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Destinations
Top Five New York City Virtual Cultural Experiences
Despite much of the world remaining on lockdown, people’s thirst for culture has not diminished one bit. In fact, one could argue that it has grown stronger than ever the result of everyone searching for ways to occupy their time, and online cultural experiences can fill the void. Sure, visiting a museum online or enjoying the robust sounds of a virtual opera performance can’t quite compare to being there…
— Forbes
U.S. and Mexican officials working on closing border to 'non-essential' travel
U.S. and Mexican officials are working on an agreement to ban "non-essential" travel between their border along the same lines of the deal that the U.S. announced this week with Canada, a Trump administration official said. Trade would be exempted. There are 118 coronavirus cases currently in Mexico and 13,159 in the U.S, according to Johns Hopkins data. For tourists, Mexico is the seventh…
— USA Today
Tours and Activities
The New Zealand river that became a legal person
Flowing through the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, the Whanganui River is one of the country’s most important natural resources. The river begins its 290km journey on the snowy north-western side of the Mount Tongariro active volcano, winding between green hills and mountains until it meets the Tasman Sea. Revered for centuries by the Whanganui tribes – who take their name, spirit and…
— BBC
National Parks Are Waiving Entry Fees so We Can Seclude in Natural Beauty
Days into social distancing, free Chipotle delivery feels a little less exhilarating. Guac doesn't feed the soul like standing atop a tall granite summit purging your agonies in one long primal cry to the moon. Our government understands this, so it's giving us a nifty discount in these strange times--free entrance into national parks. On Wednesday, the National Park Service announced that fees are…
— Thrillist
A Botanical Garden in Seattle Is Livestreaming Plants to Help You Relax
If you need a little digital escape now’s the time to follow the Volunteer Park Conservatory on Instagram. During any other time the conservatory, located in Seattle, would welcome guests with open arms. There, guests can explore the historic landmark and its Victorian glasshouse, which it calls “a true jewel in the crown of Seattle Parks.” The glasshouse, it explained, is modeled after London’s…
— Travel+Leisure
Cruise
Carnival Corp. Offers Cruise Ships As Temporary Hospitals For COVID-19
Carnival Corporation has extended an offer to use several cruise ships from across its brands' fleets, including Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and P&O Cruises Australia, as temporary hospital ships during the coronavirus pandemic. The move, which was first announced by U.S. President Trump Thursday following a conversation with Carnival Corp. chairman Micky Arison, would…
— CruiseCritic.com
Disney cruise docks in San Diego a day early
Thousands of passengers aboard Disney’s Wonder cruise ship are in San Diego, a day earlier than planned. The ship arrived to the Port of San Diego around 7 a.m. Thursday morning, following the company’s decision to suspend all cruises amid the coronavirus pandemic. Two-thousand passengers, along with 900 crew members are on board. The Disney Wonder is back from a two-week journey along…
— CBS 8
Transportation
Global Entry Enrollments Have Been Suspended Due to Coronavirus
Another part of the air travel industry has gone on hold as the outbreak of coronavirus continues to spread: Global Entry enrollment is now temporarily suspended. U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced on Wednesday that it would be suspending operations at all public access enrollment centers nationwide to help limit employees’ potential exposure to the virus, also called COVID-19. The…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Don't want to fly during coronavirus crisis? Don't rush to cancel that ticket. Here's why
The surge of passengers trying to change or cancel plane tickets as travel grinds to a halt during the coronavirus crisis is overwhelming airline and online travel agency reservation centers. Hours-long waits, dropped calls and don't-call-us-we'll-call-you messages are the norm. Airlines have taken to their websites, Facebook and Twitter accounts to advise travelers to hold off on calling unless their plans…
— USA Today
Lodging
As Resorts Close, Skiers Turn To Another Way To Get Into Local Mountains
Ski resorts have closed across North America to observe cautionary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Some have closed temporarily pending updates, like Revelstoke Mountain Resort (“We look forward to welcoming you back to Revelstoke Mountain Resort as soon as possible,” reads its March 16 operations suspension notice), and some have shut their terrain permanently for the rest of…
— Forbes
UK hotels and coronavirus: What does the latest government advice mean for your stay?
The UK Foreign Office (FCO) has advised Britons against 'all but essential travel' abroad for the next 30 days to prevent the spread of coronavirus, meaning many of us are staying put. The Prime Minister has called for the country to avoid large gatherings as well as interactions in smaller public spaces such as pubs, cinemas, restaurants, theatres, bars and clubs. The advice from the…
— Telegraph (London)
Other and Odd
The Ultimate Road Trip Packing List
No matter where you're driving, road trips are much better if you have all the right supplies. If you're on the road, for example, an insulated coffee mug and polarized sunglasses will be sure to come in handy. For passengers, noise-canceling headphones and a versatile neck pillow are essentials, especially if you'll be trying to get some sleep in the car. We've compiled a list of 13 must-haves that will…
— Travel+Leisure
State Department Asks Americans Abroad to Return Home or Shelter In Place
Just last week, the U.S. Department of State issued a level 3 global travel advisory warning Americans to reconsider international travel. This afternoon, that advisory was upgraded to level 4 travel ban ("do not travel"), in what appears to be an unprecedented move. The State Department's announcement tells Americans they should stay home—and those abroad who do not return should be prepared…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Today in History
The Attempted Kidnapping of Princess Anne
On March 20, 1974, Princess Anne was returning to Buckingham Palace from a charity event. In the car was her husband, Mark Phillips, her driver, and a private detective. Suddenly, a Ford escort in front of her Rolls Royce veered to a stop. A man emerged from the Ford, firing a pistol. Princess Anne's driver and…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
What Are We Doing During The COVID-19 Outbreak?
A lot has happe ned in the past week. COVID-19 has become more widespread throughout the world, especially in the United States. A bit closer to home, someone on my sailing aboard MSC Meraviglia tested positive for the virus – and I began to show symptoms.
Let me start off, first, by saying that I am okay. I have had a dry cough and fever, along with a few other symptoms related to the virus, but my breathing is fine. I am 24 years old. I have very little to worry about in terms of the impact of this virus on my body. What I do worry about, though, is the impact of the virus on my…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike’s 1-Minute Marketing Memos
When Is The Best Time To Grow a Tree?
This could take a moment. Go grab a cup of coffee and come back prepared to give today’s message some serious thought.
The answer to my question is “20 years ago.”
Not in the spring. Not in the fall. Not in the winter. Not in the summer. If you planted a tree twenty-years ago you would be enjoying a little shade today. I can hear some of you now, “Is that all you have for us today Mike? Have you turned into a dendrologist?” Stay tuned.
I am betting you are a lot like me when it comes to the following…
— Travel Research Online
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Upcoming Training Opportunities
Australis 102 – Itinerary Ideas in Patagonia
Thursday, March 26, 2020 at 2 pm EDT/11 am PDT
Our last webinar Australis 101 focused on the basics of Australis Cruises, our ships, itineraries, and some online tools to help you sell Patagonia and Australis to your South America bound clients. In this webinar we will do a brief review of the basics and then offer itinerary suggestions for other areas within Patagonia that can easily be combined with the cruise to form an incredible land/sea adventure.
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