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Tuesday June 04, 2019

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Destinations

Why Doha Is Much More Than a Stopover Destination
Doha—the burgeoning capital of Qatar, the teeny peninsular Arab country in the Persian Gulf—is ready for its close-up. A steady stream of shiny new hotels, splashy restaurants and lounges, and tourism efforts like providing visa-free entry for citizens of 80 countries, including Americans, have helped pique traveler interest over the years. But more recently,…

A local’s guide to Prague: 10 top tips
Prague’s foodie scene is diversifying, with delicious Georgian cooking, which has a rising but still bafflingly low global profile, gaining popularity. Thankfully, the small but energetic local Georgian community is doing its bit to redress this injustice. At bustling Polévkárna Manana soup restaurant, the unstoppable owner, Manana Toidze, cooks a range of…

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Tours and Activities

15 Tips for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge You'll Want to Know Before You Go
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is, in a way, its very own theme park. The 14-acre land, which just opened at Disneyland Park in Anaheim and opens at Walt Disney World in August, is far unlike anything Disney has ever created. With so much Star Wars lore built into planet Batuu’s design, though, this new themed land doesn’t just look like an old trade outpost…

Bats, spiders and slippery rocks - is this Cambodian cave worth the voyage?
Batman meets Spider-Man: that’s how you could sum up our cave adventures in Cambodia. My boyfriend and I had been driving mile after mile on dusty dirt-tracks, through the rural countryside of Kampot, actively searching for Phnom Chhngok Cave (don’t even start me on trying to pronounce it). We soon realised that the cave temple, which is set inside…

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Cruise

This River Cruise Company Just Announced 3 New Trips Specifically for Solo Travelers
Solo travel is becoming more and more common, but most experiences are tailored to couples or groups, with prices to match. Riviera River Cruises is taking a different approach by catering to solo travelers with voyages created exclusively for people who will be traveling alone. And rather than strapping solo travelers with pricey single supplements —…

Carnival agrees to pay $20 million for pollution violations in settlement
Carnival Corp. reached a settlement Monday with federal prosecutors in which the world's largest cruise line agreed to pay a $20 million penalty because its ships continued to pollute the oceans despite a previous criminal conviction aimed at curbing similar conduct. Senior U.S. District Judge Patricia Seitz approved the agreement after Carnival CEO Arnold…

Celebrity Equinox Cruise Ship Introduces New Craft Beer Bar, Suite Spaces and More
Equinox, Celebrity Cruises’ only ship to sail the Caribbean year-round, has emerged from dry dock with a slew of new features such as exclusive areas for suite passengers, the line's popular Le Petit Chef experience and an all-new Craft Social bar. It is the third ship in the fleet and the first in Celebrity's Solstice class to undergo the Celebrity Revolution,…

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Transportation

Which plane will fly London-Sydney nonstop?
The globetrotting dream of flying nonstop from London to Sydney has taken a step closer, according to Australian airline Qantas, which says it'll soon choose the aircraft it'll use to complete the journey. Alan Joyce, CEO of the Australian airline, confirmed he had issued an August deadline for manufacturers Airbus and Boeing to make their "best and final offer."…

Why do airlines still mislay 25 million bags a year?
The airline industry claims it's getting better at not losing our luggage, partly through improved tracking technology. But tens of millions of bags still go astray every year. So is it doing enough? It's the most disconsolate feeling - waiting for your bag to appear on the luggage carousel after all the other passengers have picked up theirs. And it doesn't show up.…

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Lodging

10 of the best family-friendly hotels and villas in Greece
It’s rare to find a hotel that appeals to children of all ages. Verina Suites does so brilliantly, and has plenty of perks for adults too. Staff in white deliver homemade lemonade to the squishy day beds that line the turquoise pool. Kids can mess around on giant inflatables or play table tennis, while their parents wind down with outdoor yoga sessions or…

7 Hotel Credit Cards That Guarantee a Free Night Every Year
Hotel credit cards are an important part of any savvy traveler’s rewards strategy. Many offer sign-up bonuses worth tens of thousands of points, elite perks that come with extra amenities during stays, and bonus earning opportunities to help cardholders rack up rewards even faster. One of the most valuable benefits a hotel credit card can offer, though, and…

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Other and Odd

China warns citizens against travel to the US
Beijing has stepped up its warnings against the U.S. by cautioning about working, studying and traveling in America. China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a safety warning on Tuesday for Chinese citizens and companies in the U.S.. according to state broadcaster CCTV. “Recently, U.S. law enforcement agencies have on multiple occasions used…

I've been traveling around the world for 2 years with just a carry-on — here are 12 items I can't live without
When preparing for a trip, every inch of luggage space is precious. And if you're permanently traveling like I am, it's even more important to pack smart. For more than two years, I've been traveling and working as a remote journalist, living as a digital nomad. My travels have taken me everywhere from the Swiss Alps and the Balkans to Australia. Along the way,…

Are Micro-cations the Newest Millennial Travel Trend
The days of the extra long, leisurely vacation are over. At least, they seem to be for Millennials. It’s no secret that the under-40 crowd are not the best at taking vacations. Even though Millennials love to travel, they often can’t or won’t go on trips due to work-related stress, finances, or simply the overwhelming task of planning a big getaway. Therefore,…

Today in History

Congress Passes the 19th Amendment
On this day in 1919, the United States Senate passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, prohibiting government from denying any citizen the right to vote because of that citizen's…

60-Second Geography

Happening Havana
by Joseph DeLoach
Tuesday June 04, 2019

Locked away for decades, Cuba is has become THE destination since it was officially opened to American travelers. Lured by images of classic cars, the succinct words of Hemingway, and the colorful Spanish architecture—Cuba is an experience that is unlike any other. The capital, Havana, is the center of this experience, a city that must be felt through walking down the avenues and cruising in the cars rarely found elsewhere.

  — Travel Research Online
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Outposts

Bali: Simply Paradise
by Joseph DeLoach
Tuesday June 04, 2019

In southeastern Asia, there is an island considered to be a true paradise by many. A place that wins so many awards in the travel industry, this article would run a bit too long to list them. The coasts are an immaculate example of where white sand meets tropical water. Where tiered temples accent lush jungles, stand in the reflections of tranquil waters. This island is Bali, a place that is wholly its own unique culture but welcomes the traveler with open arms and utopian sunsets.

One such example of Bali’s traditional beauty is the Ubud Royal Palace, along with the temple known as Puri Saren Agung. This well-kept area is the center of traditional art, dance and…

  — Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives

What Are You Reading?

“More-On Marketing” is my latest book project, and the first in a series of business-development books is now ready for distribution to interested parties.

You have heard of the Dummies Books, and are probably familiar with The Idiot’s Guides. Enter my “More-On” Series.

Please notice that I said “More-On” and not…

  — Travel Research Online
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