Destinations
Take the kids to … Tintagel, Cornwall
Wizards, kings and castle ruins combine with beach, caves and rock pools to make a magical day out even in February…
— The Guardian
5 Gems of Venice: Where to Go Next Time You’re in L.A
Three years ago, Ariel Kaye launched Parachute, a Venice-based bedding company that aimed to create affordable, high-quality, linens…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
Britain's 50 greatest days out
A guide to family days out in Britain, including information on theme parks such as Alton Towers, museums, zoos including Whipsnade and Chester, and Stonehenge…
— Telegraph (London)
Whats new at Bok Tower? Ask the kids
Bok Tower, open since 1929, is well known for its lush gardens and 60-bell carillon atop a 205-foot beautifully constructed structure covered with Georgia marble, Florida coquina, and floral ceramic tiles.…
— Boston Globe
Cruise
Carnival to Launch Cuba Cruises from Tampa in June
Carnival Cruise Line has received approval to sail to Cuba and will begin visiting Havana, Cuba, on select sailings on Carnival Paradise out of Tampa beginning in June…
— CruiseCritic.com
Things to do in Tasmania: Boating, birdwatching and bushwalking
This boutique cruise in Tasmania's southwest wilderness is heaven for boaties, birdwatchers and bushwalkers…
— Traveller
Transportation
Drone taxis? Dubai plans roll out of self-flying pods
There’s been lots of talk in recent years about self-driving cars. Now, it appears as if self-flying passenger drones are next -- and they could flying in one major city as soon as this July…
— USA Today
Hamburg Airport Evacuated After 'Substance' Found in Air
Hamburg Airport's two terminals were evacuated on Sunday after reports of a strong smell, and people subsequently complaining of eye irritation, respiratory problems, and nausea…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Lodging
Hoteliers Comb the Ranks of Tech Workers to Gain an Edge
The front desk manager or housekeeper may epitomize the hotel employee, but the hospitality industry is increasingly dependent on tech workers, vacuuming data scientists, web designers and other experts into its ranks…
— New York Times
1 Hotels to expand; Virgin Hotels signs a new deal
The eco-friendly 1 Hotels brand is expanding. The company—founded by legendary hotelier Barry Sternlicht—has three new properties in the pipeline…
— USA Today
Other and Odd
Japan Has A Clever Solution To Overcome The Language Barrier
Language barriers can be a real struggle when traveling. But never fear, Japan has a clever solution for its English-speaking visitors…
— The Huffington Post
There is Now a Champagne Vending Machine in Vegas
Guests at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Las Vegas can now pop bottles of champagne straight from a vending machine…
— Travel Leisure
Today in History
Geronimo Dies
In 1829, a Native American boy given the name of Goyathlay was born to the Apache tribe in what was at the time Mexico but which would later become Arizona. He married and had three children. In 1851, a group of Mexican soldiers attacked his village while most of the men of the tribe were away. Goyathlay's wife and three children were murdered…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Cruise Europe with Goway and Norwegian Cruise Line
SAVE up to $1,400 per couple with NCL Europe Cruise beverage package…
— Travel Research Online
Agent Perspectives
Anita Pagliasso, President and Founder of Ticket To Travel
by Elizabeth Cody
Friday January 13, 2017
Anita Pagli asso took a leap of faith in 1992. Following her passion for travel, she switched gears from owning a successful and thriving electronic manufacturing rep business in the heart of Silicon Valley, CA., to opening her home-based travel business, Ticket To Travel. In 1993, Anita accepted Gary Fee’s challenge to become the San Jose/Bay Area Chapter director, which during parts of her 20 plus year reign became the OSSN flagship chapter.
Anita serves as the Conference Director for the Travel Agent Forums, where she is responsible for educational content, securing relevant authors, keynote speakers, travel industry top executives, and co-coordinating panels and panelists, all while working closely with the staff at Travel Show Marketing Group.
Anita is also a charter Executive Board member and…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
Spaced Repetition: Your Single Biggest Problem
 Today I want to talk to you about what I think is your biggest single problem. I don't care if you have a store front or that you work alone from home. It doesn’t matter if you work out of your attic or from your basement. You all have the same problem. And it's the same problem I have.
Not enough of the right people know you're alive.
That's it. How can I do business with you if I don't know that you exist? It all starts with visibility. I have to be introduced to you and know that you are alive. Then and only then can we begin to build a relationship that I hope, will lead to new business.…
— 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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Upcoming Training Opportunities
SCENIC LUXURY RIVER CRUISES AND THE NEW SCENIC ECLIPSE
Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST
Find out what makes Scenic so special for your clients. Not all river cruise companies are the same and it is important that you understand why Scenic is considered the Most All Inclusive for your clients. Find out why Cruise Critic awarded Scenic with the “Best Shore Excursion” programs for your clients. And, find out about the amazing new Scenic Eclipse and what sets it apart as the World’s First Discovery Yacht.
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Getting Ready for Alaska!
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
With 30 years of global travel experience, ShoreTrips co-owners Barry and Julie Karp have an intuitive sense of the desires of today’s travel savvy audience. They have focused on creating smaller, more personal tours and experiences. ShoreTrips currently offers more than 2,400 excursions and activities in more than 420 cruise ship ports of call and 180 cities throughout the world.
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