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Wednesday April 12, 2017

Destinations

Built on Steel, Pittsburg Now Thrives on Culture
Of all the things to love about Pittsburgh, its bridges are perhaps the most visible. There are over 440 bridges, an astounding number for a city of 300,000 people — hence its nickname City of Bridges…

15 Of The Most Relaxing Vacation Spots In America
Whether your idea of relaxation is a quiet mountain hike, a beach side nap or a cooking class, this lineup has got you covered…

Five Places to Go in Miami
The buzz in Miami these days is about the revival of the MiMo Historic District, which is filling up with stylish shops, restaurants, bars and boutique hotels…

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Tours and Activities

World's Best Alternative Sites: Circus Maximus to a 9/11 Tour
TripAdvisor has compiled a list of its 10 most reviewed spots, from the Eiffel Tower at number two (98,909 reviews) to the London Eye at number 10, with a paltry 57,106 reviews…

10 Best Food Holidays in Asia
From laksa, a coconut-laced Peranakan noodle soup and aromatic Vietnamese rice rolls, to comforting yum cha or satay, the list of Asian dishes to try is endless - a clear reflection of its diversity…

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Cruise

Carnival Opens Aft Pools on Several Cruise Ships to Families
Formerly kept as adults-only spaces, the aft pools on several Carnival Cruise Line ships will now be open to families…

A Weight Watchers Caribbean Cruise Aims to Prevent Overeating
Weight Watchers International is hosting a seven-night, wellness-themed Caribbean cruise that will differ slightly from typical cruise vacations…

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Transportation

The Best Airline in the World is...
TripAdvisor just revealed its first annual Travelers' Choice awards for best airlines in the U.S. and around the globe …

220 Cities Could Lose Train Service Under Trump Budget Proposal
Under a budget proposal from President Donald Trump, those historic long-distance train lines that have run coast to coast for 45 years could soon be a thing of the past, cutting off passenger train service to 220 cities…

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Lodging

When School's out, a Canadian dorm stay could open the door to Big Savings
In Canada, living like a student is an option for budget-minded solo or family travelers in the summertime…

Nine Tiny Hotels with Big Hospitality
If you're looking for a more personalized experience, check out these hotels with just 20 rooms or less…

The Most Extreme Places to Stay Around the World
Maybe it's the rise of Instagram, maybe it's a millennial thing but travelers are becoming more adventurous not just about where they go but also where they sleep…

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Other and Odd

Michelle Obama Is Giving Us Major Vacation Envy In French Polynesia
Michelle Obama will make a highly anticipated return to public life later this month. But first, there’s paddleboarding to do in the South Pacific…

In Southern Spain, a Pilgrimage (and a Party Too)
Held on the last weekend in April, it is considered the oldest romería — or religious pilgrimage — in Spain, a country that takes its holy holidays seriously even as the influence of the Catholic Church wanes…

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Point-to-Point

Is 2017 the comeback year for Mediterranean Cruises?
by Julie Karp
Saturday March 25, 2017

There is nothing like traveling through the Mediterranean. I have been there countless times, often stopping in the same villages, yet I have never tired of them. There is a romance to the whole area that particularly blankets Italy, France and Spain where I find comfort when I return and see a city as I left it, and yet there is always something new.

Med cruises tanked in 2016

Last year the Mediterranean was hit hard by many factors that affected tourism. We will never really know how people make their decisions but election years are always tough and it was also a restless time for many…

  — Travel Research Online
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Supplier Profile

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Before social media, the Internet, and cell phones, there was Sky Bird Travel & Tours. With over four decades on the front lines of the travel industry, they’ve forged solid relationships with over 90 major airlines from all over the world. These airline partners trust Sky Bird to pass along their best deals to their community of trusted travel agents. Competitive net fares from Sky Bird Travel & Tours provides financial advantages to travel agents,…

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Mike's Morning Missives

Non Verbal Behavioral Tip #8. The way you shake

“Mike, how can you make such a simple thing like shaking hands sound so complicated?”

I can’t. Shaking hands is as simple as it gets, but too many people still get this wrong and as a result, can easily start a relationship off on the wrong foot.

Classify today’s tip under “Obnoxiously Obvious,” and then pay…

  — Travel Research Online
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