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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Studying Newfoundland history in grade school, I heard rumblings about pirates. And growing up in Corner Brook, with a dad that loved everything to do with the water, and who studied the lore of Captain Cook and the various island shipwrecks, I knew the name Peter Easton. Funny how it surprised me to learn of W5’s recent
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It’s guest blog Monday, and today I’m fortunate to have Leslie J. Kirk, a lawyer with Michael J. Farrell & Associate, write about the reasons you should have your family’s will in order before you take a vacay. Leslie is a member of my business networking group, and I know her to be an honest
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With the US thanksgiving holiday, increased security measures at US airports got a lot of attention, and criticism from passengers. Facebook has a swell of activity from US passengers with its “national opt out” day, and news stories have covered everything from John Tyner’s “don’t touch my junk” to SNL’s parody skit about TSA’s “it’s our
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Earlier this week, I wrote a post about Disney being able to handle food allergies right, and take away the cares of parents who have to contend with allergies. Having specialized in Disney vacations for years, my clients’ concerns have ranged from lactose intolerance to severe milk allergies (yes, it exists) to gluten to kiwi to
Food Allergies? Beaches will treat you right! Read More »
If you’re Canadian, and you’re travelling outside of Canada, please get your passport. And please, make sure it has at least 6 months remaining before its expiry date. Believe me, you don’t need a panicked trip to the passport office, getting copies of all travel documents, paying for an expedited renewal, standing in lines just before
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Thrilled to be guest blogging today at Cristie’s site. Check out Stellar Events, and Cristie Vito’s blog at http://stellareventsandweddings.blogspot.com/2010/11/guest-blog-some-q-with-travel-agent.html
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