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Monday March 05, 2018

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Destinations

Most Visited National Parks, Monuments and More
The U.S. Department of the Interior has put together a list of the most popular public lands they…

Bye Bye Blighty: Why Travelling Millennials Are Snubbing the UK
Millennials are falling out of love with the UK. That’s according to recent statistics from VisitEngland, which show that 16–34 year olds took 1.4 million fewer holidays at home last year than they did a decade…

The Secrets Hiding in Warsaw, the Paris of the East
Despite its past hardships, Poland's capital city continues to rise from the ashes-and its once-famous elegance can still be found by those who look beyond the…

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Tours and Activities

The Local's Guide to Naples' Art Scene: 10 top tips
This exuberant city revered for its food, culture and history is now forging a reputation as one of Europe's most exciting hubs for contemporary…

Peak Bloom for DC's Famed Cherry Trees is Coming Early
Washington's cherished cherry tree blossoms signal the unofficial start of spring in the nation's capital, and it looks like it's coming a bit early this…

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Cruise

Cruise Lines Cancel Cozumel Mexico Shore Excursions After U.S. Embassy Security Alert
The cancellations -- so far made by Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises and Costa Cruises -- come in the wake of a security alert issued by the U.S. Embassy on March 1, due to the seizing of undetonated explosive devices on a ferry between Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.…

On a Disney Cruise, It's a Stressful World (After All)
Can a cruise skeptic enjoy four days on the high seas with his family, Mickey and a bunch of princesses?…

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Transportation

Chicago Politician Cracking Down on 'Fake' Support Animals at City's Airports
Long serving Alderman Edward Burke hopes to tighten the…

An Airfare Guru Tells You How to Get the Lowest Price
Getting a great fare is a game that many fliers play. It can be fun; it can be infuriating. And most of all, it can help you be frugal so you can stretch your vacation dollars. But beware that ultra-low fare. It may not be right for…

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Lodging

Women-Only Island Opening in Finland
SuperShe Island offers women a private, luxury escape off the coast of Finland. Sorry, men: You're not…

Baltimore's Sagamore Pendry Makes Travel Leisure List of Best New Hotels in World
Sagamore Pendry, backed by Under Armour founder Kevin Plank, made Travel Leisure's list of the best new hotels in the…

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Other and Odd

Puppet Master Pulls the Strings on Princess Cruises' New Stage Show
Princess Cruises has its third original stage production produced by Tony Award-winning Stephen Schwartz, "The Secret Silk" debuting on Royal Princess and directed by famed puppeteer John…

How to Travel With Children
Traveling with children can feel daunting when considering long packing lists, unpredictable schedules and cranky kids away from their routines. But there are tips and tricks to making travel fun and exciting for family members of all…

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Today in History

The Boston Massacre
Tensions were running high between the colonists and the British soldiers in Boston. King George, fearing war with France, had imposed a series of taxes on the Americans. The colonists, having no representation in London, resented the imposition of the taxes on their business activities and purchases. Boston, the intellectual and cultural center of the Americas, was also the center of the resistance against British tyranny and the George III sent troops to protect their…

Editorial Musings

We just lost one of the greats
by John Frenaye
Monday March 05, 2018

On February 26th, Jesse Upchurch the co-founder of Virtuoso passed away at 93.

As we look at the travel industry today, Upchurch’s fingerprints can be seen on nearly every aspect. He was a pioneer in luxury travel. He was the co-founder of USTOA. He was the chairman of the African Travel Association. Travel Weekly recognized him in 2008 with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Upchurch got his start in the industry with a yacht charter firm called Vagabond Cruises. He was one of the first to build a timeshare in Mexico. From there it was off to the orient and south Pacific in 1962 with his purchase of Percival Tours—destinations at the time that were certainly off the main stream map for travelers. Percival expanded into Africa and…

  — Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives

Persistence Pays Dividends

Although there may not be any “Do-Overs” or “Mulligans” in business these days, there is certainly time and rationale for “Try-Agains.” Let me explain.

I recently sent out a blast email promoting one of my books. In this case I was featuring my How To Capture More Profitable River Cruise Business. What better time to start planning for a brighter future than right…

  — Travel Research Online
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Publishers Corner

What is Your Unique Selling Point?
by Richard Earls
Sunday March 04, 2018

Your “Unique Selling Point“ or “USP” is something that makes your agency different from all other companies of its type. Is there something about your business so unique customers would rather do business with you based on that one quality alone? Is there a reason to do business with you rather than the agency down the street or online with Travelocity?  Can you easily articulate the reason? If so, you have located your USP and are on the way to better understanding how to build a smart marketing campaign based on that uniqueness. If you have not emphasized your USP in your marketing, then consumers are likely to pass you over for any number of similarly positioned travel agencies - you are just one of…

  — Travel Research Online
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Upcoming Training Opportunities


An introduction to Australis Expedition Cruises and Patagonia

An introduction to Australis Expedition Cruises and Patagonia

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT

Explore the “end of the world” during the first session webinar series. Navigating the Patagonian waterways for over 25 years, Australis offers passengers an exclusive look into remote areas of the region, that include visits to glaciers, sub-polar forests and a view of amazing marine and terrestrial wildlife.

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Destination: Argentina - Through Aerolineas Argentinas & Inprotur

Destination: Argentina - Through Aerolineas Argentinas & Inprotur

Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT

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Let your Clients fly Non-Stop to the ‘City of Lights’ on XL Airways

Let your Clients fly Non-Stop to the ‘City of Lights’ on XL Airways

Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST

Year after year, the magnetic ‘City of Lights’ draws travelers looking to cross the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame off their bucket lists. Paris is one the ‘World’s Best Places to Visit’, and there has never been a better time to enjoy the ‘City of Lights’. XL Airways, the French full-service carrier, offers budget friendly fares on non-stop flights to Paris CDG out of four US gateways: JFK, LAX, SFO, and MIA.

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Introducing the newest and finest boutique hotel at sea

Introducing the newest and finest boutique hotel at sea

Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST

Join Marilyn Conroy, Executive VP of David Morris International, exclusive sales and marketing representatives for Saga Cruises, and discover an exciting new era of “boutique” cruising launching July, 2019.

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