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Fall: Seasonal Travel in 2021

February 9, 2021 //  by Trisha Rathke

Feeling Like Fall Color How far will you go to find a pile of freshly-fallen fall leaves to jump into this autumn? We recommend considering vacations spots close to home, as well as those a bit farther away. The key to a great vacation is finding yourself able to escape the routine – the ordinary. …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: biltmore estate, blue ridge parkway, canada travel, cape cod, fall foliage, fall in new england, fall travel, grove park inn, luxury vacation, virtuoso travel

SUMMER: Seasonal Travel in 2021

February 9, 2021 //  by Trisha Rathke

Planning for SUMMER VACATION Everybody knows we take great pleasure in creating customized itineraries for our clients at beautiful, luxurious, oceanfront spots, but we want to help you plan a great summer vacation with or without waves! Whether you’re dreaming of the crystal blue waters or clear blue skies, you’ll want to be outside this …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: alaska, american travel, dude ranch, Mississippi River, montana vacation, new orleans vacation, river cruise, Rocky mountain vacation, rocky mountains, seasonal travel, summer travel, summer vacation, western vacation

WINTER: Seasonal Travel in 2021

February 9, 2021 //  by Trisha Rathke

WINTER WONDERLANDS All-Inclusive / Exclusive Switzerland What’s not to love about the Saint-Moritz Roi Soleil Club Med Resort? This alpine ski station, at the foot of the Swiss mountains, offers over 350 kilometers of slopes soft with powder enticing your skis, snowshoes or snowboards. Winter evenings at the resort can be spent enjoying a horse-drawn …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: alaska, alps, aspen, colorado, luxury travel, northern lights, ski trip, switzerland, utah, virtuoso travel, winter travel

SPRING: Seasonal Travel in 2021

February 2, 2021 //  by Trisha Rathke

The time for SPRING vacation planning has SPRUNG! Our top recommendations for travelling soon include our nation’s capital and some of our greatest national parks. VIP Travel Designs agents have also been in the field scouting out Walt Disney World and, just a little farther south, the exotic, Costa Rica. Cherry Blossoms and Glam Calling …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: cherry blossoms, Costa Rican travel, EPCOT, EPCOT Flower and Garden, national mall, sierra nevadas, spring 2021, spring photography, spring travel, walt disney world, Washington DC, yosemite

“Pura Vida”

January 22, 2021 //  by Trisha Rathke

Explore with us the magic of Costa Rica as we discover the true meaning of Pura Vida.

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Category: Travel TalesTag: adventure travel, Arenal, Arenas del Mar, Costa Rica, Costa Rican Trails, covid travel, El Silencio, La Fortuna, luxury travel, Manuel Antonio, Monkey, Nature, Nayara, Pura Vida, Sloth, vip travel designs

My Favorite Things

November 19, 2020 //  by Trisha Rathke

Helping You With Holiday Shopping Have you heard? Holiday shopping is starting early this year! To ensure all your packages arrive on time, you’re supposed to shop early in 2020. We’re here with great gift ideas – most of them will make your travels easier and more fun – many of them can also be …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: black friday, christmas gifts, holiday gift ideas, holiday gifts, holiday shopping, luxury travel, my favorite things, shop early, suitcases, travel gift ideas, travel gifts, virtuoso

Mele Kalikimaka

October 20, 2020 //  by Trisha Rathke

Hawaii is Open Pacific breezes, mountains, volcanos, spectacular surf, lush tropics; Hawaii. The culture of the Hawaiian Islands is steeped in the values of hookipa (hospitality) and aloha. Hawaii invites you to reconnect with its people and culture and, once again, enjoy its breathtaking natural beauty, extraordinary open spaces, and unique experiences! Island-Hopping the VIP …

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Category: Newsletter Post, Travel TalesTag: hawaii, hawaiian islands, hawaiian vacation, island-hopping, luxury travel, tropical vacation, virtuoso travel, virtuoso travel advisor

What Does International Travel Look Like Today?

October 16, 2020 //  by Trisha Rathke

Live from Los Cabos, Mexico I am asked daily what travel looks like now, and when it is safe or open for travel. I will say that right now is safe and open in Mexico. This past week, I enjoyed a beautiful stay at Le Blanc Los Cabos Resort & Spa. My first experience traveling …

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Category: Newsletter Post, Travel TalesTag: adult only, air travel, all inclusive, Cabo, Cabo San Lucas, covid travel, First Class, global entry, international travel, le blanc, le blanc cancun, le blanc los cabos, Los Cabos, luxury travel, Mexico, moon palace, palace resorts, travel advisor, travel restrictions

Photo Contest Winner(s)

October 1, 2020 //  by Trisha Rathke

CONGRATULATIONS! We are so happy to announce the winners of our TRAVEL PHOTO CONTEST! Your photo submissions got us dreaming of new vacation experiences; returning to places we have loved and exploring locations we have not traveled to yet. Thanks for inspiring VIP Travel Designs this month! Lisa Bennett : WINNER Landscape Photo Don Namm …

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Category: Newsletter Post, Travel TalesTag: Anguilla, Cuba, Don Namm, Lisa Bennett, photo contest, travel, travel agent, travel photography, travel photos, virtuoso travel, virtuoso travel advisor

Pet-Happy Travel

September 23, 2020 //  by Trisha Rathke

PET-HAPPY TRAVEL TIPS from some EXPERTS Kalli Flecker Ramon has been training dogs for over 30 years. She is the owner of Mind of a K9, located in Richmond, VA. She focuses on helping dogs to be well-mannered family pets. She is an Evaluator for Canine Good Citizen and offers the following advice: Tips for …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: cat travel, dog travel, family travel, family vacation, pet crates, pet tips, pet-friendly travel, pet-happy, pets travelling, traveling with pets, virtuoso, virtuoso travel

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