TRO Travelgram: Travel articles influencing your clients, from top consumer publications... Sponsor

Monday January 09, 2023

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

See What's So Special About Mesa: The Ultimate Travel Guide & Things to Do There
Mesa is the third largest city in Arizona and a suburb on the outskirts of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. With approximately 500,000 residents calling it home, Mesa is more populous than actual cities like Miami and New Orleans, earning it the title of America’s largest suburb. Its location in the…

Hydra: The Greek Island That Banned Wheels
On my final morning in Hydra, I woke up early and ambled down to the waterside to watch the weekly deliveries. Docked at the stone harbour walls was a barge that brings over islanders' orders from the mainland. Patiently queuing to board the boat were several donkeys. Groups of three or…

Thailand U-Turns On Covid Vaccination Rule For Visitors
Thailand has rescinded an entry policy announced at the weekend requiring visitors to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination, its health minister said on Monday, citing sufficient immunisation levels in China and globally. Anutin Charnvirakul said checking evidence of vaccinations was inconvenient…

Please support TRO and our Suppliers! The FREE resources and tools available to you are paid for by supplier sponsorship.

Tours and Activities

These 5 National Parks Are Considered The Best In Europe
Visiting a new country and admiring its natural beauty is one way to make a vacation unforgettable. More travelers are looking to connect with nature in 2023 and are considering digital detox experiences. One of the best ways to do it while exploring a new destination is by visiting national…

Where to Eat in 2023
We’re taking our time while traveling this year. After a fitful 2022, when a wave of pent-up wanderlust crashed over hot destinations, overwhelming hotels and airlines, 2023 seems like a chance to give up revenge travel and reset. That means leisurely strolling through neighborhoods…

Hawai‘i’s Kīlauea Volcano Is Erupting Again
Hawai‘i’s Kīlauea began erupting inside its summit crater Thursday, the U.S. Geological Survey said, less than one month after the volcano and its larger neighbor Mauna Loa stopped releasing lava. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory detected a glow in webcam images indicating Kīlauea had…

Please support TRO and our Suppliers! The FREE resources and tools available to you are paid for by supplier sponsorship.

Cruise

Cruise Ship Kids Clubs Offer Independence On Family Vacations. Here's Everything To Know.
Cruise line kids clubs offer young guests a way to stay entertained and make friends, while giving parents a break on vacation. Here's what to…

This Cruise Line Just Announced It’s Increasing Gratuities And Other Costs — Here’s How Much
With a new year comes new rates onboard Carnival Cruise Line ships. The major cruise line is the latest to increase gratuities and other fees. Carnival is raising the standard room gratuity to $16 per day per person. That’s up $1.50 from its current rate. Cruisers booking suites will see the same…

Please support TRO and our Suppliers! The FREE resources and tools available to you are paid for by supplier sponsorship.

Transportation

Delta Airlines Rolls Out Free Wifi for Skymiles Members
Delta Airlines’ new partnership with T-Mobile will offer free in-flight Wi-Fi to all SkyMiles members beginning February 1st. This is an expansion of the existing agreement between the two companies, which offers free Wi-Fi on Delta flights to T-Mobile subscribers. This new service will…

Everyone's Elite, But Not For Long. Airlines Make Travel Perks Harder To Earn This Year
When United Airlines gate agents call the first boarding group, Ted Cohen notices something he never saw in his decades crossing the globe as a music industry executive: crowds. The “preboarding” group includes members of United Global Services, an invitation-only status for top…

Please support TRO and our Suppliers! The FREE resources and tools available to you are paid for by supplier sponsorship.

Lodging

Enjoy A Relaxing Stay At One Of The 10 Best Caribbean Resorts
Soft and powdery sands, clear waters, lavish accommodations and impeccable service characterize these top tropical escapes in the Caribbean, chosen by a panel of Caribbean travel experts and voted by readers as the best in the region. Start planning your next island vacation by considering…

10 Reasons Mirror Lake Inn Is Worth The Splurge
Lake Placid is an increasingly popular New York destination, both in summer and winter months. It is one of the most picturesque towns in the USA, and its dramatic Adirondack setting makes for one scenic getaway. When choosing accommodation in this beautiful New York town, look no further…

Please support TRO and our Suppliers! The FREE resources and tools available to you are paid for by supplier sponsorship.

Other and Odd

Vancouver Is Stolen Land. What Does That Mean for Its Residents and Visitors?
On the west coast of Canada sits an enviable city where glass towers bathe in sunlight during the summer and shower in rain during the rest of the year. Surrounded by mountains and the rippling ocean, Vancouver is Gaia in city form. In Vancouver’s province, British Columbia, the landscape is…

Spain Travel Health App Enabled Safe Mobility of 56 Million Travellers
A total of 52,709,223 travellers or 94.12 per cent who arrived in Spain during the COVID-19 pandemic situation used the Spain Travel Health (SpTH) application. The Spanish Ministry of Health launched this system in April 2020, in order to contribute to sanitary control at the borders that…

Today in History

The RMS Queen Elizabeth Burns and Sinks
The Cunard Line, then known as the Cunard White Star Line, launched the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1938. Named for Queen Elizabeth (not the late Queen but her mother), the RMS Queen Elizabeth was the largest passenger…

Editorial Musings

Let Me Tell You About the 5 Best Restaurants in London (and then two surprises)
by John Frenaye
Monday January 09, 2023

London is a city known for its diverse and vibrant food scene, with a wide range of restaurants offering cuisine from all over the world. From fine dining to casual eateries, there is something to suit every taste and budget. Here are some of the best restaurants in London:

The Fat Duck: Located in the town of Bray, just outside of London, The Fat Duck is a three-Michelin-starred restaurant that is consistently ranked as one of the best in the world. Chef Heston Blumenthal is known for his innovative and experimental cuisine, which combines science and technology with traditional cooking…
  — Travel Research Online
Read the rest of this article »

Publishers Corner

5 Ways To Keep Your New Year's Resolutions
by Richard Earls
Sunday January 08, 2023
"New Year's Day is the accepted time to make your regular annual good resolutions.  Next week you can begin paving hell with them as usual." ~ Mark Twain

  — Travel Research Online
Read the rest of this article »

Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe

It Is Time (Again) To Reinvent Ourselves

Those of you who have come to know me, realize that I am a bona fide bookstore junkie. On my way to somewhere recently, I was once again sucked into an airportbookstore (they build them for people like me) and I exited the facility 20 bucks…

  — Travel Research Online
Read the rest of this article »

Upcoming Training Opportunities


Discover the Road Less Traveled with Blue-Roads Touring!

Discover the Road Less Traveled with Blue-Roads Touring!

Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 2 pm EST/11 am PST

With small group sizes of no more than 18 people, you can expect a more personalised touring experience – and with like-minded travellers at your side, you’ll find that a journey shared is a journey best enjoyed. Immerse yourself in nature on uplifting journeys through evocative landscapes. From rolling hills and swathes of forest to shimmering coasts, islands and canals, breathtaking views lie around every corner when you take the scenic route.  

Register Now ➠







Use TRO every day to find travel guides, e-postcards, and other resources you can personalize and send to your clients.

TRO Travel Specials

Stand Out with Great Website Design in 2023

Send Your Brand Traveling With Your Clients

Discover our big sale and promote a break from the Holidays!

Plan your 2023/2024 vacation in Croatia

Become a Celestyal Star and win!

Blue-Roads holds the pot of gold

Travel Agent Rates to the Azores, Madeira and Canary Islands!

Plan your 2023 vacation and save with Katarina Line Cruises & Tours Croatia

Singapore & Malaysia FAM Tour Air-Inclusive 2023

Bora Bora Overwater Escape with Air | On Sale!

Build your brand with Voyager's VSLinks

Experience New Zealand from $4499pp

ONE platform for ALL! CRM + itinerary+app+forms etc.

Get inspired by our sample itineraries

Japan FAM trips from $1,399!

Who is WeTravel?

Travel Agents - Earn & Save More For Your Car Rentals

Travel to the Canary Islands in 2023

New in 2023: Deluxe Land & Cruise Tour by Katarina Line Croatia

Sell the extraordinary with Blue-Roads

Luxury Italian Villa Rentals from $343

Tailor-made trips to Croatia on land and sea

Give your travel practice the website it deserves in 2023

Holyland Cruise 2023 - Guaranteed Set Departures for your Groups

Discover the Northern Gems - Deluxe Adriatic Cruise with Katarina Line

Azores or Madeira - Which Island is Right for you?

Run a More Profitable Travel Agency

Paul, his Inspiring Journeys in Greece, Italy & Turkey | Group Land Tours & Cruises

Discover the United Kingdom with Blue-Roads Touring

Travel Deals: Deluxe Bali: Beach & Adventure, Iconic Egypt & Jordan & more offers

Egypt And Jordan FAM Tour New Dates For 2023