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TRO TravelGram: Feb 2

02-02-2012

 

Thursday, February 2
Destinations
Destination: Mumbai, India
Mumbai's ornate temples, bustling bazaars and Victorian landmarks will intoxicate the senses... IndependentTraveler.com

Peace of the Apple
Home to more than 8 million, New York may be the city that never sleeps - but it does have a quiet side... Sydney Morning Herald 

Atlantic City: a girl's guide to the best shops, hotels and restaurants
With its bright lights and casinos Atlantic City is often described as 'the Las Vegas of the East Coast'... Telegraph (London)

Tahiti and French Polynesia on a budget
Despite a reputation for opulence and exclusivity, it's perfectly possible to visit these dreamy islands without taking out a second mortgage... CNN

Tours and Activities
The Insider's Guide to Belgian Chocolate
With dozens of shops, workshops, tastings and an even an entire museum devoted to chocolate, Brussels can be a bit overwhelming - even for serious chocoholics... Travelhoppers

Admire the view from Hong Kong's new hot spots 
No matter how long you spend in Hong Kong, you'll always find something new... Globe and Mail

Ape and elephant art goes on show in London
A new exhibition at the Grant Museum of Zoology displays artworks by animals... Telegraph (London)


Cruise
Muster Crackdown: Cruise Line Boots Passengers for Skipping Lifeboat Drill
A passenger on Holland America's Westerdam was made to debark Sunday in Port Everglades for "non-compliance" during the mandatory drill... CruiseCritic.com

Cruise contracts leave passengers with few rights
The Costa Concordia disaster highlights questions about safety aboard cruise ships and what ticket contracts do and don't cover...Seattle Times

Adriatic cruise with je ne sais quoi
Gabriella Le Breton is charmed by a small-ship cruise a la Francaise, on a week-long tour of the Adriatic... Telegraph (London)

Cruise lines begin touting sales
With bookings down, cruise lines begin touting sales... USA Today

Transportation
How does an airport prepare for a Super Bowl?
With Super Bowl XLVI just a few days away, it's already 'game on' at the Indianapolis International Airport... USA Today

Airlines: Passenger demand grew 6 percent in 2011
The International Air Transport Association says passenger demand grew 5.9 percent last year but lagged behind capacity increases... MSN.com

Spirit Airlines adding 'unintended consequences fee'
Spirit Airlines says a new federal regulation aimed at protecting consumers is forcing it to charge passengers an additional $2 for a ticket... CNN


Lodging
Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World
This year's Top 100 travel experiences touch six continents and islands from Capri to Bali... Conde Nast Traveler

Quebec's Most Canine-Friendly Accommodations
Here are some spots where pets are as welcome as human guests... Travelhoppers

Glitz and glamour at Miami's new St. Regis Bal Harbour 
There is nothing minimalist about the place... Globe and Mail

Where luxury meets apres-ski in St Anton
A new boutique hotel stands alongside the infamous Mooserwirt apres-ski bar... Telegraph (London)

Other and Odd
Vegan, gluten-free? Tips for safe and tasty trips
Traveling with dietary restrictions, whether medical necessity or by choice, is getting easier... CNN

Alaskan volcano could erupt, disrupt air travel 
Officials are monitoring a remote Alaska volcano that could launch an ash cloud, potentially threatening intercontinental flights... CNN


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