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Destinations
Trafalgar Travel Temptations: 100+ Ways To Fall In Love With Hawaii
When dreaming about traveling to a stretch-your-comfort-zone destination—perhaps where you don’t speak the language or are unsure about tricky transportation—it often makes sense to put the planning details into the hands of an expert tour company. But what about trips within the USA, which likely would not involve complicated steps? Booking a pre-arranged, tour-based itinerary can be a smart decision as well…
— Forbes
Uncrowded Cornwall: fine food and walking on the Lizard
Cornwall has been a popular holiday destination for well over a century, but in recent years it has become a victim of overtourism. Last summer, it was so deluged by visitors that roads were gridlocked and the tourist board stopped promoting its beaches. But despite all this, it has pockets that remain relatively quiet, with almost-deserted stretches of coastal path, uncrowded coves and peaceful pubs. Cornwall’s three…
— The Guardian
Tours and Activities
Escapes: Is San Francisco's North Beach at low tide?
That headline question is the one Christopher Reynolds poses in his fascinating look at a neighborhood — the only one left in San Francisco, one resident asserts — that once was the Little Italy to end all Little Italys. Is change the only constant? And if so, what’s next? I’m Catharine Hamm, the travel editor for the Los Angeles Times, and what’s next in this newsletter is how you can win a stay at the real-life Downton Abbey;…
— LA Times
Land of the dinosaurs in Bolivia's 'Jurassic Park'
Set high on the Bolivian Altiplano, Torotoro’s most magnetic draw are some 3,500 dinosaur footprints belonging to biped and quadruped dinosaurs dating from the Cretaceous period. It’s well worth the bumpy and dusty five-hour drive from Cochabamba city along winding mountain roads to reach the sleepy Bolivian hamlet of Torotoro. Set in a long valley in the Eastern Cordillera of the Andes mountains at 2,600m, the…
— BBC
World's first vagina museum to open in London
The first museum in the world dedicated solely to the vagina will open in London in November, after a crowdfunding campaign raised almost £50,000 (about $62,000). The Vagina Museum will educate visitors about vulvas and vaginas while challenging the prevailing stigma surrounding them, development and marketing manager Zoe Williams told CNN. Founder Florence…
— CNN
Cruise
Hurricane Jerry Forces Cruise Ship Itinerary Change
Disney Cruise Line has rerouted one of its ships away from the Eastern Caribbean due to Hurricane Jerry. The Category 2 storm is currently located about 150 miles northeast of Barbuda (near Antigua) and has maximum sustained winds of 100 miles per hour. Though the storm is expected to slightly weaken and move northeast away from the Caribbean, tropical storm watches are still in effect for St. Maarten/St. Martin,…
— CruiseCritic.com
The best fjords in Norway – and how to cruise them
Millions of years of glacial activity have blessed Norway with an astonishing crinkle-cut coastline of intricately carved fjords. As well as spectacular scenery, each has its own unique attraction. Here are 10 top fjords visited by cruise ships… Almost every fjords cruise visits Geirangerfjord. This Unesco-listed canyon-like gem is considered one of nature’s great masterpieces with waterfalls tumbling…
— Telegraph (London)
Transportation
American Airlines Mechanic Who Sabotaged Flight Linked to Possible Terrorist Organization
American Airlines mechanic Abdul-Majeed Marouf Ahmed Alani, who was charged in September with sabotaging a flight to Nassau, Bahamas back in July, was denied bond by a federal judge on Wednesday, Sept. 17, after being accused of having links to a terrorist organization, the Miami Herald reported. Alani had apparently sabotaged the plane by blocking the air data module (ADM) system, which measures speed,…
— Travel+Leisure
Water quality: You may want to skip the coffee on these two airlines
You've probably never given much thought to the quality of the water on an airplane. Maybe it's time you should. A recent study ranks the water served on major and regional US airlines. Drink up if you're on an Alaska Airlines or Allegiant Air flight. Those two airlines tied for first place in the rankings in the study, from the Hunter College New York City Food Policy Center at the City University of New York and the…
— CNN
Meet the New 'Bachelor': He Might Be Piloting Your Next Flight
Back in the spring, it may have looked a bit contrived: Handsome Peter Weber from Los Angeles stepped out of a limo in a pilot’s uniform, hat tucked respectfully in the crook of his arm, and handed Hannah Brown—former Miss Alabama USA and most recent Bachelorette—a pair of wings as a sign of his commitment. He went on to become one of Hannah’s strongest and most…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Lodging
7 Dublin hotels for a romantic city break, including castles, lush gardens and waterfalls
Romance takes many forms – and Dublin can offer its own beguiling additions to the scene: strolling St Stephen’s Green on a frosty afternoon, the sun gilding the treetops; or watching the ‘sun rise in the morning, like barley-sugar on the water’, as described by poet Louis MacNeice. The hotels below will add their own measure of delight too: the sound of a waterfall from the deck of the Iveagh Garden Hotel; the carved wood…
— Telegraph (London)
The Best Sites for Booking A Vacation Rental Property — And How To Use Them
If you're looking for a little space on your next vacation, you probably need a reliable source for booking a vacation rental property. There are almost too many choices. And for good reason. The worldwide vacation rental market is enormous. It's expected to top an eye-popping $58 billion this year ($14 billion in the United States). The biggest vacation rental market? Gen Z, with 81% saying they've rented a home. Gen…
— Forbes
Other and Odd
'Shadowhunters' Actress Alisha Wainwright on Why You Should Take a Few Risks When You Travel
Scroll through actress Alisha Wainwright's Instagram feed, and you'll notice pretty quickly that she really likes to travel. When she's not filming on the set of Shadowhunters or alongside Michael B. Jordan in the new Netflix show Raising Dion, the former Smithsonian biologist can be found scuba diving in Bali, trekking Machu Picchu, or hiking through New Zealand—and usually doing it solo. We caught up with Wainwright, who…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Booking.com warned over 'only one room left' claims
Booking.com has defended itself against accusations that it's continuing to use pressure selling tactics, despite a crackdown by UK regulators. In February, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced that six hotel booking sites -- Expedia, Booking.com, ebookers, Hotels.com, Agoda and Trivago -- had been the subject of enforcement action due to "serious concerns" around "misleading" selling tactics. Pressure…
— CNN
Today in History
RMS Queen Elizabeth 2
On September 20, 1967, Queen Elizabeth II launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, fondly known as the "QE2". The gold scissors she used to cut the ceremonial ribbon were the same pair used by her mother and grandmother to launch the Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary. The QE2 was built…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
2019 Holiday Season Cruises with CroisiEurope
Summer has come and gone and before you know it, the holiday season will be here. Hosting the extended family is nice and all, but who really wants to deal with the hassle? What about taking the family on a European river cruise this year? CroisiEurope Cruises, Europe's largest cruise line and…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
River Cruise 101: Where To River Cruise
Europe has more navigable rivers than any other region in the world, and arguably more diverse cultures along its river banks than almost any other region. Cruising the entire length of the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers alone—made possible thanks to the Main–Danube Canal—exposes travelers to 10 countries. Along the way are charming villages, fabled cities, fairy-tale castles, vineyards and more—all accessible from your floating hotel. However, this is far from the only inland artery. Germany also boasts the Moselle, Neckar and Elbe rivers, while France showcases the Loire, Seine, Saône and Rhône, and these are but two countries. Then there are rivers that even intrepid travelers may have never heard of: the Marne, the Guadiana, the Guadalquivir, the Dordogne, the Garonne, the Sarre, and…
— Travel Research Online
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Upcoming Training Opportunities
What's New for 2020 with Image Tours
Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 2 pm EDT/11 am PDT
Having been in business since 1939, Image Tours is one of the most experienced Europe tour operators in the world and they have earned a reputation for high quality tours at an affordable price. While their emphasis is on introducing your clients to the European way of life, Image Tours remains aware of the small details appreciated by American travelers.
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Sustainable Cruising In Patagonia
Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
Protecting the wondrous land of Patagonia while sharing it with our guests is our primary goal at Australis Cruises.
In this webinar we will be taking our attendees on a journey through this vast, oft-overlooked region in Southern Chile and Argentina. Our presenter will cover the basics of why your clients should visit Patagonia with Australis, starting with the different locations that they can visit and continuing with why our ships are uniquely equipped to take them there. Glaciers, penguins, vast fjords, and unforgettable Cape Horn are only a few reasons why Patagonia is a good choice for any traveler with an adventurous spirit.
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A Classic Journey of South Africa with South African Airways and Tourcan Vacations
Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
Learn about South African Airways, the largest airline in Southern Africa. SAA offers convenient connections from more than 100 cities in North America and daily flights from New York JFK and Washington Dulles with connections to over 75 destinations in Africa.
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Budapest – The Spice of Europe
Monday, September 23, 2019 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT
Join the Hungarian National Tourist Office to learn about Budapest and Beyond.
Budapest is a truly authentic and historic European capital, but it also has an innovative, pulsating personality, making it a versatile and cosmopolitan city. The beautiful built and natural environment, the grandiose architecture, the historical thermal spas, the diverse and vibrant gastronomy, a blossoming fashion and design scene, and the immensely rich cultural life, define Budapest’s sparkling and original character.
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