|
Editor’s Note — TRO wants to remind its Travelgram readers the articles presented here are meant to assist you in remaining informed and prepared to discuss travel news of the day with clients.
Destinations
This Country Was Just Named No. 1 for Island Hopping for Its Affordable Travel, 6,000 Islands, and Pristine Waters
If staying put just isn’t your travel style, then island hopping is for you. And one country came out on top as the best spot in the world for bouncing from beach to beach. With more than 6,000 different inhabited islands to explore, Indonesia was ranked the world's best…
— Travel+Leisure
What to Do in Gouda—And Where to Eat the Best Cheese
A medieval battle in Holland forever changed the cheese world as know it: Which city would be named the trading center for Stolse, what we know now as Gouda. Gouda is and was made at dairy farms all throughout South Holland, so any city in the area could have been its trading…
— National Geographic
Tradition, Sustainability and ‘Pomalo’: How Croatia Is Redefining What It Means to Travel Slow
From its medieval cities to its more than 1,200 sun-drenched islands, Croatia has long been known as one of Europe’s most photogenic destinations. But beneath the postcard scenery lies something deeper - a way of life defined by warmth, authenticity and a quiet confidence…
— euronews
Tours and Activities
Everything You Need to Know About New York City's Broadway
here are a million and one activities vying for your attention in New York City, but there’s nothing quite like a night on Broadway. From long-running hits like The Lion King and The Book of Mormon to buzzy new productions with big-name actors, this glittering stretch of Manhattan…
— Fodor's Travel
All You Need to Know About Colorado’s 5 Best Ski Resorts
The combination of champagne powder, endless blue skies, mammoth mountains and a live-to-ski ethos makes skiing in Colorado the stuff of legend. From cruisers and tree runs to back bowls and terrain parks, Colorado is one of the USA's best and most varied places to ski. With more…
— Lonely Planet
Cruise
Princess Cruises Christens Star Princess in Star-Studded Ceremony
On the eve of its maiden voyage to the Caribbean, Princess Cruises officially named its newest ship, Star Princess, with a star-studded show. “Star Princess is a testament to passion, craftsmanship, and teamwork. Together, they’ve created something extraordinary,” said Gus Antorcha…
— CruiseCritic.com
Crystal Symphony Enters Drydock for Big Refit
The Crystal Symphony is currently at a shipyard in Italy for a major refurbishment. The 1996-built vessel kicked off its three-week drydock in early November following a summer season of sailing in the Mediterranean. According to Crystal, the Symphony is now scheduled to undergo…
— Cruise Industry News
Transportation
FAA Flight Cuts Begin at 40 Airports. Live Updates on Cancellations, Delays.
Travelers around the country are bracing for the impacts of flight cancellations and reductions beginning Friday amid the ongoing record-breaking government shutdown. Flight operations are ordered to be reduced by 4% at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday, and will gradually…
— USA Today
TSA Updates in 2025: 8 Rule Changes That Passengers Need to Know
It’s been a wild year for airport updates—and things are only getting hairier as the government shutdown continues to leave TSA and ATC workers without pay. That being said, many updates to air travel in 2025 have been positive. A handful of changes have been aimed at…
— Travel Awaits
Lodging
Disney Confirms Major Refurbishments to Iconic Hotel After 37 Years of Operation
As most longtime fans of the company are sure to know, Disney has always prided itself on keeping one foot in the past even as it looks ahead towards the exciting possibilities of the future. As proof of that fact, the company has regularly updated some of its most beloved restaurants…
— Parade Magazine
The Most Luxurious Cabins on Airbnb for the Full Glamping Experience
Picture this: A wood-burning stove, a claw-foot tub, no cell service, and no news. Are you in heaven? Or are you in one of the best Airbnb cabins we’ve rounded up across the US? From an organic design marvel in Washington that would make Frank Lloyd Wright weep to a…
— Architectural Digest
The Last von Trapp Child Is 86 - And Is Still Running Their US Lodge
The last living von Trapp child still helps run the family resort in the mountains of New England – a little piece of Austria inspired by The Sound of Music. In the rolling meadows and snow-dusted peaks of Stowe, Vermont, 86-year-old Johannes von Trapp child still helps run the lodge his…
— BBC
Other and Odd
The Travel Industry Has Already Lost $4 Billion From the Government Shutdown. The Faa’s Flight Cuts Starting Friday Are a New Threat
The air travel nightmare is only getting worse. The Federal Aviation Administration announced it will start cutting the number of flights in “high traffic” parts of the U.S. as the government shutdown continues and airports suffer from extreme staffing shortages. There will be a 10%…
— Fortune
The Canada Border Services Agency Responds To America's Biometric Airport Rule With Changes Of Its Own
Travel to the United States continues to evolve in 2025, especially from a security standpoint. Canadian snowbirds have experienced some of the changes initiated by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The CBP cited "standard procedures" over the recent photographs and…
— The Travel
Today in History
The US Capitol Bombing
The Senate had planned to work late into the evening of Monday, November 7, 1983, but unexpectedly adjourned early. Consequently, at 10:58 p.m., when a thunderous explosion tore through the second floor of the…
— Travel Research Online
The Rosen Report
Cruising through Hurricane Season: Our Week On Celebrity Silhouette
by Cheryl Rosen
Friday November 07, 2025
 “Don't you ever get tired of cruising?” my friends ask me. Well, no, actually, I don’t. So when Celebrity Cruises invited me to sail Silhouette smack in the depths of Hurricane Season in the Caribbean, I didn’t even hesitate.
As Hurricane Melissa roiled the waters off Haiti and wreaked havoc on Jamaica, we made our way to the peaceful turf along the western Caribbean shores, on that familiar route from Bimini to Cozumel to Grand Cayman…
— Travel Research Online
Read the rest of this article »
|
Top Headlines
40 Airports to See 10% Reduction in Flights Effective Tomorrow
by Cheryl Rosen
Thursday November 06, 2025
 Pack your patience if you’re heading to the Signature Travel Network or Dream Vacations annual conferences this week. Air traffic controllers are stressed as they miss their second paycheck due to the government shutdown—and the FAA, concerned about staffing, has called for a 10% reduction in flights from 40 major airports beginning on Friday, Nov.…
— Travel Research Online
Read the rest of this article »
|
Upcoming Training Opportunities
South Africa & Beyond: Explore Africa's Wonders from Cape Town to Kilimanjaro & Unlock the Exclusive Offer
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST
Take a deep dive into South Africa and its neighboring gems — Tanzania, Kenya, and Zimbabwe — in this captivating session designed to spark new ideas and boost your Africa sales.
Register Now →
|
|
|
Use TRO every day to find travel guides, e-postcards, and other resources you can personalize and send to your clients.
|
TRO Travel Specials
Learn How to Sell Small & Affinity Groups to New Zealand and Earn $1,000
Create, Curate, and Control with InstaQuote
Custom Costa Rica Vacation 2026- Earn Commission
2026 Europe Tour Specials - Save $500 Per Couple
It's Here: Black Friday Starts NOW
FAM ALERTS: The world's best delivered right to your inbox.
Introducing Compass Collections
Customize Your PDFs and Website Arrival Guides
Greek Islands: Cruise to Monumental History and Scenic Nature
Travel Advisors: Your Chance to Experience Croatia on Us
Videos for the Fall and KLM Marathon Nov 29-30
Stop Guessing. Start Protecting Your Business.
Martinique Hotels and Villas - Intimate, Affordable and Welcoming!
Your One-Stop Partner for Faith-Based Tours Across 10+ Destinations
Discover Small & Affinity Group Travel to New Zealand and Earn $1,000
Agape Rose Special Once In A Lifetime Deal
FAM Trip to Mongolia 2026, $1399 All inclusive.
See More, Experience More – Multi-Destination Adventures Await!
More savings. More flexibility. More choices.
Increase Your Guided Europe Tour Bookings
FAM info + dreamy honeymoon ideas inside...
Nonstop flights from New York to Split – Croatia is closer than ever
The Missing Clause That Could Save Your Business
Tired of Struggling with Social Media? We're Here to Help!
AI for Travel Professionals: The future is now
2026 Italy Escorted Tours NEW Brochure with a Special Offer!
40% of Chargebacks Come from One Simple Mistake
Videos for the Fall and KLM Marathon Nov 29-30
Travel Advisors: Your Chance to Experience Croatia on Us
630+ Branded Destination Guides for your Clients
Make Group Bookings Simple and Rewarding with AmaWaterways
Hidden Gems of the Balkans
2026 Equator Odyssey: Opatija Roundtrip + Venice, Zagreb & Istria Add-Ons
Turn Every Booking into a Bonus: Earn with Applause Event Tickets
Unforgettable Stays: Webinar on Elegant Hotel Collection & Galgorm Resort
Marrakech, Sahara & More – Join Our Morocco FAM Trip!
Earn Commission on 2026 Costa Rica Packages!
Discover the Great Lakes with American Cruise Lines
Smart Advisors Don't Rely on Luck - They Rely on TIS!
Luxury FAM Trip to Mongolia with EAGLE HUNTING & NAADAM FESTIVAL 2026
2026 Europe Tour Specials - Save $500 Per Couple
FAMS + FARES TO VANUATU! Agent specials inside…
Turn Ticket Sales into Extra Cash — It's Simple with Applause!
The One Clause That Could Save Your Business!
Voyager Social Now Includes VSLink!
Videos for the Fall - New Art Hotel Curacao
Turn Your Bookings into River Cruises and Guided Tours
Fraud-Ready Payment Terms: The Protection Every Advisor Needs!
The most luxury yacht to charter for a group
Get Paid to Enhance Your Clients' Trips - Sell Tickets with Applause!
Help clients travel better with these built-in extras!
Costa Rica Holiday Escapes - Sell More, Earn More!
Martinique villas offer authentic cultural immersion
InstaQuote Is Live: Smarter, Faster, Simpler Travel Planning
See the UAE Like Never Before – Dubai & Abu Dhabi FAM Tour
Sail to Success TASK Live 2026 - Last Call! Deadline Extended to October 15
Book a group to Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro & beyond with Via Croatia.
Travel Agents-Open An Account With Applause and win an Amazon gift card
New! Timeless Dalmatia 2026
The Key to Winning Luxury Travel Clients
Curacao Videos for Fall - New Art Hotel
Think Fraud Can’t Happen to You? Think Again
Luxury FAM Trip to Mongolia with EAGLE HUNTING & NAADAM FESTIVAL 2026
Travel Advisors earn commissions on all ticket sales!
Via Croatia top choices for your group culinary experiences in Croatia & beyond
Real reviews, real reasons: Why clients choose Trawick
Special Offer: Costa Rica Holiday Vacation Package – Limited Time Only!
Fam & agent fare opportunities to visit VANUATU
American Cruise Lines: Limited Time Offer on 2026 Cruises
Top Destinations
Step Into Egypt's Wonders and Save with our Special Offer
New Yacht In Our Fleet - Booking Now 2025 & Beyond
Fall in Love with London in Winter – Then Discover More with Go365
Benefits of Mongolian FAM Tour 8 days 2026/27, $1399 all inclusive
Let's Explore Multiple Destinations
Find the Perfect FAM to Plan Your Clients' Next Escape!
Secure NYC Holiday Magic - Before It's Gone
Martinique secrets yet to be revealed! New lodgings
|
|
urope’s largest river cruise operator, has announced its first-ever paddlewheel cruises on the Seine River, debuting in 2026 aboard the MS R.E. Waydelich L.J.. The new itineraries will make CroisiEurope the only river line offering paddlewheel sailings in northern France, combining small-ship comfort with access to the Seine’s most historic towns and landscapes…
The Travel Institute is celebrating a new milestone this November with the launch of its first-ever Alumni Celebration Week, taking place November 10–14, 2025. The event marks a major step in the organization’s continued mission to elevate the travel profession through education, while introducing a dedicated alumni initiative designed to connect and empower its more than 31,000 certified graduates…