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You’re Comparing River Cruises Wrong – Part 2

Most people choose a river cruise based on itinerary or price.

But the real difference?

👉 It’s what’s happening behind the scenes
👉 And the details you only understand when you’ve actually been onboard

Now that I’m back from Amsterdam and the ASTA – American Society of Travel Advisors River Cruise Expo, I’ve been going through some of the “gold” I captured on my phone—and there are two moments that perfectly illustrate this.

Yesterday, we focused on the first moment. The galley. See https://lushlife.ca/youre-comparing-river-cruises-wrong/ 

Now let’s move to something completely different—but just as important:

👉 Your cabin experience

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Inside the ASTA River Cruise Expo — Amsterdam

  There’s something special about arriving in Amsterdam and heading straight to the river. Even with a soft drizzle in the air, the scene felt like a perfect welcome — a lineup of beautiful river ships docked side by side, each representing a different style, philosophy, and experience. ✨ Viva Enjoy ✨ Tauck Savor ✨

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Sheila Spotlight: Helping People Experience the World Well

This week, I was featured in Travelweek, sharing what it really looks like to guide clients through today’s increasingly complex travel landscape. See https://www.travelweek.ca/news/agent-feedback/clients-expect-us-to-know-everything-about-everything-how-agents-stay-a-step-ahead-even-in-tumultuous-times/   At the heart of it, my philosophy hasn’t changed — even if the world around us has.   💬 “In many ways, the core of the job hasn’t changed: helping

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Mar.22 – Some Offers from my Travel Partners

Exclusive Offers 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

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