Destinations
36 Hours in Richmond, Virginia
A new African-American museum, appealing parks and distinctive dining spots are among the lures of this riverside city…
— New York Times
Ultimate Costa Rica: our expert's perfect two-week itinerary
Green, serene, wild and wondrous, Costa Rica is many people’s first choice for an initial foray into Central America. Adored by intrepid travellers and those who like to combine some comfort with their hikes and horseback rides, it’s a safe and relatively small country that packs in a lot of experiences…
— Telegraph (London)
What to see, eat and do in Copenhagen
Boundless water, pretty, pastel-coloured, harbour-front buildings, a wealth of cultural attractions, super-low crime rates and a focus on being clean and green – there’s plenty to like about Copenhagen…
— Escape
Tours and Activities
10 of the best late-night bars in London
If you’re after a well-crafted cocktail or beer, these late-drink hangouts keep the party going across the capital. They’re what the Night Tube was made for…
— The Guardian
A Closer Look at Jamaica's Exciting Food Scene
A visual guide to some of the island's best food and, more importantly, where to find it…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Magic Kingdom Halloween party offers unique experiences from other Disney events
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, with its unique offerings and character interactions, might be the best value of Disney's separately-ticketed events, for guests who want experiences they can't have every day…
— Sun Sentinel
Cruise
Our guide to the hottest new cruise ships on order
What's next from the world's largest cruise lines? Below is our annual list of ocean-going ships on order for major brands such as Royal Caribbean and Norwegian, updated to include two new vessels recently announced by industry giant Carnival…
— USA Today
What it's really like aboard the world's biggest ship
Standing on the edge of a precipice, I look down into a canyon, with towering sides and people milling below like the proverbial ants. It's not some rugged ravine but the world's biggest ship and I'm running late for dinner…
— Traveller
Transportation
Here's what it's like to fly First Class on British Airways
Check-in queues, baggage restrictions, and a lack of leg room can make flying in Economy less than pleasant, so it's easy to see the appeal of splashing out on First Class tickets…
— The Independent
Behind the scenes at a flight attendant training center
Flight attendants must undergo rigorous training to work for any of the world's big airlines. Most carriers have a dedicated facility where attendants go through their training regimen, both before joining an airline and then on an continuing basis to keep their skills current…
— USA Today
Lodging
8 Awesome Canalside Hotels in Amsterdam
Whether it’s a tiny boutique hotel with a cozy fireplace or a plush property edging the Red Light District, a canal-side stay is quintessential Amsterdam. These eight awesome options might differ in style and amenities, but each one offers charming views of one of the city’s most famed features…
— The Huffington Post
California’s Hotel Bungalow Boom
Historic hotel bungalows have a timeless allure that dates back to the early 20th century, when they were first introduced to accommodate families needing more space and privacy. Today, three California properties are reviving the traditional Hollywood hide-out…
— New York Times
Other and Odd
Zika Travel Advisory Issued For 11 Southeast Asia Countries
U.S. health officials are advising pregnant women to postpone travel to 11 countries in Southeast Asia because of Zika outbreaks in the region…
— Fox Travel News
How to Get a Great Workout While Traveling
You’re traveling for either business or fun, and check into a hotel in a city you’ve never visited before. You want to get a run in, but how do you know where to go? You could strike out on your own and hope for the best, but there are many apps and websites that can help you find recommended routes used by local runners…
— Travel Leisure
Today in History
RMS Queen Elizabeth 2
On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon was the same pair used by her mother and grandmother to launch the Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
South African Airways Vacations Introduces Its 2017 Collection Brochure
South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®) launched its 2017 Collection brochure, featuring an expanded portfolio of air-inclusive vacation packages to a variety of destinations throughout Southern and East Africa…
— Travel Research Online
Agent Perspectives
Venture out of your comfort zone
by Marti Litwin
Friday September 30, 2016
A call came in  from one of my favorite clients wanting a package to Maui – again! They have been to the island countless times and have consistently stayed at the same two resorts. Taking my roll as an "advisor" seriously, I mention perhaps exploring a different island in Hawaii or a new tropical destination. It would be quite easy to fulfill her request and have a nice easy booking, but I really feel like there is more out there for this lovely couple to see!
After some discussion about how much they love returning to the same place year after year and that is comfortable because they know what to expect, I realize it's really more about a common psychological barrier - the comfort…
— Travel Research Online
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Reading Between the Lines
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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