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Destinations
Portugal orders COVID test, vaccination proof at hotel check-in
Scrambling to bring under control a worrying COVID-19 surge, tourism-dependent Portugal imposed stricter rules on Thursday, requiring holidaymakers to show a negative test, a vaccination certificate or proof of recovery to stay in…
— Reuters
Travel destinations according to your Zodiac sign
From off-the-beaten-path gems, to cities and coastal villages, here are your next travel destinations, based on your zodiac…
— Prestige
And relax! Best family-friendly European beaches revealed
Locals have offered their insider tips for the perfect beach breaks now that foreign travel is back on the…
— Yahoo!
Tours and Activities
7 popular city destinations that are absolutely worth the hype
7 popular city destinations that are absolutely worth the…
— EuroNews
World's Best Golf Trips - America's Hidden Gem Top 100 Golf Vacation
Wisconsin is not just the best kept secret in golf travel, it is one of the best golf destinations period, with multiple Top 10, 20, 50 and 100 ranked…
— Forbes
Cruise
Scenic Eclipse to Visit Saudi Waters for the First Time
Scenic Group has announced that its Scenic Eclipse will do a series of Red Sea itineraries for the first time in 2021. Scenic Group's first…
— Cruise Industry News
MSC Cruises' New Terminal in Miami Will Add Berths for 3 Cruise Ships
MSC Cruises is partnering with Fincantieri to build a new cruise terminal in Miami that will be able to accommodate three cruise ships at a time…
— CruiseFever
The world's largest cruise line is finally restarting operations in Europe
Royal Caribbean hasn't operated a cruise in Europe in more than a…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
Airport, airlines start legal action against Britain over travel rules
A group of airports and airlines launched legal action against the British government over its travel curbs on Friday, challenging ministers to be more transparent over decisions on rating COVID-19 risks in destination…
— Reuters
$350M 'palace on rails' luxury train concept unveiled
French designer Thierry Gaugain plans to take the rail travel experience to a completely new level with his latest concept, a private luxury train made to measure for one lucky, and very wealthy,…
— CNN
Frontier Airlines Celebrates 27 Years Of Operations
Frontier Airlines has turned 27 years old. The American ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) is putting on a celebration…
— Simple Flying
Lodging
12 Romantic Honeymoon Resorts and Hotels in Virginia
What are the most romantic hotels and resorts in Virginia? Click to discover honeymoon-worthy destinations for every kind of…
— Brides
Where are the housekeepers? COVID-19 guidelines, labor shortage affect hotel housekeeping service
Hotels across the U.S. have shifted away from automatic daily housekeeping services in recent…
— USA Today
Do I need to take precautions at hotels if I’m vaccinated?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the risk of COVID-19 is low if you’re fully vaccinated, and that you can resume indoor and outdoor activities without wearing a mask or…
— Associated Press
Other and Odd
What Qualifies For Travel Delay Insurance Coverage?
Stuck in an airport or hotel because of a travel delay? Travel insurance can reimburse you for extra expenses during the delay. Here's how it…
— Forbes
U.S. Faces Pressure To Allow Travel From Europe
Noel King talks to Jon Baselice, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Immigration Policy, about the growing calls for the U.S. to lift restrictions on European travelers to the United…
— NPR
White House not lifting travel bans soon: report
The Biden administration is likely to keep travel restrictions in place for…
— The Hill
Today in History
The Fourteenth Amendment
Although the Fourteenth Amendment was originally intended to provide full citizenship and rights to former slaves, the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses have provided important civil rights to all Americans. Ratified on this date…
— Travel Research Online
Agent Perspectives
Travelling Through Time in the Viking City of York
by Paull Tickner
Friday July 09, 2021
A recent press  release confirming the restaging of the popular York Mystery Plays (every 4 years) started me thinking about how this medieval form of street theatre could become the star attraction in a customised tour for a couple of clients, two-four friends travelling together, or a small group from a local church.
In addition to attending a Mystery Play performance, there’s a Vikings to Georgians journey-through-time walking tour, a cathedral celebrating its 1350th anniversary; a 12th century Cistercian Abbey; a Georgian water garden complete with ornamental lakes, avenues, temples and cascades; a treasure-filled Baroque castle; and, for light relief, a fascinating collection of period rooms ALL in miniature!
I know you’re extremely busy, but this novel approach to a 3-4 night York-based programme could…
— Travel Research Online
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Deck Plans
AmaWaterways To Introduce The Magdalena River Aboard an All-Suite, Eco-Friendly River Cruise Ship
AmaWaterways an nounced a partnership with Metropolitan Touring to introduce a new river cruise experience in Colombia.
Starting in December 2023, guests will be immersed in experiences on shore as well as on board a new custom-built, all-suite, eco-friendly river cruise ship. The new ship and cruise program will incorporate design experience from AmaWaterways’ President and Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, plus Metropolitan Touring’s expertise in expedition cruising in the Galápagos…
— Travel Research Online
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One-to-One Interviews
Anita Pagliasso, VP of Industry Relations, KHM Travel Group
 Anita has been in the travel industry for over 28 years. She founded the host agency Ticket to Travel in 1993, which was merged into KHM Travel Group in 2020. Her voice has been one of inspiring the at-home advisor with books such as "How I Made a Small Fortune as a Home-Based Travel Agent", and "From Home-Based to POWERHOUSE! – Marketing Strategies to take your Travel Passion to Profit". Anita is currently the Vice President of CCTO (California Coalition of Travel Organizations), and the Vice President of Industry Relations at KHM Travel…
— Travel Research Online
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