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Destinations
Nicaragua Offers Beaches and Adventure Away From Crowds The ATV loudly whirred as I drove, dust swirling up behind me from the dirt road. No other vehicles were in sight, although I had to stop for a bull making a leisurely crossing. I navigated through the forest until I reached a manned gate, where I paid a small fee to continue down the… — USA Today ‘CopenPay’ To Encourage Greener Travel Choices In Copenhagen, Denmark With a population that embraces cycling and enjoys a close relationship to nature, Copenhagen has long been considered one of Europe’s happiest, greenest cities. Denmark’s capital city features multiple swimming locations at the heart of its harbors, a ski slope atop a power… — Forbes 9 Reasons Why July Is The Best Time To Visit Paris The capital of France and a major European city, Paris has immense tourism appeal. It has impacted industries globally, serving as a cultural hub unlike any other. The city has made its mark on art, fashion, the culinary arts, and much more. As one of the most visited cities in the… — Travel Noire
Tours and Activities
Lausanne, Where the Olympics Never End Every year is an Olympics year in Lausanne, Switzerland, a city of stone buildings, tile roofs and historic church squares perched on a hillside overlooking Lake Geneva. As home to the International Olympic Committee and the Olympic Museum, the city is involved year-round in… — New York Times Under Canvas Founder Who Put Glamping on the Map in the U.S. Is Going Global Waking up in king-size beds next to Zion National Park. Lounging in West Elm furnishings near Yellowstone. Camping with en suite bathrooms a stone’s throw from the Grand Canyon. With the founding of Under Canvas in 2009, Sarah Dusek and her husband, Jacob Dusek, were… — AFAR Best Dog Parks, Dog Bars, and Dog Beaches in the US Our furry friends are more than just pets — they're family. So, USA TODAY 10Best went on a quest to uncover the best ways to pamper your pet, as well as the top pet-friendly spots across the nation. From dog parks to pet subscription boxes, an expert panel made their picks across… — USA Today
Cruise
Missing American Teen Who Left Cruise Ship at German Port Found Safe in a City More Than 100 Miles Away A 14-year-old American boy missing for three days after he walked away from a Caribbean Princess cruise ship at a German port was found safe Saturday, police and a family member said. Aydin Brown had been on the cruise with his grandmother, but left the ship after its scheduled… — NBC News Silversea’s 2027 World Cruise to Visit 80 Destinations Across Three Oceans Silversea’s 2027 World Cruise is set to visit over 80 ports of call across three different oceans. Now available for booking, the 149-day global voyage is said to be the most destination-intensive ever offered by the luxury brand. Named “The Three Oceans,” the itinerary features visits to… — Cruise Industry News
Transportation
Air Travel Demand Is Breaking Records. Airline Profits Are Not Higher payroll and other expenses are eating into airline profits despite strong travel demand. Airlines have ramped up U.S. capacity, forcing some carriers to discount fares in off-peak periods. Delta, the country’s most profitable airline, kicks off airline earnings season on July 11… — CNBC Hurricane Beryl Snarls Travel in U.S. As Airlines Cancel More Than 1,300 Flights More than 1,300 U.S. flights were canceled early Monday as airlines grapple with the impact of Hurricane Beryl making landfall in Texas. Another roughly 700 flights were delayed, according to flight tracking website FlightAware. Most of the affected flights are those originating in… — CBS News
Lodging
Escape To Luxury: Live Like Royalty At This All-Inclusive Punta Cana Beach Resort With A Secret Pool People opt for all-inclusive resorts for a variety of different reasons. For some, it’s the endless amounts of food and drinks; others spend countless hours poolside, and the rest may simply want to unwind in paradise, enjoying all the posh amenities like complimentary room… — Travel Off Path 5-Star Vs 4-Star: Why Going Up A Star Matters In 2024 Throughout the years there has been a significant rise in the quality of vacation accommodation, ranging from whole house rentals for large groups to eco-friendly 5-star hotels. In the United States, and throughout the world, new hotels earn 5-star status all the time based on a… — The Travel Here’s How to Save on Hotel Prices This Summer If you haven't booked a vacation yet this summer, it's not too late — and it doesn't have to drain your wallet like it has in prior years or even months. Deals are still out there for those looking to take a last-minute or late summer vacation in the U.S. The latest inflationary data from… — The Points Guy
Other and Odd
Does Travel Endorse a Destination’s Policies? In My Experience, No. Traveling to Cuba does not make me a communist. Visiting Spain does not imply support for the monarchy. Going to the United States does not make me a defender of imperialism, and being in Argentina does not make me a follower of Milei. When will political fanatics understand that… — USA Today A New Chance to Hike Europe’s Ancient Salt Route An ancient salt trading route, the Pagarine Route is a new 159km walking path from the French Riviera up into the Italian hills that's now welcoming hikers. I was standing on the lively Plage des Ponchettes beach at the eastern end of Nice's Promenade des Anglais, the large… — BBC
Today in History
The Olive Branch Petition One faction of the Second Continental Congress, lead by delegate John Dickinson, wanted to appease King George III. A separate group lead by John Adams, however, was more radical and wanted an immediate… — Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
You Say Guerrilla, I Say Gorilla—It’s All Marketing! by John Frenaye Monday July 08, 2024
First things first! Following up from last week—does everyone still have the same number of fingers today that they had before the Fourth of July?
Standing out can be a challenge. Traditional marketing methods often blend into the background, making it difficult to capture the attention of potential clients. This is where guerrilla (yes, that is the proper term) marketing comes in—innovative, unconventional, and highly creative tactics that can generate buzz and excitement. Here are four outrageous yet effective guerrilla marketing campaigns that might just be the game-changer your agency—if you are brave…
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Publishers Corner
Consistently Persistent by Richard Earls Monday July 08, 2024
Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated failures. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. ~ Calvin Coolidge
All manner of personalities take on travel consulting. Those who remain in the business for more than a couple of years, however, share some common traits that serve to explain their ability to remain in place in an industry so challenging. As President Coolidge indicated, if you are not persistent, there is no other quality to take its place…
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Are You Ready to Make More Money in the Travel Business?
This may sound at first like a foolish question. Of course, you are ready to make more money. But it is not a foolish question. In fact, it is a question worth asking again and again. The truth is that most “travel professionals” do not want to make more money. I know this to be a fact because if they did, they would be making more money.
There is a wise old phrase that reminds us “talk is cheap.” Another cogent reminder suggests, “After all is said and done, more is said than done.”
Let’s cut to the chase and get a few facts straight. First, you can make as much money as you like in the travel business. You can double your current income in the…
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