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Monday October 21, 2024

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Destinations

Thousands Protest in Spain’s Canary Islands Against Over Tourism
Thousands of people protested in holiday resorts in Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday against over tourism which they say prices local people out of the housing market. Under the slogan Canary Islands has a limit, residents demonstrated simultaneously in Gran Canaria, Tenerife, La…

Discover Southern Italy's Last Hidden Secret Destination
Vespa rides into blood-orange sunsets, ancient monuments dating back millennia, village-hopping around a picturesque Tuscany: Italy is probably Europe's most sought-after destination regardless of season, and it requires no introduction. From the winding cobbled streets of…

Our Boundless Love for Big Sur May Be Killing It
The 70 miles of California coastline that makes up the unincorporated area of Big Sur has a storied, almost mystical allure, largely thanks to its staggering beauty. With redwood forests, stunning Pacific views, winding rivers and natural hot springs, the area has for decades attracted…

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Tours and Activities

Notre-Dame Cathedral Finally Has a Reopening Date
It’s been more than six years since a fire ripped through Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris on April 15, 2019. Reconstruction efforts on the 12th-century monument were painstaking, and Notre-Dame finally has an opening date: December 8, 2024. “My job is to be ready to open this…

5 Wine-Tasting Tours in Buenos Aires You Can't Miss
When you think of great wine, which places come to mind? I immediately imagine the stretching hills of Tuscany, Lombardy, Alsace, Bordeaux, and Rioja. If pressed to think beyond the scope of Italy, France, and Spain, I’d probably jump to either Eastern Europe or South Africa. The…

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Cruise

US Man Contracts Rare 'Super Virus' On Cruise, Left With Brain Damage
What was meant to be a joyous celebration of 37 years of marriage turned into a harrowing medical nightmare for a Colorado couple. Guy Matlock, 64, found himself battling for his life in a Copenhagen hospital after contracting a devastating ‘super virus’ during a European cruise…

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Sued Over Hidden Camera That May Have Filmed Hundreds of Passengers: Lawsuit
A Royal Caribbean International passenger has launched a class-action lawsuit against the company and its former crew member after as many as 960 people may have been victims of a hidden camera in a bathroom on board. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Symphony of the Seas…

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Transportation

Spirit Airlines Extends Debt Refinancing Deadline Hours Before Expiration
Spirit Airlines on Friday said it reached an agreement with its credit card processor to again extended a debt refinancing timeline to December, hours before it was set to hit its deadline. Spirit said in a filing late Friday that earlier this week it drew down the entirety of its $300 million…

Delta Air Lines Unveils Cabin Redesign, Promising Enhanced Comfort Across All Classes
Delta Air Lines has announced comprehensive plans to redesign its entire aircraft fleet. This ambitious project comes to light as the airline approaches its centennial celebration. It aims to transform the passenger experience from nose to tail. Delta’s vice president of customer…

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Lodging

Baha Mar Just Announced a Fourth Hotel – What We Know So Far
Luxury Bahamas resort complex Baha Mar will add a fourth hotel property in the coming years, expanding its presence on the island. The new resort, which is expected to open in 2029, will sit on 12 acres of beachfront property, Baha Mar shared with Travel + Leisure. The hotel will…

10 Hotels With Michelin-Starred Restaurants – And How to Use Points to Pay For Them
For travelers who are as passionate about food as they are about exploring new destinations, planning a vacation around a Michelin-starred dining experience can be the ultimate culinary adventure. It's the perfect excuse to catch a glimpse of high-profile chefs, discover unique ingredients and taste new techniques — and doing so may even give you a better appreciation for the culture and region you are…

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Other and Odd

Why Right Now Is the Best Time To Renew Your Passport
The years-long bureaucratic tangles that plagued passport renewals and first-time applications since the pandemic are finally over. Not only have US passport processing times bounced back to pre-pandemic rates—they're the shortest they've been in years. On October 3, 2024, the…

France's Bougiest Alcohol Experience Has Nothing to Do With Wine
Okay, you’ve got me: I love a good boozy vacation. And whether you’re an alcohol connoisseur or a special-occasion-only drinker, you can likely understand the appeal of visiting a place for yes, its culture and its history and its food, but also its libations that often reflect this history and…

‘They Want Something Different’: Two Reports Predict a Big Shift in Travel Behavior in 2025
The biggest travel trend of 2022 was to go big, spend big — with people eagerly booking bucket list-style trips to places like Bali, Rome, London and Paris. But two new reports show travelers are now in a very different headspace. Trend reports from Expedia and Booking.com…

Today in History

The Straits of Magellan
On October 21, 1519, a small fleet of Spanish ships led by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived at 52 degrees south, seeking to round South America in its quest for a western passage to the Spice Islands of…

Press Releases of Interest

Travelers Can Save on Tours to Great Britain and France With Collette’s ‘Hot Deals’ for October
Pawtucket, RI (October 16, 2024) – Collette is offering a discount for select tours to Great Britain and France as a part of October’s Hot Deals. Travelers can save up to $350 when booking the November 6, 2024 departure for…

Editorial Musings

How to Win Over Gen Z Travelers
by John Frenaye
Monday October 21, 2024

Generation Z is stepping into the spotlight, and they’re changing the way we think about travel. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, this cohort is highly connected, socially conscious, and values experiences over material goods. For travel agents, cracking the Gen Z code means understanding what drives their travel decisions and how to speak their language—literally and figuratively.

First, sustainability matters to Gen Z. This generation grew up in the era of climate change awareness, and they care deeply about the planet. They are more likely to choose eco-friendly destinations and accommodations that prioritize sustainability. To appeal to this audience, emphasize green travel options—whether it’s an eco-lodge in Costa Rica, a wildlife conservation project in Africa, or a low-impact tour of a European city.

Next, remember…

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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe

An Interesting Analogy While Sweating Profusely

People often ask me where I get my ideas from for future articles. After penning over 2500 articles, I too find myself scratching my head at times. The answer, however, is quite simple. I live my life while paying attention to my surroundings. Life itself is a constant saga (article) unfolding as the days, weeks, months and years expeditiously fly by.

Strangely enough, today’s reminder comes to you via the Clark Gym’s Sauna Box in Cooperstown, NY. I recently found myself chatting with a man who entered the “box” before the topic of high school students soon became the topic of discussion. As I soon learned, he was a former guidance counselor and I shared with him the fact that I had written a book targeting…

  — Travel Research Online
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