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Destinations
Punta Cana Vs. Cancun: Where Should You Travel This Fall?
Punta Cana and Cancun are both popular destinations for affordable and relaxing vacations for Canadians and Americans. The flight to both destinations is short, especially from the East Coast, and there is an abundance of resort accommodation options available in each place…
— The Travel
The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to Travel on a Budget
Americans are spending big on travel these days. With pent-up demand from the pandemic, some of the big personal spending increases this year have been for travel and recreation. But you don't have to shell out all your hard-earned savings to enjoy your next vacation. To find the…
— The Motley Fool
Hong Kong to Ease Pandemic-era Travel Rules Next Week
Hong Kong will eliminate its mandatory 3-day hotel quarantine and ease testing rules next week, ending one of the last strict pandemic-era travel quarantine measures left in the world. Starting Sept. 26, overseas travelers arriving at Hong Kong International Airport will no longer…
— Travel+Leisure
Tours and Activities
7 scenic drives across the United States for your fall foliage fix
The United States is a car-obsessed nation, and a road trip feels like a natural right to many.
With gas prices slipping from their dizzying early summer heights and other folks wary of taking their chances with the air travel system, the fall road trip possibilities look pretty darn good this…
— CNN
Beautiful Durango, Colorado To Host First-Of-Its-Kind October Celebration Cyclists Will Love
Durango, Colorado, is considered by many people to be a mecca for bicyclists. After all, there are more than 2,000 miles of bike trails and hundreds of miles of road for biking in Durango and La Plata County, according to Durango. Of that, there are 40 mountain biking trails, totaling…
— Travel Awaits
What to eat and drink in Scotland
Scottish food will forever be associated with the deep-fried Mars bar, but this massively undersells a rich and varied national cuisine that can match anything found in the British Isles. Predictably, big cities in Scotland offer the richest pickings for foodies, but you’ll find impressive…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
7 Best Mediterranean Cruises for Every Type of Traveler
Perhaps you’re eager to hop between big-city, blockbuster Mediterranean metropolises at ports like Barcelona, Athens, or Rome on a seamless cruise-based itinerary. Maybe you’re yearning for a beach escape on a storied strip along the French Riviera or a Greek island idyll. Or you…
— AFAR
National Geographic Day Tours offer cruise passengers historic, cultural excursions
Calling all history buffs and art lovers: National Geographic Expeditions and global travel group TUI will begin offering National Geographic Day Tours in 2023 focused on subjects like history, culture and conservation. "We believe that when we educate our travelers about a destination…
— USA Today
Transportation
These Are The Best And Worst U.S Airports For Traveler Satisfaction
A new study has revealed the best and worst U.S. airports for travel satisfaction in 2022. J.D. Power completes this study yearly and ranks airports on a 1,000-point satisfaction scale. Compared to 2021, this year saw a 25-point overall drop, likely due to the summer’s chaotic…
— Travel Off Path
Biden to announce new rules for airlines and travel sites to be more transparent about additional fees
President Joe Biden on Monday is expected to announce a new proposed rule that would require airlines and travel sites to be more transparent about additional fees that customers could be charged, including for baggage, flight changes or cancellations, a White House official…
— CNN
Lodging
10 Authentic Resorts To Try In The Catskill Mountains
Famously known as Catskills, the Catskills Mountains is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Situated in Southeastern New York, this destination is perfect for outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, white water rafting, skiing, and much more. Plus, the region…
— The Travel
From city sanctuaries to desert retreats, these are the best luxury hotel spas for every type of traveler
The smell of lemongrass, the sound of cascading water and the feel of a fluffy bathrobe evoke instant warm fuzzies. For travelers stepping off a long-haul flight or just craving some rest and relaxation, a spa session is the antidote to whatever ails you. With health and well-being at the…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Ian beginning to affect travel with potential to reach US as major hurricane
Even as parts of the Caribbean continue their recovery from Hurricane Fiona and Canada deals with the remnants of the storm system this weekend, concerns are growing about the impact of another strengthening storm: Ian. Jamaica, the Cayman Islands and Cuba, along with the…
— The Points Guy
Cannabis Tourism Is Gaining Popularity. Here's What The Experience Is Like.
People plan vacations around all sorts of themes, from outdoor adventure to pop culture fandom and wine. In recent years, a newer travel area has become increasingly popular: cannabis tourism. “Cannabis tourism can be defined as leisure travel done for the purpose of…
— HuffPost
Today in History
Launch of the RMS Queen Mary
From 1934 to 1967, the RMS Queen Mary sailed the North Atlantic Ocean for the Cunard Line. The ship was named for King George V's queen consort. The Queen Mary and her sister ship, the RMS Queen Elizabeth…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
American Symphony Cruising the Upper Mississippi River for First Time in September 2022
American Cruise Lines proudly announces that American Symphony, the newest riverboat on the Mississippi, has begun cruising the Upper River for the first time this week. Christened in Natchez, Mississippi, on August…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
How Are Your Messages Being Received By Your Clients?
by John Frenaye
Monday September 26, 2022
Are you conveyi ng the right message to your clients? Are you sure? Communication is so key in so many areas of our lives. I was picking my girlfriend up at the airport yesterday and said I’d meet her at baggage claim (at least, I’m pretty sure that’s what I said). After the luggage belt was emptied, I got a text that she was waiting for me upstairs curbside. A classic case of miscommunication, and we laughed it off. But when it happens to your business and your clients, it can have very real consequences. Take this email message I recently received from a new Business Development Manager from a well-known travel supplier.
Hi…
— Travel Research Online
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Publishers Corner
The Summer of Chaos Turns Autumn
by Richard Earls
Sunday September 25, 2022
Just before the "Summer of Chaos" began in June, I wrote an article suggesting we all anticipate the problems that would occur as travel returned and the need to practice patient generosity. Yesterday, returning to Tallahassee from Dallas, I arrived in Atlanta to learn my 10:30 PM flight, the last of the night, had been canceled due to "unexpected crew complications," and I needed to see a Delta Agent to rebook my flight. Having also written an article on the new DOT Dashboard, I sought out my Delta Agent armed with a new set of rights. As it turned out, Delta had beaten me to the punch and, before having to ask, was offered hotel and meal vouchers. I…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
A Good Business Decision
What is the definition of a good business decision? What is the definition of a bad business decision? I recently found myself thinking about these two questions and decided to put my thoughts down on paper.
— Travel Research Online
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