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Destinations
How to Spend a Weekend in Vientiane
In many ways, Vientiane is the least Southeast Asian of all the Southeast Asian capitals. Laos’ first city stretches along the eastern bank of the Mekong where it forms the border with Thailand, a peaceful treasure trove of French bakeries and Buddhist stupas, wine cellars and night markets.…
— The Independent
Seattle Beyond the Space Needle: Pick an Itinerary and Explore This Summer
Whether you’ve lived your whole life in the area or are just visiting, this guide takes you beyond the downtown Seattle core and its well-known touristy hits and into the neighborhoods for some real local…
— Seattle Times
Tours and Activities
Want to See the Wild Side of Cuba? Try a Kayak
The indelible view from a trip on the country’s bays and lagoons: Turquoise green waters, red mangroves and vibrant flamingos. Moments like these are still rare for most Americans traveling to Cuba. Visitors coming from the United States are much more likely to be on the hunt for a polished-to-perfection pink ’56 Chevy cruising the streets of Havana than a flock of flamingos in an isolated…
— New York Times
The Perfect Islands Where Horses Play In the Surf
Mozambique's coastline stretches about 2,470 kilometers along the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, and most of its beaches remain in pristine condition without hordes of tourists or tacky boardwalks.
But even in a country blessed with immense natural beauty, the Bazaruto Archipelago, a group of six islands off the coast of Vilankulo, are a standout…
— CNN
Cruise
How to Pick the Right Cruise Cabin For You
Whether you’re a first-timer, an old hand cruise hound, or just a picky punter, the variety of cruise cabin categories and locations on-board can leave even the most experienced traveller scratching their head. But fear not, we’ve done the hard work for you – read on for expert top tips and tricks for selecting a stateroom that ticks your…
— Escape
Hawaii Volcano: Kilauea Eruption Disrupts Cruises to Big Island
The recently intensified eruption of the Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island has disrupted another Hawaiian Island cruise. Norwegian Cruise Line's Hawaii-based Pride of America on Tuesday skipped a call at the Big Island port of Hilo, which is just 43 miles from the now-mostly-closed national park that encompasses the volcano. The 2,186-passenger ship instead remained at sea.…
— USA Today
Transportation
As More Support Animals Try to Fly, American Airlines Says Leave the Goats at Home
Leave your service insect, hedgehog or goat at home. These are the animals now also restricted from flying as support animals aboard American Airlines flights per the airline's latest animal restrictions. The country's largest airline, which has a major hub in Miami, released its new policy Monday detailing stricter rules for flying with a furry emotional support companion. The changes will take effect July 1.…
— Miami Herald
Official: Lyft Drivers at Disney World Can Join Union
The drivers are summoned by a Lyft app. They are expected to entertain with storytelling as they whisk passengers around Walt Disney World in what are known as “Minnie Vans,” named after Minnie Mouse. And now these drivers can be represented by a…
— Vancouver Sun
Lodging
Summer's on Sale at Luxurious Caribbean Resorts
More often adored for cold weather lures rather than hot weather tours, a summer vacation in the Caribbean is easier on the wallet and a great way to audition an island before spending the big bucks for a winter vacation. There’s no shortage of beach chairs, the best seats in the house are waiting at top-notch restaurants and hotels are dishing up…
— USA Today
To Steal or Not to Steal? What You Can and Can’t Take From Hotel Rooms
Confronted with the array of potential freebies, a sudden attack of kleptomania can hit even those of us equipped with the most well adjusted of moral compasses. But where do you draw the line? What is theft, and what are hotel managers expecting you to pocket?
Read on for expert advice on what you can and can’t…
— Escape
Other and Odd
The Worst Mistakes Telegraph Travel Experts Have Made on Holiday
Experience permeates the very being of the Telegraph Travel team. Between us, we’ve seen the world twice over, taken all roads high and low and explored corners and cultures few could even name, before relaying the essence of our days in a manner designed to inspire and…
— Telegraph (London)
The Battle for Bruges: Rival Tour Guides Fight for Tourists' Cash
Tourists seeking a peaceful and historical city break have long been drawn to the beautiful cobbled streets of Bruges. But recent arrivals to the beautiful Belgian city may have had the tranquility shattered by incongruously ugly clashes between rival groups of tour guides battling for their…
— The Guardian
Today in History
The First Academy Awards
On Tuesday, May 16th, 1929, Hollywood celebrated the first Academy Awards ceremony at the Hotel Roosevelt in Hollywood. Actor Douglas Fairbanks and director William C. DeMille hosted the event. Unlike today's ceremony, the first winners of the awards had been announced three month's prior to the…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Travel Show Marketing Group Announces Strategic Partnership with Professional Travel Agents of North America
Travel Show Marketing Group(TSMG), producers of the highly acclaimed Travel Agent Forums, today announced a partnership with Professional Travel Agents of North America(PTANA). Jim Cloonan, President of TSMG, commented, "With like-minded goals of driving professional growth and education within the travel agency distribution channel, we recognized there are tremendous synergies between our organizations, making this partnership with PTANA a…
— Travel Research Online
Supplier Profile
Affordable Class with Cook Travel
 Cook Travel, a leader in discounted first class and business travel, has been in operation since 1974. For those 44 years they’ve offered a better, and more affordable, way to travel in style – regardless of whether it’s for business or pleasure. The fact that two-thirds of their clients are returning customers should let you know the dedication they have for offering the best prices.
The fares at Cook Travel can get you 10-60% savings…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
Many Think, Some Talk, Few Do
 These six words hit me last night in my sleep some time around 3 a.m. They woke me up, and I began to reflect on the truth of these three options.
We are always thinking to ourselves, about how things could be, might be, should be.
When we are alone, we even talk to ourselves about what we would do if we hit the lottery. "If…
— 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
Australia's Gold Coast - Where the Fun Never Ends!
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 12 pm EDT/9 am PDT
Ever wondered where Australian’s go on holidays to meet international travellers! Welcome to the famous Gold Coast, Australia’s endless playground of entertainment and adventure.
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Argentina and Beyond with Aerolineas Argentinas and Delta
Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
Join Aerolineas Argentinas and Delta for their informative webinar on Thursday, May 17.
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