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Travel News for the Week of October 13

By October 13, 2024Blog

HI everyone

Hi Everyone,

What a crazy week!  We spent much of our time glued to the TV to watch the progress of Hurricane Milton.  Both of my brothers live in Venice, Florida and while they have been through hurricanes in the past, this one looked a bit different to them and they evacuated, along with my nephew and his family.   They were more fortunate then most. They had some minor damage but they found their homes intact when they returned.  Others were not so fortunate.  Florida and the Carolinas have been and remain in our prayers.  Unbelievably, we were scheduled to fly down to Florida to visit last Monday.  We were able to cancel all of our arrangements. Continued prayers for the people of Florida and N. Carolina.

If you are thinking of flying this holiday season keep a few things in mind:   Avoid flying on the Tuesday or Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Also, the Sunday after Thanksgiving tends to be the busiest travel day of the year. If it’s possible, consider flying on the actual holidays. You could save a lot of money and it will not be as busy. -Travel and Leisure

A week or two ago I mentioned that Mexico was going to limit the amount of electronics you could take through customs.  Apparently, there has been a lot of pushback. Officials  in Cancun have done away with the controversial rule plaguing unsuspecting visitors.-Travel Pulse.  

Also,  a few week ago the European Union introduced the EES, a process that is supposed to speed up lines in Immigration.  It was scheduled to go into effect on November 10.  That is not going to happen as some countries are not ready.   There is no word on when it will actually roll out.

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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