Destinations
In Chile, Where Pablo Neruda Lived and Loved
Visiting the revered poet’s three homes in Chile — La Chascona, La Sebastiana and Isla Negra — where his romance with Mathilde Urrutia played out, each an expression of his dreams…
— New York Times
More than kangaroos and beaches: Sydney's history is worth diving into
An island of thugs and murderers? Not quite. How Sydney came to be is a much more complicated tale - and it's worth following in the footsteps of rogues to experience it first-hand…
— Globe and Mail
The Best U.S. Cities To Escape The Snow
Everything has a limit. Even the biggest winter lovers have had enough of snow at one point. Carrying 20 pounds of layers of clothes, hats, gloves, and big boots can be…
— The Huffington Post
Tours and Activities
Star Wars at Walt Disney World: Everything you need to know
Which side will you choose, the Light Side or the Dark Side of the Force? Disney's Hollywood Studios make the choice a bit easier. From new ride updates to a new fireworks show, the Studios are taking their Star Wars offerings to lightspeed, and we've got everything you need to know…
— USA Today
Sayulita, hippy-chic Mexico on the Pacific coast
A new charter flight to Puerto Vallarta has put Mexico's Pacific coast within easy reach from the UK. But don't hang around in the big resorts - head north for laid-back beaches and boho shops, whale-watching and rodeos…
— The Guardian
Cruise
MSC Cruises to Develop Private Island in the Bahamas
MSC Cruises will develop a private marine reserve island in the Bahamas called Ocean Cay MSC, with a view to open in November 2017…
— CruiseCritic.com
Storm, Strong Winds and Big Wave Hit Explorer of the Seas
Australia's biggest cruise ship, Explorer of the Seas, was caught up in “unexpected” strong winds of almost 150 knots -- similar speeds to the tornado that ripped through Sydney's southern coast yesterday…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
Now you can spend United Airlines miles at this airport store
United Airlines partners with an airport retailer to open its first Miles Shop where loyalty club members can spend their air miles…
— LA Times
US, Cuba near deal on restoring commercial flights
The diplomatic advance would help open the way for U.S. airlines to begin flying to Cuba within months in what would likely be the biggest step toward tighter economic ties since the two countries began normalizing relations last year…
— Fox Travel News
How to Navigate America’s Busiest Airports
Pack a portable charger, and your patience. The December holidays are among the busiest for travel across the country, making for lengthy airport security lines, fast food temptations and mass scrambles for open electrical sockets…
— New York Times
Lodging
The Haughmond hotel, Upton Magna, near Shrewsbury: review
It has comfortable rooms, but it's the superb food that sets this former coaching inn apart - and got it straight into the Michelin guide…
— The Guardian
Which California and Las Vegas hotels are the best in the world? Conde Nast Traveler has the list
Conde Nast Traveler's 2016 Gold List of the best hotels in the world includes seven in California and six in Las Vegas…
— LA Times
Other and Odd
In a Self-Serve World, Start-Ups Find Value in Human Helpers
It’s unfashionable to admit this in the age of Expedia, Priceline and other do-it-yourself online tools, but here it is: I miss travel agents…
— New York Times
These Las Vegas Santas go river rafting and scuba diving
Why sit on Santa's lap when you can go rafting with him on the Colorado River or watch him scuba dive at Shark Reef Aquarium?…
— LA Times
Today in History
The First Flight
Orville and Wilbur Wright had suffered through weeks of mishaps and delays at their camp in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Undeterred, the two brothers continued to experiment with different designs and fuel mixtures for their attempt at flight…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Journeys Connect launches Dream Ireland Weddings
Journeys Connect has partnered with West Coast Weddings Ireland to create Dream Ireland Weddings, a full service destination wedding management service to Ireland. Ireland, renowned for its soothing landscape, is the ideal location for a destination wedding. What sets Ireland apart as a wedding and civil partnership destination is the warmth of the people, and its reputation for throwing a truly legendary party. Ireland recently voted by a huge majority to legalize same-sex marriage, becoming the first country in the world to do so by popular vote…
— Travel Research Online
The Travel Institute Launches "Advice from the Experts" Series for Industry Newcomers
Responding to a 64 percent increase in sales of its entry-level training programs in 2015, The Travel Institute today announced details of a new learning program, "Advice from the Experts," a 10-week series of live presentations for those considering or beginning a career in travel. The weekly webinars, which will run from February 17 to April 20, are led by industry experts who are part of The Travel Institute’s Professional Educators Program and cover a variety of on-the-job essentials…
— Travel Research Online
The 365 Guide
The New Year Is Here!
I am not going to bore you with an article highlighting the importance of making meaningful goals for the New Year. Nor am I going to highlight the folly most individuals experience who spend an inordinate amount of time making such superfluous goals.
You know what time it is, and you know you have a full 12 months ahead to do whatever it is you are going to do. As Gloria Estefan once reminded us in song, “You determine your fate by the choices you make.”
Before entering the New Year after sharing over 225 messages with you during the past twelve months, I want to remind you of one simple meaningful fact. I happen to know that the following advice is true: I learned it and…
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Accelerate your Social Marketing Analysis
by Catherine Heeg Thursday December 17, 2015
Knowing what to measure can be as baffling as sifting thru all the insights, analytics, and numbers.
Knowing why you’re measuring is key to your success.
Does your analysis give you a better idea of what action YOU can take? Do you better understand your marketing direction or what resonates with your fans?
We all love to see our fan base grow. Yet if those fans aren’t working hard for you by sharing, liking, or commenting on your content, are their growing numbers meaningful to you?
— Travel Research Online Read the rest of this article »
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Spotlight
Fly The Wings Of Progress With Ethiopian Airlines
Thursday December 17, 2015
Ethiopian Airlines (Ethiopian) is the fastest growing airline in Africa and a multi-award winning airline, registering an average growth of 25% in the past seven years. In its close to seven decades of operations, Ethiopian has become one of the continent’s leading carriers, unrivaled in its efficiency and operational success.
Ethiopian commands the lion’s share of the pan-African passenger and cargo networks, operating the youngest and most modern fleet to more than 90 international destinations across five continents. Ethiopian’s fleet includes ultra-modern and environmentally friendly aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 777-200LR, Boeing 777-200 Freighter, and the Bombardier Q-400 double cabin, all with an average age of five years. In fact, Ethiopian is the first airline in Africa to own and operate these aircraft.
— Travel Research Online Read the rest of this article »
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