European Christmas markets have a history that goes back to the late Middle Ages. It’s hard not to get into a festive mood with hearty, comforting food that warms your body and soul, the cheerful and lively atmosphere in the market squares, and the fairy tale surroundings (often majestic cathedrals or city halls serving as backdrops in […]
This week we are excited to talk with Sandy & Lindsay about their recent visit to Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island. This Luxury Included All Inclusive is located on the white sandy beaches of Delaport Bay in Nassau, Bahamas, just a quick 15-minute shuttle ride away from the airport. This beautiful resort is adults only, and was […]
We are all familiar with Florida and it’s many theme park attractions, but we often overlook the other gems that it has to offer. For example, did you know that the #1 rated beach in the US on Trip Advisor is Clearwater Beach? Or that you can stay in an Adventure themed room at the […]
About an hour drive from the theme parks in Central Florida is a hidden gem that Sandy and Lindsay recently discovered. Safari Wilderness Park is a nature reserve/working ranch that features all sorts of animals you would find on safari. because we knew we couldn’t do it justice, we’re thrilled this week to welcome Emily Jaffe […]
All inclusive resorts offer the enticing option of traveling without being constantly reminded of your budget. You simply pay one price up front, and are then free to enjoy your vacation worry & credit card free. But is it truly that simple? This week we wanted to share with you everything you need to know to help you decide if […]
One of our personal favorite things about travel is experiencing it with family and friends. It doesn’t just have to be people you know, though. Groups can be made of people with similar interests and hobbies too. This week we wanted to give you an idea of some of the different types of groups you could […]
Barbados is a sovereign island country in the Lesser Antilles. It is 21 miles long and up to 14 miles wide, covering an area of 167 square miles. It is situated in the western area of the North Atlantic and 62 miles east of the Windward Islands and the Caribbean Sea putting it east of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines north-east of Trinidad and Tobago. If all of that means nothing […]
You might be thinking that this episode is directed at listeners with children. Well, not 100% There are also plenty of adults without kids who still don’t want to tell certain family members their travel plans until right before they leave. Whether it’s Vacation Shaming for taking the time off, or someone making comments about how […]
Do you think of yourself as a solo traveling pro? A recent New York Times article outlined some tips on “best practices”, and things to avoid, and we have my own to share as well, so that you can go ahead and take that trip solo without the worry! Listen up and learn some tips from us. […]
We have mentioned the City of Lights of previous podcasts, but we’ve never really given Paris the attention she deserves. Luckily Elizabeth and her family visited! We are also joined tonight by “Mr. Outlander Travel,” Chris. Chris , you may remember, is Elizabeth’s spouse and is occasionally forced to endure research trips with her. Congrats […]
As you know, we here at Outlander Travel are always looking for new and exciting adventures for our clients. Well, in October it was Aimee’s turn to take one for the team. She and her husband Scott went to Europe to experience small ship, luxury cruising in Italy and France with Windstar Cruises. Her pictures […]
This week we are pleased to welcome special guest Tammy. Tammy recently returned from Peru with G Adventures. If you’re not familiar with G Adventures, they specialize in Adventure Travel and smaller group sizes. There are several different types of tours, ranging from comfort to active. Tammy’s trip took her to Machu Picchu. We’re so […]
The Harmony of the Seas is the newest Oasis Class ship from Royal Caribbean. She made her debut in Europe in 2016 and has made her way across the pond to port in Fort Lauderdale. Elizabeth was fortunate enough to enjoy a 2 night cruise on the Harmony, so she’s here to tell us what […]
Outlander Travel is celebrating a big milestone in 2017 – Five years in business! And what better way to honor the accomplishment than inviting you to join us on a special trip in August 2017. There is a story behind why we chose Ireland, and this is the perfect opportunity to fill you in on […]
This week we are also thrilled to welcome George Ecabert from Paradise Found Vacations. George is going on 4 years as an agency owner and is getting ready to launch his own podcast, “Toes in the Sand,” which will focus on all-inclusive resort news and reviews. He recently returned from Punta Cana where he was […]
Choo choo – all aboard! Traveling by train is a fun option you may not have considered. Di you know that you can visit most American cities by rail? National Parks? What about Europe or even Canada? We thought we’d fill you in on some fun experiences out there. Do you like train travel? Where have […]
Most people think of Disney, and they think characters and rides. They can’t imagine why some people go back over and over again. What could they possibly see in it? How many times can you really ride Haunted Mansion? Well, we like to tell people that you’ll never get to do everything in one trip. […]
The Caribbean and the east coast were recently impacted by Hurricane Matthew. Storms like this have a massive impact on travel, and part of that is the uncertainty of which path they will take. Many times it’s wait and see if you should cancel your plans, rearrange your schedule, or sit tight and hope for the best. […]
In September several Outlander agents attended our annual conference in sunny San Diego! Coronado Island to be specific. We got to do a little bit of sightseeing even though our schedules were jam packed, so we wanted to give you an overview of why you should visit, and throw in a couple other Southern California attractions […]
One statistic that always surprises us is that 80% of Americans have never cruised! There are lots of reasons people give us, but we think it’s something you have to experience before you decide. There are lots of great reasons to cruise, and all of the cruise lines are different, so how do you find […]
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