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Destinations
Ready to get away? Europe hopes to lure American tourists this summer
"Greece is offering what people need," Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis tweeted as the country reopened May…
— NBC News
3 French destinations to visit once the borders reopen
France boasts some stunning landscapes and experiences that will entice any…
— IOL
Ireland to resume EU, UK and US travel from mid-July
Ireland plans to adopt a COVID-19 certificate to help citizens move more freely across the European Union from mid-July and will apply the same broad approach to arrivals from the United States and…
— Reuters
Tours and Activities
Top 10 Things To Do Outdoors in New York This Summer
This summer, New York City welcomes back tourists. A list of Top 10 Things To Do Outdoors in New York This…
— Travel Off Path
10 best places to visit in Turkish riviera's Fethiye
With its beautiful nature, crystal clear water and white sand, Fethiye is a perfect destination for nature…
— Daily Sabah
Cruise
Don't get excited about Florida cruises yet. The state's 'vaccine passport' ban creates ocean of confusion
Cruise lines plan to sail from Florida and have been approved to do so by the CDC. Will a ban on vaccine passports stop them? The answer is…
— USA Today
Alaska's port towns are one step closer to welcoming back big cruise ships
In a step toward a limited, late summer cruise season, Norwegian Cruise Line has signed an agreement with the state of Alaska and several of Alaska’s port…
— KRBD
Various Expedition Cruise Brands Plan Quick Restarts
As the cruise industry gears up for a global comeback, the booming expedition market is also getting back into service with many brands and ships…
— Cruise Industry News
Transportation
Learn a New Skill or Language From 35,000 Feet Thanks to American Airlines' New In-flight Program
American Airlines is expanding its in-flight entertainment program with more than 150 creative, productivity, or language…
— Travel+Leisure
Russia refused entry to 2 airlines from France and Austria because they planned to avoid Belarusian airspace
The European Union asked airlines to avoid Belarusian airspace after the country forced a Ryanair plane to land and arrested a dissident on…
— Business Insider
Unruly airline passengers: What is the role of the captain and flight crew in taming bad behavior?
It does not matter that you have paid for a seat; the captain has the authority to have you removed if you do not comply with the mask…
— USA Today
Lodging
How NoMad Turned a Legendary Courthouse Into London's Coolest New Hotel
The bold brand's long-awaited first property outside the U.S. has transformed the Bow Street Magistrates' Court without erasing its thrilling…
— Travel+Leisure
Looks like a Conrad, priced like a Hilton: Kids stay free at new all-inclusive Cancun property
The new Hilton Cancun is accepting reservations for November 2021 and…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Travel Tips For Your Post-Vaccination Memorial Day Weekend
COVID cases are down, half of the country is at least partially vaccinated and the wanderlust has struck. But the rebound could also mean new challenges for your getaway. Here's how to avoid…
— NPR
Majority of Americans favor vaccine verification for travel purposes: survey
Seventy percent of Americans favor vaccine verification while traveling by plane or staying in a hotel, a new PwC survey…
— The Hill
Agent Perspectives
Discover Another Star in the Royal Horticultural Society’s Constellation
by Paull Tickner
Friday May 28, 2021
Many of your an glophile clients will have read about the new RHS Bridgewater Garden in their gardening magazines. I’ve put together a short stack of touring ideas which show how a visit can be included in a number of different itineraries in the north of England and North Wales with an extension to Ireland.
Using iconic names like the Beatles, Beatrix Potter, James Herriot (as recently enjoyed on PBS) Harry Potter and Dracula, this stunning new garden could give you the key that unlocks some profitable new perspectives on your old friend…
— Travel Research Online
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Deck Plans
From Barges To Luxurious River Boats
In previous posts, we learned how river cruising evolved from an experimental steamboat on the Saône to paddle-wheelers plying rivers in the United States and Europe to something resembling river cruising today: the first hotel barge in France. Since that first barge made its debut in 1966, forward-thinking entrepreneurs continued to develop and build riverboats that were the blueprints for the industry today. Next, we’ll head to a city on the Rhine to what may well be considered the birthplace of modern-day river…
— Travel Research Online
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