he challenged us to think differently about what travel means, why it matters and the role advisors play in creating experiences that can truly change lives. In between? Nonstop momentum. Masterclass sessions designed for every stage of the advisor journey from those just getting started to seasoned pros. One-on-one conversations with top partners. And a candid Member/Partner fireside chat unpacking the new tiered framework and what it really means for driving value, support and profitability. And because this is Horizons… We wrapped it all up with a Cinco de Mayo celebration with guac, margaritas, and everyone's favorite Mexican dishes for a well-earned evening of fun after a full day of learning, connecting and building. This is what makes Horizons different. Big ideas. Real conversations. A community that shows up.

Finally, it’s time to launch The Future is Peace. But I need your help to spread the message. Please share this post about the book tour kicking off early next week. A link with full details for each event is in the first comment. Let’s make sure this message reaches as many people as possible. April 15 Beth Elohim, Brooklyn, NY April 16 Sixth and I, Washington, DC April 18 Humanities Festival/Ramova Theater, Chicago April 19 National Writers Series Traverse City, Michigan April 20 Bookshop Santa Cruz + UC Santa Cruz Humanities Institute, Santa Cruz April 21 Live Talks Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA April 26 Weitzman Museum of Jewish History, Philadelphia, PA April 27 Temple Israel, Boston, MA May 14 Central Synagogue, NY, NY Link in the first comment Maoz Inon MEJDI Tours InterAct Crown Publishing Ideas Architect Combatants for Peace American Friends of the Parents Circle - Families Forum #booklaunch #thefutureispeace #israel #palestine #peacemaking

On January 18, 2026, for the first time in history, an Israeli and a Palestinian will jointly carry the Olympic torch.  I am deeply humbled to share that Aziz Abu Sarah and I have been invited to take on the role of “Peace Torchbears”  Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Flame Journey in Verona. This milestone marks the first time our two peoples will share the honor of carrying the Olympic flame together. As partners walking the path of reconciliation and peace, Aziz and I see this as a living symbol of the bridges that can—and must—be built, even in the most challenging times. The Olympic Truce, a tradition upheld by the UN General Assembly since 1994, calls for a global ceasefire and the promotion of a better world through the Olympic ideal. Our invitation is a direct continuation of the journey we began in Verona, a city that has embraced our message of hope with open arms. Returning to Verona is deeply symbolic for us. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Mayor Damiano Tommasi, to Bishop Pompili, and to Don Renzo BEGHINI. Your leadership and the ongoing support you have shown us since the Arena di Pace event in 2024 have paved the way for this historic moment. We are truly honored to return to your city to carry this light. At a time when violence and division define too many realities around the world, we believe that culture and sport offer a vital space for our shared humanity to endure. For us, this isn’t just a ceremony; it is a lifelong commitment. Carrying this torch through the streets of Verona is a physical manifestation of our belief that Hope is an action—a step toward a future where we choose humanity over hostility. Thank you to the Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 organizers for the privilege of making history and carrying the light of hope together. Michal Amir BENEDETTO ZACCHIROLI Susan Jarzembski Holmer   #MilanoCortina2026 #TorchRelay2026 #TeamTedofori #Verona #TheFutureIsPeace

Shooting WTM again this year for @Reed Exhibitions. Kicking off with an inspiring panel discussion, From Conflict to Connection: Rethinking Travel with Paige McClanahan, Aziz Abu Sarah and Magen Peace Inon. #WTM #WorldTravelMarkets

When we run awards events the room is electric with the passion of people who are genuinely making a difference. Tonight we had the joy of congratulating some incredible trailblazers across Europe. Congratulations to every single organisation recognised in the 2025 ICRT Europe Responsible Tourism Awards, sponsored by easyJet holidays including: 🏖️ All-Inclusive Responsible Tourism Awards SILVER: #CastelliHotel Zakynthos, Greece GOLD: Club Marvy, Turkey 🥤 Managing Waste Responsible Tourism Awards One-to-Watch: Swatchloop SILVER: #skiathospalacehotel Greece SILVER: Liberty Fabay, Turkey 🍎 Local Sourcing and Creating Shared Value Responsible Tourism Awards One-to-Watch: Six Senses, Ibiza, Spain SILVER: Emotional Sicily GOLD: Delphina hotels & resorts, Sardinia 💚 Peace, Understanding and Inclusivity Responsible Tourism Awards SILVER: COSTA NAVARINO, Greece SILVER: Via Transilvanica, Romania GOLD: MEJDI Tours, Worldwide 🥬 Climate Adaptation and Resilience Responsible Tourism Award SILVER: Barut Hemera, Turkey 🌳 Nature Positive Responsible Tourism Award One-to-watch: Animondial SILVER: Brabant Partners, Netherlands GOLD: Naturetrek, worldwide Thank you to Matt Callaghan COO easyJet holidays, Travel Tomorrow and Press Club Brussels Europe for your support and all the team Buscardini Communications. Thank you too to all our judges Harold Goodwin chair of the judges and ICRT global founder, Scott Lawson ESG Manager at easyJet holidays, António Buscardini founder and CEO Travel Tomorrow, Danica Banjevic Kirsi Hyvaerinen and Vicky Smith ICRT Balkans, Martin Brackenbury and Caroline Warburton board directors ICRT global and Kerry Carmichael founder Echo. #ResponsibleTourism #RTAwards2025 #Supportingchangemakers Read the full citations here: