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Destinations
Europe's new capital of cool
As Denmark's "second city," Aarhus is used to Copenhagen grabbing all the attention. But over the past few years, Aarhus has emerged from the capital's shadow, garnering a reputation among travelers as an exciting alternative for a Danish city break. Aarhus, the country's second-largest city, is located on the east coast of the Jutland…
— CNN
The Ultimate Travel Guide to St. Augustine, Florida
The Fountain of Youth is calling your name—just like it called to the Spanish explorers more than 500 years ago. Maybe it’s those gorgeous beaches or maybe it really is something in the water. Either way, there is lots to explore in this charming city on Florida's Atlantic coast. Most people don’t realize that St. Augustine is the oldest…
— Coastal Living
Tours and Activities
World's tallest dive coaster opens
Can you imagine hanging over a straight drop -- and staring down 245 feet into the gaping maw of an underwater tunnel? Well, you no longer have to imagine. You can travel to Canada's Wonderland, a large theme park outside of Toronto, and submit yourself to that thrill on the Yukon Striker roller coaster. It's set to open 10 a.m. local…
— CNN
Flower power: 10 of the world's best destinations for blooms
We never quite know when a particular flower will choose to bloom, but bloom they inevitably will. From vibrant tulips to delicate orchids, flowering plants cover the planet. It’s easy to be swept away by their fragrance and appearance; these buds hold more power than a muse to our poetic whimsy. Practically speaking, they form…
— National Geographic
Star Wars Land Reservations Are Already Sold Out — Here's How You Can Still Get a Spot
The Millennium Falcon may be the fastest ship in the galaxy, but the opportunity to be among the first to pilot it just flew even faster. Free reservations to visit Disneyland Resort’s forthcoming Star Wars-themed land were available Thursday morning and sold out in less than two hours after becoming available online. The timed entries, which…
— Travel+Leisure
Cruise
In Cuba, Carnival Cruise Ships Have Been Using Stolen Ports, Original Owners Say
Mickael Behn grew up attending shareholder meetings of a port company that no longer existed, except on paper. The Havana Docks Company used to run maritime operations in the busy harbor of Cuba’s capital, until they were confiscated at gunpoint by revolutionaries in 1960. The company’s officers, in the quixotic hope of one day…
— New York Times
A cruise expert reveals the 7 things you should do to stay safe
With summer right around the corner, Americans are starting to look forward to sunshine, warmer temperatures and vacation. But for those thinking about adventuring out to sea on a cruise-liner this year, there’s some important information to consider. Over 20 million people take cruises worldwide yearly, and while the vast majority do…
— Yahoo Finance
Allure of the Seas Cruises Modified Due to Propulsion Issues
Cruisers booked on Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas from this Sunday through October 2019 might notice changes to their itinerary. The line has replaced certain ports of call, and adjusted arrival and departure times for others, as a result of the ship sailing at a reduced speed due to a mechanical issue. The issue has no affect…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
15 things I learned about air travel after traveling the world for a year
I've taken more than 30 flights in 20 countries since March 2018. Traveling for so long has led to lots of mistakes and realizations about how to make every flight better. Some of my most important tips include carrying petroleum jelly to mitigate dry plane air, choosing flag carrier airlines whenever possible, and using Skyscanner's…
— Business Insider
More Airports Are Allowing Non-passengers to Go Through Security
Air travel in the 20th century was more romantic — if only for the fact that you could stay with loved ones all the way up until they boarded their plane. But that forgotten, much-loved aspect of travel could be making a comeback. This week, the Tampa International Airport announced that it will allow visitors to pass through airport security,…
— Travel+Leisure
Less than 3% of America's commercial pilots are black. These men want to change that
When Jerome Stanislaus was growing up as part of a middle class, African-American family in Brooklyn, New York, in the 1990s, he had a dream to be a pilot and fly high across the sky. "But I never believed that I would ever actually become a pilot," he remembered. "I did not really believe it was possible — even though I had so much support…
— CNN
Lodging
The Anxiety of the $2,300-a-Night Hotel Room
Carbon Beach is a beguiling and exclusive crescent of sand along the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, famous — infamous might be a better word — for the long and mostly losing battle conducted by its wealthy homeowners to keep the public off this stunning mile of coastline. It is also known as Billionaire’s Beach, a fitting reference to the…
— New York Times
Hotel Companies Hesitate in Rush to Confront Airbnb at Own Game
Maybe home sharing isn’t the next big thing for hotel companies after all. Hyatt Hotels Corp., which has invested in home-sharing startups Onefinestay and Oasis Collections, saw a difficult path to profitability in the business, Chief Executive Officer Mark Hoplamazian said during an earnings call on Thursday. Hyatt, which sold its stakes in…
— Bloomberg
Other and Odd
Inside the Women Who Travel Meetups: Nashville
Women Who Travel is our space for self-identifying women to share their travel stories, offer advice, and form a community of like-minded travelers. Once a month, we hit the road to bring our community members—a collection of our Women Who Travel podcast listeners, Facebook group members, readers, newsletter subscribers, and…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Travel firm agrees to compensate couple who lost £2,900 because they hadn't 'booked a package'
The travel firm that left a couple stranded in India after a delayed flight has now admitted it should have looked after them – and will be refunding almost £3,000 in extra costs. Kenny and Nicolette Gower, from London, bought a package – comprising flights to India and an overland adventure tour in Kerala – from Bridge the World, part of…
— The Independent
Today in History
The Oklahoma tornado outbreak
On May 3, 1999 a total of 66 tornadoes (by some counts 71) spawned in a single day in the state of Oklahoma. One which occurred just southwest of Chickasha, Oklahoma rated an F5 on the Fujita scale (the most severe ranking) and caused $1.1 billion in damage.…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Your Tone Speaks Volumes
 This is Tip #3 in a series of 10 relationship building reminders.
Years ago, I was invited to the Arizona Biltmore to “attend” an industry conference as a “guest.” I was not there to speak, or to conduct a workshop or seminar. I was an observing…
— Travel Research Online
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