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Friday May 13, 2016

 

Destinations

36 Hours in Amsterdam
With new restaurants and night spots, and the reopening of the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam is in the midst of an exciting renewal…

A day out in hipster-haven Oakland, the 'West Coast Brooklyn'
After hearing so much about how Oakland has become a new hipster haven, I made a day trip from San Francisco and found it lived up to the hype…

Eurovision 2016: a guide to Stockholm
Flashing lights, screeching high notes, extreme wind machines, broken English... yes, it’s Eurovision Song Contest time again, and this year the annual celebration of song and dance – which rallies and divides Europe all in one night – lands in the Swedish capital, Stockholm…


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Tours and Activities

21 cool cocktail bars across the country
To the delight of liquor enthusiasts everywhere, the time-honored cocktail bar has endured the trendy nature of the bar business. Microbreweries and wine bars might be popping up on every corner, but the allure of a well-made cocktail continues to stir the hearts of those seeking liquid refreshment…

The best national parks for springtime camping
Set up a tent and enjoy nature in America's stunning national parks as the weather warms up. Now that spring is here and the days are longer, you can finally stop hibernating and reconnect with nature. Are you itching to get out of the house already? Why not spend a few days camping in one of America’s 58 national parks, which are celebrating a centenary this year?…

You Can Now Spend the Night in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Lair
In honor of the June 3 premiere of the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, Airbnb has revealed a secret lair in New York City where you can spend the night for just $1…


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Cruise

Carnival Cruise Line Drops Izmir Calls Following U.S. State Department Advisory
Following a warning from the U.S. State Department, Carnival Cruise Line has canceled calls on the port of Izmir, Turkey, on all upcoming sailings of Carnival Vista, the line's newest and largest ship…

Inside the world's largest cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas
The giant vessel, which features a 1,400-seat theatre, a park with 12,000 plant species and a 10-storey water slide, will house 8,500 passengers and crew…


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Transportation

The most ridiculous weapons Americans attempt to smuggle on flights
Grenades, guns, and an array of flick knives that will turn your stomach are just a sample of the weapons that make up the Instagram feed of America's airport security authority…

Help is coming for long airport security lines
Help is on the way to combat marathon security lines at airports across the country. The TSA received final Congressional approval Wednesday for its request to re-allocate funds to increase security officers at airport security checkpoints. Airports have been experiencing record passenger numbers recently, creating long wait times to get through security…


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Lodging

10 Things to Know About The Boca Resort and Club
Why is the Waldorf Astoria Boca Raton Resort and Club a great choice for your next summer family vacation? Because it has just about everything that will satisfy your entire family. If you’re looking for reasonable rates and luxury, this is a fantastic option. Great service and food along with fun kids’ activities and kid-friendly touches, makes this resort worth the money. Here are ten helpful things to know about this family-friendly resort…

Inside the Most Requested Suite at the St. Regis New York
The 1,700-square-foot stunner is popular with guests at the landmark hotel. More than a century old but seemingly timeless, the St. Regis New York is a piece of living history right in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. The landmarked hotel was the city’s tallest structure when it was completed in 1904 by John Jacob Astor IV, and became the prototype for all St. Regis hotels and resorts around the world…

Other and Odd

Finding a different angle on travel photography
Professional photographer and journalist David Noyes shares the secrets of his photo successes in a new book for travelers…

How to Travel the World While Working Full Time
Travel reportedly reduces stress, increases joy, and all sorts of magical things. But for many people it’s a difficult thing to do - and the two biggest concerns are lack of time and lack of money. Having money to travel is another issue (and a different article), there are plenty of ways to get around the whole time thing. Think you can’t travel because you work a nine-to-five and you’re tethered to the rock-bottom 2-week-per-year American vacation time? Think again. These are some great ways to work a full-time job and still see the world…

Today in History

The First FM Radio Station
On May 13, 1939, WDRC signed on to the air on FM radio bandwidth, the first commercial FM radio station. Unlike AM radio frequencies, FM bandwidths and broadcasting technique allowed high fidelity and stereo broadcasts…

Press Releases of Interest

South African Airways Vacations® Promotes Kenya Tourism With Special Savings On Air-Inclusive Safari Package
South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations) has launched a new safari vacation package to explore the scenic beauty of Kenya’s national parks and experience the life-changing opportunity of Africa’s exciting wildlife. The 7-night “Discover Kilimanjaro & the Masai Mara” package is a scheduled safari starting at $3,699* per person (restrictions apply), which provides a savings of up to $1,300* (restrictions apply) off the normal package price…

Agent Perspectives

Sell yourself first--always!

As the career profile and job description of the travel "agent" has evolved into being a travel "advisor", travel professionals have evolved into much more than order takers.  In other words, we're not just here to process payments and book travel, we are here to guide and educate our clients.  Therefore, the heart of our book of business is undeniably built on the trust, respect, and the rapport we develop with our clients.  How this relationship is established is critical to maintaining longevity as your clients return to you—their travel guru.

According to Harry Beckwith, author of You, Inc., the FIRST thing to sell is yourself!  This is extremely critical and lays the foundation for all aspects of your business.  Perhaps this sounds easier said than…

  — Travel Research Online
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Reading Between the Lines

Flip: The Right Staff

“Your little experiments will often fail. Get over it. Start another one.”

Flip: How to Turn Everything You Know on Its Head—and Succeed Beyond Your Wildest Imaginings — Peter Sheahan, page 167

Today’s message is directed toward those of you who have employees. I don’t. There are many times I wish I had. Why? Because two heads are better than…

  — Travel Research Online
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