February 2023 Newsletter
Happenings
If you have been waiting to plan that summer or fall trip, or even travel in 2023, you are behind. Many popular destinations are booked up already. The closer we are to travel, the more limited the options.
Here are a few things to consider when deciding when to start planning your next trip:
Many of the top destinations book a year or two in advance even before the pandemic. It is now even harder to book these destinations. If you have a bucket list trip for 2023 or 2024, start planning now.
The demand for travel is higher than I have ever seen. If you are waiting for a "deal" to come along, you might be waiting too long and miss out. Prices of flights, tours, cruises, and resorts are only going up. The longer you wait to secure your spot the more likely the price is going to go up or there won't be enough spots for you and your family.
Most cruises or tours will only have a small deposit to secure your spot with most final payments not due until 30-120 days before travel. It is worth it to start planning now to ensure you have a spot this year (or next year).
Send me an email if you are ready to start planning your next trip.
-Anne
V&V Travel Info
I will be traveling to Egypt and Jordan in April 2024!! Join me on an adventure to the only Old World Wonder left standing and end the trip at one of the New Seven World Wonders.
I have selected two tours that will run back to back. Join me for one or for both. Highlights include:
Guided tour of the Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx
Visit the Library of Alexandria
Tour of Abu Simbel
Three-night Nile cruise
Bedouin Camp Overnight
Dead Sea visit
Petra guided tour
Red Sea stay
These tours are small group tours of only 15 guests. Space is limited and is first come, first serve. Deposit of $350 per person, per tour reserves your place. Reserve your spot to one or both tours here.
Trip Requests
Here are some of the 2023 and 2024 trip requests I worked on this past month:
Another Italy Honeymoon - A referred client inquired about planning their honeymoon this summer. They weren't sure what type of honeymoon they wanted, so we discussed cruising around Italy or traveling by train. They decided they wanted to visit a few cities and staying for a few days in each city to really enjoy the local culture. They are going to love discovering Sorrento, Rome, Florence, and Venice.
Sandals Anniversary Trips - My clients are celebrating some huge milestone anniversaries this year. It doesn't matter if your are celebrating 1 year, 5 years, or 50 years, Sandals is offering a free night when you stay 7 nights in a Club room or higher. I have booked anniversary clients to Grande St Lucian, Montego Bay, Antiqua, and South Coast. All these clients received a free night just for traveling during their anniversary (or close to it).
Punta Cana All Inclusive Family Trip - My new client realizes that her kids are getting older (ages 22-16) and their family traveling experience might look a little different soon as their children get older and start families of their own so they are heading on an all inclusive family trip. They will be staying at Royalton Bavaro in Punta Cana in swim out rooms. They are going to love the beach, pools, lazy river, and spending time together in paradise.
My Groups
II love hosting group trips. Here is where I am heading in the coming year(s). Which one do you want to join me on?
April 2023 - (Sold Out) Tulip Time River Cruise. I have only a few rooms available on the AmaMora. We will spend 7 days exploring the Netherlands and Belgium enjoying the blossoms, chocolate, and beer.
April 2024 - Egypt and Jordan- (12 spots remain) Two tours back to back. Join me for one or both tours. Reserve your spot to one or both tours here.
What other Group Trips should I plan for 2024?
If you are interested in joining me on one or all of these trips, please reply to this email.
