Destinations
Chattanooga Is Changing. But Its Charms Remain
Despite some transformative growing pains, the city may well be one of the most pleasant and livable ones in the United States…
— New York Times
11 Amazing Places to Visit in the Czech Republic
Covering an area of just 78,866 square kilometers, it boasts an impressive 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites. Fascinating, affordable and filled with beautiful sights, the Czech Republic is a magnificent destination where history comes to life…
— CNN
A Visit to the Nordic Islands Where Polar Bears Outnumber People
For travelers who are attracted to the ends of the earth, the Norwegian islands of Svalbard have a certain allure. The area is home to the northernmost towns in the world and more polar bears than people…
— Vogue
Tours and Activities
The Best 10 Things to Do in Singapore
There’s a lot to do in Singapore, where an eclectic mix of cultures seem to coexist harmoniously; and with Norwegian Air’s new direct flights from London, the city is more accessible than ever. Here are 10 things to try while you’re there…
— The Independent
New Exhibit Examines Native American Imagery in US Culture
The words in an online promotion for a new museum exhibit in Washington, D.C., describe an 1830 U.S. law that forced thousands of American Indians from their lands in the South to areas west of the Mississippi River…
— Vancouver Sun
Jackson Hole’s First Winter Food Festival Gathers Renowned Guest Chefs and Local Culinary Talent
After an inaugural summer festival featuring notable chefs, the Jackson Hole Food & Wine’s directors made the decision to launch a winter component, simply named Winter Fest, taking place March 8-10 in Teton Village…
— Vogue
Cruise
Viking Joins Miami's Fleet of Ocean-Going Cruise Ships
Viking launched its first oceangoing ship in 2015 and now has four ships in that fleet, with more in the works. It added Miami-based cruises in November…
— Chicago Tribune
Norwegian Cruise Line Adds More Voyages to Cuba
Norwegian Cruise Line is touting new seven-night Caribbean cruises that include a call in Havana, Cuba — a first for the line…
— USA Today
Transportation
Air Italy: Sardinia's Meridiana Aims to Become Italy's New National Airline
The new Air Italy, which is part-owned by Qatar Airways, aims to replace Alitalia, the bankrupt flag carrier that is in the process of being auctioned off in parts to other European airlines…
— The Local Italy
New York's Stewart International Airport Gets OK for Expansion, Name Change
The Stewart International Airport, a secondary airport about 70 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, will soon undergo a transformation…
— USA Today
Lodging
Hotel Offering Discounts for People who Stay Off Their Phones
They want families to swap screen time for face time. Later this month, the hotel will launch a program that gives traveling families a discount in exchange for locking away their phones…
— Fox Travel News
Would you Sleep in a Glass Pod Hanging Off a Peruvian Cliff?
Imagine staying off the side of a cliff in Peru's Sacred Valley. Now you can know what that's like at Skylodge Adventure Suites…
— CNN
Denali National Park Welcomes its First, and Last, Luxury Hotel
One of the most luxurious lodges in Alaska, and one of the most remote anywhere, has just opened on a rocky glacier outcropping, or nunatak, smack in the middle of Denali National Park…
— Chicago Tribune
Other and Odd
The Travel Trend to Avoid Before you Die – How the ‘Bucket List’ is Ruining the World
The birth of the bucket list has correlated with a sharp increase in the number of foreign visitors at some of the world’s most fragile historic destinations, like Machu Picchu and Venice, that weren’t built to withstand thousands of footsteps every day…
— Telegraph (London)
9 Signs You Need a Vacation
If you're racking your brain trying to think of the last time you went on vacation, you're long overdue for some time off…
— Travel + Leisure
Today in History
A Volcano is Born
On February 20, 1943 Dionisio Pulido, a farmer in the Mexican state of of Michoacán, was working in his corn field along with his wife and son…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Little Things Count
 Little things make a huge difference in the way we are perceived among strangers. Here is an example of proof as it pertains to my public speaking business.
I direct a question to a woman in the audience. I ask the women if she would recognize and appreciate the courtesy of a man opening a car door for the woman. A resounding “YES” comes back from the group. Women from all audiences appreciate this courtesy although they are fully capable of opening their own…
— Travel Research Online
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60-Second Geography
Rustic Queenstown with Goway Travel
by Simone Hasskew
Tuesday February 20, 2018
Queenst own, New Zealand is more than being the resort town it is known as. With beautiful waterfalls and mountains, it is the epitome of serene. Thanks to Goway Travel, the supplier sponsor of this article, your Queenstown travel dreams can become reality.
— Travel Research Online
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Outposts
Oberammergau: Explore Germany's Gem with Collette
by Simone Hasskew
Tuesday February 20, 2018
Oberamm ergau may be a foreign destination to you, but this sleepy town is known around the world for its tradition of passion plays and woodworking. Thanks to Collette, the supplier sponsor of this article, you will no longer be in the dark about the many history of the arts in Oberammergau.
Oberammergau, also known by the name Upper Ammer Vale, is a small down in the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen of Bavaria, Germany. The village is known most commonly for its long running tradition of woodcarving and its 380 year tradition of Passion Plays, but it does have much more than just those activities to entice travelers and visitors alike. There is much to see in and around the town of Oberammergau. Ettal Abbey is one…
— Travel Research Online
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Independent Consultant
The Risks of Setting up Your Agency as an OTA
by Mary Stein
Tuesday February 20, 2018
For  this week's Independent Consultant, Mary offers insight to a reader inquiring about building their own travel site.
Hello, my name is Devon and I would just like to start by saying that I love your website. It has the most comprehensive articles to answer almost all of my questions regarding the travel industry! I have spent hours reading your various articles and already feel like I am way more knowledgeable about the travel industry than I ever would have been by simply scouring Google.
I am an avid traveler myself and have traveled all over the world but only recently considered it as an actual potential career. Most of my knowledge of the travel industry has mostly just come from the perspective of a traveler and…
— 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
Bringing Australia & New Zealand to Life – Learn the AAT Kings Difference
Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
At AAT Kings we strive to represent the very best that Australia and New Zealand have to offer so join us to learn the AAT Kings difference! Since 1912 we have been helping people from all over the world discover and explore Australia and New Zealand from top to bottom. We offer a broad range travel styles including Small Groups, Guided Tours, Short Breaks and Day Tours.
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