Welcome to Lush Life Travel's Sunday morning newsletter.
This week's newsletter will focus on:
1.Newfoundland
2. River Cruise Corner- Uniworld Top Cruise & Women-themed Cruise
3. Adventure Corner- Two journeys featuring The White Lotus
4. Wellness Corner - Improving Liver Health
5. Virtuoso Life - Some Recent Issues &
Newsletters
6. Preferred Hotel Programs- Couture by Langham
7. Special Offers from Lush Life, Vision/ Direct, Virtuoso
Let me know if you'd like to schedule a complimentary consultation!
1. Newfoundland
Visits home, to Newfoundland, are always over much too soon.
The outstanding scenery, welcoming people, terrific fresh seafood (and more), foot-stomping Irish & folk music, and
relaxing and slow pace of life gets in your soul.
2. River Cruise
Corner - Uniworld Top River Cruise & Women-themed Cruise
I'm thrilled that Uniworld has won top river cruise this year at Virtuoso Travel Week - sharing the gold, as it were,
as AMA Waterways won top river cruise 9 years in a row.
See the picture posted in the PaxNews article above - From left: Michelle Palma, EVP, sales, North America,
Uniworld; Sheila Gallant-Halloran, owner, Lush Life Travel; Ellen Bettridge, president & CEO, Uniworld.
Does a women-themed cruise that caters to solo travellers interest you?
Pricing is just about set, and there'll be an announcement soon.
Let me know - I'll be letting my "first
dibs" list have access to all the details as soon as we launch.
3. Adventure - Two journeys featuring The White Lotus
Have you watched "The White Lotus" TV show?
My partners at Abercrombie & Kent Italy invites you to explore Sicily's historic landmarks, ancient temples, and majestic cathedrals on two incredible tours, which include lavish amenities such as complimentary breakfast daily, luxurious
private transportation, and more.
Highlights of both itineraries include a visit to Castello degli Schiavi, a cable car ride up Mount Etna, and a yacht excursion in the Bay of Taormina, where your clients can experience the glamorous lifestyle portrayed in HBO's The White Lotus.
Abercrombie & Kent Italy's extensive network offers exclusive access to insider experiences and personalized concierge assistance through its unparalleled Guardian Angels service, ensuring that , as my client, you are in good hands.
Truth is, there is lots you can do to improve your health before, during, and after a wellness retreat - and carry the messages through your normal daily life.
Lately, we've been hearing more and more about the role of your liver in your wellbeing. There is lots of literature out there about the importance of improving liver health.
Here are a couple of articles that might interest you.
You may never stop to think about it, but your liver is essential to your life. If your liver stops working, so do you.
The liver is a resilient organ that’s easy to ignore – until something goes wrong. Because of its wide-ranging responsibilities, your healthy liver can come under attack by viruses, toxic substances, contaminants and diseases. However, even when under siege, the liver is very slow to complain. People who have problems with their liver are frequently unaware because they may have few, if
any, symptoms. Your liver is such a determined organ that it will continue working even when two-thirds of it has been damaged.
The Canadian Liver Foundation is bringing liver research to life by sharing what we learn from important research to help
Canadians protect their liver health and prevent liver disease in themselves and their loved ones. https://www.liver.ca/your-liver/
and here's another that talks about the importance of a healthy liver:
Your liver is a large organ that’s found in the upper right-hand side of your
abdomen. It has several functions that are critical to your health, including:
Detoxification. Your liver works to break down drugs, alcohol, and other harmful substances in order to clear them from your blood.
Bile production. Your liver produces a substance called bile that helps you digest fats and absorb vitamins in the food you eat.
Energy storage. Your liver can store extra glucose in the
form of glycogen, which can be converted back into glucose when you need additional energy.
Several substances and conditions can damage your liver and potentially lead to scarring. When scar tissue accumulates in your liver, it can replace healthy liver tissue. This means that your liver has to work harder to do its job.
In its early stages, it may be possible to reverse liver damage. In fact, there are
several ways you can help give your liver a rest and prevent permanent damage.
In this article, we’ll look at the steps you can take to improve the health of your liver.
A Dispatch from the Editors: Vegas, Baby https://e.virtuosoemail.com/a-dispatch-from-the-editors-vegas-baby-1691164301787?ecid=ACsprvv3T75R6uq5JmEaMjYD-vlbJaHrckl9yUXZMy39PLLarXMkRy-_DSmZdYBxZPGNC-wsYmnj
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Dispatch from the Editors: The Arts Issuehttps://e.virtuosoemail.com/a-dispatch-from-the-editors-the-arts-issue-5?ecid=ACsprvvUW_9OabEpgmd6L791-jD2fvNxUQ4fIjDw-fNbW61oqBWuniH-8I4Ls53BIw4jU1M4fW22
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 Belmond Bellini hotel partner around the world - see Couture by Langham
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. Some Special Travel Offers
I run my boutique travel agency, Lush Life Travel, as an affiliate of Vision / 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) 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.
