Destinations
From Museums to Mountains, Pride and Patriotism
In Ciudad Juárez and El Paso, military history, Mexican and American, is a presence. There's fun to be had in the Franklin Mountains, and music is everywhere…
— New York Times
The 32 Most Fun, Friendly and Affordable Cities in the World
From Istanbul to Porto, research ranks each metropolitan across several categories including food, drink, culture, friendliness, affordability, happiness and liveability…
— The Independent
Why You Should Go to McMinnville, Oregon, for Your Next Girls' Weekend
Just an hour south of Portland lies McMinnville, Oregon, a town so charming it looks like a Pacific Northwest version of the Gilmore Girls’ fictional Stars Hollow…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
Suffragette London: Little-Known Locations that Recall the Fight for Women's Rights
London, as the home of Parliament and politicians around whom so much of the protest movement swirled, is rich in sites, many of them little-known, celebrating the struggle for equality by many women, militant and peaceful, and a number of the men who supported them…
— Telegraph (London)
World's Longest Zip Line Opens In Ras Al Khaimah
It's going to take some nerve to attach yourself to a zip wire, then whiz at velocities of close to 100 miles per hour down the UAE's highest mountain…
— CNN
Cruise
Secret Codes, Subliminal Messaging behind World's Biggest Cruise Ship
At a time when travelers are feeling more precious than ever about “authentic experiences,” the cruise industry is doubling down on the exact opposite: completely manufactured fun. Leading the pack is Royal Caribbean Cruises…
— Seattle Times
Celebrity Cruises Reveals Europe Discovery Tours
Celebrity Cruises is launching a new series of shore excursions that focuses on offering small groups a more in-depth experience in port…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
Delta Announces New Routes from Cincinnati 'Focus City'
Delta Air Lines is growing again in Cincinnati, announcing new routes and an overall increase in capacity at its one-time hub…
— USA Today
Frontier Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Smart Phone Battery Catches Fire
A US domestic flight was forced to divert when a passenger’s lithium battery caught fire, injuring two people and spreading smoke through the cabin…
— The Independent
GPS-Based System Could Have Prevented Deadly Train Crash
The investigation headed by the National Transportation Safety Board could take years, but federal investigators are already focusing on one critical factor: that a switch, set manually, may have caused the passenger train to barrel down the wrong track…
— The Washington Post
Lodging
Nissan's New Japan Hotel Takes Automation to a New Level
Drawing from the autonomous parking technology of the Nissan Leaf car, which debuted in October, the ProPILOT Park Ryokan hotel comes kitted out with all kinds of intuitive amenities…
— CNN
Is Hawaii's Four Seasons Resort Lanai the Best Hotel in America?
The Four Seasons Lanai, a luxury resort on the little-visited Hawaiian island owned by billionaire Larry Ellison, was selected as 2018's best hotel in America in rankings released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report…
— LA Times
In Copenhagen, Hotel Rooms Worth Traveling For
A handful of the city’s best boutique hotels — some new, others long-established — have become design destinations in their own right. From a hotel in a former coal crane to rooms inspired by theater sets, see highlights from the most notable design-driven hotels in Copenhagen…
— New York Times
Other and Odd
Trouble in Paradise: Is it Safe to Visit the Maldives, the Idyllic Country with a Dark Side?
A state of emergency has been declared in the holiday paradise of the Maldives, giving security forces sweeping powers to arrest suspected opposition members, prohibit public gatherings and impose travel restrictions…
— Telegraph (London)
Set Jetting: How the Golden Age of TV Is Changing Tourism Around the World
In the last few years, “set-jetters” have flocked to visit the real-life locations of their favorite television shows. In its latest travel trends report, Trip Advisor found that 1 in 5 global travelers visited a location because they saw it on a T.V. show…
— Vogue
Today in History
Elizabeth II becomes Queen
On February 6th, 1952 Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was at the Treetops Hotel in Kenya…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Windstar Launches Onboard Cruise Consultant Program Starting with Star Legend This Month
Windstar Cruises will launch a new Onboard Cruise Consultant (OCC) program to help guests on cruise vacations plan future cruise experiences and drive recognition and benefits supporting travel professionals…
— Travel Research Online
Collette Announces Incredible Savings On Tours To Italy
Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce a week long flash sale on air-inclusive tours to Italy! Beginning today, February 5, 2018 through February 12, 2018, air inclusive tours start at just $1,598* per person…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Ask For The Business
- Professionals ask for the business. Amateurs do not.
- Professionals know they will often be refused. Amateurs avoid the possibility.
- Professionals move on. Amateurs move over.
The choice is yours. Are you a professional…or are you an amateur?
— Travel Research Online
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60-Second Geography
Gracious in Guilin with Stunning China
by Simone Hasskew
Tuesday February 06, 2018
If you have bee n pondering where to visit next, look no further than Guilin. With exquisite scenery and ancient history found throughout this Chinese city, you'll never want to leave. Thanks to Stunning China, the supplier sponsor of this article, you won't have to sacrifice anything to see Guilin.
— Travel Research Online
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Outposts
Sunbathing on the Nicoya Peninsula with Costa Rica Dream Adventures
by Simone Hasskew
Tuesday February 06, 2018
Located on the  Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is the Nicoya Peninsula. Known for its magnificent beaches, it is the perfect place for a rugged adventure or a lazy day lounging in the sun. The Nicoya Peninsula has quickly become a popular destination for travelers all over the globe, and thanks to Costa Rica Dream Adventure, the supplier sponsor of this article, you'll have the opportunity to see all of what these beautiful beaches have 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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Upcoming Training Opportunities
Travel Agency Transformation
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
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MEET THE NEW SCENIC ECLIPSE
Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST
The World’s First Discovery Yacht, the ultra-luxury mega yacht, Scenic Eclipse, will make her debut on August 31st in Athens, Greece. Inspired by the sleek contours of a sailing yacht and designed to easily glide through ocean currents, Scenic Eclipse will utilize state-of-the-art technology while featuring luxury suites, world-class dining, butler service and Spa Sanctuary that is over 5,000 square feet.
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