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There are Christmas markets in Europe, and there are river cruises…what do you get when you combine the two? A Christmas market river cruise, that’s what! Cookies, gingerbread, warm mulled wine – celebrate the festive season on Europe’s might rivers.

Have you always dreamed of a river cruise? Listen up and plan your own. We can help!

Elizabeth – Sandy – Laura – Donna – Lindsay

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We are always on the lookout for new, beautiful resorts to send our clients to, and last year, a new resort opened in the Riviera Maya that has been setting the bar for what a luxury all-inclusive resort can be. This winter, Elizabeth and her husband spent a couple of nights here and so tonight we thought we would ask her what she thought!

Have you always dreamed of a boutique resort in front of an azure ocean? Listen up and dream!

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The Panama Canal is a bucket list for many avid cruisers. Built by the United States in 1914, the approximately 40 mile canal was turned back over to Panama in 1999. It connects Panama City on the west side to Colon on the east. Kim cruised with Norwegian Cruise Line, and was also able to visit 9 additional ports on her 14 night cruise, and we can’t wait to hear about it, so let’s get started!

Do you have a destination in mind to travel to where animals are involved?

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Anywhere you travel on this planet, you can rest assured that there are native animals where you are going.  From sea life to wild life, there is always something to see and do when traveling.  Some involve interaction and some are observing from afar. This week we are talking about some of the more unique experiences that you can have on your journey. 

Do you have a destination in mind to travel to where animals are involved?

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Jamaica is one of our favorite Caribbean destinations, and you’ve heard us chat about it before. With gorgeous beaches and stunning natural beauty, this island has something to appeal to everyone. And if you’ve only visited on a cruise, you’re missing out! Recently Sandy was able to visit Ocho Rios and Negril, and she’s here to give us an update!

If you have been to Jamaica, what is your favorite place?

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Ah, adult tropical beverages, those fruity libations, with or without umbrellas. Who doesn’t long for one now and again? In this episode, Outlander agent Lindsay tells us about her love of tiki bars, whose cocktails are designed to serve a bit of Polynesia in a glass (or a cute collective mug). Listen in and learn about these bars in the San Francisco bay area that are designed to invoke memories of a mythical bygone era.

Have you actually been to a Tiki Bar? Do tell!

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When we think of Bali, most think about Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical South Pacific.  There is so much more to Bali than just a beautiful volcanic island paradise.  Bali is an island in the country of Indonesia, located east of Java in the Indian Ocean.  With a rich cultural history in the region, Bali offers a great deal for tourists and pilgrims alike.  83% of the island practices Hinduism and it is obvious everywhere you go.  Bali has become a haven for wellness seekers, scuba divers and foodies.   This week we explore the exotic and beautiful Bali.

Let us know if you want to go to Bali!

Elizabeth – Sandy – Laura – Donna – Lindsay

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In  1928, a young man named Antonio purchased a rowboat to transport visitors across Lake Lugano, Switzerland. Who would have thought that this single rowboat would launch one of the world’s leading travel companies? In the 50s the Globus family of brands continued to enlighten travelers by showing them the very best of the destinations we know so well. The Globus portfolio had expanded from Switzerland and Italy to the French Riviera, Scandinavia, Holland, Belgium and England. Innovation was a key ingredient in this success.

Early in the decade, Globus developed the first “circular tours,” designed as a more complete travel experience and enhancing the convenience of motorcoach touring. Antonio and his business partner, Werner, also pioneered the concept of Grand European Touring by offering first-class European tours, which became the cornerstone of the company’s entry into the U.S. market in the late 50’s. Now with his son Sergio by his side, Antonio and the company continued its rapid growth. In the 60’s, the company launched its Cosmos arm, which featured affordable, value-priced European touring for the cost-conscious traveler. These coach tours were so successful that Cosmos soon introduced another form of travel: air holiday packages to the sunny destinations of southern Europe. Then in the 80’s, Globus truly became worldwide, selling in Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Destinations expanded, too, adding Africa, the South Pacific and Asia to its array of vacations in Europe, North and South America.

In 2003, both Avalon Waterways and Monograms were introduced, adding river cruising and independent travel to the Globus Family of Brands. Combined, Globus, Cosmos, Monograms and Avalon Waterways carry over 500,000 passengers a year, making the organization the leading operator of guided vacations worldwide. We are so excited to have our friend Eric Kelly Business Development Manager with Globus  with us tonight to share with us more about  the many options for travel Globus offers and to highlight some of their newest offerings. Welcome Eric!

Would you like to take a tour? Let us know!

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Launched in 1998, the renowned, 5+-star m/s PaulGauguin was built specifically to sail the waters of Tahiti, French Polynesia, and the South Pacific and is the longest continually operating year-round luxury cruise ship in this enchanting destination. No other luxury ship in history has offered this level of single-destination focus and expertise on a year-round basis for such an extended period of time. Designed specifically to glide through the shallow seas of the South Pacific, The Gauguin is the flagship of Paul Gauguin Cruises and a small-ship cruiser’s dream. She delivers travelers to intimate ports inaccessible to larger cruise ships, all the while providing an onboard experience that is nothing short of luxurious.Just a few short weeks ago our fellow Outlander Agent Lindsay was able to experience life aboard the Paul Gauguin first hand and she is here to share a little of her adventure with us.

Is Tahiti a dream trip for you? Let us know!

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When the United States reestablished relations with Cuba in 2015, there were lots of questions about what it would be like with U.S. citizens and residents finally getting to visit. Back in Episode 94, Lindsay told us about her experience with Fathom cruises (which are no longer available). US relations with Cuba have evolved in the past couple of years, and Sandy was recently able to visit with Royal Caribbean on the Majesty of the Seas, and we can’t wait to hear about her experience!

Have you been to Cuba? Dying to go? Let us know!

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