<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Stittsville Travel and Cruise Centre Feed</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/</link><description>A feed about blogs, place, products and testimonials etc.</description><copyright>2026 stittsvilletravel.ca All rights reserved</copyright><ttl>1800</ttl><item><guid isPermaLink="false">6c0a5f49-c3ea-4db6-9e98-d4d7a41fc7dd</guid><title>Feel The Love On Ten Pumping Adventures</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/feel-the-love-on-ten-pumping-adventures</link><description>&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/G_Adventures_tn320_63818922349663819.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The heart wants what it wants — and for many travellers that’s the chance to fall in love whether it be with your travelling companion, your chosen destination, or the charming people you meet along the way. Facing new challenges together builds greater connections and travel is basically a string of fresh hurdles in a beautiful destination. Learn to make arancini together in Southern Sicily! Catch your first Costa Rican wave with cool new travel buddies! Reconnect in Bali with the person you love most. (Um, that’s you!) All you need to do now is take our hand as&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;G Adventures guides you through our favourite places to feel and spread love around the world.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;For that first big adventure together as a couple.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;1. Get to know each other even better in Greece.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/864730f2-6207-4b74-878e-e823049575f9.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: The Best of Greece&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;2. Gaze into the pools of their eyes in Southern Sicily.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/a368e8df-4240-465c-aa21-47d6ab962ca6.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Explore Southern Sicily&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;3. Feel your love blossom anew in deer-est Japan.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/2c510f06-563b-47c1-8daa-a3eec5e5196b.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Discover Japan&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;4. Trod fresh ground together on the Trans Bhutan Trail.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/063e5032-2076-49bf-a4ec-dae6c2cd07a7.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Highlights of the Trans Bhutan Trail&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;For solo travellers looking to meet new people.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;5. Spend some quality time with yourself in Bali.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/a64f4ceb-36c0-43a2-bbb9-2a83d14b5fd7.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Wellness Bali&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;6. Look skyward with like-minded people in Iceland.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/a5655da5-17fb-4ac8-a4be-29e788f6090c.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Iceland Northern Lights &amp;amp; Golden Circle&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;For big-hearted adventurers wanting to do good.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;7. Directly support communities you visit in Sri Lanka.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/3d4dda31-557a-4092-aba6-5132592c83c8.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Sri Lanka Encompassed&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;8. Help beaches in the Maldives stay sparkling clean.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/e4b011e8-40c9-4970-883e-31729860fa9f.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Maldives Dhoni Explorer&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;For those looking to grow their friend groups globally.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;9. Hang ten in Costa Rica and then hang out with new friends.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/3b975b32-71ea-43a4-bc5a-31352322b0c7.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Costa Rica Beaches, Wildlife &amp;amp; Wild Times&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;10. Strengthen your bonds in Southern Thailand.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/14467fbf-a515-4f1b-9225-c3b6dab20b37.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Feel the love on tours like: Sailing Thailand - Phuket to Phuket&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;More Space. More Luxury. More Connected. Celebrity Beyond℠&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;We’ll use your contact details to send you online quotes. We will also share your data with our Travel Consultant in your area who may need to reach out to you regarding further special pricing.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Hero image by &lt;a href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/@8moments?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Simon Berger&lt;/a&gt; on &lt;a href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/s/photos/adventure-love?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Escorted or Guided Tour</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">4fbea840-1772-4c6b-a5df-f057329b73ec</guid><title>You’ll Love This New Generation of Private Island Resorts</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/you-ll-love-this-new-generation-of-private-island-resorts</link><description>&lt;div&gt;There’s a new generation of private islands.&amp;nbsp;One that creates an environment for guests to vacation their way to becoming their best selves. &lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Scratch any impressions you have of private islands inhabited by music moguls jet-skiing with nude models, royalty sneaking around with other people’s spouses, or tech billionaires popping magnums of champagne.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The new private island experience isn’t just about seclusion away from prying eyes.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;It’s about the ultimate spirit of togetherness with a group of people you value most in the world –&amp;nbsp;having the uplifting and inspiring shared experience of a customized vacation that provides all the means for you to leave better than when you arrived.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Imagine having an entire island all to yourself for a family gathering, the ultimate destination wedding, vow renewal, reunion, or team-building exercise.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The new type of private island is exclusive, but at the same time also more easily sourced and booked than ever before. Your trusted travel advisor can help you craft an end-to-end private island retreat that will transform your idea of a tropical vacation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Here’s one of our favorite examples of private islands that’s breaking the mould and redefining what a private island vacation can mean.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_25_26_PM_63817122403118446.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;h2&gt;The Aerial BVI&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;div&gt;This 43-acre private island destination in the British Virgin Islands is nestled among fourteen surrounding islands, with both stunning sunrises and sunsets.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The new approach to the private island experience comes from its most recent owner, a self-made young woman entrepreneur. Her vision is to “provide guests with the space to find their center again, eat healing food, reconnect to nature and loved ones, and discover what matters most.”&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_28_40_PM_63817122590234821.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Like the best of private island experiences, guests enjoy the services of a full staff of chefs, hosts, activities managers, housekeeping and watersports teams, boat captains, island concierge and everything needed to fulfil your every need – whether you know you need it or not.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Spectacular Tropical Island Home Away From Home&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;The Aerial welcomes 26 guests in five residences with names that channel the owner’s aspirations for those coming to the island: Unity House, Faith House, Serenity House, and the Love and Grace Villas.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Rooms in each residence are unique, and as you might expect, they flow into their island surroundings allowing guests to feel part of the natural environment, with island and ocean views dominating sightlines.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_19_29_PM_63817122050139125.png&quot; width=&quot;706&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Rooms are outfitted in different ways to feed different guest needs ranging from relaxation to reflection, to romance to writing to simply engaging with the outdoors: relaxing daybeds, serene “focus spaces” with writer’s desks for those who want to journal their journeys,&amp;nbsp;private, cliffside balconies, chair swings, outdoor showers or soaking tubs, romantic stargazing decks, and balconies overlooking the infinity pool, to name a few&lt;strong&gt;. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_10_46_PM_63817121566898889.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_08_14_PM_63817121429094733.png&quot; width=&quot;712&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Healing Cuisine&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;The Aerial challenges its guests to think outside the box of private chefs and indulgent dishes.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Its dining, while delicious and satisfying, is about providing “healing,” cuisine that helps guests to “think their best, feel their best, create at their best and connect to the planet in a beautiful and sustainable way.”&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The private island resort sources ingredients from local providers in the British Virgin Islands in what it says is a true producer-to-table experience. Food that can’t be bought locally is sustainably sourced.&amp;nbsp;There’s still comfort and fun at the table, though – the resort even has a wood burning pizza oven.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_32_27_PM_63817122828963362.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Private Island, Private Beach… and Beyond&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;On a private island, the world – or at least the island- is your oyster.&amp;nbsp;The white sand beach is reserved for you and your private party. But The Aerial, in keeping with its personal, physical and spiritual growth mission, has its own distinct twist on private island activities.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Of course you expect the luxuries of a spa and healing center on the beach, an infinity pool, multiple bars including a beach bar, ping-pong, a yacht, Hobie Cats and a full complement of watersports, and even a recording studio. A wood burning fire pit on the beach? Check.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_21_36_PM_63817122151619080.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Those in search of self-improvement and relaxation can participate in yoga in inspired places, guided meditation and writing. Get your blood pumping hiking miles of island-wide trails. Reflect on our place in the universe stargazing.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;There’s memory-making fun for families and adults trying to rediscover their inner child. A fleet of pastel-colored, electric Mini Mokes. On the beach: a tribal gym set, giant Jenga and giant Connect 4 and movies and bonfires on the beach.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_23_16_PM_63817122286982483.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_13_22_PM_63817121938609807.png&quot; width=&quot;703&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;And beyond your wildest dreams! “Indy’s Redemption Ranch” on the island is home to rescued former race horses, miniature ponies, and even a handful of zebras. Riding on the beach and hand feeding the herd is just the beginning. Swimming with the ponies and guided equine therapy take ranch-on-the-beach to a whole different level.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_10_40_27_PM_63817123271117782.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The Aerial replaces traditional concepts of private island resorts with conscious travel that reconnects you and your select group of guests with the wonders of Nature, and gives you the inspired spaces, seclusion, and activities to discover your very best life.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Start Your Private Island Trip!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Sea &amp; Sand</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">07c2b1c0-3535-4919-b0d3-43a4cddd27a5</guid><title>A 3-Hour Flight Home Turned Into 3 Days…Why You REALLY Need A Travel Advisor</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/a-3-hour-flight-home-turned-into-3-days-why-you-really-need-a</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Full disclosure – I have been touting the benefits of working with travel advisors for the past 20 years – their advice, hands-on support, expertise and travel perks. You might think I’m a bit jaded, but my recent travel experience only solidifies the point.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On my return from a cruise conference in Fort Lauderdale I awoke Saturday morning to find Delta had cancelled my return flight to NY and rebooked me Sunday morning. No way was I staying an extra day, so I ran to the airport to try to get on earlier flight. Little did I know major storms were brewing in the southeast US which wreaked havoc on flights. In addition, Royal Caribbean had just disembarked thousands of passengers who were flying home.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;At a packed airport, it was senseless to cue up to rebook, so I called my travel helpline (which provides after hours support for my company). They booked me a JetBlue flight Saturday evening, so I checked in and waited out the day. Several flights were delayed or cancelled due to weather, lack of flight crew, and equipment issues. My 5:20pm departure was ultimately cancelled at 1:30am. We were instructed to go to the Jetblue counter to be rebooked. While waiting in line for 2 hours, I again called my helpline and before I reached the front of the line, I was rebooked on a flight later Sunday.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Another cancelled flight and I was put on standby (Jetblue said I was #1 on the list!) but when I checked in, they said the flight crew had taken the seats. In addition, they were offering clients $2K in vouchers to give up their seats. My luggage made it to LaGuardia, but I did not.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Bleary eyed with fatigue, I called the travel helpline Sunday evening (they know me by first name now!) who booked me a reasonably priced hotel close to the airport. I had heard that rooms were scarce and very high priced due to the situation, so I was relieved to get something so quickly.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;After a shower and a good night sleep, I returned to the airport to get a morning flight. You guessed it - again cancelled, so my corporate travel agent rebooked me for that evening (thank goodness for Netflix to pass the time). I was still anxious seeing more delays, so I called my corporate travel agent again, who was searching for any seat to any NY airport and once again saved the day by getting me one departing within the hour. I did make it to JFK that evening.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Lessons learned: &amp;nbsp;without the help of a travel counselor, you are on your own. They have access to the GDS – Global Distribution System airline reservations system and can pull up all the airlines’ seat availability and pricing. An app can’t do that for you. Try calling an OTA in the middle of the night!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And remember the airline staff is trying their hardest as this situation is out of their control as well. Unruly passengers are not tolerated and will be removed from the flight, so don’t be the one who ruins it for the rest of us. While the weather is out of our control, we can still control how we react.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;I was grateful for many things during that weekend – that I wasn’t traveling with elderly family members, babies or toddlers. I met some nice people along the way. I had a credit card/cash to handle the extra costs (many vacationers would find this a financial burden). Most importantly, I had the support of a travel professional who helped with air and lodging - someone who was by my side during this ordeal who ultimately got me home.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tips to survive airport delays:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Check out the weather around the area you are traveling and to/from your destination.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Carry medicine, toothbrush, toothpaste, make-up, moisturizer in your carry-on bag.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Download all the apps that you need along with passwords, logins. Have all your important phone numbers loaded in your contacts.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Explore the airport, walk around and find a quiet place to sit away from the crowds, if possible – restaurants, bars or any place that has outlets to charge your phone (or better yet bring a pre-charged battery pack).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Be flexible – I had 3-4 different airports to select to get out of town. While a slight inconvenience, at least I got to NY.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Layer your clothes – I’m always cold on planes but you are also colder when you are tired or are trying to nap.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Keep all your vitals in one place, e.g., wallet, phone, documents, glasses. When you are tired you tend to get flustered.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;With a long wait, don’t watch the clock. Pace yourself with activities: take a walk, eat a meal, browse magazines in the gift shop, get a coffee, watch a video, play a game or call a loved one.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pack patience, empathy, self-control and kindness.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Before your trip</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">48907367-d16a-4c1a-8807-6d1c97309ee6</guid><title>North American Cruising is Complete: Canada Reopens, Intra-Island Hawaiian Cruises Resume</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/north-american-cruising-is-complete-canada-reopens-intra-island-hawaiian-cruises-resume</link><description>&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The return of cruise travel has looked like a bit of a jigsaw puzzle.&amp;nbsp;Piece by piece, cruise lines have worked out how to resurrect itineraries within the Caribbean, from the U.S. to the Caribbean, between the U.S. and Mexico… you can see the picture. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Now at last, with the final two pieces, the puzzle – or rather, the cruise map of North America - is complete.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Travellers can now book cruises to the entire continent.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_14_at_1_14_17_PM_63817175683475599.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Holland America Line’s Konigsdam 1st Ship Back to Canada After 905 Days&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;After a long two seasons, cruising to Canada is back.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;On April 9&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt;, 2022, Holland America Line’s Konigsdam ship made its maiden call to Victoria on Vancouver Island (pictured, above.)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The following day, April 10&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt;, the Konigsdam called at the Port of Vancouver on the mainland (pictured below), another maiden call for the ship that’s spending its first season sailing Alaska itineraries.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_14_at_1_15_51_PM_63817175774015758.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The Konigsdam’s first calls to the British Columbia ports also symbolically reopened cruising to Canada.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;From this point, Konigsdam is homeported in Vancouver for the summer &lt;strong&gt;Alaska cruise season&lt;/strong&gt;. The Pacific Northwest coast will soon be busy with more ships from other cruise lines, from small luxury ships, expedition ships, to mega ships, all traveling up and down the Inside Passage from Canadian or U.S. ports like Seattle to restore cruising to Alaska.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;It’s not just reopening West Coast cruises in Canada.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cruises in Eastern Canada, from Montreal or Quebec City, along the St. Lawrence Seaway for Canada &amp;amp; New England cruises are now able to return, too.&lt;/strong&gt; They too begin within weeks.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;That means both of Canada’s coasts – and in fact, Arctic cruising along Canada’s northern-most coasts – has returned.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&#39;We are thrilled to be the first cruise line back into Canada after such a long absence, and we look forward to celebrating a great moment for everyone who loves to travel and for those in Canada and Alaska whose livelihoods depend on tourism,” said Gus Antorcha, president of Holland America Line. Port celebrations marked the arrival of the Konigsdam and the corresponding return of cruising on all of Canada’s coasts.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;In total for 2022, Holland America Line operates 141 cruises on eight ships in Canada.&#39;&#39;Holland America Line has a robust schedule of cruises that explore Canadian ports on both coasts with Alaska, Hawaii, transatlantic and Canada and New England itineraries.”&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Speaking of Hawaii…&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Aloha! Now You Can Cruise From Hawaii&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;In a final piece to complete the entire map of North American cruising, inter-island (that is, Hawaii – Hawaii) cruising has also returned.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Ships have been permitted to depart from the West Coast and sail to or call in Hawaii.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;But on April 11&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt;, Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America returned to service. As a rare, U.S.-flagged ship, it’s the only large ship allowed to sail roundtrip within the Hawaiian islands.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Norwegian’s Pride of America has been dedicated to sailing exclusively Hawaii-Hawaii itineraries year round, and it’s now resumed sailing weekly, seven-day roundtrip voyages from Honolulu.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_14_at_12_59_57_PM_63817175136640511.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The unique itinerary gives guests on board nearly a hundred hours of time in port to explore four Hawaiian islands over the course of the week. The ship overnights in Maui and Kauai to allow guests time to be more immersed in experiences on shore, as well as the spectacular sights of the Napali Coast.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&#39;Being the only cruise line to sail year-round from Hawai’i, we’re thrilled to be back at last,&#39; said Norwegian Cruise Line President and Chief Executive Officer Harry Sommer on the cruise ship’s return.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&#39;Pride of America will once again offer thoroughly immersive itineraries and deeply authentic experiences that support business and tourism in Hawai’i, while providing travelers with everything they seek from a vacation in paradise.&#39;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_14_at_1_24_07_PM_63817176310228713.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Between the Konigsdam’s arrival in B.C. and Pride of America’s resumption of intra-island Hawaiian itineraries, cruise travelers can look to any of North America’s close-to-home, but wildly diverse cruise destinations for their next dream cruise vacation.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Start your Cruise Trip!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;By: Lynn Elmhirst, Producer/ Host and Cruise Expert, BestTrip TV&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;em&gt;Images of the Konigsdam in Victoria and Vancouver courtesy of Holland America Line.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;em&gt;Images of Pride of America and cruise guests in Hawaii courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>River or Ocean Cruises</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">86253509-c81e-4258-a6a7-9c24d3690b7f</guid><title>5 Places to Celebrate Shakespeare&#39;s Birthday</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/5-places-to-celebrate-shakespeares-birthday</link><description>&lt;div&gt;Whether or not you loved studying Shakespeare in school, chances are, to this day you regularly hear - and use – lines from his 154 sonnets and 39 plays that are still continuously being staged in theaters around the world, more than any other playwright in any language.&amp;nbsp;That’s not a bad linguistic legacy for someone who was born nearly 500 years ago.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Recognize any of these pearls of wisdom? All the words of Shakespeare, who was born April 26, 1564.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;nbsp;“To be or not to be, that is the question.”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“To thine own self be true.”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“All the world’s a stage.”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“All that glitters is not gold.”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;And even:&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;div&gt;Well, “Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears.”&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Because while Shakespeare was born, lived, worked, and died in Elizabethan England, his life and works are a travel bucket list even today. &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Stratford-Upon-Avon, England&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Shakespeare was born and raised – and died - in this picturesque town in Warwickshire.&amp;nbsp;Visitors today can visit the ‘Bard of Avon’s’ birthplace and burial site for an immersion into Shakespearean life.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;In Stratford-Upon-Avon, William&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.shakespeare.org.uk/visit/shakespeares-birthplace/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Shakespeare’s&amp;nbsp;birthplace&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;and childhood home explores his continued influence on the modern world through an enormous collection of artifacts. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;At the former home of his wife-to-be, &lt;/span&gt;Anne Hathaway’s Cottage (pictured top),&lt;span style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt; visitors can relive his own real-life love story and see much of the original building, which remains as it was 500 years ago.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_11_30_23_AM_63817083054174213.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Above and Top Image: VisitBritain/LeeBeel&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;Don’t leave Stratford without experiencing Shakespeare’s immortal words in an authentic performance. The &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;Royal Shakespeare Company&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt; regularly brings the works of the Bard to life showcased at the 1,000-seat, classified historic &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt;Royal Shakespeare Theatre on the banks of the River Avon&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: black;&quot;&gt; (pictured above). You can find out which plays are being staged in the current season on the RSC’s website &lt;/span&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;www.rsc.org.uk&quot;&gt;www.rsc.org.uk&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Stratford, Canada&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;There’s another Stratford on another Avon River, and they’re in Canada, a couple of hours southwest of Toronto. Both were named after their English counterparts by British settlers in the area in the 19&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; century.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_11_37_44_AM_63817083506484855.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;To complete the connection to the birthplace of Shakespeare, the town was gifted a pair of Mute Swans in the early 1900’s that started a colony that lives on to this day.&amp;nbsp;Swans were often referred to by Shakespeare and the Swan of Avon was even one of his nicknames.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Since the 1950’s, Canada&#39;s &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.stratfordfestival.ca/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Stratford Festival &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;has faithfully staged the works of the Bard of Avon in an annual summer Shakespeare theater festival.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;It’s one of the first, and remains one of the most prominent arts festivals in Canada. Drawing a million Shakespeare and theater lovers, it’s recognized worldwide as one of the most prominent Shakespeare festivals.&amp;nbsp;Seasons often feature famous Canadian actors returning from Hollywood for the summer.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Denmark &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Shakespeare isn’t believed to have visited Denmark, but Elsinore castle - the setting of&amp;nbsp;the dark drama Hamlet – is only part fiction.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;There is indeed a castle at Helsingor, Denmark, which read in English is Elsinore.&amp;nbsp;Kronborg Castle has existed at Helsingor since 1420 and was a key Danish coastal toll point for ships en route to the Baltic Sea.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Once one of the most important towns in Europe, it would have been a well-known name to Shakespeare, and the rocky, wind-swept, weathered coasts of Denmark are key mood-makers in Hamlet.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_11_40_46_AM_63817083713351752.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;You can still visit &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.visitdenmark.com/denmark/highlights/zealand/kronborg-castle&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“Elsinore” castle&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; on an easy day trip from &lt;strong&gt;Copenhagen&lt;/strong&gt; (pictured above) . Don’t miss the mighty stone statue of Holger the Dane in the castle’s catacombs. The legendary figure in Danish culture is said to be ready to awaken from his rock throne under Elsinore to defend Denmark if the country is ever in trouble.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;So-called “Hamlet’s Castle” also holds live performances of Shakespeare’s plays at its summer &lt;strong&gt;Shakespeare Festival. &lt;/strong&gt;Danish and international companies, including Britain&#39;s Royal Shakespeare Company, perform.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Italy&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;Over a dozen of Shakespeare’s plays are set in Italy – although it’s not clear if the Bard ever traveled there.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;You can, though. And while many travellers know the attractions of &lt;strong&gt;Venice&lt;/strong&gt;, site of The Merchant of Venice, fewer people have &lt;strong&gt;Verona &lt;/strong&gt;on their travel list.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;This northern Italian city, not far from Venice, is the setting for Shakespeare’s most popular, most performed and imitated play, Romeo and Juliet. You probably know that even West Side Story is a ‘modern,’ American reboot of Shakespeare’s timeless tale of star-crossed lovers.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Shakespeare’s ‘fair Verona’ in the 1300’s is a rather vague setting for the fictional villas and characters of Romeo and Juliet’s feuding families.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;In today&#39;s real-life Verona, with its Roman monuments, including an ancient amphitheater and an Arena, as well as a remarkable core of Romanesque architecture, the ancient Roman Arena is the magnificent home of Verona’s opera season, and the city is renowned, if not for Shakespeare, then for its Italian artistic and cultural heritage.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_13_at_11_59_05_AM_63817084778746985.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;One very tangible connection to the play exists for visitors, though. A real 13th century building - dubbed &#39;Juliet&#39;s Balcony&#39; in Verona - is happy to lay claim to the Shakespearean romance. The balcony (picture above) on the house once owned by the Cappello family - similar to the Italian version, Capelletti, of Juliet&#39;s surname &#39;Capulet&#39; - draws crowds of fans. You&#39;ll find a statue of Juliet in the courtyard below &#39;her&#39; balcony, and a museum inside with Elizabethan-era costumes plus the actual bed used in the 1968 film adaptation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scotland &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;While Shakespeare lived in England – on the same island as Scotland -&amp;nbsp;it’s not believed the playwright ever ventured that far from Stratford or London.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Nonetheless, the well-known lore and sites of the Scottish Highlands to the north gave him the basis for the evergreen, mad-with-power cautionary tale of Macbeth.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/cawdor_castle_scotland_63817082437943396.jpg?fm=webp&quot; width=&quot;558&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;(Glamis Castle, Inverness, Scotland. Photo: BestTrip TV)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;“The Scottish Play” as it’s often called, was mainly set in &lt;strong&gt;real Scottish castles you can visit today, including Inverness, Dunsinane, Cawdor, and Glamis Castle (which also has the distinction of being the childhood home of the 20&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;sup&gt;&lt;strong&gt;th&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;strong&gt; century Queen Mother). &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;There was actually once a real Scottish king named Macbeth, and although Shakespeare’s tragedy is set in Scotland in ancient times, the events – including the supernatural elements of the Three Witches and a moving forest, are pure fiction.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;But the mystique and the drama of the Scottish Highlands remains for today’s travellers to experience.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Start your Trip!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;By: &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/c/BestTripTVTravel/videos&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Lynn Elmhirst, Producer/ Host, BestTrip TV&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;em style=&quot;background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);&quot;&gt;All rights reserved. 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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">a39ce31b-6bfd-4f8d-b860-8f3e69dd08cd</guid><title>Upgrade Your Experience with WestJet Vacations</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/upgrade-your-experience-with-westjet-vacations</link><description>&lt;link rel=&quot;stylesheet&quot; href=&quot;https://admin.travelagencytribes.com/public/ckeditor/content-styles&quot; type=&quot;text/css&quot;/&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;ck-content&quot;&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/westjet-vacations&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn3.gttwl.net/attachments/91783423-860c-40df-a1e8-02e795d7f90f.png?auto=format%2Cenhance&amp;amp;crop=entropy&amp;amp;fill=blur&amp;amp;fit=crop&quot;/&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;Time is money and vacations are precious; did you know you have options?&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;Enjoy more with Premium&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn3.gttwl.net/attachments/17420c7a-cb05-4c5f-9416-b652fdead10f.png?auto=format%2Cenhance&amp;amp;crop=entropy&amp;amp;fill=blur&amp;amp;fit=crop&quot;/&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Upgrade your cabin to Premium with 2x2 seating for extra leg and elbow room, exclusive food and beverage selections and more, available on all flights.&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;Oh. My. Pod. &lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Spacious private pods, refined inflight dining, priority airport services and more in our Business cabin. Dreamliner service to Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Honolulu &amp;amp; Maui.&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;Private and Direct Transfers&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn4.gttwl.net/attachments/9d11a710-fb14-4451-b254-2f7e02be2f87.png?auto=format%2Cenhance&amp;amp;crop=entropy&amp;amp;fill=blur&amp;amp;fit=crop&quot;/&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;h2&gt;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;p&gt;Help you get to the fun faster with a convenient add-on of a private or direct transfer to your resort. &lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h2&gt;In-Destination Lounges&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/71c25250-bf82-47ed-9957-c5d9d484b277.png?auto=format%2Cenhance&amp;amp;crop=entropy&amp;amp;fill=blur&amp;amp;fit=crop&quot;/&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;Not ready to leave the comforts of your resort, wait for your trip home with the conveniences you appreciate; complimentary Wi-Fi, bar, meal and snack service, and more. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Arriving soon: your next vacation to Mexico!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Every Mexico destination has something to offer, from those travelling on a romantic getaway, as a family, or on a special occasion with your best friends. Here are a few reasons to choose Mexico for your next getaway:&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Breathtaking beaches: miles of pristine coastline hugged by stretches of sand. The ultimate view to rest and relax.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Irresistible food: some of the most delicious, vibrant and flavourful dishes. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Endless adventures: snorkel the waters at some of the best beaches. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The ultimate place to relax, the only thing days will be filled with is fun, laughter, and everlasting memories.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Don&amp;#39;t miss ocean sunsets in the Caribbean&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jamaica&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whatever your definition of relaxation, you’re sure to find it here in Jamaica. Beautiful beaches, blue waters, smooth reggae vibes, laid-back Rasta culture and fantastic cuisine make up this incredible island. &lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Punta Cana &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What could be better than 60 km of white sand beaches and crystal blue waters? This is Punta Cana, where the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea meet. You’ll find nine different beach areas here with more than 80 beachfront hotels and resorts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Don&amp;#39;t miss the Pura Vida -Costa Rica&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you love the beach but you&amp;#39;re craving some adventure, sink your sandy toes into Costa Rica. Surf the best waves in Latin America, snorkel under the sea or rappel down falls or ATV tours.&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;An entire country waiting to be explored, Costa Rica&amp;#39;s territory is an ecological wonder. &lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Contact your travel advisor for details and to book your next great vacation with &lt;a href=&quot;/westjet-vacations&quot;&gt;WestJet Vacations&lt;/a&gt;!&lt;o:p&gt;&lt;/o:p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>All Inclusive</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">78ec47be-5413-4d9f-bdbe-bb3caa253247</guid><title>Ready. Set. Vacation.</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/ready-set-vacation</link><description>&lt;p&gt;If the last couple years have taught us anything, it’s that sharing quality time with loved ones is the most important thing in our lives. Material objects aren’t as important as they once were, nor the nose-to-the-grindstone, 9-to5 to acquire them. Today, it’s about better time management, richer life experiences, and keeping our loved ones close by our sides. It’s also about getting back to what’s most meaningful in our lives – and for many of us that includes gathering the gang together for another unforgettable family vacation, but with a twist.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today, family vacations aren’t just about grabbing your spouse or partner and any kids you may have, and heading off to seek new adventures. It’s about bringing along grandma and grandpa, and maybe Aunt Sue and Uncle Ernie. Family and multigenerational travel is exploding and it makes sense as it offers the perfect way to share time together away from demands of everyday life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/a7176129-e6d4-4a5b-983c-6913b58b5088.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Keep in mind that planning ahead is of the utmost importance. You’ll want to choose a family-friendly vacation that offers plenty of options for everyone. Cruises and all-inclusive resorts are two of the best ways to maximize fun and everyone’s vacation dollars. A large number of family-centric Caribbean cruises, as well as family resorts in Mexico, cater to every age group, fit most budgets, and are easy to get to for most everyone. Europe and the Mediterranean are also ideal for families and have plenty to see and do. Ireland, Italy, Spain and Greece are especially perfect for families.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;While planning a getaway that everyone in your brood will love may seem like a tall order, a little help from your local travel professional can make it a piece of cake – so dig and have a blast!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;See you at the airport soon!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/offer/its-all-about-family-by-journeys&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/be7c6c6d-4b0e-449c-adf7-b038a74a202e.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category></category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">df74319e-53ab-4db3-b416-430928b0b5e8</guid><title>It’s Time You Discovered Türkiye</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/its-time-you-discovered-turkiye</link><description>&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/goway&quot;&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;display:block;margin:auto;&quot; src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/8787c178-4e50-45f3-99d1-e2d1829663ed.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align:center;&quot;&gt;Travellers who book by August 31, 2022 receive an exclusive saving of up to C$250 per couple.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align:center;&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align:center;&quot;&gt;Write your own story at the world’s great crossroads, starting in Istanbul on Goway’s Classic Türkiye.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align:center;&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/goway&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Goway Travel&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; invites you to experience the best of Türkiye (Turkey) over ten days. Witness to the rise and fall of empires, this incredible country has sparked the imaginations of travellers for centuries. For all the richness of its past, however, Türkiye is forever changing. Goway’s Classic Türkiye brings both its past and present to life with each new sight and experience. Ten days is just enough to scratch the surface, ideal for a first-time visitor, though many choose to return.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The adventure begins in Istanbul, Türkiye’s ancient capital at the crossroads between Europe and Asia. On a tour of the city, guests will explore the Hagia Sophia, along with Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar among other highlights. Their city tour also takes in some of the lesser-known corners of Istanbul, including the first church ever built in Byzantium.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;display:block;margin:auto;&quot; src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/a8323b96-360c-4a6c-bf3a-e463a22cb0c1.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The next stop is Cappadocia, famed for its cave structures including the Cave Churches of Goreme. A hot air balloon ride over this landscape is the perfect start to a day touring the famous dwellings. Then, it’s on to Izmir, gateway to the ancient city of Ephesus. The cradle of early Christianity, it is now one of Türkiye’s most celebrated must-sees, including the Temple of Artemis among its ruins.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img style=&quot;display:block;margin:auto;&quot; src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/2b5d684b-7203-46d3-a3f6-4ed72560dd95.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Goway’s Classic Türkiye includes first class accommodations with daily breakfast in Istanbul, Cappadocia and Izmir. Guests also enjoy internal flights, private airport transfers, small group touring in Istanbul, Cappadocia and Ephesus, plus entrance fees to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and many more.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Contact your travel advisor for details!&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Escorted or Guided Tour</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">b4a45e32-1b03-4f88-ac9c-390648cfbfda</guid><title>Three Americas. So Many Epic Adventures</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/three-americas-so-many-epic-adventures</link><description>&lt;div&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/gadventures&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/2739b87a-cca0-4946-92fb-64bc5950c0f9.png&quot; style=&quot;display: block; margin: auto;&quot;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;No matter the adventure you’re after, you’ll find it in the Americas. Classic road trips of iconic U.S. national parks. Beach-time and zip-lines in Costa Rica. Snorkelling and sea turtles in the Galápagos. What’s not to love? North, Central and South America are filled with every kind of adventure under the sun and the only thing missing? You! Hike the tranquil paths of the Canadian Rockies! Surf the Northern beaches of Peru! Explore the magic and history of Mexico&#39;s Mariachi! All on the same side of our great, big, beautiful Earth. The power is now in YOUR hands. Literally. With various travel styles and service levels to accommodate all types of travellers, the Americas have something that is right for everybody.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Explore the Americas and enjoy amazing experiences in our own backyard.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;1. Bike with Purpose in Belize.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/36477e60-4fda-433f-a7a2-1e5c3e94dcf8.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;Classic Belize &amp;amp; Tikal&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;2. Find your footing in Zion National Park&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/6933a42e-6460-496a-bc2c-0b869bb4a83c.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;Best of Utah &amp;amp; Arizona National Parks&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;3. Hike through Western Canada&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/97bf3a39-090d-4c41-ab81-70e99a5ffaca.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;Canadian Rockies: National Parks Westbound&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;4. Find yourself in Colombia&#39;s Lost City&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/8f96c0dd-fb2e-4773-9dc9-5284770da8b1.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;Caribbean, the Lost City trek &amp;amp; Medellin Adventure&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;5. Explore magnificent rainforests in Costa Rica&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/3e280de7-de3f-448b-903a-3c5400615531.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;Trek Hidden Costa Rica&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Why go with G?&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Book with Confidence&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Our Book with Confidence policy lets you cancel and rebook the tour closer to the time of departure at no cost to you, giving you added flexibility and peace of mind.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Small Groups&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;We keep our groups small to create a sense of camaraderie and allow for closer connections to the places and people you visit. On our tours, you’ll join 12 or so like-minded travellers that, like you, are eager to experience all the amazing things that make our world worth exploring.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CEOs&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Most travel companies have tour guides, but not us. We have Chief Experience Officers, or CEO’s for short. Always locally based, they know the area you’re exploring like the back of their well-travelled hand.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Built to support local communities&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Since our very first tour, our goal has always been the same: to make the world a better place by building meaningful relationships with local communities. From the places we visit, our tours are built from the ground up to give back to the wider community of every destination we visit.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Flexibility, freedom, fun&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Adventure is all about having the freedom to follow your curiosity and discovering the unknown. No matter the Travel Style, our tours balance well-planned itineraries with the flexibility to do your own thing.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Escorted or Guided Tour</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">f9d80127-c01e-4267-9537-d1441c7caea5</guid><title>Caprese Tart Recipe</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/caprese-tart-recipe</link><description>&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/oceania-cruises&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/2c202c58-b101-43b8-b2f2-12c32cfbf69c.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In the summer when tomatoes are in season, I love this tart for a late brunch. If you can find nice roma tomatoes, this is an excellent go-to tart in which the tomatoes actually taste like tomatoes. I had my first Caprese salad in Amalfi, and I will never forget the combination of the creamy mozzarella, acidic tomatoes and herbal basil. Always use the best extra virgin olive oil you can find – avoid the infused varieties from those jug olive oil stores – and a good quality salt, like Maldon. Don’t forget to pair your brunch creations with a festive bottle of bubbly or freshly squeezed juice.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Caprese Tart Recipe Serves 4&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;Ingredients&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;2 to 3 roma tomatoes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;1 frozen puff pastry sheet (9 by 9 inches), thawed&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;1 large egg, lightly beaten&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;4 ounces whole milk mozzarella, in ¼ inch half moon-shaped slices&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, mild Italian preferred&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;4 to 6 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Extra virgin olive oil, Ligurian or Tuscan preferred&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maldon salt&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Directions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;To prepare the tomatoes, slice them ¼ inch thick and drain excess moisture on a paper towel. You can salt them lightly with kosher salt, but it should not be necessary unless the tomatoes are not yielding juice.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preheat the oven to 425° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;To make the tart shell, lay the pastry on the baking sheet. Score the pastry very lightly 1 inch from the edge on all four corners. Fold the edges over ½ inch so the outer edge of the pastry is now ½ inch. This makes the pastry into a little box-shaped shell. Score the middle of the outer edge of the pastry. Brush the pastry with egg, and make sure the corners are neatly tucked.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sprinkle the bottom of the tart with Parmesan cheese to seal the tart. With a fork, poke the bottom of the tart so the pastry is well aerated.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Shingle the tomatoes and mozzarella half moons, alternating into a pattern of your choice. When finished, drizzle half of the olive oil over the tomatoes and cheese, and place in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool and top with basil and more olive oil. Serve immediately.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Executive Chef &amp;amp; Director of Culinary Enrichment Kathryn Kelly&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;Since joining &lt;/i&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/oceania-cruises&quot;&gt;&lt;i&gt;Oceania Cruises&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;i&gt; in 2011, Chef Kathryn Kelly’s passion for adult learning has been the driving force behind The Culinary Center. While overseeing a faculty of dedicated Chef Instructors, she is the chief architect of more than 100 unique culinary classes as well as our popular Culinary Discovery Tours™, which are immersive chef-led excursions offered in more than 40 destinations worldwide. Chef Kelly completed her doctoral studies in epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and holds two master’s degrees in community medicine and biostatistics. After a fulfilling career in health care, she pursued her lifelong dream of becoming a chef, graduating with honors from The Culinary Institute of America in the fifth decade of her life. Chef Kelly resides on Amelia Island, Florida, and in Austin, Texas. She is an avid golfer and the proud grandmother of Kate, Luke and Jack – who spend cherished hours with their ”YaYa” grilling, cooking and baking for their grateful family.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>River or Ocean Cruises</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">2e4ef715-4145-4145-be1c-987608ec0efb</guid><title>Where Will Your Journey Downunder Begin?</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/where-will-your-journey-downunder-begin</link><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Dreaming of an Australia vacation? The original land Downunder has reopened to international tourism for the first time since the Australian border closed in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19. For those who’d been forced to put their Australia vacation plans on hold, now’s the time to explore its ancient indigenous culture, catch a glimpse of its unique wildlife, marvel at its diverse landscapes, and grab a drink with the locals in one of its unpretentious cities.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;The only question is, where to go first? The obvious answer is Sydney, but while the sparkling Harbour City offers the perfect blend of outdoor appeal and indoors culture, it’s just the beginning of a Downunder adventure.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span&gt;Sydney and the Blue Mountains&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/38aa8688-5a25-4cbc-ae96-654f47e80268.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;There’s no welcome to Australia quite like seeing the Sydney Harbour Bridge rising over the white sails of Sydney Opera House while a ferry cruises by on Sydney Harbour. There’s an inimitable magic about Australia’s oldest and largest city, from its picture-perfect location to its ever-evolving neighbourhoods. Have lunch on the harbour, explore The Rocks and Bondi Beach, or shop in the marvelous Queen Victoria Building. Then head into the majestic Blue Mountains, a pristine wilderness rich with wildlife and Aboriginal lore.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span&gt;Uluru and the Red Centre&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/2e01a857-6fd4-4e00-8837-e52c7e742a6b.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Uluru/Ayers Rock feels like the heart of Australia, right down to its shape and colour. A sacred place to the local Anangu people, there’s no better destination to learn about Australia’s indigenous culture, or how it’s thrived in this harsh desert landscape. Don’t miss Kata Tjuta/The Olgas, 36 domes formed from the erosion of a monolith that was once larger than Uluru. If you have time, extend the journey to King’s Canyon for spectacular hiking, and Alice Springs for a glimpse of Outback life you’ll get nowhere else in Australia.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span&gt;North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/902551d3-43de-401d-92f0-26c863ca4e39.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Reports of the Great Barrier Reef’s demise have been greatly exaggerated. This fragile ecosystem does however need careful management and conservation to ensure it’s still around for future generations. You can do your part by booking a cruise and snorkelling experience with a small operator, visiting a less crowded part of the reef. For a different view of this natural wonder, consider visiting its the southern corners, on the edge of Queensland’s beautiful Whitsunday Islands.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span&gt;Cosmopolitan Melbourne&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/77a6b7eb-1507-4b99-8bec-29ff05a11a05.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:center;&quot;&gt;Photo by &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer&quot; href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/@danielpelaezduque?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot;&gt;Daniel Pelaez Duque&lt;/a&gt; on &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer&quot; href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/collections/1637841/melbourne%2C-australia?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Melbourne has been called Australia’s cultural capital, its sporting capital, its fashion capital, its theatre capital, its culinary capital… Yes, there’s a theme here. In fact, Melbourne was Australia’s original capital, so the title isn’t entirely misplaced. The city is rich with historical sights including the Shrine of Remembrance, world class museums such as the National Gallery of Victoria and the Melbourne Museum, funky yet friendly neighbourhoods like Fitzroy and St Kilda, and of course, the city’s labyrinth of laneways, intricate arcades, and countless independent cafes. It’s also a top spot for a day trip, whether it’s along the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles, or to Phillip Island to see the adorable nightly penguin parade.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span&gt;Adelaide: Gateway to Wine and Wildlife&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/9c7d0d67-2c06-4eae-a4dc-254ae22e88bd.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:center;&quot;&gt;Photo by &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer&quot; href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/@tomonine?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot;&gt;Thomas Schaefer&lt;/a&gt; on &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer&quot; href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/s/photos/barossa-valley?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Adelaide might be Australia’s most underrated capital city, a friendly and relaxed cultural hub that has mastered the art of the hidden bar or café. Adelaide is of course known as the gateway to the Barossa Valley, (very) arguably Australia’s most lauded wine region. Regardless of who might agree, Adelaide has claimed its title as Australia’s wine capital (sorry Melbourne!), and is a must-visit for foodies headed to Australia. South Australia also boasts one of the country’s most biodiverse attractions in the form of Kangaroo Island. A short ferry ride from South Australia’s mainland, the island’s isolation has made it a haven for a wide range of native species including koalas and kangaroos, and a wide variety of seals. In between exciting wildlife sightings, be sure to explore Flinders Chase National Park to see Remarkable Rocks and Admiral’s Arch.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h3&gt;&lt;span&gt;Tasmanian Treasures&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/ad12a0a4-b49e-440e-8d69-9733df60044c.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p style=&quot;text-align:center;&quot;&gt;Photo by &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer&quot; href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/@jredshaw?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot;&gt;Jordan Redshaw&lt;/a&gt; on &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer&quot; href=&quot;https://unsplash.com/s/photos/tasmania?utm_source=unsplash&amp;amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;amp;utm_content=creditCopyText&quot;&gt;Unsplash&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;The island state of Tasmania is often the highlight of a second or third trip to Australia, but you might want to bump it up the list. Explore its appealing mid-sized capital, Hobart, which boasts one of the world’s finest and most irreverent modern art museums, the Museum of Old and New Art. Day trip out to the Tasman Peninsula to immerse yourself in Australia’s convict history, or follow the east coast to Freycinet National Park, home to spectacular Wineglass Bay beach. Perhaps Tasmania’s greatest treasure is the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. You can opt to visit just for the day, which gives you time to traverse a couple of spectacular tracks and spot some wildlife, perhaps including the elusive Tasmanian Devil, or commit to the full six-day trek through this incredible slice of Australia.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Escorted or Guided Tour</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">36e6d780-9a1b-4cab-94fd-a24e15a3a025</guid><title>Heading to Europe’s Rhine and Moselle Rivers with AmaWaterways</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/heading-to-europes-rhine-and-moselle-rivers-with-amawaterways</link><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Two Rivers, One Unforgettable Experience&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Much like the sailors who were drawn to the beauty of the folklore siren Lorelei, travelers find the powerful allure of the Rhine River and its breathtaking tributary, the Moselle, hard to resist. With so many grand cities, charming villages and breathtaking landscapes stretching along their banks, the best way to experience it all is by cruising with award-winning AmaWaterways.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why AmaWaterways?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From the moment guests are welcomed on board by AmaWaterways’ extraordinary crew, they are enveloped in warmth and treated like esteemed members of the family. The line’s innovative river cruise ships accommodate an average of just 156 guests, offering the luxury of space and picturesque views, particularly within their signature twin-balcony staterooms, where both a French balcony and an outside balcony await. Plus, with exquisite cuisine, fine wines and included amenities such as a daily Sip &amp;amp; Sail cocktail hour, an onboard Wellness Program, a Michelin star-worthy multi-course tasting menu at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and high-quality Wi-Fi, no detail is overlooked when it comes to ensuring guests have a memorable experience.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scenic Sailing at its Finest&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Along the Rhine River, guests glide past more than 40 fairytale castles strung like pearls along the banks of Germany’s breathtaking Rhine Gorge. Within the sharp turns of the Moselle Valley, steep vineyards produce some of the world’s finest wines – and the most dramatic scenery. In spring or summer, guests can enjoy the views with a chilled glass of locally-sourced Riesling, or watch the vibrant palette of autumn colors while warming up with rich R&lt;span style=&quot;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;&quot;&gt;ü&lt;/span&gt;desheimer coffee.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Unique and Exclusive Included Experiences&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But what would a river cruise with AmaWaterways be without a variety of included excursions and exclusive experiences to immerse guests in the history and culture on shore? On the Rhine and Moselle rivers, guests have the chance to explore up to four countries (Switzerland, Germany, France and the Netherlands) on guided hikes and bike rides, Special Interest Tours such as a visit to R&lt;span style=&quot;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;&quot;&gt;ü&lt;/span&gt;desheim’s mechanical musical instrument museum or a mustard tasting at a historic mill in Cochem, and city tours for all activity levels, from gentle walkers to the most active of guests.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dock in enchanting Lahnstein to discover Lahneck Castle as part of an exclusive experience on AmaWaterways’ &lt;i&gt;Enchanting Rhine&lt;/i&gt; cruise, or hike to the 9&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt;-century ruins of Bernkastel’s Landshut Castle on their &lt;i&gt;Rhine &amp;amp; Moselle Splendors&amp;nbsp;&lt;/i&gt;itinerary. Magnificent cathedrals dominate the city skylines in Strasbourg and Cologne and impress with their high ceilings, remarkable stained glass and impressive facades. But it is AmaWaterways’ carefully selected local guides that enhance each small-group excursion with captivating stories and legends, elevating them from the rest.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When guests reserve their Rhine &amp;amp; Moselle river cruise with AmaWaterways, they open a storybook and fill each page with an adventure that takes their breath away.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>River or Ocean Cruises</category><image>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">bd154083-6106-4259-8b68-c20d61b3a0eb</guid><title>Luxury Travel Trends For 2022</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/luxury-travel-trends-for-2022</link><description>&lt;p&gt;There’s no denying that travel certainly looks a lot different today than it did a couple years ago. In fact, pent-up demand has fueled a travel renaissance as people ache to go exploring once more. From ocean and river cruises to hotels and resorts, even rail journeys, luxury travel is bouncing back, finding new ways to satisfy one’s taste for the good life. You might even say we’re entering a new era of luxury travel, one that’s placing greater emphasis on immersive and authentic experiences.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;So where are people headed to? Well, pretty much everywhere – literally. Exotic and uncharted destinations are hot and new expedition cruises now traverse nearly every large body of water on the planet, including the poles. Interest in well-being travel has skyrocketed since the start of the pandemic with many new hotels and resorts offering new wellness programs and services to help guests feel better than ever. Even big cities throughout the world are awakening from their recent hibernations as visitors are once again returning.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/d185af62-8ea5-4fe9-a5d4-3504b1c6a460.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;But by far, the most meaningful trend this year is “conscious travel.” These are travel experiences that combine sustainability and wellness, cultural immersion and exploration, adventure and involvement with the destination, as well as the supporting of conservation and environmental projects, empowerment of artisans, producers and local businesses.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Lastly, we can’t forget about travel advisors who continue to be an indispensable source of information, knowledge, and expertise. Unless you’re the type of adventurer who loves the thrill of uncertainty, one of the most important steps you can take when considering your next travel experience is to consult a travel professional who will make sure your adventure is everything you want it to be – and so much more.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;figure class=&quot;image&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;/offer/luxury-at-every-turn&quot;&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/0c518e1e-7380-4fc4-83ef-41ed299cf1f0.jpg?fm=webp&quot;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Luxury</category><image>
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  <title>Luxury Travel Trends For 2022</title>
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</item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">f25669ff-a5c5-43c7-8262-6f5fb24a1e42</guid><title>The Very First National Park Turns 150</title><link>https://www.stittsvilletravel.ca/blog/the-very-first-national-park-turns-150</link><description>&lt;div&gt;&amp;nbsp;It’s not just the first national park in the U.S. It’s the first national park in the world. In March, 1872, American president Ulysses S. Grant signed into law the establishment of Yellowstone National Park to preserve and protect some of the country’s most emblematic scenery and wildlife for future generations. &lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;That first national park represented the start of the entire U.S. National Park system. Today,&amp;nbsp;the National Park Service manages 85 million acres of land, comprising 63 National Parks and over 400 National Park sites.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;But Yellowstone’s 2 million-plus acres remain a standout among America’s most spectacular natural and historic treasures even 150 years later.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Yellowstone National Park is part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, said to be one of the last – and largest – and nearly intact - ecosystems in the world.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The park has the most active and intact collections of “geothermal features” on the planet.&amp;nbsp;It’s comprised of 10,000 hydrothermal sites plus half of the active geysers in the entire world, including the famous geyser Old Faithful. While not the tallest geyser in Yellowstone or even the one that erupts the longest, it has the distinction of being the most predictable, erupting every 44 minutes to two hours.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The geysers alone make Yellowstone incredible. But the park also has two dozen entries on the National Register of Historic Places.&amp;nbsp;And other majestic natural features, plus a very famous and note-worthy inhabitant.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Early techniques of park management involved eliminating nearly all natural predator animals in Yellowstone, permitted hunting bison to the extent that less than two dozen of the massive, essential herbivores remained, and introduced non-local fish species that decimated native fish.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Better knowledge and practices mean that today, the Park is, according to the National Park Service, “the healthiest it has been in over a century.”&amp;nbsp;Yellowstone has seen the return of predators like wolves, grizzly bears, and native fish.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;But the bison may be Yellowstone’s most symbolic success story.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Although near extinction at the turn of the 20&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; century, the largest land animal in North America is now over 5000 strong in the park.&amp;nbsp;After the US Army beefed up its protection of bison from poaching a century ago, and bison from private herds were sourced to help boost the herd in Yellowstone, the park has become the only place in mainland USA to have a continuous, free-ranging bison herd since prehistoric times.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Many of Yellowstone’s greatest features and successes have connections to Native American Tribes. Before any human of European heritage set eyes on its wonders, let alone designated it a U.S. National Park, Native Americans lived, used the thermal waters for faith and medicinal practices, hunted, fished, gathered plant life, and even quarried obsidian stone for 10,000 years in the parklands.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Over two dozen tribes have connections to the millions of acres of Yellowstone, as it’s located where the Great Plains, Great Basin and Columbia Plateau meet on lands straddling what are now the states of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;And for its &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nps.gov/yell/getinvolved/150-years-of-yellowstone.htm&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;150&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; anniversary, America’s largest national park&lt;/a&gt; will commemorate and share the land’s Indigenous history and values.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;In the summer of 2022, Yellowstone Old Faithful Lodge will host Native American public art installations, a Marketplace featuring work from tribal artists, and the “Historic Yellow Bus” will tour the Old Faithful district.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Tribes are also planning a gathering in celebration on the Wind River Reservation in Wyoming in June, and in August, Teepee Village will be erected by several tribes near Roosevelt Arch.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://cdn1.gttwl.net/attachments/Screen_Shot_2022_04_12_at_9_31_51_PM_63817032793350941.png&quot;&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Park superintendent Cam Sholly says the Village and other 150&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; anniversary commemorations, “will be an opportunity for multiple tribal nations to be here on the landscape in the park, directly interfacing with visitors and talking about and educating visitors about their culture and their heritage.”&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Additional park anniversary activities include horse club rides and parades, groundbreaking ceremonies, ribbon cuttings, inter‐tribal bimonthly virtual video series gatherings, family‐friendly Old Faithful sponsored experiments, and social media events that will engage travelers both near and far.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;This may be the perfect year to acquaint or reacquaint yourself and your family with the groundbreaking Park or any national park in this historic year. Escorted tours, epic trains, historic lodges and outdoor experiences are all part of National Park travel.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;h3&gt;Start Your National Park Trip!&lt;/h3&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</description><pubDate></pubDate><category>Outdoor Activities</category><image>
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