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Destinations
Nigeria on high alert as it confirms three cases of Omicron variant
Africa's most populous nation is on high alert as three people in the country have the newly identified coronavirus variant Omicron, a statement from the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC)…
— CNN
21 Countries That Have Enacted New Travel Restrictions Due To Omicron
A number of countries have recently enacted some new entry restrictions for international visitors because of the new…
— Travel Off Path
US Travel Advisories: What destinations are Americans asked to "avoid" in latest update?
Amid ongoing concern about surges and new COVID-19 variants, the Department of State updated its travel advisories again. Here's what that…
— Lonely Planet
The 10 most desirable long-haul regions: Wanderlust Travel Awards 2021
From dazzling white landscapes to ancient roads, these are the far-flung regions of the world our readers are dreaming…
— Wanderlust
Tours and Activities
Why An All-Inclusive Ski Trip Might Be Your Best Winter Vacation
From budget to luxury, the best way to avoid unpleasant and costly surprises on a ski trip is choose one that is…
— Forbes
10 best destinations for solo travellers
From Albania to Ireland, Alexandra Riemann has a guide…
— Evening Standard
Cruise
239 Cruise Ships to Sail in December as Industry Restart Continues
The global cruise industry restart continues in December with 239 cruise ships set to operate from 68 brands globally, according to the December edition…
— Cruise Industry News
Royal Caribbean releases new 2023 Alaska cruises to book
Royal Caribbean has released its Alaska cruises for 2023…
— Royal Caribbean Blog
Considering An Alaskan Cruise? Why You Shouldn't Hesitate
After reading this bit of persuasive evidence, there's no reason anyone should be hesitating to book a cruise through Alaska's…
— The Travel
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines reveals cruise sale - get free drinks & included tips
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines today has unveiled its new cruise sale. Offers include a world cruise and a selection of hand-crafted sailings all at £699 per…
— World of Cruising
Transportation
Japan asks airlines to suspend reservations for flights to country in response to omicron
Japan is asking airlines to suspend reservations for flights to the country in one of the strictest responses in the world to the new omicron coronavirus…
— The Hill
Historic Moment: Vietnam and the U.S. are once again connected by air
Vietnam Airlines makes its first flight to the U.S. between Ho Chi Minh City and San Francisco on Boeing 787-9…
— Aviocionline
EU to Sanction Belarus, Syrian Airlines Over Migrant Crisis
Belarusian national carrier Belavia and Syria’s Cham Wings Airlines are among entities the European Union is planning to sanction over a migrant crisis that the bloc blames…
— Bloomberg
Airlines' Environmental efforts yet to affect insurance: Experts
Insurers are broadly supportive of airline sustainability efforts to reduce their carbon footprints, but this has yet to impact underwriting, experts…
— Business Insurance
Lodging
Dozens of new places to stay, eat and play in Colorado's ski towns this winter
Here are nearly 40 hotels, restaurants, bars and lounges that have opened since last ski…
— The Denver Post
Mama Shelter Roma hotel review, Rome
An imperial orgy of fun design and good vibes just around the corner from the Vatican. This is the latest opening from the low-cost, high-concept hangout hotel group Mama…
— Conde Nast Traveller
You Can Now Live the Standard Hotel Lifestyle Year-round With Its New Miami Residences
Live The Standard hotel lifestyle year-round with its new residences, opening in Miami in…
— Travel+Leisure
Why hotels are focused on all-inclusive resorts
As the highly contagious Delta variant continues to spread, many people are still wary of travel. But their comfort levels appear to increase when they choose to stay in one location…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
How Women Are Spending on Travel Right Now
Whether its long-haul trips to reunite with loved ones or high-end experiences after almost two years closer to home, women are reprioritizing what they spend their travel dollars…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Barbados Severs Relations With Queen Elizabeth II, Declares Independence in Glittering Event
Barbados, a former British colony, became a republic on Tuesday, nearly 400 years after the first English Royals ruling the land. The newly Republic celebrated it's…
— Sentinelassam
22 budget travel items you need to have
Travel is more expensive in 2021, but what you bring doesn’t have to be. When it comes to travel, packing the right gear can make travel more comfortable from start to finish, whether you’re traveling on a budget or if you’re…
— CNN
Today in History
The Last TWA Flight
On this day in 2001, Trans World Airlines Flight 220 landed in St. Louis International Airport ending 71 years of TWA operations. TWA’s assets were purchased by American Airlines. Flight 220 was piloted by Captain Bill Compton. Started in 1930, TWA filed three times…
— Travel Research Online
Upcoming Training Opportunities
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Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 3 pm EST/12 pm PST
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