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, […]
You may have caught on from previous episodes that some of the agents here are Disney fanatics. There is always something new going on at the parks, and we are always happy to research it for you! Well, this summer we’ve decided to put a group together July 29 – August 3 so that you […]
We are excited to welcome a very special guest tonight, Elizabeth’s son Marcus. At almost 12 years old, Marcus has 10 cruises under his belt and he can’t wait for the next one. We plan trips for families all the time at Outlander Travel, but what better way to learn what kids like and don’t like than to ask them […]
Once again, we would like to take an episode to introduce you to one of Outlander’s talented newer agents. Ashley grew up in a family that deeply valued vacations and they were quick to pack up the mini-van and take a road trip to many state parks and attractions in the southeast. Ashley’s first plane […]
The Riviera Maya is a resort district along the Caribbean coast of the Yucutan penninsula, Just south of Cancun’s hotel zone. Starting just north of Playa del Carmen and extending south toward Tulum, this area is famous for all-inclusive resorts, aquatic activities involving everything from dolphins to underground rivers to camels. Yes… camels. Of course […]
Every now and again, we like to introduce you to one of Outlander Travel’s amazingly talented and knowledgeable agents. A few weeks ago, we introduced you to Anna and today, we are excited to welcome another one of our newest Disney-focused agents, Kristen! Hi, Kristen! Kristen’s love to plan travel began at a young age. […]
Another year has flown by with surprising speed, and as we look back on all of the great experiences we had in 2017, we also wanted to look ahead to the coming year and talk about what’s on the horizon. One great resolution is to try to visit somewhere new every year. So where are […]
Every now and again, we like to introduce you to one of Outlander Travel’s amazingly talented and knowledgeable agents. We have seen quite a bit of growth this year, so over the next few weeks, you will hear from some of our newer agents and learn what brought them to the industry and what sorts […]
Princess Cruise Lines is known for its refined ships, excellent cuisine, and Broadway style shows. Donna and Sandy were recently aboard the Regal Princess for a short 2 night cruise. Originally the cruise was meant to showcase the new Ocean Medallion technology. Unfortunately it was not quite ready yet, and Princess wants to make sure […]
Between the popularity of Game of Thrones and the rise of affordable international airfare we talked about in Episode 159, Iceland has become a “hot” travel destination. By now, most have seen at least one incredible picture of the country of Fire and Ice. Does it live up to the pictures? Has its popularity diminished […]
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