Watch Video: John Kirk with Christine James at Travel Leaders Network EDGE 2026

With more than 2,200 attendees — including roughly 1,800 travel advisors — Travel Leaders Network’s EDGE 2026 in San Diego underscored just how competitive the landscape has become. Recruitment is fierce, expectations are rising, and service is quickly becoming the key differentiator. From the show floor at the impressive new Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, John Kirk spoke with Christine James of TLN Canada about how the network is responding — with expanded support, enhanced tools, and a more hands-on approach to help advisors grow. The scale and energy of the venue itself reflected the momentum behind the network and the advisor channel.