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Why choose cruising?

October 10, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

There is something naturally relaxing about cruising. Maybe it’s the soothing sounds of the ship gliding through the open sea. Or maybe it is the gradual change of scenery as you sit and enjoy a nice glass of wine. Personally for me it is all of the above, and then some. I love watching the …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: cruise, crystal cruises, cunard, is cruising safe, luxury, luxury cruise, luxury travel, ocean cruise, river cruise, royal caribbean, seabourn, silverseas, travel advise, travel agent, travel tips, uniworld, viking, virtuoso travel

Why You Should Purchase Travel Protection Insurance EVERY Time

October 10, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

There are 2 main reasons you need third-party insurance: Cancellation Medical coverage Most people only think about travel insurance covering them if they have to cancel their trip. And many will say, “We are going on this trip no matter what so we don’t need insurance.” But we all know things happen.  In this case, …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: coronavirus, covid-19, luxury travel, travel advise, travel agent, travel insurance, travel protection, travel tips, vacation, virtuoso, virtuoso travel

Introducing Our New Client Care Manager Katie Lowell

September 24, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

Hello fellow travelers!  My name is Katie Lowell and I recently started assisting Trisha with all the wonderful vacations she’s designing.  I have a husband and two sons, ages 16 and 18, and am re-entering working life after raising the family (including the husband)!  In my free time I enjoy volunteering with youth at church, …

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5 Quick Tips To A Smooth Vacation

September 24, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

5 Quick Tips to a Smooth Vacation Be Flexible – I always plan for delays and try not to get upset if things go wrong. Patience is extremely important when traveling!  You will laugh about these snafus later.  Make A List – About a week or so before each trip, I make a list of items I don’t want to …

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Category: Travel TalesTag: international travel, luxury, luxury travel, travel, travel agent, travel tips, vacation, virtuoso travel

Last Minute Getaway Ideas

September 6, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

European Cruise Markets River Cruise Just announced – Last minute specials for 2019 River Cruises including FREE or Reduced Airfare, 2 for 1 Cruise Fares, and more.  What a Magical way to spend the Holidays!Contact VIP Travel Designs for a free quote & spend the holidays gliding through Europe.

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Category: Newsletter Post, Travel TalesTag: amawaterways, europe, luxury, luxury travel, river cruise, travel agent, uniworld, viking river, virtuoso

Happy Fall

September 6, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

I know, I know.  It isn’t quite Fall yet.  But, in my mind once the kids go back to school and Labor Day is behind us, it is time to bust out the pumpkin and apple candles and put up the Autumn Decor.  Anyone else feel that way?  Something else magically happens in September here at …

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Category: Newsletter Post, Travel TalesTag: fall, fall break, holiday travel, luxury travel, thanksgiving, travel, travel agent, vacation, virtuoso, virtuoso travel

Announcing…

August 1, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

I am proud to announce The Travel Planner is now VIP TRAVEL DESIGNS!  After months of transitioning and hinting, the day has finally come.  I know you may be asking, what does this mean exactly?VIP Travel Designs is a full service concierge travel agency specializing in upscale and unique experiences.  Because, don’t we all deserve …

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Category: Newsletter Post, Travel TalesTag: first class travel, luxury, luxury travel, travel, travel agent, vip, virtuoso, virtuoso travel

traveling to Venice Italy

“Thank you so much for arranging this hotel. It is beautiful and in a perfect location” – H.K.

March 25, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

I love receiving these little Love Notes from my VIP Clients. Recently I had someone ask me if I could just tell them what hotel to stay in while visiting Italy. It isn’t that easy to rattle off a list of hotels. Well, maybe it is, but that wouldn’t be servicing anyone. You see, when …

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taking pictures of a traveler

Let Them Explore

March 14, 2019 //  by Trisha Rathke

One of my best travel moments with my children was in Florence. After a day of getting “purposely lost” in the city, we found an Irish Pub in the middle of Piazza del Duomo where hubby and I enjoyed a German beer. I’m sure that sounds like the start of a corny joke. “Sitting in …

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