Destinations
In Spain, Searching for Ancestors, Dry Wine and Calm Seas
Today Spain itself is a top international travel destination, with 75.6 million tourists in 2016, nearly double the nation’s population of 46.5 million. Its popularity in Western Europe is nothing short of phenomenal…
— New York Times
This Tiny Island Is New Zealand's Secret Conservation Weapon
Tiritiri Matangi – a 75-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland – is one of several offshore islands that New Zealand has turned into sanctuaries for its native birds…
— The Independent
Tours and Activities
Hidden Hanoi: Map Creators Share City's Secret Spots
Whether you're looking for secret spas or sunset walks, terrace bars or street food stalls, Der Hagopian shares a shortlist of hidden Hanoi destinations with CNN Travel…
— CNN
Five Fantastic Mind, Body and Soul Festivals for 2018
Relax, restore and reset yourself at these festivals that feature yoga classes, spa treatments, healthy food, live music – and, yes, occasionally, a little alcohol…
— The Guardian
Why a Trip to Amritsar's Golden Temple will Restore your Faith in Humanity
The Golden Temple has been on this site since the 16th century but it was destroyed several times by raiding armies from Afghanistan and the Mughal Empire. Each time it was steadfastly rebuilt…
— Telegraph (London)
Cruise
Think You Know What to Expect at a Cruise Ship Buffet — Think Again
As palates become more sophisticated and our tastes more discerning, mediocre buffets have been pushed into the archives with food and wine taking the spotlight on cruising’s centre stage…
— Escape
Grace Kelly’s Restored Yacht Now Transports Passengers Around the Galápagos Islands
The Galápagos are filled with cruising vessels taking travelers from island to island, and many of those boats tend to be miniature cruise ships: clunky, charmless, and impersonal. Not the case with this ship…
— Vogue
Transportation
Traveler Arrested at Airport for Wearing Too Many Clothes
A man traveling from Iceland to England was arrested at the Iceland Keflavík International Airport for attempting to avoid an excess luggage fee by wearing eight pairs of pants and ten shirts…
— Fox Travel News
101 Freeway Won't Open for At Least a Week. Amtrak adds Extra Trains to Accommodate More Travelers
Until the road reopens, the quickest way to travel to and from the affected area is by train. Detours using Interstate 5 can take up to five hours, depending on traffic…
— LA Times
Could you Really Survive a Plane Crash on Water? Hero Pilot Sully Talks to Telegraph Travel
We spoke to aviation expert John Turner, Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and director of the Honorary Company of Air Pilots, to find out what airline manufacturers are doing to prepare their planes for a water landing…
— Telegraph (London)
Lodging
The Innovative Hotels That Are Making Travel Better in 2018
From political action to digital doors and museum-worthy art, these hotels are setting a new standard for a good stay today…
— Vogue
Inside Muji's New 'Anti-Gorgeous' Hotel in Shenzhen
Minimalist fans can get an early glimpse inside Muji's first ever hotel before it launches later this month in China's Shenzhen…
— CNN
Everybody in the Pool: Great Wolf Lodge to Open Hotel with Indoor Water Park in Arizona
The 350-room all-suite hotel will be built next door to Salt River Fields, the Arizona Diamondbacks' and Colorado Rockies' spring-training home…
— azcentral.com
Other and Odd
The Art of Travel: Six Simple Extravagances that can Transform a Holiday
A spontaneous moment of extravagance had turned a miserable wait into an enjoyable evening. Here are a few other indulgences which might have a similar effect…
— Telegraph (London)
Today in History
The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution Ratified
On this day in 1920, the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution went into effect, initiating Prohibition…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
The Power of Persistence
Many Americans seem to have been stricken with the disease “quit-itis.” They quit everything too soon. It is almost an epidemic. From marriages to diets, jobs to exercise programs. The malady is even more acute in the sales profession. It makes me stop and wonder what happened to good old fashion persistence? Has “flight” taken over for “fight?”
In a marketplace that has more than its share of options in just about every category imaginable, it is becoming harder and harder to gain somebody’s attention, no less carve out enough time to conduct a meaningful conversation about providing meaningful products and services. It has become a real head…
— Travel Research Online Read the rest of this article »
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60-Second Geography
The Natural Beauty Of Hokkaido With Super Value Tours
by Simone Hasskew Tuesday January 16, 2018
Standing as the second largest and northernmost island in Japan, Hokkaido is a place of breathtaking natural beauty. From bustling cities and top notch sake to undisturbed forest and National Parks, Hokkaido has many reasons to be on your travel list this year thanks to Super Value Tours, the supplier sponsor of this article.
— Travel Research Online Read the rest of this article »
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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™.
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