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TRO Travelgram: June 13
06-13-2012
Destinations
Wednesday, June 13
Philadelphia vs. Detroit: Philly, a fine place for 'cast-offs, misfits'
Part of a series of "city smackdowns" pitting rival cities against each other and letting you decide which one's best, today we check out Philadelphia and what makes it great... CNN
Finding inspiration in a Renaissance painter's Italian hometown
Sansepolcro is popular for its crossbow and flag-waving festivals. But viewing Piero's paintings 'Resurrection' and 'Legend of the True Cross' is sublime... LA Times
National Parks Guide: Arizona's Grand Canyon
As visitors first approach the edge of the Grand Canyon, the wow factor inspired by its grandeur is often accompanied by an instinctive sense that the great void is pulling them into its labyrinthine depths... USA Today
Tours and Activities
Eating Frugally in Copenhagen
In a city that's home to the world's top-ranked restaurant, what can the Frugal Traveler find to eat?... New York Times
13 spas with breathtaking views
Usually relaxing involves sitting back with your eyes closed. But you might not want to even blink in these spas, where the view out the window (or from the hot tub, or even your private bungalow) will get your heart racing... MSN.com
Tall ships, star-spangled celebrations mark the War of 1812
If your knowledge of the War of 1812 is sketchy at best - it's not called "the Rodney Dangerfield of American wars" for nothing, after all - here's a chance to bone up on the conflict while catching a few breezes (and cracking a few crabs)... USA Today
Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line's New Past-Passenger Program -- Worthy of Loyalty?
Cruise Critic readers who had been worried about losing their prized perks and loyalty status are looking to Carnival Cruise line for some 'splaining... CruiseCritic.com
A TV 'Top Chef' to headline Holland America cruise
A recent star of Bravo's Top Chef will demonstrate his skills this summer on a Holland America cruise... USA Today
Transportation
Report: US Airways hopes antitrust filing will advance AA merger
US Airways plans to file antitrust paperwork on a proposed merger with American Airlines parent AMR as soon as July, Reuters reported Tuesday evening... USA Today
Fliers' satisfaction with airlines drops, survey finds
Passenger satisfaction with North America's airlines has declined slightly from a year ago, a new J.D. Power and Associates survey released today indicates... USA Today
Lodging
Washington DC's Madison hotel gets stylish, new look
Just in time for its 50th birthday and the upcoming Presidential Inauguration, the Madison hotel is sporting an entirely new look that mixes modern style with Washington's history... USA Today
Hotel industry unites on carbon footprint measure
As more companies pay attention to the carbon footprint their employees' travel leaves behind, a diverse group of hotel operators has announced a timely collaboration... USA Today
Nobu Hotel in Vegas to take reservations on Oct. 1
When high-end sushi restaurant chain Nobu opens its first hotel later this year in Las Vegas, expect an understated, Japanese-inspired oasis inside the flashy Caesars Palace complex... USA Today
Other and Odd
Odor forces Southwest flight back to Oakland
Officials say a Southwest Airlines Co. plane returned to Oakland International Airport just after takeoff after a smell was reported in the cabin and a flight attendant felt sick... MSN.com
Rome's famous Trevi fountain is crumbling
Visitors tossing a coin into Rome's Trevi fountain usually make a wish. A traditional wish is to return to Rome; now, the hope might be that the historic landmark be returned to its former glory... USA Today
365 Guide Tip for the Day
Five Important Psychological Shifts: Value
Your clients are afraid of paying too much for their vacation. As a travel counselor, it is important for you to shift your clients to a focus on value rather than an obsession with price... Travel Research Online
Today in History
Vancouver burns to the ground
On June 13, 1886, the newly incorporated city of Vancouver, British Columbia was clearing brush out of the areas between Main and Cambie streets... [Back to Press Releases Main]