Early in January, I (Becky) conducted site inspections with a few Travel Experts colleagues from the Southeastern region. I just love hanging with these smart, savvy ladies who are top-notch business women and some of the best travel advisors in the country. There’s always something to learn and the margaritas flow–as does the laughter. Our trip to Cancun, […]
Mayakoba, Playa Mujeres, Maroma, and Cancun Read More »
I was seriously unprepared for the beauty of Alaska. Oh yeah, I heard about the glaciers calving—dramatically splashing in the water. I saw the photos of the wilderness, and the mountains…. It just seemed so….tame. Cruising in Alaska…..Glacier Bay….. Zzzzzzzzzz…. What I was not prepared for were the colors: the blues, the greens, the changing hues of grey/blue/green set
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Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about cruising and those little nuggets of advice that makes your cruise adventure go more smoothly. I’ve been asking my colleagues for their best cruise tips, looking in my Bella archives of document handouts, and checking out the latest blogs. Why would a travel advisor be looking for cruise tips you
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Disclaimer: I am not a Mouseketeer Poohbah Status Disney Fan. I like The Mouse. I love Pluto. I’ve even buried the memories of riding It’s a Small World as a teen….somewhat. But when the Chickadee and her little Minis request the presence of MiMi and Poppie at Walt Disney World…just like with the Queen, one
Multi-generational vacations are a great way for families to reconnect! Every other year my family has a destination Christmas extravaganza. We rent a home somewhere warm, plan dinner nights, happy hours, pool time, and lots and lots of fun. It’s nice to catch up….and most importantly, to build new memories. Since we share a home
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Our tour guide met us at the lobby of our hotel to give us a quick art-based walking tour of Venice on our way to the Venetian Mask Artist’s studio. We strolled through the labyrinth of alleyways and bridges–soaking in the colors of the canals, balconies and shutters, plastered walls, and gondoliers. We arrived to
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Two of my favorite all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana have announced the beginning of a large enhancement project over the next few months. Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana and Now Larimar Punta Cana will commence renovation starting in early June 2014. This project will undoubtedly enhance the vacation experience for future guests staying at both
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The best things about being a travel agent are the travel seminars, trainings and updates we receive from our supplier partners. It’s like spending your day watching travel shows and reading travel mags. It’s glorious! Last night, we enjoyed dinner and an update from our Silversea Cruise line rep, Maggie. Maggie had an exciting announcement
Every few years, my family spends time together over Christmas in a warm destination. We live all over the United States and sometimes it’s tough to spend extended time together—-just being a family. Our destination of choice this year was Anna Maria Island outside of St. Petersburg, Florida. Anna Maria Island offers pristine beaches, a
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The countdown for Santa has begun. As your destination Christmas looms closer, it’s time to plan ahead for your traveling strategy—yes, strategy. Holiday travels need strategy. The week of Christmas is THE busiest travel week of the year and airports are crowded and crazy! It’s the beginning of December, if you have not purchased
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