Destinations
How to have the perfect weekend in Bratislava
From hip brunch spots to hidden bunkers and fairytale churches, Bratislava is a newly booming option for a weekend break…
— The Independent
In Richmond, Ill., younger crowd brings new businesses, new life to small town
Richmond, Ill., is going through a rebirth with an influx of new shops and restaurants. But The Village of Yesteryear has kept its historic charm…
— Chicago Tribune
Tours and Activities
Japan's Abandoned 'Dreamland' Theme Park Is Not For The Faint Of Heart
Disneyland is the Happiest Place on Earth. And this place could easily be the saddest. Welcome to Nara Dreamland, an abandoned theme park in Japan’s Nara Prefecture. The park opened in 1961 as “the Japanese answer” to Disneyland, according to Atlas Obscura, but the dream didn’t last forever…
— The Huffington Post
Keizo Shimamoto Makes the Best Ramen in NYC
Keizo Shimamoto is in some ways a victim of his own success. The 38-year-old Japanese-American is best known for creating the Ramen Burger, which was dubbed the “fad food of the millisecond” back in 2013 and yet is still going strong, with people lining up at his Smorgasburg pop-up locations across New York City for a taste…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Cruise
Inside the little luxury ship that will show you Scotland
Thinking about a trip to Scotland? Our latest Cruise Ship Tour offers a deck-by-deck look at the charming little luxury vessel that has become synonymous with Scottish coastal cruises, Hebridean Princess…
— USA Today
Tropical Storm Matthew to Form, Already Affecting Cruise Itineraries
At least one cruise line has been forced to reroute ships in the Caribbean due to a tropical wave that's expected to form into Tropical Storm Matthew this week. Royal Caribbean has adjusted itineraries for Allure of the Seas and Adventure of the Seas, which both departed Fort Lauderdale Sunday, September 25…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
The world's 10 fastest growing airports
The rise of Dubai International Airport over the last 25 years has been remarkable. The Middle Eastern hub welcomed just 4.35 million passengers in 1990 - about the same as Newcastle Airport handles today…
— Telegraph (London)
9 Ways To Save Money And Keep A Cool Head When Flying
From long security lines to cramped cabins to rude passengers, there’s a lot to complain about when it comes to flying in economy today. Here's how to make the experience at least a bit more tolerable…
— Fox Travel News
British Woman Becomes World's Youngest Ever Commercial Airline Captain
Kate McWilliams started flying at 13 and is an Easyjet captain at the age of 26. She wants to be a role model for girls who, as she once did, think flying planes is a job reserved for men…
— NBC News
Lodging
For Fall Foliage Season, Lower Prices at Hotels
Wherever the leaves change color, expect hotel rates to rise as fall color peaks. Still, there are a few deals in leaf-peeping season, especially if you can travel midweek…
— New York Times
Monteverdi in the running for World’s Sexiest Bedroom award
Is this the world’s sexiest bedroom? The Copper Room, at Monteverdi in Tuscany, is among the contenders for the title at the annual Mr and Mrs Smith boutique hotel awards…
— Escape
Craft beer and yoga classes: This is a 'new' type of youth hostel
Not your traditional backpacker hostel experience: The new hostel chain is aimed at young travellers who are cost-conscious but don't want sacrifice style…
— Traveller
Other and Odd
These cuisines could help you live longer
Going on vacation could help you uncover the secret to a long and healthy life -- if you pick the right destination. It's no secret that certain populations around the world live longer and produce a greater number of centenarians than others…
— CNN
Mysterious Flash Over Australia Was Likely a Meteor Crashing Offshore
A thunderous boom and a bright flash over the coast of northeastern Australia Monday night may have been a “big meteor” strike, according to local media. Police in Central Queensland were inundated with phone calls after residents felt the earth shake and saw a bright light trail across the sky, according to the Gladstone Observer…
— Travel Leisure
Today in History
The Norman Invasion
For eight months, the Duke of Normandy's ships were prevented from sailing to England because of unfavorable winds. King Harold of England amassed his army early, but the long wait for the Duke of Normandy's army took its toll…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
XL Airways: 2017 Schedule Released with Flights Available for Sale
XL Airways, has just announced the opening dates for their 2017 season. The French airline will return to all 4 US gateways (JFK/LAX/SFO/MIA) with non-stop flights to to Paris-CDG…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
Four inspirational reasons for UK travel
by Paull Tickner
Wednesday September 28, 2016
 With the post-Brexit exchange rate holding at its lowest level since the mid ‘80s, fans of English costume dramas will be thrilled by Masterpiece Theatre’s mid-January screening of ITV’s ‘Victoria,’ while Jane Austen’s 200th anniversary will encourage more ‘On Location’ interest in some of their earlier productions.
Staying with the literary theme but blending together David Hockney, Beatrix Potter, William Wordsworth, James Herriot, and JMW Turner with the ongoing Bronte 200, celebrations programs opens up new opportunities for more creative tours in England’s North Country.
Thanks to the Royal Horticultural Society, garden lovers will be really pleased by the many award-winning gardens in the north of England that can be built around the new RHS Chatsworth Flower Show next…
— Travel Research Online
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Reading Between the Lines
Emotional Intelligence: Becoming the Best Involves Sweat Equity
 "Studies of Olympic athletes, world-class musicians, and chess grandmasters all have the ability to motivate themselves to pursue relentless training routines.”
Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Coleman, page 79
The key here as far as I am concerned is the word “motivate.” Becoming world-class at anything requires more than just a wish and a prayer. The words "training" and "practice" play important roles, as does the word "confidence". Being the best, or even being really good, takes a focused effort. That single behavior is what differentiates the handful of greats from the watered-down rank and…
— Travel Research Online
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TRO and The Travel Institute Scholarship Program
TRO believes ongoing training is important to the health of the travel professional. Therefore, we have partnered with The Travel Institute to assist travel agents to earn their Certified Travel Associate designation. TRO will be awarding a $100 scholarship to at least one attendee of TRO webinars each webinar. If you want to be considered for the scholarship you need only to register here:
http://www.thetravelinstitute.com/troscholarship/
…and then attend TRO’s webinars. Winners will be selected and notified immediately after each webinar!
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