Sailing Alaska on the Quantum of the Seas

Royal Caribbean is a favorite of us here at Outlander Travel. Donna took her family on an Alaskan cruise this summer on the Quantum of the Seas. From the port of Seattle through the Inside passage, this cruise is dubbed “The Alaska Starter Kit.” Once you experience Alaska, you will definitely want to come back. Donna has been to Alaska 3 times, but this was her famiIy’s first trip to the Last Frontier.

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Episode 416: Universal Studios Hollywood with Lisa Mullins

Here at Outlander Travel, we have talked extensively about Universal Orlando Resort. Well, we recently had a chance to travel to the other side of the country to experience the other Universal. Located in star-studded Hollywood lies Universal Hollywood Resort. We are very lucky to welcome, Lisa Mullins, Business Development Manager for Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations. Lisa joined the Universal team in 2018. In her current role, her primary responsibility is to work with key travel trade accounts and to drive vacation package, ticket and hotel revenue for Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. Lisa has over 20 years’ experience in the travel industry in both Europe and the US.

Lisa is originally from Ireland and moved to the US in 2012. In Ireland she worked as a travel agent, primarily focused on selling the US.

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Episode 413: Disneyland

Disneyland is, as the saying goes, The Happiest Place on Earth. So, what happens when you let 12 Outlanderians and about 500 other agents and suppliers descend on Disneyland for a week of conference time and fun? Well, we are about to tell you!

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Episode 412: Holland America – Koningsdam

This week we’re visiting two of our favorite things – Alaska and Holland America! Holland America Line is celebrating their 75th year in Alaska – they’ve been sailing there longer than Alaska has been a state. Recently, Lindsay and Sandy were able to sail with them again, this time on the Koningsdam, a Pinnacle Class ship. They’re here to tell us all about it.

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Episode 411: Two Truths and a Lie – San Antonio

After 6 years of being at Outlander Travel, Donna FINALLY gets to have an episode dedicated to her hometown. San Antonio is where she grew up and it is a lively town, full of historical and cultural attractions. You can get lost in the museums or stroll through UNESCO world heritage sites. We can’t forget that there is some of the best food on the planet. Of course, she’s a little biased. So tonight, we are going to play Two Truths and a Lie for her hometown, San Antonio, Texas.

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Episode 410: Norwegian Pr1ma

Norwegian Cruise Line just launched a brand new class of ships called “Prima Class.” Instead of going bigger, Norwegian has chosen to go smaller, creating a more spacious, more sophisticated cruising experiencing. Elizabeth was invited to sail on the inaugural naming cruise and she is here to tell us all about what she experienced!

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Episode 409: Lyon

Lyon is located in the central-eastern part of France, about 2 hours by train and south of Paris. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lyon is considered the third largest city in France after Paris and Marseille. Both the Saône river and the Rhône River pass through the city of Lyon. Offering the perfect blend of tradition, food, history and culture, art- there is something for everyone to fall in love with within Lyon. Recently Lindsay had the opportunity to meet this beautiful city in person and is here to share.

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Episode 408: The Lower Danube

The Lower Danube is a place that most Americans have never seen. It is located in the former Soviet bloc and the marks of the Soviet Union are hard to erase. Made up of Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia and Hungary, this is the area of the Lower Danube. Here, you get a glimpse of the charm and simplicity of Eastern Europe. As it was before the commercialism of Western Europe seeped in. The world is starting to take notice of this hidden gem. When you go there, you will be in for a few surprises.

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