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Norwegian Prima & the Haven Review. Beth Schulberg of Cruise & Travel Specialists sits down with Ken to review her recent voyage aboard Norwegian's newest ship, the "Prima". Beth and Ken Norwegian Cruise Line Prima and The Haven - Is it WORTH IT? Beth Schulberg of Cruise & Travel Specialists joins Ken to discuss the unique features of the ship, and just how well-suited Norwegian is for multigenerational cruising. Of particular interest is Norwegians novel concept of ships with in ships known as the Haven. Is it really worth it and if so who is tit best suited for? This exclusive and secluded area of the "Prima" is dedicated to those guests looking for the luxury cruise experience of a small 300-passenger luxury cruise line but with the option to enjoy the plethora of features aboard a 3000-passenger ship such as the many dining options, stage shows, and on board activities that appeal across all generations. In keeping with multigenerational cruising, Beth details the many on board activities that appeal to the younger generation such as racetracks, virtual reality experiences, and of course, waterslides. The "Prima" being the first in Norwegians new class of downsized ships, Beth enlightens viewers on Norwegian's history of being a trendsetter in the cruise industry.

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Top Tips for an Amazing Costa Rica Adventure Vacation. Chris Archer owner of Good Life Travel Group joins Ken to discuss options to discover the beauty of Costa Rica on an epic adventure vacation. A veteran of Costa Rica travel with many trips to this destination, Chris describes in detail a 12-day vacation his family enjoyed exploring the interior of Costa Rica. Discover activities such as jungle zip lining, river rafting, hot air ballooning, and more. Chris describes the many great national parks such as Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, and Manuel Antonio Beach. Accommodations range from three star all the way up to five stars such as the The Springs Resort and Spa in Arenal. Watch for travel tips including: who this vacation is best suited for, the time of year to go, local customs & more. And at the end of the interview, Chris previews his upcoming escorted group vacation on the Columbia and Snake Rivers.

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Travel insurance Canada. What you need to know! Ken's special guest is Lola Vassiliadis, owner of Cruise Holidays of Oakville and Cruise Holidays of Lawrence Park.

Lola joins Ken for an in depth discussion about the benefits of buying travel insurance in Canada and who in her opinion has the best travel insurance options for Canadians looking to travel in Canada and abroad.

Lola and Ken touch on a broad range of topics and travel insurance tips such as: do I need to buy travel insurance · when you should purchase it in your vacation planning process · what is cancel for any reason coverage and what you need to know about it · what are pre existing conditions and how it will affect your travel insurance coverage · what is the cost of travel insurance and · what you can do to reduce the cost. All of this plus many more tips for buying travel insurance as a Canadian traveller

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Oceania Vs Azamara! are they luxury or deluxe? and one of them claims to have the finest cuisine at sea. Luxury travel advisor Bob Shaffer of Vacations by Cruise & Travel Experts joins Ken to delve into the question: is Oceania actually as luxury cruise line or do they compare more to Azamara? And just how do you define these two cruise lines in today's market? Bob takes time to 1) review the restaurants onboard Oceania Cruises and his favorite dishes; 2) what you can expect on board both Azamara and Oceania; 3) plus one of the unique destinations to which they sail. Of particular interest Bob gives us a history of the R-Class ships that both lines have in common and what to expect with regard to stateroom size when you select an R-Class ship - a good cruise tip for guests coming on board for the first time. Hint: the staterooms run small as compared to the O-Class for Oceania and other premium cruise lines. Bob also previews the upcoming ships for Oceania the Oceania Vista and the coming A Class. Bob explains why he is partial to Oceania Cruises for his guests but advises that you will have a great experience on both. And finally, a cruise tip to remember when looking at either of these cruise lines: the benefits of having an expert travel advisor in your corner.

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Oceania Cruises Tips in the Caribbean Choosing a shore excursion. Travel expert Roy Suthons of Cruise Holidays Lawrence Park joins Ken to review his recent Caribbean cruise with Oceania Cruises aboard Oceania's "Riviera". Check out the link below for the full interview.

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Is Holland America the ideal cruise line for your next cruise? Why is it that the fans of Holland America and their Mariner Society members are some of the most loyal cruisers returning the Holland America time after time? Real Travel Experts Rich and Linda Skinner of Cruise Holidays of Woodinville join Ken to answer these burning questions. Having sailed with Holland America many times, sold thousands of cruises and as well as having worked as a public relations director for Holland America. Rich and Linda bring great insight to this phenomenon. All of this plus cruise tips and advice for first time cruisers looking to experience Holland America Line.

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Avalon Waterways FAQ's, Ann-Marie Gaudet co-owner of Cruise Holidays Select joins Ken to answer frequently asked questions about river cruising and river cruising with Avalon Waterways. River cruising has increased in popularity year after year according to Ann-Marie. And Avalon Waterways and their fleet of Panorama Suite Ships are among the top three river cruise lines that she recommends for her clients. They offer some of the best European river cruise itineraries as well as other destinations such as Asia, the Galapagos, and the Amazon. Ann Marie provides river cruise tips and answers to such FAQ's such as: Are there solo staterooms? How does Avalon compare to Viking river cruises and others? What's Included in your fare? The onboard entertainment? What type of guest Avalon Waterways is a good fit for? and more.. Discover how the panorama suite design is unique to Avalon Waterways and is one of Ann-Marie's favorite features. And finally, where does Avalon Waterways rank in terms of cost as compared to other popular lines and what are the most stand out features of Avalon Waterways.

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First Time Cruiser? TOP 15 MUST-ASK Questions & Answers Real Travel Expert, Tim Hersh of Cruise Holidays of Topeka joins Ken to answer questions from viewers considering a cruise for the first time. Embarking on your first cruise? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this video, we answer the Top 15 MUST-ASK questions every first-time cruiser has, plus some bonus questions to make your voyage smooth sailing! From activity planning to dining options, we'll help you prepare for an unforgettable adventure!

Join us as we navigate through crucial concerns like formal wear, beach towels, laundry services, and more. Whether you're traveling solo, with a partner, or with family, this video will guide you through every step of your journey, ensuring you create memories that will last a lifetime!

Travel Insurance What You Need to Know Ken is joined by Melissa Feenstra, owner of Feenstra Travel, to discuss travel and trip insurance: why you should buy travel insurance, what happens if you have to make a claim, and what to expect for the overall cost of the protection. Melissa details the importance of protecting your vacation investment, highlights a few of the circumstances which a traveler may not consider when deciding whether of not to purchase travel insurance. Ken inquires about credit card travel and trip interruption coverage. Can your travel advisor file a claim for you? Melissa details what a travel agent can and can not do on behalf of a client and identifies who pays your claim. What is cancel for any reason coverage and is it any good? And finally, Melissa details both the importance of purchasing coverage that protects your entire trip and ensuring that you know the limitations of your policy and the terms of coverage

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Top Tips for an Amazing Costa Rica Adventure Vacation. Chris Archer owner of Good Life Travel Group joins Ken to discuss options to discover the beauty of Costa Rica on an epic adventure vacation. A veteran of Costa Rica travel with many trips to this destination, Chris describes in detail a 12-day vacation his family enjoyed exploring the interior of Costa Rica. Discover activities such as jungle zip lining, river rafting, hot air ballooning, and more. Chris describes the many great national parks such as Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, and Manuel Antonio Beach. Accommodations range from three star all the way up to five stars such as the The Springs Resort and Spa in Arenal. Watch for travel tips including: who this vacation is best suited for, the time of year to go, local customs & more. And at the end of the interview, Chris previews his upcoming escorted group vacation on the Columbia and Snake Rivers.

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Contact Good Life Travel Group: [email protected]

Good Life Travel Group Website:​ https://goodlifetravelgroup.com/

Chris's Columbia & Snake River Cruise: https://goodlifetravelgroup.com/escorted-vacations/escorted-colombia-snake-river-cruise-acl/

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