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Destinations
How to Have an Amazing Long Weekend on a ‘Floating Pile of Garbage’
A week ago, former president Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden opened with a bit from comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, which left the audience speechless. And not in a good way. Hinchcliffe, who hosts the Kill Tony podcast, left the crowd stunned with his remarks about…
— Fodor's Travel
Should Tourists Return to Asheville?
A little more than a month after the remnants of Hurricane Helene killed residents, destroyed homes and businesses, and felled thousands of trees in western North Carolina, workers at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, N.C., got a round of applause Wednesday when they stood a tree…
— New York Times
Tours and Activities
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
London’s 8 Best Christmas Markets
Looking to check off your holiday gift list? Head to one of London’s many charming winter markets, which pop up all over the city in November and December. Whether you want to sip mulled wine overlooking the River Thames, browse crafts by local artisans or immerse yourself in all…
— Lonely Planet
5 U.S. Ski Resorts to Visit for Avoiding the Crowds
Winter mountain lovers know there’s nothing worse than spending half your day in the lift line. Although certain ski resorts in the USA—such as Smuggler’s Notch and Park City—are rightfully popular thanks to their impressive terrain and alpine setting, there are smaller resorts across the…
— AFAR
Cruise
Save Big on These Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2024 Cruise Deals
Bargain hunters, rejoice: Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2024 cruise deals are here, with the earliest having been released on October 31. While you may be spooked by how quickly the holidays are approaching, you’ll be in awe of how much savings are in store. This time every…
— Cruise Critic
Tropical Storm Rafael Forces MSC Cruise Ship to Alter Itinerary
Just when we thought the hurricane season was coming to an early close, another storm is predicted to become a hurricane by Tuesday, November 5, 2024. With the National Hurricane Center (NHC) issuing a tropical storm warning for Jamaica and a hurricane warning for the…
— Cruise Hive
Transportation
Southwest Airlines Makes A Bold Change To Its Drinks And Travellers Are Split
Southwest Airlines continues to make headlines for its "bold moves." Most recently, the airline company announced a new board chair and committee heads. In addition to the new leads, the airline continues its push towards a more environmentally friendly strategy. The latest effort…
— The Travel
According to the FAA & TSA, You Should Avoid These Airports & Flying Dates During Christmas
As much as we enjoy visiting loved ones over the holidays, getting home can be a nightmare. The holiday season sees plane tickets skyrocket in price, even for elite rewards members. On top of the hefty bill, airports are crowded, flights are often delayed or canceled, and there’s still…
— Travel Awaits
The World’s Longest Flight Is About to Get Even More Comfortable Thanks to Its New First Class Cabin
Singapore Airlines is upgrading the world’s longest flight with a brand-new first class cabin. The more than $800 million revamp will introduce the first class cabin on its seven Airbus A350-900ULR aircraft, the airline shared with Travel + Leisure. That plane is used on the world’s longest…
— Travel+Leisure
Lodging
Marriott Leaders Hint at Cost Cuts That Will Almost Certainly Impact Future Hotel Stays
At a time when major hotel companies like Marriott and Hilton increasingly grow by appealing to owners of existing hotels to take on a new brand affiliation, the executives of these brands have to do what they can to sweeten the deal. Monday morning, Marriott's executive team…
— The Points Guy
This Resort in the Maldives Offers an Innovative Amenity for Color-Blind Guests
“What color are those clouds?” I ask my companion as we bob in the large sunken pool on our private deck, long enough to cross in seven swipes of front crawl. The sun is sinking beneath the sapphire seas of the Indian Ocean, the last gasps of daylight painting the skies in…
— Condé Nast Traveler
Hotels Embrace Day Passes to Find New Users for Pools and Other Amenities
Honolulu resident Melanie Alano regularly enjoys the idyllic beaches and pricey cabanas that dot her tourism-driven city. But she always struggled to feel like she’s on vacation in Hawaii because her job tethers her to the real world, while travelers get to fully unplug…
— The Washington Post
Other and Odd
Nordhavn: The Danish ‘City’ That’s Been Designed for an Easy Life
Copenhagen's once-industrial port has been planned to make everything – from schools and play areas to businesses and recreational spaces – accessible within five minutes. While cruising the canals of Copenhagen in the summer of 2023, my guide pointed out Nordhavn, the city's…
— BBC Travel
Ready for a Post-election Vacation? Check out These Travel Deals.
One thing we can all agree on is how stressed we all are with this presidential election. No matter how you're voting on Tuesday, this election cycle has inarguably been exhausting, and some share of the country will be ready to escape by the end of the week. If you're not thrilled…
— USA Today
Today in History
The Gunpowder Conspiracy
The tug-of-war for the English throne between Catholics and Protestants was growing increasingly tense. A small group of English Catholics devised a plot against King James I of England and the English Parliament…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
10 New U.S. Ships in 3 Years: American Announces More Newbuilds and American Legend Sea Trials
Guilford, CT—November 1, 2024—American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that it has signed contracts with Chesapeake Shipbuilding for 4 more new ships, bringing the Line’s total orderbook with Chesapeake to 10 ships…
— Travel Research Online
TRO SMITH
KHM Travel Group Enhances Marketing for Travel Agents
by Joey DeLoach
Tuesday November 05, 2024
KHM Travel Grou p began their journey as a host agency in the travel industry with a small, family-owned business. Now, they have a team of over 70 in a multi-office complex. These days they work to support over 5,000 independent home-based travel agents with unlimited support, one-on-one coaching, educational events, group travel support, and the in-house client management system called myTravelCRM. They have also offered marketing advice to Advisors mostly including boot camps and group camp events, basic marketing essentials, and regular updates via newsletters and blogs. Now, in a recent press release, they have announced an increase in what they offer in regards to marketing a travel agency.
— Travel Research Online
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