Destinations
Paris Is Always a Good Idea
Paris is an ideal city for every college tourist and here's why: Let's talk food.
The food in France is beyond amazing. While aliments like bread and cheese might sound quite ordinary, they are extraordinary in France. You will see people carrying baguettes in the morning fresh from the…
— The Huffington Post
In Saudi Arabia, a Kingdom to Myself
Untrammeled beaches, ancient sites and unfiltered local culture are all on offer in Saudi Arabia. Just don’t expect an easy trip…
— New York Times
Tours and Activities
Site of Shakespeare's grand Stratford home to open to the public
Playwright's New Place mansion, which was demolished in 1759, is re-imagined following major excavation project…
— The Guardian
Whale-watching with pros at Point Vicente on the Palos Verdes Peninsula -- for free
Watch gray whales in Southern California for free as they make their way between Mexico and Alaska. Point Vicente on the Palos Verdes Peninsula is where it's all happening…
— LA Times
London's best afternoon teas
Three tiers of sandwiches, scones and a few cakes? A lovely treat, but the capital proves that afternoon tea can be so much more, with not just added fizz but gluten-free options, couture-inspired delicacies, innovative breads and even sky-high views. So pull up a chair and tuck in to these mouth-watering options…
— The Independent
Cruise
MSC Cruises Partners With TechnoGym for New Onboard Fitness Program
In a partnership with fitness manufacturer TechnoGym, MSC Cruises will offer a Wellness Experience aboard all ships in its fleet, beginning in 2017…
— CruiseCritic.com
Top 5 cruise lines to see the world
Pick your cruise, pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable vacation on the high seas…
— Fox Travel News
Transportation
Airlines appear headed for dogfight on Havana flights
U.S. carriers appear set for a dogfight over newly opened flight rights to Havana, but their interest in other Cuban destinations appears to be lukewarm. Airlines had until the close of business on Wednesday to apply to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the U.S.-Cuba flight rights. That comes after a February agreement paved the way for the first regularly scheduled, non-charter passenger airline flights between the nations in five decades…
— USA Today
MH370: Likely piece of doomed plane found
A piece of wreckage from a Boeing 777 -- likely MH370 -- was found over the weekend on the coast of Mozambique, a U.S. official told CNN on Wednesday…
— CNN
American Airlines Attendant Lit Blaze on Jet: FBI
A flight attendant started a fire in an American Airlines plane lavatory and then pretended to discover and extinguish it, the FBI said Wednesday…
— NBC
Lodging
Europe's best hotels for wedding venues
An insider's guide to the best hotels in Europe for wedding venues, including the top places in the South of France, Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, Santorini and Taormina…
— Telegraph (London)
Find a hotel rate that seems too good to be true? Look for the "resort fee."
If you've ever found a bargain on a hotel only to discover a few clicks later that the property charged a nonnegotiable "resort fee," you're not alone. Last year, 744 properties in the United States added these fees to their guests' final bills, an astonishing 25 percent increase from 2014…
— Miami Herald
Other and Odd
The world's most secretive places
From an isolated Pacific island without running water to a James Bond-like spy base in England, these five places are practically off-limits to even the most curious travellers…
— BBC Travel
Deaths of British tourists prompt closure of Vietnam waterfall
World Watch: Datanla Falls in Vietnam were temporarily closed after three British tourists fell to their deaths…
— Chicago Tribune
Today in History
Ponce de Leon
On this day in 1513, Ponce de Leon set sail from Puerto Rico to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. Caribbean Indian legends spoke of waters, a drink of which would guarantee a life free from the worries of old age. Ponce de Leon had served with Christopher Columbus on his second voyage and became the governor of Puerto Rico, earning a fortune in the slave trade. He later lost the position and requested permission from Spain to explore the regions north of Cuba…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
South African Airways And Jetblue Airways Expand Code
Share Flights To Washington, DC – Accra, Ghana Route
South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline and JetBlue Airways have introduced code share operations on SAA’s flights between Washington, DC-Dulles Airport and Accra, Ghana in Africa, effective immediately. JetBlue is now placing its "B6" code on SAA-operated flights between Washington, DC-Dulles Airport and Accra, Ghana. Customers purchasing a codeshare itinerary will benefit from having a single ticket combining JetBlue and SAA-operated flights, as well as the conveniences on their day of travel of one-stop check-in and baggage transfer…
— Travel Research Online
Reading Between the Lines
The Professional Service Firm: What Are YOU Recognized For?
 “A Professional Service Firm is well-known for something. It has a recognizable signature and a Distinguishable Approach To Solving Problems.”
The Professional Service Firm from the Reinventing Work series by Tom Peters
News Flash! You are a professional service firm. You need to be recognized for “something.” What niche are you known for, respected for, and actively sought out for?…
— Travel Research Online
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TRO SMITH
Does Facebook Know You are a Travel Expert?
by Lori Hardegree
Thursday March 03, 2016
 Facebook has been hard at work making some changes lately (no big surprise there, right?), but the good news is that some of them will be a great addition for service-based businesses such as travel professionals. You’ll want to check out this new Facebook update and make sure your business is ready to take advantage of this new opportunity to increase your visibility to new potential clients!…
— Travel Research Online
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Departures
Indulge in Israel's Most Luxurious Accommodations with Dan Hotels
by Elizabeth Cody
Thursday March 03, 2016
 The Dan Hotels of Israel is the country’s longest-established deluxe and first-class hotel chain. Its beginnings date back to June 1947, when two brothers, Yekutiel and Shmuel Federmann, purchased the “Kaete Dan”, a 21-room guest house on the Tel Aviv sea shore, with the vision that Israel would one day become a tourist destination. Today, the chain includes 12 deluxe hotels in prime locations around the country, an international convention center, a hotel training school, and the Dan Lounges at Ben Gurion airport. The flagship hotel, the King David Jerusalem, regularly hosts visiting dignitaries and is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.
Since the establishment of the State of Israel, Dan Hotels has led the development of the tourism and hospitality industry in…
— Travel Research Online
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