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Montréal Moments — Food, Music, and Gratitude Along the St. Lawrence

This past Thanksgiving weekend, I’ve been reflecting on gratitude — for meaningful connections, unforgettable meals, and the beautiful intersections of travel, art, and love that make life so rich.   A few nights ago, I was in Montréal for a truly special celebration — a James Beard Foundation dinner marking 10 years of partnership between […]

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Wellness & Sustainability Corner: Slowing Down, Savoring the Moments That Matter

As we celebrated our Canadian Thanksgiving weekend, I’ve been reflecting on what it truly means to pause — to give thanks, to be present, and to travel not just for sights, but for soul.   In Prague, that might mean standing before the John Lennon Wall, softly singing Imagine with strangers as candles flicker below

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October 5, 2026 – 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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September 27, 2026 – 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

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𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒆𝒓: Tips for Safe & Stress-Free Journeys ✨

𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒆𝒓: Tips for Safe & Stress-Free Journeys ✨ Travel is about joy, discovery, and peace of mind. Living your lush life means knowing you’re protected — so your focus stays on adventures that bring the greatest Return on Life. 🚨 Travel Security CornerOne of my cruise partners recently shared an important update: scammers have

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When Plans Go Sideways: Travel Lessons From Move-In Day

🎒🚚 Move-in day for my daughter Ceili at TMU was supposed to be exciting, emotional, and maybe even a little nostalgic. Instead, it turned into a masterclass in handling the unexpected. Here’s what we walked into: A squatter still in the apartment when we arrived (plunger, broken chairs, and all). Our freight elevator — booked a

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September 14, 2025 – Some Offers from my Partners

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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20 Feet of Memories, and Why the Details Matter in Travel

20 Feet of Memories. 5 Provinces. 1,800 Kilometres. This week, my daughter, Ceili, and I drove a 20-foot U-Haul from my brother’s house in Corner Brook to Ottawa, packed with treasures from my late mother’s home — pieces she would have loved knowing her granddaughters will now enjoy. It was an epic journey:  🚛 My

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