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TRO Travelgram: Aug 23
08-23-2012
Destinations
Thursday, August 23
12 most colorful towns in the world
From pastel towers on the Italian coast to a crayon-colored artist colony in Argentina, these 12 towns make color the primary focus...NBCNews.com
SoCal Close-Ups: San Diego's North County more than just a pretty face
Yes, the beaches are gorgeous, but head inland and you can go on safari, tour a plastic kingdom, eye topiary musicians or kick back at a hacienda... LA Times
36 Hours in Montpelier, Vt.
In this small town, under the gilded dome of the Vermont State House, you'll find mountains, music, maple syrup and more... New York Times
Tours and Activities
America's coolest new diners
At chef Patrick Acuña's diner, patrons sit elbow-to-elbow on stools along the bright-red Formica bar. While the setup is familiar, the menu pushes the boundaries of diner food — serving fried chicken in a sushi roll... NBCNews.com
Thriving fairs branch out from agricultural roots
Once known mainly for midway thrill rides and livestock shows, many state and county fairs are finding success by adding unique events to attract new visitors and offering low-cost entertainment to families on a budget... USA Today
Cruise
Tropical Storm Isaac Likely to Hit Haiti; Forces Second Itinerary Change
Tropical Storm Isaac, the ninth named storm of the 2012 Atlantic Hurricane Season, is on track to pass over the Dominican Republic and Haiti early Friday after passing to the south of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico today... CruiseCritic.com
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth to circle globe in 118 days
Cunard's Queen Elizabeth will circle the globe in 2014 in an epic, 118-day sailing out of Southampton, England... USA Today
Transportation
DOT's passenger rights laws actually have teeth, experts say
Hefty fines levied this week by the Department of Transportation against big travel companies are sending a message that regulations looking out for fliers finally have teeth, industry observers said... NBCNews.com
United announces 1st international routes for 787 Dreamliner
United Airlines this morning announced the first international routes it will fly with its long-awaited Boeing 787 Dreamliner... USA Today
Boeing hit by 'biggest-ever 787 order cancellation'
Australian carrier Qantas says it's canceling orders for 35 Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets... USA Today
Lodging
B&B and Beyond: St Thomas B&B, Athens
Nothing's too much trouble for the landlady of the Greek capital's only bed and breakfast, as Lucy Gillmore finds out... The Independent
Photo tour of New York's iconic Algonquin Hotel
This past spring, the legendary Algonquin Hotel (59 West 44th St.) re-opened after a four-month facelift... USA Today<
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