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Destinations
Want to Drive Through Europe? Try This Route From Amsterdam to Paris.
One of the first words you should learn in France or Belgium is “grève,” the French word for “strike,” because you’ll often hear it in the local news. During the past few years, strikes have consistently interrupted European airlines and rail services. Instead of being vulnerable to tricky…
— The Washington Post
5 Places to Visit for Pride in New York
For decades, visitors flocking to New York for Pride every June found plenty of packed bars and jubilant parties but no easy way to engage with the city’s rich L.G.B.T.Q. history. Even Sheridan Square, the center of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising that catalyzed the gay liberation…
— New York Times
Greece Heatwave: Warning for Tourists After Four Dead and More Missing in Record Temperatures
Greece is counting the cost of an early heatwave that has taken the lives of several tourists in a preview of the extreme weather it is likely to face this summer. An urgent warning has been issued to anyone travelling to the country as four holidaymakers have died and more are…
— The Independent
Tours and Activities
Stonehenge Summer Solstice Travel Warning
Thousands of people heading to Stonehenge for this year's summer solstice have been warned about a road closure in the area. About 8,000 gathered at the ancient site near Salisbury in 2023 to celebrate the longest day of year - and a similar number is expected on Thursday…
— BBC
9 Paris Olympic Activities That Are Free—No Reservations or Tickets Required
The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris will be like nothing that has ever been seen before during a Summer Olympics. Not only will the opening ceremony take place outside a stadium for the first time, but also many of the games are set in the heart of the city. Paris is planning…
— AFAR
Cruise
Scenic Pairs Cutting-Edge Cruising With the Newest in Luxury Travel
Antarctica is the ultimate bucket-list destination. To truly experience the continent’s otherworldly landscapes and diverse wildlife, you’ll want to do it in an intimate and impactful way. Scenic’s Polar Region Ocean Cruise hosts just 200 guests at a time for once-in-a-lifetime trips. Its…
— Globe and Mail
Top 5 Most Popular Cruise Lines This Summer Unveiled In New Report
Cruising has exploded in popularity, emerging as one of the top trending ways to explore the world this year. I love cruising because it allows you to explore several destinations in one trip without packing and unpacking your luggage over and over again. And if you choose an all…
— Travel Off Path
Setting High Standards at the Port of San Diego
From the moment a ship drops anchor to when it sets sail, the Port of San Diego aims to deliver a premier experience for cruise lines and guests alike. The port focuses on investing in important developments such as clean energy and shore power to ensure it can continue to…
— Cruise and Ferry
Transportation
What’s Driving Record-Setting Air Travel Ahead of Summer?
Summer officially arrives this week and the TSA is already reporting some of its busiest travel days ever in what’s projected to be a record-setting year at the nation’s airports. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s Sam Brock shares on tips to avoid crowds…
— Today
Travelers From These US States Have the Worst Airplane Etiquette
Sitting next to someone with poor airplane etiquette can easily ruin your flight, and the U.S. state you’re flying out of may determine that. From the seat in front of you reclining into your lap to a passenger who hogs both armrests — and isn’t in the middle seat — there are a…
— USA Today
The Most Luxurious Train in Asia Has Returned—Here’s a First Look
Luxury hospitality brand Belmond has been gradually growing its collection of luxurious train rides based on the premise that travel by rail has the ability to transport passengers back to the so-called golden age of travel, a time before the isolation and distraction of social media and…
— AFAR
Lodging
Is That *Really* a Four Seasons? Luxury Hotel Fakes Are Out There
There are few things I love more than a Four Seasons hotel. The legendary hospitality brand is known for luxury accommodations in top destinations, “Did-that-really-just-happen?”-caliber customer service, and beds so plush I literally have to be lured out of them with the…
— Fodor's Travel
Rates Are Declining at Budget Hotels, but That Doesn’t Mean Widespread Bargains
Travelers this summer might not be experiencing any major discounts when they go to book a hotel room in the U.S., but there is a softening in some segments of the market. However, it's a little premature to celebrate the idea of any oncoming bargains. Hotel data firm STR this…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Will the EU’s New Entry/Exit System Cause a Travel Backlog?
Over the last few decades, governments have had to deal with accelerating growth in global travel and the need for their countries to remain competitive as a destination of choice for tourism, trade, investment and education. But, equally, they have also had to balance this with the…
— EuroNews
These Travel Companies Are Making Big Moves to Help LGBTQ Travelers
“I’ve made it my mission to encourage more Black LGBTQ travelers like me to explore the world,” says Michael Henderson. After years of being the go-to trip planner for his family and friends, Henderson launched his own agency, B.A.G. Travel, in 2021. Today, he’s coordinating…
— Travel+Leisure
Today in History
The Statue of Liberty Arrives in NYC
The French frigate Isere steamed into New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. On board were 214 crates originating in France. Inside the crates were the 350 individual pieces that would be assembled to create the…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Beyond the Boom: Marketing Tips for a Changing Travel Landscape
by John Frenaye
Monday June 17, 2024
As the world gr adually recovers from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the travel industry faces new challenges. The surge of "revenge travel," where travelers were eager to make up for lost time, is beginning to wane. For travel professionals, it is essential to adapt to these changes and prepare for a potential shift in demand. The post-COVID travel boom may not last, but travel agents can continue to thrive with the right strategies. Here are some actionable marketing and sales suggestions to help you stay profitable in this evolving market.
Understanding the Shift in Travel Demand
Recent trends indicate that the pent-up desire to travel, which surged due to pandemic restrictions, is diminishing. Factors such as higher travel costs, inflation, and increasing anti-tourism sentiments…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Dressbarn Serves As An Ideal Motivator
 On a sunny morning in 2019, I read that Dress Barn would be closing. To be honest, it meant absolutely nothing to me. It was my wife who let out a quiet scream of concern, “I have a few sweaters and tops from Dressbarn that I absolutely love.”
The article reminded me that this establishment has (had) been in business for over 50 years. The culprit came as no surprise. Online shopping and Amazon in particular as well as a well-known discounter known for their red target were the primary culprits.
I have been known to be seen strolling aimlessly down an aisle or two of Targets on a Saturday morning, and I am a Prime Member of Amazon. I toss no dispersions in either direction. That…
— Travel Research Online
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