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Destinations
EU to recommend reinstating Covid-related travel restrictions on US
The European Union is expected to recommend on Monday that member states reinstate Covid-related travel restrictions and halt nonessential travel from the United States and five other…
— CNN
Some countries are setting vaccine expiration dates for travel
You got vaccinated, but now some countries are imposing time limits on the COVID-19…
— The Points Guy
Greece Has Welcomed Over 6 Million Tourists So Far This Year
As the summer season is coming to an end, the Greek Minister of Tourism, Haris Theocharis, has acclaimed the country’s performance during the season and pointed out that the country has welcomed more than six million…
— SchengenVisaInfo.com
Tours and Activities
Top 7 Day Trips From Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
7 Day Trips from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. There are plenty of options to explore and spend a few days in less crowded locations, fantastic destinations that offer incredible one-of-a-kind…
— Travel Off Path
How To Plan A Trip To Canada's Yukon Territory Before It Gets Too Cold
Canada's Yukon Territory is an adventure just waiting to happen, and before temps drop below freezing, there's plenty that potential visitors can…
— The Travel
10 Fantastic Things To Do In Catalina Island
California's Catalina Island is the perfect getaway for a day trip or a long weekend. It exudes European charm amid a warm…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
Another Cruise Line Changes Requirements to Cruise
Another cruise line has changed their requirements to cruise on their cruise ship that offers short cruises to the Bahamas. Following an order…
— CruiseFever
Celebrity Cruises Ship by Ship Restart Summary
With a number of its vessels back cruising, Royal Caribbean Group's Celebrity Cruises brand will see its fleets continue to enter service this fall…
— Cruise Industry News
Disney to Require Vaccinations for Bahamas Cruises
Disney Cruise Line on Tuesday joined other lines that dock in Florida in planning to require COVID-19 vaccinations for most passengers ages 12 or older traveling to the…
— Tallahassee Reports
Viking Cruise News: Expedition Cruise Ships To Have COVID-19 Testing Labs
Viking's expedition ships, debuting in 2022, will have onboard lab facilities so passengers can be tested for COVID-19, the cruise line's founder and chairman…
— CruiseCritic.com
Transportation
Afghan woman gives birth on evacuation flight to Britain
An Afghan woman on board an evacuation flight to Britain gave birth to a baby girl early on Saturday with assistance from the cabin crew, Turkish Airlines said in a…
— Reuters
Italy's New National Airline Reveals US Route Plans | One Mile at a Time
Alitalia's replacement, ITA, has filed with US authorities to request permission to fly to the United States. Here's what we can…
— One Mile At A Time
British Airways Plans To Launch Low-Cost European Airline
A member to its staff revealed that British Airways is planning to launch a low-cost airline offering short-haul European…
— Travel Off Path
Where Are The World's Busiest Airports This August?
For the past 18 months, the travel downturn has played havoc with airlines and airports worldwide. Some big-name global aviation hubs have seen their status diminished while others have been suddenly thrust into the…
— Simple Flying
Lodging
5 Luxury Hotels With Breathtaking Landscapes
From cliff tops boasting bird’s-eye views of historic villages to cave dwellings dating back to the Stone Age, it is through natural landscapes that we can experience travel…
— Architectural Digest
Readers voted these eco-friendly hotels as the best in the United States
For a sustainable stay, book one of these 10 best eco-friendly hotels, as voted by USA TODAY 10Best…
— USA Today
Luxury Boutique Hotels To Stay At In Jamaica
Jamaica's all-inclusive resorts, beautiful beaches and party vibe are all reasons why visitors flock to this island destination…
— Travel Awaits
US Hotel Occupancy Continues To Slide
With surging COVID-19 infection rates and most schools now back in session, it’s not surprising that U.S. hotel occupancy continues to…
— Hospitality.net
Other and Odd
Thinking about a working getaway? Here are the world's top 10 spots for 'workations'
As telecommuting has proven necessary, practical and long-lasting for many amid the pandemic, a common thought’s been occurring to employees…
— CNBC
10 Healthy Tips for Travelers With High Cholesterol
Healthy tips for eating out, packing medications, staying active, and more, from a…
— Travel+Leisure
Greece's entertainment venues, restaurants, bars to require proof of vaccination or recent recovery
The measures limit access to certain indoor venues only to those who are vaccinated or have recently recovered from…
— USA Today
Today in History
Mary Shelley
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, née Godwin, was born on this day in 1797. Her mother died 11 days after her birth, and she was subsequently raised by her father who provided her a somewhat eccentric, but rich, education. She married the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley and traveled extensively through Europe. In 1816, the couple spent the summer near Geneva, Switzerland with Lord Byron, where she conceived…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
What Can Online Porn Teach the Travel Industry
by John Frenaye
Monday August 30, 2021
Well, if that i s not an attention-grabbing title, I don’t know what is. But bear with me because there is a lesson to be learned and it is a good one. And I promise all links will be completely suitable for work.
I have long championed owning your own sandbox when it comes to an online presence. There are many travel agencies that rely on cookie-cutter websites provided by their host, franchise, or consortia. There are even some who have foregone a website and are relying on Facebook for their online presence. This is one of the most dangerous mistakes you can make.
Own your own sandbox. Make your own…
— Travel Research Online
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Publishers Corner
Lessons for Travel Professionals from Whole Foods
by Richard Earls
Sunday August 29, 2021
OK. I confess.  It’s not cool, and entirely too hipster, but I’m a fan of Whole Foods. Yes, I know the organic grocer is sometimes the object of all manner of ridicule. However, Earth Fare, Whole Foods and Fresh Market along with some local organic grocery stores provide plenty of variety and a nice break from the standard grocer fare. At one time, I could walk to a Whole Foods from my house, so it is my favorite, but perhaps you have your own.
I am of the opinion there are some important lessons for travel professionals wrapped up, organically of course, in each of these grocery chains.
Price is not the only consideration - Yes, in these columns I’ve…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Three Keys to Earning Clients’ Trust
 “Who do you trust?”
A handful of seasoned travel agents will recognize these four words as the title of a TV show first introduced in the early fifties and hosted by Johnny Carson.
Fast-forward nearly 70 years and these four words still represent an interesting…
— Travel Research Online
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