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Watch America’s Cup Races from the balcony of a cruise ship

Watch America’s Cup Races from the balcony of a cruise ship

March 13, 2012 | By

THE BEST SAILORS – THE FASTEST BOATS The America’s Cup finals are returning to the U.S. for the first time in 17 years from 9/7/13 – 9/22/13 in San Francisco, California.  Celebrity Cruises is offering a 10 night Pacific Coastal Wine Cruise that would give you the opportunity to watch …

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Your travel photography questions answered

Your travel photography questions answered

March 10, 2012 | By

I’m known among my family and friends as the official “historian” of any get together, as they good-naturedly groan when I inevitably pull out my camera.  I don’t pretend to be a great photographer, but I do love taking pictures of the people I love…  especially while traveling!!  I come …

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New luggage styles make me happy

New luggage styles make me happy

March 8, 2012 | By

I’m like everyone else – I don’t want to pay an airline fee to check my bag, so I’ve become a master of the carry-on luggage.  We all have.  And the overhead storage bins are paying the price as travelers hold up the line of passengers while they try to …

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Thailand Honeymoon Adventure

Thailand Honeymoon Adventure

March 6, 2012 | By

One of our Andavo Travel affiliates, Nancy Neimann, was featured in the March issue of Virtuoso Life magazine.  She crafted an incredible 11-night honeymoon in Thailand for some clients of hers.  As a Virtuoso travel advisor, she was able to get them many complimentary meals and spa services during their …

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Global Entry program expands

March 6, 2012 | By

Frequent international travelers rejoice!  The government’s Global Entry program is expanding to four new airports, making the new total 24 airports!  Not familiar with this program? Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United …

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A family affair: Traveling with the kids in Africa

A family affair: Traveling with the kids in Africa

March 1, 2012 | By

Rosie Holliday, an Andavo Travel affiliate, recently published an article in the Vail Daily all about where to take your family in Africa… One of the fastest-growing travel trends in the past few years is multi-generational travel. It is a trend that is expected to grow, as today’s baby boomers …

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Paris in the winter… not to miss

Paris in the winter… not to miss

February 28, 2012 | By

A long weekend trip to Paris seemed like a great way to see the highlights of a city I had seemed to miss all these years. Winter is usually a good time to get a great price on air and hotels in Europe, since the weather is less than desirable …

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Antarctica, South Georgia, the Falklands: January 2013

Antarctica, South Georgia, the Falklands: January 2013

February 23, 2012 | By

January 2 – 23, 2013 In the spirit of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Antarctica expedition, our exploration of the White Continent offers in-depth Antarctica, South Georgia, and Falkland Islands adventure travel – all while seamlessly combining rich natural history with some of Mother Nature’s most rugged and dramatic landscapes. Your three-week …

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Frankfurt Airport: One to Avoid

Frankfurt Airport: One to Avoid

February 23, 2012 | By

After reading the Frommers list of best and worst airports in the world, I realized there was an airport missing, the one I avoid like the plague: Frankfurt! Having gone through the scrutiny of the security in Tel Aviv, it was interesting to see how the Germans carry things one step further. …

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Iceland Air – Cabin Class Reviews

Iceland Air – Cabin Class Reviews

February 21, 2012 | By

Iceland Air is scheduled to begin service from Denver to Reykjavik on May 11, 2012. With this non-stop service comes a new generation of cabin structure and service. Economy class will offer no meal service on a complimentary basis. Customers who travel in this cabin will want to purchase meals …

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