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Destinations
How This Black Woman Is Opening Sierra Leone’s Travel Doors
“Well, I’m happy that you survived.” These words were from Jacqueline Tschinkel’s co-worker, following her first trip back to Sierra Leone after leaving the country to escape the violence during the civil war. Tschinkel was only 15 years old when she left home. “I found that I was…
— Yahoo! Life
Europe Heatwave: Exploring Refund Options for Travel Cancellations Amid Scorching Temperatures
A scorching heatwave is gripping southern Europe, with record-breaking high temperatures expected to persist for another week. Countries across the Mediterranean, including popular holiday destinations like Spain, Italy, Croatia, and Greece are experiencing extreme heat. Parts of…
— Travel Noire
Why Travelers Are Visiting This U.S. Coastal City in Record Numbers
The Gulf Coast is a highly popular summer getaway for those wanting to recharge in the salty air with their toes in the sand. Often, people who live away from the beach look forward to their annual beach trip from anywhere from South Padre Island to Destin. But one coastal city is…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
Here’s Why American Heartland Theme Park Can Be the Midwest’s ‘Anchor Tourist Destination'
Big plans for a $2 billion-with-a-b theme park and resort in northeast Oklahoma sound like something out of Branson, Missouri. That's because the developer of American Heartland Theme Park and Resort, just west of Grand Lake near Vinita, Oklahoma, is an affiliate of Branson-based…
— USA Today
7 of Iceland’s Best Beaches: Experience the Magic of the Coastline
With dramatic, rocky cliffs and velvety black volcanic sand scattered with icebergs, the beaches of Iceland are unlike anywhere else in the world. Tiptoeing around the edge of the arctic, Iceland is defined by its stunning natural beauty, and the beaches are no exception. Fire and ice…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Carnival Provides Travel Plans, Broken Ship Must Leave Pier
Carnival Cruise Line has been finalizing travel plans for guests onboard Carnival Pride, now that the ship will remain in Kiel, Germany for emergency repairs. The phased debarkation is considering what guests’ onward travel plans are, how charter flights have been arranged, which…
— Cruise Hive
Single & Ready to Mingle? Check Out These Singles Cruises
Conventionally, cruising was more prevalent among newlyweds, budget-conscious families, and retirees. Today, there has been a dramatic paradigm shift in the cruising industry. It is now being embraced as a form of travel for single cruisers of all ages. It offers an opportunity for…
— The Travel
Transportation
House Aims to Ease Air Travel Delays With More Money for Air Traffic Controllers
The Federal Aviation Administration would get more money to hire air traffic controllers and the mandatory retirement age for airline pilots would be raised under a bill approved Thursday by the House. The measure seeks to improve air travel, which has been plagued by delays and…
— CBS News
American Airlines Earnings Outlook Disappoints, Shares Fall
Shares of American Airlines (AAL.O) fell on Thursday as its outlook for the second half of the year disappointed investors even as the company lifted its full-year profit forecast and posted higher-than-expected quarterly earnings. American forecast adjusted profit of $3.00 to $3.75 per…
— Reuters
Lodging
The Athens Riviera Is Getting a New Luxury Hotel This Fall — And We Got a Sneak Peek Inside
Athens draws visitors with its trendy contemporary art scene and, of course, landmarks like the Acropolis, but the Greek capital has also been a coveted beach escape for more than five decades. The Athens Riviera, a region on the city's outskirts that stretches 36 miles from Piraeus to…
— Travel+Leisure
These Boutique Hotels Will Now Loan You Fun Wardrobe Accessories During Your Stay—for Free
For travelers determined to be carry-on only, for those who chronically forget items on their packing list, or anyone simply looking for a new accoutrement to jazz up their outfit, one boutique hotel brand might be able to help. Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants just announced a…
— AFAR
A Chic Motor Lodge in Napa Valley Just Joined World of Hyatt – And It Even Has a Spa
What's old is new again, especially when it comes to the highway, as old motor lodges in every corner of the country are being rebirthed as chic, Instagram-friendly places to not just spend the night but to go for an entire vacation. And one of the most popular examples of the trend…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
8 Mistakes People Make When Traveling During A Heat Wave
Record-setting heatwaves have been making headlines this summer and are likely to continue in the coming weeks. That means those with upcoming travel plans should be extra sure to pay attention and take proper precautions. “Enjoying the sun is all part of going on vacation…
— HuffPost
Lionhead Rabbits Overrun Florida Town — Why It’s a Problem
The residents of Wilton Manors, Florida, have a problem with an animal that’s not native to their state. Rather than Burmese pythons or even giant African snails, the troublesome animals are a species of rabbit called Lionhead rabbits. Although they are cute, there have also been…
— Travel Awaits
Today in History
First Battle of Bull Run
On July 21, 1861, near Manassas, Virginia, Union, and Confederate forces met in the Battle of Bull Run, the first major land battle of the American Civil War. The soldiers on both sides were inexperienced, from the rank and…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Travelers Explore 5 National Parks With Collette’s ‘National Parks of America’ Tour
Pawtucket, RI (July 12, 2023) – Collette’s ‘National Parks of America’ tour is perfect for travelers who want to explore some of the nation’s most beautiful natural wonders. Travelers will have the opportunity to visit both The…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
AmaWaterways 20 Percent Savings On Select 2023 & 2024 Europe And Mekong Sailings
AmaWaterways ha s announced a new limited-time offer for travelers seeking distinctive journeys through Europe and Asia. Now through September 30, 2023, travelers can save 20 percent on the total river cruise fare on new reservations for select Europe and Mekong sailings embarking in 2023 and 2024. As an alternative offer, solo travelers can take advantage of a reduced 20 percent single supplement on the same sailings in select stateroom categories. These limited-time offers* can be combined with AmaWaterways’ AirPlus promotion, creating exceptional savings opportunities for travelers…
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
Help, I Need Somebody! New Models for Finding ICs and Assistants
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday July 21, 2023
With over $1 mi llion in sales, Anna Harrison already was busy, busy, busy when her baby boy was born in December. She took a short break—but soon she was back at the helm of her agency, sleep-deprived and distracted, juggling customers and infant care. She knew that not even her traditional route to salvation, hiring part-time assistants, was going to be enough. So she jumped in with both feet, took a course by her friend, travel advisor Mary Beth Lynn, on how to hire executive assistants, and ponied up $2,000 a month to give one a try.
Six weeks since hiring one, Harrison already can’t even imagine how she got by without her. “I was doing a lot of things at night…
— Travel Research Online
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