Have you ever seen a more beautiful flower? This photo was sent to me by my friend, Amelia, just this past Sunday morning from Kauai. Hawaii’s state flower is the hibiscus, also called pua aloalo. It serves as a symbol of power and respect. It often is used to represent old royalty. The hibiscus is…
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“It’s about time-It’s about space…”
Directly from Travel Agent Central-July 2, 2012: In celebration of its 50th anniversary, Kennedy Space Center is launching tours to two rarely seen areas of the center: the Launch Control Center (LCC) and the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB), which has been off-limits to the public for more than 30 years. Travelers can go inside the…
Are you a VIFP (Very Important Fun Person)?
On board Carnival Valor Windham Travel & Leisure has many clients who are loyal repeat cruisers for one line or another…or a few. Just this month Carnival has revamped and rebranded its guest recognition program for past guests. The “Very Important Fun Person (VIFP) Club” is divided into five levels based on the number of…
From my friend visting Fiji this week. : )
Guest blog from one of my travel partners -This is just one of the many places that Heather visited during her week in Fiji. Heather Hendrix is the Associate Director of Sales-SE for Travel Impressions and is passionate about helping travel agents (like me) grow their businesses! This is my view as I write to…
Here’s Your Very Own Pocket Travel Consultant!
I have an EXTREMELY nifty travel tip for you, your family and friends. While traveling, how would you like to have all destination info at your fingertips at all times…on your phone? Pocket Travel Consultant is a free app that allows you to carry all of the destination information you need while traveling, right in…
What is a DMC?
DMC-Tropical Incentives – Cabo San Lucas What is a DMC or Ground Operator? A Destination Management Company (DMC) or Ground Operator is a local company that provides consulting and specifically logistic services based on their expert knowledge of a particular destination. If your company or organization…or special group is planning a trip, a company incentive…
Why should you book with a travel agent?
You should book with a local travel agent because they are a small business owner in your community. You are paying virtually the same price as you would pay by booking on line or directly with the hotels, cruise lines, etc… The travel suppliers (hotels, cruise lines, and name brands like Sandals, Disney, etc…) are…
