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Destinations
Four Major Destinations Are Already Set To Be 2022's Most-Booked
While some of these destinations are to be expected, others are more of a surprise - and they include everything from beaches to historic…
— The Travel
Caribbean Travel News
The lowest CDC approved Caribbean islands; The US is warning Americans to reconsider travel to these three islands; Corona Island is coming in 2022; Jamaica gears up to offer an island Christmas and more Caribbean travel news in 60 seconds this…
— News American Now
Brazil updates Covid travel rules, will quarantine unvaccinated airline visitors
Travellers coming to Brazil still need to submit a negative PCR test result before boarding in their country of origin and submit a declaration to the country's health regulator. Unvaccinated travellers will have to take a new coronavirus test after the…
— The Hindustan Times
Tours and Activities
Some people are actually paying to get ‘lost’ on vacation
Many people travel to get away from it all. A few travel to get away - and then walk their way…
— Stars and Striped
Switzerland ditches some travel restrictions to save its ski season
If you're craving a vacation in a European winter wonderland but travel restrictions have left you grounded, Switzerland is making it easier to visit…
— The Points Guy
Cruise
Crystal Cruises Returns to Alaska in 2022
Crystal Cruises marks its return to Alaska after three years with a series of unforgettable 7- to 11-night voyages in summer…
— FTN News
Hawaii Grants Permission for UnCruise Adventures Winter and Spring Sailings
UnCruise Adventures has announced that it has started operations over the Thanksgiving holiday. According to a press release, the 36-guest Safari…
— Cruise Industry News
From Tundra to Table: Quark Expeditions’ new culinary experience
Tundra to Table: Inuit Culinary Experience, is a new feature introduced by Quark Expeditions and available on selected Ultramarine Arctic sailings in…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Can you go on a cruise while pregnant?
Expecting a baby is exciting news and “babymoons” are becoming increasingly popular. A nice break away gives soon to be parents an opportunity to relax and spend some quality time together before the big…
— Cruise Blog
Transportation
American Airlines cutting international flights
If you're looking to take that dream European vacation this summer, better get your tickets…
— News Nation Now
Connect Airlines Wants To Be America's First Zero Emission Airline
Upcoming carrier Connect Airlines has launched a Project Zero. Through retrofitting as many as two dozen regional turboprop aircraft with hydrogen fuel cells, it hopes to become the first zero-emissions airline in North America by…
— Simple Flying
Delta flight to LA diverted after passenger assaults flight attendant and air marshal, police say
A Delta flight headed to L.A. was diverted Thursday night after a passenger assaulted a flight attendant and an air marshal, police…
— ABC 7
Flying without wings: The world's fastest trains
High-speed trains offer greener alternatives to short-haul flights. From China's floating Maglev trains to France's border busting TGVs, these are the fastest railway services you can ride…
— CNN
Lodging
NH Hotel group opens its first five-star hotel in Copenhagen
In a unique location by the water at the entrance of the lively Christianshavn in the Danish capital
The concrete structure has been preserved as sustainability is a key element for the hotel…
— Hospitality Net
Apple digital room keys go live at Hyatt hotels
Apple users staying at six Hyatt hotels in the US can now use a digital room key stored in Wallet to unlock their room and access other…
— NFC World
34 Hotels To Visit This Holiday Season
Properties are spreading good cheer through offerings like holiday lights e-bike tours, shopping from your hotel suite and culinary…
— Forbes
Other and Odd
Six ways to be a more ethical traveller in 2022
Sustainable tourism isn't just about the environment. It requires thinking about a place, the people and the…
— The Star
Democrats say it's time to crack down on hidden airline fees
Democrats in the House and the Senate say it's time to crack down on airline…
— WGN 9
Which Of These Predicted Travel Trends Will You Be Following?
The forecasted travel trends of 2022 are a combination of splurge-worthy destinations, and creature comforts - which are you in…
— The Travel
Today in History
The King Abdicates the Throne
His name was Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David and he ascended the throne of the United Kingdom on January 20, 1936 as King Edward VIII. But shortly after he took the throne, Edward announced he wished to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson. His ministers, however, had other ideas. Being a divorcee, the ministers…
— Travel Research Online
Spotlight
Renewing the Heart of Hungary
by Joseph DeLoach
Thursday December 09, 2021
Budapest, with  its wonderfully varied architecture, is getting a revamped look of an important part of its history and culture. Buda Castle has been a staple of the landscape of Budapest for 750 years. But, starting in 2019 and continuing into well into this year, Buda Castle and the surrounding district of Budapest is getting a well-deserved upgrade. Dubbed The National Hauszmann Program, this restoration and improvement project has had a substantial impact on what the traveler will witness in an already vibrant…
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
“Just Keep Swimming” Says World Travel Holdings
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday December 10, 2021
“We are a lit tle broken. Life is scary. The waters aren’t always calm and you may not know what to do,” says Drew Daly. “But just keep swimming.”
It’s all about having a plan, the World Travel Holdings (WTH) senior vice president told attendees at the Dream Vacations/Cruise One annual conference onboard Celebrity Apex in November. And clearly, the WTH team that manages the franchising brands has been working on theirs.
In their first live conference in two years, they gathered 800 franchisees and travel advisors aboard one of the first US sailings of the beautiful Celebrity Apex for a week of ship inspections, education and general fun. The agenda included soothing concerns about the phasing out of the Cruises Inc. brand (going well, it seems), a little background on how the company is doing (seeing strong…
— Travel Research Online
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Upcoming Training Opportunities
Hungary: Prepared to be WOW'd in 2022
Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 1 am EST/10 pm PST
Hungary welcomes all visitors, because its beauty and tourist values have not faded in the past pandemic, very difficult period. There have been many tourist developments and Hungary welcomes everyone in all its Christmas – Holiday season glory.
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