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Destinations
Croatia Is The Most Sought-After Destination In Europe Right Now
Move over, Italy. If the recent AirDNA data is anything to go by, the ever-busy Mediterranean has a new regional leader, and the fact that the trendy Croatia has taken up the mantle should come as no surprise to some. According to the vacation rental research group, Croatia is now officially…
— Travel Off Path
The ancient French town of floating gardens
We were drifting along a tracery of slender channels over which little wooden bridges arched steeply. Waterfowl ducked and dived around the boat, part of a wildlife menagerie of more than 100 bird species found here. My guide Alexis Lefevre was steering us through a network…
— BBC
Tours and Activities
10 essential food and drink experiences to have in Dutchess County, New York
There’s no denying that New York City is one of the finest gastronomic destinations to grace our planet, but the incredible Empire State cuisine doesn’t stop once you reach the Westchester border. Located roughly 90 minutes north of Manhattan, idyllic Dutchess County is a top…
— USA Today
Golf Hall Of Fame Returns To One Of The Most Celebrated Golf Courses In The World
The World Golf Hall of Fame is leaving its longtime home in St. Augustine, Florida, to become part of a new complex in North Carolina established by the United States Golf Association. The USGA is developing Golf House Pinehurst, making it a natural fit for the two organizations to…
— Travel Awaits
The best US road trips for electric cars in 2022
Step away from the gas pump and strap on your seat belt – the great American road trip is going electric. Interest in electric vehicles (EVs) is reaching new heights, and as companies across the country build charging stations to meet demands, hitting the highway in a zero-emissions car has…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Royal Caribbean drops pre-embarkation Covid testing on short cruises
Taking one more step toward opening cruising, Royal Caribbean Group in its quarterly report today announced it will be allowing vaccinated guests on voyages of five days or less to board without Covid testing. Unvaccinated guests and those sailing six nights or longer will continue to…
— Travel Research Online
Silversea Announces Name of New Ship, Details 2024-2025 Cruise Schedule
Silversea Cruises has announced its new 2024-2025 voyage collection, comprised of 341 new sailings to destinations in 120 countries between March 2024 and May 2025. The expansive offering is the largest in Silversea’s history, with more options thanks to a 56 percent increase in…
— Cruise Radio
Transportation
JetBlue and Spirit Merger may create a national low-fare airline - or not
JetBlue Airways Corporation and Spirit Airlines, Inc. today announced a merger agreement had been approved by their boards of directors. Under the agreement, JetBlue will acquire Spirit for $33.50 per share in cash for an aggregate fully diluted equity value of $3.8 billion…
— Travel Research Online
Everything You Need to Know About Train Travel in Europe This Summer
As airports throughout Europe have suffered staffing shortages amid high demand this summer, train travel is waiting in wings to whisk you off on your next excursion around the continent — long lines most likely not included. Europe is connected by an intricate rail system that links…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
This Is What Makes The Catskills Mountain Lodge So Famous (& Popular)
Every year the Catskills continue to draw visitors who wish to experience its natural wonder. Those who have frequently visited the region have probably already heard of the Mountain Lodge, and those new Catskills just need to be introduced. Located not too far off from some…
— The Travel
Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Guests Can Now Select From Over 30 Pre-Arrival MagicBand+ Designs
MagicBand+ is officially here! Walt Disney World Resort Hotel guests can now select from 33 designs for their pre-arrival MagicBand+ order. Solid color MagicBand+ are normally $34.99, but the pre-arrival discounted rate is $24.99. MagicBand+ with designs are normally $44.99 but are…
— WDW News Today
7 of the most Instagram-worthy hotels to host your wedding party
When planning a wedding, there's no such thing as over-sharing, especially on social media. That's why, when it comes to planning said celebrations, there's an emphasis on the location. Churches and backyards are the perfect settings for tying the knot, but when it comes to your…
— USA Today
Other and Odd
New York City promises your cellphone will work in subway tunnels — in about 10 years
If you’ve ever been on the New York City subway in the middle of a very important (or not-at-all important) phone call, only to have the call drop when you went through tunnels underground, relief may be in your future. You’ll have to wait up to 10 years for it, though. On Tuesday, the…
— The Points Guy
Most Popular U.S. Cities For Digital Nomads, According To Airbnb
As remote work becomes more prevalent, many people are beginning to blend work with travel. The number of digital nomads is steadily increasing, and companies like Airbnb have benefited. The company says that many travelers have been living in an Airbnb for entire seasons at a time…
— Travel Off Path
Today in History
The Marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana
Charles Philip Arthur George, the Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer were married on July 29, 1981. The couple's marriage at St Paul's Catheral was a departure from the usual venue of Westminster Abbey. It is…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
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— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Emerald Luna Christened In Amsterdam
Emerald Cruises’ newest Star-Ship Emerald Luna was christened today during a ceremony in Amsterdam. In attendance for Scenic Group, parent company of Emerald Cruises, were Rob Voss, COO – Scenic Group; David Winterton, Global Director of Brand & Marketing; Maggie Carbonell, VP Marketing – Scenic Group USA; and Ann Chamberlin, VP Sales – Scenic Group USA; as well as Monic van der Heyden, Commercial Director, Cruise Port Amsterdam, Johan Kaasjager, Managing Director of the Den Breejen Shipyard, embarking guests, and local dignitaries. Award-winning US travel industry advocate and educator Vanessa McGovern took the honors as godmother during the official ceremony.
— Travel Research Online
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Outposts
JetBlue and Spirit Merger may create a national low-fare airline - or not
by TRO Staff
Thursday July 28, 2022
 JetBlue Airways Corporation and Spirit Airlines, Inc. today announced a merger agreement had been approved by their boards of directors. Under the agreement, JetBlue will acquire Spirit for $33.50 per share in cash for an aggregate fully diluted equity value of $3.8 billion. Yesterday, Spirit terminated its proposed merger with Frontier Airlines.
“We are excited to deliver this compelling combination that turbocharges our strategic growth, enabling JetBlue to bring our unique blend of low fares and exceptional service to more customers…
— Travel Research Online
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der Something We Never Thought We’d See. Struggling to keep up with strong demand, long hold times and cranky customers, many travel advisors are turning business away for the rest of the summer—or maybe the rest of the year.