Destinations
5 Trips Every Bookworm Should Take
Your favorite thing to do on vacation is read, so why not base a whole trip on your love of books? Luckily you can, by traveling to one of these five bookish destinations.…
— The Huffington Post
200 Years Later, Game-Changing Erie Canal Traffics In Tourists
Many people these days are using the Erie Canal for pleasure, not business — a sea change from the original intent of this historic waterway that altered the face of commerce across New York and the Midwest. The canal is primarily for pleasure craft that glide through stunning countryside…
— Chicago Tribune
Croatia's Idyllic Island of Losinj Remains off the Radar
It’s not an easy spot to reach, which has enabled the island to maintain its sleepy, seductive nature. And a select, savvy group of travelers has been descending upon the island for generations…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
Theme Parks Move to Accommodate Autistic Guests
Children with autism spectrum disorders often develop a special affinity for the films. Like most kids, they also enjoy going to Disney theme parks to meet the characters in person and to enjoy the rides and other activities…
— USA Today
Moomintrolls: Inside the World's First Moomin Museum
Outside the hat, it sounds as though bombs are whistling past. I have entered the mysterious world of Moominvalley, home to the Moomintrolls and their gaggle of fantastical friends…
— The Independent
New Orleans: 10 Must-Do Things
Bourbon Street and nights filled with booze and revelry generally come to most people’s minds when you mention New Orleans. However, New Orleans, lovingly referred to as “NOLA” by the locals, is far more than just its bars and party scene…
— Miami Herald
Cruise
Tall Bottle Meets Tall Man: NBA Great Yao Ming Christens Majestic Princess Cruise Ship
For the christening ceremony of the new Majestic Princess cruise ship, Princess Cruises brought a really tall bottle of champagne and a really tall man in the form of former NBA star Yao Ming…
— Orlando Sentinel
Second Norwegian Cruise Ship Going All-Inclusive
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced an enhanced summer 2018 deployment schedule to Alaska and the Caribbean that includes a second cruise ship offering all-inclusive cruises to the Bahamas and Cuba…
— Cruise Fever
Transportation
Air India Causes Uproar with Switch to Vegetarian-Only Meals
When Air India announced Monday that coach passengers on its domestic flights would now be offered only vegetarian meals, the move provoked an uproar on social media…
— The Independent
Minneapolis Airport TSA Reportedly Failed 95 Percent of Security Tests
Airport security screeners at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport reportedly failed 95 percent of security tests conducted earlier this month – an alarming finding at one of the nation’s busiest airports…
— Fox Travel News
New United flights: Missouri's Columbia Airport Prepares for Passenger Surge
More parking spots, indoor seating and security agents are being added in anticipation of thousands more passengers after United Airlines begins a daily flight to Denver International Airport and twice-daily flights to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Aug 1…
— USA Today
Lodging
Hotels Train Workers in the Personal Touch
“Technology cannot hug a repeat guest,” said George Aquino. That is the reason his company, which manages several hotels, has been running a training program for some of its managers and other staff members to improve their hospitality skills, connect with local business leaders and learn more about local tourist…
— New York Times
This New Hotel near Key West is Getting Lots of Buzz — and a Miami Family is Behind It
The Perry Hotel, a new contemporary, maritime-inspired hotel near Key West on Stock Island, is a family project in every sense of the phrase. It’s the first joint, ground-up development in recent years for the Weiser clan, whose history in South Florida’s hospitality industry stretches to the 1970s…
— Miami Herald
With Retractable Pool and Tao Restaurant, Flashy Dream Hotel Anchors new Hollywood Revival
From top to bottom, the futuristic-looking Dream Hotel tries hard to live up to its name. The centerpiece of a $110-million hospitality complex, it features a front lobby and bar that will open entirely onto the street — providing a new way to enjoy an indoor-outdoor experience in Southern California…
— LA Times
Other and Odd
Meet Your Next Travel Agent
Unlike big, impersonal online agencies, the best travel agents know a great deal about their clients and their travel choices. Now several new travel companies are creating data-driven, automated agents that rely on users’ personal preferences to make the travel-planning process easier…
— New York Times
This Cheap Household Item is the Ultimate Way to Stay Safe in Hotel Rooms
Staying safe while on holiday is a big concern for most tourists and as a result, there are now hundreds of pricey gadgets that claim to deter would-be thieves and other criminals. But there is one item that seasoned travellers swear by more than any other for keeping them safe — the humble doorstop…
— Escape
Today in History
Mr. President, Chief Justice
On July 11, 1921, William Howard Taft, who had been the 27th President of the United States, was sworn into office as the tenth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Customers Will Pay More If You Show Them the Value
 Many marketers and online business owners make the mistake of thinking that every shopper is money-conscious and always looking for rock bottom prices. This could not be further from the truth. Think of the difference between a Toyota and a Lexus and you will see there are a range of factors that influence a purchasing decision beyond just price.
Show Them the Value
Customers will pay more if you show them the value of the item; that is, the reason why your product or service is priced higher than those of your competitors, but how it also offers real value. Price and value are not the same thing. They can be related to each other, but they are not the same. A Toyota is not perceived…
— Travel Research Online
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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
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Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 2 pm EDT/11 am PDT
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Discover the Top Properties and Activities in South Africa
Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
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Find the Ungoogleable!
Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
In this day and age, the internet is accepted as the standard repository of all knowledge and wisdom – but when it comes to travel, things change quickly, and there are many things that are still truly ‘un-google-able.’ Through years of practice, determination, and passion for travel, we’ve built our expertise about international travel planning into something you just won’t find in search results.
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Discover the Best of Banff Lake Louise This Winter
Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
The Banff Lake Louise area is the one destination your clients must visit in winter. It is the quintessential winter wonderland with no shortage of exciting activities ranging from the adventurous to the serene.
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