Destinations
36 Hours in Cincinnati
In the early 19th century, Cincinnati, then the biggest city in the west, was nicknamed Queen City. Two hundred or so years later, it is experiencing another boom, this time in its historic Over-the-Rhine district, which is being transformed with significant investments in infrastructure…
— New York Times
Why Greenland's Capital is Becoming the New Nordic City of Culture
There is a growing community of artists, chefs and artisans keen to prove that there is more to Greenland than icebergs and huskies. Nuuk, they enthuse, is the new Nordic city of culture…
— The Independent
A World Of Opportunities Awaits Overseas
Today, even though it is still a bit rough around the edges, Casco Viejo is Panama City’s crown jewel. Families have indeed been relocated to better conditions. New life has been breathed into the neighborhood and its historic old buildings…
— The Huffington Post
Tours and Activities
Silver Dollar City adds a Time Traveler for 2018
With cowboys roaming the streets, period artisans plying their crafts, musicians performing retro tunes, and other historic nods, Silver Dollar City in Branson, Mo. transports visitors back to the Ozark Mountains of the late 19th century. For 2018, it will put a spin on its era-shifting theme with the new attraction, Time Traveler…
— USA Today
Israel's Newest Tourist Attraction: The Anti-Terror Training Camp
There are many reasons to visit Israel. Depending on your interests, you might go for the key religious sites dotted across Jerusalem. And, of course, the chance to fire a high-powered weapon, take part in a staged terror “incident”, and train in mixed martial arts with Israeli combat veterans…
— Telegraph (London)
Safari West Offers A Free-Range Zoo Family Adventure
Behold the wilds of Safari West, a 400-acre nature preserve tucked amid the golden hills of Santa Rosa. The next best thing to going on safari in Africa, this wildlife oasis is the perfect family-friendly getaway…
— Chicago Tribune
Cruise
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship to Host QE2 50th Anniversary Celebrations
Cunard will mark the 50th anniversary of the launch of its iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 vessel with a special voyage on Queen Elizabeth next month. Launched by HM Queen Elizabeth II on 20 September 1967, QE2 sailed until November 2008, following 41 years of service…
— CruiseCritic.com
Carnival Cruise Line Adds More Cruises to Cuba Due to High Demand
The new voyages include three five-day cruises to Havana and Cozumel or Key West departing Feb. 17, July 2 and Sept. 5, 2018; a six-day sailing featuring Havana and Grand Cayman departing Aug. 26, 2018; and an eight-day voyage with stops at Havana, Grand Cayman and Cozumel departing Aug. 18, 2018…
— Cruise Fever
Transportation
Florida Airports Battle Over Using The Name 'Orlando'
Officials from the board which runs Orlando International Airport in Orlando are objecting to the use of the name "Orlando" by the Orlando Melbourne International Airport on the Atlantic Coasts and by the Orlando Sanford International Airport that's on the periphery of the greater Orlando area near a town called Sanford…
— USA Today
The Seat Reservation Charges That Cost More Than The Airfare
At least one airline is charging more to reserve a specific seat than it costs to book the flight in the first place, new research has shown…
— Telegraph (London)
Australia Thinks it's Finally Found the Crash Site for Missing Flight MH370
Seven months to the day after the search for the doomed Boeing 777 was officially called off, leading Australian scientists have calculated “with unprecedented precision and certainty” that the plane crashed at a point 35.6 degrees south of the Equator and 92.8 degrees east of Greenwich…
— The Independent
Lodging
Check-In: It's Not Your Average Key West Hotel
You want to travel with your besties, but balk at the idea of each paying $200 or more for a room — especially when you’ll spend most of your time lounging around the pool, or piled into the same room hanging out. Problem solved — at least in Key West…
— The Boston Globe
A Swiss Hotel asks Jewish Guests to Shower before Entering the Pool
A Swiss hotel has been accused of anti-Semitism after a manager reportedly posted signs instructing Jewish guests to shower before using its pool …
— CNN
White Nationalist Conference Canceled At Colorado Resort
Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers says the cancellation of a white nationalist group’s conference was not a city decision, but he applauded the move…
— Denver CBS Local
Other and Odd
Trump to Guam Governor: North Korea Threats Will Boost Tourism ‘Tenfold’
The threat by North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un, to create “an enveloping fire” around the tiny United States territory in the Western Pacific will bolster Guam tourism “tenfold,” Mr. Trump said in the recorded conversation with Gov. Eddie Calvo…
— New York Times
10 Business Travel Tips for First-Timers
Congratulations- you’ve just been assigned your first business trip! While you may be thrilled for an exciting adventure, how do you make the trip go smoothly, from ticket booking to expense report submission?…
— The Huffington Post
Today in History
Pike Place Market Opens
The local farmers around Seattle were not happy. Because of the distance into town and the difficult requirements of city government, most were forced to sell their produce on consignment through the wholesalers in town…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
You've Probably Got It Pretty Good!
 Yesterday I was surfing the net and came across the lyrics to one of my favorite songs ...sung by Ralph McTell. Ralph used to travel from London to Paris to busk for money in the subway systems of Paris. "Busking" is term for playing a guitar in public for money.
(I did that once in NYC--- but that is another story for another…
— Travel Research Online
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Luxury Travel Tips
The Deadliest Sales Mistake
by Mike Marchev
Thursday August 17, 2017
How to Stop Making the Most Glaring Error in Salesmanship
I know what you ’re thinking! How can I isolate (hands-down) the single most glaring error a professional can make in the field of salesmanship? You are probably thinking about the myriad of possibilities to choose from. These include, but are not limited to lack of follow up, talking too much, inconsistent communications, failure to listen and a hundred more sales-related glitches, as well as more personality-based business killing…
— 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
It Takes Two to Tango!
Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Do you know how to sell Argentina?
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Discover the Best of Canada by Rail this Winter
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Canada is the perfect winter destination and is a must-see for your clients. From snow-capped mountains to frozen waterfalls, holiday festivals to activities both adventurous and serene, Canada truly is the quintessential winter wonderland. What better way to connect all of Canada’s fabulous destinations and wintry scenes than aboard one of Canada’s premier trains. Join Canada á la Carte and VIA Rail Canada for an educational discussion on winter rail vacations in Canada.
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