Sunday, September 25, 2022
Hiya, ! This week's Lush Life Travel newsletter will focus on: 1. Time for a River Cruise? 2. Join Me Next May for Newfoundland Tour 3. Join Me Next July in Greece with
Azamara Cruises 4. Virtuoso Life - Some Recent Issues & Newsletters 5. The Body Holiday, St. Lucia -Jan.29-Feb.5.23 6. Preferred Partner Club - Jumeirah’s Passport to Luxury 7. Special Offers from Lush Life, Vision/ Direct, Virtuoso 8. Last Minute Festive Space at Galapagos Safari Camp Let me know if you'd like to schedule a complimentary consultation!
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1. Time for a River Cruise?
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Is it time for a river cruise? I think so. I've done over 30 ocean cruises, and did my first river cruise about 5 years ago. And now I'm hooked. Sure, ocean cruises are fantastic - especially small ships and expedition cruises. They'll always have a piece of my heart. Ocean cruises bring you to a country. But here's the biggest difference - river cruises take you through a country. There's nothing like the intimacy of a river cruise. The largest river cruise ship has 190 people onboard, but many cruise lines have 164 people or less. And when you think that in Europe, anyway, all the river cruise ships are the same "box" - they all have to sail under the same bridges and around the same curves of the river, so the river cruise ships are generally all the same size - but there is quite a difference between the different river cruise lines in how many people they put onboard, and how they decorate the rooms. There are differences in size of rooms and comfort. There are differences in what they include (all alcohol all the time, or
beer and wine; all transfers and gratuities, or pay as you go). There are differences in the service levels (the number of crew onboard) and their food (are they award-winning foodies or do they provide the basics). There are also differences in the additional things they offer - such as bikes, salons, fitness rooms, and special programs. One of the things I do for my clients is to matchmake them to the right river cruise for them. I'm certified in all the major river cruise lines - Tauck, Uniworld, AMA, Avalon, Scenic, Emerald, International
Expeditions, and more. I know and have helped 1000s of clients with the right holiday for them. So, I work with you to find the right fit.
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2. Join Me Next May for Newfoundland Tour
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What a wonderful trip I just had with some clients to Newfoundland! We had an absolutely fantastic time, and travelled over 2300 km over 12
days. It was spectacular. I'd previously taken some clients on a circumnavigation cruise of Newfoundland (my home province), and while that was fantastic, and I was worried about doing a motorcoach tour, I was blown away. We saw so much more of my home province by having the time to go interior. We travelled from Corner Brook (my home town) to visit the Bay of Islands, and then headed to Gros Morne, and up the Northern Peninsula into Labrador. We saw 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites at the Whaling Museum in
Red Bay, Labrador; the Viking Settlement at L'anse aux Meadows; and the Tablelands at Gros Morne. We did boat tours at Bonne Bay in Gros Morne, as well as Witless Bay bird sanctuary on the Avalon peninsula. We toured Twillingate and Bonavista and
Trinity. And we had a grand time in St. John's. I've had clients consider this trip, and worried about the amount of time on the bus (given the distance we covered). But the bus stops at least every 1.5-2.0 hours for a comfort stop, if not a visit to a spot
along the way. I really had a great time, shared my insights and my family history, and had a great tour guide, bus drive, and some local guides along the way share history and details of the cod fishery, the resettlement program, how Canada came to join Newfoundland (it's own country) in 1949, etc. etc. Most of the clients onboard had never been to Newfoundland before, and were so surprised by the natural beauty and the craggy coast - plus the resilience of a people who kept getting beat down, but kept getting up and helping each other. Great scenery, wonderful food, terrific music, and wonderful
camaraderie. Honestly, if you want to go to Newfoundland, let me know this week, and secure your spot to come with me in Newfoundland. I'll be returning to Newfoundland in May 2023 with another group of clients. This time, we'll add a day for the
iceberg festival. I have 3 rooms left. Newfoundland & Labrador with Iceberg Festival May 2023 The tour dates are: MAY 29 – JUNE 10, 2023 per person rate, based on double occupancy:
$4,637.71/p CAD (This excludes prepaid
gratuities, air, transfers, and insurance.)
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3. Join me next July in Greece with Azamara Cruises
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I’m headed to Greece with my family next July, and I'm inviting my clients to come along. My husband and I will act as the Azamara Virtuoso Voyages host for the July 8, 2023 sailing onboard the Azamara Quest, roundtrip Piraeus for a Greece Intensive Voyage, for 7 days. I've already booked several clients to come along. And - besides me being the Virtuoso voyage host, and able to provide you some very special perks -like an onboard reception, a special perk that's at least an onboard credit (but could be a special hosted excursion as well) - there's also right now a really special 2 category upgrade right now. Which means you can get a balcony
cabin for the price of an interior cabin. I've confirmed several V1 balcony cabins for $6634.00 CAD for 2 adults. (excluding air, transfers, and insurance). But - this promo isn't guaranteed beyond Sept.30th - so - if it interests you, please contact me this week. Want to
join us? It's a Greece Intensive Voyage - July 8-15, 2023 You can see the ship here https://www.azamara.com/our-ships/azamara-quest Deck plan here https://www.azamara.com/our-ships/azamara-quest/azamara-quest-deck-plans This will give you an overview of a veranda stateroom https://www.azamara.com/our-ships/staterooms/club-veranda-stateroom
Azamara Always Included Amenities:
- Gratuities
- Complimentary AzAmazing Evenings® event or onboard Destination Celebration℠ - Select standard spirits, international beers, and wines - Bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees, and teas - Self-service laundry - Shuttle service to and from port communities, where available and more
... AUTHENTIC SERVICE & AWARD-WINNING ACCOMMODATIONS
Your boutique hotel at sea, the Azamara Quest® is a mid-sized ship with a deck plan that’s intimate but never crowded, and offers everything modern voyagers are looking for—plus some unexpected extras. Across the fleet, our authentic service goes beyond the expectations of even the most well-traveled cruisers. Friendly and approachable, our staff are
attentive, and happy to offer everything from poolside service to recommendations for your on-shore exploration. After all, we love sailing the world just as much as you do!
Re-imagined staterooms include modern amenities, furnishings, and European linens. Plus the ship features a large number of staterooms and suites with verandas, perfect for starting your day with fresh sea air and stunning views.
Add to all of that world-class dining options, spa experiences
to relax and refresh, and all-new entertainment offerings, you’ve got an onboard experience that’s matched only by the immersive cultural encounters we’ve got in store on shore.
Let me know if you'd like to go!
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Here are some recent Virtuoso Life issues for you to peruse. September / October 2022 - Virtuoso, The
Magazine
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5. The Body Holiday in St. Lucia
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Isn't it time to give yourself a break? Time to focus on your health? Healthy living and self-care. The pandemic has been brutal on us all. Time alone. Disconnected
from family and loved ones. Afraid all the time. And maybe eating too much junk. Drinking too much alcohol. Not exercising as you should? If that resonates with you, then it's time for you to go to The Body Holiday. Their motto is "give us your body for a week, and we'll give you back your mind." Sound good? Take 7 nights from Jan.29-Feb.5.23, and focus on you. Time for wellness. Time for St. Lucia's The Body Holiday.
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6. Preferred Hotel Programs - Jumeirah’s Passport to Luxury
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One of the things we love most about what we do is matching our clients tastes' with the greatest hotels in the world. And with our preferred status with these industry leading hotel brands it means our clients are instant VIP's with upgrades and special perks that you only get working with an elite partner. So, not only do we have the best rates, but more importantly you get an exceptional
experience over and above what you would booking direct or with a credit card. Today, I'll share a little about the Jumeirah’s Passport to Luxury. The Jumeirah’s Passport to Luxury is an invitation-only program that provides exclusive amenities to a hand-selected group of travel advisors in the Americas. Having won numerous international travel
and tourism awards, Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts are regarded as the most luxurious and innovative around the globe. The Jumeirah team will ensure that all your travel needs are not only met, but exceeded, with the finest service quality and attention to the little details which make every journey that much more memorable. JUMEIRAH PASSPORT TO LUXURY BENEFITSComplimentary daily buffet breakfast for two Complimentary room category upgrade at arrival, based on availability $100 food and beverage or spa credit, per room per stay Early check-in and 4:00 PM late check-out, based on availability Complimentary Wi-Fi Let me know if you'd like to work together on a specific holiday. For specific articles about why you should book with an advisor, rather than book by yourself, see here: Why Wouldn't You Do It Yourself Booking a Cruise Yourself vs With Advisor Booking Hawaii Yourself vs Through Advisor Booking Rocky Mountaineer Yourself vs With Advisor Hotel Programs Peninsula Fan Club Rocco Forte Knights Program The Belmond Bellini Club
Program Hotel Programs - Four Seasons Preferred Dorchester Diamond Club The Mandarin Oriental Fan Club Marriott Stars & Luminous The Couture by Langham Pearl Partner Oetker Rosewood Elite Accor Step & Fairmont Preferred Hotel Program IHG Hotel Program Hyatt Privé Program Small Luxury
Hotels Luminous Hotel Program A&K 100 Club Hilton Impresario
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7. Some Special Travel Offers
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I run my boutique travel agency, Lush Life Travel, as an affiliate of Vision Travel. Vision Travel is a Direct Travel company, and one of the largest Virtuoso luxury travel network partners. Here are some offers from partners of Lush/ Vision/ Direct travel as well
as the Virtuoso luxury travel network. Here are some offers from a few of our favourite travel supplier partners. Anniversary Savings with AmaWaterways - Free Airfare to Antarctica w Lindblad
Expeditions-National Geographic - Explore Great Continent + get FREE Airfare fr Miami PONANT - Solar Eclipse 2023 – Indonesia to Australia's Kimberley With
Smithsonian Journeys (16 Days) LUXURY CRUISE SALE WITH REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES Discover the Beauty of Alaska with Celebrity Cruises - Early Booking Savings with Explora Journeys Experience the Suite Life with Seabourn Double Stateroom Upgrade Offer with Azamara - You Deserve a Windstar Cruise - And now is the time with up to $1,000 Onboard Credit + our exclusive bonuses! Discover New Places with Collette - Explore the most exciting
destinations in the world with Collette and SAVE up to $250 per person + Our Exclusive Credits Save 10% with Insight Vacations -Enjoy 10% Savings when you book now and travel during the quietest times of the year Ireland - Add
castles and country estates to your travel list Lisbon & Northern Spain Thailand
Experience the land of smiles with special offers https://vmp.dmplocal.com/main/index.php?action=viewsenthtml&id=5974187&ids=8eb57055493abc4bd2c4f1740ddc62381d8bb213 Let me know
if you are interested in taking advantage of any of these special offers.
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8. Last Minute Galapagos Safari Space - Festive
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Due to an unforeseen cancellation, my partners now have prime space available at Galapagos Safari Camp over the festive holiday period. Dec 19th-24th, 2022: FIT space available for complete five night itinerary with three day yacht excursions included. Dec 20th-25th, 2022: Exclusive private villa and private charter yacht for a group of up to 6 guests, 5 night program
Let me
know if you want to try and catch the space, and go for an amazing festive holiday.
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When You Work with Lush Life
When you work with Sheila at Lush Life Travel, you get access to our in-depth knowledge, honed over 17 years experience in travel (with another 20 years in financial services). Atop our foundation of financial risk management skills; we have layered the bricks to build a wall of travel knowledge and relationships. We leverage all of our expertise to help you live your lush life through travel.
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Live a Lush Life - Travel!
Lush regards,
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