Simple truth: I love to help families build memories. It’s why I work in travel. I listened to a speech by Simon Sinek at the “Power of Vision 2000” conference in Montreal yesterday. Simon talked about how people do not buy “what” individuals/ companies do so much as buying “why” you do it. It made me think about how […]
The "Why" I am in Travel (inspired by Simon Sinek's "Start with Why") Read More »
OK, I’m stoked about moving to Vision 2000 Travel Group. Can you tell? Vision 2000 is a leading member of Virtuoso, a network of the world’s finest travel agencies. As a Virtuoso affiliated travel advisor, I will have global connections with the best hotels, cruise lines, airlines, and tour companies. For you, this means access
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Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes (turn and face the strain) Ch-ch-changes Who better than Bowie could describe the roller coaster exhilaration of life that I’ve experienced this week? Big highs, sudden drops, and lots of twists and turns… But hang on to your hats, cause this is one coaster I’m going to ride! Here’s a note I sent my clients this weekend. I trust
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During a recent conversation on twitter with other travellers and travel professionals (Thursdays from 3:30-5:00 pm est – called #tni, or travellers’ night in), the question was posed as to what advice you’d give to first time cruisers. I suggested several items, as did other experienced cruisers and cruise travel agents. I thought the tips raised were worth sharing with others. So, here
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The sun is shining somewhere in Spain But all we have here is more pouring rain Winter will come and bring with it snow And you’ll start to think of warmer climates to go So set yourselves up with some warmth and good cheer Fine sandy beaches, and refreshing cool beer Take a relaxing trip
Summer is nearly over… (a poem) Read More »
[tweetmeme]It’s true – I LOVE Disney. My family’s been 17 times. It’s our vacation spot of choice. And I love helping other families plan their vacations so that they go soarin’ thru Disney. And while a ride (or 4) on Soarin’ in Epcot should be on everyone’s must-do list at Disney, I’m not suggesting you
Soarin' thru Disney – quashing the planning myths! Read More »
The vast majority of my new clients are internet savvy. Many of them are social media junkies. A number of them are very well-travelled folks, and they are quite used to researching their own trips. But something happens…. Life gets busy, the mass of info gets overwhelming, and they just don’t have
Only a Spider Trusts the Web… Trust your Travel Advisor Instead Read More »
Choose me to Book your Travel Needs: 1. Value for Money: I will provide unbeatable value while offering personalized and professional travel service. 2. Peace of Mind: I will be there to help: before, during, and after each booking. When you are on vacation, I am only a phone call away. 3. Loyalty: I work
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Hi there – welcome to my first blog. Allow me to introduce myself by sharing with you my tagline – “made-to-measure travel arrangements; please, go away!” 🙂 I’m not a NORMAL travel agent, whatever that is. 🙂 Sure, I’m in business to sell travel services. I was the winner of the “Top Travel Counsellor in Canada” award
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