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Destinations
Experience "The Outdoor Playground of The West” — An Eco-Friendly Bend, Oregon Travel Guide
With values rooted in accountability, integrity, and respect (according to the city itself), Bend, Ore., was once known as the "Farewell Bend." Named after the 90-degree bend in the Deschutes River south of the now beloved downtown area, as per the City of Bend website, the land…
— Green Matter
15 Unwritten Rules That Everyone Should Know Before Visiting London
It’s no secret that the people of London love to queue—for non-UK folks, that means waiting in line. We are known for our obsession with order; a compulsive need to systemize everything into neat and tidy sections. So when throngs of travelers flock to the capital, some (read…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Move Over Tokyo! Osaka’s Fun & Funky Vibe Winning Over Travelers
If you’ve always dreamed of visiting Japan, then it might be time to forget those Tokyo Nights and plan a trip to a younger, hipper city instead. I’m talking about Osaka. Osaka is the 3rd largest city in Japan but it is still referred to as Japan’s Second City. Osaka has a very…
— Travel Off Path
Tours and Activities
A First-Time Guide to the Acropolis, Athens’ Ancient Citadel
Overlooking modern-day Athens, the mighty Acropolis is a powerful reminder of the city's ancient history. Inhabited since the Bronze Age, this "high city" served various purposes, from housing Greece's kings to being a center for worship and intellectual activity. Through natural…
— Lonely Planet
The 10 Dishes You Have to Try While Visiting the Amalfi Coast
There's much more to Italy's Amalfi Coast than pizza. From sweet lemons to umami anchovy sauce, the food of the Amalfi Coast is a celebration of its gastronomic history, microclimates, and ample sunshine. With both sea and fertile mountains on hand, the cuisine is rich…
— Fodor's Travel
7 Colorado Hiking Towns With Trails Right Near The Hotel
Colorado is home to some of the most inviting towns in the Rocky Mountains—it boasts beautiful scenery of mountains, lakes, rivers, and forests. It’s also home to many hiking towns visitors love exploring, including Ouray, Evergreen, Boulder, and Estes Park. These scenic…
— The Travel
Cruise
Norwegian to Become the First Cruise Line to Sail Out of Philadelphia Port in Years — What to Know
Norwegian Cruise Line will call Philadelphia home in 2026, becoming the first cruise line to sail from the city in years. Starting on April 16, 2026, the company will sail from the City of Brotherly Love to Bermuda, Canada, and New England, Norwegian recently announced. The…
— Travel+Leisure
Princess Cruises Has Been Touting a Groundbreaking New Attraction. It Won’t Be Opening
One of the most notable new attractions on a cruise ship won't be opening. Princess Cruises on Friday announced that the Rollglider ride atop the recently unveiled Sun Princess will remain closed indefinitely. The line suggested the ride, which has never operated, would eventually be…
— The Points Guy
Ponant’s 2025 Kimberley Fly/Stay/Cruise Packages
Ponant unveiled fly/stay/cruise packages across 18 Kimberley 2025 departures from May to September. They are available to book now and include return flights from all major Australian and New Zealand cities, transfers, one night’s pre-cruise accommodation and a 10-night voyage…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
Finally, a Way Around Exorbitant Rental Car Surcharges for Tolls
Tolls have long been the curse of rental car drivers, who often find their final bills inflated by per-day charges for access to automated toll payment devices provided by rental car companies. Now one toll authority in Florida aims to eliminate rental car sticker shock. The Central…
— New York Times
Most Airlines Except One Are Recovering From the Crowdstrike Tech Outage. The Feds Have Noticed
Delta Air Lines struggled for a fourth straight day to recover from a worldwide technology outage caused by a faulty software update, stranding tens of thousands of passengers and drawing unwanted attention from the federal government. The airline’s chief executive said it…
— The Washington Post
New American Airlines Tags Aim to Improve Mobility Device Handling
Travelers who rely on mobility devices may find a more streamlined check-in process at American Airlines, as the carrier rolled out automatic device tags across its network. Previously, wheelchairs and other mobility aids needed to be manually tagged. Now, the airline and its regional…
— USA Today
Lodging
Hotel Saint Augustine, Bunkhouse Group's First Houston Concept, Now Accepting Reservations for Fall 2024
Hotel Saint Augustine, a forthcoming boutique hotel from Austin's acclaimed hospitality group Bunkhouse, is now accepting reservations for fall 2024. As the first Bunkhouse hotel concept coming to Houston, Hotel Saint Augustine will further the brand's reputation for creating some…
— Hospitality Net
What It’s Like Staying Inside Pharrell’s Goodtime Hotel in South Beach, Miami
I can’t remember the last time I had to do a double-take when I walked into a hotel lobby. I’ve stayed in luxury hotels — you know, the ones with marble floors where you can see your reflection, minimal color, and first-class touches in the interior, hallways, lobby, and guest rooms…
— Travel Noire
This Castle Hotel in Austria Is a Now Reimagined Luxury Retreat
Just 13 miles outside of Salzburg, Lake Fuschl sparkles in shades of emerald and turquoise, fringed by forest and backed by rolling mountains. This place has bewitched generations of visitors—many of them locals who return season after season. And with Rosewood Hotels and…
— AFAR
Other and Odd
July's CrowdStrike Outage Is Yet Another Reason Why You Need Travel Insurance
On July 19, CrowdStrike, a common provider of cybersecurity software, experienced a global outage that impacted everything from local emergency services to healthcare systems. The outage also grounded thousands of flights, leaving many travelers stranded. Of course…
— The Motley Fool
EU Revises Explanatory Guidelines on Passenger Rights to Provide More Clarity
The EU Commission has revised the explanatory guidelines on air passenger rights. The guidelines have been revised to offer more clarity to operators and passengers in the EU, especially those with disabilities and with reduced mobility. A recent survey has shown that citizens of the…
— Schengen.News
Today in History
Ulysses S. Grant Dies
Ulysses S. Grant, American Civil War general and the eighteenth President of the United States, died on this date in 1885. Grant was by almost any estimation a brilliant military strategist and his battlefield tactics are…
— Travel Research Online
Upcoming Training Opportunities
CroisiEurope – The best kept secret in river cruising
Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 2 pm EDT/11 am PDT
Learn everything you need to know to sell Europe’s largest river cruise line. Based in France and independently family owned and operated since 1976, CroisiEurope has pioneered river cruising on some of the most beautiful waterways in Europe and beyond. Their fleet of 50 ships includes everything from hotel canal barges to classic styled ocean liners, paddlewheel river boats and luxury small ship safari cruising. CroisiEurope welcomes nearly 200,000 passengers annually on 170 itineraries in 37 countries. Offering unique and exclusive ships and itineraries, refined French cuisine and a relaxed onboard atmosphere, CroisiEurope is the ideal option for those looking for a more immersive European vacation experience.
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Avoid Catastrophe: The Dangers of DIY Legal for Your Travel Business
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 3 pm EDT/12 pm PDT
Are you a travel entrepreneur navigating the complexities of running your own agency? Join Sheila Folk, CEO and Founder of Travel Industry Solutions, for a vital webinar that could save your business from costly legal pitfalls.
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