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Destinations
48 hours in . . . Prague, an insider guide to the Golden City
Prague offers so much more than alluring architecture, abundant brews and an inherently romantic atmosphere. The city has kept up with European trends in the realms of art, fashion, gastronomy and more, lending it a contemporary sheen that merges comfortably with its historical and architectural prowess. Indeed, as you browse the wealth of impressive…
— Telegraph (London)
Escapes: You're stressed? Mérida, Mexico, can fix that
Where do you go when you want to turn life’s noise down a notch? Margo Pfeiff, a frequent and longtime contributor to the Travel section, found that Mérida, Mexico, was a respite from life’s cacophony. Safety was a priority for Pfeiff, who was traveling alone. She likes Yucatecan cuisine and, she said in an email, “I also know that an old colonial center could keep…
— LA Times
Tours and Activities
Was this the US' first film town?
A famous black-and-white image from the early days of film shows actress Pearl White looking coyly to her side while three men – one standing beside a movie camera, the others closer to the ground behind the actress – are setting up a scene on a precarious cliff above a distant body of water. The now-iconic still is from White’s 1918 film serial The House of Hate, a…
— BBC
China's street-dancing stilt walkers risk safety in exchange for thrills
When Liu Guoliang puts on his makeup and straps on his stilts, he's participating in a Chinese tradition that's been in existence for centuries, if not millennia. There are many different origin stories for stilt walking in China, and historical references dating as far back as 5 BCE. In northern Hebei province, the legend goes that hundreds of years ago a flash flood struck,…
— CNN
This New 4,000 Mile Trail Will Let People Bike From Coast to Coast on One Seamless Path
Grab your helmet and set out for the great outdoors. But instead of opting for a classic summer road trip, you’ll soon be able to try out something a little more challenging — like biking across the mainland United States. And soon it’s going to be easier than ever. According to Lonely Planet, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) has announced a cross-country, multi-use…
— Travel+Leisure
Cruise
Norwegian Cruise Line to Roll Out New Beverage Package, Modify Existing Package
Beginning in March 2019, cruisers booked on any Norwegian Cruise Line ship will be able to purchase a new beverage package catering to those who prefer top-shelf liquor and a wider selection of wine, beer, cocktails and soft drinks. The Premium Plus Beverage Package -- now available on select ships as part of a pilot program -- will cover all drinks by the…
— CruiseCritic.com
Why There are More Female Cruise Ship Captains Than Ever
Kate McCue was walking along a beach on the Caribbean island of St. Maarten last June when an attendant asked if she was heading back to one of the cruise ships docked there for the day. Wearing a pair of mirrored aviator sunglasses and a sundress over a swimsuit, McCue certainly looked the part of the relaxed vacationer. She replied, however, that she…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas revamp features longest water slide at sea
Move over Disney, Royal Caribbean is stealing your water slide thunder. At 800 feet long, a slide called The Blaster that is one of two new slides on Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas will become the longest water coaster in the industry. There aren’t that many cruise ship water coasters (a water slide roller coaster), but Disney Cruise Line has had the longest on both…
— Orlando Sentinel
Transportation
Here’s What Flight Attendants Want You to Know About Their Job
A flight attendant is there to make your flight safe and comfortable (emphasis on the safe). But there are a few things they wish every passenger knew to help them help you. First and foremost: flight attendants do not have a stash of medication in the galley for when passengers start to feel sick. While there is always a first aid kit on board, airline regulations stipulate…
— Travel+Leisure
Engine test cell: Welcome to the 'temple of thrust'
Delta Air Lines opened what's billed as the largest facility of its kind Thursday, adding a key layer to safe and reliable air travel.
The airline's new multimillion-dollar "engine test cell" building -- located at its Atlanta global headquarters -- centers around a gigantic testing room that helps technicians maintain the powerful machines that push airplanes through the air,…
— CNN
Lodging
Top beach resorts around Da Nang, Vietnam (photos)
Just a one-hour flight south of Hanoi, Da Nang offers easy access to the UNESCO-listed Hoi An Ancient Town, addictive banh mi and some of the best beaches in Vietnam. The InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort features 201 pavilion-like hotel rooms and villas scattered throughout the forested…
— CNN
Mollie’s Motel and Diner: Oxfordshire – hotel review
This bid to revive UK roadside stays – by the Soho House chain – offers a smart take on the classic US motel but with swish rooms and quality food. The words “motel and diner” conjure up many images – US highways, neon, palm trees, Edward Hopper, cherry pie and coffee refills – but rarely rural Oxfordshire. Yet here I am, turning off an A road near the pretty…
— The Guardian
Other and Odd
Five Essential Chic New Pieces Of Travel Clothing
I try to travel with hand luggage whenever possible so I'm always on the lookout for clothes that are both chic and practical; they don't wrinkle and are comfortable for travelling. If the objective is to pack light, a few key pieces for business and pleasure can make life a lot easier while travelling and at the destination. Here are five of my recent acquisitions, one of…
— Forbes
What Spring Breakers Need to Know About the U.S. Government's Mexico Travel Advisory
Following several deadly clashes in Cancun, Mexico, the United States government is warning college students around the country to take extra precautions while traveling this spring break. In November, the State Department issued a level 2 advisory for travel to the entire country of Mexico due to what it called an “increase in crime.” “Exercise increased caution…
— Travel+Leisure
Today in History
The United States Purchases Florida
Spain was losing its grip on its New World territories. Years of war and tension with England and France had left the Spanish empire without the means to firmly control its colonies. General Andrew Jackson, while fighting the First Seminole Wars against Native Americans in Georgia,…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Voyage Report Nieuw Statendam, Half Moon Cay
Last week, I wr ote about my day at sea aboard Nieuw Statendam. This voyage report marks the fourth and final chapter of my time aboard.
Our last port of call before reaching Ft. Lauderdale was Half Moon Cay, a private island only visited by Holland America Line and Carnival guests. While a few people who work on the island live there, 86 people commute 18 miles to and from the island for work by…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
Where Does Motivation Come From
 Although I am often classified as a “motivational speaker”, I am the first to admit that this could be yet another example of false advertising. The truth is, I can’t motivate anybody. To even try would prove to be an exercise in futility.
That being said, we all need a little stimulation now and then. We all need to re-energize our creativity, and reintroduce the bounce back into our steps. With life’s path representing a sine wave, we all exhibit mood swings that go up and down mirroring our feelings. We all need a periodic boost to get us moving back "up" again. So where does this motivational impulse come from? The answer may fool you.
Let me share with you my latest flirtation with…
— Travel Research Online
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