TRO Travelgram - Monday, August 10

Destinations
Sunken City, Ucagiz, Turkey: Swallowed by the sea
Alexandra Ferguson paddles her way to a sunken city for a different view of ancient history... Sydney Morning Herald

Hanging around an enchanting city
Dennis Bock discovers Cuenca's surreal architecture, abstract art, curious cuisine and fantastical rock formations make it an ideal novelist's hideaway... Globe and Mail

The Two Faces of Ghana
Ghana, once the last stop for countless slaves headed across the sea, is now a welcoming tourist destination with abundant natural gifts and a vibrant culture... New York Times

Tours and Activities
Tracks of time: The epic Canadian train journey
Passengers slice through prairies, forests and mountains, making the great journey from east to west... The Independent

Va Va Voom! Paris' Car Sharing Scheme
Green scheme may see thousands of electric cars made available to rent in Paris... ABC News

Walking Tours and Trips
Get in touch with nature -- and in shape -- on a walking tour! Walking is one of the purest pleasures of traveling, offering exercise, fresh air and a fresh perspective... IndependentTraveler.com

Outdoor adventures in and near Philadelphia
Visitors to Philadelphia need not limit their interests to Ben Franklin and the Liberty Bell. There are a host of outdoor adventures as well... USA Today

Cruise
Alaska Cruises: Will the Head Tax Get the Axe?
As the Alaska cruise season starts to wind down, talk of the region's troubles is just ramping up... CruiseCritic.com

Alaskan port to tour vendors: Stop hassling cruise ship visitors
Tired of overly aggressive tour vendors? So is the town of Sitka, Alaska... USA Today

Transportation
Top 10 airlines to fly in style (for less)
Find your own pie in the sky on these chic, budget-conscious carriers... MSN.com[Back to Press Releases Main]