Destinations
Why Brooklyn is New York's coolest borough
Brooklyn has changed infinitely over the last 10 years, but it continues to entice New York tourists over the water. Sure, it may have lost a little of the edge it had in years gone by, but beyond the gentrification and trickle of big name businesses there's still an exciting, varied and energetic…
— The Independent
The Secret to Cheap(ish) Sardinia
Picture the Aga Khan, anchored between Corsica and Sardinia in his luxury yacht.
He stands on deck, beguiled by the emerald waters that would give the Costa Smeralda its name and thinks: “Here is where I will build my resort.”
Thusly; tourism to Sardinia was…
— Telegraph (London)
Tours and Activities
Matsushima: All-you-can-eat Oysters and Japan's Most Scenic Views
Matsushima Bay, one of Japan's fabled three most scenic places, is made up of 260 islands. And the area also has some of its finest oysters,…
— CNN
35 European Landmarks You Need to Visit
Europe, with its centuries of rulers, wars, artwork, and more, as well as the wealth and opulence that came with colonial power, has more than its fair share of landmarks that are recognized not just in their native nations but around the world, and we've created a list of the ones you need to make sure you…
— The Baltimore Sun
Cruise
Now Onboard: Marvel Heroes, Stargazing and Lots of Water Slides
Cruise lines are offering attractions and activities for everyone, from grandparents to teenagers to parents looking for child…
— New York Times
Pacific Eden leaves P&O Australia Before New Mega-ship Joins Fleet
The 1260-passenger Pacific Eden has been sold to a new owner and will leave the…
— Escape
Transportation
Japanese Volcano Spews Ash Thousands of Feet Into Sky, Grounding Flights Nearby
It was Mount Shinmoedake's most violent eruption since…
— Nola.com
Allegiant Expands to Nashville as Part of 13-route Expansion
The company also revealed two new cross-country routes that will add non-stop service between Denver and Asheville, N.C., and between Oakland and…
— USA Today
Lodging
10 of the Best Places to Stay in Marrakech
These riads, hostels and hotels not only offer roof-terrace views of the medina and calm courtyards to escape the heat, they are also excellent value given…
— The Guardian
This Military Base in Monterey County Hosts Overnight Guests
The U.S. Army base in southern Monterey County sits on nearly 170,000 acres of mountains, valleys and meadows with its main entrance about 25 miles west of Highway 101 near King…
— San Francisco Chronicle
Other and Odd
Take A Virtual Disney Vacation With Stunning New Google Street View Maps
Visit Disneyland and Disney World on the same day without leaving…
— The Huffington Post
Say Goodbye to Your In-Flight Movie Screen
As more passengers bring their phones, tablets, and laptops on flights, airlines are phasing out seat back monitors. It's a move causing turbulence among some travelers. …
— The Boston Globe
Today in History
Golda Meir Becomes Israel's Prime Minister
At a time in our history when women are closer to the United States presidency than ever before, it is worthwhile noting great female heads of state from the past. On March 7, 1969, Golda Meir became the Prime Minister of Israel. She was the country's first woman prime minister. David Ben-Gurion called her "the only man in the…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Collette Launches Corporate Social Responsibility Platform
March 1, 2018, Pawtucket RI: Collette, global tour operator, has launched its first formal Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform with a focus on four key pillars: people, community, product and environment. With social responsibility already a company value and a strong philanthropic record that includes a robust volunteer program and a global hunger initiative, the company is dedicated to developing a more holistic approach to responsibility that goes beyond philanthropy and corporate…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
Patagonia’s “Big Five” Wildlife List
by Jane Behrend
Wednesday February 21, 2018
Anyone who has  been on a safari in Africa knows about the "Big Five" of African wildlife (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, and elephant). But Patagonia has its own Big Five: the puma, guanaco, huemul, Andrean condor, and ñandú. All of them roam the wilds of Torres del Paine National Park, calling it home along with over 20 other mammal species and more than 100 types of bird.
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
Big Mistake: Failure To Make Eye Contact
 I become mildly embarrassed when I hear myself reminding people of things they should already know, but don’t. Or perhaps they just forget. So I do remind them. And, I continue to get mildly embarrassed.
Today’s reminder comes via a Sun Sentinel Sunday Morning news article titled, “New Rules to Aid Struggling Home Owners.” My message has little to do with homeowners, and everything to do about the professional sales…
— 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
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.
Register Now ➠
Destination: Argentina - Through Aerolineas Argentinas & Inprotur
Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
There are many reasons why you should sell Argentina with Aerolineas Argentinas.
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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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