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Destinations
15 Unwritten Rules to Know Before Visiting New York City
For first-time visitors, New York City can be as intimidating as it is alluring. With over 8 million residents and 220,000 businesses scattered across five boroughs and 350-plus neighborhoods, it would take multiple lifetimes to fully explore the dynamic and ever-evolving city that…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Malaysia on a Budget
Generations of curious travelers have donned a rucksack and headed to Southeast Asia to experience new cultures and fun times on a tight budget. Though Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia continue to be popular with this cash-strapped crowd, Malaysia has been somewhat…
— Lonely Planet
NEVER Say This Word If You Travel Here
When driving along the A5, the main road between Douglas and Port Erin on the Isle of Man, one important tradition must be heeded: Saying “hello” to the fairies when crossing the Fairy Bridge outside of the small town of Santon. If you don’t, you might get in trouble. The Isle of Man…
— Fodor's Travel
Tours and Activities
Avoid The Cancun Crowds! This Stunning Beach Destination Is Only 30 Minutes Away
We all know Cancun is the most popular international destination for Americans craving some winter sun and a whole week of pampering and luxury, but what about those of us who can't stand the usual resort crowds or even would prefer something just a little more exclusive…
— Travel Off Path
A Oaxacan Chef’s Guide to the Best of Oaxaca City’s Street Food
Mexico is renowned for its deeply regional cuisine, and the state of Oaxaca is home to what is widely considered some of its best. High in the Sierra Madre mountains upon a dusty plateau, Oaxaca City's Spanish Baroque cathedrals loom over low blocks of brightly coloured buildings…
— BBC
These Astrology-Themed Vacations and Retreats Will Bring You Closer to the Stars
Astrocartography is slowly rising in popularity across the internet It’s the study of how your zodiac chart aligns and interacts with the map, giving you insight into which places in the world can best support certain areas of your life, from love to career to home. It’s helped many…
— Travel Noire
Cruise
How to Get the Most for Your Money
A highlight of my first cruise took place on land. During a stop in Plymouth, England, on a Holland America Line sailing, I walked to the Plymouth Gin Distillery. The hour-long outing included an overview of its history as the oldest working distillery in England, a behind-the…
— USA Today
These Are the 10 Dirtiest Cruise Ships, According to the CDC — Including an Ultra-Luxury Vessel
The CDC randomly inspects and scores cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. Vessels inspected so far in 2024 have scored an average of 95.7 out of 100. A score of 85 or less is considered unacceptable. The dirtiest ships this year so far scored 89 or less, including one…
— AOL
Transportation
These Were the Airports with the Highest Thanksgiving Wait Times Last Year, According to a New Report
Thanksgiving travel inevitably means long airport wait times, and that’s especially true in Miami where wait times exceeded any other major airport last year. The average peak security wait at Miami International Airport (MIA) was a whopping 54.1 minutes over the Thanksgiving…
— Travel+Leisure
Singapore Airlines to Spend $835 Million Upgrading Long-Haul Airbus A350 Cabins
Singapore Airlines (SIAL.SI), opens new tab will spend 1.1 billion Singapore dollars ($834.66 million) to upgrade all classes on its 41 Airbus A350-900 long-haul and ultra-long-range planes by the end of 2030, the airline said on Monday. The airline group's SIA Engineering Company…
— Reuters
Lodging
The 4 Most Exciting New Hotels in Rome
Rome’s hotel scene is having a renaissance, and as a hotel-obsessed travel writer living in Rome, I’ve been keeping tabs on them all. At Anantara Palazzo Naiadi, I’ve sipped on a spritz while watching the sun set over the Fountain of the Naiads in Piazza della Repubblica. During…
— AFAR
Limited Capacity & All-Inclusive: Resorts Made for Dropping Off the Map
All-inclusive resorts take the headache out of vacation planning. Guests only need to show up ready to unwind—and that’s about it. With meals and some basic activities accounted for, the idea is that visitors can invest their time and energy into doing what interests them most. That…
— Travel Awaits
Hilton Beefs up All-Inclusive Collection With 2 Planned Resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic
Hilton may not have as many all-inclusive resorts as its competitors, but the company has consistently been adding new properties to its portfolio for the last few years. Now, Hilton Honors' 200 million-plus members have a new all-inclusive property to look forward to. As part of a…
— The Points Guy
Other and Odd
"Tropical Cyclone Eighteen" Sets Aim At Three Vacation Hot Spots: Florida Also Implicated
A system is now threatening the Gulf of Mexico later in the week. There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding Tropical Cyclone Eighteen. The latest tropical threat has a high probability of developing into a hurricane. The system is set to bring heavy rainfall to popular vacation…
— The Travel
Move Over Black Friday: Consumer Interest in ‘Travel Tuesday’ Soars
First there was Black Friday — then Cyber Monday. Now deal-thirsty consumers have a reason to shop online one day longer. “Travel Tuesday” — the first Tuesday after the American Thanksgiving holiday — targets those looking for discounts on trips, rather than flat-screen TVs…
— CNBC
Today in History
The Tomb of Tutankhamun
Tutankhamun was an Egyptian Pharaoh ruling from approximately 1341 BC to 1323 BC. The boy-king was only eight years old when he became Pharaoh. Howard Carter, a British Egyptologist, had found clues to the…
— Travel Research Online
Editorial Musings
Luxury Travel in 2024: What High-End Clients Expect
by John Frenaye
Monday November 04, 2024
Luxury travel i s evolving and is no longer just about five-star hotels and private jets. Today’s high-end travelers demand personalized, unique experiences that offer exclusivity, authenticity, and convenience. In 2024, luxury clients expect more than just luxury—they expect to be wowed. And generally, they have the budget to make it happen!
Personalization is the name of the game. Luxury travelers don’t want cookie-cutter itineraries. They want curated experiences tailored to their exact preferences. That might mean a private vineyard tour with the winemaker, an exclusive dinner on a secluded beach, or a behind-the-scenes experience at a world-class art gallery. The more personalized, the better.
Seamlessness is also crucial. High-end clients expect every detail to be handled, from private airport transfers to last-minute itinerary changes. The goal is…
— Travel Research Online
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Mike's Monday Cup of Mo-Joe
Become More Likeable
 I have been writing articles like this for what seems like an eternity. In fact, I think I have penned close to 3000 articles since I began writing for TRO. If nothing else, you know by now that I look at marketing and sales from a different angle. One thing I can say for certain. The older I get, which means the more experienced I get, the easier it gets.
I have found along the way that sometimes we insist on shooting ourselves in the foot. We complicate this thing called sales and it doesn't have to be that way. Since I have always considered you as entrepreneurs, rather than travel agents, I really don't care what you sell. I know it's travel-related, but today I'm…
— Travel Research Online
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