Month: December 2023
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The BEST Way to Celebrate Christmas on Curacao
I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas, if you celebrate, and a wonderful day off for those who don’t. I wrote a few weeks ago about things you didn’t know about Christmas on Curacao. The last point on the list was the island-wide annual Santa Run. Recently, I had the…
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Debunking 4 POPULAR MYTHS About Using a Travel Agent
I’ve written previously on why using a travel agent is advantageous and a few readers reached out to me about their hesitations using travel agents. When I reached out to my friends and family to announce that I had become a travel advisor recently, I heard the same hesitations –…
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15 Reasons You’ll LOVE Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo
Ever since the premiere of the new season of HBO’s The White Lotus, interest in traveling to Sicily has skyrocketed. Scenes from the show depict a charming hilly setting where tourists ride Vespas on the winding roads and the turquoise blue waters is always in sight. There are scenes of…
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5 Interesting Things You Didn’t Know About Christmas on Curacao
Living in the Caribbean, you wouldn’t think that Christmas would be a big deal. After all, it’s 85 degrees outside and the image of palm trees and sandy beaches don’t inspire much Christmas spirit. When I moved to the island I was surprised to find that this holiday is in…
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EVERYTHING You Need to Know About This LUXURY Caribbean Hotel: Amanyara
Known for their open concept contemporary design, Aman hotels have paved the road for luxury travelers looking for a chic and tranquil experience with an emphasis on wellness no matter the destination. The Aman brand has such a following that many travelers will ONLY stay at their properties and refer…
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A Touch of England in Boston: The Langham Review
Christmas in Boston can be a magical experience. In December of 2023, I had the pleasure of staying at the Langham Boston located in Boston’s Financial District. This unique building, previously the Federal Reserve Bank, was the perfect base for exploring downtown Boston. I would stay here again and recommend…
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5 Reasons You Should Use a Travel Agent
Travel agent is an outdated word. These days, I see labels such as: travel advisor, client manager, travel planner, and trip designer to describe what was once the travel agent. Gone are the days of the old AAA agents with their crusty travel magazines on their office coffee table. We…
