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Destinations
Nonstop Flights & Blissful Beaches: Swap San Juan For This Lesser-Known Puerto Rican Paradise
Some argue San Juan is the most vibrant cultural city of all the Caribbean islands. Think about it – Between Kingston's violence, Havana's power outages, and Nassau's scarce attractions, that leaves Puerto's Rico historic capital as the place to be. Better yet, you don't need a…
— Travel Off Path
36 Hours in Moab, Utah
Just over 5,000 people call Moab, Utah, home, yet this scrappy desert outpost welcomes more than three million visitors each year to play among its austere and inspiring red-rock landscapes. While most people time their vacations for the spring and early fall, visiting in late…
— New York Times
It’s Tourist Season In Western North Carolina and People Are Canceling. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t.
Fall in North Carolina is glorious, the leaves marking the changing of the season along the mountain ranges with a red and gold show. This is the busy time for tourism as visitors use leaf trackers to try and maximize their autumn trips. There’s apple picking, walks through the winery…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
Most Beautiful Public Libraries in the US: Boston, Iowa, & Beyond
Over the last 30 years, many libraries have transformed into multi-media hubs. They offer tools like free Wi-Fi and computer access, along with scheduled programs and classes geared toward kids, young adults, and adult learners. They even serve as an important third space. For…
— Travel Awaits
Disney Fans Worry About These Park Changes, so We Went to the Top
The energy was electric at the D23 Disney Experiences Showcase in Anaheim, California, over the summer. That quickly changed. At the time, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro was like Oprah, famously exclaiming, “You get a car! You get a car! You get a car!” unveiling…
— USA Today
Patagonia's 12 Best Hikes
Crisscrossed by glacial rivers and streams, alternately covered in scrubland and ancient woodlands, and dotted with myriad ice-melt lakes whose surfaces range from pale blue to navy, Patagonia offers an extraordinary way to encounter nature at its rawest. Covering a…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Royal Caribbean Faces Hefty EPA Fine For Waste Reporting Violations
Royal Caribbean International, one of the world’s largest cruise lines, has been hit with a substantial fine by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The company faces a penalty of nearly $475,000 for alleged violations related to waste reporting and management practices…
— Travel Noire
Disney Cruise Line Takes Delivery of Disney Treasure
Disney Cruise Line has taken delivery of its newest ship, Disney Treasure, from German shipbuilder Meyer Werft. The second Wish-class vessel was completed ahead of scheduled despite featuring some of the “most complex and innovative entertainment facilities”, according to the…
— Cruise and Ferry
Transportation
This Major Airline Is Suspending Flights Between London's Gatwick and New York
Travelers planning a trip to London have lost one route option. British Airways recently revealed it would be suspending service on flights between New York’s JFK Airport and London’s Gatwick Airport in the coming months. The airline cites delays in receiving engines and parts…
— Travel+Leisure
Boeing Workers Extend Strike After Voting Against Latest Labor Contract
A majority percentage of Boeing’s largest union voted on October 23 to reject a proposed labor contract. The impactful move by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) extends an ongoing strike that started on September 13. In a same-day…
— Travel Noire
Lodging
Hyatt’s All-Inclusive Resort Offering to Grow Significantly With New Bahia Principe Partnership
Hyatt's all-inclusive resort portfolio keeps growing and growing. On Monday morning the Chicago-headquartered hotel giant announced a new Spain-based joint venture with Grupo Piñero, owner of the Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts and Cayo Levantado Resort brands. The new Hyatt…
— The Points Guy
This New Porto Hotel Mixes Medieval History And Impressive Engineering
On the surface, Porto’s new Hotel das Virtudes might seem like a tough sell. It’s a five-star hotel in a major European city, but “there’s no parking, no pool, no spa and no gym,” admits general manager João Soares. Instead, “what we have is people.” Sure enough, the hotel is full…
— Forbes
Other and Odd
A Guide to Surviving—and Enjoying—Holiday Travel This Year
You hear the same refrain every year: that the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s holiday season is going to be busier and more stressful than ever before. But the truth is that with the right intel and planning, it’s all going to be OK. Better than OK, actually. Because the…
— AFAR
Hebden Bridge: The Surprising ‘Lesbian Capital of the Uk'
Home to just 4,500 people and set in a scenic, rural valley, this quaint market town has blossomed into a bastion of tolerance. "None of the bars here are gay bars," said Liz Paton. "But at the same time, they all are." Paton is the charismatic owner of Drink, an independent taproom…
— BBC Travel
Election Anxiety Is Scrambling Americans’ Travel Plans
Emily Reeve and her husband usually spend Thanksgiving in Hawaii, Florida or Disneyland, but not this year. “I have a toddler now and I’m worried about being in a potentially volatile situation should we be traveling post-election,” said Reeve, 32. The couple doesn’t have family near…
— CNBC
Today in History
Dedication of the Statue of Liberty
The Centennial Anniversary of the United States was approaching. The French public wanted to present a suitable gift to its sister democratic republic. The result of much deliberation produced the prototype for the…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Adapting to Remote Work: Travel Packages for Digital Nomads
by John Frenaye
Monday October 28, 2024
Remote work is  no longer a trend—it’s a lifestyle, and digital nomads are leading the charge. Just look for “van life” on YouTube! As more companies embrace flexible work arrangements, the number of professionals working remotely while traveling the globe continues to grow. This creates a unique opportunity for travel agents to offer specialized packages tailored to the needs of these modern-day wanderers.
Digital nomads are looking for destinations that blend work and play, but they have specific needs. First and foremost, they require reliable, high-speed internet. Spotty Wi-Fi is a deal-breaker, so working with accommodations and destinations catering to remote workers is essential. Coworking spaces, ergonomic workstations, and on-site tech support can make or break a digital nomad’s experience.
Popular destinations for digital nomads often offer…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Don’t Worry, Be Happy
 These four words popped into my head recently and in addition to recalling a little tune sung by Bobby McFerrin, I found myself thinking of retirement. Yes, I have not been confused for a spring chicken for many years now and I often have to stop and think how I managed to get out of bed yesterday. Some call it age while I prefer to consider it as experience. But I digress.
Due to age, experience or whatever you want to call it, my days of actively pursuing new business have slowly gone the way of Seinfeld reruns. But here comes today’s million dollar thought of the day. I am having more fun knowing that I do not really care if I land that new account…
— Travel Research Online
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