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TRO TravelGram- March 17
03-17-2011
Destinations
Thursday, March 17
The Kvarner Islands: Adriatic idyll
A visit in May reveals few tourists - just the Kvarners as they've always been: Serene and full of fascinating history and friendly people... LA Times
Hawaii tourism faces economic hit from Japan disaster
Hawaii tourism tourism promoters are bracing for a far bigger impact on the state's key industry than the millions of dollars in damage from last week's tsunami... USA Today
Your best Seattle trip tips
Readers had a lot to say about the city, which is headed into its much-anticipated summer season... CNN
On a Visit to Saudi Arabia, Doing What the Saudis Do
Travelers - especially women - should be prepared to adhere to laws and customs in Muslim countries like Saudi Arabia to avoid insulting their hosts or breaking the law... New York Times
Tours and Activities
Celebration to feature virtual Elvis concert
Elvis Week this year will include the traditional candlelight vigil remembering Elvis Presley's death and a concert featuring a virtual image of the rock icon... Seattle Times
Beer lover's guide to Europe
Don't get dunkel while looking for a biere de garde... USA Today
The feather in the cap of the Austin food scene
A couple of farmers - and their celebrity livestock - are changing the way the city eats, one egg at a time... CNN
Beaches and Jazz in Fiji
Travelers in search of great jazz usually flock to clubs in cities like New Orleans or New York... New York Times
Cruise
With Time and Money Running Out, S.S. United States Seeks New Home, Investors
With money dwindling and time running out, the S.S. United States Conservancy - which bought the 'Big U' for $3 million on February 1 - announced that three cities are in the running to homeport the 1952-era icon... CruiseCritic.com
Royal Caribbean unveils new Bermuda itineraries
Royal Caribbean late Wednesday announced plans for new itineraries from Baltimore to Bermuda, to begin in 2012... USA Today
Transportation
Muslim removed from flight wants crew disciplined
A Muslim woman from San Diego wants a Southwest Airlines crew disciplined for removing her from a flight for wearing a headscarf...Yahoo Travel News
Panel: Don't treat fliers like terrorists
Calling for an airport screening process that maximizes security but cuts down on passenger hassles, the U.S. Travel Association on Wednesday recommended key changes to the current system...CNN
Airlines monitoring Japan radiation
Air carriers are watching the situation at Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant closely... CNN
Some Airlines Begin to Reroute Japan Flights
As Japan struggles to contain its nuclear crisis after last week's earthquake and tsunami, some airlines have started to reroute their Tokyo-bound flights... New York Times
Lodging
Floating hotels: four of the best
Four of the best floating hotels, including options in India, Canada and Sweden... Telegraph (London)
Tokyo workers, residents seek refuge in Osaka hotels
Hotels in Osaka are filling up as people flee Tokyo to avoid any possible nuclear radiation leaks from the damaged nuclear power plant... USA Today
Disco-fabulous W hotel sign turns heads in London
The newest tourist attraction in bustling Leicester Square? The trendy W hotel ... USA Today
Other and Odd
Lessons from Japan: Earthquake Survival 101
As a traveler, there are steps you can take to increase your chances of survival in an earthquake and/or a tsunami... Travel and Leisure
365 Guide Tip for the Day
5 Ways to Best Protect Your Agency: Tour Operator D
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