TRO TravelGram - Dec 15

Destinations
Clear water, big fish
An unspoiled stretch of Patagonia is an eco-tourist's dream, and the trout are hungry... Globe and Mail

Jamaica: Insiders' guide to an island food paradise
Walter Staib, culinary ambassador to Sandals Resorts International, is an expert in Jamaican cuisine. We visit some of his favourite haunts and discover the diversity in Jamaican cuisine, from roadside staples to fine dining... National Post

Belgium: Small yet perfectly fermented
Beer and chocolate are only the beginning of what this unsung country has to offer... Sydney Morning Herald

Tours and Activities
Florida beaches: See the sea and more
Winter getaway guide to Florida beaches... Seattle Times

Where to Drink Hot Chocolate in NYC
8 cafes for savoring the sweetest part of winter: mugs of rich melted chocolate infused with vanilla, cinnamon, even chipotle... Budget Travel Online

What's New, on and Off the Slopes
From Gore Mountain in New York to Mammoth Mountain in California, a roundup of what's new at North American ski resorts... New York Times

German Christmas markets mix history, charm
The run-up to Dec. 25 in Germany is marked not just by a rush of shopping, but also by the nation's many convivial Christmas markets... Yahoo Travel News

Cruise
Will British Airways 12-Day Strike Impact Your Holiday Cruise Plans?
British Airways cabin crew have voted nine to one in favour of a strike that will disrupt the travel plans of an estimated one million passengers over the Christmas period... CruiseCritic.com

In a Fog: Gulf Coast Cruise Ships Delayed, Ports Canceled
Dense fog along the Gulf Coast is causing trouble for two cruise lines and three homeports this week, as ships from both Carnival Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean face unusual delays due to poor visibility... CruiseCritic.com

Transportation
You can help airlines prevent mishandled bags
These tips, provided by airport-technology expert Lukas Loeffler, may help fliers avoid the hassle of a delayed or lost bag... USA Today

Get the Best Airplane Seat
Do you dread flying? Check out our tips for getting the best seat on the plane... IndependentTraveler.com

Airport Check-in: Fliers may get help; Atlanta lets the dogs out
Recognizing travelers' escalating ire with domestic flying, several airports are beefing up training for employees who interact with customers. Among them: New York JFK, Los Angeles, Miami and Phoenix... [Back to Press Releases Main]