Destinations
36 Hours in Johannesburg
Beneath the grit of South Africa's biggest city, there's a kinetic urban energy that can be savored in its street art, restaurants, music clubs and markets…
— New York Times
8 Of The Best Spring Break Party Destinations
If you're looking to get the classic (read: raucous) spring break fix, here are the top 10 spring break destinations for partying…
— ABC News
The Five Best Destinations for a Family Holiday in March
This is the time to sneak in a final ski trip, fast-track your exposure to light by heading long-haul in search of winter sun, or take advantage of a long Easter break from school to soak up some culture at home or around Europe, as a family…
— Telegraph (London)
Tours and Activities
In Philadelphia, the Ultimate Eagles Celebration Awaits
For fans headed to Philadelphia to savor the Eagles' Super Bowl victory, we have a guide to help you get around the city…
— New York Times
Kennedy Space Center: Walk (virtually) on Mars
ATX’s training areas put groups of up to 24 through their paces as they replicate future astronaut training through the Land-and-Drive-on-Mars full-motion simulator, Launch Mission and Spacewalk Training, using zero-gravity chairs in a microgravity simulator…
— USA Today
14 Spectacular Places to Banish the Winter Blues
From Dutch blooms and tours of New England to natural wonders at home, here are 14 ways to spring into action…
— Telegraph (London)
Cruise
New Holland America ship Nieuw Statendam to Spend First Summer in Europe
The soon-to-debut, 2,666-passenger Nieuw Statendam will sail to the Norwegian Fjords, the Baltic and Iceland…
— USA Today
You Cruised Where? Far-Flung Destinations Lure the Cruising Crowd off the Beaten Port
If you’re considering a cruise vacation, it’s hard to resist the allure of the Caribbean. But beyond the usual Eastern and Western Caribbean routes lies a world of cruise ports that are way off the beaten path…
— The Boston Globe
Transportation
Pittsburgh Lands Non-Stop Route To Delta's Salt Lake City Hub
Salt Lake City is the latest airline route coming to the suddenly hot Pittsburgh International Airport. That service will begin July 9, when Delta Air Lines starts flying between Pittsburgh and its hub in Salt Lake City…
— USA Today
Jet with Hundreds of Passengers Aboard Plummets 30,000ft in Emergency Descent
Charter flight from Stansted to Poland's Rzeszow Airport carrying 262 passengers diverted to Amsterdam Schiphol in March last year after alarms activated…
— The Independent
Why You Should Always Wear Sunscreen on a Flight
Air passengers face exposure to more harmful rays and a greater risk of skin cancer than anyone on the ground, with those seated near the windows most at risk, health experts warn…
— Telegraph (London)
Lodging
This Paris Hotel is the Most Romantic in the World, According to TripAdvisor
The Maison Souquet, with its luxurious interiors and romantic ambiance, clutched the top spot on TripAdvisor's ranking…
— CNBC
13 New Hotels Planned for Philly, Mapped!
From boutique hotels in Fishtown to sky-high hotels in Center City, these are the major hotel projects in the works around Philly…
— philly.curbed.com
Where to Escape Winter: 9 New Beach Resorts Around the World
It’s good news that a slew of fabulous new beach resorts have recently opened or are counting the days until their grand unveiling. Here’s where to plan your next escape…
— Forbes
Other and Odd
How to Fit in Exercise While You Travel
Traveling, whether for business or pleasure, is no reason to leave your fitness goals behind. Here's how to get a good workout, on the go…
— New York Times
How To Avoid Losing It Over Lost Luggage
You have more rights than you might realize when your bags disappear, and there are long-term solutions to this irritating aspect of air travel…
— Vancouver Sun
Today in History
Mary Queen of Scots is Beheaded
For 19 years Mary Stuart lived in gentle confinement, the "guest" of Queen Elizabeth I. Mary Queen of Scots' impetuous nature and boldness kept her in trouble with her royal relations…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Elephants Don’t Bite
 Little things make or break deals.
In a “me-too” world, it is the fundamentals and strict adherence to details that will position you faster and more accurately than just about anything else.
Today’s clients are in the driver’s seat. They know it and have numerous options when buying goods or services. Your success will have everything to do with how you manage the relationship, and this involves “the…
— Travel Research Online
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Departures
Mountainous Beauty in Glacier National Park
by Simone Hasskew
Thursday February 08, 2018
 The United States is home to 59 National Parks, spanning all over the country. It can be hard to decide which to visit next but after learning about the wonderful things Glacier National Park has to offer, the choice will be an easy one. Thanks to Vacations By Rail, the supplier sponsor of this article, you won’t miss any of the beauty or history of Glacier National Park...
— Travel Research Online
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Luxury Travel Tips
Lets Go Fishing!
by Dan Chappelle
Thursday February 08, 2018
(This is th e second in a six-part series about how you can transform your travel agency into a money- making machine)
You will hear from just about everyone of any authority in the retail travel channel that you need to be marketing. The reason for your success or failure boils down to one thing – the effectiveness of your…
— 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
INTRODUCING THE BEST VALUE IN EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISING
Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST
David Morris International is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Amadeus River Cruises and are offering Amadeus River Cruises to retail travel agents in the United States effective immediately.
Register Now ➠
Travel Agency Transformation
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
If you answer “YES” to any of these questions, YOU need to attend!
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