Spring & Summer vacations will be here before you know it!  Have you been thinking of where YOU would like to go?  Looking for something or someplace different or have a treasured spot you'd like to return to?  Let's talk--I really enjoy doing research for my clients (and remember, it doesn't cost you a thing!).  And, I work within YOUR budget! 

Here is just a sampling of the interesting adventures I'm planning for others:
  • A girlfriends' getaway to a Mexican all-inclusive resort in March (Funjet Vacations has some great packages including flights right now!)
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  • A 3-night Bahamian Cruise on the Disney Wonder OR a few days at a Walt Disney World Resort in March?  Decisions, decisions for a family of 4!  FYI, Disney has a great promotion going on right now:  Book a 5-night, 6-day (or longer) stay at participating Disney Resorts & receive a FREE $300-750 Disney Gift Card!  And yes, you can use it during your vacation at the Parks on just about everything--dining, merchandise, & recreation!
  • A couple vacationing in Ireland without the kids in February--there are some really cool, economical independent travel packages through Sceptre Tours.  They are looking at round-trip airfare for two, 7 nights of accommodations in Bed & Breakfasts (choose from B&Bs all over Ireland), full breakfast daily AND a rental car for under $2100 total!
  • Another girlfriends' trip, this time to Boston!
  •  A couple interested in a European river cruise and/or exploring Germany's Rhineland region, with a possible excursion to the landing beaches of Normandy.
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I hope you all had a wonderful holiday!  Our family certainly did, but we are ready to get the heck out of the house for a quick Chicago getaway before New Year's.  We're going to hit Navy Pier's Winter WonderFest and the Museum of Science & Industry's Christmas Around the World.  Remember, I can help YOUR family with accommodations & more for a quick getaway such as this too!

Over the holidays, I learned that my Mom has been VERY busy delving into our family's genealogy in Hungary and Romania.  She even put together some lessons learned/helpful hints for all of you who might be interested in researching your family's history-thanks, Mom! :)  Be sure to check out your local public library for assistance as well, as many of them offer classes. 

Now that the 'homework' is almost done, I am helping my Mom plan a Fall 2010 adventure to Hungary to visit many of the locations she's researched!  In fact, word has spread and she now has 2 or 3 other family members interested in joining her!  I'll be helping with accommodations, airfare, rail passes (more economical than renting a car and in some cases, 2-5 people can travel on ONE pass!), and excursions. 

But Mom, if you're really determined to go horseback riding in the Great Hungarian Plain, I might just have to come with you... :)
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About time, huh?  I finally added a selection of client and my own travel photos!  Look for even more trips, reviews, and details to be added in the future--there will be something new all the time!  If you have any questions or would like more information about anything you find in the Photo Gallery, just let me know.

I ask a favor of my clients when they travel-take photos of your hotel rooms or staterooms & public hotel or ship areas, so I can include them in the Photo Gallery!   Sometimes it is more helpful to see 'real-life' shots of these locations, as things might look a bit different from the perfectly-staged hotel photos. 

Click here to visit my new & improved Photo Gallery!

Coming soon to the Photo Gallery:
  • A couple is celebrating their anniversary at the luxurious, adults-only, and all-inclusive Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic at this very moment-can't wait to see the photos!
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How would you like to vacation in Greece, Italy, Egypt, or other amazing locations for under $1000, with only a $250 deposit?  It can be done through Cosmos, a value (i.e. affordable!) escorted tour brand! 

Here are Cosmos' best (land only) values for 2010-their packages save you around 30-40% vs. booking all the segments separately on your own!:
-Jewels of Morocco from $805
-Cairo, Alexandria, & the Mediterranean from $949
-Leisurely Tour of Turkey from $955
-Jewels of France from $979
-Prague, Vienna, & Budapest from $989
-Jewels of Spain & Portugal from $989
-Greek Odyssey from $995
-Tunisian Adventure (North Africa) from $995
-Magic of the Italian Lakes from $999
-British Panorama from $999
But what exactly does this price include? 

-Convenient & comfortable hotel accommodations:  Moderate First Class, First Class, or Superior Tourist Class
-Sightseeing with local guides
-Many meals
-Transportation in between cities (not airfare though, although they do run frequent airfare promotions!)
-Professional Tour Director
-LOTS OF FREE TIME!  Escorted tours certainly aren't what they used to be.

These tours are a hassle-free, comfortable, and affordable way to experience somewhere new & unfamiliar!
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Well, I'd have to say this is a pretty darn good deal.  Essentially you're getting TWO very different (yet still very Disney!) family vacations for the price of one!

Receive a FREE Disney Cruise Line 3-Night Bahamas cruise with the purchase of select Adventures by Disney departures!  Book by 1/15/2010 for travel with Adventures by Disney through 10/2/2010 and Disney Cruise through 12/15/2011.

Never heard of Adventures by Disney?  Well, that's probably why they are offering such a great promotion! :)  Here are just some of the eligible vacations available through this offer:

-Italy
-China
-Australia
-Alaska
-Grand Canyon
-Germany
-Costa Rica
-Canadian Rockies

Why travel with Adventures by Disney?  Click here to find out!
The 3-night Disney Cruise Line Bahamas Cruise is fabulous as well considering all of this is included:

-All meals
-Most non-alcoholic beverages (bottled water is additional)
-All entertainment, including movies, shows, the Oceaneer Club for the kids, pools, & parties
-A visit to & meal on Disney's own private island, Castaway Cay-the characters visit you on the island as well!
-Port fees

Our family is going on a Disney Cruise in January, so stay tuned for lots of details from that experience! :)
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Are you wondering what a I can do for you?  Not sure if I can help you with the intricacies of YOUR travel needs?  Seriously, no request is too big or too small for me to handle, so  it can't hurt to JUST ASK!  :)

I am working on a wide variety of travel itineraries at any given moment-take a look at what's on my plate recently! 
  • Several "Grand Gatherings" (8+ people) of family members at Walt Disney World.  FYI, as a Grand Gathering, you are eligible for some fun extra events and you can use your Disney Dining Plan meals for many of them!
  • A couple heading to two of my favorite locations, Munich & Vienna, planning to ride Falkor (from The Neverending Story-great movie!) at the Bavarian Film Studios (I didn't even know you could do that!).
  • Two sisters, their families, & their parents taking a Carnival Cruise to the Mexican Riviera next summer (now that is what I call quality family time!).
Hmm, I wonder what will be next? 
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