Anne Blanchard

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Three New Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Let You Holiday in Style in Latin America

Hotels

Waldorf Astoria hotels’ name and hospitality still reflect its founding family, the legendary Astors, who for more than a century were the pinnacle of American high society. The Astor legacy...

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Viking's Newest Ocean Ship Named by NASA Astronaut and Aquanaut Godmother

River or Ocean Cruises Los Angeles, California

Viking Neptune, the river and ocean cruise line’s newest ocean ship, has been ceremonially named by her godmother, retired NASA astronaut, aquanaut and artist, Nicole Stott. The ship’s naming ceremony...

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On the Night Train: How to Jump On Board One of European Travel’s Hottest Trends

Transportation

Europe is banning short hopper flights in a battle against emissions. The move is sparking a rail revival – and particularly a renaissance of night trains. This is something to...

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Did you Know? The Leaning Tower of Pisa is... 'Straightening Up!'

Sightseeing Pisa, Italy

Will it soon be named the Perfectly Ordinary Tower of Pisa? Will the Tuscan city whose claim to fame is an off-kilter tower fall into obscurity without tourists keen to...

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Mexico's Top 5 Archaeological Sites

Culture & History Mexico

Break away from the beach and inject the wonder of history into your next vacation! Mexico’s ancient past comes alive at archaeological sites around the country that allow you to...

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Pretty in Pink: Where to Meet the National Bird of the Bahamas

Outdoor Activities The Bahamas

The Caribbean flamingo is an iconic symbol of the tropics, with its vivid pink plumage standing out against a backdrop of turquoise waters, green palm leaves, and pastel-colored buildings. In...

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A Wine River Cruise that's Close to Home

River or Ocean Cruises Portland, Oregon

One of the top reasons many travellers take a European river cruise is for the wine. The banks of many of Europe’s rivers provide the perfect combination of drainage and sun...

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Australia's Latest Luxe Stays: New Hotels to Inspire a Trip Down Under

Hotels Australia

Koalas and kangaroos, beaches and beer and ‘bugs’ (lobster-like shellfish), deserts and mountains and rivers iconic in the Southern hemisphere, and that famous Aussie lifestyle and hospitality! There are so...

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New Rules for Tourists in these European Destinations

Sea & Sand

Blame it on irresponsible influencers or out-of-control bachelor/ette parties. But some of Europe’s most beloved destinations are cracking down on masses of visitors whose actions are changing the local atmosphere...

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Now You Can Get Married in Antarctica

River or Ocean Cruises Antarctica,

February has been an even more romantic month than usual this year. Not only did countless couples celebrate their love in dream destinations on Valentine’s Day – one couple became...

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Rocky Mountaineer's Newest Route: Rockies To The Red Rocks

Escorted or Guided Tour

Experience the American Southwest on Rocky Mountaineer’s newest route, Rockies to the Red Rocks which travels between Denver, Colorado, and Moab, Utah, with an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.

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Ultimate Family Vacations

Before your trip

Read the next installment of our Ultimate Family Vacations magazine. Get inspired and create memories that last a lifetime!

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Do You Really Need to Hire a Professional Travel Advisor

Before your trip

Refer to info in this post - https://ablanchard.travelonly.com/blog/now-more-th...Prior to Covid, did you make all your own travel arrangements? Did you do a really good job of it? Then the Pandemic...

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SOLO TRAVELERS - Exclusive VIP Event with Riviera River Cruises

River or Ocean Cruises

Experience sailing with Riviera River Cruises on their Exclusive Solo Travelers itineraries

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Extraordinary Experiences - Making Connections

Awesome Travel Stuff

Now more than ever, travel holds greater value as a means of connection – to our fellow citizens, to nature, to culture and to understanding one another. This edition of...

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BOOST YOUR SPIRITS...VIRTUALLY

Awesome Travel Stuff

Options you can enjoy right now, from the comforts of your own home. Options, that according to researchers, could directly boost your mental health, with a positive and immediate lift...

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Grateful

Awesome Travel Stuff

As I reflect on the challenges of the past year, the cancelled travel plans in 2020 and the fact that my passport didn't get stamped whatsoever for the first time...

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Why You Should Book With A Travel Advisor

Before your trip

“Why would I book with you when I can just book the same trip online?” This is the question we were asked daily, prior to March 2020…but this mindset changed during...

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Post COVID-19 Travel Health & Safety Measures

Before your trip

With summer here and the weather getting warmer across the country, Canadians want to get out of the house and travel again. Here's a summary of how the travel industry...

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Protecting Canadian Travellers with Innovative Face Masks

Wellness

Many travellers are looking at the best ways to stay safe in this current environment. In partnership with Face Forward, we now sell high-quality, non-medical face masks for delivery.

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A hand up in Hawaii

The Island of Hawaii is full of opportunities and not just for adventures! The sense of purpose that arises when you help protect a special place or help out the...

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Europe - a feast for the senses

Cultural Exchanges

Europe has enticed and enchanted worldwide visitors for centuries and with many Canadians having European heritage, the urge to explore their roots and embark on a European adventure is stronger...

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9 benefits of a walking holiday

A walking holiday is the best way to get off-the-beaten path, in a different part of the world! Imagine, the feeling of the earth under your feet, the sun on...

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Travelling Solo but not Alone!

The world of travel is finally recognizing that not every tour, stateroom or hotel room should be based – or priced – as though two or more people are sharing....

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