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TRO Travelgram: June 28

06-28-2012

 

Thursday, June 28
Destinations
Montana: The spirit of the West is sparkling once again
Montana is conjuring up a new spirit of the West for today's tourists... The Independent

Greece: A summer of discontent? 
Don't believe everything you read about Greece: the country is as open to visitors as it has ever been... The Independent

What should I see in northern Wales?
While mobs of sheep may not compete with the pomp and international flair of the Games, a side trip to this rising destination would prove memorable... Globe and Mail

Tours and Activities
On the art trail in Oslo? It's a scream! 
As the work of Munch is celebrated in a new exhibition, Mark Rowe tours the artist's town... The Independent

Finding the best croissant in Paris
If you're craving a croissant, you have to go to a bakery well before noon to taste the city's iconic breakfast staple at its most exquisite... CNN

10 excellent outdoor adventures for families
Give the kids their first taste of America's epic outdoor adventures. These 10 getaways are pint-sized versions of legendary experiences you'll talk about for years to come. Best of all, they're trips a family on a budget can actually afford... USA Today

Cruise
Cruise industry beefs up security after Concordia disaster
The flurry of new safety policies that began in the weeks following January's Costa Concordia accident continues with the adoption of two more safety-related rules, both effective immediately...MSN.com

Reader poll: Should cruise lines allow smoking in cabins?
Should cruise lines allow smoking in cabins? This week's news that luxury line Silversea plans to stamp out cabin smoking has revied the long-simmering issue, and we want to hear your thoughts...USA Today

Norwegian cruise ship rescues six from disabled yacht
The Norwegian Star rescued six passengers on a disabled yacht in the Atlantic Ocean yesterday, while en route from New York City to Bermuda... USA Today

Transportation
JetBlue, Emirates forge frequent-flier alliance
JetBlue and Emirates will announce today a reciprocal frequent-flier pact in which customers can earn credits in either of the carrier's loyalty programs... USA Today

Union talks get kick-start as American deadline looms
Flight attendants and mechanics at American Airlines said on Tuesday that they're ready to restart contract talks with the carrier, which is restructuring in Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection... USA Today

Will the easyJet model work in Africa?
Would the easyJet low-cost model work in Africa? We may be about to find out... USA Today

Lodging
Feds sue Wyndham Hotels over repeated computer hacks
The federal government filed suit Tuesday against Wyndham Hotels after sensitive customer data, including credit card numbers and personal information, allegedly were stolen three times in less than two years... CNN

11 spectacular new hotel pools
Have you ever booked a hotel that advertises a "pool," only to find out that it's no more than an over-chlorinated square in the basement? Consider these 11 water-inspired masterpieces the cure for the common pool... MSN.com

Other and Odd
The 10 Best beach towels
From big and brash to dandelions and Ed Ruscha... The Independent

5 ways to protect your computer while traveling
Vacation should be all about sun, sand and drinks with umbrellas. But recently, cybercriminals are making it about something else...MSN.com


365 Guide Tip for the Day
Search Engine Optimization for Travel Agents – Website Design
Once you have chosen a set of appropriate keywords for use in your site, it is time to consider the next two steps: creating a search engine friendly web design and integrating appropriate content with your keywords into your site... Travel Research Online

Today in History
Treaty of Versailles
On this day in 1919, the governments of Belgium, Britain, France, Italy, the United States and allies on the
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