Destinations
Tampere: Finland's Less Obvious City Break
There aren’t many countries where an 80m ridge merits a stop on the tourist trail. But this is Finland, a country so devoid of high peaks that Norway considered bequeathing its flatter neighbour an entire mountain to mark a centenary of Finnish independence in December…
— The Independent
How a Seaside Town in Yorkshire became Britain's Capital of Macabre
There’s nothing like a seaside jaunt to remind you of the omnipresence of death. Goths, ghosts, vampires, ruins: Whitby has them all…
— Telegraph (London)
Where to Go in Maboneng, the Coolest Neighborhood in Johannesburg
From rooftop views to a world-class coffee shop, here's where to spend time once you get to Johannesburg…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
Historic Edwardian Lido Reopens 43 Years After Falling Into Disrepair
Yesterday saw Reading’s King's Meadow swimming pool, now known as the Thames Lido, welcome its first bathers since 1974. And thankfully for those who braved the 5C temperatures, the water is now heated…
— Telegraph (London)
Fantasy Fest draws Thousands to Key West following Irma
Key Wes's biggest annual festival, Fantasy Fest, has attracted thousands of visitors who are helping to restore the tourism-based economy following Hurricane…
— Sun Sentinel
Vista's Clock and Watch Museum is a Timely Addition to Southern California Attractions
The West Coast Clock and Watch Museum in Vista keeps track of time with more than 300 clocks on display from America and Europe…
— LA Times
Cruise
World's Largest Cruise Ship, Symphony of the Seas, Nearing Completion
The giant is almost ready. New photos from the shipyard building Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas — the largest cruise ship ever — show the vessel rapidly approaching the finishing stages of construction…
— USA Today
Viking Plans to Add 10 new River and Ocean-Going Cruise Ships
The cruise industry is growing by leaps and bounds, with companies regularly announcing the upcoming launch of new ships. But none can compete with the marathon efforts of Viking, which is adding two new ships to its fleet in 2018, another ship in 2019 and seven new river boats…
— LA Times
Transportation
Why Airlines Shun Third-Party Travel Sites — And You Shouldn't
The hotel buying power offers advantages that most airline sites cannot match, plus they allow passengers to combine airlines to get a lower airfare…
— USA Today
Defiant Ryanair says Pilot Fiasco has Not Hit its Profits
“A perfect storm of one-off pilot shortages” cost Ryanair €25m (£22m) in compensation payments, the airline has said. Revealing healthy half-year results, chief executive Michael O’Leary said higher pay to attract and retain flight crew will add €100m (£88m) to the airline’s annual costs…
— The Independent
Plane Bounces Off Runway at Salzburg Airport, nearly Scrapes Tarmac
A plane was forced to abort a landing in Austria amid heavy winds Sunday after its wing almost scraped the runway, drawing gasps from onlookers…
— Fox Travel News
Lodging
If Old School is your Ski Style, Check out these Resorts
While I enjoy maple-sugar body scrubs, artisanal lattes, and heated, high-speed bubble chairs as much as the next gal, there’s a lot to be said for a weekend away from the high-end mountain distractions that make time spent on snow second fiddle…
— The Boston Globe
Step into the 1960s in New York's retro TWA Lounge
TWA opens a retro lounge in New York's One World Trade Center in preparation for the 2019 opening of the renovated TWA Hotel at JFK International…
— CNN
The new Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel Plan is Already Causing a Ruckus
The new hotel plan, workshopped for almost a year by an ad hoc committee, will give voters their first glimpse into the potential new addition to the already $600 million renovation of the Miami Beach Convention Center…
— Miami Herald
Other and Odd
The Science Behind Why You Shouldn't Take Your Kids On Holiday Until They're Five
Now, hear this: parents keen to take their children abroad should wait until they are at least five, according to a research psychologist specialising in child development who argues that - you guessed it - the youngster is unlikely to remember anything earlier…
— Telegraph (London)
Clients Accuse Philly Travel Agent Of Not Delivering On Trips
A Philadelphia travel agent has allegedly lined her pockets with cash, but did not deliver on her promises. Victims' claim they were taken by a woman who sold them lies…
— 6abc.com
Insider Tips On How To File A Travel Insurance Claim
If you’re reading this, chances are something horrible has happened while you’re on vacation ― a health scare, a disruption, even an unexpected death. Maybe you’ve phoned your travel insurance company and the wheels are now in motion for a claim. And you’re wondering: What now?…
— The Huffington Post
Today in History
The Death of Harry Houdini
On this day in 1926, the world-famous magician and illusionist Harry Houdini died of peritonitis from a burst appendix…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
TAP serves three airports in London as of today
London City joins Heathrow and Gatwick in a reinforcement of the operation between the United Kingdom and Portugal…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Look Up! Get Up! And Never Quit
 Today’s reminder goes back to an induction ceremony a few years for the National Football Hall Of Fame. Although I try not to use sports analogies too frequently, I do manage now and then to salt in a few sports-related lessons if I feel they fit my current mindset.
How can a writer help not to? With both the heroes and villains in today's fields of competition, the material available today borders on the overwhelming, whether you choose to kneel, stand, or spit wooden nickels...
— Travel Research Online
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Independent Consultant
Preparing for Business
by Anita Pagliasso
Tuesday October 31, 2017
Are you looking for new business? Think of your search for new clients for your business as a job or project, just like you would if you were unemployed and starting out to look for work. Begin by getting yourself organized and make a list of potential employers or “clients” who you think you would like to work for...
— 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
Experience the Journey: North America’s Top Rail Vacations
Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
Whether your clients are interested in the Canadian Rockies, America’s national parks or historic cities, a memorable experience awaits when embarking on a rail vacation. This special Vacations By Rail webinar showcases classic rail journeys across North America, each featuring an iconic rail adventure. From scenic heritage railway excursions to classic overnight train vacations, the variety of itineraries and experiences showcasing the World’s top trains are unmatched.
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The Scenic Group: Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours – Agent Productivity Tools
Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST
Our ExpressBook and other tools in our Agent Portal, enable agents to easily find availability, quote and book specific trips, pay deposits and final payments and manage reservations.
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An introduction to Australis Expedition Cruises and Patagonia
Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
Australis, a Chilean award-winning company with 27 years experience in operating expedition cruises and named 2017’s Best Small-Ship Ocean Cruises by Travel + Leisure. Born on the waterways of Patagonia and sailing out of Punta Arenas, Chile & Ushuaia, Argentina; The new Ventus will soon join sister ship Stella Australis as the only passenger vessels that can venture through the narrow fjords of Tierra del Fuego and disembark at fabled Cape Horn. Come see penguins! We are the only cruise line who’s passengers get to walk on Cape Horn (weather permitting) on a regular basis.
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Introducing the newest and finest boutique hotel at sea
Monday, November 6, 2017 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
Join Marilyn Conroy, Executive VP of David Morris International, exclusive sales and marketing representatives for Saga Cruises, and discover an exciting new era of “boutique” cruising launching July, 2019.
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Time to Discover Enticing North Africa: 2x Weekly from Montreal on Tunisair
Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
From fascinating sandy beaches drenched in sunshine to grand ancient ruins and the vast, rolling dunes of the Sahara, Tunisia encapsulates everything that’s enticing about North Africa. Located just a stone’s throw from Europe, Tunisia sits on the Mediterranean coast, midway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Nile Delta.
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