Destinations
36 Hours in Jackson Hole, Wyo.
Expansive wilderness, superlative skiing and a top-notch food scene await visitors to this charming, idiosyncratic town and valley…
— New York Times
20 Under-the-Radar Travel Destinations to Visit Before They Get too Popular
Every year, the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNTWO) tracks travel trends to predict the newest up-and-coming destinations. If you’re looking to travel to the coolest destinations before everybody else, consider this list your guide…
— The Independent
An Iranian Village Built On Rooftops
Masouleh was built partway up a steep mountainside to keep the village safe from floods in the valley below and protect it from frigid winds that whip the summit above. The architecture of this roughly 1,000-year-old village is such that the front garden of each house – as well as restaurants, outdoor cafes and even parts of a bazaar – sits on the rooftop of the house below it…
— BBC Travel
Tours and Activities
Visiting South Dakota's Mysterious Spirit Mound
Today the Spirit Mount Historical Prairie includes 320 acres and is easily accessible off highway 19. A narrow but well-maintained path curls around the western side of the mound and leads, up the north face, to the summit…
— USA Today
Hard History: Mississippi Museums explore Slavery, Klan era
The Museum of Mississippi History takes a 15,000-year view, from the Stone Age through modern times. The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum concentrates on a shorter, but intense span, from 1945 to 1976…
— The Washington Post
Sick of Theme Park Crowds? Here are 10 Ways to Escape
Within an hour of Orlando, you can see wildlife, delve into history, learn to swing on a trapeze or a zip line, ogle old war planes, ride a train into Old Florida or try a different kind of wine-tasting…
— Miami Herald
Cruise
200 Royal Caribbean Cruise Passengers Struck Down With Gastro-Intestinal Illness
Some 3 per cent of passengers – 195 out of 5,800 – have gone down with the sickness according to Royal Caribbean. The outbreak began after the liner left Singapore on 23 November. Passengers were treated with over-the-counter medicine on board before the ship docked in Hobart, Tasmania, on Tuesday 5 December…
— The Independent
St. Maarten Reopens to Cruise Ships, Three Months After Hurricane Irma
The milestone was marked with fanfare, with a welcome banner, appearances from a steel drum band, stilt walkers, Carnival queens, and dancers, while ministry and port officials greeted the vessel as it sailed in and passengers disembarked…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
Delta, WestJet Announce Plans For U.S.-Canada Joint-Venture
If it materializes, Delta and WestJet could act together in setting prices and flight times on their U.S.-Canada flights. The airlines also pledged the deal would pave the way for new non-stop routes and “enhanced frequent flier benefits"…
— USA Today
Black Passengers Downgraded from Business Class 'to Make Way for White Woman' on Comair Flight
Two black musicians claim they were kicked off a British Airways-branded flight in South Africa to make way for a white woman. After they objected to being moved, they say, the captain ordered them to leave the aircraft…
— The Independent
Two Planes Nearly Collide After Landing on the Wrong Airport Runway
Delta Airlines Flight 4231 to Reagan National Airport was preparing for takeoff and rolling down Runway 13 when pilots spotted Mexican Volaris Flight 880 attempting to land in the same place. The Volaris plane was meant to land on Runway 13 Left…
— Fortune.com
Lodging
You can See Airplanes Outside and Inside this LAX Hotel where Art Reflects an Aviation Vibe
From the open-air rooftop of the H Hotel, you can watch planes on runways at Los Angeles International Airport. Inside, you’ll find plenty of airplanes too. Original artworks in the 168-room hotel that’s part of Hilton's Curio Collection bring the aviation vibe indoors to common spaces and rooms…
— LA Times
Disney Reveals Details for Revamped Caribbean Beach Resort
The resort has been undergoing construction updates since earlier this year with Old Port Royale entryway closing in May. The new version that is slated to be open in late summer 2018 will include updated Centertown Market, Shutters restaurant, Banana Cabana outdoor bar and Calypso Trading Post…
— Sun Sentinel
Fed up With Society? This Arctic Hotel will Let You Escape from it
If a break from the shackles of society is on your wishlist for the near future, consider this: an Arctic hotel perched on its own isle, an 18-mile ferry ride away from any shops, restaurants or roads…
— Telegraph (London)
Other and Odd
How Well is your Luggage Really Treated at an Airport? A Peek Behind the Scene
One former baggage handler has offered a comprehensive account of what goes on between the time you fly from A to B, and offered insights into how you can best protect your belongings while they're not under your care…
— Telegraph (London)
Five Ways To Save Serious Money On Last-Minute Holiday Travel
Let’s be honest: not missing Hannukah or Kwanza with the family might be worth a few extra dollars. So if you haven’t made your travel plans yet, here are some sneaky ways to travel hack your holidays…
— Forbes
Today in History
Pearl Harbor
On December 7, 1941, three waves of Japanese aircraft left their base of sea carriers stationed north of Hawaii…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Don't Be A Buffoon
 This may come as a shock to some of you, but I do become upset at times. It usually comes as a result of running into a buffoon of some sort, shape, size or gender. And it has come to my attention over the last couple of years that our world has its fair share of them.
Labeling a person as a “buffoon” is my personal observation, and is based on my own interpretation. You should not endorse my list until you concur by your own set of…
— Travel Research Online
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Spotlight
Jennifer Stevens, U.S Senior Trade Marketing Specialist, G Adventures
by Simone Hasskew
Thursday December 6, 2017
Jennifer Stevens  it the U.S Senior Trade Marketing Specialist for small-group based tour company G Adventures. With G Adventures Jennifer not only oversees trade media partnerships and agent campaigns, but has also worked hard for the last six years to cultivate relationships with top preferred agencies and consortium accounts. G Adventures’ is currently on the search for agents for the 2018 Ambassadors of Change program, something Jennifer is very excited to talk about. A native Rhode Islander, she has had the opportunity to travel to an array of different locations around the globe. Read on to learn more about G Adventures, Jennifer, and their incredible Ambassadors for Change Program.
— Travel Research Online
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Departures
Discover Croatia with Via Tours
by Simone Hasskew
Thursday December 6, 2017
For a unique  Croatian experience, look no further than Via Tours Croatia. Their mission is to offer exclusive experiences away from the public eye that are preserved for the most discerning travelers to discover the authentic way of life in Croatia and Eastern Europe. Via Tours is the local link to all the best Croatia has to offer.
— 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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