Besides being a quick zip ride away from Magic Kingdom, one of the huge benefits of staying at a Disney monorail hotel in Orlando is that you get all the bells and whistles of staying in a top notch hotel – fine dining, kids clubs, character meals, terrific pools and recreational activities – and a waterslide […]
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When I saw on twitter there was the chance to visit the inside of the new US Embassy, I jumped at the invite. My family snagged 4 out of the 1000 invites extended to see the inside. The tour was part of the Doors Open Ottawa weekend. (For more info on the 100+ buildings around Ottawa that are participating
Doors Open Ottawa – a Cruise thru the Inside of the US Embassy Read More »
For my business networking breakfast this morning, I was asked to speak to “why use a travel advisor”…. a topic that’s near and dear to my heart. And the first thing I tell all my new clients (especially those who are social media junkies, and who are used to booking their own travel on the internet)
Only a spider trusts the web, trust your travel advisor instead! Read More »
Remember… before there was “on demand” and “netflicks,” you’d sometimes drive to your local video store to rent a movie on a Friday night? How about if the weather was bad? How about if it was really storming out, the roads were treacherous, white outs were blowing across your car windows, and the kids were in the backseat
Like Renting Movies in Snow Storm… Last Minute Travel Deals Read More »
My greatest business treasure is my existing client base. They continually reward me with repeat business, and they give me the greatest compliment when they refer me to their friends and family. I honour that trust. My existing client base already knows and trusts in the value I provide… else they wouldn’t be repeat customers! 🙂 But, obviously,
I am a "travel advisor"… not a "travel agent" Read More »
Had a blast this morning seeing producer Erin Lannan, and meeting co-hosts TL Rader and Neil Hedley of Rogers’ channel 22. It was so much fun to talk travel – Disney, Disney Cruise Line, Anguilla, and more. And, of course, got to plug Vision 2000, and our support of the Royal Ottawa Hospital Gala on
My Segment on Rogers' "Daytime Ottawa" Read More »
Besides being a quick zip ride away from Magic Kingdom, one of the huge benefits of staying at a Disney monorail hotel in Orlando is that you get all the bells and whistles of staying in a top notch hotel – fine dining, kids clubs, character meals, terrific pools and recreational activities – and a waterslide
Pools + Waterslides @ Disney's monorail hotels: The Polynesian Read More »
I love to travel. I love to arrange extraordinary travel experiences for my clients. And I love to be inspired by travel. Here are some favourite quotes about travel. “We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only
Does Travel Inspire You? Read More »
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
TICO Watchdog Safeguards You – "Before you book, have a look" Read More »
The old joke is if you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans. I have to offer my clients travel insurance. I’m bound by TICO, and more importantly, my own desire to ensure my clients are protected if sh#% happens after they book a vacay. And we all know, sh#% happens. You can’t plan for the sh#%. Sh#%
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