Over the past two weeks, I’ve been hosting a special Facebook event called River Cruising Revealed: Insider Access—a deep dive into the world of luxury river cruising. If you’ve ever wondered which cruise line fits your travel style, what’s really included, or whether river cruising is just for retirees (spoiler alert: it’s not!), this series […]
Last week, I boarded a 4:00 AM train bound for Toronto—because 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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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/
🇨🇦 Many of my Canadian clients are asking thoughtful questions right now — 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 , here’s some clarity I’m happy to share: AmaWaterways is European-owned, operated, and registered, founded
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Embark on the Ultimate Wellness Journey: Explore The White Lotus Hotels by Private Jet For fans of HBO’s The White Lotus and seekers of elevated wellness experiences, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: the World of Wellness Private Jet Experience. This exclusive 20-day journey whisks just 48 guests away aboard the
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Vienna waits for you—and this past week, it waited for me, too! I had the incredible opportunity to attend the ASTA River Cruise Expo in Vienna, where I joined 1,600+ travel advisors and explored 17 river cruise ships along the Danube. As a Virtuoso Cruise Icon, staying ahead of the latest trends in luxury river
If you’ve been captivated by The White Lotus, you’re not alone—so has the luxury travel industry! The show’s stunning backdrops have ignited a travel frenzy, with fans eager to experience the opulence firsthand. đź“Ť Four Seasons Maui, the setting of Season 1, is still booked solid as travelers clamor for their own slice of
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As Miley Cyrus wisely sings in Flowers, “I can buy myself flowers.” And this Valentine’s Day, why stop there? If you really want to win my heart—book me an airline ticket. But let’s make sure that journey is as stress-free as possible. Travel should be about the joy of the journey, not last-minute panic at
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Expedition cruising isn’t just a vacation—it’s an experience that transforms the way you see the world. It’s about stepping beyond the familiar, sailing to remote, untouched destinations, and immersing yourself in places most travelers will never reach. So, what is expedition cruising? It’s about adventure, discovery, and meaningful travel. Think Antarctica’s towering glaciers, the
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