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TRO Travelgram: Nov 28

11-28-2012

 

Wednesday, November 28
Destinations
Get to the heart of Seoul 
South Korea is booming, and there's no better way to see its progress than on a night out in the capital... The Independent

Mount Pinatubo, 20 Years After the Blast
When Mount Pinatubo blew in 1991 in the Philippines, it was the second largest eruption of the 20th century. But today, more than 3,000 tourists a month climb the volcano... New York Times

Tours and Activities
'Tis the season: Christmas activities 
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with festive activities taking place up and down the UK... The Independent

Food Network Kitchen eatery opens at Fla. airport
The Food Network is getting into the restaurant business in a location not always associated with good food: An airport...NBCNews.com

A Window Into a Harsh Chapter in Sydney's Past
A tour of the former North Head Quarantine Station reveals the suffering endured by many who passed through... New York Times

Cruise
Carnival reverses ban on drag costumes
Carnival now says it will allow guests on the Dec. 2 Carnival Glory cruise to dress in drag. The line says it will also provide full refunds to anyone who wants to cancel their cruise... USA Today

Antarctica cruise adds camping option
Expedition cruise operator Hurtigruten has added a shore excursion that involves pitching tents and camping overnight in the frozen landscape of Antarctica... USA Today

Transportation
Tag, you're it: Airlines expand self-tagged baggage programs
If you're like most people, your pre-travel to-do list includes booking your own flights, checking yourself in and printing or downloading your own boarding pass. These days, you can add baggage handling to your to-do list... NBCNews.com

Airfares for Christmas travel up from last year
Christmas fares are up about 5% year over year, but travelers can save by flying on the holiday or the day before... USA Today

US Airways: Superstorm Sandy cost $35 million in profits
US Airways said its profits will take a $35 million hit because of the fallout from "Superstorm Sandy." ... USA Today

Lodging
'Hideaway Report' readers pick the world's best luxury hotels
This photo gallery takes you on a tour of the winning hotels and resorts selected by the readers of the subscription-based luxury trav
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