In July, 2008, my family took our first cruise to Alaska. My kids were 2 and 8 at the time. It was a terrific reunion for an extended family group that came together across Canada. We all thoroughly enjoyed the cruise vacation, the Alaska glaciers, and the sightseeting together. However, our return trip home to Ottawa […]
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Yup – Westjet has begun direct flights from Ottawa to Las Vegas. Right now it looks like flights will be Thursday and Sunday. I just priced out a return flight for a client, Jan6-13th return – $338, taxes in, for direct flights. With savings and convenience like that on air, you can splurge in other areas.
Non-stop to Vegas, baby – direct from Ottawa – it's in the cards Read More »
If you don’t already watch “This Hour has 22 Minutes,” start. Cathy Jones makes me homesick, and proud to be a Newfoundlander. Have a seat, and have a laugh. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQXQbszgwYc]
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I love to travel. I love to arrange extraordinary travel experiences for my clients. And I love to be inspired by travel. Here are some favourite quotes about travel. “We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only
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It is guest blog Monday, and today I’m fortunate enough to have Pat Blake, of Blake Photography, write a guest blog to talk about photographing destination weddings. I know Pat from my business networking group, and he is my family’s photographer. We have portraits proudly hanging in our home, as well as my in-laws’ and mom’s homes,
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I just booked a destination wedding for a client, and I’m thrilled with everything I can put together for the client at my new host agency, Vision 2000 Travel Group. If you’re eyeing a destination wedding, you should definitely set your sights on Vision. We have vision – and our eyes are focussed on what you want! Plus, we
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Ever see the TICO logo? See the commercials on TV or print or socmed? Do you know that TICO is the Travel Industry Council of Ontario, and the watchdog is safeguarding your money? “Before you book, have a look” – only book your travel with a TICO regulated travel agency. (And, of course, my agency, Vision
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I just organized a safari through Tanzania for 2 clients, working with one of my preferred suppliers (and a Virtuoso partner) Big Five. Here’s their itinerary. Pique your interest? February 2, Wednesday: Arrive Kilimanjaro Pick up Kilimanjaro Airport at 21.30hrs from Amsterdam, met by a Big Five representative
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St. Thomas, in the US Virgin Islands, is a popular vacation spot, particularly with Americans… and Canadians too. The currency is USD, the language is English, and the temperatures are terrific. St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix were purchased by the US Government in 1917 for $25 million in gold (part of their WW1 strategy). Hilly St.
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Disney’s resorts aren’t just limited to Orlando, and Anaheim in the states. There’s also Hilton Head in South Carolina, which opened in 1996. The family property is on a secluded island in the Shelter Cove Harbour area and has the feel of an old fishing lodge. South Carolina charm with 12 miles of beautiful beach
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