Destinations
Is This the World's Wildest Skiing Destination?
You know you’re skiing somewhere special when a group of your fellow adventurers declare that they’ve spotted a pack of wolves roaming high up on the glacier they just descended. But then, perhaps we had become too blithely accustomed to the otherness of our Canadian surroundings and the remote frontier location…
— Telegraph (London)
The Most Beautiful Small Towns in Mexico
The diversity of landscape across Mexico means that different regions offer distinctive delights, from desert ghost towns and quaint colonial pueblos seeped in history to laid-back beach towns popping with color. The options are endless, but here are 10 of our favorite small-town getaways to inspire your next trip…
— CNN
Go Beyond Tulum With the Ideal Yucatán Road Trip
The Yucatán Peninsula, located in southeast Mexico, is well known for oceanfront hot spots Tulum and Holbox, as well as progressive Mérida, aka “the new San Miguel de Allende.” But beyond the salt and sand lie lesser-known gems imbued with Mayan culture, colorful colonial architecture, artisanal products, and local flavors…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
Day-Tripping With Family to the Manor Reborn
National Trust properties, grand sites often bequeathed by Britons who can no longer afford them, are a surprisingly child-friendly option for getaways…
— New York Times
The Best South Downs Pub Walks
The walks below have been chosen to take full advantage of the variety of this downland landscape as autumn casts its spell, while the pubs are recommended for their authentic country atmosphere and warm welcome…
— Telegraph (London)
8 Luxurious Spas Around The World To Melt Your Worries Away
To travel is to relax, unwind and get away from life’s everyday stresses. It’s the perfect way to disconnect and to try something new (and ideally healthy). Whether you indulge in a spa treatment or simply soak up the setting in an exciting new location, you can’t deny that you’ll feel refreshed and revitalized afterwards…
— The Huffington Post
Mysteries and Revelations at a Cape Museum
In “Mysteries AND Revelations,” artifacts, paintings, objects, and curiosities reveal fascinating facts about the Cape’s past and open a window into how museums use such items to tell the story of a place…
— The Boston Globe
Cruise
Grand Turk Welcomes First Cruise Ship Since Hurricane Maria
The Carnival Corp.-operated port in Turks AND Caicos welcomed Carnival Ecstasy passengers on November 1 with sunny skies, pristine beaches and a bustling shopping and dining scene; shore excursions around the island also were available. Onboard, a reception was held for the ship's officers, Carnival Corp. execs and local government officials…
— CruiseCritic.com
Cruise Line Offering Sale on Cruises to Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the French Polynesia
Paul Gauguin Cruises, operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, has announced a Two-Week Sale on select 2018 Tahiti, French Polynesia, and South Pacific voyages …
— Cruise Fever
Transportation
The Science Behind the Elbow War – What Kind of Human Being Hogs Both Armrests?
Last month we examined the eternal window vs aisle debate (window seats won the popularity stakes by a narrow margin, according to our poll). Today we’re addressing another air travel conundrum - armrest rights…
— Telegraph (London)
Which Airline was just Voted the Best in the World for the Fifth Year Running?
Air New Zealand is the recipient of the number one placing by AirlineRatings.com in its annual assessment of the world's carriers, ranking ahead of its antipodean rivals Qantas and Singapore Airlines…
— Telegraph (London)
Popular Airline is Removing First Class Seats to Make Room for More Economy
Emirates airline is testing their business and economy only planes on some of its Airbus A380 this holiday season because of an “increased consumer demand over the busy Christmas peak season,” the airline said in a statement to Inc.…
— Fox Travel News
Lodging
Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills review: Luxury Art Deco-Inspired Hotel with Jean Georges restaurant
In a nutshell: A swish, art deco-inspired luxury hotel in Beverly Hills – grand yet modern, luxurious but with laid-back staff…
— The Independent
A Facelift for Singapore's Grand Dame
The Raffles Hotel still retains a special place in the hearts of Singaporeans and travelers alike, thanks to its fabled history and quaint atmosphere that hints at the Roaring '20s and a romanticized nostalgia for the better elements of the British colonial era…
— CNN
Old Trucker Hangouts now Cool Places to Stay
Around the U.S., hoteliers are turning down-at-the-heels motels-a national icon of sorts-into stylish, remarkably upscale hotels. The trend started a decade ago, according to Mike Cahill, founder and chief executive officer of hospitality real estate firm HREC Investment Advisors…
— Chicago Tribune
Other and Odd
U.S. Passports of Child Sex Offenders Will Note Their Convictions
The State Department announced this week that a sentence noting the conviction would be added to the back inside cover of offender's passports…
— New York Times
Today in History
The Launch of Sputnik 2
On November 3, 1957, Sputnik 2 became the second spacecraft launched into Earth orbit…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
The Airport Bookstore Two-Step
 This time it occurred in Flint, Michigan. The old Airport Bookstore 2-Step. I shared this habit with you a few articles back, but this one has a different twist. Read on.
Step 1: Mike walks into an airport bookstore.
Step 2: Mike walks out $30 light in the…
— Travel Research Online
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Soundings
Here Comes Adults Only Cruising
by Susan Schaefer
Friday November 03, 2017
Virgin Voyages  is coming. If you haven’t heard, that’s the new cruise line being launched by Richard Branson and his company the Virgin Group. It’s not surprising that Virgin Group would eventually come around and launch a cruise line. They don’t limit their ventures to travel, but they do have quite a few travel focused subsidiaries on the books: Virgin Atlantic, Virgin America, Virgin Australia, Virgin Galactic, Virgin Vacations, Virgin Hotels, and Virgin Rail Group. And that’s not all of them; but you can see why Virgin Voyages (originally Virgin Cruises) isn’t a surprise.
— 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
How to Sell the Islands of Tahiti
Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 2 pm EST/11 am PST
This webinar will introduce you to the islands of Tahiti.
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South Africa: A World in One Country
Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST
Join South African Airways and South African Tourism on a journey through our awe-inspiring country. We’ll discuss top-selling activities, including the vibrant city of Cape Town, big 5 safaris, world-class museums and restaurants and adrenaline-fueled adventures. We’ll also review tips and tools to help you effectively sell and market South Africa to your clients with confidence.
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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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