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Destinations
This Is Why Is Everyone So Obsessed With Iceland
It would be strange if someone wasn't obsessed with visiting Iceland, but these activities are why it's such a popular destination.…
— The Travel
7 things no one tells you about the Greek islands
If asked to name some of the Greek Islands, you’d probably be able to come up with a few off the top of your head, but in reality, there are closer to 6,000 of…
— MSN.com
Tours and Activities
A Guide to Weed and Travel, According to Women Who Know Both
From how to consume responsibly on vacation, to creative travel experiences led by women, we cover everything you need to know about weed and…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Visalia is changing the way families travel with those who are autistic
April is Autism Awareness Month and one Central California city is adopting a groundbreaking initiative to change the way families travel with those who are…
— KMPH
Cruise
Best river cruise cabins with Avalon Waterways
Discover the best river cruise cabins with Avalon Waterways and admire the only open-air balcony at…
— World of Cruising
What Are Expedition Cruises and How to Book
Adventure seekers may want to consider these once-in-a-lifetime at sea and on-land activities around the world. Here are a few cruises we…
— AARP
Transportation
Play, a new Icelandic airline, offers budget transatlantic flights
On Wednesday, an Icelandic budget airline named Play will debut in the United States, less than a year after launching in Europe. Its inaugural flight will travel from Baltimore-Washington International Marshall Airport to Iceland’s Keflavik…
— Washington Post
Amtrak to restore four long-distance trains to daily service in late May
Four of the seven Amtrak long-distance trains currently operating five days per week will return to daily schedules the week of May…
— Trains
FAA: zero tolerance unruly passenger policy will remain in effect
In a statement on Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) indicated its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers will be permanent despite a court decision…
— Travel Research Online
Justice Department to proceed with mask mandate appeal
The CDC on Wednesday requested the Justice Department to appeal a ruling issued by a Florida federal judge…
— Travel Research Online
Lodging
The Best Hotel in Greece Just Opened a Cocktail Bar and Restaurant With Unreal Sunset Views
It's the only place on Santorini where you can experience the island's picture-perfect sunset vistas and a Michelin-worthy…
— Travel+Leisure
All-inclusive resorts have changed. Here’s what you need to know
Looking for a getaway that’s easy to book, takes the guesswork out of day-to-day planning and keeps your credit card tucked safely in your wallet throughout? Try an all-inclusive…
— Washington Post
Other and Odd
Serial travel con man sentenced to 3 years in prison
The mastermind of a nationwide travel scam was sentenced to three years behind bars in federal court…
— News4Jax
US State Department Issues 30 New Travel Advisory Updates
The US State Department has just released a bumper list of new travel advisories - here's a look at which countries were…
— Travel Off Path
Today in History
Samuel Langhorne Clemens Dies
Born on November 30, 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens better known as Mark Twain, died on this day in…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Goway Marks Significant Growth in Maldives Travel Product Line
While the past two-plus years have been largely defined by uncertainty and challenges, Goway has marked significant growth in its Maldives travel product line during this…
— Travel Research Online
Katarina Line: Popular Land/Sea Combinations Such as ‘Coast Express’ Land Tour and ‘Breathtaking Croatia’ Cruise Tap Into Croatia’s Surging Popularity
The easing of COVID-19 travel restrictions across Europe is helping to bring back international travel in a big way. Croatia is among the beneficiaries, with record numbers of visitors expected in…
— Travel Research Online
Collette's Spring into Travel Sale is Coming (US Market)
It’s time for your clients to spring into travel with huge savings during our Spring into Travel Sale. This sale runs from April 25th – May…
— Travel Research Online
Canva Templates for Travel Professionals Produced by TRO and Voyager Websites Week of 4.18.22
Use these Canva Templates to market your travel agency on social…
— Travel Research Online
TRO SMITH
Reasons Consumers Mistrust Travel Agency Advertising - #4: It's Coercive
by Richard Earls
Thursday April 21, 2022
Consumer advoca tes often lodge the complaint that advertising is coercive and monopolistic, dictating public perceptions and buying habits. According to this theory, the public buys what they are told to buy, the product most advertised, rather than the product that is the best for their needs. Certainly, companies with the resources to put into advertising have a distinct advantage. Regardless of the actual merits of the argument, the perception it creates makes it more difficult to form a relationship with clients based on trust.
 In the context of travel agencies, consumers often feel that they are not empowered, worrying better travel products or values are somewhere "out there" but are not being disclosed by the travel professional.…
— Travel Research Online
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