Destinations
The 10 secret sights you must see in Rome
Rome is one of the world’s most visited cities - and it's easy to see why. Around every bend is a remarkable church, a verdant garden or a magnificent museum…
— Telegraph (London)
First trip to Europe? What to expect
If you're planning your first trip to Europe, congratulations! Learning about the world through travel is the best thing that ever happened to me…
— USA Today
Cold Comfort at the Edge of the World
Once a year, the people of Jokkmokk, Sweden gather to celebrate their heritage. Reindeer beware…
— New York Times
Tours and Activities
Disney World's first drone show to debut for the holidays at Disney Springs
Just days after receiving permission from the Federal Aviation Administration to fly drones, Walt Disney World has announced what will be its first nighttime show using the unmanned aircraft…
— Sun Sentinel
Winter music festivals: The best events across Europe and beyond
You might think that shorter days and plunging mercury equals hibernation and a moribund music scene, but that couldn’t be further from the truth…
— The Independent
Cruise
Cruising on the Europa 2, a Floating Art Gallery
How to go on a trip with Damien Hirst and David Hockney: by sailing the Riviera Maya aboard the Europa 2, where world-class art is everywhere…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Harmony of the Seas Completes Transatlantic Crossing, Begins Cruising from U.S. Homeport
Harmony of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's newest ship -- and the largest cruise ship in the world -- departed Port Everglades, its long-term U.S. homeport, for the first time Saturday afternoon. It was led out of port by a team of 16 jet board and jetpack riders who performed an exciting stunt show…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
The Cheap Icelandic Airline You Need To Know About
Winter is coming, and cheap travel to Iceland is only getting cheaper. Hooray! Icelandic airline Wow Air is adding Pittsburgh to its list of U.S. departure cities, and the carrier has unleashed a load of cheap flights in celebration…
— The Huffington Post
JetBlue adds another Florida-California cross-country route
JetBlue is adding a cross-country route that will connect two of the carrier’s “focus cities.” Starting May 3, JetBlue will fly one daily round-trip flight between Fort Lauderdale and Long Beach, Calif…
— USA Today
Lodging
How renting my place on Airbnb helps me travel the world
I travel a lot, and people always ask me how I'm able to be gone most of the year, hiking a glacier in Iceland or wandering around Old Havana…
— Chicago Tribune
Why this was named the best hotel in the world
Ensconced in a high, velvet-draped four-poster bed in the Butler suite, the pale Irish sun rising over the lake to tickle the exquisite artworks and furnishings, I contemplate my day ahead, to be enjoyed in the world's best hotel…
— Traveller
Inside Shanghai's first "seven-star" hotel
Billing itself a "seven-star" hotel -- the first of its kind in Shanghai -- the Wanda Reign on the Bund certainly makes the appropriate first impression…
— CNN
Other and Odd
When a Snake Falls From the Overhead Bin Mid-flight
And you thought “Snakes on a Plane” was fiction? No such luck. On an Aeromexico flight from Torreon to Mexico City on Sunday, a large green snake came slithering out of the overhead bin, ABC News reported…
— Travel Leisure
How to Make Holiday Travel Less Stressful
Traveling during the holiday season can be a less than enjoyable experience, said David Solomito, the vice president of marketing at the travel search engine Kayak…
— New York Times
Today in History
The Beer Hall Putsch
On this day in 1923, Adolf Hitler, a leader of the fledgling Nazi Party in Germany, attempted a violent overthrow of the government…
— Travel Research Online
Travel Agent Diaries
Art of Travel - reflecting on an Asian roadshow
 Last month, I mentioned that at the end of October, I’d be heading off to Southeast Asia with the Czech Tourism Board for a Roadshow covering the 5 major Southeast Asian markets. This was in cooperation with the Czech, Hungarian, Polish, and Slovak Tourist Boards. It was dubbed the “Discover Central Europe Roadshow.” I was in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Manila, and Jakarta promoting our inbound business to the Czech Republic & Central Europe.
Personally, I believe in the value of joining such roadshows. If they are well organized, it brings in many qualified buyers under one roof which saves time and money compared to doing individual sales calls, particularly in markets like Southeast Asia where the reach is fragmented. Generally, the Tourist Boards are…
— Travel Research Online
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Reading Between the Lines
60-Second Geography
Stretch Out on the Shores of Naxos with Cloud Tours
by Elizabeth Cody
Tuesday November 08, 2016
Naxos is a stun ning island often overlooked for its more well-known sisters, Santorini or Mykonos, even though it's the largest island in the Cyclades. Despite the snub, Naxos continues to be a popular destination for those looking for an off the beaten path Greek island getaway, full of Mediterranean sun and fun but not necessarily the huge cruising crowds. The island is a foodie paradise, considered the gourmet hotspot of the Cyclades with organic and farm-to-table cuisine, and the perfect place to enjoy it on the long stretches of beach overlooking the deep azure waters. You'll certainly find the island large enough to accommodate your wish for some solitary exploration or a chance to wander around ancient ruins.
— Travel Research Online
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Outposts
Journey to the Center of European Culture in Brussels with TUIfly
by Elizabeth Cody
Tuesday November 08, 2016
Brussels is a q uietly alluring city, drawing visitors in with her quirks and charms as much as for her aesthetics. Just over 1,500 years old, the city has weathered through battles for settlement, independence, and two World Wars, all while still managing to retain much of its original history, architecture, and pride. The people of Brussels delight in celebrating both the old and not-so-old in their city, as well as embracing the idea of a core European identity. It's no wonder that after the formation of the European Union, they chose Brussels out of every European city to call home.
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— 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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