Sheila Gallant-Halloran

🚢 What Exactly Is Expedition Cruising—And Is It Just for Hardcore Adventurers?

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When you hear the word “expedition”, do you picture rugged explorers with ice axes, scaling mountain peaks and eating freeze-dried meals? You’re not alone. The word can sound a bit intimidating. But here’s the truth:Expedition cruising isn’t about being extreme. It’s about being curious. Yes, these journeys take you to places big ships can’t go—like […]

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Wellness Travel: Because You Deserve to Come Home Feeling Better

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When was the last time you came home from a trip feeling deeply rested? Not just with a phone full of photos—but with a clearer mind, a lighter body, and a sense that you truly paused? That’s the power of wellness travel—and it’s becoming one of the most meaningful ways to explore the world. Clients

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✨ Advisor Spotlight: Kinda Cool!

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This week brought a fun surprise—my Instagram reel was featured in a brand-new virtual training hosted by ASTA (the American Society of Travel Advisors), focused entirely on expedition cruising.   This was the first time ASTA—America’s much larger counterpart to ACTA here in Canada—offered a dedicated training on expedition travel, bringing together over 500 travel

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July 20 – Some Travel Offers From My 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 the

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🌿 Wellness on the Water: AmaWaterways’ Celebration Cruises

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Experience the harmony of travel, fitness, and well-being with AmaWaterways’ new Celebration of Wellness River Cruises—designed to nurture both body and soul as you sail. See https://www.amawaterways.ca/agent/lushlife/explore/wellness-cruises and https://www.amawaterways.ca/agent/lushlife/wellness What Awaits You: Two dedicated Wellness Hosts aboard – see https://www.amawaterways.ca/agent/lushlife/wellness/hosts At least six daily fitness classes—from Champagne Yoga and core strengthening to dance, resistance-band stretching,

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🌟 Client Spotlight: “Organized & Knowledgeable Cruise Planner”

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From: A Grateful AMA Guest, German Girl   There’s nothing better than hearing how a dream trip came together beautifully.   This week’s client spotlight comes from a recent AMA Waterways guest who was referred directly to me—and who set sail on a memorable river cruise.   “Sheila was referred to us by AMA Waterways.

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✨ Paris to Normandy: A Lush Life Journey Begins

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  There’s something magical about starting a river cruise in Paris. Before even stepping aboard the beautiful AmaDante, we soaked up every sparkling moment of the City of Light—and every buttery croissant. At Hotel Le Bristol Paris, we were welcomed like royalty. A junior suite connecting to a second room gave us ample space to

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July 13 – Some Travel Offers From My 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 the

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🌍 Lush Life Adventure Corner: Sail in Style with Silversea

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Embark on an unforgettable journey aboard the ultra‑luxurious Silver Ray, the shining new member of Silversea’s Nova‑class fleet, delivered in May 2024 (Silversea, Wikipedia). With its bold asymmetrical design, panoramic glass walls, and 270‑degree‑view suites, Silver Ray redefines ocean‑going elegance (Silversea). And now, with La Dame freshly honored with the 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, your journey blends

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Colombia

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  Embark with Lush Life River Cruise Corner on a captivating journey to Colombia, where AmaWaterways has charted new waters along the majestic Magdalena River. As the first major river cruise line to do so, AmaWaterways partnered closely with the Colombian government, ProColombia and local communities to build essential docking infrastructure and ensure authentic, sustainable

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