Category Archives: All – Vacation Inspiration

Make the Amalfi Coast a Stop on your Mediterranean Cruise

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If you’ve travelled in Italy, you probably have seen Rome, Naples, and Florence — all fascinating destinations with many attractions for tourists.  If you’re ready to take a break from historic buildings, art museums, tour guides and crowds, maybe you’re ready for a Mediterranean cruise with a focus on the Amalfi Coast. A Seabourn cruise […]

River Cruising for the Active Traveler

A cruise vacation is meant to be relaxing, but some of us can sit still and watch the scenery go by for only so long.  Then we want to be out exploring the various ports of call and doing things that we can’t do at home.  Active and Discovery Cruises are offered by Avalon Waterways […]

Combining a River and Ocean Cruise with Viking

Add a river cruise to an ocean cruise to tour Scandinavia and Europe?  Brilliant!  Viking Cruises is now offering the chance to experience an ocean voyage cruising the North Sea combined with a river cruise on the Rhine River in Europe.  The bonus is that you get two cruises in one trip — that means […]

Why Cruise Alaska with Hurtigruten?

Alaska is in many ways “The Last Frontier” in the US.  Its vast, uninhabited forestlands, wild rivers, and immense glacier fields are the epitome of nature’s grandeur.  Hurtigruten Expeditions allow you to experience these wonders in the most eco-friendly way possible.  Their “small ships” with a passenger capacity of approximately 500 guests, utilize hybrid technology […]

The Glaciers of Alaska

Awe-inspiring, majestic and breathtaking are just a few of the adjectives used to describe the massive mountains of ice known as glaciers and frankly, none of these do it justice. Synonymous with the “Last Frontier” known as Alaska, the state boasts some 100,000 glaciers covering 30,000 square miles, creating an inimitable backdrop like none other. […]

Eco-Friendly Hotels

Staying at an eco-friendly hotel or villa can go hand in hand with a luxurious vacation. You’ll find accommodations that are in harmony with the surrounding landscape, offering a chance to explore and learn about the natural world as you relax in a unique setting.   From the United States to Mexico and the Caribbean, here are some of […]

Historical Destinations for Kids

If you’re planning a family vacation this summer, living history museums are a great way to combine a fun experience with a chance to learn about America’s past.   Plymouth, Massachusetts, about an hour south of Boston, is the site of the first Thanksgiving and home to Plymouth Rock, where the Pilgrims landed in 1620. You can step aboard […]

Business Travel: Tips for Finding the Best Accommodations

When you’re on the road for business, your hotel room becomes not only your home away from home but often your office, too. So choosing the right hotel can be crucial to the success of your trip. Location is key. If you’re only going to be in town for a short time and you’re on […]

Using A Travel Advisor

Americans are eager to start going places again, according to a recent survey of consumers conducted by Travel Leaders Network.  In a nationwide poll of 2,783 past and current clients, 62 percent said they were planning to take a vacation in 2021, and one in three have already booked their next trip. When it comes to what they miss […]

To Stroller or Not to Stroller at Disney?

Some things you should know about using strollers at Walt Disney World: Strollers are a necessity for many of us at Walt Disney World.  I, personally, have brought a stroller with for many years, when traveling with my 2 girls.  The trip that we were finally stroller free, was even that much more magical, although […]

What to Expect When You Fly

If you have a trip planned this year for business or pleasure and it’s been awhile since you’ve flown, here’s some of what you can expect the next time you board a plane.    First, the rule requiring masks remains in place. And it’s not a decision left up to individual airlines. Federal law requires that you wear […]

Luxury Mountain Resorts

For natural beauty and the chance to really get away from it all, it’s hard to beat a trip to the mountains. To get an idea of what you can expect, here are a few examples of luxury mountain resorts in the United States and the Caribbean They’re all part of Travel Leaders’ SELECT program, where you’ll be […]

Digital Health Passport

International travel has been severely curtailed as governments around the world try to prevent the spread of COVID-19. One barrier to resuming flights has been the lack of a widely accepted method for verifying the health status of travelers. Currently, the diverse testing requirements for entry to different countries, as well as the different types of tests required by […]

This Resort Will Leave You “Breathless”

Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa is a vibrant, chic and modern all-suite resort for adults seeking a sophisticated and lively getaway! Our layout consisting of 526 ultra-contemporary suites and three horseshoe shaped buildings and sections, each with their own unique personality and vibe, offers singles, couples, and friends the perfect balance of excitement and […]

Culinary Travel

Culinary travel is more than just sampling new dishes — it’s a window into what makes a destination special: the history, culture and traditions. If planning a vacation that revolves around exploring new food sounds tempting to you, here are a few destinations to explore. Your Travel Leaders travel advisor will have lots of other suggestions. When you think of Chicago, […]