Brightline, the Florida rail line, has just announced new Florida service. Service will start this year to connect Orlando with existing stations in Miami, Aventura, Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach.
Pickleball seems to be everywhere these days. Celebrity Cruises has announced that they will join a growing number of cruise lines offering pickle ball courts on their ships.
We have all watched as the storms in California the last few weeks were displayed on the evening news. If you are planning a trip in the near future to the California State Parks or National Parks, please know that they had problems as well. Yosemite will partially reopen this week but the storm damaged roads and facilities so there are parts of the park still unavailable. Yosemite was not the only park damaged so it would be prudent to call ahead for the opening schedules for any California State or National Park to inquire about their status before visiting.
Cruise lines will sometimes offer a promo that includes prepaid gratuities. Those gratuities cover tips for housekeeping and dining room staff members: waiters, room stewards, etc. They also cover people they you don’t see like the people who wash your bedding. Those gratuities do not cover tips for bar service, spa service, or gratuities for local guides and drivers. Some cruise lines automatically tack 15-20% onto bar and spa bills. Some also add automatic gratuities to your check at the extra-fee restaurants on board. If you don’t include prepaid gratuities to your reservation before sailing, the cruise line will generally include the gratuities on the bill you receive the last night of the cruise. Some upscale cruise lines just include gratuities in the price so you don’t have to worry about them at all. It is important, though, to recognize that the people onboard the ship are usually hustling around trying to make life easier for you so however you take care of the gratuities, know that they are really important to the people taking care of you.
Fuller Travel Tours, 2023-2024
May 21-31,2023 Delightful Danube and Prague. Begin your trip with two nights in the beautiful city of Prague and then be taken to your ship, the S.S. Beatrice for your cruise on the Danube. You’llvisit Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Spitz, Vienna and Budapest. This is a beautiful cruise-Uniworld
June 17-23, 2023 Viking Cruise on the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Viking
September 6-13, 2023 Rhine Getaway Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. Viking
September. 10-18, 2023 Painted Canyons of the West Highlights… Colorado National Monument, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah’s Scenic Byway 24, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1131375 Collette Vacations. If you are interested in this trip, please let me know. I will need to return any unsold seats this week!
September 30- October 14, 2023 Spain’s Classics and Portugal Highlights include Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia, Valencia, Paella Experience, Granada, the Alhambra, Seville,Cordoba, Madrid, Prada Museum, Toledo, Elvas, Lisbon, Belem Obidos and much more. Call me for availability! Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1103746
2024
May 3-12, 2024 Milan, Venice and the Jewels of Veneto Spend 2 nights in the beautiful city of Milan before boarding the ship, the S.S. LaVenezia, in Venice. While in Milan, you will have an opportunity to take a city tour and also view DaVinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Once aboard your ship you will enjoy all that Venice has to offer but the ship will also take you to many of the Venetian Islands such as Burano (my favorite), and Torcello. you will discover Chiogga, a charming port loved by fisherman.You will also have a choice of exploring Vincenza or Padua. Savor the wines and cuisines of the region every step of the way. I only have 10 rooms for this sailing. Uniworld
May 12-22, 2024. Countryside of the Emerald Isle. If you have traveled to Ireland and loved it, this is part two. If you have never been to Ireland, this is an amazing journey that will instill that love for the Emerald Isle. This is not the same tour that we normally do. This explorations tour is limited to 24 people going slightly off the beaten path. We will fly into Dublin and then head south. We will head to the National Stud Farm where you will see amazing thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Stand at the rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached. Visit the coastal town of Kinsale to enjoy the shops and galleries before heading to the Old Midletown distillery, home of Jameson Whiskey. Visit the Garnish Islands and move on to Dingle where you’ll enjoy a drive along the Dingle peninsula. Take a ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran islands. where we will spend an amazing night. See the Cliffs of Moher from a ship before ending our trip in Ennis and flying home from Shannon. Truly a spectacular trip. Maximum number of passengers is 24 so don’t delay if you are interested. I have a copy of the Zoom meeting we held this week to explain this trip. Contact me if interested in viewing. Collettehttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1149854
Coming soon: September,2024: Lourdes and Fatima with Barcelona. Please let me know if you’d like to be notified when we get our dates and pricing.
The reconstruction of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is going fast enough that it should be ready to open at the end of next year, less than six years after a fire ravaged the Cathedral.
If you are taking the family to Disney World this year, AllEars.net has a tip for you. There are some electrical outlets and built in USB ports hidden in an area themed to the movie, Tangled, just steps from It’s a Small World in Fantasyland. It’s one of only two inpark mobile charging stations at Walt Disney World. the other is located near Pete’s Silly Sideshow. This is more important than you might think at first glance. You will need your mobile app, My Disney Experience, where you can manage Genie+, make dining reservations, access your hotel room, and much more. The last thing you’ll want is a dead phone. You can also find a FuelRod station where compact portable phone batteries are available for purchase. There are also outlets to be found built into the bars at the park’s restaurants and lounges like the Nomad Lounge in Animal Kingdom.-allears.net
The latest eruption at Kilauea’s summit has paused after 61 days of volcanic activity. the U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists said Tuesday that lava was no longer flowing on the crater floor of Halemaumau, where all recent volcanic activity had been confined.-AP
Fuller Travel Tours, 2023-2024
May 21-31,2023 Delightful Danube and Prague. Begin your trip with two nights in the beautiful city of Prague and then be taken to your ship, the S.S. Beatrice for your cruise on the Danube. You’llvisit Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Spitz, Vienna and Budapest. This is a beautiful cruise-Uniworld
June 17-23, 2023 Viking Cruise on the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Viking
September 6-13, 2023 Rhine Getaway Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. Viking
September. 10-18, 2023 Painted Canyons of the West Highlights… Colorado National Monument, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah’s Scenic Byway 24, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1131375 Collette Vacations. If you are interested in this trip, please let me know. I will need to return any unsold seats this week!
September 30- October 14, 2023 Spain’s Classics and Portugal Highlights include Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia, Valencia, Paella Experience, Granada, the Alhambra, Seville,Cordoba, Madrid, Prada Museum, Toledo, Elvas, Lisbon, Belem Obidos and much more. Call me for availability! Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1103746
2024
May 3-12, 2024 Milan, Venice and the Jewels of Veneto Spend 2 nights in the beautiful city of Milan before boarding the ship, the S.S. LaVenezia, in Venice. While in Milan, you will have an opportunity to take a city tour and also view DaVinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Once aboard your ship you will enjoy all that Venice has to offer but the ship will also take you to many of the Venetian Islands such as Burano (my favorite), and Torcello. you will discover Chiogga, a charming port loved by fisherman.You will also have a choice of exploring Vincenza or Padua. Savor the wines and cuisines of the region every step of the way. I only have 10 rooms for this sailing. Uniworld
May 12-22, 2024. Countryside of the Emerald Isle. If you have traveled to Ireland and loved it, this is part two. If you have never been to Ireland, this is an amazing journey that will instill that love for the Emerald Isle. This is not the same tour that we normally do. This explorations tour is limited to 24 people going slightly off the beaten path. We will fly into Dublin and then head south. We will head to the National Stud Farm where you will see amazing thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Stand at the rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached. Visit the coastal town of Kinsale to enjoy the shops and galleries before heading to the Old Midletown distillery, home of Jameson Whiskey. Visit the Garnish Islands and move on to Dingle where you’ll enjoy a drive along the Dingle peninsula. Take a ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran islands. where we will spend an amazing night. See the Cliffs of Moher from a ship before ending our trip in Ennis and flying home from Shannon. Truly a spectacular trip. Maximum number of passengers is 24 so don’t delay if you are interested. I have a copy of the Zoom meeting we held this week to explain this trip. Contact me if interested in viewing. Collettehttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1149854
Coming soon: September,2024: Lourdes and Fatima with Barcelona. Please let me know if you’d like to be notified when we get our dates and pricing.
If you are going to travel this year, you will most likely have at least one or two of your electronics with you such as a phone, laptop, iPad, etc. Travel Daily has some good suggestions for keeping your data safe while traveling.
Keep your devices secure by using strong passwords. Lock your laptop, phone, etc. when not in use. Be cautious using public Wi-Fi in airports, hotels, and other public places. Many times those networks are not secure and leave you vulnerable to hacking attempts.
Avoid using publicly accessible computers and USB charging stations. Computers you use in hotels, business centers, airports and other public places might be infected with malware that can steal your credentials and credit card info. Do not enter any sensitive info on these devices. Public charging stations might be just as unsafe as criminals may put malware or spyware on them to get access to your finances and personal data. Use USB data blockers.
Backup important data. When traveling, back up copies of your passport and other travel documents as well as financial and personal info. This way if your devices are lost or stolen, you will have a back up of all your important info.
Keep your software up to date for all your devices. Updates usually contain important security patches that make it harder for hackers to exploit their vulnerabilities. Make sure to do this before traveling as it doesn’t make sense to update it on a hotel or airport computer that may not be safe in th first place.
Beware of skimming. Skimming is a type of theft in which a device is attached to an ATM or other electronic payment system to steal credit card info. If you need to use an ATM, choose one at a bank, preferably when the bank is open so if there is a problem, you can get help right away.
Be cautious of QR codes. Criminals may create fake QR codes that look similar to legitimate ones and then place them on posters, signs, or even menus in cafes. When scanned, these fake QR codes can install malware on your device or take you to a phishing site where your info can be stolen.
Research tour operators and accommodations. Unscrupulous operators offer seemingly legitimate tours and activities at a low cost. Some of those activities could be either subpar or virtually nonexistent. Do your research. It is essential that you take proactive steps to secure the your personal and financial information while traveling.-Travel Daily, 3/4/23
If you do any amount of traveling, you will, sooner or later, find that your luggage has been damaged. There are some things you can do if your bag comes off the belt damaged.
Don’t leave the airport and think you can take care of it later. Go directly to the luggage office. If you leave the airport, you may forfeit all claims to reimbursement.
The Department of Transportation has clear rules about reimbursements for luggage and the rules can be different if you’ve flown internationally or domestically.
Document the damage. Take pictures of the damage to the outside and the inside particularly if your contents have been affected. Include a picture of your luggage tag receipt. Leave the luggage tags on your luggage.
Check your credit card to see if it includes luggage damage. You can also check with the manufacturer to see if they will stand behind the luggage.-Adaptedfrom Smarter Travel, 3/4/23
I have found that when we’ve had a problem and go directly to the luggage office, it is usually settled right there before we leave.
Fuller Travel Tours, 2023-2024
May 21-31,2023 Delightful Danube and Prague. Begin your trip with two nights in the beautiful city of Prague and then be taken to your ship, the S.S. Beatrice for your cruise on the Danube. You’llvisit Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Spitz, Vienna and Budapest. This is a beautiful cruise-Uniworld
June 17-23, 2023 Viking Cruise on the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Viking
September 6-13, 2023 Rhine Getaway Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. Viking
September. 10-18, 2023 Painted Canyons of the West Highlights… Colorado National Monument, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah’s Scenic Byway 24, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1131375 Collette Vacations. If you are interested in this trip, please let me know. I will need to return any unsold seats this week!
September 30- October 14, 2023 Spain’s Classics and Portugal Highlights include Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia, Valencia, Paella Experience, Granada, the Alhambra, Seville,Cordoba, Madrid, Prada Museum, Toledo, Elvas, Lisbon, Belem Obidos and much more. Call me for availability! Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1103746
2024
May 3-12, 2024 Milan, Venice and the Jewels of Veneto Spend 2 nights in the beautiful city of Milan before boarding the ship, the S.S. LaVenezia, in Venice. While in Milan, you will have an opportunity to take a city tour and also view DaVinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Once aboard your ship you will enjoy all that Venice has to offer but the ship will also take you to many of the Venetian Islands such as Burano (my favorite), and Torcello. you will discover Chiogga, a charming port loved by fisherman.You will also have a choice of exploring Vincenza or Padua. Savor the wines and cuisines of the region every step of the way. I only have 10 rooms for this sailing. Uniworld
May 12-22, 2024. Countryside of the Emerald Isle. If you have traveled to Ireland and loved it, this is part two. If you have never been to Ireland, this is an amazing journey that will instill that love for the Emerald Isle. This is not the same tour that we normally do. This explorations tour is limited to 24 people going slightly off the beaten path. We will fly into Dublin and then head south. We will head to the National Stud Farm where you will see amazing thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Stand at the rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached. Visit the coastal town of Kinsale to enjoy the shops and galleries before heading to the Old Midletown distillery, home of Jameson Whiskey. Visit the Garnish Islands and move on to Dingle where you’ll enjoy a drive along the Dingle peninsula. Take a ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran islands. where we will spend an amazing night. See the Cliffs of Moher from a ship before ending our trip in Ennis and flying home from Shannon. Truly a spectacular trip. Maximum number of passengers is 24 so don’t delay if you are interested. I have a copy of the Zoom meeting we held this week to explain this trip. Contact me if interested in viewing. Collettehttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1149854
Coming soon: Fall,2024: Lourdes and Fatima with Barcelona.
It seems as though every part of our country has had major issues with weather recently. Hurricanes, tornadoes, ice storms, and now snow in Southern California! We are not alone. I was just in Venice, Italy a month ago and everything appeared normal. This week I read an article about the low water levels in the canals and saw pictures of some of the canals reduced to mud. Scientists are blaming it on a variety of factors. The Alps have had less than half of their normal snowfall this year. Alpine snow represents the country’s primary water reserve as meltwater flows into the Po River which runs from the Alps down to the Adriatic Sa through Italy’s most populated regions. There is real worry about a prolonged drought. If Italy is on your bucket list, by all means, go. It is one of the most wonderful countries in the world.
If you rent a car and allow someone else to park it for you, you may not be insured if that person damages the car. I read an interesting article today in the Las Vegas Advisor: “A hotel valet attendant is not an authorized driver on any car rental contract. In fact, any unauthorized driver, including a valet who spends two minutes coming and going completely cancels all collision coverage from a credit card company and even the rental agency itself. Would the hotel be responsible if the valet is at fault. Probably, but imagine the headache trying to collect. Hopefully, the incident will have been caught on one of the thousands of cameras that exist in Vegas. – Check out the full article on Las Vegas Advisor.
We had a great Zoom meeting this week for our 2024 Ireland trip. If you couldn’t make the Zoom meeting, but couldn’t make it, just shoot me and email and I’ll send you the link for the recording of the event: lynn@fullertravelservice.com
Five months after launching its first cruises, Ritz-Carlton has little space left for its summer season in the Mediterranean and almost no cabins available for cruises in the Greek isles, Prothero said. The ship holds 298 passengers and is Ritz-Carlton’s entrance into the cruise field.
Fuller Travel Tours, 2023-2024
May 21-31,2023 Delightful Danube and Prague. Begin your trip with two nights in the beautiful city of Prague and then be taken to your ship, the S.S. Beatrice for your cruise on the Danube. You’llvisit Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Spitz, Vienna and Budapest. This is a beautiful cruise-Uniworld
June 17-23, 2023 Viking Cruise on the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Viking
September 6-13, 2023 Rhine Getaway Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. Viking
September. 10-18, 2023 Painted Canyons of the West Highlights… Colorado National Monument, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah’s Scenic Byway 24, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1131375 Collette Vacations. If you are interested in this trip, please let me know. I will need to return any unsold seats next week.
September 30- October 14, 2023 Spain’s Classics and Portugal Highlights include Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia, Valencia, Paella Experience, Granada, the Alhambra, Seville,Cordoba, Madrid, Prada Museum, Toledo, Elvas, Lisbon, Belem Obidos and much more. Call me for availability! Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1103746
2024
May 3-12, 2024 Milan, Venice and the Jewels of Veneto Spend 2 nights in the beautiful city of Milan before boarding the ship, the S.S. LaVenezia, in Venice. While in Milan, you will have an opportunity to take a city tour and also view DaVinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Once aboard your ship you will enjoy all that Venice has to offer but the ship will also take you to many of the Venetian Islands such as Burano (my favorite), and Torcello. you will discover Chiogga, a charming port loved by fisherman.You will also have a choice of exploring Vincenza or Padua. Savor the wines and cuisines of the region every step of the way. I only have 10 rooms for this sailing. Uniworld
May 12-22, 2024. Countryside of the Emerald Isle. If you have traveled to Ireland and loved it, this is part two. If you have never been to Ireland, this is an amazing journey that will instill that love for the Emerald Isle. This is not the same tour that we normally do. This explorations tour is limited to 24 people going slightly off the beaten path. We will fly into Dublin and then head south. We will head to the National Stud Farm where you will see amazing thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Stand at the rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached. Visit the coastal town of Kinsale to enjoy the shops and galleries before heading to the Old Midletown distillery, home of Jameson Whiskey. Visit the Garnish Islands and move on to Dingle where you’ll enjoy a drive along the Dingle peninsula. Take a ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran islands. where we will spend an amazing night. See the Cliffs of Moher from a ship before ending our trip in Ennis and flying home from Shannon. Truly a spectacular trip. Maximum number of passengers is 24 so don’t delay if you are interested. I have a copy of the Zoom meeting we held this week to explain this trip. Contact me if interested in viewing. Collettehttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1149854
Coming soon: Fall,2024: Lourdes and Fatima with Barcelona.
Countries around the world are grappling with how to promote tourism while at the same time trying to keep their cities authentic and their citizens happy. Portugal is the latest country trying to find a balance. They have passed a series of laws that limit the number of Airbnb’s in their country. An influx of foreigners purchasing expensive homes to turn into Airbnb properties drove up the housing market and some towns and priced out the local population. The new laws are aimed at curbing that practice.
During the pandemic many hotels cut services to their customers. They eliminated daily housekeeping and things like free breakfasts. Some of those cuts look like they are going to be permanent. Marriott has announced that they are going with a tiered concept. Their lux properties lime St. Regis or Ritz Carlton will get some daily housekeeping. Their upscale properties like Marriott, Sheraton, Renaissance will get a “daily tidy”. While not a full cleaning, guests will get fresh towels and their trash emptied. Guests at “select-service” like Courtyard, Fairfield, SpringHill Suites will get a ‘tidy” treatment everyone other day. Some people don’t mind not having people entering their room when they aren’t there, but others would like towels refreshed. We’ll have to see how this plays out over time.-The Points Guy
Did you ever wonder what happens to old cruise ships? Some are sold to other cruise lines, but most end up in cruise ship graveyards. Decommissioned ships are almost always sent to one of two graveyards. The largest is in Alana, along India’s Gulf of Khambhat, which recycles more than half of the world’s decommissioned ships. the second largest is Aliaga in Turkey. the tear down process involves removing leftover fuel and stripping the ships of any furnishings and fixtures that can be sold. Scrap metal is sold or recycled, for the full article, check out “The Points Guy,
For those of you thinking about joining us for our Ireland trip next year, our Zoom meeting is scheduled for 4pm on the 23rd. Directions for registering and joining the Zoom meeting are at the bottom of this blog. Hope to see you there.
Lynn
Fuller Travel Tours, 2023-2024
May 21-31,2023 Delightful Danube and Prague. Begin your trip with two nights in the beautiful city of Prague and then be taken to your ship, the S.S. Beatrice for your cruise on the Danube. You’llvisit Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Spitz, Vienna and Budapest. This is a beautiful cruise-Uniworld
June 17-23, 2023 Viking Cruise on the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Viking
September 6-13, 2023 Rhine Getaway Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. Viking
September. 10-18, 2023 Painted Canyons of the West Highlights… Colorado National Monument, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah’s Scenic Byway 24, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1131375 Collette Vacations. If you are interested in this trip, please let me know. I will need to return any unsold seats very soon.
September 30- October 14, 2023 Spain’s Classics and Portugal Highlights include Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia, Valencia, Paella Experience, Granada, the Alhambra, Seville,Cordoba, Madrid, Prada Museum, Toledo, Elvas, Lisbon, Belem Obidos and much more. Call me for availability! Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1103746
2024
May 3-12, 2024 Milan, Venice and the Jewels of Veneto Spend 2 nights in the beautiful city of Milan before boarding the ship, the S.S. LaVenezia, in Venice. While in Milan, you will have an opportunity to take a city tour and also view DaVinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Once aboard your ship you will enjoy all that Venice has to offer but the ship will also take you to many of the Venetian Islands such as Burano (my favorite), and Torcello. you will discover Chiogga, a charming port loved by fisherman.You will also have a choice of exploring Vincenza or Padua. Savor the wines and cuisines of the region every step of the way. I only have 10 rooms for this sailing. Uniworld
New!! May 12-22, 2024. Countryside of the Emerald Isle. If you have traveled to Ireland and loved it, this is part two. If you have never been to Ireland, this is an amazing journey that will instill that love for the Emerald Isle. This is not the same tour that we normally do. This explorations tour is limited to 24 people going slightly off the beaten path. We will fly into Dublin and then head south. We will head to the National Stud Farm where you will see amazing thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Stand at the rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached. Visit the coastal town of Kinsale to enjoy the shops and galleries before heading to the Old Midletown distillery, home of Jameson Whiskey. Visit the Garnish Islands and move on to Dingle where you’ll enjoy a drive along the Dingle peninsula. Take a ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran islands. See the Cliffs of Moher from a ship before ending our trip in Ennis and flying home from Shannon. Truly a spectacular trip.Collettehttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1149854
We will host a Zoom meeting on February 23 to walk through the trip. Hope you can join us.
lease join Fuller Travel’s Countryside of the Emerald Isle’s Zoom presentation on Thursday, February 23 at 4pm. Please register for the meeting by clicking on this link:
Join the Zoom Meeting on February 23rd by clicking on this link:
https://collette.zoom.us/j/84021298191
Meeting ID: 840 2129 8191
New! August 10-17, 2024 Iceland’s Natural Beauty Cruise around the entirety of Iceland beginning and ending this cruise in Reykjavik. We will stop in safjördur, Akureyri, Husavik,Seydisfjördur,Djúpivogur, and back to Reykjavik. On our journey we will encounter unparalleled natural beauty and witness cascading waterfalls amid pristine fjord landscapes. Observe the wealth of wildlife, from puffins to the gentle giants of the sea. Join us for a truly immersive experience that brings you closer to nature and all her splendor. I have 10 rooms on hold. Viking Ocean Cruises
This may be the most bizarre travel story I’ve heard in a long time. A Belgian couple left their infant at a desk in the Tel Aviv airport as they ran to catch their flight. Apparently the baby did not have a ticket They were running so late that boarding had already closed by the time they arrived at check in. They were chased down by aircraft security who called police.
Have you ever wondered about the difference between first class and business class? Most planes today have either first or business but very few have both. What you can expect varies by airline and by the plane or route.
Offerings typically fall into three categories:
Domestic First Class: Usually a large recliner type seat
Long Haul Business Class: Most frequent fliers expect a fully flat bed, with direct aisle access.
Long Haul First Class: This is the pinnacle of luxury in the sky with some high end carriers like Emirates having full suites with onboard showers on some planes. For more info check out the full article at USA Today
In the past year, I have written about several tourist hot spots that have established some boundaries for tourists as the sheer number of people visiting some areas have overwhelmed the locals and threatened to destroy their way of lives. Amsterdam is the latest city to strengthen some rules. Amsterdam is set on shedding its image as a hedonistic party haven and have enacted some measures to address that perception. Much of the problem is centered in the red light district, and sales of marijuana and alcohol are going to be restricted. It is important to remember that the red light district is located in the De Wallen neighborhood and the residents have experienced a lot of nuisance from mass tourism, alcohol and drug abuse. New, very strict policies are going into effect. Sales of alcohol and marijuana will be strictly monitored and will become difficult to even find after late afternoon. This should be a good thing for the people who live in this area and also for tourists who would like to enjoy the canals, architecture, and sights of this neighborhood in the heart of the city.-Travel Pulse
Fuller Travel Tours, 2023-2024
May 21-31,2023 Delightful Danube and Prague. Begin your trip with two nights in the beautiful city of Prague and then be taken to your ship, the S.S. Beatrice for your cruise on the Danube. You’llvisit Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Spitz, Vienna and Budapest. This is a beautiful cruise-Uniworld
June 17-23, 2023 Viking Cruise on the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Viking
September 6-13, 2023 Rhine Getaway Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. Viking
September. 10-18, 2023 Painted Canyons of the West Highlights… Colorado National Monument, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah’s Scenic Byway 24, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1131375 Collette Vacations. If you are interested in this trip, please let me know. I will need to return any unsold seats very soon.
September 30- October 14, 2023 Spain’s Classics and Portugal Highlights include Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia, Valencia, Paella Experience, Granada, the Alhambra, Seville,Cordoba, Madrid, Prada Museum, Toledo, Elvas, Lisbon, Belem Obidos and much more. Call me for availability! Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1103746
2024
May 3-12, 2024 Milan, Venice and the Jewels of Veneto Spend 2 nights in the beautiful city of Milan before boarding the ship, the S.S. LaVenezia, in Venice. While in Milan, you will have an opportunity to take a city tour and also view DaVinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Once aboard your ship you will enjoy all that Venice has to offer but the ship will also take you to many of the Venetian Islands such as Burano (my favorite), and Torcello. you will discover Chiogga, a charming port loved by fisherman.You will also have a choice of exploring Vincenza or Padua. Savor the wines and cuisines of the region every step of the way. I only have 10 rooms for this sailing. Uniworld
New!! May 12-22, 2024. Countryside of the Emerald Isle. If you have traveled to Ireland and loved it, this is part two. If you have never been to Ireland, this is an amazing journey that will instill that love for the Emerald Isle. This is not the same tour that we normally do. This explorations tour is limited to 24 people going slightly off the beaten path. We will fly into Dublin and then head south. We will head to the National Stud Farm where you will see amazing thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Stand at the rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached. Visit the coastal town of Kinsale to enjoy the shops and galleries before heading to the Old Midletown distillery, home of Jameson Whiskey. Visit the Garnish Islands and move on to Dingle where you’ll enjoy a drive along the Dingle peninsula. Take a ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran islands. See the Cliffs of Moher from a ship before ending our trip in Ennis and flying home from Shannon. Truly a spectacular trip.Collettehttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1149854
We will host a Zoom meeting on February 23 to walk through the trip. Hope you can join us.
lease join Fuller Travel’s Countryside of the Emerald Isle’s Zoom presentation on Thursday, February 23 at 4pm. Please register for the meeting by clicking on this link:
Join the Zoom Meeting on February 23rd by clicking on this link:
https://collette.zoom.us/j/84021298191
Meeting ID: 840 2129 8191
New! August 10-17, 2024 Iceland’s Natural Beauty Cruise around the entirety of Iceland beginning and ending this cruise in Reykjavik. We will stop in safjördur, Akureyri, Husavik,Seydisfjördur,Djúpivogur, and back to Reykjavik. On our journey we will encounter unparalleled natural beauty and witness cascading waterfalls amid pristine fjord landscapes. Observe the wealth of wildlife, from puffins to the gentle giants of the sea. Join us for a truly immersive experience that brings you closer to nature and all her splendor. I have 10 rooms on hold. Viking Ocean Cruises
Last week I returned from Italy. Here are a few of the pics we took. The Vatican, Florence at night, Leaning Tower of Pisa
If you hold a Delta American Express card you will now receive a 15% discount when booking awards travel with SkyMiles. Those who have the Delta SkyMiles Gold, Platinum, and Reserve Consumer and Business American Express credit cards now receive a 15 percent discount when booking award flights with SkyMiles. You don’t have to do anything to get this discount. it will appear automatically when cardholders link their AMEX card to their Sky Miles account when searching for flights on both the airlines’s website and the Delta app. You must filter the search to pay with miles.
Travel to the UK will soon get more expensive. U.S. Citizens will soon have to apply for permission to enter the United Kingdom and pay a small. fee to enter as part of the country’s upcoming Electronic Travel Authorization program. This is scheduled to begin by the end of this year.
If you think it was cold in Michigan this week, the temperature in Yakutsk, Sibera plunged to minus 80.9 degrees Fahrenheit- the coldest in more than two decades.
Fuller Travel Tours, 2023-2024
May 21-31,2023 Delightful Danube and Prague. Begin your trip with two nights in the beautiful city of Prague and then be taken to your ship, the S.S. Beatrice for your cruise on the Danube. You’llvisit Nuremberg, Regensberg, Passau, Spitz, Vienna and Budapest. This is a beautiful cruise-Uniworld
June 17-23, 2023 Viking Cruise on the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Let me know if you are interested. Viking
September 6-13, 2023 Rhine Getaway Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. Viking
September. 10-18, 2023 Painted Canyons of the West Highlights… Colorado National Monument, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah’s Scenic Byway 24, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1131375 Collette Vacations. If you are interested in this trip, please let me know. I will need to return any unsold seats very soon.
September 30- October 14, 2023 Spain’s Classics and Portugal Highlights include Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia, Valencia, Paella Experience, Granada, the Alhambra, Seville,Cordoba, Madrid, Prada Museum, Toledo, Elvas, Lisbon, Belem Obidos and much more. Call me for availability! Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1103746
2024
May 3-12, 2024 Milan, Venice and the Jewels of Veneto Spend 2 nights in the beautiful city of Milan before boarding the ship, the S.S. LaVenezia, in Venice. While in Milan, you will have an opportunity to take a city tour and also view DaVinci’s ‘Last Supper’. Once aboard your ship you will enjoy all that Venice has to offer but the ship will also take you to many of the Venetian Islands such as Burano (my favorite), and Torcello. you will discover Chiogga, a charming port loved by fisherman.You will also have a choice of exploring Vincenza or Padua. Savor the wines and cuisines of the region every step of the way. I only have 10 rooms for this sailing. Uniworld
New!! May 12-22, 2024. Countryside of the Emerald Isle. If you have traveled to Ireland and loved it, this is part two. If you have never been to Ireland, this is an amazing journey that will instill that love for the Emerald Isle. This is not the same tour that we normally do. This explorations tour is limited to 24 people going slightly off the beaten path. We will fly into Dublin and then head south. We will head to the National Stud Farm where you will see amazing thoroughbreds and opulent gardens. Stand at the rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached. Visit the coastal town of Kinsale to enjoy the shops and galleries before heading to the Old Midletown distillery, home of Jameson Whiskey. Visit the Garnish Islands and move on to Dingle where you’ll enjoy a drive along the Dingle peninsula. Take a ferry over to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran islands. See the Cliffs of Moher from a ship before ending our trip in Ennis and flying home from Shannon. Truly a spectacular trip.Collettehttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1149854
We will host a Zoom meeting on February 23 to walk through the trip. Hope you can join us.
lease join Fuller Travel’s Countryside of the Emerald Isle’s Zoom presentation on Thursday, February 23 at 4pm. Please register for the meeting by clicking on this link:
Join the Zoom Meeting on February 23rd by clicking on this link:
https://collette.zoom.us/j/84021298191
Meeting ID: 840 2129 8191
New! August 10-17, 2024 Iceland’s Natural Beauty Cruise around the entirety of Iceland beginning and ending this cruise in Reykjavik. We will stop in safjördur, Akureyri, Husavik,Seydisfjördur,Djúpivogur, and back to Reykjavik. On our journey we will encounter unparalleled natural beauty and witness cascading waterfalls amid pristine fjord landscapes. Observe the wealth of wildlife, from puffins to the gentle giants of the sea. Join us for a truly immersive experience that brings you closer to nature and all her splendor. I have 10 rooms on hold. Viking Ocean Cruises
The CDC has lowered the threat level for cruise ships as the agency recognizes the leadership and effectiveness of the cruise sector’s health and safety protocols. The CDC’s mandatory rules that the cruise lines have been operating under during the pandemic have expired, and the CDC is asking the cruise lines to opt into a voluntary program. 111 cruise ships from all major brands have done so. Furthermore, most have chosen to adhere to the government agency’s “Highly Vaccinated” category meaning ships sail with at least 95% of passengers and crew fully vaccinated. That tier permits cruise lines to operate their ships mask-free for both guests and crew anywhere onboard. Cruise lines are free to implement stricter guidelines if they wish and some cruise line have opted to do just that, at least for the present time.
Europe is finally going to fully open up with no testing requirements for fully vaccinated travelers across all European Union countries by the April Easter holidays. Unvaccinated travelers who can provide proof of a recent COVID infection with the past 180 days may also enter but may be required to test before arrival. The plans to make uniform entry rules across the EU bloc will apply to all non-EU arrivals including visitors from the US.
Cruise lines must also adapt to world conditions. If you have a cruise in the near future that was going to port in Russia, (probably St. Petersburg), you have probably already been notified that you will not be making that stop. Certainly, this is a minor adjustment with what is going on over there. Keep the people of Ukraine in your prayers.
2022-23 Tours
May 11-20, 2022 Shades of Ireland This is one of my favorite trips: Enjoy Dublin,Kilkenny, Waterford, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, and Galway. Ride a jaunting car, kiss the Blarney Stone, and visit a family farm. Our last night’s stay is in a castle. I have 2 spaces left if you are interested. Collette Vacations http://gateway.gocollette.com/link/101529
May 15-26, 2022 Alpine Lakes and the Glacier Express with Oberammergau Passion Play This tour is being rescheduled from 2020. Your journey will begin at the beautiful Lake Maggiore. You will then head to Zermatt, Switzerland. The Glacier Express will take you into the Alps. You’ll visit the beautiful towns of St. Moritz, Innsbrook and Salzburg. Enjoy a special Mozart Concert and its the Neuschwanstein Castle before heading to the famed Oberammergau Passion Play. You will return home from Munich. The passion play will not be repeated until 2030. Check out the itinerary at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/817395 Collette Vacations
June 18-26, 2022 Spectacular Canadian Rockies We will begin this awesome tour in Vancouver, and travel to Victoria Island, Kamloops, Jasper National Park, the Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise, and Banff National park. Trafalgar
July Alaska Cruisetour (dates vary) Take an 11 day southbound cruise tour aboard Princess Cruises. Fly into Fairbanks, visit Denali Wilderness Lodge, Denali McKinley Lodge and then take the train to our cruise ship for a 7 night southbound cruise. Experience the Hubbard Glacier, cruise through Glacier Bay National Park, and visit Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan before disembarking in Vancouver. This is an amazing cruise tour. Princess Cruises
New!! Limited Time Only! Alaska: America’s Last Frontier, August 4-12 This is a land tour. Highlights include Fairbanks, Gold Mining, a visit to the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, Dog Mushing, Denali National Park, Tundra Wilderness Tour, Talkeetna, visit to a Musk Ox Farm, Anchorage, Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise. I have a very limited time to offer this so call if interested.Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1088994
August 7-15 7 day round trip Venice, Croatia, andGreek Isles with Santorini, and Mykonos. Call for pricing and availability. Norwegian Cruise Line
September 7-15, 2022 Israel: Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Join us as we embark on an extraordinary journey. We will begin our journey in Tel Aviv and then travel to the port city of Jaffa on our way to Caesarea. We next visit Nazareth, Cana, and our day in Tiberias for 2 nights. We will take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. We’ll make a stop at the Mount of Beatitudes, Capernaum. We will visit Bethlehem, Jerusalem, the Western Wall, and much more. Optional extension to Petra. Fr. John Klein will accompany us on this pilgrimage. I can only hold seats for this trip until Mid-March.Collette VacationsIhttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1059364
September 18-30, 2022 Rhine, Moselle, and Blissful Baden-Baden Spend 2 nights in the beautiful spa town of Baden-Baden and then board your ship for a cruise up the Rhine and Moselle rivers. We will visit Strasbourg, Speyer, Frankfurt, Rudesheim, Boppard, Cochem Bernkastel and Trier before returning home from Frankfurt. Uniworld Cruises I have a couple of rooms available.
October 2-10, 2022 Autumn Colors I have just a few openings on this tour to the East Coast. Fly in and out of Boston and visit Lexington, Concord, Woodstock, Burlington, the White Mountains, Kancamagus, North Conway, Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park before heading back to Boston along the coast. Call for info.
October 23-29, 2022 Southern Charm Join us on this short 6 night tour as we visit the beautiful cities of Charleston, Savannah. Visit St. Simon’s Island and spend a night on Jekyll Island. End our tour in Jacksonville, Florida before heading home. Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1063914
2023
January 17-February 1 Panama Canal This is a full transit of the Panama Canal through the new locks from Los Angeles to Ft. Lauderdale. Ports of call include Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco, San Juan del Sur Nicaragua, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Panama City (Fuerte Amador), Locks transit, and Cartagena, Colombia before disembarking in Ft. Lauderdale.
April 29- May 10, 2023Discovering Poland We’ll visit Warsaw, Gdansk, Torun, Wroclaw, and Krakow. Check out the itinerary at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/902378 Collette Vacations
June 17-23, 2023New!! Viking Cruise down the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. Believe it or not, I could not get cabins for 2022. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Right now air is being offered for $399 per person out of Detroit. Let me know if you are interested. 1 cabin remaining.
July 11-22, 2023 Alaskan CruiseThis is an 11 day cruise beginning in Fairbanks and ending in Vancouver. You will experience Alaska on land for 4 days and then board your ship for a 7 day cruise to Vancouver. Call for more info and itinerary.
Coming soon! September, 2023 California Dreamin’ Visit Monterey, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, . Napa Valley, and end in San Francisco.
I read an interesting article this week in Insider Travel Report. Here is an excerpt: “The Walt Disney Company has announced plans to introduce Storyliving by Disney, a group of new neighborhoods around the country infused with the company’s special brand of Disney Magic. These master planned communities are intended to inspire residents to foster new friendships, pursue their interests, and write the next chapter in their lives-all while enjoying the attention to detail, unique amenities and special touches that are Disney hallmarks.” At each location, including some neighborhoods for residents 55+, Disney Cast Members will operate the community association. The first Storyliving by Disney community, Cotino, will be built near Rancho Mirage in California’s Coachella Valley.-James Shillinglaw
Speaking of Disney, ticket prices increased at Walt Disney World February 16. Some shorter tickets have stayed the same, but most 4-day or longer tickets are higher by 4-8%. Disney Genie+, Park Hopper, Water Park upgrades, and parking fees have not changed.
Delta Airlines announced this week that in March they will begin serving hot meals again in First Class and will be bring back snack options in Coach. They are also partnering with Instacart allowing Sky Miles members to link their accounts with Instacart to earn miles on purchases.
The fledgling spaceline, Virgin Galactic, has announced it is now selling tickets for seats on its rocket ships to members of the general public.The cost is $450,000 per seat. If you are interested, I know a good travel agent who can help you book this trip.
2022-23 Tours
May 11-20, 2022 Shades of Ireland This is one of my favorite trips: Enjoy Dublin,Kilkenny, Waterford, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, and Galway. Ride a jaunting car, kiss the Blarney Stone, and visit a family farm. Our last night’s stay is in a castle. I have 2 spaces left if you are interested. Collette Vacations http://gateway.gocollette.com/link/101529
May 15-26, 2022 Alpine Lakes and the Glacier Express with Oberammergau Passion Play This tour is being rescheduled from 2020. Your journey will begin at the beautiful Lake Maggiore. You will then head to Zermatt, Switzerland. The Glacier Express will take you into the Alps. You’ll visit the beautiful towns of St. Moritz, Innsbrook and Salzburg. Enjoy a special Mozart Concert and its the Neuschwanstein Castle before heading to the famed Oberammergau Passion Play. You will return home from Munich. The passion play will not be repeated until 2030. Check out the itinerary at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/817395 Collette Vacations
June 18-26, 2022 Spectacular Canadian Rockies We will begin this awesome tour in Vancouver, and travel to Victoria Island, Kamloops, Jasper National Park, the Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise, and Banff National park. Trafalgar
July Alaska Cruisetour (dates vary) Take an 11 day southbound cruise tour aboard Princess Cruises. Fly into Fairbanks, visit Denali Wilderness Lodge, Denali McKinley Lodge and then take the train to our cruise ship for a 7 night southbound cruise. Experience the Hubbard Glacier, cruise through Glacier Bay National Park, and visit Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan before disembarking in Vancouver. This is an amazing cruise tour. Princess Cruises
New!! Limited Time Only! Alaska: America’s Last Frontier, August 4-12 This is a land tour. Highlights include Fairbanks, Gold Mining, a visit to the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, Dog Mushing, Denali National Park, Tundra Wilderness Tour, Talkeetna, visit to a Musk Ox Farm, Anchorage, Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise. I have a very limited time to offer this so call if interested.Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1088994
August 7-15 7 day round trip Venice, Croatia, andGreek Isles with Santorini, and Mykonos. Call for pricing and availability. Norwegian Cruise Line
September 7-15, 2022 Israel: Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Join us as we embark on an extraordinary journey. We will begin our journey in Tel Aviv and then travel to the port city of Jaffa on our way to Caesarea. We next visit Nazareth, Cana, and our day in Tiberias for 2 nights. We will take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. We’ll make a stop at the Mount of Beatitudes, Capernaum. We will visit Bethlehem, Jerusalem, the Western Wall, and much more. Optional extension to Petra. Fr. John Klein will accompany us on this pilgrimage. I can only hold seats for this trip until Mid-March.Collette VacationsIhttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1059364
September 18-30, 2022 Rhine, Moselle, and Blissful Baden-Baden Spend 2 nights in the beautiful spa town of Baden-Baden and then board your ship for a cruise up the Rhine and Moselle rivers. We will visit Strasbourg, Speyer, Frankfurt, Rudesheim, Boppard, Cochem Bernkastel and Trier before returning home from Frankfurt. Uniworld Cruises I have a couple of rooms available.
October 2-10, 2022 Autumn Colors I have just a few openings on this tour to the East Coast. Fly in and out of Boston and visit Lexington, Concord, Woodstock, Burlington, the White Mountains, Kancamagus, North Conway, Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park before heading back to Boston along the coast. Call for info.
October 23-29, 2022 Southern Charm Join us on this short 6 night tour as we visit the beautiful cities of Charleston, Savannah. Visit St. Simon’s Island and spend a night on Jekyll Island. End our tour in Jacksonville, Florida before heading home. Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1063914
2023
January 17-February 1 Panama Canal This is a full transit of the Panama Canal through the new locks from Los Angeles to Ft. Lauderdale. Ports of call include Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco, San Juan del Sur Nicaragua, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Panama City (Fuerte Amador), Locks transit, and Cartagena, Colombia before disembarking in Ft. Lauderdale.
April 29- May 10, 2023Discovering Poland We’ll visit Warsaw, Gdansk, Torun, Wroclaw, and Krakow. Check out the itinerary at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/902378 Collette Vacations
June 17-23, 2023New!! Viking Cruise down the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. Believe it or not, I could not get cabins for 2022. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Right now air is being offered for $399 per person out of Detroit. Let me know if you are interested. 1 cabin remaining.
July 11-22, 2023 Alaskan CruiseThis is an 11 day cruise beginning in Fairbanks and ending in Vancouver. You will experience Alaska on land for 4 days and then board your ship for a 7 day cruise to Vancouver. Call for more info and itinerary.
Coming soon! September, 2023 California Dreamin’ Visit Monterey, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, . Napa Valley, and end in San Francisco.
More and more countries are opening their doors to travelers. The latest country to open this past week was Australia and d. Almost every country has requirements that must be met before you arrive, and these requirements change frequently. One of the sites that I have used ever since the world began to open is Sherpa-Move Freely. Once you enter their site, you input your vaccination statues, when and where you wish to travel, and you will see the requirements for travel. Of course, you can also check the www.travel.state.gov You will get good information from either site.
Cruise lines have also begun to loosen restrictions. Both Norwegian and Royal Caribbean have eliminated the mask mandate at most venues for vaccinated passengers. At this point, crew will still be required to wear a mask. There are still testing requirements in effect.
Spirit and Frontier airlines have proposed a merger. They may have a difficult time getting anti-trust approval from the Justice department so we’ll see what happens.
The CEO of Delta airlines recommended to the Dept of Justice that any person convicted of a disruption on board a flight should be added to the national “do not fly” list.
2022-23 Tours
May 11-20, 2022 Shades of Ireland This is one of my favorite trips: Enjoy Dublin,Kilkenny, Waterford, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, and Galway. Ride a jaunting car, kiss the Blarney Stone, and visit a family farm. Our last night’s stay is in a castle. I have very few spaces left if you are interested. Collette Vacations http://gateway.gocollette.com/link/101529
May 15-26, 2022 Alpine Lakes and the Glacier Express with Oberammergau Passion Play This tour is being rescheduled from 2020. Your journey will begin at the beautiful Lake Maggiore. You will then head to Zermatt, Switzerland. The Glacier Express will take you into the Alps. You’ll visit the beautiful towns of St. Moritz, Innsbrook and Salzburg. Enjoy a special Mozart Concert and its the Neuschwanstein Castle before heading to the famed Oberammergau Passion Play. You will return home from Munich. The passion play will not be repeated until 2030. Check out the itinerary at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/817395 Collette Vacations
June 18-26, 2022 Spectacular Canadian Rockies We will begin this awesome tour in Vancouver, and travel to Victoria Island, Kamloops, Jasper National Park, the Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise, and Banff National park. Trafalgar
July Alaska Cruisetour (dates vary) Take an 11 day southbound cruise tour aboard Princess Cruises. Fly into Fairbanks, visit Denali Wilderness Lodge, Denali McKinley Lodge and then take the train to our cruise ship for a 7 night southbound cruise. Experience the Hubbard Glacier, cruise through Glacier Bay National Park, and visit Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan before disembarking in Vancouver. This is an amazing cruise tour. Princess Cruises
New!! Limited Time Only! Alaska: America’s Last Frontier, August 4-12 This is a land tour. Highlights include Fairbanks, Gold Mining, a visit to the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, Dog Mushing, Denali National Park, Tundra Wilderness Tour, Talkeetna, visit to a Musk Ox Farm, Anchorage, Prince William Sound Glacier Cruise. I have a very limited time to offer this so call if interested.Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1088994
August 7-15 7 day round trip Venice, Croatia, andGreek Isles with Santorini, and Mykonos. Call for pricing and availability. Norwegian Cruise Line
September 7-15, 2022 Israel: Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Join us as we embark on an extraordinary journey. We will begin our journey in Tel Aviv and then travel to the port city of Jaffa on our way to Caesarea. We next visit Nazareth, Cana, and our day in Tiberias for 2 nights. We will take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. We’ll make a stop at the Mount of Beatitudes, Capernaum. We will visit Bethlehem, Jerusalem, the Western Wall, and much more. Optional extension to Petra. Fr. John Klein will accompany us on this pilgrimage. I can only hold seats for this trip until Mid-March.Collette VacationsIhttps://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1059364
September 18-30, 2022 Rhine, Moselle, and Blissful Baden-Baden Spend 2 nights in the beautiful spa town of Baden-Baden and then board your ship for a cruise up the Rhine and Moselle rivers. We will visit Strasbourg, Speyer, Frankfurt, Rudesheim, Boppard, Cochem Bernkastel and Trier before returning home from Frankfurt. Uniworld Cruises I have a couple of rooms available.
October 2-10, 2022 Autumn Colors I have just a few openings on this tour to the East Coast. Fly in and out of Boston and visit Lexington, Concord, Woodstock, Burlington, the White Mountains, Kancamagus, North Conway, Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park before heading back to Boston along the coast. Call for info.
October 23-29, 2022 Southern Charm Join us on this short 6 night tour as we visit the beautiful cities of Charleston, Savannah. Visit St. Simon’s Island and spend a night on Jekyll Island. End our tour in Jacksonville, Florida before heading home. Collette Vacations https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1063914
2023
January 17-February 1 Panama Canal This is a full transit of the Panama Canal through the new locks from Los Angeles to Ft. Lauderdale. Ports of call include Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco, San Juan del Sur Nicaragua, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Panama City (Fuerte Amador), Locks transit, and Cartagena, Colombia before disembarking in Ft. Lauderdale.
April 29- May 10, 2023Discovering Poland We’ll visit Warsaw, Gdansk, Torun, Wroclaw, and Krakow. Check out the itinerary at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/902378 Collette Vacations
June 17-23, 2023New!! Viking Cruise down the Mississippi Join us as we cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on a cruise called Heart of the Delta. I was only able to get 10 cabins as Viking usually does not do groups on this cruise as it is too popular. I have very few cabins remaining. Believe it or not, I could not get cabins for 2022. We will begin our journey in Memphis, and sail to Vicksburg, Natchez, St. Francisville, Baton Rouge, and Darrow, Louisiana before arriving in New Orleans. The cabins that I have are balcony cabins. Right now air is being offered for $399 per person out of Detroit. Let me know if you are interested. 1 cabin remaining.
July 11-22, 2023 Alaskan CruiseThis is an 11 day cruise beginning in Fairbanks and ending in Vancouver. You will experience Alaska on land for 4 days and then board your ship for a 7 day cruise to Vancouver. Call for more info and itinerary.
Coming soon! September, 2023 California Dreamin’ Visit Monterey, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, . Napa Valley, and end in San Francisco.
Loading ...