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Destinations
This City Was Just Named the Most Accessible in the U.S.
Everyone deserves to explore the world. But that's an ideal that's simply harder for some, especially when they're trying to navigate cities without wide sidewalks and ramps in a wheelchair, too many stairs without a handrail, or getting from point A to B without the aid of public…
— Travel+Leisure
Tokyo on a Budget
No one in search of a budget city vacation is going to put Tokyo at the top of their list – this incredible city unfortunately comes with some pretty incredible prices. But there are ways to make your yen go further without compromising on quality, and we've got all the best insider tips…
— Lonely Planet
Ischia: The Italian Isle Where Locals Cook in Volcanic Sand
Ischia is famous for its healing thermal waters, but the powers of its geothermal energy are less known – and they're hiding an ancient culinary tradition beneath the surface. I'm wandering through the village of Sant'Angelo on the Italian island of Ischia, searching for the footpath that…
— BBC
Tours and Activities
Stargazing, Planetariums, Dark Sky Cities: The Best Places for Astronomy Lovers Along Route 66
There’s no American road more famous than Route 66. Stretching from Chicago to Santa Monica, this legendary highway—celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026—was once the main artery carrying folks across the country. Although officially decommissioned in 1985, the route remains…
— Afar
Ready to Relax in Paradise? Do it at the Best Spas in Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs is undoubtedly one of California’s most stylish oases. That’s thanks to the city’s effortlessly chic and timeless mid-century modern architecture. From its residential homes to its hotels to its Airbnbs, it’s a feast for the eyes. But those who visit this desert spot year after year…
— Travel Awaits
Ledges State Park in Iowa Is a Crown Jewel of the Midwest
I thought Iowa was all cornfields and flatlands, but tucked away in the center of the state lies a geological wonder that'll make you question what you thought you knew about the Hawkeye State. Ledges State Park in Madrid, Iowa, boasts towering sandstone cliffs, carved canyons…
— 10Best
Cruise
Carnival Is Building a Water Park Unlike Anything You’ve Seen at Sea
You haven’t seen a water park like this, at least not at sea. Carnival is building what it’s calling "the most family-friendly water park at sea – and biggest in Carnival history" aboard its new Festivale ship, debuting in 2027. The cruise line previously said the ship would feature six water…
— USA Today
New Zealand Cruise Association’s Chair Warns Future Is ‘Stark’
Delivering the chair’s report to the New Zealand Cruise Association’s 2025 annual general meeting in Napier this week,Tansy Tompkins said the forecast for the 2025-26 season is stark. Tompkins said projected cruise ship visits are more than 40% down on the record-breaking 2023-24…
— Seatrade Cruise News
Transportation
Spirit Airlines Warning: It Could Shut Down Very Soon
Just months after restructuring its debt in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Spirit Airlines has warned investors that its continued existence in the next 12 months is threatened. In the company’s 10-Q quarterly filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the airline cited reduced…
— Fodor's Travel
BermudAir to Launch Service From LaGuardia and Newark Airports
Two of the New York City region's largest airports are getting new nonstop flights to Bermuda. Leisure airline BermudAir will land at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in October, shifting to the city's main airports from the northern suburbs. The…
— The Points Guy
Summer Travel Isn’t as Easy as It Used to Be for Airlines
Making money in the summer is not as easy as it used to be for airlines. Airlines have drawn down their schedules in August for a variety of reasons. Some travelers are opting to fly earlier, in June or even May, as schools let out sooner than they used to. Demand for flights to Europe…
— CNBC
Lodging
This Swish NYC Hotel Was Named One of the Best New Stays of the Year
Not since the days of Gossip Girl, the deliciously wicked mid-2000s teen television drama, has New York City's Upper East Side been a spot for the cool kids. With the arrival of the sparkling new Surrey hotel, the neighborhood is suddenly—and rightfully—back in the spotlight. Built in…
— Travel+Leisure
Narai Hotel to Join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in Thailand
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into management agreements with Narai Hotel Company Limited for Narai Hotel. This hotel will join Hyatt's growing portfolio in Thailand of 15 properties across seven brands including Park Hyatt…
— Hospitality Net
Other and Odd
Las Vegas Sees Sharp Decline In Tipping As Tourists Revolt Against Poor Service And Sky-High Prices
The once-generous tipping culture of Las Vegas is experiencing a downturn as visitors push back against soaring prices and declining service quality across the Strip. According to the New York Post, servers report that tips have plummeted by as much as 50% compared to previous…
— Travel Noire
What the Air Canada Strike Means for US and Canadian Travelers
Air Canada is preparing to indefinitely suspend most of its flights over the next three days after hitting an impasse in contract negotiations with its flight attendants' union. The union issued a notice of intention to strike, and Air Canada said a "phased wind down of most of its operations"…
— USA Today
DWHSA Offers Destination Weddings Training Course for $10
Here's a deal for travel advisors looking to grow their business: an intensive online training course on how to plan a destination wedding, from top travel advisors in the field, for just $10. Coming in September from the Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialists Association, with…
— Travel Research Online
Today in History
The Cologne Cathedral
On August 15, 1248, the cornerstone of the Cologne Cathedral was laid. Construction was completed in 1880, a period of over 600 years. Originally, the Cathedral was conceived as a home for religious relics of the Three…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Introducing New Resort — Now Booking: The Garden Hotel & Resort to Debut This September in North Fort Lauderdale, Florida
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – August 13, 2025 – The Garden Hotel & Resort, a newly re-imagined boutique hotel in Fort Lauderdale, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning October 1, 2025. Formerly known as the…
— Travel Research Online
Deck Plans
Unique Journeys: Two Great River Cruises in Africa
For man y travelers, the words “river cruise” instantly conjure visions of Europe — sipping wine on the Rhine, gliding past castles on the Danube, or wandering through medieval towns along the Douro. But, as we reported recently, river cruising has gone global, and Africa is stepping into the spotlight in a big way.
— Travel Research Online
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The Rosen Report
Getting to $400K in Two Years: Sophomore-Year Success Stories from Travel Advisors
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday August 15, 2025
When Emily Role wicz celebrated her second anniversary as a travel advisor this July, it was a hugely different occasion than her second wedding anniversary, when she lost her young husband to cancer in 2020. In mourning, the then-28-year-old Rolewicz quit her job at a government contractor and set off to travel the world for a few months to get her head together. That turned into a two-year trek over 50 countries—until one day she saw a job posting from Travel Resources Group in Key Largo, and thought, “I should totally do this.” And so she did.
Of course, all that recent global travel—plus her personal experience planning her own wedding and honeymoon just a few years ago—was just the right background. Soon, Rolewicz was at travel…
— Travel Research Online
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