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Thursday June 22, 2017

Destinations

36 Hours in Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik has long been able to get by on its looks alone. You can now find restaurants serving inspired Dalmatian fare, hipster coffee shops pouring above-average java, and serious cocktail bars that are shaking up quaffable libations. Dubrovnik in 2017 is a feast for more than just the eyes…

Forget Cornwall, why Somerset's the Place to Holiday in 2017
A three-hour drive southwest of London and you’ll find yourself on cowslip-fringed B roads. Somerset is too far to commute from the capital - yet Londoners are moving here in droves…

The Most Mystical Places to Visit In the United States
Some places have a certain energy: You feel it the moment you arrive—or, in some cases, the moment you even begin to think about visiting. Below, a look some of the United States’ most mystical places…

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Tours and Activities

Spectacle on the High Seas: The Best Boat Races in the Caribbean
As thrilling for spectators as it is for the competitive crews, cool parties after hot races are hosted by bars on the beach and seaside resorts. Check out our boat racing calendar and get ready to feel the wind in your sails…

6 Ways to Get the Beach Vacation Experience Without Leaving the Baltimore Area
While Ocean City and other nearby East Coast beaches have a lot going for them, you might be surprised to find how much of what they have to offer can be found right here in Baltimore, or just a short distance away…

Tracking Mark Twain by Marks He Left in Nevada and California
Who flies to Reno on a spring evening, rents a car and heads into the mountains with no skis, no mountain bike and a backpack full of books? Me. Why? Because in 1861 a 25-year-old Missouri riverboat pilot named Sam Clemens boarded a stagecoach bound for the same territory…

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Cruise

Carnival Reroutes 3 Cruise Ships in wake of Tropical Storms Bret and Cindy
Carnival Cruise Line was forced to redirect three of its ships in order to avoid rough seas caused by Tropical Storms Bret and Cindy. The three liners — which had set sail from Miami; Galveston, Texas; and New Orleans, La., — were all forced to change their itineraries and avoid scheduled ports because of the storms, reports The Miami Herald…

Ritz-Carlton isn’t all about Hotels Anymore. Now it’s Launching a Cruise Line
In a hospitality industry crossover, the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company is launching a luxury cruising yacht line scheduled to hit the water in the fourth quarter of 2019, the company announced Thursday…

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Transportation

American Airlines to seek New Uniform Maker after Illness Complaints
American Airlines announced on Wednesday that it will not renew its contract with uniform supplier Twin Hill once the contact expires in 2020…

Death of the Boarding Pass? US Airports Expand use of Fingerprint and Facial Recognition Technology
Boarding passes could be consigned to history as airlines use facial recognition and fingerprints to identify passengers at the gate…

Boeing Admits its 747 'Queen of the Skies' has No Future as Passenger Plane
Boeing finally conceded publicly Tuesday that while the all-cargo model of its 747 jumbo jet will continue to sell, the longtime “Queen of the Skies” has no future as a passenger plane…

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Lodging

Four Resorts for a Private Island Vacation
Shared lodging and communal spaces may be trending, but for those seeking more privacy than a “Do Not Disturb” sign offers, a spate of new private island resorts play to castaway-in-comfort fantasies…

Orlando City Planners OK Universal’s Plans for Resort at Wet ‘N Wild site
Water slides and wave pools are about to give way to hotel rooms and lounges. Orlando’s city planners gave the OK to transform the old Wet ‘N Wild water park, where Universal plans to build a huge resort…

Siren Hotel to open in Wurlitzer Building in November
The Siren Hotel in downtown Detroit's historic Wurlitzer Building will be ready for guests in November, following a $22 million build-out of the 55,000-square-foot space…

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Other and Odd

How to Be Mindful on Vacation
Think of a vacation as a feeling within, rather than a chance to bring your hurried lifestyle to another place…

This Italian Airport is Ditching the No Liquids Rule - s long as it's Pesto
Just when you thought the days of merrily stuffing your cabin bag with wine and oil from your holiday were well and truly over, one Italian airport has relaxed its strict liquids regulations – for customers buying local pesto…

Today in History

G.I. Bill Becomes Law
On June 22, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944 - better known as the G.I.…

Press Releases of Interest

Trade Announcement from Celestyal Cruises
Celebrating our fourth year of cruise operation in Cuba, Celestyal Cruises is very pleased to share that the company's Cuba cruise program is fully in compliance with the Trump administration changes regarding travel to the island nation…

South African Airways Receives "Best Airline Staff in Africa" At The 2017 World Airline Awards
South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa, was honored with the “Best Airline Staff in Africa” award at the 2017 World Airline Awards held at the Paris Air Show by British aviation experts Skytrax™.…

Mike's Morning Missives

Tip #15: Seek a Balanced Life

This is Tip #15 from my Special Report written for recent high school graduates. It is also relevant to most adults. (Make that all adults.)

The concept of balance is often overlooked when it comes to building a life worth talking about. Most people skip right over the topic thinking it is too obvious, too elementary, too…

  — Travel Research Online
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TRO SMITH

How to Market your Blog like a Pro

Summer is a time for BBQ’s, triathlons and gardening. Think about the planning that goes into each of these fun summer activities.

Take the summer backyard BBQ for example; think of all the planning that goes into that party. Menu planning, grocery shopping and grass mowing are only the start. Doing these tasks in the right order keeps the budget in line and ensures you won’t have fresh cut grass in your…

  — Travel Research Online
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Departures

Robin Mountain, Owner and CEO, Ntaba African Safaris
by Simone Hasskew
Thursday June 22, 2017

Robin Mountain, is the Owner and CEO of Ntaba African Safaris. Along with his wife Stella, Ntaba African Safaris works tirelessly to provide itineraries that go above and beyond the expectation of their clients. Robin has not only traveled extensively through Africa, but even summited Mount Kilimanjaro three times! Qualified and registered National South African Guide is another title Robin wears, and he personally accompanies the majority of the tours Ntaba African Safaris hosts. With a degree in Animal Science and a wealth of knowledge on wild animals and bird life, Robin Mountain knows Africa, from culture to languages to animals...

  — Travel Research Online
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Spotlight

Explore Mexico’s History with Hotel Posada Del Tepozteco
by Simone Hasskew
Thursday June 22, 2017

The town of Tepoztlán is classified as a Pueblo Mágico: a place with natural beauty, cultural riches, and historical relevance. Hotel Posada Del Tepozteco, an old mansion-turned-hotel steep with ancestry and tradition, has been a staple in the community for over 60 years. A founding member of the elite group of hotels and restaurants known as the “Tesoros De México,” who are considered the gold standard for excellence in hospitality and cuisine, Hotel Posada Del Tepozteco provides its guests with an unforgettable experience...

  — Travel Research Online
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Luxury Travel Tips

The Classic Argument
by Dan Chappelle
Thursday June 22, 2017

The classic argument of who came first, the chicken or the egg, is most evident when discussing marketing and sales.

The marketing folks will say that without them the salesperson would not have any customers. The salespeople will say without them no one, including the marketing people, would have jobs. As a lifelong salesperson, I subscribe to the later…

  — Travel Research Online
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TRO and The Travel Institute Scholarship Program

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Upcoming Training Opportunities


Image Tours 101

Image Tours 101

Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT

Having been in business since 1939, Image Tours is one of the most experienced Europe tour operators in the world and they have earned a reputation for high quality tours at an affordable price. While their emphasis is on introducing your clients to the European way of life, Image Tours remains aware of the small details appreciated by American travelers.

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Selling Autumn Rail Vacations with Canada à la Carte and VIA Rail

Selling Autumn Rail Vacations with Canada à la Carte and VIA Rail

Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT

Canada is the perfect destination for an autumn rail vacation. It is close to home, full of colorful fall adventures and a great value for your client. Join Canada à la Carte and VIA Rail Canada for an informative session on Canadian rail journeys ideal for autumn travel, including scenic vacations through Eastern Canada’s vibrant cities and coastal towns.

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How to Sell Argentina with Aerolineas Argentinas

How to Sell Argentina with Aerolineas Argentinas

Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT

This webinar is to inform agents how to sell Aerolineas Argentinas and its domestic destinations.

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