June 2023 Newsletter
Happenings
Let's talk about Alaska Cruises! I fell in love with Alaska last year when I did my own cruise and land tour. I experienced so many popular sights while I was there: viewed Mendenhall Glacier, watched whales bubble netting, visited bald eagles and raptors, rode the White Train Pass in Gold Rush country, sailed in Galcier National Park, and safaried in Denali National park. It was one of the best trips ever.
Here are some fun tidbits about Alaska cruises:
Did you know know that approx. 70% of first time cruisers choose Alaska as there first cruise.
The Alaskan cruise season is shorter than other destinations (typically April through September) and demand is high.
The entire family revel in iconic Alaska like sweeping glaciers and snow-capped mountains as well as unforgettable animal encounters.
Balcony staterooms are a must. Seeing magnificent glacier views, not to mention sea lions and otters, from the privacy of your own cabin is paramount on an Alaskan cruise.
There is an array of family-friendly shore excursions. Check out my blog for more details on what activities you can do at the different cruise ports in Alaska.
Alaska cruises tend to book up a year in advance. If you are thinking about an Alaska cruise in 2024 or 2025, contact me today. Rooms go quickly due to the shorter cruise season.
-Anne
V&V Travel Info
The October 2024 Mediterranean Cruise is selling faster than I anticipated! I only have a few staterooms left at my special pricing!
Travel with me on a Mediterranean Cruise October 19-29, 2024. We will be sailing on NCL's newest ship the Viva. This is going to be a once in a lifetime trip.
My special pricing ends July 12, 2023 and then goes back up to current day pricing which is about $500 more per person for a balcony room. Reserve your spot before July 12, 2023.
Space is limited and is first come, first serve. Deposit of $250 per cabin. Reserve your cruise stateroom here.
Trip Requests
Here are some of the 2023 and 2024 trip requests I worked on this past month:
European Adventure - A referred client reached out about a family Europe trip. She knew they wanted to visit Italy and Greece and wanted to have their days laid out for them. After gathering some of their must do sights, I was able to find a land tour for Italy with a Celebrity Greece cruise to follow. They will get to experience the best of both worlds but traveling by land and sea.
Birthday Cruise on the Utopia of the Seas - My cruise loving family is off on a birthday cruise next year for their oldest daughter. This ship is the newest addition to the Royal Caribbean family. They love experiencing the newest ships out there as a family.
Italy Adventure - My clients wanted a guided tour of Italy to make things a little easier on the planning, but after a few calls we both quickly realized that they would be happier on their own. Together we planned their itinerary for each day, with plenty of free time, and got them all squared away in just a few days. They will get all the activities they wanted on a guided tour, but will be able to enjoy their vacation just the two of them.
Alaska Cruises - I had a number of requests for Alaska for 2024 and even 2025. I booked a multi-generational family on Celebrity for a round trip Vancouver cruise. Grandma is ready to hit the must see spots now that she is retired. I have a few others booked on land and sea tours with Holland America (my most booked cruise tour). They will get to visit Denali after their cruise. I hope they all love Alaska as much as I do.
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 2024 - Egypt (SOLD OUT) and Jordan (4 spots remain)- Two tours back to back. In Egypt we will be touring the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, and Abu Simbel, visiting the Egyptian Museum, cruising for three nights on the Nile, and spending time in the Valley of the Kings. In Jordan we will be spending one night in a Bedouin Camp, touring Petra, floating in the Dead sea, and experiencing a 4x4 excursion in Wadi Rum. Join me on this adventure! Reserve your spot on the Jordan tour here.
October 2024 - Mediterranean Cruise (only a few rooms left) 10 day cruise on Norwegians newest ship the Viva. Visit Greece, Turkey, Italy, and France. Start the cruise in Athens, Greece and end in Rome, Italy. This is an outstanding itinerary. Reserve your spot on this cruise here.
Potential Trips TBD:
Panama Canal Cruise and Costa Rica - Spring 2025
England and Scotland - Summer 2025
Europe Christmas Markets - Winter 2025
African Safari - Summer 2026
If you are interested in joining me on one or all of these trips, please reply to this email.
