River Cruising & Mobility: What You Need to Know Before You Book See the Section 4.) Travel with Me below for information on new Travel with Me group for river cruising in 2027 – Festive Delights on the Rhine in 2027 – travel with me! (More info for solo travelers on another idea next week.) […]
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𝑺𝒆𝒕 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 2026 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝑮𝒐𝒂𝒍𝒔 — 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒍 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒔, 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒍 𝑴𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒄 Dear Lush Lifers, Travel goals aren’t just itineraries — they’re intentions. They help you: * Break the everyday routine * Reclaim a sense of wonder * Grow through experience, not just escape * Connect with culture, nature, and yourself Whether you’re craving a sunset
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This ice is alive — and it’s whispering ancient secrets. That’s the feeling you get when you stand on the edge of the world’s great ice realms. Not just frozen water, not just vast white landscapes, but living, breathing – shifting and storytelling in every crack, curve and crevasse. This is polar travel
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I’m excited to share that I was quoted in Travelweek this week in a story about winter travel demand and how travel advisors across Canada are responding to bookings for sun destinations like the Caribbean. It’s an honour to contribute to the industry conversation alongside other professionals! Here’s what I shared in the article:
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Lately, it can feel like the world is changing faster than we can process — headlines cycle in minutes, news about geopolitics, climate and uncertainty seem nonstop, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In times like this, it’s more important than ever to carve out space for peace, calm, and restoration — not just physically,
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Exclusive Offers 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
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Christmas Markets 2027 — and Something More for Solos Last week, I shared the early idea for a 2027 Christmas Markets cruise—and I’ve been thrilled by the response! The plan is shaping up for a Rhine Christmas Markets sailing in November 2027—a cozy, scenic, and delightfully festive way to start the holiday season.
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There’s nothing more rewarding as a travel advisor than hearing how a journey truly landed for a client — and I’m so grateful when they take the time to share. Last week, we featured Nathalie’s glowing feedback from her first river cruise on the Seine. This week, I’m thrilled to share another kind note
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Sleep is one of those things we think we’re managing… until we realize we’re not. And as someone who works with busy, high-performing clients—and travels frequently myself—I’m always interested in small, practical ways to improve sleep quality. Over the holidays, my daughter encouraged me to try mouth taping—a wellness trend that’s been gaining traction
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Exclusive Offers 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
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