Norwegian Cruise Lines knows the value of a partnership with Travel Advisors. They are one of our preferred supplier partners and we personally have sailed with Norwegian Cruise Lines 3 times recently. Freestyle is their way of cruising. They have sent us a great piece of information to share with all of you. Their hopes are that you too will learn the value of a partnership with your Travel Advisor. [...]
How To Save On Airfare If I have heard this once, I have heard this a thousand times. What is the best airfare to [ Insert Any City]. It is almost like some people think we are walking GDS systems and have every airfare memorized. There are many factors that will net you some savings when booking flights. Let's discuss the ones that I think are the most important to consider. Of course [...]
A post I read on social media: “I helped a buddy find a Vacation Deal the other day. He comes back liking the price but wants a breakdown of each item. I know what he is getting at. He wants to know how much are the transfers, sightseeing, etc… What?!! Really?!! I just created a master chef travel itinerary for you bud! So, I showed him the pic below and asked him ‘When you [...]
This is more of a letter to my clients than a blog. I hope it all makes sense, and that you all enjoy it. Starting a business is risky - not everyone wants what you have. The people that support you realize you are putting your heart and soul into every vacation you present to them. Yes, I wear my travel heart on my sleeve. I did not start this business because I thought [...]
November is almost half over...how did that happen? It has been almost a month since I returned from my first Virtuoso Voyages Hosting experience. Where has time gone? I had lots of catching up to do when I returned from Barcelona. Taking care of clients, paperwork and organizing for 2020. WOW 2020! That just seems crazy! But it is a fact and I am on a roll trying to prepare. What better way [...]
We all eat when we travel. Have you thought of traveling to eat? Or drink? Or both? A definite highlight of any vacation is that one amazing meal. That unforgettable culinary masterpiece. That one journey for your palate. If you are a true foodie, your vacation will revolve around food. Or drink. Or both. Culinary-focused vacations can included farm-to-table experiences, hands-on cooking classes, dining at Michelin-starred restaurants - anything that allows you [...]
What Are Luxury Cruises? Many people have asked us that question. What makes a cruise a luxury cruise? Are luxury cruises only for the 'rich and famous'? Not really. When it is all said and done and you are on your way home, you may find that you spent almost the same amount of money. Quite honestly, the final tally of your cruise fare, required extras, excursions, dining, drinking and all the other [...]
I remember the first time I took a cruise. I had no idea what to expect! Cruising was not as popular in the 1970's as it is today and things were so different! You had assigned dining times and you dressed for dinner. Formal night was, well, formal! Ships were much smaller and you paid cash for anything you purchased onboard. You got small envelopes to put tips in to give to your steward, [...]
