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In Kansas City, All Things Craft
The Westport neighborhood has become a destination for craft beers, local charcuterie and indie-label…
— New York Times
Welsh Patagonia
It's been 150 years since the first settlers left Wales to forge a new life in South…
— Telegraph (London)
Secrets of the Azores
The Azores archipelago comprises nine mysterious, volcanic islands cast away 600 miles from the nearest landmass in the middle of the…
— The Independent
Tours and Activities
Top ways to experience the Everglades
Florida isn't all theme parks and towering beachside condos. Here's how to explore its famed "river of…
— CNN
The World's Coolest Lakes
Summer's siren call is the water. Whether it's a spectacular lake in a national park, a deep green mountain lake or nothing much bigger than a glistening pond, a lake provides endless…
— IndependentTraveler.com
Cruise
Booze cruises: the best alternatives to wine-tasting
From beer to absinthe, these are some of the best alternatives to wine-tasting…
— Telegraph (London)
Cunard 175th anniversary: cruise ships dance on the Mersey
Cunard's Three Queens perform in sequence at Liverpool's dock as part of the cruise line's 175th anniversary…
— Telegraph (London)
Transportation
Singapore Airlines gives a boost to premium economy options
Like the perks of a business-class seat but not the price tag? International carriers are increasingly rolling out new seats and service that attempt to split the…
— USA Today
Hawaiian Airlines to remove Sendai route, blaming weak yen
A weak yen and lack of passenger interest have led Hawaiian Airlines to drop service to Sendai beginning in…
— USA Today
Lodging
Cotton House Hotel, Barcelona: Cotton on to those good things in life
I'm standing at the top of a six-storey spiral staircase which is suspended from the ceiling by industrial-looking metal rods. My head spins as I stare down the shaft, blinking rapidly at the tiny square of floor…
— The Independent
Sleek, cheeky, what else did you expect? Virgin's first hotel opens in Chicago
Mired in delays, the company's first property launched this winter in Chicago intending to lure not just its frequent flyers, but also an inevitable horde of summer…
— Globe and Mail
Other and Odd
Four Apps for Mapping Your Walking Routes
These apps track your route to create an interactive record of where you’ve been, even adding photos, videos and notes to make a digital…
— New York Times
Nine surprising facts about passports
Did you know the U.S. government recommends you send your passport application in a special envelope? Or that losing a lot of weight may trigger the need for a…
— USA Today
Today in History
Indian Removal Act
The Twenty-First Congress of the United States of America on May 26, 1830 passed the Indian Removal Act of…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Yeah, whatever…
by John Frenaye Monday May 25, 2015
Recently I read an article on customer service that struck a chord with me. It discussed a phrase we hear all too often and one that I find myself uttering more often than I should. The phrase, in essence, diminishes the value you bring to the transaction and worse, may leave a bad taste in your client’s mouth. And I bet you are guilty of using it as well. Want to know what it is?
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The 365 Guide
What Are You Reading?
“More-On Marketing” is my latest project and the first in a series of business-development books is now ready for distribution to interested parties.
You have heard of the Dummies Books, and are probably familiar with The Idiot’s Guides. Enter my “More-On” Series.”
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One-to-One Interviews
Travel Agent Diaries
White Sand Travel - Are you marketing to your potential?
One of the first things I do when I get up in the morning is check my email and it is also the last thing I do before I go to bed. I have notifications set up on my cell phone and an alert goes off as soon as I receive one. I frequently will take a peek to check the subject. Much to my chagrin, it is often junk mail and I roll my eyes frantically trying to unsubscribe. I sometimes think of all of these unwanted emails as being similar to those pesky telemarketing calls that you just can’t seem to shake at home.
Some emails are definitely very helpful and I read them right away or at the least file them away so…
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60-Second Geography
Outposts
Visit The Czech Republic and Prague: The City Of Romance With CzechTourism
by Elizabeth Cody Tuesday May 26, 2015
The warm weather has returned after a long, cold winter, and couples are coming out of the woodwork to enjoy the sunshine. If you're looking for a unique romantic getaway, then look no further than the Czech Republic, and most especially the stunning city of Prague. All year long the Czech Republic is home to amazing music and film festivals, and Prague boasts gorgeous castles and picturesque lanes and streets to stroll down with your special someone. Let CzechTourism show you how this amazing Czech city can send any traveler's heart aflutter!
The Charles Bridge At Sunset - Dagmar…
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The 365 Guide
It Is Never Too Late!
If this reminder doesn’t put some wind in your sails, I am afraid I have failed to connect with you. Good luck, and have a nice life.
I heard this one on the radio. It involves a man who is over 100 years old. In New Jersey lingo, this guy is known as a fossil. In fact, he probably wrote the book on “fossils.”
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