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Tuesday March 21, 2017

Destinations

Under the Spell of Sunny Puerto Rico
You know things are going pretty well when the big family argument is over whether to splash in the rain forest waterfall or loll around on the white-sand beach. You know things are even better when you realize you can do both…

10 tips for visiting Helsinki
Finland celebrates its 100th anniversary of independence from neighboring Russia on December 6, 2017. From reindeer and saunas to tango and hockey -- here's how to celebrate 100 years of independence in Finland…

Five Memorable Things To See And Do In Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne is a town with abundant charm, excellent shopping, lake and alpine views, and a host of small wonders that make it a worthy destination for any visit to Switzerland. You'll need…

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Tours and Activities

How to See Hawaii's Incredible Lava Flow Right Now
Hawaii has always been known for its volcanoes, attracting visitors from all over the world to see molten lava and the unique landscape it has shaped. But, if you ever were remotely…

Gorilla trekking in Uganda
Gorilla trekking in Uganda has traditionally been an hour-long meet-and-greet, but a new programme allows visitors to track the animals too. Sue Watt joins the trail…

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Cruise

Exploring the Mississippi by steamboat
Having visited New Orleans for the best part of a decade, I’m more than acquainted with the Mississippi River - that mighty, magical, muddy mouthpiece of America that reaches the Gulf of Mexico right here…

5 awesome free things Disney Cruise Lines offers its passengers
Make no mistake: cruising with Disney can be pricey. The good news is that you get a lot of bang for your buck on the family-friendly line, with amazing kids clubs, spectacular stage shows, and fun for…

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Transportation

American latest to bring free food back to coach
American Airlines is bringing free food back to the economy cabin on two of its high-profile of cross-country routes. The change mirrors a similar move announced last month by rival Delta…

Virgin Australia Reveals New Route
Melbourne has scored another international aviation victory, with Virgin Australia announcing its first flights to Hong Kong will be out of the Victorian capital. From July 5, the five return services…

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Lodging

A Hotel Boom Comes to Texas
Hotel construction continues apace in the United States, and dozens of new properties are expected to open this year in two major corporate and tourist destinations, New York and Los Angeles. But the three other cities…

Marriott Hotel continues to warn people about fake phone scam
Think you’ve won an all-expenses paid hotel stay at a premium brand? Not so fast. If you receive a phone call offering a free stay at a Marriot hotel, you might just want…

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Other and Odd

Free admission to National Park Service sites in April
Most of the country's national park sites don't charge visitors an entry fee, but those that do will be waiving that cost for the weekends that bookend National Park Week…

Jet-Setting Pets Get a New Place to Be Pampered at Kennedy Airport
Airports have long been known for offering high-end services to their human passengers — for a price. Now, at Kennedy International Airport, the same can be said for animals…

Finding A Pedicure In China, Using Cutting-Edge Translation Apps
On a trip to China, NPR's Aarti Shahani took a detour in search of a pedicure, with help from some of the latest voice translation apps. These tools could radically change how you travel abroad…

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Today in History

The Archbishop is Executed
When Henry VIII required a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he turned to his Archbishop in Canterbury. Thomas Cranmer thus became the chief architect of the English Reformation. Cranmer denied…

Mike's Morning Missives

Finding Your "Groove"

Many Americans seem to have been stricken with the disease “quit-itis.” They quit everything too soon. It is almost an epidemic. From marriages to diets. From jobs to exercise programs. The malady is even more acute in the sales profession.

It is time that you “Become The Exception” to this sad statistic.  You can become among the elite of the sales world who know how to keep a prospect and convert that prospect to a loyal client. Learning how doesn’t have to be painful. In fact, it can be a wonderful…

  — Travel Research Online
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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
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Outposts

Discover the Magic of the Solomon Islands with Solomon Airlines
by Jennifer Garber
Tuesday March 21, 2017

The magical Solomon Islands are an archipelago of almost 1,000 islands in the South Pacific between Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu, a three-hour journey from Australia. This virtually untouched archipelago is a beautiful and exotic destination, rich in cultural heritage, biodiversity and spectacular landscapes. Relatively untouched, the Solomon Islands offer travelers a magical vacation that looks and feels out-of-this-world.

A reef in the Solomon…

  — Travel Research Online
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TRO and The Travel Institute Scholarship Program

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Upcoming Training Opportunities


“Fun and Fast Facts” in Growing your Tour Sales

“Fun and Fast Facts” in Growing your Tour Sales

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Top Vacations to Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday

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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