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Destinations
Coronavirus digest: Travel bans ineffective, WHO says
The World Health Organization said bans on international travel have proved ineffective. Meanwhile, the English will lower their masks. Follow DW for the latest coronavirus…
— DW
The Design World’s 19 Most Beloved Travel Destinations
Architects and interior designers share insider takes on vacation spots near and…
— Architectural Digest
Thailand Relaunches Quarantine Free Entry With New Requirements
Thailand is set to bring back its popular Test & Go entry method from February - with some extra requirements for…
— Travel Off Path
FAQs About Your First Trip To Honduras, Answered Here
Honduras is a beautiful destination for those seeking an exotic, tropical getaway, and these are some of the most common FAQs,…
— The Travel
Tours and Activities
A guide to the best train trips to Europe's most colourful corners
Every week, our Holiday Hero Neil Simpson takes an in-depth look at a brilliant holiday topic, doing all the legwork so you don't have to. This week: Train trips across…
— Daily Mail
Considering a Trip to Maui? Here's What to Know
Beyond witnessing dreamy sunsets, visitors are encouraged to think more thoughtfully about sustainable travel practices and giving back to the…
— Marie Claire
Dos And Don'ts When Visiting Iceland For The First Time
Iceland is an entire land full of wonder and adventure, but travelers should know these dos and don'ts before their plane touches…
— The Travel
Add These Stargazing Sites to Your Travel Itinerary to Enjoy Night Skies
With the increasing pollution, we can't look at a sky full of stars in many metropolitan…
— NBC News 18
Cruise
Top 20 Biggest Cruise Ships in the World
Ships today, mega ships as they are known, are as big as some aircraft carriers. But how big are they and how do we measure…
— Cruise Blog
Crystal's Woes: Parent Genting Hong Kong Files For Insolvency
Crystal is suspending operations for its ocean and expedition ships through April 29, 2022, with river cruises suspended through the end of May 2022. Is this the end of Crystal? We don't think…
— River Cruise Advisor
American Cruise Lines to double coastal cruising with 12 catamarans
Newbuildings will join the owner's current fleet of 15…
— TradeWinds
Vancouver: ‘Preparing for Record Year’ in Cruise
“We are preparing for another record year in Vancouver,” Mandy Chan, manager of cruise services for the Port of Vancouver, told Cruise Industry News. “We have about 325 calls scheduled of which approximately 90 percent are homeport…
— Cruise Industry News
Transportation
International airlines restore flights to US after 5G confusion
Major international airlines have resumed normal service after a slew of cancellations on Wednesday over fears the rollout of 5G mobile networks in the United States would compromise…
— CNN
Hawaiian, Delta, American and United Most Punctual Airlines in U.S., According to OAG's Punctuality League 2022
OAG, the world’s leading provider of travel data and insight, has revealed the most punctual airlines and airports in North America as part of its annual Punctuality League 2022. Three U.S. carriers ranked among the most punctual Mega Airlines in the…
— Business Wire
We tested earning American Airlines miles for 3 different hotel stays — here’s what we found
American Airlines is completely changing how you earn elite status. While the AAdvantage program is here to stay, you can say goodbye to the elite…
— The Points Guy
Southwest Faces Lawsuit After Passenger Removed Mask For Water
Southwest has been sued by a passenger who was reportedly removed from a flight after taking off her mask to drink…
— Simple Flying
Other and Odd
Travel Industry to Congress: Enact Urgent Policies to Restore Travel Demand
More than 600 travel industry members—representative of all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam— urging immediate action on near-term federal policies to restore and grow the…
— Hospitality Net
What you need to know about planning travel right now
Heading into the third year of the pandemic, there are still a bunch of variables to consider. Can we even make travel plans right now? Yes, definitely. Find out…
— CNN
Flying with a dog for the first time? We asked a vet for advice.
A couple of months ago, I flew for the first time with a dog. My partner and I were bringing our foster dog, Bono, from New York to his forever home in…
— USA Today
How To Capture Better Travel Photos
This tutorial is about the How To Capture Better Travel Photos. We will try our best so that you understand this…
— BollyInside
Today in History
The US Hostages are Released
On January 20, 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the President of the United States. Minutes later, the nation of Iran released 52 hostages they had held for 444 days in captivity. In retaliation for the United States' support of the former Shah of Iran, the Revolutionary Islamic government of Iran supported a student seizure of the United States embassy on November 4, 1979. Failed diplomatic efforts…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Host Agency Reviews Celebrates Travel Advisors with Host Week 2022
Minneapolis, Jan 18th, 2022 – Host Agency Reviews (HAR) has opened registration for their second annual Host Week event, a virtual event held Jan. 23rd - Jan. 29th. Host Week is a weeklong event that celebrates hosted travel advisors and the industry that supports them.
During an unprecedented time for the travel industry, Host Agency Reviews aims to leverage the free virtual event as an opportunity to celebrate the industry and offer concrete support for its continued growth. In that spirit, Host Agency Reviews’ enhanced their programming this year to offer free workshops for industry professionals as well as expanded giveaways and discounts.
For new and seasoned advisors, Host Week’s full schedule will also…
— Travel Research Online
The Incessant Traveler
Chitra Stern: Family Travel During the COVID Recovery Period
by David Cogswell
Thursday January 20, 2022
Every time Amer ican society suffers a severe trauma, people re-evaluate their lives and re-prioritize. “Spending time with family” always rises in the list of priorities.
As it relates to the travel industry, every big shock causes an increased demand for family travel. In 2000, when the Wall Street tech bubble burst, the stock market lost a third of its value, causing stock portfolios to plunge in value and some retirement funds to evaporate entirely. It was a devastating blow to many families.
YPB&R's National Leisure Travel Monitor marketing survey showed that people’s main priority had shifted from making money to…
— Travel Research Online
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