Sheila Gallant-Halloran

August 17th – Some Offers from my Travel Partners

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As the owner of Lush Life Travel, a boutique travel agency affiliated with Direct Travel, I’m delighted to bring you access to exclusive offers through Direct Travel’s status as one of the largest Virtuoso luxury travel network partners. Here are some fantastic opportunities from a few of our favorite travel supplier partners: 🌍 Destination of

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🐱 Snorkel with sea lions. Walk where Darwin walked. Canadians save 35% with Lindblad in the Galápagos.

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🐱 Snorkel with sea lions. Walk where Darwin walked. Canadians save 35% with Lindblad in the Galápagos. 🌍 Adventure Travel at Its Finest: The Galápagos Few destinations capture the essence of exploration like the Galápagos Islands. A volcanic archipelago where Charles Darwin once walked, this is a place where nature still rules—and where every day

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Why a River Cruise in Vietnam Will Change the Way You Travel

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    🚱 River Cruise Corner: The Mekong – Vietnam & Cambodia by River The Mekong River is a journey into timeless Asia—past floating markets, golden temples, and riverside villages where life moves to the rhythm of the water. Cruising here means cultural immersion paired with luxury and ease. Here are the top river cruise

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✹ Wellness Travel Corner: Scandinavia – Where Nature Restores

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In Scandinavia, wellness isn’t a trend—it’s a way of life. Concepts like friluftsliv (open-air living), Nordic sauna traditions, and slow, seasonal cuisine all nurture a sense of balance and renewal. Add in dramatic fjords, endless daylight, and crisp coastal air, and you have the perfect recipe for a transformative journey. Here are six ultra-luxury voyages

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✹ Advisor Spotlight: Sheila in Travelweek Magazine

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“That ‘elbows up’ patriotism is translating into meaningful, memory-rich travel. I’m seeing clients actively avoid U.S. transits and lean into experiences that offer depth, connection, and perspective – like river cruises, expedition voyages and small ship luxury cruises.”   💬 I was honoured to share these thoughts with Travelweek in their recent article on why

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Ever Climbed Into a Giant Inflatable Bathtub
 to Visit Penguins?

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Ever Climbed Into a Giant Inflatable Bathtub
 to Visit Penguins? What’s it really like to step into a Zodiac on an expedition cruise? Think: a giant, motorized, inflatable bathtub.   You grab a soldier’s grip from the expedition team, swing your legs in like you’re getting into a tub
 and suddenly, you’re gliding through icy

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Australia Like You’ve Never Seen It—Only with an Insider’s Key

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Australia Like You’ve Never Seen It—Only with an Insider’s Key Most travelers see Australia. My clients experience it—on a level they didn’t think was possible. Australia, Unlocked: Travel Like an Insider Australia isn’t just a place you visit—it’s a world you feel. The heat rising off the Outback at sunrise. The whisper of waves over

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Venice to Slovenia

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River Cruise Corner: From the Venetian Lagoon to Slovenia’s Alpine Magic “Two countries. Eleven days. Infinite beauty. That’s the promise of Uniworld’s brand-new Slovenia, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto itinerary—where Italy’s timeless waterways meet Slovenia’s breathtaking landscapes.” In 2026, Uniworld takes its beloved Venice & the Jewels of Veneto river cruise to new heights

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