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Thursday June 01, 2023

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Destinations

16 Incredible Recent Discoveries In Antarctica You Should Know About
Antarctica is the southernmost continent in the world and a hot spot for scientific research. While some people enjoy planning cruises to Antarctica, those trips are something of a drive-by. The continent is actually inhabited by many scientists and researchers. Around 400…

These Are the 4 EU Destinations Where Tourists Are Most Likely to Get Sick
Popular tourist destinations in Spain, France and Bulgaria, are ranked among global destinations where tourists could fall ill, while a total of 8,675 posts about getting sick in these places are evident. Forbes’s study about places where tourists can get physically sick is based on…

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Tours and Activities

Collette Remembers D-Day of World War II with Special Tour
On dates ranging from March 17th to October 11th of 2024, Collette will be offering a special version of their ‘Memorials of World War II’ tour. The tour will focus on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, June 6th, 1944, during World War II. The special tour will take the traveler through…

Discover The Top 5 Bluest Waters In The U.S. For Ultimate Relaxation
SIXT, an authority in the travel industry, recently conducted a study, examining over 50 of the nation’s most remarkable bodies of water. This comprehensive analysis encompassed diverse aquatic landscapes, including lakes, cenotes, and hot springs. SIXT identified the top 10…

A Look Inside Portugal's Most Inclusive Spa
Never segregate; always aggregate. This has always been the motto of Kiki Pais de Sousa, 56, a Portuguese transgender woman who founded the first mixed LGBTQ+ and hetero-friendly sauna spa in Europe in 2011. Apolo 56 in Lisbon brings together…

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Cruise

Carnival’s Version of “Shark Tank” Offers Feedback on Your Business Plan Plus $20K in Prizes
Are you ready for a Shark Tank-like opportunity to present your business plan to top financial experts, get free professional feedback, and potentially win thousands of dollars in prizes? The cruise line’s eight-part Your Winning Plan program will bring in experts in small business…

Making Variety Cruises Family-Oriented Force For Good
Variety Cruises, a family-run business that was founded in Greece in 1949, is refining its cruise offerings by going ‘deeper’ into its voyages. The line will visit more remote areas and create experiences that enable guests to immerse themselves in the history, culture and cuisine of…

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Transportation

Travelers Initiates Class Action Lawsuit Against Delta Air Lines Over Sustainability Claims
A consumer class action lawsuit filed Tuesday claims Delta Air Lines inaccurately billed itself as the world's “first carbon-neutral airline” and should pay damages. The complaint in federal court in California alleges the airline relied on carbon offsets that were largely bogus…

The Key Dates For When Europe Travel Will Be Disrupted In 2023
The summer travel season is upon us. We're hopeful that your travel will be event-free in most scenarios, but there are a number of strikes to look out for across Europe that particularly affect the travel sector. If you are traveling on these dates and need further advice, check out our…

A Journey Across London on the Elizabeth Line
London’s magnificent Elizabeth line opened last May, and on its first birthday there’s so much to celebrate. Running from Reading and Heathrow Airport in the west to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east, the Elizabeth line brings an additional 1.5 million people within 45…

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Lodging

The Best Airbnbs in San Francisco, From Stately Victorians to Business Traveler–Friendly Apartments
Whether you are looking to stay in a hotel or an Airbnb, San Francisco is a must-stay getaway, with its scenic rolling hills, ocean views, massive green spaces, and unbelievably charming town homes—but snagging the perfect vacation rental requires some forethought. In recent…

New 500 Room All Inclusive Resort Will Open This Year Near Cancun
Cancun remains one of the top destinations for American travelers this summer and has been considered one of the safest in the region. That’s why so many travelers are flocking to this Caribbean paradise, but there’s good news for those who prefer to avoid crowds…

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Other and Odd

Amid DeSantis Feud, Are Disney Parks Becoming More Inclusive?
In the past, Disney had a reputation for producing over-polished fairy tales and glossing over controversy in order to present the shiniest, most palatable version of happily ever after. Now, exactly 100 years after the Walt Disney Company was founded, Disney finds itself tackling…

So Your Flight Got Delayed. Here’s When You Should Head To The Airport.
Travel is littered with forks in the road, and here’s another one: You learn that your flight is delayed while you’re still at home. Do you get comfortable and make yourself a sandwich, or stick to your original timeline and head to the…

Today in History

CNN Launches
On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST. The channel's innovations, especially its 24-hour continuous news broadcast, would set a precedent for news in the decades to come…

Press Releases of Interest

Scott Wiseman Named CEO Of Nocturne Luxury Villas
Newport, RI (May 31, 2023) - Scott Wiseman, 30-year veteran and leader across the travel, tour, and hospitality sectors, has joined Nocturne Luxury Villas (NLV) as chief executive officer. Based in Newport, RI, NLV owns and…

The Incessant Traveler

Credit Where Due: United Nailed It
by David Cogswell
Thursday June 01, 2023

I would love to be a fly on the wall at a corporate board meeting of United Airlines when they are discussing redesigning the floor plan of their planes. I imagine there has to be a lot of number crunching. United thinks in terms of big numbers. It’s the world’s third largest airline, after American and Delta. It operates 4,500 flights per day. Roughly speaking, that’s something like 1.6 million flights a year. Those aren’t all 747s, but just for the sake of very rough approximate calculations, let’s use those numbers. With 1.6 million flights, we can approximate and still get some idea of the mass of the operation.

 

  — Travel Research Online
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