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🍽️ The Culinary Compass: Travel That Tastes as Good as It Feels

🍽️ The Culinary Compass: Travel That Tastes as Good as It Feels For many, travel is as much about the palate as it is about the passport stamp. From private cooking classes and after-hours immersions to Michelin-worthy shipboard meals, today’s culinary journeys nourish body, mind, and soul. Here’s how you can make your next adventure […]

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What Expedition Cruising Really Looks Like 🚢 The Journey That Changes You—Not Just Your Location

What Expedition Cruising Really Looks Like 🚢 The Journey That Changes You—Not Just Your Location When most people think “cruise,” they imagine deck chairs and daiquiris. But expedition cruising? That’s something else entirely. Expedition cruises aren’t about escaping the world. They’re about getting closer to it—kayaking beside humpback whales in Antarctica, hiking volcanic trails in

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June 8th – Some fantastic opportunities from our favorite travel suppliers

As the owner of Lush Life Travel, a boutique travel agency affiliated with Direct Travel, I’m delighted to bring you access to exclusive offers through Direct Travel’s status as one of the largest Virtuoso luxury travel network partners. Here are some fantastic opportunities from a few of our favorite travel supplier partners: DESTINATION of the

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🚢 River Cruising Revealed: The Journey Continues Part 2

Last week, I shared the highlights from the first half of my special River Cruising Revealed Facebook event—and wow, what a response! So many of you reached out with questions, ideas, and excitement about future journeys. I promised more… and here it is. In the second half of the series, we went even deeper—unpacking the

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June 1st, 2025 – Special Offers from Lush Life Travel, a Direct Travel affiliate & top Virtuoso partner –

As the owner of Lush Life Travel, a boutique travel agency affiliated with Direct Travel, I’m delighted to bring you access to exclusive offers through Direct Travel’s status as one of the largest Virtuoso luxury travel network partners. Here are some fantastic opportunities from a few of our favorite travel supplier partners: DESTINATION of the

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Wellness Travel Corner- 🌊 Wellness Meets Exploration: A Visit Aboard the Viking Octantis -May25.25

Last week, I boarded a 4:00 AM train bound for Toronto—because when you’re invited to tour the stunning Viking Oct antis 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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🧠 Step Away from the Laptop – It’s Good for Your Brain (and Your Soul)

đź§  Step Away from the Laptop – It’s Good for Your Brain (and Your Soul) Hello Lush Lifers!   A recent CNN article on LinkedIn caught my attention, and it’s one I think every high-achiever should read: 👉 Long working hours might not just be bad for your health — they could also shrink your

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✨ Sheila in the News: Named One of 2025’s Most Fascinating Travel Advisors

On a personal note, I’m incredibly honoured (and a little starstruck!) to share some exciting news:   I was named one of PAXnews’ “10 Most Fascinating Travel Advisors of 2025” — 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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Lush Life’s Private Sale with AmaWaterways 

Lush Life’s Private Sale with AmaWaterways  Private Sale Alert: Exclusive AmaWaterways River Cruise Offers! Sheila here from Lush Life Travel—and I’ve got something special just for you. As a Virtuoso Cruise Icon and river cruise specialist, I’ve secured an exclusive private sale with AmaWaterways for my clients: Enjoy 10% off cruise fare on select 2025

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How a Canadian travel advisor gained major insights at ASTA’s River Cruise Expo in Vienna

Hello, Lush Lifers!   I’m thrilled to share a bit of exciting news—I was featured in two major Canadian travel trade publications this week, both released on the same day!   This week’s spotlight is an in-depth look at river cruising, which fits perfectly into our River Cruise Corner feature. I’ll be sharing the full

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