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Monday April 10, 2023

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Destinations

This Hugely Popular Asian Destination Drops All Travel Restrictions Returning To Normal Tourism
As many countries have opened their borders since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared over, others have stood firm in their strict protocols. Tourism has continued to surge throughout the globe and many places strongly rely on tourism to boost the local economy…

7 best things to do in San José, Costa Rica
San José is a busy and confusing city, and many travelers depart before they really get a feel for the place. After all, Costa Rica is famous for beaches, cloud forests and sloths, not gridlock traffic and concrete towers. Most visitors think of the Costa Rican capital as…

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Tours and Activities

These U.S. National Parks Are Now Requiring Reservations
The country’s beloved national parks have always been a popular travel destination for nature-loving adventurers. But their popularity soared even more during the pandemic when social distancing in the great outdoors was embraced with a fervor. In order to limit visitor…

April’s Lyrid Meteor Shower Could Bring Up To 20 Meteors An Hour — The Best Night To See Them
Although the Lyrid meteor shower isn’t known for a high number of meteors, it is a favorite for stargazers because its meteors are fast and bright. What’s more, some of them even leave a glowing dust trail behind. If the sky is clear and dark, you can expect to see 15–20…

The London Street That Represents The World
In Blackstock Road you can travel and taste the world, from Africa to the Middle East and Asia, before finally landing in Europe. The choice is infinite, global and unpretentious. It's hardly scenic nor is it ritzy, but dig a little deeper behind the facades of this bustling…

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Cruise

Disney Cruise Line Reveals 2024 Florida Plans, New Private Island
Disney Cruise Line has announced its sailing plans from Port Canaveral, Florida, and elsewhere for most of 2024 and the debut of its new private island in the Bahamas. Disney will begin sailing in June 2024 to its new private island, Eleuthera at Lighthouse Point in the…

Celestyal Expanding With New Tour Arm, Second Ship
Greece-based Celestyal Cruises is set to launch a new vacation brand, Celestyal Vacations, and confirmed it is looking for a ship to replace Celestyal Olympia. Celestyal Holidays has already launched in the U.K., and will launch as Celestyal Vacations in the U.S. in the…

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Transportation

Belmond's Royal Scotsman Train Adds Dior Spa and Unique New Itineraries
It’s going to be a big year for partnerships in the luxury space, as well-known consumer brands see their customers’ interest in travel growing rapidly. Royal Scotsman, A Belmond Train, jumped into the trend this week, kicking off its 2023 season with a new partnership…

European Aviation Sector Gearing Up for Easter Travel Disruptions
European aviation is preparing for Easter travel disruptions caused by strikes and flight cancellations in the major test of the sector’s ability to halt another holiday chaos similar to the one noted last summer. Several European countries, including Germany, France…

Passengers Can Now Bring Full-Sized Liquids Through Security at This Airport
The first major airport in the U.K. has officially nixed its rule limiting travel-sized liquids in carry-on bags. At London City Airport, travelers can now bring full-sized liquids through the security checkpoint up to two liters (about 67 ounces)—and they no longer need to…

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Lodging

The Newest All-inclusive Resort in Cancun Has One of the Largest Water Parks in the Caribbean, Waterfront Pools, and 12 Restaurants
It took my four-year-old son exactly 30 seconds in our room at the new Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, to spot the splash park and pools visible from our balcony. As I watched his eyes widen with excitement, I realized I…

10 Affordable Yet Highly Rated Caribbean Resorts Where You Can Enjoy Luxury Without Breaking The Bank
When considering a tropical getaway, the Caribbean is usually number high on the list of trip destinations. Destinations around the Caribbean Sea have the region’s warmth, and enjoy azure, lapping waves on white, sandy beaches. With so much beauty in one area…

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Other and Odd

Traveling With A Child On The Spectrum Can Be 'Overwhelming': Tips For A Successful Trip
When Nicole Thibault had her first son, she vowed to keep travel as a focus for her family. "We weren't going to let having kids hold us back from traveling," she said. Then traveling started to become "tricky" when her son was about two and a half. "Things he loved on…

Why This North Carolina Bar Joined the Fight Against Banned Books
Michelle Vanderwalker’s go-to activity when feeling down or frustrated—and in need of a pick-me-up—has always been reading books. “Books have really changed my life multiple times,” she says, “both fiction and non-fiction. One of my favorite things is just wandering [a…

Today in History

The Titanic's Maiden Voyage
On April 10, 1912 the RMS Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. The ship departed Southampton, England, bound for New York City, New York, with Captain Edward J. Smith in command and 2,223 people aboard…

Press Releases of Interest

Brand New Mississippi Riverboat Passes Sea Trials
GUILFORD, CT—April 6, 2022—The newest riverboat for the Mississippi River passed sea trials this week and is on the way to New Orleans for its inaugural season exploring the country’s most iconic River…

Editorial Musings

5 Thoughts to Avoid the Summer Doldrums
by John Frenaye
Monday April 10, 2023

I hate to say it, but summer is here, and it's time for us to gear up for one of the slower times of the year. However, it's important to remember that slow summer months don't have to mean slow business. With the right approach, you can turn this traditionally quiet time into a golden opportunity to sell more travel and earn more commissions. Here are five opportunities for…

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

The Devil You Know…

There is an old proverb that suggests, “The devil you know is better than the devil you don’t know.” This adage first appeared in John Taverner's Proverbs of Erasmus (1539).

  — Travel Research Online
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