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Destinations
Thousands of Italians Participated in a Nationwide Science Experiment While Quarantined
While abiding by quarantine rules, thousands of Italians are participating in a national science experiment. The Italian National Research Council is taking advantage of an unprecedented amount of people staying homes by enlisting them to help gather information about light pollution — specifically how much light from the street floods into Italian homes. Last month, more than 7,000 Italians…
— Travel+Leisure
Where Bulgari’s Lucia Silvestri Shops for Jewels in Jaipur
The creative director of the Italian jewelry brand on India's Pink City, where she goes to hunt down the brightest gems. “I always go to the Rambagh Palace hotel, which was once a maharaja's residence. It's green and peaceful despite being in the center of the city; a place where you can hear the murmur of fountains and people speaking in low voices.” “Lassiwala, around the corner from…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Tours and Activities
Filmmaker Jack Reynor Takes Us Underwater During a Conservation Trip in Seychelles
After starring in the cult favorite horror film "Midsommar" — delivering one of the breakout performances of 2019 — actor and director Jack Reynor decided to take a break from life on set. And for Reynor, "taking a break" looks like heading out into the Indian Ocean. Last December, Reynor embarked on a diving trip to assist with conservation efforts in the African island nation of Seychelles. After…
— Travel+Leisure
Will you go anywhere this fall? A look ahead to autumn travels
Nick Runge is planning to go to Italy in mid-September to host a workshop on painting watercolors, soak up the Tuscan scenery and celebrate his girlfriend's birthday. "It's at a vineyard, so they have their own wine. And then the town of Vinci where Leonardo da Vinci comes from is very close," says Runge, a Los Angeles-based artist. "This will be the first time I've ever visited Italy, so I'll be…
— CNN
Cruise
Are billionaires really self-isolating on superyachts?
When entertainment mogul David Geffen shared an image of his superyacht "Rising Sun" at sea alongside the caption "isolated in the Grenadines" last month, it's fair to say the post ruffled a few feathers. However well-meaning his message may have been intended, many felt the billionaire came off as tone deaf, pointing out that self-isolating on a $590 million superyacht (pictured in 2017,…
— CNN
Holland America, Carnival, Princess cruise lines extend cancellations through end of June
Holland America Line, Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruises have extended sailing suspensions through late June. Carnival said Monday it would extend its cancellation period through June 27. On Tuesday, Holland America and Princess said it would do so through June 30. Holland America has also cancelled all of its Alaska journeys for summer 2020 season and all of its "Land+Sea…
— USA Today
Transportation
US government agrees on $25bn bailout for airlines as pandemic halts travel
The US government agreed a $25bn bailout for the beleaguered airline industry on Tuesday as the coronavirus pandemic brings travel to a virtual standstill. Passenger airline companies are receiving direct aid as part of the $2.2tn Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (Cares Act) economic relief package passed last month in order to allow them to continue paying salaries and benefits…
— The Guardian
A positive from coronavirus pandemic: less traffic, especially in these major cities
One silver lining to the many measures taken to slow the spread of the new coronavirus has been the elimination of traffic congestion in the country's biggest cities. Travel speeds have increased nearly across the board in urban centers. It was not long ago that residents in these cities were used to dealing with heavy traffic on a near daily basis. It has been a few weeks now that most Americans have…
— USA Today
Lodging
How To Virtually Travel First-Class To Hawaii – Without The Flight And Jet Lag
For travel aficionados – and Hawaii enthusiasts — it’s more important than ever to find a way to escape virtually. While you’re practicing social distancing, there are plenty of ways to fulfill your wanderlust from the comfort of your own homes — even though you’re quarantined. Halekulani, the Hawaiian word for “House Befitting Heaven,” knows a little something about delivering the perfect…
— Forbes
Luxury Hotels Are Nearly Empty. Budget Hotels Still Have Customers.
All across America, high-profile hotels and resorts have shut down: The Las Vegas Strip is closed, as are all the hotels at Walt Disney World resort and many iconic city hotels like the Marriott Marquis in Times Square and the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills. STR, a leading provider of data on the hotel industry, estimates that 665,000 of the 5.4 million hotel rooms in the U.S. were out of service as…
— New York Magazine
Other and Odd
Tell us about the book that made you want to travel
How many trips to Thailand were sold on the back Alex Garland’s The Beach, or holidays in Tuscany inspired by E M Forster? Even before lockdown, some of the best travel inspiration came not from glossy brochures or commercials, but the printed word. And now, when the idea of being whirled off to distant realms has never felt more alluring, we’d like to hear about the book that inspired you…
— The Guardian
How Will Covid-19 Affect Future Travel Behavior? A Travel Crisis Expert Explains
Since 2007, the Tourism Crisis Management Initiative at the University of Florida has studied many disasters that have threatened the travel industry, from hurricanes to the Zika virus. Beginning in January, prompted by the coronavirus-related threat in China, it began a periodic survey of Americans who travel on their perceptions of risk and anxiety related to Covid-19, and the impact of…
— New York Times
These Inspiring Videos Will Make You Want To Travel Again
No business has been harder hit by the coronavirus than travel. The World Tourism Organization estimates global international tourist arrivals could decline between 20% to 30% this year, causing a loss of between $30 to $50 billion in spending. Yet improbably, some of the most inspiring messages during this crisis have come from the travel industry. Their messages will make you laugh, cry —…
— Forbes
Today in History
The Debut of Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson's debut on April 15, 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers ended professional baseball's color barrier. During the early years following his debut, Robinson endured abuse at the hands of baseball players and fans alike. The scope of his accomplishments, however, won over even the most hardened
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— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Croatia’s Small Ship Cruise Specialist ‘Katarina Line’ Announces 2021 Price List and Up To 10% Off ‘Early Bird’ Booking Discounts
Katarina Line, Croatia’s small ship cruise specialist and DMC, has announced the availability of its 2021 cruise program and price list. The new program offers an expanded cruising schedule and guaranteed departures for its most popular cruises out of Split, Dubrovnik, and Opatija. It features classic…
— Travel Research Online
Mike’s 1-Minute Marketing Memos
Communication
 The truth is that communication is such a detailed topic, I could write a book about it. In fact, others have already beaten me to it. Today, I will cover just a few facets in hope I can help your communications become more…
— Travel Research Online
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