N New search tool transforms advisor websites into interactive travel-planning hubs while keeping advisors at the center of the booking journey
[June 2026] – Beaverton, OR – As research shows more travelers begin their vacation planning online before contacting a travel advisor, VacationPort today announced the launch of NexCite Connect, a new embeddable travel discovery and lead-generation solution that enables advisors to transform virtually any website into an interactive travel-planning hub. The new search tool helps advisors engage consumers earlier in the travel research process while generating more qualified sales opportunities. The website is www.vacationport.com/Page/NexCiteConnect.
Designed for today’s research-driven traveler, NexCite Connect allows consumers to explore cruises, tours, vacation packages, and destination experiences directly from an advisor’s website. When travelers find an itinerary or experience that piques their interest, they can seamlessly connect with their travel advisor to begin the booking process.
The new solution expands the reach of VacationPort’s popular NexCite technology beyond the company’s website platform, allowing advisors to integrate the tool into websites built on Voyager Websites, Wix, Squarespace, WordPress, and other website platforms.
“Today’s travelers expect to research, compare, and explore their options online long before they’re ready to book,” said Joe Maloney, President of VacationPort. “NexCite Connect allows travel advisors to be part of that journey from the very beginning. By bringing rich travel content and discovery tools directly to advisor websites, we’re helping our partners create stronger consumer engagement, generate more qualified leads, and ultimately grow their businesses.”
Unlike traditional booking engines, NexCite Connect is designed to enhance the advisor-client relationship rather than replace it. The tool helps consumers narrow their options and gain a deeper understanding of available travel experiences while allowing travel advisors to provide the expertise, personalization, and service that travelers increasingly value when it comes to booking.
The tool provides access to extensive travel content, including destination information, attractions, activities, points of interest, and itinerary details. Consumers can browse and compare options while gathering valuable information about destinations and experiences before connecting with an advisor.
As a beta tester for the NexCite Connect, Nancy Hawkins, owner of Luxury Journey Travel in Westfield, Indiana, was impressed with the process and results, “I've had some clients that have gone on the site and said they love it because they feel like they have some control over planning their trip, but then I can actually do the booking for them, so it's an amazing tool.”
Additional benefits of NexCite Connect include:
- Easy integration through an embeddable search tool that can be added to existing websites
- Customizable branding options, including colors and display configurations
- Lead-generation capabilities that connect interested consumers directly with their travel advisor
- Support for preferred partner and consortium promotions when available
- Enhanced consumer search tools that help travelers quickly narrow thousands of travel options
- Reduced research time for both consumers and advisors through a more informed planning process
For advisors already using VacationPort’s NexCite websites, NexCite Connect represents an enhanced evolution of technology they already know and trust. At the same time, it provides a powerful new solution for advisors using Voyager Websites and other third-party website platforms.
VacationPort offers implementation support for advisors seeking to add NexCite Connect to their websites and has designed the platform to be easy to manage without requiring ongoing IT assistance.
About VacationPort
VacationPort provides suppliers with a powerful distribution and marketing platform to showcase products, manage content, and reach a broad network of travel advisors. For travel advisors, VacationPort offers a comprehensive digital toolkit including customizable websites, booking tools, and marketing automation. VacationPort is a leading travel technology provider connecting suppliers with travel advisors through innovative digital solutions.