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A tribute to my friend, the late travel media icon Arthur Frommer

The legendary U.S. travel journalist and entrepreneur Arthur Frommer passed away November 18 at the age of 95. Born in Virginia and with an early boyhood in a small town in Missouri, Arthur was a lawyer who became a pioneering and great travel journalist, and who will be remembered as having helped open the joys of travel to the masses. While serving in the U.S. Army in Europe in the 1950s, he got the travel bug, came out with a travel guide for servicemen, and followed up in 1957 with…

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Free access to Encyclopaedia Britannica for journalists

My editor at Encyclopaedia Britannica has asked me to extend this offer to all my journalist colleagues. You are invited to enjoy free access to all its factchecked resources, and if you do link to a Britannica story in your articles, none of the content linked to will be paywalled. Your readers in turn will have full and free access to Britannica's content. To get your free, personal subscription, just go to britannica.com/journalists and enter the code: EXPERT-CONTENT.

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What do you wear to Seven Magic Mountains?

Seven Magic Mountains is an art installation located in the Nevada desert, and the weather can be quite hot and dry. Therefore, it is recommended to wear comfortable and breathable clothing, such as shorts, t-shirts, and sandals or sneakers. You may also want to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. It's also a good idea to bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated. While there is no strict dress code, it's important to dress appropriately for the weather and…

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What is global entry?

Global Entry is a program that allows pre-approved travelers to expedite the process of entering the United States.To apply for Global Entry, you must be a citizen or national of the United States, Mexico, or Canada and have a valid passport. You can also be a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., Canada, or Mexico.Once you have applied for Global Entry and been approved, you will receive an email with instructions on how to complete your interview appointment at any U.S. Customs and Border…

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Allan Lynch October 26, 2009 at 1:14am

I'm living rather last-minute right now. I have to go to the UK for three assignments, so I may be in London for the WTM. I won't know for a few days yet - waiting on tickets. If so count me in. (Guess I better register.)

As for London, I just sent a friend and his two daughters to the Premier in the old County Hall building. They loved it. It's next to the London Eye, across from Parliament and close to tube stations and taxis. He's the second person I've sent there. The other was a solo female academic and she took found it good value and convenient.
Mary Jo Manzanares October 26, 2009 at 12:35am

Can anyone make a suggestion as to a good "area" or "neighborhood" of London that well located for sightseeing, but also has easy access to Tube, rail, or riverboat station. I've been looking at so many areas, names, etc., and they are starting to blur Thanks!
David Paul Appell October 25, 2009 at 2:18am

Great, Mary Jo! Let's encourage everyone who's going to RSVP to the calendar listing, and leave meeting place suggestions here. Then when we settle on something, we can contact everyone who RSVP'd. We actually just had our first international Tripatini meeting -- there are four of us traveling together in Cartagena, Colombia now!
Mary Jo Manzanares October 25, 2009 at 2:12am

I'd be up for it!
David Paul Appell October 25, 2009 at 1:50am

Hi folks! It occurred to me that it might be fun to have a bunch of us Tripatini members meet up for a drink or dinner at some point during WTM. I've been in touch with the folks at the Hotel Stafford, which is promoting the seasonal "Thanksgiving Martini" at its bar. If y'all have any interest in that, there's a possibility. Otherwise, other suggestions welcome...
Susan McKee October 24, 2009 at 10:35pm

Hi, Heather:
By all means start at the media centre! It's actually centrally located. It has comfy chairs to sit in while you peruse the layout and plan your route(s).
And, Mary Jo:
There's fast Thames River taxis to get you close to the WTM site, so if you find lodging near one of the stops, it's very convenient. You don't need to look for a place near the expo hall, which is NOT very convenient for most sightseeing I've ever wanted to do in London .
Susan
Mary Jo Manzanares October 24, 2009 at 9:15pm

I plan to be at WTM, have my credentials, but haven't made hotel arrangements yet. I'll be in London for a week, so am looking for a place that is conveniently located for both Ex Cel as well as for general sightseeing. All that, and something that won't cost me an arm, leg, and first born child.

Suggestions please?? (And yes, that's begging!)

THANKS!
Media Kitty October 24, 2009 at 9:06pm

Sounds like you enjoyed it, Susan. Think we should work from the media centre to the floor or the other way around? Appreciate the insight.
Susan McKee October 23, 2009 at 10:01pm

Wish I were joining y'all at World Travel Market in London! I went last year, and was completely overwhelmed by the experience.
Elyse Jessica Glickman October 23, 2009 at 5:37pm

cool! wish I was going to London!