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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.


prime minister and minister of tourism john key News
One-on-One With New Zealand's Prime Minister John Key: Destination to Make Aggressive Push to Promote to Agents   April 24, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Travel Agent had the privilege of sitting down with John Key, New Zealand's Prime Minister and minister of tourism, who told us there will be an aggressive push to promote the destination to U.S. agents.

auckland, new zealand News
On Site: TRENZ 2013 Kicks Off With Opening Press Conference   April 22, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Travel Agent was on hand Monday morning for the opening press conference of TRENZ, New Zealand's biggest trade show of the year.

Kalalau Lookout on Kauai Article
Hawaii Basks in Increased Tourist Growth   April 19, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Recent tourism statistics released by the Hawaii Tourism Authority show that total expenditures by visitors to the state in February rose 9.9 percent.

hawks bay, new zealand News
Wineries, Art Deco and Gannets: On Site in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand   April 18, 2013
By: Joe Pike

From foodies to art enthusiasts to bird watchers, Hawke's Bay, located on the North Island's eastern coast, has something for just about every client.

Pool terrace at The Buccaneer Resort’s Beach House Article
USVI Update - Jimmy Buffett, More Cruise Calls on the Horizon   April 18, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Here’s the latest hotel, attraction, culinary and cruise news from the three “Saints.”

Article
Social Media Tips From the Experts   April 18, 2013
By: Adam Leposa,Jena Tesse Fox,Joe Pike,Meagan Drillinger

Social media is different from other ways of reaching your customers because these sites are a community. Here's a five-step plan to help you be part of the conversation.

martinique News
On Site - What's New in Martinique   April 11, 2013
By: Joe Pike

As part of Travel Agent's onsite visit to Martinique, we pulled together some new sales pitches for agents looking to send clients to this growingly popular French Caribbean getaway, including the first direct flights from mainland U.S.

wedding News
The Latest Wedding and Honeymoon Offerings Coming Out of Hawaii   April 10, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Got clients tying the knot or honeymooning in Hawaii this winter and beyond? Travel Agent breaks down the latest Hawaii packages being offered for this always popular niche.

Lotus Honolulu Article
Aqua Hotels Changes Name, Restructures Into Three Brands   April 8, 2013
By: Joe Pike

Travel Agent spoke with representatives of Aqua Hospitality and learned that it has spent more than $55 million dollars on a renovation program.

Virginia’s The Tides Inn and Norton Yachts Article
Top Tips to Sell Summer Vacations Around the World   April 5, 2013
By: Jena Tesse Fox,Joe Pike,Meagan Drillinger,Ruthanne Terrero

Want to learn how to take your clients' summer vacation experience to the next level? Travel Agent rounds up advice on upselling itineraries, managing a family's needs and keeping it flexible.