Destinations
10 Beaches in Asia That Tourists Haven't Ruined Yet
South-east Asia has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world: golden sands, crystal-clear waters and lush green plant life mean it's no surprise this region attracts millions of tourists a year. But its popularity has come at a price, with overcrowding, coral damage, and waste becoming increasingly common problems for the regional…
— The Independent
A Ghost Island In the Middle of the Indian Ocean
Ross Island, an abandoned British settlement in the remote Andaman archipelago, is being taken over by its rightful owner:…
— BBC
Tours and Activities
For Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, a Royal Wedding. For the Rest of Us: Royal Tours
With the couple's nuptials on the horizon, travel brands are offering themed hotel packages and viewing parties.…
— New York Times
Disney's 'Star Wars' Land Takes Shape In New Video - And It's Huge
Aerial footage shows the massive scale of construction at…
— The Huffington Post
Cruise
Cruise excursions: How to Enjoy Them Safely on Spring Break
Cruise excursion activities like scuba, zip lining and parasailing have potential hidden dangers. Undercover, the Rossen team show you what to look…
— Today
Azamara Journey Sets Sail on First World Tour from Sydney to London
Boutique cruise ship Azamara Journey set sail this week on its first world tour, a 102-day trip from Sydney to London. Departing more than a fortnight before Qantas’ inaugural Perth-London flight, the cruise won’t arrive in London until June 17, months after the Dreamliner plane touches down at…
— Escape
Transportation
WestJet CEO Gregg Saretsky retires
CALGARY - WestJet Airlines…
— Vancouver Sun
Southwest's Louisiana One gives the State Bird New Wings
The airline on Wednesday (March 7) debuted a Boeing 737-700 dedicated to the Bayou…
— Nola.com
Lodging
World's First Energy-positive Hotel Planned for Arctic Circle
When approaching the Helgeland coastline, in northern Norway, you can't miss the Svartisen glacier spilling down the side of Almlifjellet mountain. Below, the gin-clear Holandsfjorden fjord -- an extension of the Norwegian Sea -- reflects the blue-toned mountain like a mirror.…
— CNN
At a Copenhagen Hotel, Scandinavian Style and Seasonal Seafood
The Nobis Hotel Copenhagen is visually stunning, with a marble lobby and airy guest…
— New York Times
Other and Odd
USA Issues Travel Warning for Mexican Resort Town
U.S. Embassy in Mexico prohibits government employees from traveling to Playa del…
— USA Today
Meet the couple who ran 6,500 miles across South America - dodging hurricane-force winds and the Venezuelan mafia
ur thermometer read 32F (0C). A blizzard tore at our faces. We could barely see the opposite bank of the metallic slick of water that rushed menacingly past us. Our only option was to…
— Telegraph (London)
Today in History
Barbie's Birthday
The American International Toy Fair in New York on March 9, 1959 debuted a new doll by the Mattel toy company. Named after the daughters of one of Mattel's co-founders, Barbie became an overnight sensation. Most dolls of the time were modeled after babies. Barbie, however, had a distinctively adult form and look - too much so for many during the doll's history. The first Barbie doll sold for…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
FLASH SALE: COLLETTE ANNOUNCES INCREDIBLE SAVINGS ON TOURS TO IRELAND
Pawtucket, Rhode Island (March 7, 2018) – Collette, global tour operator, is pleased to announce a St. Patrick’s Day Flash Sale on air-inclusive tours to Ireland! Beginning March 9, 2018 through March 18, 2018, air-inclusive tours start at just $1,598* per person. All rates include land, $99 round-trip airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges from eligible gateways. Agents must mention code IRELAND99.…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Turn Off That Computer!
 One of the most difficult lessons we learn as adults is that we are virtually all the same. We are just a bunch of older children.
Some are more gray than others, and some come with a few more regrets. Some have a few more letters after their name and some try to explain their police record (I’m just saying).
But if life unfolds as a sine wave (which I believe it does), and the back and forth motion of your piano’s pendulum sums up our existence, then perhaps it is time to give you the same advice you give to your children…“Why don’t you turn off that dang computer and go to the…
— Travel Research Online
Read the rest of this article »
|
Deck Plans
Silver Spirit To Go Under The Knife
This weekend, S ilversea Cruises’ Silver Spirit goes under the knife. I will be there to witness the event and to report it back to you.
At a shipyard in Palermo, on the sunny side of Sicily, Silver Spirit will be sliced in two, and a pre-built 49-foot-long midsection will be inserted to stretch the…
— Travel Research Online
Read the rest of this article »
|
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!
|
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 ➠
Getting to Know The SCENIC Group – Scenic Luxury Cruises
Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
The SCENIC Group is one of the World’s Leading Travel Companies. Since 1986, we’ve grown from a regional tour operator in Australia, to now taking guests to many of the world’s most fascinating destinations on all seven continents!
Register Now ➠
The Best of Calgary and Alberta with Canada à la Carte
Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
The province of Alberta offers travelers the perfect blend of outdoor adventures and indoor arts and culture, and the vibrant city of Calgary is ideally positioned for your clients to enjoy both—in the same day.
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.
Register Now ➠
Top 10 Bucket List Rail Vacations
Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 12 pm EDT/9 am PDT
Join Vacations By Rail’s Top 10 Bucket List Rail Vacations webinar and help your clients check off unmatched experiences from their list of dream vacations. Enjoy an overview of the iconic trains and colorful destinations that make each tour unique.
Register Now ➠
|
Cartoons
|
|
|
