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Destinations
Is it safe to visit Europe? What to know about traveling near Ukraine
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began last week, the travel industry has joined in the effort to show solidarity to the afflicted…
— Washington Post
These Are The 10 Most-Visited Countries In South America
South America is made up of many beautiful countries, but which ones are tourists visiting the most? We've got the answer.…
— The Travel
Tours and Activities
The travelers facing down racism to see the world
For many Black travelers, preparing to visit a destination isn't just a matter of booking tickets, buying foreign currency or packing a swimsuit. Often it involves mentally preparing to be confronted by something barely mentioned in guidebooks --…
— CNN
Spring travel: Quirky attractions add whimsy to road trips
The one thing that'll make road-trippers gladly hit the brakes is an offbeat, one-of-a-kind, eye-catching roadside attraction. Some are destination-worthy, others best experienced if they happen to be on the way to or a short detour from your destination.…
— AJC.com
Cruise
You Can Now Buy a Vacation Home on a Cruise Ship Sailing Around the World
When Storylines' first residential cruise ship launches in 2024, it will feature 547 fully furnished residences available for…
— Travel+Leisure
Consumers Optimistic About Cruise Travel in 2022
Consumers are optimistic about their 2022 cruise travel plans. The Ready to Board consumer cruise survey revealed that more than 80% of respondents have booked a cruise in the next two years or are planning or considering a cruise…
— PR Newswire
Transportation
Air Travel Consumer Report: December 2021, Full Year 2021 Numbers
The U.S. Department of Transportation today released its Air Travel Consumer Report on airline operational data compiled for the month of December 2021 and the full calendar year 2021 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs and scooters, complaints received, and…
— Dept of Transportation
United is cutting 17 routes and leaving one US city entirely
United has revealed another large slew of route cuts, including dropping one Louisiana city entirely citing low demand and staffing…
— Business Insider
Lodging
Virgin Hotels Is Openings Its First Property in Europe
Two Virgin Hotels are coming to Scotland this spring - here's a look at the Edinburgh property, which will open…
— Travel+Leisure
The all-new 'Star Wars' hotel
To say the brand-new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel was off the chain would be the understatement of the…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
TikTok air travel hacks debunked: Which ones actually work?
Some tricks such as putting clothes into pillowcases and hiding extra shirts in an overcoat may not actually be all that…
— NY Post
Tampa man stuck in Russia due to restrictions on air travel, finances
Americans are having a hard time fleeing Russia after the European Union and Canada restricted airspace, blocking planes from flying over.…
— Fox News
Today in History
Yellowstone National Park
The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Cruise Lines Offers Complimentary Airfare for Select U.S. Cruises
Guilford, CT— February 28, 2022 — American Cruise Lines, the country’s largest small ship cruise line, is pleased to offer Complimentary Domestic Airfare for select 2022 U.S. river cruises. With the 2022 season just beginning, the Line is offering complimentary domestic airfare on select new bookings for its Mississippi River or Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise itineraries. The offer is valid for all modern riverboat departures through the end of May, 2022.
American Cruise Lines is committed to providing the most comprehensive and seamless travel experience possible for their guests across the country. In addition to the current complimentary airfare opportunities, the Line also recently added a Flat Rate domestic airfare option for all its U.S. cruises. American Cruise Lines operates only 100% domestic itineraries and…
— Travel Research Online
TRO SMITH
The Challenge of Marketing on Facebook
by Richard Earls
Sunday February 27, 2022
You probably kn ow far less than 10% of your followers on Facebook are going to see any of your business page posts. The organic reach on Facebook continues to decline. The Facebook algorithms have become more restrictive, yet many business page owners are surprised by their low engagement rates. The surprise partly stems from their experience with their personal Facebook profile which always generates commentary and "Likes." However, the algorithms controlling the visibility of personal posts are completely different from those controlling business pages.
 Nothing about the decline of Facebook’s organic reach should really surprise us. Early adopters to Facebook had a free ride for a long time and now we have to pay to dance. Using Facebook…
— Travel Research Online
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