Destinations
This Indonesian Island Is a Respite From Bali. At Least for Now.
Gili Air does not have cars or the millions of tourists who descend on nearby Bali. It does have cool breezes and drowsy charms…
— New York Times
New Zealand’s South Island secrets: Ohau Snow Fields, Mt Hutt, Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo
I’m deep within Mackenzie High Country and Lake Ohau sparkles below me and at the end of the snow-capped valley sits the towering Aoraki Mt Cook. It’s a road trip around the South Island and I’m visiting some of the country’s ski areas often overshadowed by the big Queenstown drawcard and I’m already hooked on their beauty…
— Escape
A Guide to Skeppsholmen—Stockholm’s Island Oasis
Thanks to Södermalm’s elevated food scene, Stureplan’s party atmosphere, and wallet-busting shops around Norrmalm’s Torg, Stockholm is a city that keeps both locals and tourists busy year-round. But when you’re ready for a break from the hustle (and other tourists), head to the city’s tranquil, smallest, and greenest island: Skeppsholmen…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
Lisbon's 'We Hate Tourism' Tours Teach Visitors How To Travel Responsibly
As the backlash against mass tourism in some European cities continues, a company in Portugal is teaching visitors how to appreciate their city in a responsible way…
— The Independent
25 Top Things to Do and Eat in Malaysia
On August 31, Malaysia celebrates Merdeka Day, signifying 60 years of independence from British rule. In commemoration, we've compiled a list of 25 things to do and eat in this unmissable Southeast Asia destination…
— CNN
A Walking Tour of Bath: the Ultimate Spa Break
With its imposing Georgian architecture, regal connections and the ‘healing’ waters of its Roman Baths, it’s easy to see why the city inspired Jane Austen…
— The Guardian
Cruise
It's Back! Royal Caribbean To Host Another Zumba Cruise
The five-day sailing on Royal Caribbean's 3,114-passenger Navigator of the Seas will kick off April 8, 2018 in Miami and feature daily themed classes led by 50 of the top Zumba instructors from around the world…
— USA Today
Cruise to Ecuador's Galápagos Islands and Do Good at the Same Time
WildAid, a San Francisco conservation group, is offering week-long tours in conjunction with the Galapagos Conservation Fund. The cruise, aboard the 159-foot yacht WildAid’s Passion, seeks the natural habitat of giant Galápagos tortoises…
— LA Times
Transportation
Pittsburgh to be First Airport to Allow Non-Fliers Past Security Since 9/11
Care to do some shopping at the airport, even if you're not flying? Or walk a loved one to the gate before their flight? You’ll be able to do that starting next week at Pittsburgh International…
— USA Today
EasyJet Launches New 'Hands-Free' Luggage Option
Budget airline easyJet is launching a new service which allows passengers to check-in their hand baggage. The “hands free” option will cost £4 per person and is designed to encourage people to leave items at the airport bag drop area before they go through security…
— The Independent
Airlines are Giving Away Miles in Exchange for Harvey Disaster Relief Donations
While all major airlines are waiving change and rebooking fees for customers flying around the storm, a few are offering additional incentives for customers who donate to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts…
— Fox Travel News
Lodging
Texas Hotel Nearly Tripled Room Prices After Hurricane Harvey
When a KXAN TV crew from Austin checked prices at a Best Western Plus in Robstown before the hurricane hit, a two-queen bedroom cost between $120 and $149 a night. But when they showed up on Saturday to get a room, the hotel clerk quoted them nearly $321.89 including tax, nearly triple the usual price, KXAN reports…
— Fox Travel News
The Best Hotels in Venice
Not all Venice hotels are created equal -- especially since the traditional (read: outré) Venetian style can be rather OTT for modern tastes. From celeb retreats to budget digs, the center of town to the islands, here are the hotels doing things differently…
— CNN
Detroit Hotel Kicks off Construction with Rooftop Tree Removal at Historic High-Rise
Developers kicked off construction of a hotel inside the historic, long-vacant Metropolitan Building on Tuesday with the removal of a 13-foot-tall tree from the roof. The $32-million "Element Detroit" hotel project will be an extended-stay hotel under the Starwood collection…
— mlive.com
Other and Odd
Why The Vent above Your Airline Seat Should Always Remain On
Using that tiny vent can actually work to your advantage, as it can help you avoid contact with certain microorganisms that can get you sick during a flight…
— Fox Travel News
Dining Experiences that Travellers Try and Locals Love
Take your tastebuds on this journey around the globe, and ask yourself, what would you eat and drink, and what would you politely refuse?…
— Escape
Today in History
Mary Shelley
Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Sales & Marketing Nugget # 945
 Here is a little "nugget" for all of you who have something to do with "sales." And to those of you who are asleep at the wheel, that includes ALL OF YOU.
I’ll use me as an example to drive this point home. Let's assume you are trying to get a raise or sell me something. Before you “dump your wagon” and put your foot in your mouth, I suggest that you step back and look for the…
— 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:
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Upcoming Training Opportunities
Scandinavia ... So your clients can enjoy the best weekend for the lowest price!
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), the leading airline between the U.S. and Scandinavia for more than 70 years, and Holidays with Downtown are teaming up to “provide fascinating travel experiences” and bring you amazing and affordable weekend packages to Norway, Sweden and Denmark. SAS provides easy access to the ultimate long weekend in Scandinavia. With eleven direct flights from seven major gateways in the United States―including four major cities on the East Coast; Boston (BOS), New York (ERW), Miami (MIA), and Washington D.C. (IAD) – Scandinavia has never been closer.
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