Destinations
14 Reasons to make Russia your Next Holiday Destination
A hundred years on, Chris Leadbeater relishes Russia’s revolutionary appeal…
— Telegraph (London)
Are These 8 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods the New Williamsburgs?
While some of the burgeoning neighborhoods named in the survey won’t exactly come as a big surprise (ahem, East Nashville), there are definitely a few under-the-radar newbies to note. Below, a look at each of the districts that made the list, plus some key spots to seek out, should you decide to go…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
Zion National Park's Beauty calls Visitors back
Zion and its 229 square miles of cliff walls, canyons and stunning scenery lie about 300 miles from Salt Lake City…
— USA Today
Visitors will Soon Have to Pay to Enter one of Rome's Oldest Monuments
Visitors to Rome will soon have to pay to enter the Pantheon, one of the Italian capital's oldest monuments. The building, one of the few ancient sites in the city that is currently free, will start charging tourists from early next year according to Italian culture minister Dario Franceschini who announced the plans last week…
— The Independent
Ancestry.com Teams Up with Tour Company to help you Discover your Roots
Go Ahead Tours and Ancestry.com have partnered to offer unique tours that delve into participants’ personal histories. The new portfolio of heritage trips offers 2018 itineraries to Ireland, Italy, and Germany. New tours and destinations will be announced in early 2018, with departures in 2019…
— The Boston Globe
Cruise
Casino-turned-Cruise Boat a good bet for Mississippi River Voyages
After getting the royal treatment, the former Isle of Capri riverboat casino is back in the water as the American Duchess, offering cruises through the country's heartland…
— The Baltimore Sun
Cruise Dress Codes: How to Pack for a Cruise
The dilemma of what to wear to dinner and, it seems, just as importantly, what fellow passengers will be wearing, faces everyone as they prepare to pack for a cruise…
— Escape
Transportation
Expanding Aer Lingus makes Philadelphia its Newest U.S. City
Irish carrier Aer Lingus will begin flying to Philadelphia next year. The airline revealed the new Dublin-Philadelphia route as it rolled out its updated schedule for summer of 2018…
— USA Today
This New Plane Guarantees you get a Window or Aisle seat
Like the existing Embraer jets flying with British Airways, Stobart Air and others, the new plane has four-abreast seating — everyone gets a window or aisle seat…
— The Independent
Airline accused of 'Intimidating' Passengers Trying to Claim Compensation for Canceled Flights
The legal firm Fair Plane, which specializes in claims for flight delays, is asking Ryanair for both an apology and compensation after the airline allegedly sent a letter to its clients…
— Fox Travel News
Lodging
Nobu Epitomises Ibiza's Transformation from Down and Dirty Party Town to High-Class Hangout
Expect an audible gasp to accompany your arrival at Nobu hotel in Ibiza. The building, made from pale white stone, has flowing features throughout, including an entrance hall where the floor seems to pour into one of the hotel's two swimming pools…
— The Independent
Lahaina's Historic Pioneer Inn Brims with Legend
This two-story wooden structure, with a pleasant courtyard and saloon, is owned by Best Western, so all that historic charm is now coupled with comfortable, clean beds and Keurig coffeemakers in every room…
— Miami Herald
Titanic Hotel Belfast: Review
The former Harland…
— The Guardian
Other and Odd
Here's Why We Travel
Ask a hundred people why they travel, and you’re likely to get nearly as many different answers. However, for those who turn to travel to quench a thirst for exploration, a theme begins to emerge…
— USA Today
Should the Travel Industry try Playing Matchmaker?
Studies suggest that travelers are happier when they engage with strangers they meet on their trips. So how can the industry embrace this news?…
— Fox Travel News
Today in History
Jason Lewis Completes His Journey
Little recognized by most people, October 6, 2007 Jason Lewis became the first human to circumnavigate the planet entirely under his own power, using no motors and no sails…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Cruise Lines Takes Alaska Summer 2018
With special cruise ship access to Glacier Bay from The National Park Service, American Constellation’s arrival this Junewill more than double American Cruise Lines’ capacity in the region and help meet the recent demand for cruise travel to Alaska…
— Travel Research Online
Announcement from Celestyal Cruises
Celestyal Cruises today announced that it is returning to Cuba on October 20th, 2017 for its 5th year of winter deployment presenting the line's unmatched, all-inclusive, seven-day circumnavigation of one of the world’s most beautiful island nations will continue to operate following the enduring interest of travelers from all over the world…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
1/200 Just Might Be Good Enough!
 I want to call your attention today to a single sound bite that I picked up watching a baseball game where the New York Mets beat The St. Louis Cardinals. The Mets won the game with a two-run homer. Here is the sound bite I picked up on:
"There were over 200 pitches thrown in the game and it all came down to this one pitch."
One pitch. One swing. Two runs. One…
— Travel Research Online
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Soundings
Beverage Package Issues for Cruise Lines
by Susan Schaefer
Friday October 06, 2017
Beverage packag es seems to be an ongoing issue for cruise lines. They have tried a variety of twists with their beverage packages. Some have tested limiting beverage packages to 15 alcoholic drinks per 24 hour period.
Others have tested whether they can allow passengers to purchase packages without requiring other adults in the stateroom to purchases the same package. It just feels like every time we turn around, we’re hearing about some cruise line tinkering with their rules and polices about beverage packages.
— 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
Next Stop Serengeti: Book Clients on Precision Air to Discover Tanzania’s Magical Wildlife
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
The vast plains of the Serengeti National Park cover almost 5,700 square miles – and the annual wildebeest migration across the Serengeti is the most spectacular wildlife event on the planet. The migration is the lifeblood of the plains, fertilizing the soil, and providing vital protein for predators – without it, the entire eco-system would collapse. A glimpse into the interconnectedness of life itself!
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