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Destinations
Why You Should Go to Iceland in the Off-Season
There’s a saying in Iceland that’s sort of the country’s unofficial motto: Þetta reddast (sounds like “thetta rettast”). Like so many Icelandic words there isn’t a direct translation into English, but the essence of it is, “Ehhh, it’ll be fine…” My good friend Pétur…
— Outside Online
How to Get around in Dublin
Getting around Dublin without a car is easy. The compact city is well served by an efficient network of buses, trams and trains that connect the city and the suburbs. No more than a few square kilometers, the flat city center is highly walkable and cyclable too…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
Helpful Tips for Planning Your Solar Eclipse Trip
There are few natural phenomena that can evoke the same emotion of a solar eclipse. Around the world, myths and legends have developed to explain the rare event, which happens when the shadow of the moon blocks the light from the sun, causing a period…
— TIME
Nine Iconic Sites in Paris Where Olympic Events Will Be Held
Remarkable sporting achievements and heroism aside, this summer's Olympics in Paris will shine light on a plethora of historical landmarks. Over the course of four weeks (Olympics 26 July-11 August; Paralympics 28 August-8 September), millions of spectators…
— BBC
The 15 Best Shopping Experiences in Tokyo
As a fashion blogger, I’m often asked what the best city in the world is for shopping—and my answer is invariably Tokyo. Japan’s capital is full of enticing fashion for every budget or personal style, whether you’re lusting over vintage purses in Shimokitazawa or…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
River Danube Cruise Ship Crashed After It Was ‘Suddenly No Longer Able to Maneuver,’ 17 Passengers Injured
A cruise ship crashed into a concrete wall along the River Danube in Austria on Friday. A police statement said, "the ship was suddenly no longer able to maneuver." 11 people were hospitalized and another 6 suffered less serious injuries. A Bulgarian cruise…
— Business Insider
Oceania Offers Free Hotel Stay on Select Cruises
Oceania Cruises has announced that it will offer guests a free pre-cruise hotel stay on a range of sailings throughout late 2024 and 2025. The offer means that passengers will be able to arrive a day before their cruise embarkation, as well as the opportunity to…
— Cruise Industry News
Transportation
Supersonic Planes Will Replace Conventional Jets in Our Lifetime, Says Aviation CEO
Earlier this month, a demonstrator aircraft for what could be the first new civil supersonic plane to be launched since the 1960s took to the skies. It’s a milestone moment in the highly anticipated new era of supersonic travel. The XB-1, a technology…
— CNN
Why Premium Economy Is More Important to Airlines, Travelers Than Ever
Singapore Airlines unveiled an overhauled cabin service for its premium economy passengers earlier this month, and it’s part of a broader trend. Long-haul premium economy is becoming increasingly important to airlines. That’s partly because leisure travelers…
— USA Today
What Is Skiplagging? What to Know About the Controversial Air Travel Hack
Skiplagging, an air travel trend that took the skies by storm in recent years, is highly debated. For some travelers, this practice, also known as hidden city ticketing, can save substantial amounts of money on airfare. For others, skiplagging turns a normal flight into…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
Aman’s New Lifestyle Hotel Brand Is Finally Open—Here’s What It’s Like
When Janu Tokyo opened in March 2024 in the lower half of a gleaming residential tower in Tokyo’s up-and-coming Azabudai Hills district, it marked the arrival of a new luxury brand in Japan. But the reason it’s so anticipated is that it’s the first of a sister brand…
— AFAR
Get to Know The Portuguese Village of Melides, Home to Christian Louboutin's Trendy Hotel
Melides, a village on Portugal’s Alentejo coast, is a blissful retreat that has managed to preserve its 19th-century charm. Despite its proximity to the capital, Lisbon, and the lively Comporta, Melides retains a peaceful ambiance. The town’s serenity resonates with…
— Travel Noire
Other and Odd
Romania and Bulgaria Partially Join Europe’s Schengen Travel Zone, but Checks at Land Borders Remain
Romania and Bulgaria partially joined Europe’s ID-check-free travel zone on Sunday, marking a new step in the two countries’ integration with the European Union. After years of negotiations to join the Schengen area, there is now free access for travelers…
— Associated Press
The Golden Rules of Retirement Travel
Bonni and Bob Gumport travel regularly in their retirement. Not beholden to one short vacation a year (they average seven big ones), their compounding experience has allowed them to develop a code of rules by which they abide—tips and tricks to use…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Today in History
Apple Computer Is Founded
No, fooling. After much experimentation with prototypes, Apple Computer was formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on this day in 1976 to sell the Apple I personal computer kit. The first Apples were…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Transforming Travel: How Tech Can Boost Your Agency's Efficiency
by John Frenaye
Monday April 01, 2024
In an era where we all need to do more with less, smart travel professionals are increasingly turning to streamline their operations. Integrating tools like IFTTT, Toby the AI from Voyager Content, social media schedulers, and email broadcast software can be a game changer in how travel agencies function.
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Choose Your Clients Wisely
 I was recently reminded of this sage advice when I came across a travel-related Facebook post while doing some research for an upcoming presentation. This particular “poster” was venting to some degree relaying to anybody who would listen (read) how unfair life was as she muddled through this particular situation from hell with the client from hell. That was two “hells” in the same sentence so no wonder this post caught my attention.
As the saga unfolded the agent could not do anything right even as she attempted to satisfy her client, by all means available. The client whining became louder as the demands kept challenging reality. In short, she was fit to be tied and was seeking outside professional advice from other “cohorts in crime”…
— Travel Research Online
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