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TRO TravelGram- Feb 10

02-10-2011

 

Thursday, February 10
Destinations
Mad about Madagascar
Madagascar wears an unexpected coat: like its many chameleons it constantly changes its appearance from African to Asian... The Independent

Paradise lost? Bali becoming a victim of its own success 
With the Indonesian island's rising appeal have come concerns its image as a tropical oasis is being tarnished by rampant development, overcrowding and gridlock... Brisbane Times

Colonial legacy in technicolor
Crystal clear waters are just one of the secret charms of Curacao... Brisbane Times

Silence is golden, someone tell Laos 
The Golden Triangle is not what it used to be, for better and worse... Brisbane Times

Top 10 Stunning Spring Destinations 
Many destinations are at their best during the spring...IndependentTraveler.com

Tours and Activities
Want romance? Embrace the tango in Buenos Aires 
It is known as the three-minute love affair. You dance it with your heart pressed to your partner's... Globe and Mail

See the Grand Canyon's south rim in the snow 
The Grand Canyon's South Rim draws crowds during the summer holidays, but this time of year is a different story... Globe and Mail

Ice fishing goes upscale
Family rooms on Mille Lacs Lake, Minn., are like any other across America with one distinct difference: Here, you can haul a trophy walleye straight through the floor... MSN.com

Hike the Hollywood Hills, see the stars in sweats
You can see the stars all dressed up on the red carpet at the Oscars. But if you want to see them in their sweats, head to the Hollywood Hills... Yahoo Travel News

Cruise
Mexico Cruising: A Traveler's Story
The author reveals tested secrets for planning the perfect Mexico cruise... IndependentTraveler.com

Season over for cruise ship that hit rock in Antarctica
Polar Star Expeditions is canceling the next three voyages of the Polar Star, the expedition cruise ship damaged last week in a collision with a rock in Antarctica... USA Today

Best Cruise Options for a Solo Traveler
Here are some options for single travelers who want to avoid paying for a double cabin, or who don't want to room with a stranger... New York Times

Transportation
US Airways charging $90 extra for overweight bag
US Airways is raising the fee to check heavy luggage on its domestic flights to an extra $90 each... Seattle Times

Airline Consolidators 
In the eternal quest to get a better airfare, many travelers overlook an important source of cheap flights: airfare consolidators... IndependentTraveler.com

American Airlines to recall 368 flight attendants 
American Airlines says it will recall 368 flight attendants to deal with an expected increase in traffic during the summer... MSN.com

Continental to ax 500 Houston jobs as merger proceeds
Continental will lay off about 500 workers based in downtown Houston as it consolidates with Chicago-based United... USA Today

Lodging
Choose the right resort
All inclusive vacations are gaining popularity with families because they offer convenience and remove the stress out of the holiday experience - especially for adults ... National Post

Hotel-room heating: Too hot and dry, or just right?
Since it's icy cold in so many U.S. cities, it may be a good time to raise the topic of hotel-room heating... USA Today

Omaha company wants to revolutionize your hotel TV
A small Omaha company called Tivus is one of many companies hoping to spark the coming revolution in hotel-room-TV entertainment.... USA Today

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