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Tuesday April 26, 2016

 

Destinations

Secret Italy: 21 places you never thought to visit (but really should)
Lee Marshall, author of Telegraph Travel's guides to Rome, Florence, Tuscany and Sicily, recommends this unheralded spot in the Province of Salerno. "Twenty years ago, I promised the friend who told me about Pisciotta and its Marina that I would avoid writing about it," he says…

Guide to Dubai: a couple-friendly holiday destination
Summertime in Dubai is undeniably hot, but savvy couples can live like sheikhs by making the most of unbeatable deals available on flights, first-class hotels and even shopping during this off-peak season. Just a six-and-a-half-hour direct flight from the UK, the UAE hub boasts miles of pristine beaches, world-class restaurants and activities ranging from helicopter flights over the ever-growing skyline to scuba diving with sharks in the Dubai Mall Aquarium…

31 beautiful reasons to visit England
To celebrate St. George's Day -- the closest thing England has to a national day -- here are 31 reasons to visit…


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Tours and Activities

Disney World Announces This Year's Free Dining Days
Each year Walt Disney World offers select days where visitors can dine for free, and today the company made the Free Dining Days announcement…

The Renowned Palace of the Winds: Hawa Mahal, Jaipur India
The nice part to being in a city longer than some might suggest is that you get to take it slowly. We are so used to waking up at 6:00 a.m., being out all day and all night then not going to bed until 1:00 a.m. Well, that’s how it’s been on other trips in the past (talk about a dictatorship). But here in Jaipur, we have time. Time to sightsee, time to relax, time to wander, time to eat (always time to eat), time to do it all…


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Cruise

River cruises and coastal excursions offer a more mellow way to see the U.S.A.
More travelers are choosing to stay in the U.S. and cruise its nations and coastal waters…

Princess Cruises to Dock at Cairns City Terminal Instead of Anchoring at Yorkeys Knob
Princess Cruises' three Australia-based ships -- Sun Princess, Sea Princess and Dawn Princess -- will start docking at the Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal on the city foreshore, instead of anchoring at Yorkeys Knob, north of the city. This means passengers will step from their ship to Cairns city without needing to transfer by tender boats…


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Transportation

Seeing the Hoosier State in a different kind of Indy car
For Chicagoland folks seeking a not-too-distant escape, plenty of rail-themed activities await in Indianapolis, the capital of a state celebrating its bicentennial this year…

Five ways to save on first-class tickets
Pinching pennies is great, but there are some occasions when only first class will do: lie-flat seats, gourmet meals, maybe even a shower (hello, Etihad). It’s special. It’s also expensive…


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Lodging

The World's Most Luxurious Hotel Bathrooms
Rain shower heads and double sinks? So 20 years ago. Now, it's all about the ocean vistas, onyx tiles, and suspended tubs. Here are some of our favorites from around the world…

Ivanka Trump unveils spa suites at renovated Trump National in Doral
The upgraded spa and suites complex — designed by Ivanka Trump — marks the final stage of a $250 million renovation of the Doral resort…

How to Bring the Hotel Spa to Your Airbnb
On-demand beauty apps let you order up a massage, manicure or other treatment while you lounge at a vacation rental…


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Other and Odd

Traveling while gluten free: a survival guide
Awareness of celiac disease is on the rise, but many places have never heard of it, so patience is required - both in explaining the issue and handling mistakes…

In an Age of Privilege, Not Everyone Is in the Same Boat
Companies are becoming adept at identifying wealthy customers and marketing to them, creating a money-based caste system…

Today in History

Tanzania comes into existence
Britain and Germany had long been the colonial powers in eastern Africa, and the nation of Tanganyika was no exception. But when British rule came to an end in 1961, Tanganyika peacefully moved into independence with Julius Nyerere as its President…

Press Releases of Interest

Seize the Best-Value Europe Vacation with Incredible Inclusions
Clients can savor more of Europe for less when traveling on CostSaver operated by Trafalgar with $300 off per person on air-inclusive bookings on select departures through Monday, May 9, 2016. Get all the iconic sights, three or four star hotels, many meals, and transportation for an unbeatable experience at an unbeatable price from just $91 per day…

South African Airways Celebrates Freedom Day With Sale Fares To Destinations Throughout South Africa
South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, is celebrating South Africa’s Freedom Day with a 5-day sale offering special fares from New York-JFK and Washington, DC-Dulles to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth and East London.  The Freedom Day Fares start at just $1,299.00* (restrictions apply) from Washington, DC-Dulles to Johannesburg and $1,399.00* (restrictions apply) from New York-York to Johannesburg for travel during the peak summer season. The Freedom Day Fares are available for sale through April 30, 2016, for travel June 1 through August 10, 2016…

Travel Agent Diaries

En Route Travel - Gaining some clarity to sell myself

This past month, the goal was to gain some clarity on my objective, service, and message.  It's actually harder than it seems!  After much wrangling and really focusing on the language for a mission statement, it's absolutely going to become the foundation for how I currently do business and guide my future growth.  Looking back, I wish I had done this much sooner! It is never too late, and I feel that creating a clear emphatic statement in writing to guide any business can only be helpful.  

There are so many examples, some include management policies, values for the company, a vision - it's a very personalized and dynamic expression of how you do business and the type of client you serve.  Quite honestly, one…

  — Travel Research Online
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Reading Between the Lines

Putting Out of Your Mind: Two Types Of People

“You can’t be successful at putting if you’re letting fear of missed putts dictate your behavior.”

Putting Out of Your Mind: Dr. Bob Rotella, page 27

The Putter Jack Nicklaus Sees In The Mirror

What if they don’t answer my call? What if they don’t open my email? What if they think I am too expensive? What if they already have a travel agent they like doing business with? What if they “use” me, and then book directly? What if they don’t like the hotel I recommended? What if they miss their connection?…

  — Travel Research Online
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