Destinations
36 Hours in Victoria, British Columbia
This compact, eminently walkable city, set amid the breathtaking beauty and bounty of Vancouver Island, is lauded as one of the world’s top small urban destinations. Beyond the picture-perfect downtown waterfront, British Columbia’s capital is an exhilarating blend of cultures, from Canadian and First Nations to Chinese and European (especially British).…
— New York Times
The World's Only Floating National Park
Out on Loktak Lake in India’s north-eastern state of Manipur, the 21st Century recedes. Lone fishermen balance in canoes, casting nets by hand. As the sun sets, the silence is only disturbed by the occasional splash of an oar against the still water as the fishermen work to conceal bamboo fish traps, their design unchanged in…
— BBC Travel
Tours and Activities
The World's 10 Most Beautiful Waterfalls
In some senses, a waterfall is the planet at its most rudimentary. Even the grandest of cascades is, after all, a simple case of physics. And, yet, to reduce these roaring "landmarks" to examples of cause and effect is to ignore their…
— Telegraph (London)
Where to Go Before and After Your Visit to The Met Cloisters
Escaping the chaos of Manhattan isn’t easy. Sure, you might be able to steal a peaceful few minutes in a tucked away coffee shop or while exploring Central Park at an off-peak hour, but for a more extended moment of clarity and fresh air, a trip to The Met Cloisters is in…
— Vogue
Cruise
You Haven’t Cruised Until You’ve Been Here
Western Australia’s remote Kimberley region has been captivating cruise visitors for years — but now the “next big thing” in Aussie cruising looks to be taking off. Expedition cruise operator Ahoy Buccaneers is making its first foray outside its base in the Kimberley to visit the Torres Strait, with its first cruise departing in…
— Escape
Seabourn Cruise Line Promotion Brings Free Upgrades, More
Luxury line Seabourn is out with a promotion that brings free upgrades and other perks with new bookings. Called the Extraordinary Opportunity Event, the offer gives customers who book select sailings in 2018 and…
— USA Today
Transportation
World's Best Destination for Train Lovers? Switzerland
If you want trains specifically designed for sightseeing — that offer longer routes rather than brief excursions — head for Switzerland. Although many ordinary Swiss trains travel through some of the world’s most scenic areas, the Swiss operate four routes that not only run through top scenic areas but also feature panoramic cars specifically designed for maximum…
— USA Today
Why Flights to Hawaii Are So Cheap Right Now
For starters, there are a number of major players in Hawaii's airspace, and no one is backing down. In fact, nearly every major domestic player has introduced new routes or increased service in the last 16 months. Last June, United upgraded 11 seasonal service routes—like those between Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, and San Francisco to Hawaii—to be…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Lodging
Hotel or Commune? New Wave of Lodging is Aimed at Digital Nomads Who Want More Than Wi-Fi
The relatively low price, however, doesn’t seem to be what attracts most “roamers” or “roamies.” They’re drawn by the social glue, the idea of living among a group of suddenly friendly strangers. The concept has spawned a wave of this type of alternative community lodging with…
— Chicago Tribune
This Might Be Mexico's Coolest New Hotel
Having opened in May 2017, Hotel San Cristobal is the latest offering from hip Texan hotelier, Bunkhouse – the brains behind two thriving Texan boutique hotels: El Cosmico in Marfa and Hotel Saint Cecilia in Austin.…
— The Independent
Other and Odd
This Might Be the Best Place in the World for Catspotting
There are two types of people who go on holiday. Those who go straight for the local cats, and the misguided few who don’t. And while Istanbul, Rome and places further afield jostle for status as “travel cat” heaven, laidback Essaouira is quietly making things happen organically. A charming coastal town, with none of the chaos that you’ll find in busier Moroccan…
— The Independent
5 Food Stops With a Side of Civil Rights History
Never was the complex relationship between food and civil rights more evident than during the 1960 lunch counter sit-ins. Students from North Carolina to Tennessee sat stoically in protest against segregated diners, often enduring spitting, racist abuse and physical violence in…
— CNN
Trump Slump? International Arrivals Data May Be Wrong
That “Trump slump” we’ve been hearing about in travel may not be as bad it seems. The U.S. Department of Commerce says government statistics showing a decrease in international arrivals to the United States may be wrong. Publication of the data has been suspended until it can be…
— The Washington Post
Today in History
The Civil War Begins
The first shots of the civil war were fired on this day in 1861. Confederate batteries opened fire on the fort, located in Charleston harbor, South Carolina, for 34 straight hours. On April 13, Union forces surrendered the fort. The Civil War had begun and would last another four…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
I Bet You Have Heard Of Justin Bieber
 I open up my windows, take off my blinders, and take my business lessons from wherever (and whomever) I can get them from. I have no shame and apparently no restrictions. I am an equal opportunity lesson-snatcher. I consider today’s message nothing short of brilliant.
I bet most of my readers have never bought a record or CD from Justin…
— Travel Research Online
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Luxury Travel Tips
Be a Better Choice
by Dan Chappelle
Thursday April 12, 2018
I just retu rned from the Travel Agent Forum in Las Vegas. If you haven’t been, it is a great show to learn and network. I moderated a couple of panels and afterwards several agents were asking me about the “legitimacy” of several organizations in the host agency arena. I thought this is a great time to revisit a column I wrote last year on the subject.
Last week, an interesting post on one of the newer travel agent Facebook groups caught my attention.
A person made a very public declaration that she was leaving the group because she only wanted to associate and share ideas with what she considered to be “real and legitimate” travel…
— Travel Research Online
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Departures
Classic Cartagena, Colombia with Marnella Tours
 Starting as the first Spanish colony in South America, Cartegena is now a romantic and picturesque city full of life. It is known for its historic old town and colonial architecture, which sets it apart from the rest of Colombia. Today, Marnella Tours wants you to know all about this fantastic place.
— Travel Research Online
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Spotlight
Serenity and Class with Saga Cruises
by Joseph DeLoach
Thursday April 12, 2018
With a new ship on the horizon, Saga Cruises is sailing into 2018 with class and style. For 65 years they have provided cruisers over 50 with an enjoyable experience to remember. It is a quintessentially British cruise line, with afternoon tea provided free of charge. Though, this doesn’t mean that others from around the world will not enjoy their serene routes.
— 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
Explore the “uttermost end of the earth” with Australis Expedition Cruises
Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at 12 pm EDT/9 am PDT
Australis takes you on an amazing journey to the “uttermost end of the earth” on modern expedition cruise ships that ply the untamed wonderland at the bottom end of South America. During 25 years of sailing and travel to Patagonia, we've had the privilege to introduce more than 100,000 travelers to the glaciers, fjords, sub-polar forests and amazing marine and terrestrial wildlife of Patagonia.
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ShoreTrips 101: And Introduction to the World's Best Shore Excursions
Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
ShoreTrips 101: An introduction to ShoreTrips and why we have the world's best shore excursions. Learn about the history of the company, and why you want to choose ShoreTrips for your clients. We'll go through FAQs, our ports and destinations, and learn how to use ShoreTrips.com and all our helpful tools.
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Small Group Touring through Europe
Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
London based Back-Roads Touring Co, the experts in Small Group Touring, is pleased to join Travel Research Online for an informative webinar all about their unique style of touring. From just 15-18 passengers per tour, boutique accommodations, authentic local experiences, knowledgeable tour guides, leisurely paced itineraries, and so much more, these tours will soon be on the forefront of every clients mind. With tours through the UK and Europe, and their most recent additions through Asia, Back-Roads Touring Co offers a unique touring option for your travelers. Join us as we uncover the key selling features, and learn more about the Roads Less Traveled with Back-Roads Touring Co.
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