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Joe Pike

Senior Editor


Joe Pike

Joe Pike is Travel Agent's senior editor covering the Caribbean, Bahamas & Bermuda; Hawaii; Central & South America. Previously, Pike was a newspaper for The Asbury Park Press based in the Jersey Shore, covering local news. In 2009, Pike was awarded the Jamaica Tourist Board's Marcia Vickery-Wallace Memorial Award for Excellence in Travel Journalism. Pike then won the Caribbean Tourism Organization's Inner Circle King Award for Best Feature Article in a Trade Publication in 2010, 2011 and 2012. Pike is also the author of the blog, The Joe Pike Blog, which documents his adventures around the world. He received his Master's Degree in Newspaper, Magazine and Online Journalism from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.


Pope Francis News
Report: Argentina Launches Religious Tours Linked to the New Pope   May 17, 2013
By: Joe Pike

With an Argentine on the throne of St. Peter, Buernos Aires has launched a series of guided tours linked to the new pope, according to the Associated Press.

Dominican Republic News
All You Need to Know About the Recently Completed Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange (DATE)   May 16, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Travel Agent was able to pull together some highlights from the recently concluded Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange (DATE) in Punta Cana, with hopes of helping agents sell the Dominican Republic.

Dorado Beach: A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Article
Puerto Rico Soars   May 14, 2013
By: Joe Pike

With increased airlift and a luxury boom, the island is poised for a solid year.

Plaza Mayor Article
Globus Joins the Ranks Of Cuba Tour Operators   May 13, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Globus can now sell Cuba legally to U.S. travelers.

top supplier sales reps Article
Top Supplier Sales Reps of 2013   May 13, 2013
By: Adam Leposa,C. Elliott Mest,Jena Tesse Fox,Joe Pike,Meagan Drillinger

Join us in congratulating these sales reps who have been voted as the industry’s best by travel agents.

caribbean beach News
How to Get to the Best Beaches in the Caribbean   May 9, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Now that we've told you our top 10 Caribbean beaches, Travel Agent tells you how to get you clients there.

Maui News
What's New For Families in Hawaii   May 8, 2013
By: Joe Pike

As the summer slowly approaches, Hawaii is beefing up its family offerings. Here's a sample of some new sales pitches for clients looking to come to this multi-generational traveler's dream.

Crane Beach in Barbados Article
Top Caribbean Beaches   May 6, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Your must-read for spotting the best places to chill out in the sun and sand in the top Caribbean islands.

Cuba News
Globus' Second Crack at Sending Clients to Cuba Is Successful   May 2, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Globus announced Tuesday that it has become the latest tour operator to obtain a license that allows the operator to sell Cuba to U.S. clients as the wave of tour operators selling the destination legally continues.

Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium News
Hawaii Looks to Replace 86-Year-Old Memorial With Public Beach   May 1, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Several media outlets are reporting that both state and city officials in Hawaii are looking to move forward with $18.4 million plans to replace the 86-year-old Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium with a public beach, while also restoring the façade of the memorial.