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Last weekend, I was in Toronto to attend the Virtuoso VIP Client Event (by invitation only) that allowed the top 25 Virtuoso travel advisors in Ontario to invite 4 clients. The idea being that the top 100 travelers in Toronto would get feted, and be able to learn about top Virtuoso suppliers so they could gather […]

Last weekend, I was in Toronto to attend the Power of Vision. Power of Vision is my host agency’s annual networking and professional development weekend. The top sales performers of Vision/ Direct Travel’s over 400 advisors across Canada are feted and celebrated, and meet with the top travel suppliers so we can build relationships and

It was kind of shocking to learn of Thomas Cook’s collapse in the UK. Over 150,000 passengers were stranded. The UK government repatriated citizens. See THOMAS COOK COLLAPSES and VIDEO: Thomas Cook Collapses – CEO Apologizes As my former profession of financial services proved with the banking industry in the US in 2008, there is no such thing

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles I am en route to Vancouver today to begin escorting a small group of solo ladies on board the Rocky Mountaineer train. (See below for a video of a past trip I’ve done onboard the Rocky Mountaineer.) So, of course, my mind is on trains. And planes. And Automobiles. One of

It’s September, which is typically nearing the end of the Alaska cruising season, which is generally May-October. Which means that this is the prime time for people to be booking Alaska for next year’s vacation. Does it interest you? It’s one of those destinations that is on many people’s bucket list. I have some clients

We had a great presentation at Ale – Amberwood Lounge & Eatery, Stittsville this week. I presented soft adventure tours for solo & other travelers. And my special guest, Mike Quinto of On the Go Tours, joined the presentation to share updates on their tours, particularly those of interest to solo travelers. (However, they have

Sheila of Lush Life Travel presents soft adventure tours for solo & other travelers. Special guest, Mike Quinto of On the Go Tours, will join the presentation to share updates on their tours, particularly those of interest to solo travelers. (However, all are welcome.) What’s soft adventure? Think adventure trips you don’t have to train

  Disney is always a good idea! My family just returned from our annual trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando. My 30th trip. And I still love it! This time, we were lucky to leave just as Dorian was barreling towards the Florida coast. We hope Orlando, and all those in Dorian’s path (which

Cruise News` Limited Time Virtuoso Travel Week Offers See some special offers here with Azamara, Silversea, Holland America, Ponant, Regent, Celebrity, RItz Carlton Yacht, Crystal, Seabourn, and Uncruise. As always, make sure you book through me to get access to these special offers – plus – there are often Virtuoso perks and extra bells and

What happens in Vegas DOESN’T Stay in Vegas…. Virtuoso Travel Week is a wrap. #9 in a row is now on the books. I leave exhausted but exhilarated by new and renewed connections, networking, and learning about everything that’s new in the world of bucket list, adventure, and luxury travel. I’m ready to begin the