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Thursday February 23, 2017

Destinations

Take Me Away: On the trail of Viking legends
Viking lore continues to fascinate us. But what is real and what is legend? We take you away to Norway to find…

In Portland, it's best to go with the flow
Here's the thing about this laid-back seaport city nestled in the shadow of Oregon's majestic Mount Hood. To really enjoy it, it's best to go…

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Tours and Activities

Do's and Don'ts for your family spring break
Planning spring break travel is no small feat — especially for families. Consider this list of spring break tips to lessen the chances of a spring break disappointment…

Want To Work Remotely And Travel The World? This Startup Will Help You
Every fantasized about working from home? How about working from the other side of the planet? Traveling the world while making money is the fantasy of so many people these days…

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Cruise

Holland America plans hefty hike to service charges
Effective May 1, the company is hiking the hotel service charge it tacks onto final bills by 8% to $13.50 per person, per day for passengers staying in most cabins…

Carnival announces the first Chinese cruise ships built in China
Carnival signed an agreement for two new ships to be built at a shipyard in Shanghai, making them the first custom-built China cruise ships built in China. Carnival will also be introducing a new Asian cruise brand…

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Transportation

Norwegian: $65 one-way fares from Northeast to Europe now on sale
Norwegian Air is bringing nonstop European flights to three small Northeast airports, adding 10 new trans-Atlantic routes that initially will go on sale for as little as $65 one way…

Storm Doris has grounded scores of planes and slowed many trains
Ahead of Storm Doris, which is expected to bring damaging winds and heavy rain across the UK, more than 10,000 airline passengers have had their travel plans…

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Lodging

Among hundreds of paradise resorts, this one stands out
One resort effortlessly outshines the competition. At the moment it's accessible only by seaplane, although an airport is about to open on a nearby island…

These Hotels Prove That Italians Do It Better
Discover the hotels, all on our 2017 Gold List, that make an already-memorable trip to Italy even better…

Other and Odd

How to Deal With Motion Sickness
Motion sickness happens when there is an imbalance between the eyes, inner ears and spinal cord, but fortunately, there are ways to reduce the chances of it hitting you…

Harassment scandal boosts #DeleteUber campaign
Uber needs to conduct a thorough and open investigation and quickly dismiss employees who participated or failed to report harassment, experts…

Today in History

Guantánamo
On this day in 1903, the government of Cuba granted the United States a lease in perpetuity to Guantánamo Bay. By the end of the Spanish-American War, the United States has obtained control of all of Cuba from…

Press Releases of Interest

Celestyal Cruises Receives Five Top 2017 Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards
Celestyal Cruises, the true specialist in destination centric cruising, today announced that the line has received five top 2017 Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards.  Cruise Critic's annual Cruisers' Choice Awards are based solely on the ratings from everyday cruisers'…

Mike's Morning Missives

The Big Three: Trust – Knowledge – Caring

When people meet you for the first time, there are three questions they will be asking themselves ... and they all concern you and your future relationship. They may not physically ask you these questions, but they will be thinking of them.
They're going to look at you and silently ask…

  — Travel Research Online
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Departures

Full of Life in Croatia with Via Tours
by Richard Earls
Thursday February 09, 2017

For many travelers from the United States, Croatia has somehow managed to remain hidden. For those looking for a fresh destination, magnificent beaches, impressive vistas and prime boating, yachting and hiking opportunities, however, Croatia offers one of the most picturesque with excellent traveler infrastructure and facilities. The variety of Croatia’s topography and cultural attractions has few rivals. Beaches and crystal blue waters, mountains and castles, the walled city of Dubrovnik as well as magnificent churches and monasteries. Vacationers from every corner of the world visit the relaxed ambiance of this hidden gem and many predict Croatia is on the verge of being the next destination on everybody’s list.

  — Travel Research Online
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Spotlight

Enjoy the Rivers of Eastern Europe with Avalon Waterways
by Elizabeth Cody
Thursday February 02, 2017

River cruising may just be the most authentic, inspiring way to see and experience the world today.

On the world’s rivers, travelers bend and wind through historic and dramatic landscapes reminiscent of impressionist paintings depicting vineyards, castles atop hilltops and medieval villages from the days of yore. And while river cruisers enjoy access to thriving cities like Paris, Vienna, Budapest, Amsterdam and Prague byway of the world’s rivers, they also have the opportunity to step back into history and experience lesser-known towns and hidden landmarks time – and most travelers – have passed by.

Here are 4 off-the-beaten-path destinations and experiences found along Eastern Europe’s…

  — Travel Research Online
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Luxury Travel Tips

What makes you special?
by Dan Chappelle
Thursday February 23, 2017

Torstein Hagen founder and Chairman or Viking (River) Cruises, said in a recent interview. “We are focused clearly on what we are and the number of things we are not.”
In a world where everyone and every business from Costco to Sea Ray Boats seems to be selling travel, how can you not only survive but thrive to build the business and lifestyle of your…

  — Travel Research Online
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