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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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Doing Makes You Happier Than Owning
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This week, I spent some time with my partners at Big Five Tours, helping a family plan their safari getaway. It was so wonderful to get on a 'gotowebinar' with them, and use google earth to show them the camps we were recommending for them in our proposal, and share details why we chose what we did; and help this family get excited about their upcoming experience.
I also spent some time organizing an event about "Help Australia Recover" with Travel Ideas and Adopt-a-Koala donations. (See below.) Get Tickets
And I spent some time on European holidays for clients getting away on a bucket trip for them, and helping them visit the cities in Europe that they'd always dreamed about, and organizing hotels, transport, tours, etc.
I've had a lot of fun also assisting several couples celebrating with their families by traveling the world - whether it's a second marriage, or a 50th wedding anniversary - milestones are a great reason to bring people together and travel. Time with each other is our most precious gift. And memories we make when we travel can be savoured for a lifetime.
I read a great article this week: "Science Says – Traveling Makes You Much Happier Than Any Other Material Wealth." Read Travel Better Material
People love shopping. This is because shopping not only helps in getting basic necessities of life but it also makes us happy. ...
...people experience the same amount of happiness when they travel as they do when they go shopping...
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Private Exclusive Sale with AMA Waterways
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I have an exclusive and private sale on river cruises with one of the best partners,
AMA Waterways.
This is an unadvertised sale (I'm not allowed to share on social media, so as not to disrupt the market) with fantastic offers for March and April 2020.
If you're interested in a river cruise, and there's any way you can travel in March or April this year, let me know. Offers include Danube, Rhine, and France on various ships.
Please email me if you want details - and I'll share the 16 sailings and itineraries.
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Verified Virtuoso Client Testimonials
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I love getting client reviews. Such as this wonderful one. (Thanks, Tom!)
National Geographic Morocco
By: Sunshine
Reviewed on: 25 Sep 2019
Excellent. She had good suggestions.
Travel end date: 16 Sep 2019
Let me know if I can help you travel the world!
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Trips I'm Booking This Week
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January is keeping true to form, and lining up to keep it's title as the busiest month in the travel world. It's been busy at my desk, booking and organizing holidays - which I absolutely love.
Here's a sample of what I've been working on with clients this week. Let me know if any of them inspire you to go! We can schedule a complimentary consultation, and get your holiday sorted.
1. Japan - a couple is celebrating a milestone birthday in Japan
2. Nile - two ladies are cruising the Nile with Viking
3. London, Rome, Florence - a customized trip for a couple's special getaway
4. Rhine - a couple's March river cruise with Uniworld
5. Portugal - solo ladies getting away to Portugal
Let me know if you'd like to go!
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I invite you to download this Virtuoso publication
This issue - R & R.
Virtuoso Traveler focuses on welcoming new travelers to the world of Virtuoso. It offers a mix of special travel opportunities, insider tips, and expert advice readers can only get from Virtuoso, and Virtuoso advisors like Sheila.
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Click to Enjoy Your Digital Copy
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Join us at one of our scheduled travel chats.
1. Help AUSTRALIA Recover - Monday, Feb.03rd
Help AUSTRALIA Recover: Intrepid Travel
There are many ways you can help with Australia’s recovery effort as fire-affected communities get back on their feet. Now more than ever, Australia needs your
support.
While the impact of the recent bushfires has been devastating, the display of support from people in Australia and around the world extending the hand of mateship to
those affected has been incredibly inspiring.
While the recovery process is underway, it’s important to note that Australia is open for business. Only 3-4% of Australia was directly impacted by recent
bushfires. And, many Australians rely on tourism to thrive. If you’d like to contribute to the relief effort to help Australia recover, Tourism Australia, Aussie Specialist Lush Life Travel, and Intrepid Travel are asking you to start planning a trip to see Australia now, and consider donating.
START PLANNING A TRIP NOW
Travelling to Australia in the next six to 12 months is one of the most significant ways you can help long-term recovery. Most of Australia’s beautiful destinations have
not been affected and are eager to welcome visitors. Of course, when you travel, travel with a purpose to help wildlife.
CONSIDER DONATING
Several organisations across the country are working tirelessly to help those affected by bushfires. Donating to a charity of your choice will provide much-needed aid to fire victims, fire services and wildlife rescues. Additionally, the Australian Bushfire Appeal https://www.theintrepidfoundation.org/australian-bushfire-appeal and Adopt-a-Koala https://donate.wwf.org.au/adopt/koala
Come learn about Intrepid Travel’s wonderful real-life experiences. They have distinguished themselves for their small escorted group trips around Australia,
the South Pacific, and the world.
Join us to learn more!
For updates on all regions of Australia, also see: the Tourism Australia Bushfire Information website: https://www.australia.com/en/travel-alerts.html ; the bushfire information page: Interactive map: https://tourism-australia-bushfire-map.alantgeo.com.au/index.html, and the how to support the recovery page: https://www.australia.com/en/facts-and-planning/useful-tips/bushfire-safety/how-you-can-help.html
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2. Tauck Tours -
Feb.6th presentation has been postponed due to presenter's family emergency
Contact me for more info.
sheila@lushlife.ca
613-837-0699
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Check out the updated link
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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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SOLO TRAVEL - Portugal - Sept. 7, 2020
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Portugal - September 2020 - details below. Putting together a small group of solo travelers from Ottawa, each in their own solo room, to visit Portugal
This is a great option for adult mothers and daughters, or sisters and brothers, to travel together, and have their own room - or perhaps a spouse taking a trip alone. Details below.
Portugal on Sept 7th, 2020. Guaranteed departure.
Discover charming towns, golden sands and tempting local delicacies on this wonderful tour, which includes a scenic cruise along the Douro River and visits to Oporto and Lisbon.
Pricing $2,449/p CDN (before int'l air). All breakfasts. 2 dinners.
Would you like to join this solo traveler group? Only requirements - you have to be 18+. Normal trip demographics - 80% female, 20% are married (solo travelers, not necessarily single), average age is 55.
There were at least 6 interested in our meeting last night. I'm holding 10 spots. So, kindly do advise if you would like to join. (I will waive normal engagement fee. You can book your own air either on points or independently. Or seek assistance.)
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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