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Monday October 03, 2022

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Destinations

Best places to visit in Albania
Albania is slowly becoming the jewel of the Balkans due to its sparkling crystal waters, impressive mountains, and affordability for all types of travelers. Come with an open mind and a rough plan, and be ready to be submerged in a rich culture like no other in Europe. If you’re…

Hong Kong is opening up to tourism -- but is it too late?
Market vendor Mr. Chan gestures around what used to be one of Hong Kong's busiest streets. "There are no tourists now, whatsoever," he says. Mr. Chan sells silver earrings, necklaces and scarves on Tung Choi Street in Kowloon, which is famous for its robust night market. The past…

8 Hidden Gem Destinations In Europe To Add To Your Travel Bucket List
Europe is a tourist hotspot. With history lovers heading there for the ancient architecture, art lovers visiting great museums and galleries, foodies dining in top cosmopolitan restaurants, and outdoor lovers mesmerized by fabulous landscapes, there’s something for every type of traveler…

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Tours and Activities

10 Stunning U.S. State Parks That Have BOTH Mountains and Ocean
If you’ve ever found yourself staring out the window singing “America the Beautiful” while on a cross-country road trip, I can relate. As an adventure travel coach and outdoor enthusiast, I love helping others explore nature, including all of the stunning destinations found within the…

Spend an autumn day at one of the 10 best apple orchards in the US
The United States' first apple orchard was planted in 1625 near Boston's Beacon Hill. Today, there are over 5,000 growers producing apples across the country (according to the U.S. Apple Association). That's 240 million bushels of apples each year! To help with the harvest, many…

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Cruise

This cruise ship has a submarine; here's what it's like to be 1,000 feet under the sea
"A spot just opened up on the submarine for this morning's dive," Seabourn Venture's expedition coordinator, Chris, announced when I answered my cabin phone on Seabourn Cruises' Seabourn Venture. "Can you be here in 5 minutes?" I had just woken up, but the news…

Viking christens Viking Octantis, Polaris
Viking christened both its new expedition ships -- Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris -- at a joint ceremony in Amsterdam today. The line chose the first two women to cross Antarctica -- Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft -- as godmothers to the Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris…

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Transportation

Fort Myers Airport Will Partially Reopen This Week Following Hurricane Ian — What to Know
The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers remains closed Monday as the state continues to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. The airport closed last week as the devastating hurricane swept through the state, made landfall as a powerful Category 4…

Virgin Atlantic Has Announced a New Gender-Neutral Uniform Policy
As a non-binary person, seeing the launch of Virgin Atlantic’s campaign last week, which welcomes all staff to wear whichever of its uniforms feels most comfortable, was incredibly empowering. Even more empowering though, was the work that has clearly been done behind…

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Lodging

Top 8 Hotels In New York City This Fall
New York City is one of the most iconic cities in the United States, and for good reason. Home to landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building, New York is a great choice to visit year-round. For those planning to visit this fall, here are 8 hotels that won’t…

Graduate Hotels Enters Short-Term Home Rental Market
College game days, freshman move-in weekends, homecoming week, and graduations are notoriously challenging times to find accommodations in university towns—most hotels and vacation rentals get maxed out months in advance. But a new short-term rental program is…

These Spooky Airbnb Stays Are Perfect For Halloween (Or For Year-Round Ghouls)
Airbnbs are usually associated with relaxing holidays in picturesque faraway destinations where there’s nothing except a few days of unwinding, exploring, and lazying about to do. But that’s not always the case. On some Airbnb stays, you get to share the holiday home with a guest…

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Other and Odd

4 Little-Known Perks of Using a Travel Agent
We all need a getaway once in a while. And if your vacation plans have different components -- a flight, lodging, and activities, for example -- then you may be considering using a travel agent. The clear benefit of a travel agent? Not having to do all of that work yourself. Your travel…

Germany to Continue Applying Relaxed COVID Entry Rules for Incoming Travellers Until January 31
The German government has announced that the country will continue to apply relaxed entry rules for all travellers until January 31. Through one of its most recent press releases, the government said that all incoming travellers would continue to be permitted restriction-free…

Today in History

Edgar Allan Poe
On October 3, 1847, the great American poet, critic, and novelist Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. It was election day, and he was dressed peculiarly in another person's…

Press Releases of Interest

Discover The World And SATA Azores Airlines Announce The Expansion Of Their Partnership In The USA
US travel agents are a key element of SATA Azores Airlines’ sales strategy in North America. Discover the World has been engaged to enhance and enlarge SATA’s relationship with the travel trade in the USA…

Editorial Musings

Minimize the Minutiae With These Five Tips
by John Frenaye
Monday October 03, 2022

Owning and managing a business is no easy feat. It’s tough! And when push comes to shove, it all falls back on your shoulders. It is easy to become overwhelmed, but there is help. Whether you are a large storefront agency with multiple locations or a small one-man show in the middle of nowhere, these five tips are guaranteed to help streamline your business and let you breathe a little easier!

Automation is your friend.

Ever heard the adage – time is money? It’s true. For every minute you spend on non-sales tasks, that is time you lose from actually…

  — Travel Research Online
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Publishers Corner

The Secret
by Richard Earls
Sunday October 02, 2022

Early on, we all want THE SECRET, the magic trick that transforms ordinary marketing to extraordinary. The secret that will drive more business through your door than you can handle.

YOU are that Secret.

As we begin our travel practice, we are convinced that there is a bag of tactics we can use to generate business. All we have to do is learn what the tricks are and we will be successful. We believe everyone else knows all of the "tricks" and if we can learn them then we will be on our way to the mountain…

  — Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe

I Love This Game

Your business, as your golf game, lies entirely in your hands. You are in control. You are driving the bus. All you have to do is make up your mind to get up, get out, and do what needs doing

Does this sound familiar?

"I’ve lost my passion for this industry. I find myself feeling bummed-out and I seem to be spinning my wheels more often than not. I find myself questioning if I am in the right business."

  — Travel Research Online
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