We are also honored and a bit giddy to welcome our special guest tonight, Robbi Hamida! Robbi may not be famous to YOU, but to us, he is a bit of an icon, both for his amazing knowledge of the airline industry and for his colorful and fun themed suits he wears to our national conferences. […]
From a young age Amy was exposed to traveling because of her family’s love of travel. Her parents were avid travelers and took Amy with them on many an adventure. When she was in her early twenties, Amy became a Flight Attendant so she could travel and experience the world and her travel experiences have been rich […]
Travel agents are planners. It’s what we do. That doesn’t, however, mean that we plan every minute of our vacations. Some people like to wing it and we get that. Some people like an outline, some like to know what they’re doing every day, and some have some “must do’s” that are essential. Whatever your […]
This is the situation… You get to the airport with plenty of time and while you are waiting for your flight, it gets delayed for whatever reason. Then, you miss your connection. So, the airline reroutes you on another airline to get you to your destination in a reasonable amount of time. However, they warn […]
There are many different ways to experience the world around us- this week we thought it would be fun to take a closer look at one of the fastest growing types of travel- independent travel! What is independent travel? Who does it appeal to most? What are some of the mistakes independent travelers make? And, what […]
The continent of Africa and the countries contained within it are rich in culture, natural beauty, welcoming people, and a diverse offering of cuisine, music, biodiversity and of course its native animals and wildlife. It is a continent that once experienced will open places in your soul you had long forgotten about and offer you […]
Nick Hughes is a former member of the French Foreign Legion who parlayed his military experience in to being a body guard for the rich and famous. His career took him around the world and his clients have included members of the Saudi Royal family, the artist Peter Max, various rock and roll stars and […]
Something big is coming our way! You may have seen the commercials recently with the large ball from Pixar rolling across America, heading toward Walt Disney World! Well, the time is almost here! Recently several Outlander Agents were able to attend the Toy Story Road Shows to hear about the new stuff heading to the […]
Friends of the podcast Kevin and Peter joined one of their closest friends and spent 3 weeks this past August on the trip of a lifetime exploring Norway from many different vantage points. Norway is ranked as “The second happiest country” in the world, on criteria such as freedom, honesty, welfare, good health, and generosity. Norway […]
Vacations help us relax and unwind, but the airplane ride to paradise can sometimes have the complete opposite effect. So we thought it might be helpful, maybe even therapeutic, if we took a closer look at some of the ays we could make flying a little more enjoyable. What are your pet peeves from your […]
What could be better than traveling with your best friend, but what happens when your best friend has 4 paws and a tail? Recently Outlander agent Lindsay had the opportunity to find out first hand when she flew home with her brand new puppy, Watson. So, this week we are talking about all of the […]
One of the fastest-growing trends in the world of travel is adventure. Defining exactly what it means is a little tricky. For some, adventure could mean leisurely biking and hiking tours. For others, it might entail BASE jumping into an underground cave in Mexico. The main facets of adventure travel usually include traveling to a […]
Spring is in the air at Outlander Travel and everyone is looking forward to their next big adventure. While getting away with the one you love, or spending quality time with your family can be essential for your well being- there is another type of travel that is dear to our hearts- Girlfriend Getaways! Whether […]
Carnival Cruise Line prides itself on being the most accessible cruise line in the country. What we mean is that their ports are within driving distance of more Americans than any other cruise line in the US. The Carnival Paradise ship, in particular, calls Tampa, Florida, home. Outlander Travel agent Ashley recently went aboard the […]
One of the questions we hear most often from clients is whether or not it’s worth it to purchase a dining plan for their Walt Disney World vacation. Well, like most things, the answer depends on the individual. Disney has a few options as far as their dining plans go, so we thought we’d take […]
This week, we are joined by a very special guest, Freddy Valderrama! Freddy is the Disney Destinations District Sales Manager (DSM) for the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas territory. He is our “line to the Mouse,” helping us Master our knowledge of Disney Destinations and supporting us as we help our clients plan their […]
Remember as a kid when Christmas was magical, surprising and fun? Yeah, so do we. Before crowded malls, and wrapping gifts, and homemade artisan cookies, and….all the work that sucks the fun out of being holly & jolly. Festive markets are the highlight of mainland Europe’s winter calendar. With roots in religion and tradition, the […]
We here at Outlander Travel like to pride ourselves on being experts in all things travel related, but even experts had to start learning somewhere. So today we are going to share with you some of our own mistakes as well as those made by others, who shall of course remain nameless. Overpacking? Underpacking? Getting a killer […]
Recently Donna got the privilege to go check out Club Med Val Thorens in Val Thorens, France to see the slopes, tour the resort and learn about how Club Med really does “ALL INCLUSIVE.” She flew into Geneva, Switzerland and got to see the Christmas Market in Montreaux, Switzerland as a short side trip, and […]
We have talked about Norwegian Cruise Lines a few times now over the course of our 170 episodes… specifically the Getaway (twice) and the Epic. This past holiday season, Elizabeth and her family experienced the newest ship in the Norwegian family (well, for a few more months it’s the newest), the Norwegian Escape. So tonight, […]
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When we aren’t traveling, we love to read books that transport us to new and unique places. And who knows? Your next read might inspire your next trip!
