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TRO Travelgram: April 2
04-02-2012
Destinations
Monday, April 2
Remembering Napoleon on a lonely South Atlantic island
Visiting St. Helena, the remote and windswept island to which Napoleon was exiled in 1815 and where he died... Seattle Times
Where to vacation in the Middle East
Several countries have plunged into daily violence or carry precautionary warnings, while others in the region remain healthy tourist destinations... MSN.com
A Trip Across Water, and Time, From Seattle
Vashon Island, near Seattle, is a hilly, woodsy place combining Mayberry and Burning-Man... New York Times
Tours and Activities
Events mark 100th anniversary of Titanic's sinking
For Titanic buffs, life is about to get a whole lot better... MSN.com
Restaurant Review: Upstairs at the Ten Bells in London
In East London, a restaurant secreted away on the second floor is, for now, at least until the end of April, run by two talented young chefs who call themselves the Young Turks... New York Times
Cruise
Triumph sets sail after being 'arrested' at the port
U.S. marshals "arrested" the 2,758-passenger vessel Carnival Triumph on Saturday when it returned to the Port of Galveston from a trip to Mexico... Misc
A cruise for poker fans? One line bets on it
World Poker Tour fans to cruise on Royal Caribbean ship ... USA Today
Fire-stricken cruise ship docks in Malaysia
Smiling passengers voiced relief and gratitude after safely leaving a fire-damaged luxury cruise ship that was stranded at sea for 24 hours... USA Today
Rockers at Sea
Festivals on the waves give music fans a chance to lean on the rails with idols like Kid Rock and Weezer... New York Times
Transportation
Pinnacle Airlines files for bankruptcy protection
Pinnacle Airlines became the latest U.S. airline to file for bankruptcy protection late Sunday... USA Today
Which is more dangerous, takeoff or landing?
First let's look at a few statistics to determine if there is truly a danger... USA Today
Lodging
I'm heading to New York for the first time. Where should I stay?
Here are three hotels in distinct neighbourhoods that offer something for both first-timers and New York addicts... Globe and Mail
Hotels gear up for international expansion
Some popular hotel chains are gearing up for a major international expansion this year... USA Today
In New Orleans, Hotels Lure a Local Fan Base
In this city known for its ambitious culinary scene and cocktail culture, a trend is emerging: hotels that build a local fan base - and generating buzz - by re-imagining the hotel bar... New York Times
Other and Odd
NOLA smashes tourism record
Call it a comeback... CNN
Where HBO's hit 'Game of Thrones' was filmed
When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. When you watch the Game of Thrones on HBO, you just plain win... USA Today
365 Guide Tip for the Day
Giving Presentations - The Basics
If you are lucky, you will have the opportunity to give a presentation on your travel planning practice this year... Travel Research Online
Today in History
Coinage Act of 1792
An act establishing a mint, and regulating the Coins of the United States... Travel Research Online