This week, I travelled to Toronto to attend the Canadian Travel Market Place at the Delta Toronto Airport and Convention Centre. 

What a jam-packed day to fly in to Travel Market Report conference for the day. It was terrific to see travel colleagues, catch up with travel supplier partners, learn what was new and emerging in the world of luxury travel, learn about some of the newest promotions and offers for you as my clients, and, of course, and spend the day working on my business.

I met with AMA Waterways, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Tauck, Avalon, Scenic and Emerald Waterways, Viking, Croisi Europe, American Queen, and Riviera. Since I'm a river cruise expert, that took a lot of my time and energy to ensure I was up on the latest developments.

I also met with Windstar, Regent, Oceania, NCL, Explora cruises, and Seabourn cruises.

And I met with reps from Tourism Boards and destinations, as well as tour companies like Goway and Southern World (and Globus and Insight, etc.) who can help me build customized trips, and team Canada for Virtuoso Luxury travel network, as well as ACTA (Association of Canadian Travel Agencies), and Travel Market Report trade publication.

We focused on building experiential experiences for clients, matching clients to the best experience for them, and how to resolve problems if and when they arrive.

Lush Life & AMA Exclusive Promos - Join Sheila of Lush Life Travel as she shared her recent experiences on AMA Waterways Captivating Rhine in November 2022, and Colors of Provence in March 2023 - and - show attendees will get access to some of Sheila's exclusive promos with AMA Waterways.

Sheila sailed from Basle to Amsterdam in November, and from Lyon to Arles (with an add on in Paris) in March.

Join Sheila to learn more about why river cruising is so popular - and - why AMA should factor into your river cruise plans.

Like good food and wine? We got you covered with fantastic food and wine onboard, and even wine-themed river cruises.

Like wellness programs and active excursions? We got you covered too with a fitness area, bikes onboard, and a wellness host.

And with some great exclusive offers, why not sail in 2023 - or even 2024, or 2025?

Contact for questions:
sheila@lushlife.ca

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIodOuvqjwpGtRn6xPmN8aCLuBO_plY6ptS#/registration

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.

See the special programs I'm affiliated with below, and let me know if you’d like to discuss a specific hotel stay. Such as at a Small Luxury Hotel partner around the world - see Small Luxury Hotels   ;

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

See some additional detail on these preferred HOTEL PROGRAMS

A&K 100 Club ;  Accor Step & Fairmont ,  Belmond Bellini Club Program ;  

Couture by Langham;  Dorchester Diamond Club;  Four Seasons Preferred, 

Hilton Impresario;  Hyatt Privé Program; IHG Hotel Program ;  

Jumeirah’s Passport to Luxury , Kempinski Club 1897; Luminous Hotel Program ,

Mandarin Oriental Fan Club; Marriott Stars & Luminous , Pearl Partner Oetker;  

Peninsula Fan Club , Preferred Hotel Program ; Rocco Forte Knights Program 

Rosewood Elite ; Small Luxury Hotels 

And - I wanted to let you know about a new way for you to book hotels online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week... You can now browse and book hotels online https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sheilagallanthalloran/travel/luxury-hotels  at your convenience – and what’s more, you’ll still receive all the usual benefits you get when I book your travel - including full service, preferred rates, and exclusive amenities.  And once you make a booking, the information comes directly to me so I can follow up with you about additional services or whatever else you may need!

It’s perfect for last minute getaways, weekend breaks, or other short trips! I’m sure once you try it you’ll agree you get the best of both worlds; the ease and convenience of online booking – plus the value and VIP treatment I know you love. As long as you don't need me to provide any additional services or assistance, you can book hotels yourself with my Virtuoso partners, and I will waive normal booking and management fees. (If you need additional assistance after the booking, normal fees will apply.)

One point, though - if you're looking to stay at week at a Four Seasons partner around the world, say, having me book your holiday through my Four Seasons preferred partners directly (rather than you self-booking through the Virtuoso.com booking engine link above) will bestow additional benefits that I can leverage as a preferred Four Seasons partner. So, let me know if you want to book a Four Seasons, but I can get some extra benefits and "love" for you. 

Of course, this Virtuoso.com booking link and the benefits of you booking yourself, if you choose, doesn’t change any of the services I already offer. I’m still available in person to book hotels and take care of your other travel needs. Just know you now have access to this VIP online hotel booking option now, too.

I'm here when you need me.