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Destinations
A local’s guide to Ibiza: 10 top tips
The White Isle takes a break from partying in winter and spring but there is still plenty of fun to be had at its cool bars, restaurants and famous market. Es Cavallet – a kilometre of beautiful sand, dunes and wild rolling waves – is one of Ibiza’s official nudist beaches. It is home to the Chiringay bar, the high-end La Escollera restaurant and also one of my…
— The Guardian
Why You Should Visit Egypt This Year
The unveiling of the game-changing Grand Egyptian Museum has been delayed again. And yet the news from the ground is that, for the first time in eight years, there’s a wait list for Cairo hotels and boat trips along the Nile. After a tumultuous few years, Egypt, it seems, is back on the map. It had been hoped that the $1 billion sleek marble temple to the…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Tours and Activities
In the annual Sauna Marathon, more than 700 people compete to win their own hot tub. Evidence suggests the exposure to extreme temperatures is good for our hearts.
Surviving cold, harsh winter temperatures is a marathon, not a sprint. That's certainly true in Estonia, where every winter people from around the world gather for the annual European Sauna Marathon in Otepää. The goal is to make some of the coldest days of the year a little brighter. February is the coldest month of the year in the tiny Northern European country…
— Business Insider
Paranormal activity meets history on Florida ghost tours
Larry Lawson spent his career in law enforcement investigating crimes. In retirement, using those same skills, he’s seeking out evidence of paranormal activity through Indian River Hauntings historical ghost tours. “You’d be surprised by how many cops are paranormal investigators on the side,” Lawson told me. “This is truly an extension for a lot of us for what we do.” In…
— USA Today
13 of the world's most beautiful libraries
Whether you happen to be a bookworm or not, libraries are somewhat akin to churches; they inspire a curious sense of quiet wonder as son as you step inside. Certainly for photographer Reinhard Görner, who has spent nearly a decade travelling the world to capture the most spectacular examples - a collection that amounts to more than 50. Above all in its splendour…
— Telegraph (London)
Cruise
Valkyrie superyacht could be world's biggest
Just when you thought superyacht designs couldn't get any more extravagant, along comes one to blow the others clean out of the water. The Valkyrie Project envisages a spectacular, sleek vessel loaded with super-cool luxurious entertainment features that -- with a length of 229 meters (751 feet) -- would be the world's largest superyacht. And the best part?…
— CNN
Viking Ocean Cruises Takes Delivery of Sixth Ship
The sixth ship in Viking Ocean Cruises' fleet, Viking Jupiter, was officially delivered to the line today at the Fincantieri shipyard in Alcona, Italy. Like its nearly identical fleetmates, the 930-passenger ship will operate destination-intensive cruises and include several perks in its fare. Viking Jupiter will sail a mix of Mediterranean and Northern Europe itineraries during…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
Mayim Bialik rants against United Airlines crew for shutting boarding door 'in my face'
Mayim Bialik has a few words for United Airlines. And they aren't happy ones. "The Big Bang Theory" actress tweeted Sunday night that a flight attendant shut the boarding gate in her face. "To the @UnitedAirlines flight attendant who shut the boarding gate in my face," Bialik wrote. "I made my connecting flight in Houston. it was a tight squeeze but You said there were…
— USA Today
United Airlines Is Courting Business Travelers Aggressively
United Continental (NASDAQ:UAL) spent much of the past decade as the laughingstock of the airline industry. A series of customer-service gaffes and mediocre service led to erosion of its once-loyal customer base. Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) capitalized on the opportunity to poach some of United's most valuable customers, enabling it to consistently outperform…
— The Motley Fool
Lodging
Japan's most luxurious urban ryokan
With just over a year till Tokyo hosts the 2020 Summer Olympics, now's the time for travelers planning to take in the sporting action live to start thinking about their accommodation plans. Particularly those looking for a one-of-a-kind Japanese luxury experience. Leading the charge in this regard is Hoshinoya Tokyo, owned by hospitality brand Hoshino Resorts. It isn't…
— CNN
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
The Four Seasons in Langkawi is a secluded bolthole within a traditional Malay 'kampung' village setting. The property is spread over 48 acres of tropical gardens between lush thickets of emerald jungle, limestone rock formations and the talcum-white sands of a private beach that stretches as far as the eye can see. Located on the northern tip of Langkawi Island,…
— Telegraph (London)
Other and Odd
Taking a Trip With Your Girlfriends Is Good for Your Health, According to Science
Clear your schedule and pack your bags, because you’re going on a girls’ trip. If your boss balks or your family whines or your dog gives you sad little puppy eyes, tell them that you’re doing it for your health—and it won’t even be a lie. Science says an occasional minibreak with your friends is good for you. While we all love our families, it has been proven that friendship…
— Travel+Leisure
What Tituss Burgess Can't Travel Without
The actor and singer Tituss Burgess has appeared in many Broadway productions over his 14-year career, but he may be most famous as the scene-stealing Titus Andromedon in the television show “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” The final episodes of the show, for which Mr. Burgess has received four Emmy nominations, began streaming last month on Netflix. Because…
— New York Times
Valentine's Day Gift Guide: The Most Romantic Travel Gifts
Gifts for travelers tend to be practical, intended to make life easier for the ones we love. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be romantic, too. Here are some special gifts for the one who holds your heart, wherever they may travel. This stunning art towel would look right at home on your wall but makes a great conversation piece on the beach. Contemporary light artist…
— Forbes
Today in History
Thomas Edison is born
1,093 patents were issued to Thomas A. Edison during his lifetime, the last at age 83. He was born February 11, 1846 in Milan, Ohio. He was nothing short of practical, saying once that he never wasted time inventing things people did not want to buy. Almost deaf since childhood, he…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
2019 Resolutions: Improve Your Sales Skills
by John Frenaye
Monday February 11, 2019
Continuing on m y list of resolutions inspired by Travel Pulse, this week, it’s all about improving your sales skills. This should be an easy one! The first step to becoming a stellar travel sales person is you need to want it. Sales (in any industry) is not for the feint of heart. It is a tough job and many are not cut out for it. Thankfully, travel is not like car or insurance sales—they are a different animal. But how do you become better at selling travel?
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Mike Marchev has been writing for TRO for years and his advice is ALWAYS solid and spoken like a true New Jerseyan. It is succinct, hard-hitting, and makes you think. And as a bonus, his tips will be…
— Travel Research Online
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One-to-One Interviews
Ed Pettitt, General Manager, Blue-Roads Touring
 Born in Kent England, I grew up in a travel obsessed family. The son of a Tour Operator who set up the first private car and driver tours across the Indian Subcontinent, and living a short hop from France, the world always felt like a small place. Having traveled extensively in India, South East Asia, China and Japan, I moved to Beijing in 2008. It was my first experience living and working overseas, and it’s fair to say I caught the bug. Over the next 10 years I lived in London, Hanoi and Bangkok where I worked for a regional Destination Management Company developing and operationalizing products and experiences for Tour Operators and clients around the world.…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
Are People “Getting It” Any Better Today?
 This particular whack in the head came via Annapolis, Maryland, the home of the United States Naval Academy. Annapolis is one pretty town…especially on a bright, clear Saturday morning in late May. Weather-wise, my wife and I hit a homerun as we sauntered in and out of the cute little shops.
We eventually wandered into a Christmas Shop down near the docks and began browsing. We both overheard a woman with an accent (Russian) ask the young lady behind the counter if they could take a picture of this lovely “shop” as they had never seen anything quite so beautiful?
Between bites from a bagel with cream cheese, the young gal uttered with absolutely no eye contact whatsoever, “No. Store policy.” Of course being the guy who…
— Travel Research Online
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