Welcome to Lush Life Travel's Sunday newsletter. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving last week, and are enjoying a terrific autumn!
This week's newsletter will focus on:
1.Baja Bound?
2. River Cruise Corner -Wellness on Water
3. Adventure Corner- Fogo Island Inn to See Eclipse
4. Wellness Corner - Miraval Berkshires
5. Virtuoso Life - Some Recent Issues & Newsletters
6. Preferred Hotel Programs- IHG Hotel
7. Special Offers from Lush Life, Vision/ Direct, Virtuoso
Let me know if you'd like to schedule a complimentary consultation!
1. Baja Bound?
Whale watching, anyone? Maybe you should be Baja Bound?
My partners at Lindblad Expeditions have some amazing offers to go.
Vivid with life, Baja California is one of the planet’s best places
to see whales. Witness an unforgettable marine spectacle,
as we enter the birthing lagoons of the California Gray Whales
and observe these majestic creatures and their newborn calves
up close. With more than a third of the world’s marine mammal species at home in Mexico's biodiverse Gulf of California,
we’ll also search out pods of dolphins, flying mobula rays, boisterous sea lions, and much more.
Join us this winter to discover a magical region—blissfully remote, yet close to home. Now with some exceptional savings on air, extensions, solo travel and more.
2024 WINTER WHALES SAVINGS PACKAGE: $500 AIR CREDIT, HOTEL STAY OR 50% OFF BLUE WHALE EXTENSION, PLUS SOLO AND GROUP SAVINGS
$500 Air Credit: Receive $500 per person credit, deducted from cabin fare prior to any additional applicable savings with the
purchase of cabin fare.
Extend Your Stay: Enjoy a complimentary pre- or post-voyage hotel stay in Loreto, Mexico or 50% off a 2-night Loreto Blue and Fin Whale extension with the purchase of cabin fare for eligible departures. Valid on select
departures, for new bookings only, subject to availability, may not be combined with other offers, and is not applicable on airfare. Call for details.
Waive Solo Premium: Waive the solo premium on solo cabins on select departures.
4th Guest Travels Free: Bookings of three full-paying guests may bring a fourth person for free. Offer applicable only on bookings of two double-occupancy cabins, and second cabin must be in same category or lower as first
cabin.
Wake up among the gray whales on our 5-night Wild Baja
California Escape aboard National Geographic Sea Bird and National Geographic Sea Lion, the only ships small enough to enter and anchor in the birthing lagoons.
"Wellness on Water” river cruise focused on women travellers (although husbands are welcomed to come along - the cruise itself will be the regular set up with excursions - just some of the morning talks will be focused on women.).
Please note that I have a 50% reduction in the solo supplement for 10 cabins.
This means that the
pricing is like this now for a solo occupancy cabin: EXTRA SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR SOLO TRAVELERS -
ONLY 10 SOLO CABINS WITH THIS REDUCED PRICING: Classic cabin – normally is
$10,649 cad now is ==> $7,927.32 if you deposit. (but becomes ==> $7,671.60 if you pay in full.) Deluxe cabin – normally is $11,999 cad now is ==> $8,973.57 if you deposit. (but becomes ==> $8,684.10 if you pay in full.) French
Balcony- normally is $13,499 cad now is ==> $9,206.07 if you deposit. (but becomes ==> $8,909.10 if you pay in full.)
If you are a past passenger with Uniworld, there is another discount of $250.
I do have double occupancy cabins too, of course - bring a sister, cousin, or friend. I also have a solo share program. See https://lushlife.ca/pricing/
This seven-night Danube River cruise, which caters to solo female travellers, sets sail from
Budapest on Oct. 4, 2024, and heads to Nuremberg before finishing its voyage in Prague on Oct. 13, 2024.
And I'm getting some press attention - which is leading to some quick sales.
Here's an interview with Pax News:
“After emerging from the isolation of the pandemic, many of my clients want to reclaim their power,” said Sheila Gallant-Halloran,
owner of Lush Life Travel.
“This cruise offers a perfect gathering for mothers and daughters, sisters, and friends. However, solo women travellers are also welcomed to come travel alone, together. I have negotiated some reduced solo supplements for solo cabins. And
I’ve also crafted a ‘solo share’ program, so solo women can share a cabin.”
An onboard fitness center, wellness classes and curated excursions are available to all travellers onboard.
Boutique-style rooms include handcrafted Savoir beds, and guests will have access to unlimited premium spirits and wines, as well as five-star farm-to-table cuisine.
From left: Michelle Palma, EVP, sales, North America, Uniworld; Sheila Gallant-Halloran, owner, Lush Life Travel; Ellen Bettridge, president & CEO, Uniworld.
Let me know if you'd like to attend our virtual event coming soon on October 26, 2023 06:30 PM
Lush Life & Uniworld
- Women-themed River Cruise : Join Sheila Gallant-Halloran of Lush Life Travel with Ernie Balint of Uniworld River Cruises to learn about the new Women-themed River Cruise - Delightful Danube & Prague in October 2024
3. Adventure Travel Corner - Fogo Island Inn to See Eclipse
As an ex-pat Newfoundlander, I'm immensely proud of my home province - and proud of what the folks at Fogo Island Inn have done in creating this luxury five-star hotel.
Now my friends at Fogo are inviting guests to come for
the full solar eclipse.
The Great North American Eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024, sweeping across the continent from Mexico to Canada. Eclipse chasers and skywatchers are invited to travel to one of the four
corners of the Earth to witness this awe-inspiring solar event at Fogo Island Inn, while taking in the astronomical wonders of the star-glittered skies above this island, off an island, on the wild North Atlantic coast.
Guests at Fogo will be joined by
the ESA/Hubble & James Webb Space Telescopes Chief Science Communications Officer, Bethany Downer, and former NASA aerospace research engineer, Dr. Tom Edwards. Join friends at Fogo from April 6-10, 2024, when our hosts will help you appreciate this remarkable celestial phenomenon by sharing their expertise, stories and experiences, lead astronomy-related activities, and enrich your experience with perspectives of how space research
enhances our lives.
(Reminder: It's not advisable to look directly at the sun without proper eye protection. It's only safe to view the eclipse with the naked eye during totality.)
This storied corner of Massassachusetts is often called bucolic. Peaceful. Idyllic, even. What better place for a Miraval Resort?
In winter, spring, summer, or fall, the Miraval's newest location promotes a profound feeling of wellbeing. From the hush of fresh snowfall to the crunch of autumn leaves; from the fresh new
beginnings of spring to the relaxed pace of seemingly endless summer days, Miraval Berkshires invites you to slow down.
To notice and appreciate the spectacular here and now. There’s
no better place to practice mindfulness than here in the beautiful Berkshires.
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 IHG Hotel Program partner around the world - seeIHG Hotel Program
For specific articles about why you should book with an advisor, rather than book by yourself, see here:
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.
7. Special Offers from Lush Life, Vision/ Direct, Virtuoso
I run my boutique travel agency, Lush Life Travel, as an affiliate of Direct Travel. As Direct is one of the largest Virtuoso luxury travel network partners, I get access to some terrific offers for my clients.
You'll notice the migration over to a Direct Travel (rather than Vision Travel, of old) as we move forward. (Direct bought
Vision.)
Here are some offers from a few of our favourite travel supplier partners. Let me know if you'd like to book one of these holidays
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.
So, schedule a consultation - and - don't forget to complete this Pre-consultation Survey The call can't be confirmed without it.
