Destinations
Zika-free Bermuda draws a new, younger crowd
Bermuda has seen double-digit growth in the number of visitors under the age of 45 seeking a Zika-free island getaway…
— The Boston Globe
The Everything Guide to Nashville
What should I do when I visit Nashville? Consider this your guide to the best of Music City: the classics that aren't cliched, the up-and-coming neighborhoods, and the restaurants, bars, and museums you need to visit…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Twenty reasons to visit Santiago
Chile has a rich and turbulent history, incredible scenery and unforgettable food…
— Traveller
Tours and Activities
'Lord of the Rings' Comes to Life for New Zealand Tourists
Fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy worlds have long flocked to New Zealand to explore the lands that inspired Peter Jackson's “Lord of the Rings” film adaptations…
— Travel Leisure
Disney: New castle-projection show debuts soon
A show featuring a new set of projections onto Cinderella Castle will debut soon at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World has announced…
— Sun Sentinel
Cruise
Cruises you can’t afford to miss in 2017
New ships, new destinations, new restaurants and activities. Get on board with 15 top river and ocean cruises for 2017…
— Escape
Pacific Princess Sustains Damage, Cruise Cut Short and Next Cruise Canceled
Passengers on Princess Cruises' Pacific Princess are being forced to disembark early from their Mediterrean cruise after the ship hit a breakwater wall entering the port of Nice, causing damage to its port side under the water line…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
Who's winning the U.S. business class cabin showdown?
For business travelers flying in the U.S., this may be the best travel news all year. All three major U.S. legacy airlines have revamped business class…
— Chicago Tribune
That winter vacation just got cheaper
Depressed fuel prices, the growth of low-cost carriers and tumultuous world events have combined to do one nice thing for travelers: lower airfares…
— Miami Herald
SkyWest pilot arrested for allegedly trying to fly while drunk
A SkyWest Airlines pilot was arrested for allegedly trying to fly a commercial plane while intoxicated. Police say 38-year-old Russell Duszak’s blood alcohol level was above the legal limit of .04…
— NBC News
Lodging
10 hotels to visit on Halloween
With Halloween on the horizon it’s a wonderful excuse for another mini break. The UK has a rich history of witchery, hauntings, sorcery and magic, so there are plenty of places to go that really capture the spooky spirit…
— The Huffington Post
The hotels with voice-activated rooms and robot dinosaur butlers
With everything from robot butlers to voice-activated rooms now on offer, the future of hotels is now…
— The Independent
Other and Odd
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Closes River Ride After Fatal Accident In Australia
After four people were killed at an amusement park in Australia, Busch Gardens is closing one of its similar rides…
— Fox Travel News
Before You Take a Road Trip, Do This
A car is often seen as the first taste of freedom for a teenage driver. But getting behind the wheel, especially for longer trips, calls for skills and preparation…
— New York Times
Today in History
Opening of the New York City Subway
It was October 27, 1904 when the first underground line of the New York City subway opened. The construction methods at the time involved digging up the earth, digging the tunnel, building the subway and then re-covering the construction…
— Travel Research Online
Reading Between the Lines
Guerilla Marketing Attack: Quality Service is a Customer Magnet
 "One of the best things about today’s customers is their appreciation of top-notch service. They see it when it is there, and they tend to patronize businesses that consistently offer it.”
Guerilla Marketing Attack by Jay Conrad Levinson, page 149
My wife and I were recently having dinner at a hotel restaurant in Reno, NV. By my definition it was just another hotel and just another hotel restaurant. It was time to eat and the convenience of this eatery took precedent over hunting for the perfect culinary experience in…
— Travel Research Online
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