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Destinations
The City With the Most UNESCO Heritage Sites
Cordoba can get overlooked by tourists to Spain. But with more UNESCO Heritage Sites than any place in the world as of 2018, that should change. Here's what to see before the crowds catch…
— CNN
28 Places Our Travel Specialists Say You Should Go in 2019
From Portugal's Douro river to remote Siberia, here's where our top travel specialists are telling people to visit in the coming…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Tours and Activities
Women-only Tours Are on the Increase in the Middle East
It seems like this is the year of the solo women traveller — with more women than ever deciding to head out on the road for transformative life experiences, without having to deal with spouses, lovers or BFFs in…
— Lonely Planet
Tokyo Travel Guide Part 1: So, When is the Best Time to Visit?
More than any other question, my friends never fail to ask me this when planning to visit the Land of the Rising Sun. And if it’s their first time to Japan, Tokyo is inevitably their first destination. My first piece of advice, before even considering the month or the…
— Malay Mail
Cruise
Small Ship Cruises to Explore the British Isles and Beyond
On her maiden voyage in March 2018, Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas became the largest passenger ship ever built, carrying nearly 9,000 people (passengers, plus crew) and offering more than 40 restaurants and bars. …
— Telegraph (London)
Giant Ships, New Destinations: The Biggest Cruise Stories of 2018
From the unveiling of the biggest passenger ship ever to the completion of one of the most ambitious ship overhauls ever, it was another year of milestones in the cruise world. Perhaps the biggest cruise story of the year was the debut of Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the…
— USA Today
Transportation
World's First Christian Airline to Cater to Missionaries, Charge No Luggage Fee
Christians traveling around the world and locally for mission trips and religious tours may soon be able to kiss lost luggage and baggage fees goodbye as Judah 1, an aviation ministry out of Texas is set to become the world’s first Christian…
— Christian Post
American Airlines Launches New Onboard Catering
If you are looking for a way to up your airline food game, check out American Airlines’ new onboard catering options on your next domestic flight. As of December 1st, American Airlines has partnered with Zoës Kitchen to offer all…
— Forbes
Lodging
A Hilton Hotel Will Give 28 Homeless People Free Rooms and Christmas Dinner After Another Hotel Canceled their booking
The DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in the English town of Hull has offered to house 28 homeless people on December 24 and 25 for free, with breakfast and Christmas dinner provided, after another hotel abruptly dropped a booking for them over the…
— Business Insider
The Five Surprising Places Where Airbnb Is Not Wanted
Airbnb isn't exactly making a lot of friends at the moment. The short-term rental platform is doing battle with the governments of cities around the globe. Headlines were made this month when officials in Los Angeles finally cracked down on short-term…
— Get.com
Other and Odd
The Most Effective Ways to Complain to Airlines – and How to Keep Your Cool
Complaining to an airline may be necessary if your flight has been delayed or cancelled. Michelle Couch-Friedman is a consumer advocate and has good advise on who to contact in an organisation to get your claim heard - and how to stay…
— The Sun
Popeyes Is Selling 'Emotional Support Chickens' to Relieve Holiday Travel Stress
These emotional support animals won’t ruffle any feathers. Popeyes announced on Tuesday that they are launching “Emotional Support Chickens” to help offset some of the stress that comes with traveling during the holidays—but it’s not exactly what you…
— People Magazine
Today in History
The President Takes A Wife
President Woodrow Wilson was the last President of the United States to become a widower while in office when his wife died of Bright's Disease. A few months later, his sister introduced him to Edith Bolling-Galt from Wytheville, Virginia.…
— Travel Research Online
60-Second Geography
The Eternal Beauty of Petra
by Joseph DeLoach
Tuesday November 27, 2018
Out in the wide expanse of Jordan’s terrain is a city that was once lost to time. A city cut from the stone face of a deep and winding valley, Petra is a magnificent example of human ingenuity. Journeying through the rose-colored rock that surrounds and comprises the ancient city is a walk through the history of humankind. Considered to be one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and a UNESCO World heritage Site since 1985, Petra is for the adventurous that wish to have life-long memories of another world. Thanks to G Adventures, we’ll learn all about it in today’s 60-Second…
— Travel Research Online
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Outposts
The Paths of Limburg in Belgium
by Joseph DeLoach
Tuesday November 27, 2018
The Limburg reg ion is a peaceful area that spans across the borders of Germany, Netherlands, and Belgium. It is a place of calm and peaceful atmosphere, stone bridges that lead into historic cities, and rolling greens surrounding old villages. The Limburg region of Flanders has the some of the most scenic and safe rides in the world, whether it be for leisure or sport cycling.
The cycling routes around Limburg run almost 2,000 km, or 1,243 miles, of safe and well-marked paths. The traveler has many choices when planning to do any of the various routes that make up the journey. They can bring their own bike, pedaling the miles away in comfort. They can rent a well-maintained…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
Little Things Are Big Things: Part Two
 As promised, I am back with a few more reminders on how to put a little meaning back in your life. If you remember, I referenced the Broadway Play, Stop The World I Want To Get Off, in my last missive. Today, I am strongly recommending a different mindset. “Stop The World, I Want To Get On And Play A More Active Role.”
I will try to keep today’s messages to around 350…
— Travel Research Online
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Independent Consultant
What to Do If a Host Agency Defaults on Commission Payments
by Mary Stein
Tuesday December 18, 2018
I’m doing som ething a little unusual for this TRO installment! In order to maintain privacy, I’m answering a question without providing the specific exchange. Over the past two weeks, several travel advisors reached out to me to let me know that their host are not paying their commissions (sometimes to the tune of tens of thousands of dollars).
When I hear of agents getting shortchanged by hosts, it leaves me with a terrible sinking feeling. Especially during the holiday season...as if travel advisors need more stress this time of year! But, not all hope is lost. If you’re host isn’t forking over your hard-earned commissions (and you’ve already ruled out supplier error or a bookkeeping error) here are a few steps you can…
— Travel Research Online
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