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 SHEILA
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Executive Producer, and Luxury Travel Advisor
Contact me to arrange your complimentary consultation. www.lushlife.ca
sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca
613-837-0699
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River Cruising with AMA Waterways
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Join Sheila of Lush Life Travel as she welcomes Neil Dudley from AMA Waterways for an info session about river cruising with AMA Waterways.
AMA Waterways is an award-winning river cruise company that sails through Europe (the Danube, Rhine, and Moselle rivers; as well as sailings through France, Portugal, and Spain). They also have fab river cruise offerings through Asia (Vietnam & Cambodia), and Africa (combining safaris and river cruising). They have distinguished themselves for exquisite food and top-notch service; and their ships are regularly awarded by Virtuoso, Berlitz, Travvy Awards, Travel Weekly, Magellen,Afar, Cruise
Critic, and Porthole. AMA offers great itineraries throughout Europe, often offering special wine-themed cruises throughout Europe, as well as Christmas markets cruises, and a Danube golf concierge program too. They also offer specialty cruises, as AmaWaterways is the proud Leading Sponsor of several PBS’ series including “Plates & Places with Joanne Weir” and “Places to Love with Samantha Brown.”
Join us at All Saints Event Space.
We'll begin with All Saints' popular 5à7 Music Series at Working Title: Kitchen + Café with drinks and signature dishes from their in-house chef, Kyle Mortimer-Proulx (order and purchase on your own). Every Thursday, All Saints features amazing local musicians. By donation - all proceeds go to the artist(s). This Thursday, March 28th, All Saints welcomes Nathanael Larochette!
So come along- grab some food and drink, listen to some neat music - and at 7 pm, we'll adjourn to the Chapel Room, and start the AMA Waterways presentation (as the cafe is closing).
RSVP here for our head count.
There is no charge to attend, but you are strongly encouraged to order food and drink (at your cost) from the cafe. And - donations to the musician are welcomed.
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AMA Waterways - Exclusive Wine Cruises
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AMA Waterways offers a ton of itineraries throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa. Besides their regular itineraries, they've also worked to develop themed-cruises, and have really gotten into wine-themed cruises.
The advantage of wine-themed cruises, of course, is that you are learning about both old and new world wines. You're drinking wine from the region, and touring local wineries in Europe - but while you're onboard the ship, you're also learning about wine from a partner onboard - usually an American or Canadian wine-maker or purveyor.
Here's some info from AMA about these special cruises (which also tends to bring down the average age of river cruisers to 45 years old).
Immerse yourself in the many flavors of Europe on one of our unique Wine Cruises, which let you add a unique, epicurean dimension to one of our European itineraries.
Like our standard river cruises, guests have the opportunity to join tours that highlight the famous sights in each port of call. These special itineraries, however, offer guests a perfect blend of wine-related experiences and excursions in grand capitals and charming towns. You’ll taste local cuisine, discover how wine is made and, of course, partake in tastings — all at no additional cost.
Whether you have a seasoned appreciation for fine wine, or simply indulge in a sip here and there, this is a wonderful way to uncork the traditions of the local culture and learn about the region you’re visiting.
Let me know if you'd like to learn more!
sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca
613-837-0699
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AMA Waterways - Solo Travellers
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AMA Waterways is friendly to solo travellers.
Here's a story about a repeat guest: Loyal guest Olis Cook has completed eight sailings with AmaWaterways throughout Europe.
I know which ships have solo cabins, and I track solo supllement specials.
Let me know if you'd like to learn more!
sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca
613-837-0699
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AMA Waterways - Wellness, Golf - and Other Activity Onboard
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AMA Waterways offers much activity to those who want to be active (and lots of other things you can do if you choose not to be active.)
For example, they have bikes onboard, and offer yoga.
They focus on wellness.
AmaWaterways offers a transformative journey that nourishes your mind, body and spirit through our immersive wellness activities. With the guidance of one of our exceptional Wellness Hosts*, you will have the opportunity to participate in group fitness classes such as resistance band stretching, cardio and dance, based on each individual host’s expertise. You can also join your Wellness Host on active excursions or attend an informative lecture about how you can better incorporate
wellness into your everyday life. Professionally trained and passionate about health, sports and fitness, these inspiring individuals will help you mindfully achieve your goals in engaging new ways so you can make the most out of your journey on board – and beyond.
See more info here on the wellness programming onboard
They also have a concierge golf program.
Imagine golfing at world-class courses in different countries all on one trip. Imagine not having to organize tee times, transportation, club cleaning and so on. Imagine having your favorite luxury hotel follow you wherever you go with everything you need for the perfect vacation. AmaWaterways has created a match made in heaven to enable you to do just that—luxury river cruising and golf.
AmaWaterways’ Exclusive Concierge Golf Program includes 7 nights on board our newest and most innovative ship to date, AmaMagna, sailing along the iconic Danube and taking you to some of Europe’s most prestigious golf courses.
Let me know if you'd like to learn more!
sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca
613-837-0699
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Come Dashing through the Danube- RIver Cruise for 2019 Christmas Markets
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Only 2 studio cabins left !!
Just under $3000 CDN for a solo cabin as a studio (kindly note pricing is less if you share as double occupancy.)
(There's also 1 suite and 1 studio triple cabin available.)
We have 65 travelers - mainly solo ladies, some with friends, and a few with husbands too (there are 5 married couples, so gents are most welcomed!)
This is an amazing opportunity to travel with Shepherd's Fashions & friends - and me! We have Marlene Shepherd of Shepherd's Fashions, Kathie Donovan (happiness expert and motivational speaker, formerly of Regional Contact tv), Kathy Smart (fitness and wellness guru, and publisher of several cookbooks), and Lynn Spence (style maven of City Line TV).
Watch the video interview with Michelle Palma of Uniworld and U by Uniworld at Virtuoso Travel road show in Toronto this week.
If you want to come "Dashing through the Danube" with us on December 6, 2019, contact me today!
International air, transfers, pre and post cruise, insurance, alcohol are extra.
Full details on the website. See
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a.) Thursday, Mar.28th - AMA Waterways - join us at All Saints Event Space in Ottawa. We'll begin with 5a7 music at the cafe, and then the travel presentation will follow from 7-8 pm.
Hope you can join us for a presentation by one of the best river cruise companies out there.
Contact Sheila at sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca or 613-837-0699.
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- Explore Machu Picchu -July 6.2019 - Travel to Peru, and Explore Machu Picchu by Scenic Train - with a one day hike option. See here https://www.lushlife.ca/explore-machu-picchu/ See Machu Picchu by scenic
train. What a terrific way to travel and explore. If you're interested in joining us on this group trip, please advise asap as we are already ordering the one-day optional hike permits for the Inca Trail (you can get a taste of hiking if you wish, but it's optional - however, the option does require an Inca Trail permit, and they are going fast this year.)
Contact Sheila at sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca or 613-837-0699.
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Verified Virtuoso Client Testimonials
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I love getting client reviews. Such as this one. (Thanks, Lorie Ann!)
Secrets Cap Cana
By: Lorie Ann
She is knowledgeable
Travel end date: 07 Jul 2018
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Sincerely, 
Sheila Gallant-Halloran
Vision Travel/ Lush Life
sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca
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