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Destinations
US Travel: 25 Best Places To Visit In 2020
What’s on your travel list for 2020? Maybe this is the year to see more of the United States. After all, there’s so much to love in our own backyard. I tapped into a handful of travel experts and influencers to find out the top places in the US that they recommend visiting in 2020. Their picks range from historic cities to mountain getaways to some…
— Forbes
Flooding brings travel disruption to South East
The M23 is closed between junctions 10 and 11 in both directions in West Sussex, Highways England said. On the railways, Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express passengers have been advised not to travel, with disruption to services on the Brighton mainline. Southeastern says there are no trains between Strood and Maidstone West. Motorist Ellis Hart was on…
— BBC
Black Travel Vibes: Live The Bubble Life In Bali
Bali is an Indonesian island known for its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, stunning beaches, and IG-worthy swings. The mere mention of Bali evokes visions of a lush green, zen paradise in the minds of travelers who see a visit to the island as the ultimate in travel goals. And it’s not hard to understand why. From the moment you land, the “Island…
— Essence
Tours and Activities
The best luxury bars in Budapest
Budapest's craft cocktail movement has seen new bars and clubs spread across town like wildfire in recent years, making it that much harder to choose the best of the bunch. While the Hungarian capital's ruin bars offer a unique experience, the luxury bar scene here is second to none. Whether you're looking to sample handcrafted cocktails or the finest Tokaji…
— CNN
Holiday light displays worth traveling for across America
One of the best parts about the holiday season is all the beautiful lights on display across the country. Here, we've compiled some of the coolest light displays across the country worth traveling for. Scroll through the gallery to brighten your day (literally). Hudson Yards in New York will host events and holiday experiences every Saturday and Tuesday through Jan.…
— USA Today
Cruise
Ponant to Build Hybrid Cruise Ships for Paul Gauguin Cruises
Ponant, the parent company of Paul Gauguin Cruises, has signed a contract with Norwegian shipyard Vard to build two new eco-friendly, hybrid-electric ships for the South Pacific-based brand, slated for delivery in 2022. The vessels, which will bring the number of Paul Gauguin ships to three, will each hold about 230 passengers, and measure about 11,000 gross…
— CruiseCritic.com
Choose your cruise - it's time for a small ship adventure
Love ocean cruising but think you might like to try a small ship this time? From houseboats to sailing sloops, smaller-ship cruise holidays come in all shapes and sizes. If your perfect holiday afloat means leaving the navigation to others while you loll on a sunny deck, you’ll find plenty of captained barge and houseboat holiday options, particularly in Europe. Some…
— Canada.com
Transportation
What to expect from your airline and airport of choice this holiday travel season
Jeff Fleischman’s flight wasn’t going anywhere. Fleischman, a New Jersey tech executive, was supposed to be en route to Miami for a team dinner on Dec. 8. The airplane’s broken fuel pump scuttled those plans. Five hours later, passengers were allowed to board. But the plane then had another mechanical problem. “The pilot said this plane didn't want to leave…
— NBC News
'Worst' airlines revealed in survey
American Airlines and British Airways have been rated among the worst airlines for long-haul flights, according to a survey of travelers by a consumer watchdog. The UK flag carrier was criticized for the "quality of its food and drink, the comfort of its seats and value for money for its short-haul and long haul services," in the annual report by Which? Travel. More…
— CNN
Lodging
Inside Ireland’s Finest Castle Hotel
The romantic ideal of a grand castle hotel is irresistible. Who wouldn’t want to spend a night playing lord or lady of the manor? But unfortunately, the fantasy doesn’t always play out in real life. Castle hotels are actually incredible hard to get right: Requiring never-ending maintenance and delicate restoration, there’s often a certain aristocratic shabbiness…
— Forbes
Hot Hotels: The Savoy
As a pillar of London’s West End, and adjacent to the famous Savoy Theatre, Britain’s first deluxe hotel is famed for its glittering reputation. It’s hosted Marlene, Marilyn and a royal or two, but the Savoy’s place in the history books of engineering and innovation is just as impressive. Richard D’Oyly Carte, builder of both the Savoy hotel and…
— Vanity Fair
Other and Odd
The demand for Instagram-worthy travel photos has paved the way for increasingly inauthentic experiences
One of the more interesting debates in documentary travel photography is the use of local artisans to portray "authentic" experiences. In nearly every corner of the world, traditional ways of life are giving way to the economic realities that rising costs of living, environmental pressures and an ever-expanding globalized economy impose. And in our increasingly…
— Fox Travel News
Christmas travel weather forecast: Mostly nice, except for Southeast, Pacific Northwest
Those traveling this weekend for the Christmas holiday should have calm, uneventful weather over most of the country. "Overall, travel across the nation looks generally good," AccuWeather meteorologist Paul Walker said. It looks to be much better than travel was around Thanksgiving, he said, and there are no powerhouse storms forecast. Mild and dry…
— USA Today
Traveling with a baby — here’s what I learned after flying 26 times with my 2-year-old
Traveling brings out the best in me. My husband and I share the love of exploring new places and so obviously, when our son was born two years ago, we decided to continue this journey — with tiny feet this time. While we sometimes miss the spontaneity in our travel plans, chasing our toddler in some of the most exotic locations of the world is our new…
— CNBC
Today in History
The Berlin Wall Opens For The First Time
On this day in 1963, communist East Germany and the republic of West Germany came to an agreement to allow the wall between the two halves of the country to be opened. The decision was made in the spirit of Christmas, to allow families affected by the construction of the…
— Travel Research Online
Agent Perspectives
Discover The Enchanting World of Alice, Harry and Matilda
by Paull Tickner
Friday December 20, 2019
Last week, a tr avel advisor asked me to put together a Grandparents and Grandchildren’s tour, which didn’t spend the entire vacation in London. My response seems to have hit the nail firmly on the head as I brought together Alice in Wonderland, Harry Potter, Roald Dahl’s BFG, a dash of Paddington Bear in London and an evening performance of Mathilda. The dates they chose were early July, which meant I could also include a visit to the fantastic new Alice in Wonderland Exhibition at London’s V&A Museum. If you have clients who’d like something similar, send me an email.
Wishing you and your family a very Happy…
— Travel Research Online
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Deck Plans
CroisiEurope to Cruise the Nile in 2020
Beginning in Fe bruary 2020, discover the mysteries of ancient Egypt along the Nile River with CroisiEurope Cruises on board the luxurious Steigenberger Royale. This new port-to-port, eight-day cruise takes passengers through over 2,000 years of history across the Land of Pharaohs, guaranteeing an unforgettable…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Morning Missives
Fish Where the Fish Are
This is a piece of advice as old as the hills.
It belongs right up there with a few of my other favorite pieces of advice:
1. With men on base, go to right.
2. Weight on the downhill ski.
3. Don’t spit into the wind.
4. Don’t point your finger at a woman. (Any finger)
5. Don’t cancel a golf date based on your weatherman’s evening report…
— Travel Research Online
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