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Travel News for the Week of October 27

By October 27, 2024Blog

Hi everyone,

When people are planning trips, one of the most common questions I get asked is,   “Is it safe?”   While that is often not a yes or no question, if you are concerned, keep these destinations in mind: Iceland, Australia, and Canada. They have been ranked this year’s top three safest countries by Berkshire Hathaway Insurance Co.   The study also highlights the world’s safest cities with Reykjavik, Copenhagen and Amsterdam taking the lead for 2025.

People are increasingly sharing more info on social media. One thing you should never share is your airline boarding pass.   Beyond the obvious danger of letting people know you are going to be away from home, the boarding pass contains your full legal name, your ticket number, and your passenger record number which is the six digit alpha-numeric code that is unique to your booking. Using this information, a hacker can have full access to your booking info which will give them your phone number, email address, and emergency contact info. It can also lead them to your frequent flier, Global Entry, and TSA Pre-check numbers. With all this information it’s easy for anyone to change or cancel your booking.  You only need a name and a PNR to change or cancel flights online. No password is needed. Many people have switched to electronic boarding passes which can be saved on your phone.-condensed fromTravel and Leisure.

Spirit Airlines woes continue.  They will sell 23 Airbus aircraft as part of their efforts to remain solvent.  Spirit’s losses have sparked concerns about a potential Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. This week, the Wall Street Journal reported that Spirit and Frontier have  revived merger discussions.-Travel Weekly 

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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