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A Hundred Cities Within Seoul
Exploring the South Korean city with a filmmaker, a novelist, a designer and a musician who reveal keys to comprehending this place of ceaseless transformation…
— New York Times
10 reasons to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina
Two decades ago it was ravaged by conflict. Today it's one of the most exciting destinations in Europe…
— CNN
Tours and Activities
Popes, kings, presidents and now tourists enjoy Rome palace
Starting in late June, tourists have been able to do what eluded Napoleon: step foot inside and stroll through sumptuous salons where popes sought to dazzle ambassadors and, later, where kings and queens entertained royalty in opulent fashion…
— Fox Travel News
15 NYC Ice Cream Spots Churning Out Interesting Flavors
Between the humidity and the heat, New Yorkers have but a handful of options to turn to for summertime relief. Luckily for city denizens, local ice cream shops are at the forefront of a flavor revolution to offer some cool respite…
— Travel Leisure
Messner's sixth mountain museum, designed by Zaha Hadid, opens
A striking museum on top of Mount Kronplatz in South Tyrol, and offering remarkable views of the Dolomites, will welcome its first paying guests tomorrow…
— Telegraph (London)
Cruise
Carnival Corp. Explores China-Specific Cruise Line and New Ships, Adds to Asia Capacity
In a push to beef up its presence in China, Carnival Corp. is considering a joint venture with China Merchants Group and China State Shipbuilding Corporation that could result in a dedicated Chinese cruise brand, according to a statement issued by Carnival Corp…
— CruiseCritic.com
New luxury river ship to debut in Myanmar
There soon will be another option for upscale cruises on Myanmar's Ayeyarwady River…
— USA Today
Transportation
Southwest eager for Texas expansion despite Dallas dispute
Southwest Airlines is eager to expand in its home state of Texas, but that might be easier in Houston than in Dallas…
— USA Today
DOT to investigate airlines for gouging after Amtrak crash
Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx launched an investigation Friday into whether five airlines gouged travelers on ticket prices after an Amtrak crash in Philadelphia…
— USA Today
Lodging
Hotel Review: The Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills in Tokyo
Seductively stylish with a distinct sense of place, this hotel hits every mark with ease…
— New York Times
Istanbul hotels: A former 1920s tobacco factory, a former bank, and a former inn for merchants
There's a no-photos rule at this photogenic club, membership to which is awarded only to creative-minded people. There are bedrooms attached to the club, and prospective guests are checked out by the reservations team to ensure they're of the right "mindset"…
— The Independent
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort becomes Universal Orlando's fifth hotel
A Caribbean getaway - in the heart of Universal Orlando's theme park…
— Fox Travel News
Other and Odd
How to plan a vacation with special needs kids
If you're the parent to a child with special needs (like me) travel takes on a whole different dimension…
— Fox Travel News
10 Best Apps for Road Trips
Summer in America means cookouts, beaches, fireworks, vacation time … and road trips. Millions of road warriors hit the highways every summer, and if you're among them then you'll want to be prepared for anything…
— Smarter Travel
Today in History
Machu Picchu Discovered
On July 24, 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered the remains of the Incan city Machu Picchu. Located high in the mountains, the city remained intact after the Incans abandoned it in the 17th Century due to lack of awareness of its existence…
— Travel Research Online
Agent Perspectives
How to avoid being labeled "unprofessional"
by Mary Stephan
Friday July 24, 2015
We all know wha t a professional looks like; but what about an unprofessional? You know, someone who arrives late, dresses inappropriately, talks more than they listen, snaps their gum and are basically disagreeable.
Is there more? What about someone who goes on FAM trips and announces to anyone within 10 feet they are a travel agent and travel for free? What about someone who passes out their business cards on a FAM to vacationers and asks them to call them, wink, wink. And, how about the person who shoves shrimp in their purse at a supplier dinner or takes food home to feed their family for a week? That is not professional conduct.
Suppliers and some tourism boards are now creating a code of conduct specifically to…
— Travel Research Online
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The 365 Guide
People Like People Who Like Them
 One of my favorite "bits" during my live seminars and corporate presentations involves a skit I like to do with an unsuspecting male member of the audience.
I approach a man and ask him if he remembers his first girlfriend. I then role play exactly how that important "first love" actually unfolded.
— Travel Research Online
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