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Five Countries That Are Safer For Women
After a long pandemic pause on travel, people aren't waiting around for a partner to get packing. The interest in solo travel continues to rise worldwide, especially among women. Research by Norwegian Cruise Line has found that one in three travellers prefers to travel…
— BBC Travel
Cancun Is Still The Top Destination For American Travelers Despite Travel Advisories
Recent reports of violent crime in parts of Mexico may have caused a media furor in the U.S., but contrary to popular belief and what the latest travel advisories would have you believe, the country’s major urban centers and resort strips are still perfectly safe to visit…
— Travel Off Path
13 Top Things To Do In Montpellier
Montpellier – nicknamed the surdouée, the wonder child – is a city that buzzes with life and Mediterranean light. In its medieval glory days, it was a cosmopolitan center of trade and learning with influences from the Arab, Jewish and Christian worlds. But it slipped off…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
This Is How Rick Steves Finds His Favorite Restaurants in Europe
Rick Steves is committed to eating like a local. He doesn't want "best of" and "top 10" lists, he wants to hear the local language as he digs into fresh food, rather than eating at restaurants that sacrifice quality to cater to tourists. Steves is the TV host, guidebook author…
— Travel+Leisure
'We Wanted To Be Recognized For Our Music': New Exhibit Highlights Women In Old-Time Music
When musician Amythyst Kiah gets asked how she came to learn bluegrass music, she isn't offended by the possible assumption that women of color don't play the banjo. Instead, she uses the question as an opportunity. "I don't think you need to have a birthright to…
— USA Today
Fancy & Delicious: 10 Best Fine Dining Restaurants You Can Find In Scottsdale
Scottsdale, Arizona, has set itself apart as a luxury destination for travelers who expect to experience the best of the best. The city’s breathtaking desert landscape and sunny weather make it a travel destination that can be visited at any time of the year. There is no…
— The Travel
Cruise
These Two Cruise Lines Just Discounted Rates For Solo Travelers — What You Need To Know
A pair of sister cruise lines are looking to attract solo travelers by offering a special deal on select trips. Emerald Cruises and Scenic Cruises have launched a solo traveler promotion that cuts prices on dozens of river and ocean yacht sailings by as much as 25 percent…
— Travel Awaits
2 Adults Only Cruise Lines Named Best for Small and Large Ships
Two adults only cruise lines, Viking and Virgin Voyages, were named best for small and large cruise ships in the 11th annual Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards. Viking was named best in the following six categories for small cruise ships…
— Cruise Fever
Windstar Cruises Adds The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix As An Exclusive Excursion
Windstar Cruises is bringing guests a new Formula 1 excursion in the form of the 2023 season’s final race at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November. This latest excursion is in addition to the cruise line’s long-standing F1 package, Rome & Prix du Monde of Monaco, which…
— Porthole Cruise and Travel News
Transportation
Easter Strikes Hop Into Heathrow Airport
One more time, failed talks with labor unions are disrupting operations at Heathrow Airport. Striking security officers at Terminal Five have caused British Airways to cancel around 5% of flights for 10 days, from March 31 to April 9 (midnight Easter Sunday), and stop…
— Travel Research Online
The Art of the Window Seat Exit Strategy
To pee or not to pee? When you’re buried two strangers deep in the window seat and your bladder is brimming, you technically don’t have much of a choice. Those who book seats labeled A or F essentially surrender their freedom of movement to fellow travelers in the…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Complaints About U.S. Airlines Have Quadrupled In Recent Years
Airline passengers became so frustrated with their bags getting lost and flights being canceled last year, that they sent a near-record amount of gripes to the federal government. The number of complaints passengers sent to the U.S. Department of Transportation…
— CBS Sacramento
Lodging
Top 7 Hotels In Denver, Colorado In 2023
Denver, Colorado is a beautiful city located near the equally gorgeous Rocky Mountains. It’s a fantastic place to visit for a wide variety of reasons. If you’re looking to plan a trip to the city in the upcoming year, here are seven hotels that previous guests have loved…
— Travel Off Path
The New Raffles Udaipur in Rajasthan Is Fit for Royalty
Udaipur is known for its serene lakes, royal palaces, ancient forts, and complex cuisine. The Raffles Udaipur shows off many of the historic kingdom’s best assets: It is an opulent getaway with a true sense of place where guests can unwind in a setting with 360…
— AFAR
Hot Take Alert: My Family Can’t Stand All Inclusives
At first glance, free food, booze, childcare, pool access, and entertainment on a beachfront paradise sounds like the most amazing vacation. Sign me up! But upon closer inspection, things aren’t as glamorous as they seem. Food is mediocre, drinks are watered down…
— Fodor's Travel
Other and Odd
Travel For All: 7 Autism-Friendly Vacation Destinations
At TPG, we feel strongly that travel should not only be accessible to all but enjoyable for all. In honor of World Autism Awareness Day (held annually on April 2), we're highlighting cities and tourist attractions around the world that are doing just that — making their…
— The Points Guy
Meet The Black Woman Behind The New Wellness Space In New Orleans
Freedom Apothecary is a new Black woman-owned wellness space in New Orleans that aims to revolutionize the wellness industry in the city. Focusing on women-founded skincare and well-being, Freedom Apothecary offers tinctures, beauty products, literature and…
— Travel Noire
Today in History
The First Pony Express Run
On this day in 1860, a series of Pony Express messengers rode their mounts from Saint Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. Reducing the time for mail delivery between the coasts to approximately 10 days…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Stand Out From the Crowd! It’s Easy!
by John Frenaye
Monday April 03, 2023
Despite the rum ors, travel agencies are very much alive. The ones that came out of COVID are stronger than ever and are doing record business. Unfortunately, along with that strength comes strengthened competition, and it becomes more challenging to set yourself apart from the agency down the street—or across the country. So how do you do it?
First off, let’s agree that we all sell the same product; there are very few suppliers that are exclusive to specific agencies. And while pricing may vary a bit, it is not significant enough to make that much difference. What wins the sale for the best agencies is the presentation of the product. How well do the agents know the product? The destination? How well do they know the…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Beware of Your “Closeness-Communication” Bias
Note: Today’s article is adapted from an article published in Forbes Magazine.
I added my two bits when I thought it appropriate and cut the length to fit my space.
Communication, customer service, and driving have something very much in common. Everybody thinks they are good at these skills when, in fact, very few are even adequate with any consistency.
This overestimation of our communication abilities is magnified when interacting with people we are familiar with…
— Travel Research Online
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