Royal Caribbean is a favorite of us here at Outlander Travel. Donna took her family on an Alaskan cruise this summer on the Quantum of the Seas. From the port of Seattle through the Inside passage, this cruise is dubbed “The Alaska Starter Kit.” Once you experience Alaska, you will definitely want to come back. […]
Here at Outlander Travel, we have talked extensively about Universal Orlando Resort. Well, we recently had a chance to travel to the other side of the country to experience the other Universal. Located in star-studded Hollywood lies Universal Hollywood Resort. We are very lucky to welcome, Lisa Mullins, Business Development Manager for Universal Parks & […]
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We are excited to welcome back to the podcast Outlander Agent Stacey. Stacey recently returned from a week in Roatan, Honduras, and she’s here to tell us about it. Elizabeth – Sandy – Donna
Disneyland is, as the saying goes, The Happiest Place on Earth. So, what happens when you let 12 Outlanderians and about 500 other agents and suppliers descend on Disneyland for a week of conference time and fun? Well, we are about to tell you! Elizabeth – Sandy – Donna
This week we’re visiting two of our favorite things – Alaska and Holland America! Holland America Line is celebrating their 75th year in Alaska – they’ve been sailing there longer than Alaska has been a state. Recently, Lindsay and Sandy were able to sail with them again, this time on the Koningsdam, a Pinnacle Class […]
After 6 years of being at Outlander Travel, Donna FINALLY gets to have an episode dedicated to her hometown. San Antonio is where she grew up and it is a lively town, full of historical and cultural attractions. You can get lost in the museums or stroll through UNESCO world heritage sites. We can’t forget […]
Norwegian Cruise Line just launched a brand new class of ships called “Prima Class.” Instead of going bigger, Norwegian has chosen to go smaller, creating a more spacious, more sophisticated cruising experiencing. Elizabeth was invited to sail on the inaugural naming cruise and she is here to tell us all about what she experienced! Elizabeth […]
Lyon is located in the central-eastern part of France, about 2 hours by train and south of Paris. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lyon is considered the third largest city in France after Paris and Marseille. Both the Saône river and the Rhône River pass through the city of Lyon. Offering the perfect blend […]
The Lower Danube is a place that most Americans have never seen. It is located in the former Soviet bloc and the marks of the Soviet Union are hard to erase. Made up of Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia and Hungary, this is the area of the Lower Danube. Here, you get a glimpse of the […]
Ireland is one of the most popular destinations in Europe for Americans. There are several reasons this could be true… flights are fairly short between the East Coast of the US and Ireland, flights tend to be fairly inexpensive between the East Coast and an amazingly high percentage of Americans can claim some sort of […]
Azamara Cruises known for it’s port intensive itineraries- offering longer port stays, overnights, and accessing unique ports that often appeal to the Culturally Curious Traveler. The smaller premium line, offers a luxury immersive experience with the perfect blend of authentic experience and indulgent luxury- enticing both avid cruisers as well as land lovers. Recently, Lindsay […]
It has been ten years since Disney Cruise Line last introduced a new ship. That was the Disney Fantasy and that brought Disney’s fleet up to four ships. This summer after much ado and a few delays. Disney’s fifth ship, The Disney Wish. started welcoming guests on board. Different from her four older sisters in […]
Italy is, without question, one of the top destinations in Europe for North Americans. However, the classic trip to Italy usually consists of Rome, Florence and Venice. Then the second classic trip usually involves the Amalfi Coast and Sorrento area. However, the Piemonte region of Italy should not be overlooked when you are planning a […]
Barcelona is one of the most unique cities in the European continent. From its Medieval roots to post-modern architectural buildings, the skyline of Barcelona is unlike anywhere else. Located on the Mediterranean Sea, it is a regular pre-cruise or post-cruise stop for many Mediterranean itineraries. Come find out what all is there as you come […]
We hoped that we would be passed this by now, but Covid is still rearing its ugly head. Luckily people are not getting as sick, but you’re still going to have to quarantine if you test positive. So what happens when you test positive on vacation? Well, not so luckily, Sandy got first-hand experience with […]
Elizabeth – George – Sandy – Donna This week we’re continuing the “Great Cruise Comeback” with Norwegian’s Breakaway. The first in its class, this ship set sail in 2013 and was based out of NYC (which was the inspiration for its hull art by Peter Max). Now she’s sailing from Miami and Sandy and her […]
In case you’re wondering, 400 episodes of a weekly podcast equals 7 years and 9 months! We have covered a lot of topics over the years, and thought it would be fun to think back on the ones that have stuck with us. Links will be in the show notes so they’ll be easy to […]
The Allure of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean’s Oasis class ships. Amongst some of the largest cruise ships on the planet, she holds a whopping 5000+ passengers. Right now, she is cruising out of Ft Lauderdale, but she will be making her way to Galveston, Texas in 2023. One of our own got […]
Disney is always keeping us on our toes with new technology, and Genie Plus is no different! You might remember the old Fast Pass system which has been replaced with Lightning Lane. Genie Plus is part of that new system, and there is quite a bit to cover. Elizabeth – George – Sandy – Donna
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