Destinations
On the Costa Rican Coast, Finding Fun by Escaping Exclusivity
Peninsula Papagayo is where the ultrarich go to avoid having to interact with the regular rich. But our 52 Places columnist finds a way to get away from the traps of…
— New York Times
A Local's Guide to Perth, Western Australia
As Qantas launches London-Perth, the first non-stop flights between the UK and Australia, Anna Reece of the Perth Festival picks her favourite cultural venues, restaurants, bars and beaches in the city…
— The Guardian
Tours and Activities
Cabin Crew Secrets: Bali’s Best Day Spas
No one does day spas like the Balinese — and indulging yourself in a massage, facial or body scrub on the holiday island has now gone next…
— Escape
The World's Most Unique Places to Eat Chocolate
While Switzerland may be renowned as the global frontrunner in quality produce, the world is awash with excellent and often unusual factories, producers and shops.…
— The Independent
Cruise
Inside the Swanky Suites of Symphony of the Seas, World's Largest Cruise Ship
ABOARD SYMPHONY OF THE SEAS — Want to see how the other half lives when sailing the world's oceans? Scroll through the carousel above, which offers the first look at the mega-suites on Royal Caribbean's new Symphony of the Seas — the largest cruise ship ever built.…
— USA Today
European River Cruises Get Radical Makeover With Immersive Experiences
River cruising in Europe is redefining itself with itineraries that are “curated” to individual tastes, a new emphasis on active touring options (snowshoeing in the Black Forest, anyone?) and staff positions like “adventure…
— Chicago Tribune
Transportation
How Long Does It Take to Turn a Plane Around - And What's the Fastest Way to Board?
When it comes to an airport parking space, time is money. So how long does it take to turn a plane around from when it lands to when it takes off…
— Telegraph (London)
The World's Most Luxurious Airport
Standard advice says it's best to get to the airport two hours ahead of departure time. Anyone flying via Qatar's Hamad International might want to double or even triple…
— CNN
Lodging
Margaritaville Resort Orlando Making Room for Big-Group Renters
Margaritaville is getting a skyline. A high-roofed hotel for Margaritaville Resort Orlando is taking shape in Osceola County. The 187-room establishment will operate near the center of the 320-acre resort that also will feature rental homes, time-share units, apartments, restaurant-retail space and a water…
— Sun Sentinel
This Lush Mountain Retreat in Ecuador's Cloud Forest is Only An Hour Outside Quito
Yunguilla is more than a reserve in a celestial setting. Over the past 21 years, it has become a carefully organized example of community-based tourism and entrepreneurship as residents such as Deysi have collectively poured their energy into sustainable projects that generate revenue for…
— The Washington Post
Other and Odd
Inside Cocoa Mountain, the UK's Most Unusual Chocolaterie
One of the joys of travel is encountering the unexpected; drinking red wine with a Transylvanian count who loves bats, say, or realising you’re swimming next to the president of…
— The Independent
Instead of Filing a Lost Luggage Claim, British Airways Told Him to Call the Police
After British Airways loses Dhawan Anil’s bag, it claims it’s not responsible and that he should call the police. What’s wrong with this…
— Seattle Times
Today in History
Great Alaska Earthquake
On March 27th, 1964, it was life as usual in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. At 5:36:14 p.m. local time, the ground shook violently. Reaching a magnitude of 9.2, the ensuing earthquake remains one of the most devastating on record. The earthquake and ensuing tsunami took 128 lives (tsunami 113, earthquake 15), and caused about $311 million in property…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Experience Authentic Lobsterbakes and New England Summer Fun with American Cruise Lines
Guilford, CT— March 26, 2018—American Cruise Lines is sailing through New England this summer with the newest small cruise ship on the Eastern Seaboard, American Constitution. The Line’s renowned 11-day Grand New England itineraries will feature complimentary authentic New England-style…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
March 24th’s Student March On Washington
 There has never been room in my column for politics, religion, or the justification for an airline’s absurd cancellation policies. I tend to shy away from things I can’t change, and I have never been asked my personal opinion.
That being said, my respect for the so-called intelligent adults in our society is sinking faster than the SS Titanic after playing chicken with an iceberg. On the other hand, my opinion of our youth has risen since listening to the speeches this past weekend in Washington by the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High…
— Travel Research Online
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60-Second Geography
Beautiful Bangkok with Back-Roads Touring Co.
by Joseph DeLoach
Tuesday March 27, 2018
Bangkok, the ce nter of Thai culture and capital of Thailand, is a major metropolitan city that bustles with life at every turn. From ornate shrines to a vivid nightlife, Bangkok inspires wonder in the traveler. Thanks to Back-Roads Touring Co., you can learn a bit more about this wondrous city.
— 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
NEW ZEALAND 101 WITH GOWAY AND TOURISM NEW ZEALAND
Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
What would be the major reasons to visit New Zealand? This makes for a long list. One has to say that one reason is nature at her best offering breathtaking landscapes of stunning and diverse natural beauty which include majestic and dramatic fjords, spectacular glaciers, rugged mountains, vast plains and farmland, long coastlines, wonderful sandy beaches and active geothermal regions plus so much more. The country also has history, culture and, not least, winelands producing excellent wines.
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South Africa: A World in One Country
Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Learn about South African Airways, the largest airline in Southern Africa. SAA offers convenient connections from more than 100 cities in North America and daily non-stops from New York JFK and daily direct service from Washington Dulles with connections to over 75 destinations on the continent.
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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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