Isla Mujeres is a 20 minute high speed ferry ride from Cancun, but a million miles removed from Cancun’s urban scene. The island in the Caribbean Sea is less than 5 miles long with 15,000 inhabitants, and features beaches, as well as a dramatic and rocky coast line (depending on what side of the island […]
Back in Episode 39 we filled you in on all of the different ski options that Colorado has to offer. Well, we would be remiss if we didn’t take you back to this awesome state in summer and share some other must-do experiences. Home to Pike’s Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Garden of […]
We are very excited to introduce the newest addition to the Outlander team: Laura Moog Lanier! Laura is just learning the sales side of the travel business, but she has years of experience related to her specialty: traveling with special needs. Join us as we talk about the exciting changes in the industry in regards […]
This week Outlander Travel is embracing it’s literary roots. You may remember me referring to my “previous life” as a librarian. This week I’ve invited some of my literary-minded, librarian “squad” to discuss how books can inspire travel, and how we can help you create itineraries that allow you to visit some of your favorite […]
You may have noticed recent stories in the news about long lines at airports. I’m talking really really long lines! There were even reports in May of travelers having to spend the night at the airport in Chicago because flights were missed. So what’s up with TSA? This week we wanted to talk about some […]
Puerto Rico is an attractive destination to US travelers because you don’t need a passport to travel there. A US territory, it uses the US Dollar and English is spoken everywhere. This island has something to offer everyone: white sand beaches, rainforest, coffee plantations, eco tourism, and water sports, just to name a few! Lindsay […]
Cabo San Lucas is at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula. Known for beaches, scuba, the sea arch ( El Arco de Cabo San Lucas), marine life, game fishing, and golf, it’s also a great place to watch whales in winter months. Aimee recently traveled there with her husband and stayed at the Hyatt Ziva. […]
Way back in Episode 4 we talked about Universal Studios and what was new back then. Well, the great thing about theme parks in Central Florida is that they’re always changing and adding new things. Plus – Episode 4? Really? I’m sure we’ve mentioned Universal since then, but we would be remiss if we didn’t […]
One of the things we hear a lot (especially when we are on a trip), is “I want your job!” Yes, we travel a lot, and yes, the locations are usually fun and picturesque. But is it all awesome all the time? Well of course nothing is, and when we come back home from a […]
Traveling abroad is exciting for many reasons. Sampling a new culture, visiting bucket list landmarks, trying an exotic new food or learning key phrases of a foreign language can help us broaden our horizons and see the world in a different way. But we also know that you still have to use common sense and […]
Spain is a country that is one of the top tourist destinations in the world…yet how many people do you know who have visited? Great Britain, France and Italy get a lot of attention from American travelers, and Spain is almost like a little Iberian secret. Rich in history, culture, food, wine, and a bargain […]
Listen in as Elizabeth shared her experience about her recent trip to Costa Rica with Adventures by Disney. Aimee also recently had clients go on the same tour and both families experienced the Disney Difference from Day One on this high-end luxury escorted tour. Elizabeth now has tons of information to share with us both […]
It is an exciting time to be a traveling reader. Gone are the days of having to check luggage to bring bulky paper books with you on your trip. But what device should you choose for your travels if you are new to e-reading? An iPad? A black and white reader like a Kindle? Are […]
On last week’s show we talked to Elizabeth’s sister, Linda, about her experiences living in Hong Kong. This week we’d like to welcome her back and pick her brain about another bucket list place of mine in Asia – Japan! Japan is made up of almost 7,000 islands, but 97% of it’s land area is […]
A former British Colony, Hong Kong sets itself apart from mainland China in many ways, and who better to fill us in than someone who has lived there! Learn about visa requirements, where to stay, “must do” attractions, food, customs and more. We would like to welcome back to the show this week Elizabeth’s sister, Linda. Way […]
Being in the travel industry has taught us a thing or two. Always keep your passport current. Travel insurance is important. The cheapest price is not always the best value. One of the big things we’ve learned is just how many different types of trips there are out there. One of the most exciting trends […]
We’ve talked in the past about how Americans take significantly fewer vacation days than In our industry, things start picking up right after Christmas. People are done with the holiday rush, getting ready to file their taxes, and begin to look forward to the year ahead. We spoke last week about the importance of taking […]
We’ve talked in the past about how Americans take significantly fewer vacation days than our counterparts in other countries. There are also reports that show workers are actually leaving vacation time on the table. As vacation planners we can’t imagine how this is possible! A recent study by Alamo Rent a Car offers an explanation: […]
It’s a great time to be a Star Wars fan! Disney has recently announced several changes coming to the parks that feature the iconic film series and its many brands. Tonight we want to focus on one of their more unique experiences – Star Wars Day at Sea on Disney Cruise Line. These special voyages […]
With social media taking over our lives, some travelers choose their destination for bragging as much as they do for adventure and experience. Now that ALL of our friends from grade school through to the PTA can see where we are going in real time, we want those photos to be amazing and conversation-starting. Perhaps […]
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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!
