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 you are on). You can snorkel, zip line, tool around on a golf cart, or do nothing on one of the most magnificent beaches in the world, Playa Norte. Learn about this tropical paradise!
Have you been to Isla Mujeres? Want to go? We can help!
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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. We’re really excited to hear all about this popular west coast destination!
Have you been to Cabo? What do you think?
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Hola from sunny Mexico! When we last talked about Cancún in Episode 16, Outlander travel agents Andy and Elizabeth had just returned from a research trip as guests of the Cancún Tourism Board. Recently, Sandy traveled to Cancún for training with the Mark Travel Group as well as Lomas Travel, a destination specialist in the area. She visited 12 resorts and had some different experiences on her trip, so we wanted to hear what she thought. Some of this week’s topics include:
*Lomas Travel – what do they do?
*Live Aqua – host hotel – what is it like?
*Playa Mujeres – Excellence group (Beloved, Excellence, Finest)
*Moon Palace
*Maroma Beach, El Dorado/Karisma resorts
*Favorite adult-only resort
*Favorite family resort
Have you been to Cancún lately? What are your thoughts on this sunny vacation destination?
Teens are known for being lots of things… moody, aloof, rebellious, and even super busy with frantic school, work and volunteer commitments. So of course they need a vacation too! So what sorts of vacations do teens want? What are they most interested in seeing? Do they really want to travel with their parents? Let’s talk through this and see what we can suggest for traveling with your favorite teenager.
*All-inclusive resorts
*Disney
*Europe
*Hawaii
*Alaska
*National parks
Have you traveled with teens? Where did you go and how was the vacation? Let us know!
Beaches, which is owned by the Sandals Corporation, offers its brand of Luxury Included Vacations to the family market, with resorts in Ocho Rios, and Negril, Jamaica, as well as Turks and Caicos. The popularity of all inclusive vacations has been on the rise, with family options becoming more and more in demand. Here at Outlander Travel we are fortunate enough to have had agents visit all three of these, so we can answer your questions.
*Why Beaches?
*What can I expect from an All Inclusive?
*How is Beaches different from other resorts out there?
*How long should I plan to stay?
*Is there a minimum age?
*Would young kids enjoy it? What about teenagers?
*Can adults still have some alone time?
*How is the food?
*What if I want to leave the resort? Is it safe?
Are you ready for an amazing all-inclusive tropical vacation? Have you been to beaches? Let us know!
Vacations are important, and everyone wants the most value for the dollar. The problem is that there is no “one size fits all” vacation out there. What is perfect for a couple or small group of friends might not be the best option for a family on a budget. Also, how do you know what is realistic for your budget? This week we wanted to take a look at different types of vacations you can experience with a $3000 budget. And guess what? There are many and they are exciting! We explore…
*7-night all-inclusive beach resort in Cancun for two
*9-nights in Italy for two – including several nights in a Tuscan villa!
*7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise on a mid-priced line
*7-nights in a luxury Jamaican resort with a butler
*Tahiti/Bora Bora cruise on a luxury yacht…and more!
Do you keep to a budget when traveling? What is the best “budget” trip you’ve taken? Let us know!
aimee@outlandertravel.com
andy@outlandertravel.com
elizabeth@outlandertravel.com
lindsay@outlandertravel.com
robin@outlandertravel.com
sandy@outlandertravel.com
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The popularity of an All-Inclusive vacation is at a high right now. With everything from destination weddings, honeymoons, and family trips where everything is taken care of before you travel, these are a great option for people who love to relax on the beach or try something new like snorkeling or stand up paddleboard, or even golf, scuba, or sailing. Recently several members of the Outlander team had the opportunity to visit one of the most well-known all-inclusive resort brands – Sandals and Beaches! In this weeks episode we discuss all of their different options in their flagship country of Jamaica. Topics include:
* What are the differences in the Sandals resorts?
* Where do you go for the best beach?
* How long does it take to get to the resorts from the Montego Bay airport?
* What are the Beaches resorts like for families?
* On a budget? Try Grand Pineapple!
* Where can you see both the sunrise and sunset?
* What is included in your All Inclusive vacation?
* The Sandals Foundation
* Where can you take a Dragon Boat to a private island?
* Why Sandals is the perfect foodie vacation
* Who are you allowed/supposed to tip?
* Different nightly themed parties
*Should you upgrade to Club or Butler level?
Have you been to one of the Sandals Resorts in Jamaica? What did you think of it? Let us know! Please leave us a comment below or email any of us. We look forward to hearing from you!
Welcome to Episode 5 of Fly Away… A weekly podcast from Outlander Travel about the thing we love most… Travel! Each week, we will talk about different adventures and vacation options out there, some local, some more exotic. Join us as we chat about our own travels and those of our clients! Hopefully, our talks will help you dream, plan, and get out there!
This week we talk to Aimee about her love of the Caribbean and get her recommendations. Topics include:
- All-Inclusive or Cruise?
- Where are the best places to scuba dive or snorkel?
- Where are the best beaches? Which ones should you avoid?
- What if you want to explore archaeological sites?
- Exotic local cuisine
- Best options for families
- When to go for the best prices
What do you think? Have you been to the Caribbean or do you want to go? What was the weirdest food you ever sampled? We’d love it if you’d comment below! You can also reach us via email. Hope to hear from you soon!
elizabeth@outlandertravel.com
sandy@outlandertravel.com
aimee@outlandertravel.com
andy@outlandertravel.com
