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Destinations
The Bahamas needs your tourist dollars: Here's where you can still visit
After Hurricane Dorian tore a path of destruction through the Atlantic, images and stories began to emerge from the Abacos and other Bahamian islands that had been devastated by the Category 5 storm. As these islands begin the slow work of rebuilding, other Bahamian islands remain untouched and open for business. Altogether, the 30 inhabited islands stretch from near Florida to near Cuba, and…
— CNN
Seattle Is the Underrated Family Vacation Destination Parents Have Been Searching for
My family had settled in for dinner at the Four Seasons — we were overlooking the water, watching ferry boats pass, and sipping champagne to celebrate our first night in Seattle. As the food arrived, the server set a beautiful bowl of buttered pasta in front of my 2-year-old nephew. My sister promptly grabbed it, moving it out of reach in fear that he would shatter it. Then, she realized it wasn’t…
— Travel+Leisure
Scotland's New Hot Destination: The Assynt Coast
“There’s no better way to appreciate the beauty of Assynt than on foot,” according to Ken Keith, a hiking guide who lives in the namesake Scottish parish, situated in the Northern Highlands on the country’s west coast. There are at least a few hundred walks that travelers can do in the area, Mr. Keith said, ranging from full-day strenuous hikes up 3,500 foot-tall mountains to gentle hour-long strolls on…
— Forbes
Tours and Activities
The 6 Best Things to Do at Disney World's Star Wars Land
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the in-demand land is a must for any future Walt Disney World vacation. It’s going to be an experience that’s out of this world. You can wander your way around Galaxy’s Edge letting the force guide you towards dining, entertainment, and shopping — or you can take it from us, your Jedi Masters of Disney travel, to ensure you see,…
— Travel+Leisure
The last of Transylvania's Saxons
On a scorching summer day in the Transylvanian village of Țapu (Abtsdorf an der Kokel in German), Doris-Evelyn Zakel is busy collecting pears from an old tree in the courtyard of her great aunt’s traditional Saxon home. The old wicker basket is almost full, but it is one of many tasks required by Zakel, who lives in Switzerland but visits regularly, as she goes about maintaining and restoring this old…
— BBC
Cruise
Viking Ocean Adds Cruise Extensions With Tours of Highclere Castle for 'Downton Abbey' Fans
Through a partnership with Focus Features, Universal Pictures and Carnival Films, Viking Ocean Cruises will soon be taking fans of the TV show and movie "Downton Abbey" on a new five-day cruise extension that puts passengers into the world of the fictional historical drama. Available starting in 2021, the new cruise extension "Great Homes, Gardens & Gin" will be available on Viking's Rhine Getaway and…
— CruiseCritic.com
Peek At Scenic Eclipse: New Ultra-Luxurious Expedition Ship Dazzles With Submarine And Helicopters
Be dazzled by the most technologically advanced, elegant expedition cruise ship today. The sophisticated new 228-passenger Scenic Eclipse excitingly races to that glamorous top spot as it is christened September 10 in New York City by Academy Award-winning actress Helen Mirren. Boasting two six-passenger helicopters and one six-passenger submarine, 551-foot-long Scenic Eclipse expands cruise…
— Forbes
Transportation
BA strike sees air fares rise by up to 2,100%
This week's British Airways strike has caused chaos for an estimated 280,000 passengers who were due to fly with the airline. But it has also rocketed up fares to destinations around the world by up to 2,100%, leaving the UK isolated amid sold-out routes and stratospherically priced flights. While air ticket prices are typically fluid and rises during periods of heavy demand are not uncommon, one expert said…
— CNN
Why 'flight shame' is making people swap planes for trains
Last month I stepped into an aeroplane for the first time in five years. I was leaving my home in London and taking a flight across the Atlantic to join my partner in Costa Rica. The last time I flew was in 2014, while living in Bordeaux, France. Getting to my sister’s hen party in Scotland by train, my usual option, would have taken days that I didn’t have, so then too I bit the bullet and took a flight. The reason…
— BBC
Lodging
10 of the best luxury seaside hotels in Greece
What better way to experience Greece than by staying in a waterfront hotel with a private plunge pool? Overlooking some of the best beaches the Southern European country has to offer, these coastal hotels are as lavish as it gets. Filled with amenities ranging from exclusive spa treatments to private helicopter transportation and personal butlers, here are 10 of the most luxurious seaside hotels…
— CNN
Love in Las Vegas: 7 seductive hotels for a romantic stay in Sin City
People come from all over the world to get hitched in Sin City. After you’ve said 'I do' at one of Las Vegas’ vintage wedding chapels – or if you’re simply in the mood for a romantic weekend – check into one of these hotels. Whether they evoke the magic of Venice, specialise in couples’ spa treatments or just offer a quiet and sophisticated (read: child-free) setting, these luxurious accommodations on the Strip…
— Telegraph (London)
Other and Odd
All the Advice, Apps, and Gear You Need as a Solo Female Traveler
Solo travel is on the up, and women are leading the charge. Almost two-thirds of travelers are now female, according to George Washington University School of Business, and Hostelworld saw a 45 percent increase in solo women’s bookings between 2015 and 2017. But embarking on an adventure by yourself can be daunting and, at times, challenging. That’s where this list of resources comes…
— Conde Nast Traveler
7 Ways to Check Your White Privilege While Traveling
An oft-cited argument for international travel is that it expands our horizons and makes us empathetic to other cultures. Um, no. Cute, but no. It can make us empathetic to other cultures. But it definitely doesn’t do it automatically. Case in point: I’m pretty sure lots of racists have happily vacationed in Cancun and currently support Mexican kids in cages. To put it another way: as longtime Ask a…
— Fodor's Travel
Today in History
The Last Guillotine in France
In 1791, the French National Assembly was seeking a new method of execution. Former methods were considered too inhumane, such as the infamous "breaking on the wheel". Assembly member Joseph-Ignace Guillotin suggested the construction of a device to decapitate the accused with a steel blade. The…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Free T-Shirts to Travel Agents Who Pre-book Meeting Time With Croatia’s Katarina Line at Any Upcoming Trade Shows
Who wouldn’t want a free t-shirt? Award-winning small ship cruise company Katarina Line announced that it will be giving away free t-shirts to travel agents who pre-book a meeting time at their booth at any of their upcoming trade shows in North America and Europe. This year, the company is highlighting…
— Travel Research Online
Jim Tedesco Joins Apple Leisure Group Vacations as Vice President, Sales
Following a distinguished career spanning nearly 27 years with the company, it is with heavy heart but warm wishes that we share with you the retirement of Barbie Groves, Vice President of Sales, Apple Leisure Group® Vacations (ALGV). We are indebted to her vision and commitment and we wish her…
— Travel Research Online
South African Airways Vacations® Debuts Its 2020 Collection Brochure Of Air-Inclusive Packages To Africa
Fort Lauderdale, FL (September 9, 2019) South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has launched its 2020 Collection brochure, featuring a portfolio of affordable air-inclusive vacation packages to a variety of destinations throughout Africa. All SAA…
— Travel Research Online
Mike's Morning Missives
Mistake #7: You Don’t Ask For The Business
 This is Marketing Mistake #7 of 15. Think of it this way: I am sure you like to think of yourself as a professional. If you don’t ask me to do business with you, you are an AMATEUR. Now the choice is yours. Are you a pro, or are you a wannabe?
Here are some…
— Travel Research Online
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Upcoming Training Opportunities
A Classic Journey of South Africa with South African Airways and Tourcan Vacations
Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
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Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 12 pm EDT/9 am PDT
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ASTA Membership is Your Ticket to Success
Monday, September 16, 2019 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
At the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), we promote your business, telling your story every day! We are the industry’s only professional trade association whose business it is to promote, defend, educate and represent the entire travel industry—small, mid-sized and large travel agencies and their travel advisors; independent and home-based advisors; and suppliers of travel-related products and services.
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Discover the Happy Isles with Solomon Airlines
Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
Tucked away in the South Pacific, the Solomon Islands are a little known, unspoiled paradise. The Solomon Islands are an archipelago of almost 1,000 islands, located between Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu – a three hour journey from Australia. These islands are laid-back, welcoming and often surprisingly untouched. Crystal clear waters with an abundance of the world’s most colorful fish, rays, and turtles make it a paradise for diving and snorkeling.
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What's Your 2020 Vision?
Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 12 pm EDT/9 am PDT
We only get one go around in life, so make it count!
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