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Destinations
Travel Industry Mourns the Loss of Gogo
Many in the travel industry reacted with dismay this week to the loss of another supplier, as 73-year-old GOGO Vacations shuttered its…
— Travel Research Online
This 185-square-mile Island Is Mexico's Most Popular Cruise Port — but It's Still Home to Under-the-radar Restaurants and Local-loved Beaches
Here's a complete guide to Cozumel, Mexico, including the best hotels, things to do, where to eat, and when to visit the…
— Travel+Leisure
Travel agents who booked New Zealand volcano island deadly tour fined millions
A total of 22 people died on White Island when the volcano erupted …
— The Independent
Tours and Activities
Take a Walk on Florida's Wild Side in Everglades City
From the famous Everglades National Park to exploring Turner River, there are plenty of outdoor adventures and other things to do in Everglades…
— Thrillist
Group Tours Are Making a Comeback — Here's How to Find Ones That Are Actually Fun
These days, small-group tours organized around shared interests are attracting an enthusiastic…
— Travel+Leisure
Cruise
Royal Caribbean's 9-month world cruise gets rerouted to Africa to avoid Red Sea
Unable to sail to the Red Sea due to the geopolitical issues there, Royal Caribbean's first world cruise is headed to…
— Royal Caribbean Blog
Judge Clears Bar Harbor, Maine to Dramatically Limit Cruise Ship Passengers
A U.S. federal judge on Thursday ruled clearing what appears to be the final hurdle in the implementation of a dramatic limit on the number of…
— The Maritime Executive
The Best Time to Cruise Alaska for Wildlife, Northern Lights, and Fewer Crowds
For a growing number of travelers, spring is the best time to cruise to Alaska, when fewer crowds and greater savings all are on…
— Conde Nast Traveler
Transportation
American Airlines makes new restrictions impacting travelers
People traveling by air have different preferences and tolerance levels for varying degrees of uncertainty during the booking and boarding process. For example, when flying with Southwest Airlines (LUV) , passengers have no assigned seats. Instead they are assigned a boarding order based on a few…
— The Street
Ryanair Lowers Traffic Forecast Due to Boeing MAX Delays
Ryanair (FR), Europe's largest airline by passenger number, has revised its passenger forecast for the upcoming financial year. Instead of the previously projected 205 million passengers, the airline now expects to carry between 198 million and 200 million passengers. According to a Reuters report, this adjustment is due to the delays in Boeing's…
— Airways Magazine
United Airlines Removes Boeing 737 MAX 10 From Expected Aircraft Deliveries
The airline is moving forward with its plans without the MAX…
— Simple Flying
Lodging
Washington Ski Resort Has Seen 50 Inches Of Snow This Week
Thanks to a late February storm, Stevens Pass, Washington, has seen 50 inches of snow in the last…
— POWDER
9 Wellness Hotels and Resorts With Undeniably Luxurious Spa Facilities
These high-end retreats help guests find their inner peace through lavish amenities like hammams, cold plunges, and…
— Architectural Digest
Other and Odd
Richard Branson surprises Delta passengers with a free Virgin cruise
Celebrity billionaire Richard Branson surprised a Delta plane full of passengers with free cruises on Virgin's newest…
— UPI.com
Retired officer promised huge payout, loses thousands in travel deal
Retired officer promised huge payout, loses thousands in travel…
— CBS News
Today in History
Yellowstone National Park
The world's first national park came into existence on this date in 1872, when US President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law an act establishing Yellowstone National Park. The park is located largely in the state of Wyoming, but extends into Montana and Idaho as well. Widely known for its geothermal springs and geysers, Yellowstone sits atop a large volcanic stratum. Many unique and once endangered species of animal make their home in the park, including grizzly bears, wolves, and…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Danube River Cruise Pricing Charts 2025
The Dan ube River Cruise Pricing Charts are part of a continuing series of comparison charts and articles featuring European River Cruises offered by world class river cruise lines. Our goal is to provide a True Per Diem for each cruise, or the daily cost breakdown of the trip once all extra fees are added to the cruise fare.
Illumination tour of Budapest at…
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
We Need Certification, Travel Advisors Say
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday March 01, 2024
Second in a series on the influx of new travel advisors in the industry.
Justin Hinkle h as spent more than a decade dreaming of owning his own business. Despite having an MBA, a Master of Science in Systems Engineering and a corporate job as a systems engineer for a ballistic missile defense system, he was searching for something more meaningful, something that put him in charge of his own destiny, something that better fit his personality. And something that incorporates his absolute favorite thing to do, travel.
It’s not just the act of actually going that Hinkle likes. He spends hours poring over spreadsheets comparing destinations and itineraries, reading guidebooks about the perfect way to navigate DisneyWorld, doing research…
— 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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The original small group touring company, Blue-Roads Touring offers a selection of small group tours in the UK and Europe. With plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded travelers and time to savor each moment, guests are invited to explore each unique destination in depth. Guided by passionate Tour Leaders and filled with new discoveries, breathtaking scenery and genuine local experiences, our tours are a cut above the rest.
And our small group sizes of up to 18 people mean you can expect a more personalized touring experience – traveling in a luxury mini-coach to avoid large crowds and overpopulated tourist spots.
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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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