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Travel News for the Week of October 5

By October 6, 2024Blog

Hi Everyone,

If you sail Norwegian Cruise Line you will find a new program on January 1.  Their Free at Sea promos are going away.   They are introducing More at Sea, an inclusive package that offers more premium-brand alcohol, more specialty dining meals, and more minutes to use the ship’s WiFi.

If you have to renew your passport sthis will be good news.  Passport processing times have decreased to 4-6 weeks.  That is down from 6-8 weeks.   That updated processing time applies to applications submitted on paper or online.

When going through TSA the last thing you want is to have your bag pulled aside for secondary inspection.   Smarte Travel published a list of  common things that might trigger a closer inspection by TSA officers. Although all of these items are legal, they could look suspicious:

  • Food   Items like blocks of cheese, sausage, bread, peanut butter are dense and can look like explosives.
  • Powders Large amounts of items like protein powder, baby powder, certain spices. At the very least pack them at the op of our bag for easy access.
  • Books and Magazines At the very least pack them at the top of your bag for easy access.
  • Cords and Chargers  Many people travel with cords for their electronics. Do yourself a favor and  neatly pack your cords and charges separately.
  • Large quantities of gels and liquids  Bringing large amounts of things like sunscreen , toothpaste or lotions in your carry on  will increase your chances of a secondary screening and remember that there is a limit on liquids and gels. They must follow the 3-1-1 rule that mandates 3-4 ounces or less and must fit in one quart size ziplock bag.-Smarter Travel 9/17/24 

 

 

 

 

2025-26  Tours and Sailings

May 3-11,  2025  Paris and Normandy River Cruise.   This cruise will begin and end in Paris.   Cruise from Paris through Normandy’s countryside, uncovering its many charms: Chateau de La Roche-Guyon, the medieval capital of Rouen, Monet’s beloved home in Giverny and the famed Normandy beaches.  Experience a different side of Northern France’s history with a tour of the majestic palace of Versailles, once home to Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.   Uniworld River Cruise.  Call for wait list info.    Uniworld

May 30-June 7, 2025 Columbia & Snake Rivers   Board your river cruise ship in Portland, Oregon and cruise to  Clarkston, Idaho on a 9 day, 8night  journey.  On your journey you will  visit Ft. Clapstop, Mt St. Helens,  Cross the “Bridge of the Gods” and admire Nulnomah Falls. You’ll end your cruise in Clarkston to fly home from Lewiston Idaho.- American Cruise Lines  

September 5-16, 2025  America’s National Parks. This is a repeat of one we’ve done before but it is one of my favorites.  We will tour  Salt Lake City, the Tetons, Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion Canyons, and Mt. Rushmore among other places.  Ready for deposit now. Email me for a brochure.   Collette

September26-October 8, 2025. Peaks of Europe: The Alps to The Dolomites featuring France, Switzerland, Liechtenstein.     Postcard-perfect vistas and storybook villages. Rolling hills and the crisp scent of fresh mountain air. There is nothing in this world quite like the Alps. You’re on your way to explore Europe’s iconic peaks and valleys on an invigorating journey through France, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria and Italy. , 2025.   This trip is full. If you would like to get on a wait list, please contact me.

Coming: April , 2026  Tulips and Windmills River Cruise  From the canals of Amsterdam to the belfry of Bruges, you’ll discover the best of the Netherlands and Belgium. Stroll through colorful acres of tulips at Keukenhof Gardens to get a sense of the Netherlands’ extraordinary connection to these blooms. Wander through the picture-perfect villages of Veere, Hoorn and Enkhuizen, and the enchanting outdoor Zuiderzee Museum and much more.  Deposit now.

 May 20, 2026.  Empires of the Mediterranean. 

Join us on this spectacular cruise with Viking Cruises.  This 10 day, 9 night cruise will cruise the Adriatic and Aegean taking in all the riches of this fables region.  On an exploration bookended by Venice and Athens, discover the ancient ruins of Olympia, and the Acropolis. Explore the medieval warrens of Zadar, Dubrovnik, and Kotor. Delight in the beauty of Corfu and for the first time, Viking will take us to Koper for an in-depth exploration of picturesque Slovenia.   Deposit now.

 

Coming September, 2026.  Sicily and Southern Italy.  

It isn’t  time to book, but contact me to get on the interest list

Have a great week!

Lynn

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