Why Carnival was named America's most trusted cruise line
When you think of Feb. 10, 2013, this news is a remarkable achievement… — Fox Travel News Royal Caribbean Starts First Three-Brand Season Down Under
RCL Cruises Australia has kicked off its most significant season with this morning's arrival of Radiance of the Seas to Sydney – the first of seven of the biggest and youngest ships to sail local waters this summer, and the first time all three brands will sail around Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific and Asia…
— CruiseCritic.com Celebrity Infinity, Summit to Receive Major Upgrades With Dry Docks
Two ships from Celebrity Cruises' Millennium Class are about to undergo major changes, thanks to multimillion-dollar refurbishments that will bring exciting new features to Celebrity Infinity and Celebrity Summit…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
Will Boeing's new 'Space Bins' help ease the carry-on crunch?
Tired of battling your fellow travelers for overhead bin space for your carry-on bags? Help is on the way. That will come in the way of new 'Space Bins'…
— USA Today Southwest Airlines zings competitors' fees in new ads
Southwest Airlines, which has touted its lack of extra charges since the airline fee frenzy began seven years ago, is taking the gloves off in its latest advertising campaign…
— USA Today
Airbnb owners in Morocco face fines if guests are unmarried
Overseas property owners could be breaking the law if locals who stay with them through Airbnb are unmarried…
— Telegraph (London) Turn Your Favorite Hobby into a Trip
Whether you're into reading, going to the movies, gardening or some other hobby, there's a way to incorporate your favorite pastime in your next vacation…
— IndependentTraveler.com
Today in History
Supernova 1604
On this day in 1604, observers in Northern Italy witnessed a supernova which occurred in the Milky Way, in the constellation Opiuchus…
— Travel Research Online
Back in 2010 my Mom was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer and we made the decision, as a family, for hospice care. Between surgeries, hospital stays and her passing, it was a grueling couple of weeks. While all this was going on, I attempted to take care of my current clients. I was in no shape to take on new ones at the time.
Fast-forward to last week—having kids exposes one to all kinds of nasty illnesses. My daughter was sick and I caught whatever was going around. For three days, I lay in bed, too sick to move, or to do much of anything other than answer emails.
This time around, I am lucky that I work for a brick and mortar agency and have…
Biting the hand that feeds you makes no sense; it never has and never will. Treating customers as enemies is dumb. Don’t be dumb.
As bizarre as this sounds, the "me against you" selling mentality is often the case. Sales shouldn't and cannot happen this way.
How can anyone think negatively about the hand that feeds them? Prospects will only become customers if treated properly. Customers pay your bills and are responsible for feeding your family. No customers, no business. So here’s a clever idea: let’s badmouth our customers and show them what a lousy attitude looks and sounds like every opportunity we get. I'm sure you will agree that this makes no…
A quiet oasis away from the modern conveniences and distractions of many of the other Turks and Caicos islands, Grand Turk life moves at a more sedate pace. The island is resplendent with classic glistening beaches and azure waters, making it a popular stomping ground for major cruise ship lines.
Mom was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer and we made the decision, as a family, for hospice care. Between surgeries, hospital stays and her passing, it was a grueling couple of weeks. While all this was going on, I attempted to take care of my current clients. I was in no shape to take on new ones at the time. 
Biting the hand that feeds you makes no sense; it never has and never will. Treating customers as enemies is dumb. Don’t be dumb.
A quiet oasis away from the modern conveniences and distractions of many of the other Turks and Caicos islands, Grand Turk life moves at a more sedate pace. The island is resplendent with classic glistening beaches and azure waters, making it a popular stomping ground for major cruise ship lines.
