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Destinations
Instead of traveling to Europe, visit these 7 destinations in the US — Napa Valley over Italy, Vail in place of Switzerland, and more
Most summers see a surge in cross-continental travel as Americans flock to European cities like Paris, Venice, and London. Last year, 6.7 million Americans traveled to Europe during the months of June, July, and August, according to US Commerce Department data.…
— Business Insider
Can Singapore Replace Hong Kong As Asia’s Top Luxury Destination?
Following Beijing’s newly proposed national security law, the Guardian dramatically announced that this would be “the end of Hong Kong.” It might seem like an overreaction, but reality shows that Hong Kong has been sinking into chaos since March of…
— Jing Daily
Tours and Activities
A Honeymoon for Every Type of Traveler
With the hustle and bustle of wedding-planning taking center stage during your engagement, it’s easy to understand how the honeymoon can fall by the wayside. And with the rise of the mini-moon—that short trip immediately after the wedding, usually to a nearby or inexpensive destination—to supplement a grander honeymoon down the road, planning for a honeymoon feels less urgent than ever…
— Columbus Monthly
Competitors working together as Yellowstone preps to reopen
The Montana entrances to Yellowstone are still closed, but that hasn’t stopped several Big Sky tour companies from teaming up to be ready when those gates do open. The five tour companies — Big Sky Adventures & Tours, Discover Yellowstone Tours, Yellowstone Scenic Tours, Yellowstone Tour Guide and Yellowstone Touring…
— Casper Star Tribune
Cruise
Cruise ships implementing new technologies to combat COVID-19
Cruise ships are due for a high-tech upgrade. Like many other industries, cruise companies are making long-term plans to keep customers safe from the coronavirus pandemic (and other possible outbreaks). Due to the nature of cruise ships, however, special technology may need to be implemented to keep the boats…
— Fox Travel News
How Will Cruise Lines Serve Food in the COVID-19 Era?
We are in the middle of a paradigm shift, a true disruption in most aspects of our social lives; from meeting friends, going out, exercising, working to travelling. Covid-19 has brought many a lot of grief, but on the positive side, it is also working as a catalysator and an engine for creativity, innovation, and progress.…
— The Maritime Executive
Transportation
South African Airways To Get Another $1.2 Billion From Government
The fight continues to save struggling national carrier South African Airways. In May, the team of administrators overseeing the airline’s finances was given 25 days to come up with a plan to save the business. Today, a draft proposal has been announced, which includes a 21 billion rand…
— Simple Flying
Coronavirus: Canadian airline launches 'Covid class'
They are used to fly around big-name music stars and sports teams, but Air Canada is utilising its fleet of private charter Airbus A319 for select flights which have been dubbed "Covid class." The "Jetz" aircraft have been used by the likes of the Spice Girls, the Rolling Stones and U2 in the…
— Stuff.co
Lodging
Hotels adapting for new normal
The hotel experience has changed for the foreseeable future. At Oasis Hotel & Convention Center, guests and employees can’t enter the property until passing a temperature check and answering a list of health-related questions outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and…
— Small Business Journal
The Impact COVID-19 has had on Hotel Developments Across the Globe
The rapid spread and the increasing transmission rate of COVID-19 has demonstrated how interconnected and globalised our world is. This pandemic has caused unprecedented health and economic consequences around the…
— Hospitality.net
Other and Odd
Travel Medical Insurance Explained
No one wants to get sick while on vacation, and it can be one of the most uncontrollable aspects of traveling. Often, travelers assume that their health insurance will cover all costs of medical expenses in and outside the U.S. But not every health insurance plan covers every country and…
— Forbes
Thailand Plans ‘Travel Bubbles’ When It’s Ready to Open Borders
Thailand plans to create so-called “travel bubbles” through bilateral agreements designed to keep the novel coronavirus in check when the country’s borders are…
— Bloomberg
Today in History
Queen Elizabeth II Crowned
On this day in 1953, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held, having been delayed almost a year since her ascension to Queen to properly mourn her father, King George VI. She was 26 years old. Her coronation ceremony was the first to be broadcast on television, at Elizabeth's insistence (her prime minister, Winston Churchill, thought it a bad idea). Elizabeth remains Queen to this day, now 90 years old. She is the longest-lived British monarch and the second-longest reigning monarch, behind Queen Victoria.…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Advanced Bookings for Katarina Line's Cycle & Cruise Programs On the Rise as Travelers Seek Exercise and 'The Great Outdoors’ After Lockdowns
Award-winning small ship cruise specialist and DMC Katarina Line is reporting rising interest in its popular Cycle & Cruise programs as Croatia prepares to reopen its borders to international travel. The tours, departing from Split and Opatija, explore Croatia’s spectacular coastline, medieval towns, natural attractions, and picturesque small villages and bays. Other highlights include tours of vineyards, pine woods and natural attractions, such as Mljet National Park, Croatia’s oldest Mediterranean marine protected…
— Travel Research Online
Mike’s 1-Minute Marketing Memos
Are You Making a Difference?
 Today I have another audio clip for you. Let me know how you like these.
The question worth pondering is, “Are you making a difference in other people’s lives?” This is a question I ask myself often, and I think it might help keep you focused in the right direction as it relates to the world of travel.
You certainly do not want to appear overbearing, obnoxious, overly aggressive or considered manipulative in any way, shape, or form. You do, however, want to bring a breath of fresh air to the conversation and to the…
— Travel Research Online
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