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TRO Travelgram: March 8

03-08-2013

 

Friday, March 8
Destinations
6 Smaller But Memorable European Cities 
Springtime means many travelers are once again dreaming of Europe. If you're eager to say "yes" to a European escape this spring, but you've already been to top cities like Rome, Paris or London, here are six smaller cities that are so special even a been-everywhere traveler will be impressed... The Huffington Post

10 great places for affordable spring breaks
Even if you haven't planned spring break yet, there's no need to pay a fortune for a last-minute trip. Travelers can often save money by looking for non-traditional getaways... USA Today

36 Hours in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
This beloved town north of Mexico City feels fresh again, with local restaurants and shops that cater to a younger generation... New York Times

Tours and Activities
Philadelphia's Hidden History: 7 Lesser Landmarks Worth Searching Out
That Philadelphia is packed with history has never been in doubt: Ben Franklin would be plenty even if the city hadn't been the capital of the United States for a decade, shortly after the ratification of the Constitution... The Huffington Post

Best breakfasts around the world
Maple-bacon biscuits. Chocolate-dipped donuts. A lavish spread of eggs. Is there any meal more comforting than breakfast?... CNN

Cruise
Are you a B.B. King fan? This cruise ship is for you
The first B.B. King Blues Club at sea has debuted on a Holland America ship... USA Today

Celebrity's Oldest Cruise Ship to Stay Put (for Now); Dry-Dock Scheduled for 2014
There will be no transfer (or sale) of the Century -- for now. Celebrity Cruises' oldest vessel, the 1,814-passenger Celebrity Century, will go under the knife in early 2014 for what's anticipated to be a substantial refurbishment... CruiseCritic.com

Transportation
Boeing 787 battery fire was difficult to control
An investigation of a battery fire aboard a Boeing 787 shows mechanics and firefighters made repeated, unsuccessful attempts to put out the blaze through smoke so thick they couldn't see the battery... NBCNews.com

Brazil's TAM to shift to oneworld as it merges with LAN
The carrier that will result from the merger of Chile's LAN and Brazil's TAM will join the oneworld frequent-flier alliance... USA Today

Storm still snarling flights, cancellations top 5,700
Flight schedules are gradually improving today (March 8), though problems still remain in the Northeast... USA Today

Lodging
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