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Editor’s Note — TRO wants to remind its Travelgram readers the articles presented here are meant to assist you in remaining informed and prepared to discuss travel news of the day with clients.
Destinations
New Zealand set to reopen borders to international tourists
After more than two years, New Zealand will reopen its borders to Australians starting April 12, and to international tourists from visa-waiver countries from May 1, the government announced on Wednesday, March 16.…
— CNN
Have you seen Nevada's 7 Weirdest Wonders?
The Weird Nevada campaign includes open-air museums, an alien research center, an accidental geyser, a garnet-spewing volcano and hundreds of…
— Nevada Review
Tours and Activities
10 Best Places to Travel in May
May is the perfect month of the year to see grizzlies in British Columbia, whales in Monterey, or live music in…
— AFAR
Would You Travel to a Honeymoon Hotspot With a Platonic Friend?
Before I went to honeymoon vacation destination The Maldives, I was repeatedly asked why I chose a place rife with lovers when traveling without a romantic partner.…
— Fodor's
Cruise
Norwegian Cruise Line Ship Runs Aground in the Dominican Republic
The Norwegian Escape, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line runs aground in the Dominican Republic while…
— Cruise Hive
9 Cruise Concepts That Didn't Quite Catch On
We take you through 9 cruise concepts - such as a non-smoking ship, split bathrooms, and dynamic dining - that were a bit of a…
— Cruise Radio
Transportation
Get ready for higher fares
Airline shares jumped on faster-than-expected demand improvement. Airlines bet surge in travel demand will help offset fuel…
— CNBC
Looking to cut travel costs amid high gas prices? Amtrak just launched a sale on Roomette tickets
Travelers who book a Roomette can bring a companion for free for travel between March 16 and May 22. The flash sale ends March…
— USA Today
Lodging
20 Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resorts in the World
These dreamy adults-only all-inclusive resorts include everything you need for a vacation in one place, at one price. Let the fun…
— Reader's Digest
Where to Stay in Cancun: Best Hotels and Areas For Every Budget
Looking for where to stay in Cancun Mexico. There are the best hotels and areas in Cancun to stay on your next…
— The Planet D
Other and Odd
9 Restaurants in Completely Unexpected Places
We'd go out of our way to visit a restaurant in an amazing and unexpected location - like the ocean floor, perhaps, or inside an ice…
— Conde Nast Traveler
How to Ease Back into Traveling for Work
With the introduction of Covid-19 restrictions, travel dramatically dropped domestically and internationally, with business travel down by 90% at the lowest point in the year. Now here are four strategies for your next business…
— Harvard Business Review
No sign of US ending testing rules for international travel
Over the last month, many countries have made international travel during the pandemic easier and more convenient by easing COVID-19 testing…
— The Points Guy
Today in History
Hugh Thompson, Jr. - An American Hero
Captain Hugh Thompson, Jr. was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. On the morning of March 16th, 1968, he flew his helicopter over a small village in Vietnam the soldiers referred to as "Pinkville" but the locals knew as My Lai.…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS ADDS CAPACITY WITHIN SOUTH AFRICA FOLLOWING COMAIR GROUNDING
South African Airways (SAA) has taken note of a decision by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) to indefinitely ground all…
— Travel Research Online
Canva Templates for Travel Professionals Produced by TRO and Voyager Websites Week of 3.14.22
Use these Canva templates to market your travel agency on social…
— Travel Research Online
TRO SMITH
2 Minute Marketing Video: 5 Rules of Customer Service - #2
by Richard Earls
Wednesday March 16, 2022
Clients enter i nto a professional relationship with you not fully understanding what you do. It is your job, as the professional, to teach them, to train them in their responsibilities and in your own role in the travel planning exercise. Assume responsibility for the course of the relationship. Take charge. But respect your clients. Your attitude is written all over your face. Clients will inevitably sense the way you approach them, the way you feel about your…
— Travel Research Online
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