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Destinations
The riskiest vacation hot spots in Europe, ranked
Before you plan your European vacation, it's worth checking out which countries are the most dangerous and why. The US State Department ranks countries as Levels 1 through 4, from least dangerous to most dangerous. Twelve European countries are ranked Level 2, and the agency recommends American…
— Business Insider
6 Destinations You Should Travel to in Your 30s — Even If You've Already Been
As you head into your fourth decade here on Earth, you're wiser, savvier, and likely equipped with more disposable income. So it's also likely that your travel tastes have grown up with you. While you might have opted for the nearest hostel when you were backpacking post-college, these days, the number of pillows…
— Travel+Leisure
Brazil lifts visa requirement for citizens of four countries
If watching a game at Rio de Janeiro's Maracanã stadium has been on your bucket list since the 2014 FIFA World Cup, you can now do so without adding a trip to the consulate as part of your itinerary. Effective June 17, tourists from the United States, Canada, Japan and Australia will no longer need a visa to visit…
— CNN
Tours and Activities
The world's most harrowing roads
Ready for a road trip you'll never forget? Set your sights on one of these adventurous stretches of highway that provide access to some of the most arresting scenery on the planet. These are hands-on drives: none of our 10 picks will allow you to let your guard down or let cruise control do most of the driving. But you'll be…
— CNN
I traveled to the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone — here’s what it was like
Thirty-three years after reactor No. 4 melted down at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant near Pripyat, Ukraine — permanently evacuating entire towns, killing thousands and creating a massive Exclusion Zone — the disaster is back in the news thanks to HBO’s hit miniseries, “Chernobyl” and its accompanying…
— CNBC
Cruise
Man Kicked Off Cruise, Couldn't Fight Captain's Decision
Cruising is the vacation of choice for Robert and Esther Gaines. It is how they spent their honeymoon 40 years ago and how they enjoy their free time. "We've never had a bad experience," Esther Gaines said. "We're loyal NCL customers and that's what the biggest thing is, it's the shock that this happened to us," Robert…
— NBC Miami
Why cruises float the boats of the Instagram generation
When Emma Le Teace, 25, tried to get her boyfriend to go on a cruise with her, he didn’t want to go. She booked it regardless – and he loved it. “I think he’s been on five now.” She has been on 21 cruises, and is planning three more this year. “I love visiting new places and, with a cruise, you know your view is going to…
— The Guardian
Transportation
The Fastest Airlines In The U.S.
On a balmy 74-degree afternoon in early May, Southwest Flight 2275 from Los Angeles touched down in Las Vegas, ushering its six dozen passengers into the gambling mecca. The 57-minute flight wasn’t just on time—it was almost as fast as an airliner can fly that route, in keeping with a top-notch efficiency rating that makes…
— Forbes
United Airlines flight blows out tires during landing at Newark Liberty International Airport
A United Airlines flight blew out some its tires and skidded on a runway Saturday at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey, leading to delays while the plane was towed away, the Federal Aviation Administration said. No injuries were reported when United Flight 627 -- which originated in Denver --…
— CNN
Lodging
Airbnb Recreates Jules Verne's 'Around the World in Eighty Days' With 18-country Itinerary
Fans of Airbnb get ready for some good news: The travel company just introduced Airbnb Adventures, and with it they’re giving a few lucky people the chance to travel around the world. The new trip is similar to any other tour operator and an extension of the current Airbnb Experiences that are offered by the company. This…
— Travel+Leisure
Wake up and work out: Hotels increasingly offer in-room fitness amenities
If you like working out but don't want to make the trek down to the hotel fitness center, you can take advantage of the growing trend of in-room fitness amenities. You can stick to your your workout routine when traveling by using interactive home gym systems like Mirror; burning calories with stationary Peloton…
— USA Today
Other and Odd
When travel insurance is worth the extra cost
The summer travel season is almost here. This year, millions of Americans are expected to take some sort of getaway, with two-thirds of leisure travelers planning a trip in the coming months. With the average price per vacation expected to be $2,523, you may want to add one more item to your packing list: travel…
— CNBC
Everything you need to know about travel with animals (and kids)
My kids are pet magnets when we're on the road. They're constantly adopting dogs and cats and other animals we encounter in our vacation rentals. If you don't know what that's like, you're probably one of the millions of Americans who vacation with their pets. You bring your own animal companions, you brave souls. A recent…
— USA Today
Today in History
The Statue of Liberty Arrives in NYC
The French frigate Isere steamed into New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. On board were 214 crates originating in France. Inside the crates were the 350 individual pieces that would be assembled to create the Statue of Liberty. The statue was a gift to…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Is traveling to the Dominican Republic an unacceptable risk? I think so!
by John Frenaye
Monday June 17, 2019
We have lived t hrough wars, Mad Cow Disease, Swine Flu, Avian Flu, State Department warnings, hurricane ravaged destinations, and crime against Americans for years. But in my twenty plus years in the industry, I have never seen anything like what is happening in the Dominican Republic.
And in what may be an unpopular opinion, I am recommending that clients (and family) avoid the Dominican Republic until some answers can be provided.
For those who are unaware, seven Americans have died in Dominican Republic resorts since January. Generally, they appeared to be healthy individuals and able to travel without incident. All have passed away prior to ending their trip seemingly after suffering a pulmonary…
— Travel Research Online
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Publishers Corner
Trying Softer
by Richard Earls
Sunday June 16, 2019
 "Why doesn't anyone ever try softer?" ~ Lily Tomlin
Last week I received a call from a business associate who was expecting a spreadsheet from me. With the best of intentions I had promised to have it to him mid-week. Then suddenly it was Friday and the half-finished project was still, well, half-finished.
If I had to tally the partially complete projects on my desk, I'm afraid the number would point to a revealing fact - I'm easily distracted and try to do too much. It is always tempting to over-commit to any number of personal and professional activities with the result that none of them are done as well as I originally intended. I sometimes manage to convince myself working harder is the best way to…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
You Can’t Cry Over Spilled Milk!
 Ted Turner was once interviewed by the TV show 60-Minutes. Atlanta-based Ted Turner once owned the Atlanta Braves as well as being a Cable TV tycoon. He also once captained a sailing vessel in The America’s Cup.
Okay, so you and I have never captained an America’s Cup winner, or owned a jet, or owned a major league baseball team, or owned thousands of acres of land, or given billions of dollars to charities, or married the daughter of a famous actor, or a lot of other things that has nothing to do with you and me.
What I got out of the interview was a man who seemed to be enjoying his life while taking more than his share of serious hits to his forward…
— Travel Research Online
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