AMA Waterways 

7- Night Cruise With 3-Night Cairo Pre-Cruise, 7-Night Cruise Roundtrip Luxor, 1-Night Cairo Post-Cruise

AMA can now take you to a fascinating destination: Egypt. 

Allow yourself to be treated to a connoisseur’s discovery of this ancient civilization as only AmaWaterways can provide – with an unparalleled 11-night Nile River cruise and land experience that includes exquisite cuisine, authentic experiences and the extraordinary service for which AmaWaterways is renowned. 

Sail aboard the luxurious, newly designed AmaDahlia and explore ancient wonders, such as the beguiling Temple of Luxor and the mystifying Valley of the Kings and Queens. Plus, come face-to-face with the last survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Great Sphinx and the three Pyramids of Giza. 

This unforgettable itinerary includes exclusive experiences, such as a private tour of the tomb of Queen Nefertari and a private lunch at the Abdeen Presidential Palace. 

Uncover the many mysteries and secrets that have shaped Egypt’s past and continue to influence the future of this remarkable land.

https://www.amawaterways.ca/agent/lushlife/destination/egypt-river-cruises/2023/secrets-of-egypt-the-nile

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And - if you'd like to consider some river cruises to spots beyond Egypt, here are a couple of ideas to tempt you.

Avalon Waterways:

From the fragrant lavender fields of Provence to the fruit-forward bouquets of Burgundy, Avalon Waterways combines all the ingredients for a perfect cruise along the Rhône. And along the way, you will be introduced to undiscovered ports of call for their very own Tour (make that cruise) de France! Plus, travelers receive exclusive Virtuoso benefits from Sheila during the journey.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sheilagallanthalloran/travel/luxury-cruises/sailings/16472342

American Queen:

America’s rivers are better by paddlewheel https://vmp.dmplocal.com/main/index.php?action=viewsenthtml&id=6123684&ids=4e71ffb049d84407dda47fa8656e4718c719af87 

Is it time for a new adventure?

Egypt is on my mind, as I'm working on several trips for clients.

I have several clients doing an expedition with Lindblad Expeditions in the New Year. Legendary sites of antiquity and a Nile voyage 

Here's an overview: 

Discover the many facets of Egypt. Stay in the finest accommodations, sail the Nile’s grandest ship, and go with top Egyptologist guides and a certified photo instructor. Explore all the must-see sites—from the great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, to Karnak Temple in Luxor, to monumental Abu Simbel built into a hill by Ramses II, to colorful artwork in seldom-visited tombs of Seti I and Nefertari. Along the way you’ll meet proud, welcoming people in a land whose history has touched us all. See the ways of life along the Nile and learn the stories of the people who live here. Modern Egypt is also fascinating, and there is a spirit of optimism here that indicates things are improving greatly.

• Explore the great sites of Ancient Egypt, from the pyramids and the Sphinx to the Valley of the Kings and Abu Simbel, and learn about contemporary life 
• Travel with a certified photo instructor at your side who will give you timely tips in the field to make sure you go home with top photos
• Sail aboard the privately chartered, 42-guest Oberoi Philae, one of the finest ships on the Nile, and stay in remarkable hotels in Cairo
• Fly within Egypt aboard chartered aircraft to help you make the most of your time and ensure your comfort
• Choose an optional extension to Jordan, to add Petra and some of Jordan’s exceptional other sites to your experience

Besides an expedition with Lindblad Expeditions, such as this trip

https://www.expeditions.com/itineraries/passage-through-egypt/

I have some clients joining small groups

The Great Pyramids of Giza and countless other treasures have beckoned the curious to Egypt for more than two millennia. Today, travellers on Egypt tours still come to this mysterious destination in search of its iconic ancient wonders — the magnificent royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, Pharaonic temples of the Nile and Luxor, the largest open-air museum in the world — swept by the sands of time, yet still in a remarkable state of preservation.

On an A&K luxury Egypt tour, uncover the story of this enduring destination and experience Egypt travel like never before — in total luxury and always with true experts at your side. Cruise the fabled Nile in style on award-winning luxury Sanctuary Nile River cruise ships, disembarking at A&K’s private docks in Luxor and Aswan for convenient access to Egypt’s most famous sites. Travel in the company of the region's best Egyptologists and trust that every step of your Egypt vacation is supported 24/7 by our experienced global network, including six local offices in Egypt.

A&K guests have a choice of impeccably crafted Egypt tours, including our classic Luxury Small Group Journeys and ready-to-book Signature Journeys as well as privately guided and fully customized Luxury Tailor Made Journeys, such as https://www.abercrombiekent.com/travel-destinations/middle-east-luxury-travel/egypt

Here's another company I work with that offers escorted tours https://www.tauck.ca/tours/jewels-of-the-nile-egypt-tour

And, I am also working on customized land experiences that are built specifically for them, with shorter 3-4 night Nile cruises incorporated. Here are some ideas of private travel type of itineraries https://www.abercrombiekent.com/tours/signature-series/2023/egypt-nile-river-cruise-on-sanctuary-sun-boat-iv-private-tour  

I am working on a couple of different trips for clients this week with my feet-on-the-ground experts in Egypt to build the best private travel for them.

But, of course, when I work with you on a trip, we dig into why you want to visit Egypt (or another destination) and how you want to travel. It's only by working with you and getting to know you and how you like to travel that I can recommend the right product for you, and matchmake you to the proper travel supplier if it's a pre-existing trip - or - built it and tailor it completely to suit your needs and interests.

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And - if you'd like to consider adventure travel to spots beyond Egypt, here are a couple of ideas to tempt you.

Experience It All With An Expedition

Embark on an expedition adventure and discover the beautiful continent of Antarctica with Quark Expeditions and Intrepid Travel. If you are looking to explore other sides of the world, Abercrombie & Kent's expedition cruises will take you with all the luxury and style that you deserve.

Below are our best offers for the month of October.

Once in a Lifetime Snow Hill Experience with Quark Expeditions - Experience the expedition of a lifetime, into the heart of Emperor Penguin kingdom.
https://www.visiontravel.ca/sheilagh/en/cruise/14350/Once-in-a-Lifetime-Snow-Hill-Experience-with-Quark-Expeditions

Save up to 30% on Antarctic Adventures with Intrepid Travel Explore the end of the Earth with Intrepid Travels' latest offer on 2022 & 2023 Antarctic voyage savings!

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Luxury Expedition Cruises with Abercrombie & Kent Explore the far corners of the earth on a luxury expedition cruise and save up to $4,000 per stateroom! Plus, save up to 75% on the Single Supplement on select 2023-24 Luxury Expedition Cruises

https://www.visiontravel.ca/sheilagh/en/active/14135/Luxury-Expedition-Cruises-with-Abercrombie-Kent

I was proud to be a mentor for the Virtuoso] Wellness Travel Community. I finished my 3rd presentation for advisors today, and had completed one for travel partners earlier.

It was a great opportunity to share my enthusiasm for wellness travel, and I learned lots from other advisors and partners along the way too.

And I can leverage all that knowledge and those relationships with travel partners around the world to help you travel better, and embrace your wellness.

After 2.5 years of the pandemic, we all want to move from surviving to thriving. And just like Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, we are ready to move up the scale from physiological to safety to love and belonging to esteem to self actualisation.

I’ve just watched Dan Harris’ “Ted talk” from earlier this week about “The Benefits of Not Being a Jerk to Yourself” - and it was so wonderful to hear that message that the journey to self compassion begins with “having your own back.”

It’s time to focus on you. And wherever you are on the Maslow hierarchy for wellness, I got you covered.

Hotel spa - check in and bliss out

Wellness retreat - recharge in awe-inspiring landscapes (or maybe a river cruise that takes you off your couch and moves you through cities far and wide)

Fitness camp - fully commit and time out from the rest of the world

Spiritual retreat - have a meangful escape that transcends the physical body

It’s time to restore your balance and rediscover inner peace.

And you can make one small change that will reverberate through your life- and the 7 dimensions of environmental, emotional, physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, and occupational aspects of your life.

One small change now. The Kaisen Way.

Let me know if I can help you travel, immerse yourself in a new destination, and rediscover yourself.

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. 

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.

The Rocco Forte Sir Rocco’s Knights program is an exclusive, invitation-only network of high-end travel advisors from around the world. Thanks to our status as Sir Rocco’s Knights, you enjoy special value-added benefits at all Rocco Forte hotels and resorts worldwide.

​Take advantage of the offers below, which include the Rocco Forte standardized amenities: ​

• Daily complimentary full American breakfast for two each day
• USD 100 Hotel Credit per stay, or local equivalent
• Upgrade of one category, based on availability at time of check-in
• Early check-in, late check-out; subject to availability
• Complimentary high speed WiFi
• Personalized welcome

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  ,Jumeirah’s Passport to Luxury , The Kempinski Club 1897

Follow in the footsteps of Roald Amundsen and other intrepid explorers who first discovered the White Continent with Seabourn’s Antarctica Exploration expedition 
https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sheilagallanthalloran/travel/luxury-cruises/sailings/16147666/antarctica-exploration-25jan2023-07feb2023