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Travel News for Week of July 21

By July 21, 2024Blog

Hi Everyone,

Obviously, the biggest travel news this week is the Global air stop that is affecting more than just the US.  This is a Worldwideproblem.  If you plan to travel in the next few days, continue to check your flights and be alert to any changes.  It is difficult if not impossible to get through to the airlines.  The airlines are working to get back online but it is not a simple process.  Some airlines are beginning to fly. others are not quite yet.

Italy is one of my very favorite countries.  I’ve traveled there many times and I will be going back.  The Italian government has made people aware that they should always have a form of identification on them while traveling.  Many tourists leave their passports in the hotel safe while out and about.  This new policy may make people rethink that.  At a minimum  you may want to carry a picture of your passport page with you.  If you are driving and have a problem, you will really need your passport.

We were all hoping that Europe might have a little cooler summer this year. but Southern Europe is experiencing very warm temps hovering around the 105 Fahrenheit mark.  If you are traveling to Southern Europe, be mindful of the temps and the fact that some venues are closing due to the heat.

We have been talking about the Real ID for several years  and each time the deadline drew near it was extended. Beginning May 7, 2025, you will need a state-issued REAL ID-compliant license or identification card, or another acceptable form of ID (such as a passport), to fly within the United States. Visit tsa.gov for a list of acceptable forms of ID and additional information regarding REAL ID.

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.  Ready to deposit.   A few spots remain. 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 the Tetons, Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion Canyons, and Mt. Rushmore among other places.  Ready for deposit now. 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.  We d0 not have a definite date yet but have asked for the second or third week of September.  This trip will be limited to 24 participants.  We are accepting deposits but only have 5 seats remaining

The following trips are not quite ready for deposit but if you are interested in either of these, just shoot me an email and I’ll put you on the interest list.  No obligation but I’ll be able to let you know asap when it is time for deposits.

Coming: April , 2026  Tulips and Windmills River Cruise   Not ready for deposits but call to be put on the interest list.

Coming September, 2026.  Sicily and Southern Italy.  Not ready for deposits but call  to be put on the interest list.

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