Destinations
Overlooked by guidebooks, Slovakia is a worthy European destination without the crowds
Once dismissed as “the West Virginia of Europe,” the country is poised to come into its own…
— The Washington Post
25 things you probably didn't know about Hungary
To mark Hungarian National Day, here are a few things you might not know about the Eastern European country. 1. It’s an unlikely place for a beach holiday. At almost 600 square kilometres, Lake Balaton is the largest lake in Central Europe…
— Telegraph (London)
Why modern Beijing beats the Forbidden City
Why go now? Beijing might snatch all the column inches for its smog, but what the haze (literally) hides is a flourishing art and design scene. Since being designated a UNESCO City of Design five years ago…
— The Independent
Tours and Activities
Kakadu: the Crocodile Dundee tour of Australia's wetland wonderland
“You feel it from the heart. It’s something words can’t explain.” So says Paul Arnold, a Darwin-based landscape photographer dressed like a cross between Steve Irwin and Crocodile Dundee (khaki shorts and shirt, battered bush hat…
— The Guardian
Spring festivals, near and far, mean winter is behind us
We've done the digging to find some of the most authentic and unique fests around. At one, you'll discover birds nursing their chicks before taking their migratory flights along the Jersey shoreline. Down in D.C., embassies are opening…
— Baltimore Sun
Cruise
Cruising to the Caribbean is set for a facelift
The Caribbean and North America remain the cruise industry’s biggest playground — and will soon be busier yet, cruise executives said Wednesday in Fort Lauderdale at the industry’s largest annual conference, Seatrade Cruise Global…
— Miami Herald
A record 1.9m Britons took a cruise holiday in 2016
A record 1.9 million holidaymakers from the UK and Ireland took an ocean cruise in 2016, up from 1.78 million the previous year, according to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). As ever, the Mediterranean was the most popular…
— Telegraph (London)
Transportation
Alaska Airlines announces big San Diego expansion
Alaska Airlines is pushing ahead with its aggressive expansion along the West Coast. The latest comes in San Diego, where the airline announced six new non-stop destinations on Thursday…
— USA Today
Highway 1 reopens between Big Sur and Carmel
Travelers will be able to drive the iconic coastal route from the north now that the road has been cleared and repaired. But parts remain closed for more fixes…
— LA Times
Lodging
Sugar Sugar: Hotel Packages for Maple Syrup Season
The cold nights and warming days of March and early April trigger maple sap flows and sugaring season deals across the…
— New York Times
NYC's Roosevelt Island to get boutique Graduate hotel
New York City's Roosevelt Island is getting a boutique hotel. The hotel is expected to open in 2019…
— The Washington Post
Other and Odd
The McDonald's where you eat on a Roman road
The latest McDonald's in Italy features an intact section of ancient Roman road and skeletons under the floorboards. But it's not the first time the brand has gone in for something a little different…
— The Independent
Limits put in place to stop tourists ruining Angkor sunsets
Sunset-watching at the Angkor temple complex in Cambodia has been limited after overwhelming numbers of tourists threatened to ruin the tranquil scene so many had…
— Telegraph (London)
Today in History
Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero
Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968, he flew his helicopter over a small village…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Dallas, we're coming for you!
This is the travel industry event agents everywhere have been raving about! CCRA's PowerSolutions LIVE events are a series of regional seminars and trade shows…
— Travel Research Online
Departures
Descend into Dakar with South African Airlines
Dakar is the vibrant capital city of Senegal on the West African coast. Whether travelers are exploring the many markets laden with colorful crafts, enjoying a horse-drawn cart ride along the sandy streets, or find themselves at one of the many museums, the world renown hospitality of the Senegalese is sure to impress.
Dakar stretches across the Cap-Vert peninsula on the westernmost edge of Africa. This area was originally settled in the 15th century by the Lebou people; an indigenous group with descendants still in the region today. The Portuguese reached Dakar soon after, followed by the Dutch, English, and the French in the 19th century. While French is the official language of Dakar, English speaking tour guides are abundant and easily located. From 1978 to…
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60-Second Geography
Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
by Jennifer Garber Tuesday March 14, 2017
For many travelers from the United States, the island of Fernando de Noronha off the Brazilian coast is an unknown travel destination. With Marnella Tours, travelers can discover the vegetation-rich landscape and unparalleled biodiversity that makes Fernando de Noronha not only a tropical beach destination, but an island full of adventure.
Thanks to Marnella Tours, the supplier sponsor of this column, you can use this 60-Second Geography article in your own travel agency’s newsletters and websites. You may want to pay attention to the many opportunities Marnella Tours provides your agency.
— Travel Research Online Read the rest of this article »
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Luxury Travel Tips
Becoming Slightly Famous
by Mike Marchev Thursday March 16, 2017
Have you ever stopped to consider why multi-millionaire entertainers and business-people take the time to sit down with the late night talk show hosts for just a few minutes, although their pay for doing so is probably less than they paid for lunch that day? (I am guessing they do it for free.) So why does every celebrity you can think of try to get themselves booked on talk shows?
The reason is they want their faces and voices to be seen the airwaves.
They realize that regardless of who they are and what they have managed to accomplish, that once they are out of the public's sight... they are out of the public's…
— Travel Research Online Read the rest of this article »
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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
“Fun and Fast Facts” in Growing your Tour Sales
Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Join us for a webinar, where your knowledge about Insight Vacations and guided vacations will assist with increasing your tour sales.
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Top Vacations to Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday
Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
There has never been a better time to visit Canada. The exchange rate continues to offer great value for your clients and this year the country celebrates its 150th birthday! Learn why Canada à la Carte is your one source for booking Canada vacations in this insightful webinar.
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