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Destinations
The 9 Best Places to Visit in the Gili Islands
The Gili Islands: the scenery around here is what most envision when they drum up mental imagery of "tropical paradise". This idyllic archipelago might be tiny in regards to landmass, but it's anything…
— Lonely Planet
The Amazonian Town Putting World Cities to Shame
Puerto Nariño is a tranquil experiment in sustainable living where motor vehicles are banned and the streets are as clean as Copenhagen's. The boat dock in the Colombian town of Leticia was a hive of…
— BBC
Tours and Activities
This National Park Is The Most-Visited Natural Wonder In The World
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is the most-visited natural wonder on the entire planet. Most travelers visit the South Rim because of its accessibility, whereas the North Rim is quieter and harder to access…
— The Travel
One of Copenhagen’s Most Iconic Buildings Has Been Destroyed by Fire
One of Copenhagen’s most iconic buildings, the Old Stock Exchange, was ravaged by a massive fire on April 16 that destroyed much of the 400-year-old building—most notably, its iconic spire, a fairy…
— AFAR
How to Go Whale Watching in Los Cabos
Whales can be found in all the oceans of the world but for those who’ve long dreamt of laying eyes on them, Los Cabos offers a unique vantage point to embark on a scenic whale-watching pub crawl of…
— Fodor's Travel
Cruise
This New ‘Standby’ Cruise Fare Costs Just $49 Per Day—but Is It Worth It?
Would you be willing to wait at a port city with your bags packed, hoping to board a cruise at the last minute, all in order to secure one of the cheapest cruise deals out there? Holland America—with its…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Thousands of Passengers Affected as Princess Cruises Delays New Ship
The next new Princess Cruises ship won't be arriving as soon as planned. Princess on Friday pushed back the debut of the 4,300-passenger Star Princess from Aug. 2, 2025, to Oct. 4, 2025 — a two…
— The Points Guy
Transportation
Europe’s Travel Strikes: Flight and Train Disruption You Can Expect in April and May
Strikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions. Walkouts are sometimes planned months ahead but others are announced last…
— Euronews
Here’s How Joe Biden Can Lower Families’ Costs for Air Travel
Following the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Americans are reminded of how heavily we rely on mobility and how easily transportation options can vanish. This…
— The Hill
Construction to Begin on High-Speed Rail Between Vegas and California
Privately owned train company Brightline will break ground next week on a $12 billion high-speed rail project connecting Las Vegas and Southern California. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg will…
— The Washington Post
Lodging
Amsterdam Just Banned Nearly All New Hotels
The city of Amsterdam will ban nearly all new hotels and restrict the number of tourists who can stay overnight each year in its latest effort to combat overtourism. Amsterdam will now prevent all new…
— Travel+Leisure
Do You Want an Early Hotel Check-in? Here’s What Is Happening Behind the Scenes.
Joy Felicitas’ bed-making skills are an artform. Moving swiftly, Felicitas pinched the pillows in half with her forearm so they slid smoothly into the pillowcase. She flung the double-sized mattress up as if it…
— USA Today
Other and Odd
Autism Makes Travel a Challenge. Here’s How I Learned to Cope
Busy places and unexpected events used to send me into meltdown on holiday. An autism diagnosis helped me to adapt my plans and rediscover the joy of travelling…
— The Guardian
4 Travel Secrets of the Mega-Rich, From a Vacation Planner for Billionaires
Imagine closing down Versailles to enjoy a private candlelit dinner. That’s the reality for the ultra rich, and people like Jaclyn Sienna India make it happen. India is the founder of a Sienna Charles, a…
— CNBC
Today in History
The First Earth Day
On April 22 of each year, millions of people celebrate Earth Day, regarded by many to mark the birth of the modern environmental movement. Gaylord Nelson, a Democratic Senator from Wisconsin, was the principal founder of the first Earth Day. Senator Nelson hired a young environmental activist, Denis Hayes, as the coordinator for the first Earth Day event in 1970. More than 20 million American participated in the first Earth Day, now celebrated in 193 countries around the world.…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Creating Effective Email Marketing Campaigns for Travel Agencies
by John Frenaye
Monday April 22, 2024
For those who h ave read this column before, you know I am a huge proponent of business cards and direct email marketing. Today, I am discussing why staying in touch with your clients through effective email marketing will distinguish your services from the competition. For travel professionals, crafting a targeted email campaign isn't just about blasting supplier offers, fostering relationships, and driving bookings. Here’s some straight talk about setting up an email marketing strategy that resonates with your clientele.
Craft Engaging Content…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Take More Shots
 The month of March has come and gone. In addition to heralding in Spring, March holds another exciting event for me. For us sports fans, it features March Madness. For those of you scratching your head, MM is a collegiate basketball tournament where 64 college teams compete in a “one and done” shootout where local betting is only surpassed by wagers during the Super Bowl.
The attraction for me, since my alma mater never makes the initial field, is the daily display of competition. These young men have worked extremely hard for months to gain entry into this tournament, and in the flash of an eye, their season can come to a crashing halt.
Every athlete on the court is qualified and filled with anticipation and hope…
— Travel Research Online
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