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Destinations
These 15 Photos Capture the Beauty of Italy
Whether you prefer cliffside homes or palazzos on the canal, Italy offers beautiful architecture and buildings. Roman ruins, which draw tourists from all around the globe, spark the imagination and provide a glimpse at the structural achievements of civilizations past. The only thing more…
— Smithsonian Magazine
Portugal Sets New Tourism Records in First 7 Months of 2023
In the first seven months of this year, Portugal has surpassed pre-pandemic figures, achieving record-breaking levels of overnight stays and tourism revenue compared to 2019, which was already a record year for Portuguese tourism. According to the government, the country…
— SchengenVisaInfo.com
Venice’s New €5 Entry Fee Explained
Every day, Federica Chiuch, a Venetian resident and professional tour guide, takes visitors around Venice's landmarks. When she gets to Saint Mark's Square, home to Venice's cathedral and former government palace, she finds it hard to find a quiet spot to stop. "Between May and…
— BBC Travel
Tours and Activities
9 Experiences to Escape the Crowds in Sintra
Sintra, located about 30 km from Lisbon, is one of the most visited places in Portugal. The proximity to the capital and the beauty of this village and nature park make it a must-see destination, translating into millions of visitors a year. Yes, you read that right – millions. Taking into…
— Lonely Planet
Best U.S. Cities For Vegetarians – Which Ones Have The Most Options
Vegetarian and vegan diets continue to gain popularity. The challenge for anyone following those diets, however, is that finding meatless options at restaurants and supermarkets can still be difficult. Then again, the good news is that the situation is changing as more…
— Travel Awaits
Cruise
Royal Caribbean to Teen Cruisers: Stay Out of This Area
In response to requests from some of its most loyal cruisers, Royal Caribbean has changed the age limit for the Solarium, the adults-only sun deck and pool area on its ships. The minimum age, which for years has been set at 16, will now be raised to 18. In a statement, Royal…
— The Points Guy
Oceania Cruises Unveils More Than 100 Itineraries for 2025
The culinary and destination-focused luxury cruise line Oceania Cruises has released its 2025 Summer Voyage Collection – with over 100 diverse itineraries slated for 2025, giving discerning travelers amazing options for outstanding getaways. Oceania Cruises, renowned for its…
— Cruise Hive
What Does a Government Shutdown Mean for Cruises? Here’s What Travelers Need to Know
With the threat of a federal government shutdown looming, many Americans may be wondering what that means for them. A shutdown could start as soon as Oct. 1, and have a range of potential implications, including for student loans, disaster relief funding and travel. But not all…
— USA Today
Transportation
A Government Shutdown Could Have Long-Lasting Air Travel Consequences
Even a relatively brief government shutdown could exacerbate an ongoing air traffic controller shortage, with potentially serious operational and safety implications. Air travel is skyrocketing post-pandemic — the Federal Aviation Administration predicts more than 54,200 flights next…
— Axios
Airsprint Brings Private Jet Travel to Not-Quite-The-Masses
Very few people can afford to buy a private jet. At last count, before the pandemic hit, there were just 22,000-odd private jet operators in the world—a ruthlessly exclusive club of the top 0.0003%. It’s not hard to see why: The Embraer Praetor 500, which can carry eight passengers…
— Globe and Mail
US Air Travel System Facing a Double Blow of Disruptions at the End of the Week
The US aviation system is bracing for two simultaneous disruptions at the end of this week – a looming government shutdown and the expiration of a key aviation law. Officials say the double-barrel threat would result in millions of dollars in losses daily, scramble efforts to…
— CNN
Lodging
10 Top Beach Destinations With The Best All-Inclusive Resorts To Book This Fall
In the quest for a sun-drenched escape featuring azure seas, pristine white sands, and just the right touch of vibrancy, the allure of an all-inclusive beach getaway with an abundance of gourmet meals and exquisite cocktails becomes the epitome of an ideal vacation. These…
— The Travel
London is Having a Big Hotels Moment. These are the Six Openings of 2023 We’re Most Excited About
With so many luxury hotels opening in London this year, you’d be forgiven for forgetting about the fallout of Brexit, news of inflation, and the myriad other problems supposedly plaguing the capital of Britain. But if you pull back, all these high-end retreats arriving to the Big Smoke…
— AFAR
Other and Odd
4 Reasons Why Shoulder Season Is the Best Time for Travel
Many travelers plan their trips abroad during the peak or busy seasons of summer and winter. This can be fun for those much needed vacations of water skiing and snow boarding, but just because the seasons end does not mean that adventure seekers need to pack up those…
— Travel Noire
Brightline Train Headed to Orlando Fatally Struck Pedestrian
Florida's high-speed Brightline passenger train service suffered the first fatality on its new extension to Orlando on Thursday when a pedestrian was struck in what appears to be a suicide. Overall, it was Brightline's 99th death since it began operations six years ago. A northbound…
— CBS News
Today in History
Washington National Cathedral
Construction on the Washington National Cathedral began on this date in 1907. Located at Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues in Washington, DC, the National Cathedral is a Gothic edifice belonging to the Episcopal…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Recommended Viewing: Shadow Of A Wheel
Bikes and river boats go together. So much so that we have a whole page dedicated to bicycling and river cruising. As a bike enthusiast, last week I attended the Asheville, NC premiere of a new movie, Shadow Of A Wheel. I believe many of our readers will relate to the film.
Shadow Of A Wheel was produced by an old friend, Paul Bonesteel. The feature-length film tells the story of 31 teenagers who spent one epic summer crossing America by bicycle in…
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
At AmaWaterways, Longer Seasons Are the Ticket: My Notes from Sailing the Danube with Brenda Kyllo
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday September 29, 2023
What’s a crui se line executive to do when sales are soaring, ships are full, and there’s just not much capacity left on existing itineraries? Well, if you’re Rudi Schreiner, AmaWaterways’ co-founder and godfather of river cruising, you just draw on your 50 years of experience and create new destinations and make your seasons longer.
Indeed, river cruising is hotter than ever—even in colder weather, the AmaWaterways co-owner believes. To keep up with the demand, AmaWaterways is extending a number of itineraries into new dates and new seasons—beginning on the Danube and Rhine rivers in February, 2024.
Sailing down the Danube on a press junket earlier this month, AmaSonata’s godmother (and also Ama VP of Strategic Alliances) Brenda Kyllo told TRO, “Rudi loves to innovate and wants to…
— Travel Research Online
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