Live Your Lush Life - Travel!  Hello, !  đ˘ Think Cruising Isnât for You? Expedition Cruising Might Prove You Wrong.  Welcome to this week's newsletter. If youâve ever said âcruisingâs not my thing,â youâre not aloneâand you might be exactly who expedition cruising was made for. Forget what you think you know about cruises. These arenât floating cities filled with slot machines and deck-chair scrambles. Expedition cruises are built for the curious, not the
conventional. These small shipsâoften carrying fewer than 150 guestsâare designed for nimbleness and intimacy, not mass-market appeal. Think of them more like research vessels with five-star hospitality. And instead of Broadway shows, youâll get front-row seats to natureâs most awe-inspiring performancesâguided by scientists, naturalists, historians, and photographers. Where Can You
Go?How about kayaking past glaciers in Antarctica, snorkeling with sea lions in the GalĂĄpagos, or cruising through Norwayâs dramatic fjords? With Lindblad Expeditions, you can explore
destinations that most travelers will only ever dream aboutâfrom the biodiversity of the Amazon to the penguin-packed shores of South Georgia Island. These are once-in-a-lifetime journeys that deliver meaning, connection, and wonder. Worried Youâre Not âAdventurous Enoughâ?Last week, we highlighted how as long as you can step into a bathtub and walk a mile, youâre likely a great fit for
an expedition cruise. (See https://lushlife.ca/%f0%9f%9a%a2-what-exactly-is-expedition-cruising-and-is-it-just-for-hardcore-adventurers/ .) Getting into Zodiacs (the large rubber boats that take you to shore) isnât
something you do aloneâthereâs a trained team ready to help with a steady âthree-point holdâ every step of the way. These journeys are designed to be accessible, not intimidating. Canadians: This Is Your MomentRight now, Canadian residents can save 35% on select Lindblad Expeditions voyages. This is one of the most generous offers we've ever seen from Lindbladâand itâs only available for a limited time. Why the Shift to Expedition Cruising?As I recently shared in Travelweekâs latest feature, more and more travelers are skipping the crowded tourist trail in favor of experiences that are personal, purposeful, and profound. Big world events have reminded many of us that we only
live onceâand that the time to explore is now. So, if you're dreaming of penguins in South Georgia, ancient temples in Egypt, or wildlife encounters youâll remember foreverâletâs talk. Expedition cruising might just be the adventure you didnât know you were missing.Â
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 đAntarctica | Bucket Lists Arenât Meant to Wait âThat âelbows upâ patriotism is translating into meaningful, memory-rich travel. Iâm seeing clients actively avoid U.S. transits and
lean into experiences that offer depth, connection, and perspective â like river cruises, expedition voyages and small ship luxury cruises.â  đŹ I was honoured to share these thoughts with Travelweek in their recent article on why Canadian travelers are embracing the moment like never before.
 đ Thank you to editor @kathrynfolliott and @travelweek for including me in this important conversation. (See https://www.travelweek.ca/news/destinations/big-world-events-remind-people-that-they-only-live-once-why-its-been-a-busy-summer-for-canadas-travel-advisors/ )  âď¸ From AmaWaterways to Windstar, Lindblad to Explora, Ponant to TahitiâIâve seen clients say âyesâ to last-minute splurges, milestone anniversaries, and once-in-a-lifetime journeys. Itâs clear: people arenât putting off their dreams anymore.  đ That photo?
Thatâs my husband Bill and me, bundled up on a Zodiac in Antarctica, in front of a towering iceberg. The stuff of lifelong memories. Â If youâve got a âsomedayâ trip on your heart, nowâs the time. â Sheila
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www.lushlife.ca | Virtuoso Profile  đ This Weekâs 4 Travel CornersEach week, we bring you insights from four inspiring corners of the travel worldâdesigned to spark ideas, fuel your wanderlust, and keep you in the loop on whatâs possible next:  River Cruise Corner â Explore the best of river cruising with itinerary highlights, ship spotlights, and insider tips.  Adventure Travel Corner
â From safaris to polar expeditions, get inspired by journeys that push the boundaries of exploration. Â Wellness Travel Corner â Discover retreats, resorts, and experiences that help you relax, recharge, and reconnect. Â Come Travel With Me Corner â Join one of my upcoming hosted group trips and experience the world with fellow curious, like-minded travelersâcrafted and guided by me. Â Where will your next
corner of the world be? Letâs find out together. 1. River Cruise Corner - đś A River Cruise That Hits All the Right NotesThink Mozart in Salzburg, a live choir echoing through Melk Abbey, a private concert in Viennaâand youâre gliding
between them on a luxurious Danube river cruise.  AMA Waterwaysâ Best of the Danube â Celebration of Music is more than a vacationâitâs a musical journey through the heart of Europeâs most storied cities. And yes, you can book it online and still have me as your advisor.  2. Adventure Travel - đď¸ This Isnât a Hotel RoomâItâs a Front-Row Seat to F1 HistoryIf youâve binged Drive to Survive, hereâs your chance to live it.  Imagine waking up in a penthouse suite with the Monaco harbor at your feetâand Formula 1 cars screaming past just beyond your balcony.  Explora Journeysâ ultra-luxe Monaco Grand Prix cruise is one of the most exclusive race
experiences in the world, and space is almost gone. With 5 days docked in the heart of the action, Grandstand or Paddock Club tickets, and next-level luxury throughout⌠this is your ticket to the inner circle. 3. Wellness Travel: đż Craving a True Reset? This Expedition Is Natureâs AnswerRainforest air. Warm Caribbean waters. Sloths in the canopy, toucans overhead, and coral
reefs below.  This isnât a beach vacationâitâs a soulful immersion into the wild beauty of Panama and Colombia with Lindblad-National Geographic. And with 35% off for Canadians, thereâs never been a better time to go. 4. Come Travel with Me Corner   đ Travel With Sheila: Quebec & Newfoundland Adventure â Fall 2026đ Montreal to Montreal | September 25 â October 9,
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đł Aboard Windstarâs elegant Star Pride Ready for a once-in-a-lifetime coastal journey through Canadaâs rugged Atlantic beauty? Â Join me on Windstarâs Quebec and Newfoundland Adventure, an
itinerary so unique itâs only being offered once. Weâll sail from Montreal into dramatic fjords, charming fishing villages, and wild northern coastlines, with golden fall colors painting the landscape along the way - and to my home province of Newfoundland! Â This is a boutique-style cruise with Windstarâs signature small-ship
comfortâintimate, immersive, and all about the destination. đ View the full itinerary, pricing, and availability here Âť Â Thereâs limited space, and this itinerary is in high demandâlet me know if youâd like to reserve your spot and travel with me!
 ⨠Four Directions of Travel InspirationEach edition of our newsletter brings you four curated travel insights to spark your wanderlust and keep you in the know. Hereâs what to expect:  In the Spotlight - From client journeys to industry features, see how Lush Life Travel is creating memorable adventuresâand making headlines along the way.  Virtuoso Travel Inspiration â
Handpicked features from Virtuoso Life, Virtuoso Traveler, or Virtuoso Insightâideas that transport you. Â Elevate Your Stay â A weekly look at standout hotels from our preferred partner network, plus the VIP perks you receive when booking with Lush Life Travel. Â Exclusive Offers â Special promotions and insider access available only through Lush Life Travel, a proud affiliate of Direct Travel and top Virtuoso producer. Â This section is your one-stop compass for ideas, upgrades, and exclusive opportunitiesâall designed to help you live your lushest travel life. Â
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Enjoy this recent edition of Virtuoso Life, Insider's Guide, and Virtuoso Dispatchâpacked with award-winning travel inspiration and insightsâall complimentary from me to you. Happy exploring!  Wild Ireland  Greener pastures.
âThe real reason to come to Ireland is to have your heart caught by surprise,â writes Virtuoso, The Magazine contributor Kim Brown Seely, who recently spent time roaming the countryâs west coast. Between meeting peregrine falcons and enjoying dinners with a
healthy dose of Irish butter (if you know, you know), those surprises found their way into her trip. Read more below, then keep scrolling for a French Riviera beauty and comedian Rachel Dratchâs travel picks.
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Unlock Exclusive Perks for Your Luxury Hotel Stay  Did you know booking your luxury hotel stay through me unlocks exclusive perks and amenities? Hereâs a sneak peek at how I can elevate your next getaway: See exclusive perks  As a Virtuoso luxury advisor, I leverage top-tier programs like Four Seasons Preferred Partner, Belmond Bellini Club, Rosewood Elite, and many more to ensure
your stay is nothing short of extraordinary.  See some additional detail on these preferred hotels. See VIPâing You at My Preferred Hotel Programs  While I
specialize in river and expedition cruises, as well as bespoke trips to Africa and Australia, Iâm happy to book luxury hotels for my clients. Hotel-only bookings are subject to my professional fees, outlined here: Fee Schedule. Â đť For Last-Minute Stays
If youâre planning a quick trip and donât need VIP services or concierge add-ons, you can self-book luxury properties through my Virtuoso website: Browse & Book Hotels Online. Self-booking waives my fees, but if
additional support or VIP services are required later, standard fees will apply.  đĄ Still Wondering Why Book with an
Advisor?  This week, we feature:  Jumeirah Burj Al Arab  Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is part of the Jumeirah Group and is
located on Dubai most renowned beach, Jumeirah Beach. Soaring 321 meters, Burj Al Arab is the world's tallest all-suite hotel. With its helipad on the 28th floor and a restaurant seemingly suspended in mid-air, the hotel has already become a landmark and icon on the Dubai skyline. The sail façade represents a true technical challenge, featuring a double-skinned Teflon-coated woven glass fiber screen. It is the first time such technology has been used in the world.  Burj Al Arab offers highly personalized service for every traveler, enhanced by private reception desks on every floor and a brigade of exclusive butlers.  Within each of the 198 duplex suites, sweeping floor-to-ceiling
windows frame captivating views of the sea, richly appointed interiors blend Arabian artistry with modern elegance, and range in size from 170 sqm to 670 sqm.  How about some 24k gold coffee too?Â
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8. Exclusive Offers  As the owner of Lush Life Travel, a boutique travel agency affiliated with Direct Travel, Iâm delighted
to bring you access to exclusive offers through Direct Travelâs status as one of the largest Virtuoso luxury travel network partners. Â Here are some fantastic opportunities from a few of our favorite travel supplier partners: Â Â DESTINATION of the week: Anguilla SMALL OCEAN CRUISE Partner of the week: Seabourn Private
Sale RIVER CRUISE Partner of the week: Avalon Douro River Canadian Offer EXPEDITION CRUISE Partner of the week: Aurora Expeditions Solos TOUR PARTNER of the Week: Rocky Mountaineer Canadian Offer HOTEL of the week:  Hotel Mitsui Kyoto Japan LUXURY experience of the week: Private Iceland Tour  I have some offers and information on all these weekly partners. Click the button to see more.Â
Unlock Your Lush Life through Travel
At Lush Life Travel, youâre not just booking a tripâyouâre unlocking 20 years of travel expertise paired with 20 years in financial services. My focus on detail, risk management, and a network of trusted relationships ensures your journey is seamless, unforgettable, and uniquely yours. Â Hereâs to creating defining moments and living your lush life through travel!
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