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Destinations
The 20 best holiday destinations in May
The best holiday destinations in May, from California to Cape Verde, these are the 20 best places to head to in May for culture, country retreats and…
— Conde Nast Traveller
15 Quiet Vacation Destinations For Spring Break Without Crowds
While Mexico is a popular spot with parties, travelers can enjoy quiet spring break vacations without crowds instead, from Barbados to…
— The Travel
The best luxury travel destinations you can visit in 2024, according to experts
Business Insider spoke to travel experts Julia Carter and Jan Luescher about the six best travel destinations in…
— Business Insider
Tours and Activities
A Black history road trip through North and South Carolina
From Greenville and Durham in North Carolina to Brattonsville and Rock Hill in South Carolina, here are some of the best places to learn about Black history while taking a road trip through the…
— The Points Guy
Mexico City travel guide: art and design
Modern vibrancy, design legacy and ancient heritage puts Mexico's jewel alongside other art capitals of the…
— The Week
Cruise
Norwegian Dawn: Mauritius says cruise ship can dock after cholera scare
The passengers developed gastroenteritis after visiting South Africa - not cholera, authorities…
— BBC
This epic new cruise itinerary will hit more destinations than you thought possible
Holland America is out with another epic cruise itinerary that will span the…
— The Points Guy
Mitsui Ocean Cruises Opens Bookings for First World Cruise
Mitsui Ocean Cruises recently opened bookings for its first world cruise. Introduced by Japan-based MOL Group in late 2023, the company is set to launch service in December with the former Seabourn…
— Cruise Industry News
Transportation
This airline is first to offer Vision Pro for inflight entertainment
How can you make an island getaway more intriguing? This luxury airline offers a Vision Pro for inflight entertainment, with movies, games, and…
— Yahoo
Southwest Airlines won't follow American and JetBlue's big moves
There's a reason why United, Delta, and American Airlines all do one thing that Southwest…
— The Street
An airline replaced 3 flights with an A380 superjumbo to cope with Taylor Swift travel rush
Qantas used an Airbus A380 to fly 485 passengers from Melbourne to Sydney after a storm warning triggered airport disruption and flight…
— Business Insider
Lodging
Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya Debuts as Tokyo's First Hotel Within the Hyatt House Portfolio
Home-away-from-home living accommodations for working and relaxing in Tokyo offer the ideal combination of convenience, comfort and…
— Hospitality Net
The Hawaii resort that's become a favorite Hollywood film location
For more than a century, Hawaii has been the chosen location for countless Hollywood movies and TV shows. It’s where dinosaurs roamed in “Jurassic Park,” wealthy guests checked in to “The White Lotus,” and Indiana Jones ran through the jungle in “Raiders of the Lost…
— San Francisco Chronicle
Other and Odd
4 ways Gen Z is redefining travel
Travel has always appealed to young people, but here's how Gen Z is redefining travel with the help of technology and social…
— USA Today
Why Scuba Diving Is A Fun And Easy Travel Option For Families With Teens
Scuba diving is an ideal activity to do with teens, because it’s an activity that is done together but each person has their own…
— Forbes
Today in History
The Grand Canyon Becomes a National Park
In 1908 President Theodore Roosevelt signed legislation giving the Grand Canyon status as a National Monument. On February 26th, 1919, by an act of the United States Congress, Grand Canyon National Monument became Grand Canyon National Park. Today, the Grand Canyon National Park receives over 4 million visitors and contains over 1.2 million acres, about the same size as the state of Delaware. It is now also recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
What to Do When a Supplier Goes Belly Up: Navigating the American Queen Voyages Closure
by John Frenaye
Monday February 26, 2024
"Despite ou r best efforts, demand for overnight cruises has not recovered following the pandemic, and AQV has become financially unsustainable. We thank you for your support and deeply regret any inconvenience this causes you."
That is a message no one wants to hear! However, that is exactly what you will hear when you call American Queen Voyages, which ceased operations last week.
In the wake of the unexpected closure of American Queen Voyages, agents with bookings now face a significant challenge. This development obviously has some financial impact on clients and agents, but it also impacts consumers' trust in travel professionals. as a whole. Navigating these troubled waters requires a strategic approach and a solid understanding of working with reliable…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Big Ideas: Watch your Tone
 Someone once told me to remember that elephants don’t bite… mosquitoes do. This is a unique way of reminding us that it is the little things, when overlooked, will do us the most harm.
I was recently reminded of this when a former business acquaintance “reached out” and gave me an unexpected phone call. It had been a while since we last communicated which was a result of two busy people trying to make ends meet. It was good to hear his voice again.
In a few short minutes I detected uneasiness in his tone. I did not mention it at first as we were too busy catching up. Detecting a momentary break in the flow of the conversation, I couldn’t help myself. I asked him point…
— Travel Research Online
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Upcoming Training Opportunities
Explore Spain & Portugal with Blue-Roads Touring
Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 4 pm EDT/1 pm PDT
From Madrid to Barcelona and Pamplona, Spain is a cultural melting pot, with a rich mix of Moorish, Roman and Basque influences. Followed by one of Europe’s most beautiful countries, Portugal is the ideal destination for any traveler, with green mountains, spectacular slopes, desert-like landscapes and pristine beaches.
Join the Blue-Roads Touring Global Head of Sales, Dylan Hearne, as we venture into all the highlights these destinations have to offer.
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Universal Epic Universe
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 2 pm EST/11 am PST
Five immersive worlds. One amazing theme park. In 2025, Universal Epic Universe changes everything. Explore astounding worlds beyond anything you’ve experienced before, and stay in brand new spectacular hotels right next to the new park. Lidia Markser will cover everything that’s been announced so far. You wont want to miss it!
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