Destinations
A Cultural Escape North of Melbourne
Bendigo, a town that struck it rich in Australia’s 19th-century gold rush, has other treasures to offer now… New York Times
8 things you might not know about Jamaica
Beyond reggae and track icons, however, there are many fascinating things less widely known about "Jamrock" that make this island of just 3 million people stand out… CNN
Tours and Activities
A Hot Coffee Culture in Salt Lake City
Small-batch roasters, siphon-brewed coffees and nitro-poured cups in the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains… New York Times
London's secret sights: 14 odd attractions you never knew were there
From the fake houses of Leinster Terrace to the landmark with a nose, 14 sights you might have missed … Telegraph (London)
Cruise
Princess Cruise Ship Delayed by Medical Emergency
Crown Princess' arrival into Los Angeles Saturday is expected to be delayed by one day due to a medical evacuation… CruiseCritic.com
Cruise Global, Eat Local: Kallisti Taverna in Pyrgos Village
There are many ways to explore Santorini when visiting the island situated in the southern Aegean Sea. For me, it was about destination immersion… Cruise Buzz
Transportation
How Eurostar revolutionised travel to France
Twenty years on from the first Eurostar service, Nick Trend recalls the thrill of travelling by train to France for the first time… Telegraph (London)
Are things finally looking up at Pittsburgh International?
The airport's passenger numbers rose for the fifth-consecutive month in September. That, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review writes, gives Pittsburgh International "gains not seen since 2010,"… USA Today
Lodging
'Choose your own hotel room' service launched
In response to research that reveals nearly half of us ask to switch hotel rooms on arrival, Thistle hotels is allowing guests to pick their own room … Telegraph (London)
Hotel Zoo Berlin, Germany: review
Hotel Zoo is a Berlin hotel offering imaginative design, elegant public areas, sumptuous rooms and a convivial bar, near Theatre des Westens, Käthe Kollwitz Museum and the U and S Bahn… Telegraph (London)
Warm up: Beautiful hotel fireplaces around the USA
Is there any better way to warm up after a cold fall or winter's day than fireside with a mug of hot cocoa, a hot toddy, or your favorite cocktail?… USA Today
Other and Odd
Tips for Last-Minute Holiday Travel
Haven’t made your plans for traveling around Thanksgiving and Christmas? Here’s some advice to help you make savvy choices… New York Times
Singapore Airlines passenger gets £749 Wi-Fi bill
Passenger on a Singapore Airlines flight billed £749 for using the plane’s in-flight Wi-Fi… Telegraph (London)
365 Guide Tip for the Day
Control the Time Wasters
You know the type: they ask a thousand questions, take up your valuable time – and then disappear… Travel Research Online
Today in History
Claude Monet
The French Impressionist painter Claude Monet was born on this day in 1840… Travel Research Online
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