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 SHEILA
GALLANT-HALLORAN
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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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I'm back from a 11 day trip to Europe, hosting a large group of 70+ people on a Christmas Markets river cruise with U by Uniworld. Did you miss me? I had some difficulties getting a newsletter out while I was away (including a laptop malfunction), so I waited to do one when I returned. So - this is the perfect timing, given Christmas is coming this week to update you on all I'd seen and done.
No, I'm not going to boil down 11 days of experiences into a 100 word article - but - I can give you just a sample of what it is that we'd experienced. And may I say - wow!
After an extended layover in Heathrow, London allowed us to visit that airport's Christmas shopping venues, we flew on to Budapest, Hungary; and toured the city and did the Christmas markets there. We then moved on to Bratislava, Slovakia to sample their markets. From Slovakia, we sailed to Austria; and visited Vienna (my favourite city) for their exquisite markets in town hall, as well as the magical ones in front of Schonbrunn Palace. We then had a quick hop through Melk,
Austria and visited the Benedictine Abby; before going on to Passau, Germany. German food and wares at their markets were also supplemented by touring Ilz, and meeting the Christkind Christmas angel. And finally we finished our U by Uniworld river cruise in Regensburg, Germany; but not after experiencing several of their Christmas markets - including the Romantic Christmas markets at night. And to top it all off, we travelled to Prague in the Czech Republic to sample even more
Christmas markets. It was magical!
What did I eat and drink? What did I buy? Which markets did I like best?
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Verified Virtuoso Client Testimonials
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I love getting client reviews. Such as this absolutely fantastic one. (Thanks Art & Judy!)
10 out of 10
By: Arthur Sampson
Reviewed on: 16 Aug 2019
Absolutely amazing service, were looked after every step of way. This was our second time we had booked with Sheila and Will continue to work with her for any further vacation's . Excellent experience.
Let me know if I can help you travel the world!
sheila@lushlife.ca
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I invite you to download this Virtuoso publication
This issue - Eat, Drink, & Do Good.
IF FOOD IS THE WAY TO A PERSON’S HEART, THEN IT’S ALSO a two-way street to the heart and soul of a place. So many of my travel memories involve a dining table (or a barstool), and those good meals, bad meals, and even, ahem, curious meals call to mind where I was and who was there with me. I fondly remember giggling with a friend about the items on offer at a breakfast buffet in Hong Kong, sampling way too much sausage and beer on a Danube river cruise through Germany, sipping
gourds of maté tea in Buenos Aires, and lingering over braai (South African barbecue) and pinotage in Cape Town
Virtuoso connects travelers to the world’s top travel advisors (like me), along with a coveted portfolio of 1,700 top hotels, cruise lines, tour operators, destination specialists, tourism boards, and more. It’s a curated group of the best the travel industry has to offer.
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Click to Enjoy Your Digital Copy
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Sheila's Travel Tip - Finding a Roommate
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Ever need to consider having a roommate to make travel more affordable to you?
I've designed a 50 question survey to help ease conversation with a potential roommate.
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See solo questionnaire here
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The following travel chats are on the books. More to come, and more info on the following in next week's ezine.
1. Just You - Tours for Solo Travelers
Thursday, Jan.09th
Just You - Solo Tours for Solo Travelers - Join Sheila and special guest, Nicole Harvey of Just You. Join us to learn more about solo tours for solo travelers- and - find out about a special group departure we're putting together for Ottawa travelers to Croatia and Portugal. Join us for one-hour presentation.
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2. Real Life Experiences with Intrepid
Monday, Feb.03rd
Join Sheila and special guest, Kazundra Brown, Business Development Manager of Intrepid Travel for a special presentation about Intrepid Travel's Real Life Experiences.
Intrepid knows what travellers really want: a balance of inclusions and free time, a mix of classic highlights and local secrets you won’t find on Google. And of course, an authentic real life experience.Their leaders are born and raised in-country, and they know their destination better than anyone. So you’ll do more than just see a place, you’ll live it. Small groups, big adventures and responsible travel – that’s our thing. With 1,000 trips in a variety of styles across 100 countries,
we’re sure you’ll find something you like. Intrepid is still adding to their list of itineraries across Europe, Asia, Africa, North & South America, the Middle East, Australia and both the Arctic & Antarctica.
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3. Tauck Tours -
Thurs, Feb. 06th - presenting as special guest. More info to follow. Join Sheila for an exciting introduction into the wonderful world of Tauck Tours. Sheila is a certified Tauck specialist, and a graduate of the Tauck Academy who has travelled with Tauck by herself and with her family. Sheila will be joined by national sales rep for Tauck Tours, Charmaine MacDonald; who
will share The Tauck Difference Delivering outstanding personal service, uncompromising standards for quality, and a steadfast commitment to making the most of your vacation time… a brand promise we made back in 1925, and haven’t deviated from since.
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Contact me for more info.
sheila@lushlife.ca
613-837-0699
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Check out the updated link
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Cruises I'm Working on this Week
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I work on many cruises each week. I thought it'd be interesting to share with you where some of my clients are going - maybe it might inspire you to plan a trip. Lemme know if you'd like to chat.
Of course, there's usually some special perk (or several - between Vision/ Direct and Virtuoso) that you only get if you book through me, your Virtuoso travel advisor. But here are a few of examples of what I'm booking this week:
1.) AMA Waterways - a solo lady's trip to Bordeaux with a pre-cruise extension to Spain
2.) Royal Caribbean Cruises - a family getaway to Caribbean
3.) Windstar Cruises - a couple's getaway to Monte Carlo for the Grand Prix
4.) Lindblad Expeditions - a couple's nature-focused trip to Alaska
Let me know if either of these interest you, and you'd like to go!
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sheila@lushlife.ca
613-837-0699
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Land Tours I'm Working on this Week
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I work on many land tours each week too. I thought it'd be interesting to share with you where some of my clients are going - maybe it might inspire you to plan a trip. Lemme know if you wanna go.
Here are a few examples:
1.) Peru - a family's getaway to Peru, including Scenic Machu Picchu
2.) Africa - a family's safari trip to Kenya, with a Me-to-We add on for volunteering
3.) Bali - a romantic honeymoon to Bali
4.) New Orleans - a mom and daughters trip to the Big Easy for March break
Let me know if either of these interest you, and you'd like to go!
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sheila@lushlife.ca
613-837-0699
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Beginner's Guide to River Cruising
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I had a small gathering on Wednesday to give my "River Cruising 101" presentation. I love sharing my knowledge with clients.
Download my complimentary "Beginner's Guide to River Cruising" here - and - let me know if you'd like to schedule a complimentary consultation to go over your needs and interests, so I can help you pick and book the right river cruise for you.
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Contact Sheila at sheila@lushlife.ca call 613-837-0699.
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Sincerely, 
Sheila Gallant-Halloran
Vision Travel/ Lush Life
sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca
613-837-0699
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