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Destinations
Visiting micronations—a most unique travel experience
The world is so full of surprises, and there is so little we really know. Conspiracy theories aside, we are talking about something called micronations. These charming little places are sovereign countries/communes on their…
— Times of India
8 Destinations for Female Solo Travelers, According to the Pros
Nicaragua is an exciting under-the-radar option to consider traveling solo [to], and in the many times I have visited, I have met several other women traveling solo throughout the…
— Yahoo
How Hawaii's Pre-Travel Testing Program Works
Aloha from Hawaii! Hawaii has been an extremely popular destination for people to travel to in recent months, though traveling there without having to quarantine requires pre-travel…
— One Mile at a Time
Cruise
US cruises inch closer to resuming as CDC issues trial cruise guidance
Cruise ship operators may begin simulated voyages with volunteer passengers, per an order from the US Centers for Disease Control and…
— CNN
A US-based cruise line with a vaccine requirement says it's almost sold out for 2021 and already seeing high demand for 2022
The American Queen Steamboat Company is already seeing surging demand as cruising restarts in the…
— Business Insider
Princess Cruises Introduces New Contactless Dining Approach
Princess Cruises introduces contactless dining named 'Dine My Way' as part of the MedallionClass…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
Passengers who flouted mask rules face thousands in fines, FAA says
The FAA announced fines against four passengers Wednesday including three who balked at mask rules -- two of whom allegedly got…
— WUSA 9
American Airlines Is Selling 13 Hour Transpacific Flights For $90
Act fast. Select dates this year to Tokyo one-way from Miami are available for as low as…
— Simple Flying
Threaten a Delta employee? Say goodbye to your SkyMiles account and elite status
Delta just tightened its SkyMiles program terms and conditions to include a new provision - documented abusive behavior - around when a frequent flyer account might be…
— The Points Guy
Lodging
This gorgeous Yamagata hotel designed by architect Shigeru Ban has a stunning new spa
Shonai Hotel Suiden Terrasse, which now features a Finnish-style sauna, is surprisingly…
— TimeOut
Disney World’s Star Wars hotel opening pushed to next year
Walt Disney World Resort shared an update on its Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser on May…
— Fox Travel News
Hilton CEO: Business travel is back to about 50% of pre-Covid levels, but some markets are stronger
Hilton CEO Christopher Nassetta expressed optimism around the return of business travel, a crucial segment for the hospitality…
— CNBC
Other and Odd
The best travel gear for graduates in 2021
Here's a list of the best travel gadgets and tech gifts for your graduates, as chosen by the experts at…
— Yahoo! Finance
6 Suggestions for Traveling More Environmentally Conscious
Therefore, it would be only advisable to consider flights if there are no other options. Otherwise, travel by train or…
— The Costa Rica News
Today in History
The Chunnel Opens
On May 6, 1994, the tunnel from Folkestone, Kent, England to Coquelles, Pas-de-Calais, France opened for business. Passing under the English Channel, the Chunnel, as it became known, is a modern marvel of engineering. It is the second-longest undersea tunnel in the world. Eleven drilling machines worked for six…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
A Love Letter to Travel Advisors from Collette!
Dear Travel Advisor,
We want to take a minute to wish you a Happy Travel Advisor Day and to remind you that your partnership and commitment has truly have been a silver lining in the past year. We know that this continues to be an unbelievably difficult time for each of you and today we want to celebrate you for the support and commitment that you have…
— Travel Research Online
The Travel Institute Gifts All Advisors in Celebration of National Travel Advisor Day
FRAMINGHAM, MA, May 5, 2021 – In celebration of National Travel Advisor Day today in the United States, The Travel Institute is offering its Business Writing online learning module to agents in the U.S. and beyond, free of charge, through May 31.
“Cheers to those who have survived the challenges of the past year and to those newcomers bringing fresh energy and talent to our critical industry,” enthused Diane Petras, CTIE, president of The Travel…
— Travel Research Online
Ex Fida Bona
Does Your Traveler Know About Cancel for Any Reason Benefit?
by Bailey Foster
Thursday May 06, 2021
More and more p eople are getting vaccinated across the United States each day, and countries across the globe are starting to reopen for American travelers who are vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. As reported by the New York Times on April 25, 2021, tourists from America who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 will be able to visit the European Union over the summer. This is exciting news for all of us that have been waiting anxiously to begin traveling…
— Travel Research Online
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