Destinations
The Ultimate Guide to Perth
Western Australia's easy-going capital often gets spoken about as the most isolated city in the world. This might carry some truth geographically, but the place has a bright, big-city feel that makes it seem anything but secluded…
— The Independent
How Medellin went from Murder Capital to Hipster Holiday Destination
In 2013, Medellin was hailed as “the most innovative city in the world” by the Urban Land Institute, brimming with creative ideas for urban living, like the eco-árbol, a tree-like structure that acts as an air-purifier, and the spectacular Orquideorama for growing orchids…
— Telegraph (London)
Bouncing Around Colorado Springs In The Dead Of Winter
Mention Colorado Springs and you probably think of Pikes Peak, or the Broadmoor Hotel, the historic resort nestled in the hills overlooking the city. But what happens when you take both of those out of the picture, plus most of the other tourists?…
— The Huffington Post
Tours and Activities
The (Really) Old and New Meet in Naples
A new exhibition at the Madre contemporary art museum puts rarely seen ruins from Pompeii in contemporary confines…
— New York Times
Theme Parks line up Special Events for January
January is not the dead zone it once was for Orlando-area theme parks and attractions. Here are five events for the first month of 2018…
— Sun Sentinel
New Museums, Destinations and Openings around the U.S. in 2018
For travelers, the new year opens up a whole new world of places to go and things to do. Here are a few notable openings and events scheduled for 2018 around the U.S…
— Chicago Tribune
Cruise
Gastroenteritis Outbreak on Sea Princess Cruise sickens 200 passengers
The Sea Princess ship was nearly finished with a two-week round trip between Brisbane and New Zealand…
— Fox Travel News
Is January the Best Time to Buy your 2018 Cruise?
In cruise lingo, January is Wave Season: when many cruise lines offer special promotions. But are they really deals?…
— Miami Herald
Transportation
Delta Air Lines sends its Last Boeing 747 to Arizona 'Boneyard'
The Wednesday flight from the world’s busiest airport in Atlanta to a remote salvage yard in southern Arizona marked the last time that Boeing’s 747 jumbo jet would fly for a U.S. passenger airline…
— USA Today
Airlines Could Soon Phase Out Seat-Back Screens
Looks like you'll need to provide your own entertainment. Some airlines are reportedly ditching the seatback screens that give us our in-flight entertainment as a part of a new seat designed to save money…
— Fox Travel News
3 Cars on Amtrak Train with 311 Passengers Derail, None Hurt
Three cars on an Amtrak train carrying more than 300 passengers on a route from Miami to New York derailed in snow-covered Savannah after a fierce winter storm, but no injuries were reported…
— Vancouver Sun
Lodging
Hot New Hotels to Check Into in 2018
Just when you thought travel couldn't get any more luxurious, the best new hotels of 2018 have seriously upped the ante around the world…
— CNN
6 Romantic Winter Weekend Getaways From NYC
There's no better time than winter to head out of town for a weekend of cozy quality time. Here' where to go, from a boutique lodge in the Hudson Valley to a designer spot in the Berkshires — all with spas and fireplaces galore…
— Vogue
Other and Odd
What Whitney Cummings Can't Travel Without
The comedian always brings an ostrich pillow, a Diptyque candle and duct tape (she explains)…
— New York Times
Six Big Travel Questions for 2018
You may not see many final answers to these questions in 2018, but you can certainly expect the beginning of some important actions…
— USA Today
The One Thing You're Forgetting In Your Carry-On
While you can't bring that liter of SmartWater through TSA, you absolutely can bring the empty bottle to refill at a water fountain once you're past security…
— The Huffington Post
Today in History
A Botched Arrest Foils the King
Charles I was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland in 1642. These were not happy times for the monarchy…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Cruise Lines Announces Sponsorship of PBS’ Washington Week
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that it will be a national sponsor of PBS’ iconic series Washington Week, beginning this Friday, January 5th…
— Travel Research Online
Celestyal Cruises Announces Appointment of Gordon Dirker as Vice President, Business Deveopment – North America
Celestyal Cruises is delighted to announce the appointment of Gordon Dirker as Vice President, Business Development – North America…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Focus On Your Client’s Happiness Quotient
 If you want to get to the top of the sales profession, you have to learn to focus on helping others and stop focusing on “selling.” Trying to sell comes off as just that, and no one likes to be “sold.” But when legitimately, openly, and sincerely interested in helping people, you will gain their undivided attention and, eventually have access to their check book.
Zig Ziglar was a famous sales trainer who began his career selling pots and pans. He is now a well-recognized industry icon. Zig once reminded us…
— 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
BECOME AN EXPERT IN AWESOME
Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
With new attractions, new restaurants, a new hotel, and the opening of a whole new water theme park, your clients may not be aware of all we have to do – or that they’ll need multiple days to see and do it all. Be sure to register to take our webinar course so you can stay an expert on everything going on at Universal Orlando Resort™.
Register Now ➠
Everything Australia with Goway
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
Goway is your one stop shop for all your travel requirements to Australia. From accommodation to car rental, escorted tours to fully independent travel, we offer it all. Join Meghan Boyd, the Product Manager of the South Pacific Division on this educational webinar designed specifically to help you sell Australia.
Register Now ➠
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