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The Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort.Hotel News Outrigger would like to expand into Florida and CaliforniaThe Hawaii hotel company also is eyeing Australia and Mexico.

River Cruising American Queen's musical acts strike a nostalgic chordThe vessel's entertainment harkened back to the late-19th-century heyday of the showboats that once traveled through the South as flamboyant floating theaters.

STR projects that hotel demand is expected to start slowing by the second quarter.

Hotel News Hotels are going strong, but is there trouble up ahead?Hospitality leaders at this year's Americas Lodging Investment Summit said that macroeconomic pressures could weigh on demand in upcoming months.

Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway takes place in El Capitoon Theater.

Runaway Railway ride at Disneyland is pun for the whole familyWhile the cartoon-themed attraction is similar to the one in Orlando, the queue is completely different and fits perfectly in Mickey's Toontown.

Woolly lemurs are among the many creatures guests of the Masoala Forest Lodge can expect to encounter on a night walk in the rainforest.

Africa / Middle East Travel Madagascar's majesty is on full display on Masoala PeninsulaThe destination, with its intact rainforest and its fascinating mix of lemurs and other creatures, is home to ecotourism at its best.

The Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, Ireland. The Cliffs of Moher Experience nabbed the top spot this year as Ireland's Best Visitor Attraction in The Irish Independent's annual Reader Travel Awards.

Europe Travel Cliffs of Moher Experience is Ireland's best attractionThe natural attraction was named the destination's Best Visitor Attraction in The Irish Independent's 2023 Reader Travel Awards.

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Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland park is decked out in honor of the Disney100 celebration.

At Disney100, Disneyland invites travel advisors to join the partyDisney exec Javier Moreno thanked advisors for doing an "amazing, fantastic" job selling the parks and pointed out that the company has "significantly invested" in its agent tools.

Aviation

Italy's Ministry of Economy and Finance signed Lufthansa's letter of intent to buy an ITA Airways stake.

Lufthansa will enter negotiations to buy stake in ITA AirwaysObtaining the Italian flag carrier would give Lufthansa a new hub in Italy, which the company says is a critical market.

Mexico Travel Uber drivers and riders harassed in CancunThe U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory on Jan. 23 after medallion taxi drivers started harassing and attacking Uber drivers and their clients.

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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said, "The industry's capacity aspirations for 2023 and beyond are simply unachievable."

United Airlines CEO speaks out on capacity, but is it substance or spin?While analysts say that Scott Kirby's warning about the perils of overscheduling has merit, it also must be viewed with a degree of caution.

Tours

GeoCultura guests on a England tour can visit Cheddar Gorge in the Mendip Hills in Somerset.

New tour company explores the link between geology and cultureGeoCultura's focus is on how landscape formation has helped shape an area's history, culture and natural beauty.

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From the Window Seat Setting records for height, depth and revenueThe intersection of tourism and exploration is paying huge dividends. A $250,000 seat on a sub to the Titanic pays advisors $25,000, and a party for eight in space could net 10% of a million.

The unseemly side of ancillary feesFrontier's focus on ancillary fees has me wondering: At what cost?

Airline disability access rules and agenciesThe DOT apparently intended that the airline rules apply to travel agencies, but they do not in fact apply. Therefore, you are subject only to the ADA, with one small exception.

River cruise ships, lines and regions to watch in 2023Travelers will have more options to cruise the inland waterways of the U.S., while new river vessels will debut in Europe and Africa. Here's what to look for.

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The American Queen sailing in Memphis. Photo Credit: Courtesy of American Queen Voyages

American Queen's musical acts strike a nostalgic chordThe vessel's entertainment harkened back to the late-19th-century heyday of the showboats that once traveled through the South as flamboyant floating theaters.

The Laurent-Perrier Champagne Bar onboard Cunard's Queen Mary 2 features Champagne tasting flights. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Cunard

Aboard Queen Mary 2, getting a look at some updatesA few favorite spots and updated spaces on Cunard's venerable Queen Mary 2.

The Quill, a 2,000-foot-high dormant volcano, attracts hikers and birders. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Golden Rock Resort

St. Eustatius expands on its ecotourism offeringWhile Statia is not a big player in terms of tourism numbers, nor does it get much fanfare, what draws most visitors is its diving, hiking, history and outdoor adventure attractions.

Highlights

A rendering of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. Its transformation from the Mirage will take from 18 to 24 months to complete.

USA / Canada Hard Rock says Mirage, and its volcano, will live on into 2023The company says the resort will continue to operate as the Mirage with minimal changes until the renovation and rebranding of the property.

Domed daybeds on Deck 12 overlooking the pool deck.

Royal turns up the volume on its Freedom of the SeasThe amplification project injected new play places on the ship for kids and adults alike, with toys, food and places to unwind.

Edinburgh's Old Town has preserved much of its medieval street plan and many Reformation-era buildings.

Hip, artsy Edinburgh perfect for girls' getawayExploring the ancient city's winding cobblestone streets, calling on galleries, shops, distilleries and a handful of excellent new restaurants.

In many major airports, groundworkers are protected by living wage ordinances.

Airport groundworkers get a boost in fight for better payThey have gained a powerful commitment from Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer.

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In North America, a different breed of all-inclusiveThe U.S. and Canada are seeing steady growth in all-inclusive resorts. But their marketing approach differs from that of their sun-drenched counterparts in Mexico and the Caribbean.

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2022 Readers Choice Awards Winners: A night of celebrationThe 20th anniversary of the Readers Choice Awards is our biggest year yet to celebrate the best of the best in travel.

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How cruise lines are attracting first-time cruisersWith an aging customer base and room for growth in the vacation market, cruise lines woo the new-to-cruise segment with shorter sailings, technology and innovative amenities.

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Luxury roundtable: Trendspotting in high-end travelIndustry professionals gathered in Turks and Caicos to share insights on where luxury travel is now and where it is going.

A terrace at the Beach Enclave Grace Bay villa-resort. Beach Enclave Turks & Caicos says forward sales for 2023 are exceeding expectations.

Turks and Caicos still requires vaccinations. That hasn't changed its popularity.Holding to strict Covid-era protocols hasn't slowed the destination's tourism comeback one bit.

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Turks and Caicos still requires vaccinations. That hasn't changed its popularity.Holding to strict Covid-era protocols hasn't slowed the destination's tourism comeback one bit.

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6 Essential Questions for Travel SuppliersAon's six questions help travel advisors evaluate how their travel protection plan might need to evolve with today's travel...

Keeping Up With Coverage NeedsHave your client travel protection products changed with the times? Here’s how to reevaluate your offerings for today’s travel...

The Evolution of Travel InsuranceBeth Godlin, President of Aon’s Affinity Travel Practice, joins Northstar SVP of Marketing Mary Pat Sullivan to talk travel...

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