Covid-19 certainly taught us some lessons, didn’t it?
I don’t know about you, but I have such a renewed sense of appreciation for any trip I get to make, and I do mean any trip.
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Hi everyone. I hope you are looking forward to a wonderful weekend.
Remember last week when I said COVID is directly to blame for lots of complications we are all currently facing? Well, that goes double for the backlog in the passport application process.
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Last week I attended some upper level meetings with dignitaries and company CEO’s from all across the world. There was one constant refrain: It’s not our fault, it’s because of COVID. We are doing the best we can.
I’ve had several customers say to me over the past few weeks that they are sick and tired of hearing “it’s because of COVID”. But here’s the thing. . .
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I bet you’ve been wondering what our next big group event is going to be. When it’s going to be announced, and where we’re going to be going.
Just to recap, our current privately escorted tours that have openings are:
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Have you ever tried to plan something, thinking you had plenty of time, only to find it sold out? I’ve had it happen to me many times, for restaurants, movie tickets, and events. I am betting you have as well. But none of us has had it happen in travel the way it’s happening right now. It’s astounding.
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I don’t know about you, but I’ve been missing the world … a lot. Over the last few months, I have found myself daydreaming about my next great adventure, waiting for the day to put plans into action. Well the moment has finally come to leave normal behind and get back to amazing!
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If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a thousand times, “Quality is the best business plan”.
But what is a quality vacation?
A quality vacation has several components.
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Dear Globetrotting Friends,
As Europe begins to open up I thought you might be able to benefit from the attached European tipping guidelines. Feel free to download them and keep them for future reference.
Also, a word of advice. Just in case we need to have COVID booster shots later. . .
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Here are the most up-to-date requirements for travel to Mexico, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Aruba, Curacao, St Martin and Hawaii.
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I don’t think people who live outside of tornado alley understand how we think here. How we pull together in a crisis.
When the pandemic hit, I lost count of how many of you called to tell me you were praying for me and for my company. I was moved to tears so many times by your calls and emails.
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Forgive me for bragging, but I am so proud of my team I just had to share it with you.
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Dear friends,
You have been asking me about villa rentals for years, and as you know, I've been afraid of booking you into any product I can't personally vouch for.
I finally found a company whose vetting process I trust, and in whose customer service department I have confidence. So I am very happy to announce the new villa program at The Joy of Travel.
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