Last week, I boarded a 4:00 AM train bound for Torontoâbecause when you’re invited to tour the stunning Viking Octantis and meet with my trusted reps Hilary Brown and Barry Johnson, you say yes (even if the coffee hasn’t quite kicked in yet). This beautiful ship, now about three years old, was docked and […]
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If you’ve ever wondered what really sets a river cruise apart â or which cruise line fits your style best â you’re not alone. Thatâs exactly why I launched my River Cruising Revealed: Insider Access Facebook event, running now for two weeks! Whether you’re brand new to river cruising or looking for your next
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đ§ Step Away from the Laptop â Itâs Good for Your Brain (and Your Soul) Hello Lush Lifers! A recent CNN article on LinkedIn caught my attention, and itâs one I think every high-achiever should read: đ Long working hours might not just be bad for your health â they could also shrink your
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On a personal note, Iâm incredibly honoured (and a little starstruck!) to share some exciting news: I was named one of PAXnewsâ â10 Most Fascinating Travel Advisors of 2025â â and the announcement was made on Global Travel Advisor Day, no less! This recognition, from journalist Michael Pihach and the editorial team at
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âMy husband and I had a wonderful trip to Curaçao in April. It was our first time there and we found it absolutely amazing. There was a âsnagâ with our flights, but Sheila (as always) did her magic and fixed everything for us. Weâve been working with Sheila for many years and always appreciate her
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Besides being featured in two major Canadian travel trade magazines this week – first with PaxNews sharing my experience at ASTA River Cruise Expo in Vienna last month – see https://www.paxnews.com/news/cruise/how-canadian-travel-advisor-gained-major-insights-astas-river-cruise-expo-vienna and then with Travel Courier, being asked to share general insights for their Cruising Issue about river and expedition cruises – see https://www.travelcourier.ca/ask-the-agent-with-dianne-frost-of-journeys-by-escapes-and-sheila-gallant-halloran-of-lush-life-travel/
Lush Lifeâs Private Sale with AmaWaterways Private Sale Alert: Exclusive AmaWaterways River Cruise Offers! Sheila here from Lush Life Travelâand Iâve got something special just for you. As a Virtuoso Cruise Icon and river cruise specialist, Iâve secured an exclusive private sale with AmaWaterways for my clients: Enjoy 10% off cruise fare on select 2025
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đšđŠ Many of my Canadian clients are asking thoughtful questions right now â especially when it comes to booking travel with what appears to be a U.S. company. If you’re considering a European river cruise with AmaWaterways River Cruises , hereâs some clarity Iâm happy to share: AmaWaterways is European-owned, operated, and registered, founded
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Hello, Lush Lifers! Iâm thrilled to share a bit of exciting newsâI was featured in two major Canadian travel trade publications this week, both released on the same day! đ These features shine a spotlight on something Iâm deeply passionate about: cruising done rightâwhether itâs a serene river cruise through historic towns, a
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EVERY DETAIL TAKEN CARE OF BEAUTIFULLY By: Happy Couple Who Needed a Romantic Getaway – Trefor in Ottawa We had an idea where we wanted to go, but Sheila really made it happen. We have three wonderful children, but we needed some time that was just for us. So we found remote Greek island
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