Destinations
36 Hours in Shanghai
Shanghai’s appeal has long been its breathtaking skyline, glitzy nightlife and brash, anything-goes attitude. In recent years, though, China’s commercial capital has started to develop a more sophisticated side…
— New York Times
18 Reasons why Finland is the Greatest Country on Earth
who wouldn’t want to be in Finland? It can lay claim to being one of the greatest countries on the planet. Here are 17 reasons why…
— Telegraph (London)
7 Ultimate Hiking Destinations
When it comes to choosing a travel destination, 63 percent of global travelers surveyed by Booking.com said a key consideration is the outdoor activities a location has to offer. If you love an adventure, a challenge and the great outdoors, why not make your next trip a hiking holiday to remember?…
— The Huffington Post
Tours and Activities
Everything you Need to Know about the New Louvre Abu Dhabi
Imagined as a “museum city” by architect Jean Nouvel – a collection of more than 50 buildings, including 23 galleries holding 600 works of art – its stark, white walls are bordered by lagoons, with most structures housed beneath a vast domed roof…
— The Independent
Jackson Square lands on List of 'Hot' Fall Travel Spots
Jackson Square may be nearing its 300th birthday, but it's still hot stuff as far as travel destinations go. TripAdvisor has named the iconic park one of its "hottest attractions" in the United States this fall…
— NOLA.com
Cruise
Now for the Big Question about Meghan Markle: Which Cruise Ship will she Christen?
When it comes to cruise ship godmothers, "this certainly gives the Carnival Corp. subsidiaries a fresh new candidate," notes longtime industry watcher Peter Knego, referring to the three Carnival-owned lines that have had British royals christen vessels…
— USA Today
Book Now for Summer River Cruises
This is the best time to start planning your spring and summer river cruise vacation for the coming year. Unlike ocean cruises, river cruises fill up quickly and early, making booking well in advance a necessity…
— Vancouver Sun
Transportation
Glitch by American Airlines could see 15,000 Festive Flights Grounded
A glitch in the online holiday booking system used by American Airlines has left the carrier scrambling to find flight crews for 15,000 departures over one of the busiest periods of the year…
— Telegraph (London)
Randi Zuckerberg slams Alaska Airlines for Allowing Passenger to make 'Lewd Sexual Remarks' during Flight
Zuckerberg, the founder of Zuckerberg Media and sister of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, claims that she was flying from Los Angeles to Mazatlán, Mexico, when the passenger seated next to her in first-class began making inappropriate sexual comments…
— Fox Travel News
Nonstop flights to Montreal, Denver, Jamaica coming next year at BWI Marshall Airport
Air Canada and Spirit Airlines passengers at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport will soon be able to fly nonstop to Montreal, Denver and Montego Bay, Jamaica, the airport announced Wednesday…
— Baltimore Sun
Lodging
8 Cozy Ski Hotels in the Alps
while the U.S. and Canada have their fair share of divine ski-centric properties, there’s something magical about a snowy adventure in the Alps. From France to Italy to Switzerland, take a look at these eight ultra-cozy ski hotels…
— USA Today
New York Hotels are now Charging Tourists an extra 'Destination Fee'
New York hotels are charging guests up to $25 (£19) per night for the privilege of sleeping near Times Square. Chains including Hilton, Marriott and Starwood are adding the non-negotiable “destination charge” to guests’ bills in some of their prime location digs…
— The Independent
10 Cozy Hotels that Redefine Luxury
Hygge is the Danish concept for creating an environment of cozy, understated comfort with friends and family. There's no need to venture to Denmark to experience this concept: These 10 effortlessly elegant hotels offer low-key luxury…
— CNN
Other and Odd
Int'l Visitors to US Down 4 percent in 1st 6 Months of 2017
Fewer visitors came from nearly every region of the world, with declines in arrivals from Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, South America, Central America and the Caribbean…
— The Washington Post
Airbnb Just Made Group Travel Much Easier
The hospitality service this morning unveiled their new split pay tool, which allows travelers to divide up reservation costs. You'll never have to front the whole sum (and impatiently wait for your friends to Venmo you) again…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Today in History
Mark Twain
On this day in 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in the small town of Florida, Missouri. Better known by his pseudonym, Mark Twain, the writer proved to be one of the true originals of American literature…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Cruise Lines Announces Theme Cruises for 2018-2019 Season
The new schedule includes a variety of theme cruises which explore, in-depth, the most intriguing aspects of American heritage and culture…
— Travel Research Online
Windstar Launches Signature Expedition Program Bringing Expert Insights and Active Exploration to Award-winning Small Ship Cruises
Windstar’s Signature Expeditions will offer extremely high touch experiences both onboard ship and in the marine and wildlife environments where the award-winning boutique line sails…
— Travel Research Online
Registrations for TravelMart LatinAmerica '18 in Buenos Aires, Argentina at a record pace
It has been more than thirty (30) years since TMLA has been held in this popular South America tourism destination, and there is considerable enthusiasm about returning to one of the region’s most vibrant cities…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Another Painful Message/Reminder/Error
 Why are the most meaningful messages the most personal? And painful? Because they are. To avoid boring you to tears with specifics, suffice it to say that I gave myself another personal wake-up call last week. (I hate when that happens, but if there is any truth that life is a journey and not a destination, I am having one heck-of-va joy ride. (Yes, I did type "heck-of-va")
Last week a Speaker's Bureau I do business with introduced me to a hot lead and asked me to call the would-be client for a quick phone interview. I did. In haste. I reacted too quickly. I was…
— Travel Research Online
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Departures
Bruce Hodge, Owner and President of Goway Travel
by Simone Hasskew
Thursday November 30, 2017
Bruce Hodge  is the owner and President of Goway Travel, what has evolved into one of North America’s largest travel companies to the South Pacific. Founded in 1970 upon Bruce’s arrival in Canada, Goway Travel has offices scattered across the globe and Bruce continues to set the strategic direction and drives the growth of the company. Australian born, Bruce is an avid globetrotter committed to growing the company and increasing the number of Goway travelers from the USA as well as Canada.
Read on to learn more about Bruce Hodge, and the thriving travel company that is Goway Travel.…
— 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
Urban Alberta: Vacations in Calgary and Edmonton
Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
Alberta offers something for every traveler. Whether your clients seek outdoor adventures or arts and cultural opportunities, the province’s top urban destinations are sure to please at any time of the year.
Register Now ➠
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