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Hello, ! Welcome to Lush Life Travel's weekly newsletter. In this week's newsletter, we'll focus on: 1. Ireland is Waiting 2. River Cruise Corner - Enticing Douro 3. Adventure Travel Corner-The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection 4. Wellness Travel Corner - Redefining Indulgence 5. Testimonial of Week- Hal Norway 6. Join Me - Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent 7. Virtuoso Life - Some Recent Issues & Newsletters 8. Preferred Hotel Programs- Can You VIP Me? & Hotel of Week 9. Special Offers from Lush Life~ Direct affiliate & Virtuoso partner Let me know if you'd like to schedule a complimentary consultation!
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 1. Ireland is Waiting
Ireland is waiting, all year long
Bring a bit of magic to your life with a trip to the Emerald Isle, where authentic experiences and local connections can be found in any season. Spend the
holidays in Ireland with festive feasts and fireside toasts or enjoy scenic hikes and rounds of golf during the spring and summer. Whenever you travel, you'll be treated to the country's famous historic gems and culinary delights.
Connect me as your Virtuoso travel advisor for special savings at select hotels and resorts. Plus, receive exclusive amenities like breakfast daily, a $100 credit, an upgrade (if
available), and more. https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sheilagallanthalloran/travel/destinations/europe/ireland The K Club
Celebrate the holidays with a three-night stay featuring cheery meals and entertainment. Virtuoso exclusive amenities include a guaranteed upgrade, $100 food and beverage credit, and more.
More › https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sheilagallanthalloran/travel/luxury-hotels/6163713/the-k-club Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate
Enjoy 10% off stays of three nights or longer, with exclusive Virtuoso amenities like a complimentary round of golf, traditional afternoon tea for up to two, and more.
More › https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sheilagallanthalloran/travel/luxury-hotels/15977212/glenlo-abbey-hotel-estate
Don't miss this year-round destination https://e.virtuosoemail.com/dont-miss-this-year-round-destination?ecid=ACsprvsHMGDG9IKCzbSL-q56FOTCvSq9qNtlTr0xLVU58Hdoiqvn3MEWmpYDeRTWtmr0VYiUbZVt
2. River Cruise Corner - Enticing Douro Here's a five
minute feature that takes you on the World Unesco listed heritage Douro river. This journey on the AmaDouro takes you roundtrip between e Porto with a 3 night pre stay in the capital city of Lisbon with AmaWaterways ... leading the way in luxury river cruising Friday's Five Minute Feature highlights their Enticing Douro. To reserve your spot on this cruise please get in touch with me for available dates and the best promotions. See details of the itinerary here -https://www.amawaterways.ca/agent/lushlife/destination/europe-river-cruises/2025/enticing-douro And, I can extend to you an offer for new bookings only if made this week
with me. I can extend a 5% off the voyage fare (for the cruise, before port fees) to either one couple, or one solo passenger. (Kindly note, you have to call me to get this private sale. You cannot book on my AMA website or through AMA directly.) My normal cruise booking and management fees would still apply. Get in touch with me to get on this cruise and get all of the best prices and promotions. #AskSheila sheila@lushlife.ca  3. Adventure Travel Corner -The Ritz-Carlton Yacht
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4. Wellness Travel Corner - Redefining IndulgenceCommanding views, plush linens, expansive dining areas, private fitness rooms, fireplaces, and full kitchens fit for your inner celebrity chef … this is the suite life at the world’s best hotels and resorts. It’s about distinction in the details for the discerning traveler. And when you plan with a Virtuoso travel advisor, your welcome will be warmer, and more indulgent, than
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| Suite’n Your Stay Newport Beach, California Live your California dreams and enjoy the suite life tucked away in a Pendry Newport Beach residence with 15% savings and a $100 resort credit per stay. Use your credit towards several experiences,
including signature dining, drinks at Bar Pendry, treatments at Spa Pendry, and more. |
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Mountain Sanctuary St. Moritz, Switzerland The ultraluxe Carlton Hotel St. Moritz’s Penthouse is the destination’s largest suite, at more than 4,000 square feet, with panoramic views mountain views, 3 bedrooms, a spacious lounge area, a
kitchen, and 5 terraces. Virtuoso guests receive a $100 spa credit. |
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Live Unforgettably Beverly Hills, California Soak up the good life with a complimentary 3rd night in your artfully appointed suite at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills through Dec 2024. Conceived by interior design legend Pierre-Yves Rochon, each is
styled with rich wood, tall windows, and views of picture-perfect Beverly Hills. |
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Suite Experiences Barcelona, Spain Capture the golden glow of Almanac Barcelona with a suite stay. Select suites come with special benefits, including an in-suite check-in, a personalized welcome amenity, a free transfer if staying in a Terrace
or Penthouse Suite, an exclusive $100 dining credit, and more. |
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Discover Los Cabos La Ribera, Mexico Spend more time experiencing the beauty of Los Cabos where the desert, mountains, and sea collide. Every 4th night is complimentary through Dec 20 at the secluded, beachfront Four Seasons Resort and Residences Los Cabos at
Costa Palmas on Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula. |
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Caribbean Escape Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Make yourself at home, elevate your stay, and experience The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos’ residential suites and penthouses with breathtaking oceanfront views. Sink into holistic spa
treatments, stroll the powdery white-sand beach, and truly unwind in your seaside oasis with exclusive amenities. |
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Let the Pampering Begin Worldwide Step into your spacious Suite, Penthouse, or Family Villa on a Norwegian Cruise Line voyage and enjoy dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows with seascape views, or relax on your balcony and feel the sea breeze. Book
select sailings by Sep 30 to receive an exclusive $300 shipboard credit. |
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Sink into Bliss Sonoma, California Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa’s suites offer the very best in Sonoma luxury. Inspired by the natural elements of this historic region, every suite is designed with total relaxation in mind. Now, in
addition to Virtuoso amenities, extend your stay with a free 3rd night. |
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Legendary Flair London, United Kingdom Go big at Bvlgari Hotel London, where you’ll receive an additional hotel credit when booking a suite for at least 2 nights. Swim in the Vicenza stone swimming pool, indulge in a luxury movie night in the
screening room, and enjoy light-hearted revelry and craft cocktails at Nolita Social. |
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Exclusive Enclaves Park City, Utah Indulge in your favorite comforts of home where the mastery of Utah’s landscape is elevated. Relax in the living room by the fireplace in a Pendry Park City Residence and save 15% when booking 3 or more
nights. Plus, receive breakfast daily, a $200 hotel credit to use as you wish, and more. |
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Coastal Living Bal Harbour, Florida Situated at the intersection of art, fashion, and design, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort (a Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond property) offers an unrivaled South Florida vacation. Stay 3
nights and save 20% on your stay in paradise, where pristine sands stretch into the Atlantic. |
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Home Away from Home Montego Bay, Jamaica Perfect for families and friends, Half Moon, Jamaica offers an ultimate escape in their new villas with up to 30% savings at Founders Cove, Rose Hall Villas, and Eclipse through Dec 17. The self-catering
Rose Hall Villas boast 5 to 7 bedrooms, a private pool, a dedicated staff, and more. |
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 5. Testimonial of the Week - HAL Norway!
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It’s so rewarding to receive wonderful #ClientTestimonials , such as this one from my
longtime client, JC.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️HAL Norway!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Sheila always checks in to make sure everything is in place for my trips. She’s really on top of it."
🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠
Thank you, JC for
taking the time to leave some wonderful and kind comments on my @virtuosoltd verified client feedback site. I truly appreciate it.
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6. Join Me - Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent Want to consider joining me and my husband Bill on the Journey to
Antarctica: The White Continent!
 7. Virtuoso Life Issues
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 8. Preferred Hotel Programs - VIP Me? & Hotel of Week
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Travel advisors, like me, often have access to a range of exclusive perks and amenities when booking luxury hotels. Here are some special perks I may be able to provide when you book your hotel stay through me: - Room Upgrades: I often have relationships with hotel management (particularly luxury hotels), allowing me to secure room upgrades at the time of booking, ensuring a better view, larger room, or added amenities.
- Complimentary Breakfast or Credits: I can negotiate special perks like complimentary breakfast, spa credits, dining credits, or
other perks that enhance the overall stay.
- Early Check-In and Late Check-Out: Through my connections, I may be able to negotiate early check-in or late check-out times, providing more flexibility with your schedule.
- Special Amenities: I may be able to arrange for special
amenities in the room upon arrival, such as welcome gifts, champagne, or personalized touches to make the stay more memorable.
- Priority Access and VIP Treatment: I can secure priority access to facilities like spas, restaurants, or events within the hotel, ensuring a more exclusive and VIP-like experience.
- Customized
Experiences: I can arrange unique experiences tailored to your interests, such as private tours, exclusive excursions, or special events within the hotel premises.
- Concierge Services: I can often offer personalized concierge services, ensuring your preferences are noted and catered to throughout your stay, from restaurant
reservations to special requests.
- Flexible Booking and Cancellation Policies: I may be able to negotiate more flexible booking terms or cancellation policies, providing peace of mind in case plans change unexpectedly.
These perks often go beyond what is
available through standard booking channels, adding significant value to the overall luxury hotel experience. I am a Virtuoso luxury advisor, Four Seasons preferred partner, and member of preferred hotel programs like Belmond Bellini, Rosewood Elite, Accor Luxury Step and Fairmont Famous Agent, Leading
Hotels, etc., etc. I rarely book hotel only reservations for clients (I specialize in river and expedition cruises, customized trips to Australia and Africa), I have ways to leverage my relationships to benefit my clients. Hotel only bookings are subject to my normal professional fees. https://lushlife.ca/2022-fee-schedule/
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See some additional detail on these preferred HOTEL PROGRAMS And if you're wondering, here are some blog posts about why you should book with an advisor, rather than book by yourself, see here: Note: There is a stop gap measure if you are planning a last minute trip, and you only need a hotel stay. If you do not require my assistance, or VIP'ing, or add ons like transfers, concierge service, etc., you can self-book luxury properties on my Virtuoso
website. You can now browse and book hotels online https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/sheilagallanthalloran/travel/luxury-hotels at your convenience. (If you self-book hotels, I will waive
normal booking and management fees. But if you need additional assistance after the booking, VIP'ing, transfers, concierge assistance, etc., and/or the hotel stay is part of a larger holiday, normal professional fees will apply.)  HOTEL OF THE WEEK! Kempinski Budapest
udapest: this monarchical city of Central European charm reveals a multicultural past in Europe, rich with Roman, Renaissance, Turkish, German and Austrian impressions, and Hungarian culture’s rare ability to fuse
these interactions into its own unique identity. Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest’s own ever-evolving wealth of diversions within reflects the diversity without. With a lifestyle and gourmet hub on its ground floor, it offers recently redesigned and refreshed modern-style suites and rooms. At Gastronomy Quarter Downtown Budapest, the first Central
European Nobu restaurant serves new-style Japanese cuisine. ÉS Bisztró is a contemporary brasserie for updated Hungarian-Viennese specialities. The Living Room is inspired by the local “Kaffeehaus” culture of old. Blue Fox The Bar mixes classic and creative cocktails.. Kempinski The Spa has recently undergone a comprehensive upgrade and redesign
to make it the ‘go-to’ spa in Budapest. To recharge and rejuvenate, Kempinski The Spa has selected VOYA’s travel- and wellbeing-inspired treatments to provide luxurious beauty care. Facilities also include a gym offering the latest technology equipment, a heated pool with counter-current jets and a neck massage stream, aromatherapy and Finnish saunas, a Kneippbench, a steam bath and a tepidarium for relaxation. One of a
kind in town, Kempinski Corvinus owns a corporate collection of Hungarian contemporary art. Most of the works adorn the rooms and suites, while others are available to view in public areas. Open round the clock, the Gallery on the Promenade shows curated modern Hungarian art. Further facilities: Nobu dishes are available 24 hours a day via in-room dining; the underground car park accommodates 210 vehicles; an electric
vehicle charging station is available; a gift and flower shop for all your gift-giving needs, complete with Clef’s d’Or Concierge desk and Lady in Red customer service. Children Policy at Kempinski Hotels - Children under six years of age may share their parents’ room at no extra charge. Baby cots or extra beds are provided free of charge. For more
than one child, it might be necessary to reserve a higher room category depending on the number of persons allowed in the appropriate room type. - Children between 6 and 12 years of age benefit from a 50% discount on the extra bed charge.- Breakfast is complimentary for children under six years of age.- Children between 6 and 12 years of age benefit from a 50% discount on the breakfast charge.- No benefits for children
above 12 years of age. Kempinski The Spa policy The minimum age for use of the gym and wellness area is 16 years. Children below 14 years of age may use the swimming pool and relaxation area if accompanied by an adult and respecting the comfort of other guests. Virtuoso AmenitiesFor 2024:
- Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability
- Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per
bedroom, served in the restaurant
- Virtuoso Guests may select an amenity of one of the below (selection to be specified at time of booking):
- Taste of Hungary In-Room Amenity: The world-wide famous Hungarian wine, Tokaji Aszu, Paprika powder, Traditional Hungarian embroidered coasters, Macarons inspired by Hungarian flavors
OR - $100 USD Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not applicable towards NOBU restaurant, not applicable towards minibar or room
service; not combinable, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
 9. Special Offers
from Lush Life, a Direct affiliate & Virtuoso partner
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. 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 Lush Life
When you work with Sheila at Lush Life Travel, you get access to our in-depth knowledge, honed over 18 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.
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Live a Lush Life - Travel!
Lush regards,
Sheila Gallant-Halloran
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