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Expeditions Beyond Polar the Polar Regions

May 26, 2023

Travel Inspiration   Europe Embark on a captivating Mediterranean odyssey aboard an expedition cruise ship, exploring the storied coastlines of Europe. Sail from historic ports such as Barcelona and Venice, immerse yourself in the ancient ruins of Rome and Athen...

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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

May 26, 2023

Travel Inspiration   Kailua Kona, Hawaii, United States NEAREST AIRPORT: Kona International Airport (KOA) - 7 mi/11 km SIZE: 243 rooms ROOM STYLE: Contemporary VIBE: Casual   Set on the picturesque Kona-Kohala coast on the island of Hawaii, is a magnif...

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Six Senses Douro Valley, Portugal

March 30, 2023

Travel Inspiration   Lamego, Portugal NEAREST AIRPORT: Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) - 45 mi/72 km SIZE: 71 rooms ROOM STYLE: Indigenous VIBE: Zen   For an eco-conscious trip to wine country, look no farther than Six Senses Douro Valley. Localness...

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Discover the Mekong River with AmaWaterways

March 30, 2023

Travel Inspiration   The sagas of ancient empires, colonial powers and modern conflicts have unfolded along her banks. And, through it all, the Mekong remains first and foremost a lifeline. Temples, trade routes and fishing villages in the river’s path are ...

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Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo

February 24, 2023

Travel Inspiration   Located within the exclusive Peninsula Papagayo community on Costa Rica's north Pacific coast, Andaz captures the magic of Costa Rica’s pristine natural beauty with breathtaking views of Culebra Bay and an immersive ...

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Longitude 131˚, Ayers Rock, Australia

January 27, 2023

Travel Inspiration   Destination Home to the World Heritage-listed natural icons Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Australia’s Red Centre is a vast outback wilderness characterised by endless horizons of rolling red sand dunes, green Desert Oa...

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Where to Find the Best Chocolate Tours in the World

January 26, 2023

Travel Inspiration Almost everyone on the planet loves chocolate. It is estimated that nine out of ten people love it, and 1 billion people eat it every day.   Most of us clearly have a passion for the stuff, and it’s always easy to get in different qualit...

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qualia, Great Barrier Reef

November 25, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Set on Hamilton Island’s northern-most tip (Queensland), qualia is the perfect place from which to explore the beautiful Australian icons of the region, including Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef.   Hamilton Island is ...

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Dreams Curacao Resort Spa and Casino

October 29, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Escape to a tropical paradise at Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino. Ideally located on the sandy beaches of Piscadera Bay, this all–inclusive family-friendly resort sanctuary offers luxury suites with opportunities to relax...

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Top Beaches to Relax on this Winter

October 28, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Jalousie Beach, St Lucia This beautiful Caribbean beach sits right at the foot of the majestic Pitons. With its crystal-clear waters and an underwater marine reserve, it is home to many coral and tropical fish, making it an excellent place f...

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The Palm Beaches

October 28, 2022

Travel Inspiration The Original. The One. The Only. The Palm Beaches. With some of the best beaches in South Florida, great local cuisine, and a history of genuine hospitality, The Palm Beaches are a premier destination, and make a great pre- or post-cruise stay! &nb...

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Hotel Boutique Casa Colonial Beach & Spa

September 26, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Located on the exotic north coast of the Dominican Republic and directly on the water, Casa Colonial Beach & Spa is the ultimate, world-class seaside resort.   This tastefully intimate resort features an exceptional fusion of old-w...

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Top Five Travel Destinations for this Fall

September 26, 2022

Travel Inspiration   1. The U.S and Canada  Staying close to home is  a popular option for fall travel. We’ll always love a classic road trip. We can’t wait to explore more under-the-radar national parks, and are looking forward to the star...

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5 Reasons to Book a Villa Vacation

April 19, 2023

Travel Inspiration     1. Bring the Generations Together What more natural way can multigenerational families unite than under one commodious roof? Villas work well for families because everyone has a different place to relax alone and larger areas to spen...

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Best Winter Travel Options

August 26, 2022

Travel Inspiration   With this being the first winter since 2019 that most of the world will be open for travel, our top advice for the upcoming season is to plan ahead and be aware that flight schedules are still changing. Currently, flights are limited to some ...

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Casa de Campo® Resort & Villas

August 26, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Casa de Campo® Resort & Villas opened in La Romana, almost 50 years ago, as the first resort in the Dominican Republic. They have been a favorite luxury destination for discerning travelers and celebrities who relish the private gated...

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Grand Hotel du Palais Royal

July 25, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Set in the heart of Paris’ Right Bank just steps from the Louvre, Grand Hotel du Palais Royal has the city’s only guest rooms with a direct peek into the Palais-Royal gardens. This hotel gives a nod to its leafy neighbor with disp...

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A Trip to Europe with Stephen Smith

July 25, 2022

Travel Inspiration   The Airport Experience in Europe     When we planned our family vacation to Europe, our biggest concern was whether there would be entry and exit restrictions on our way overseas and on our return.  While I had been supp...

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Why your next cruise should be a River Cruise

July 6, 2022

Travel Inspiration   It’s no secret that river cruising is one of the hottest trends in travel. More and more Canadians are intrigued by the small-ship intimacy, the off-the-beaten waves itineraries and generous inclusions to be found on a river cruise. &n...

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Park Hyatt Sydney

June 24, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Experience a 5-Star luxury hotel situated on Sydney Harbour in The Rocks at Park Hyatt Sydney.   The waterfront Park Hyatt Sydney offers a spectacular location on one of the world’s most beautiful harbors. Its 155 guest rooms hav...

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Banyan Tree Samui

May 28, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Overlooking the azure waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Banyan Tree Samui is nestled amid the lush jungle of a private bay in Lamai.   This luxury all-pool villa resort in Samui combines the best elements of a tropical getaway with a pri...

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The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort

April 28, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Welcome to your tropical paradise at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, a luxury resort on French Polynesia's iconic island with beachfront and overwater villas. Suspended over water is the Lagoon Restaurant, with views of Mount Otemanu, while ...

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Top Santa Monica Experiences

April 28, 2022

Travel Inspiration   SANTA MONICA BEACH  The long, wide expanse of Santa Monica Beach is distinguished from other Southern California shorelines by the sheer extent of activities one can enjoy. Both sand and ocean are clean and beautiful, making for some gr...

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Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

February 24, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Between downtown San Juan and the award-winning Isla Verde Beach lies Fairmont El San Juan Hotel, this property is a mecca of sophistication, style, and sleek ocean-view accommodations.   Accommodation   Feel immersed in the Pue...

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The Art of a Perfect Day

December 7, 2021

Travel Inspiration     Rebecca Adams, Direct Travel’s Director of Supplier Relations, recently sailed on board Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the Seas.   Here are Rebecca's thoughts on the Experience:   One of my favorite things abou...

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The Gift Of Travel

November 25, 2022

Travel Inspiration   Gift of Travel with Family  Spend quality time together where no one has to do dishes and the toughest decision all day will be beach or pool. We have really been seeing an increase in families choosing to forgo more “stuff”...

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6 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do While Cruising

October 29, 2021

Travel Inspiration   1 - Heli-Hike in Antarctica Heli-hiking, offered on Quark Expeditions’ new Ultramarine Ship, gives adventurers two experiences in one. First, the flight provides spectacular coastal and mountain views. Next, you get to trek or snowshoe...

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The New Hotel Athens, a Design Hotel

October 29, 2021

Travel Inspiration Athens’ New Hotel feels as though you’re staying in an eclectic, eco-friendly, and ultra-luxe art gallery. Everything about this 79-room boutique hotel is playful and smart, from mismatched chairs that resemble sculptures to the restauran...

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My Trip to Greece

October 29, 2021

Travel Inspiration   This past September, I traveled to Greece and enjoyed a seven-night cruise on board Azamara. It turns out the biggest hurdle wasn’t navigating the new travel requirements, it was getting myself ready to be part of the world again. For t...

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Carlisle Bay – Antigua

September 27, 2021

Travel Inspiration   Located on a stunning horseshoe bay on the South Western shore of the island of Antigua, overlooking tranquil turquoise waters and swathed by lush rainforest, Carlisle Bay offers a haven of seclusion and relaxation. Sophisticated and contempo...

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Confused by Travel Requirements?

August 28, 2021

Travel Inspiration   We are here to help! Borders are opening and travel has cautiously restarted.  With this new beginning, new travel requirements have been implemented. At first glance these regulations seem daunting, but there is a way to break them down...

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Curtain Bluff Resort - Antigua

June 28, 2021

Travel Inspiration   Effortless Island Luxury   Intimate and Inviting, Curtain blends timeless seaside elegance with toes-in-the-sand charm at Antigua's premiere all-inclusive destination.   Relaxation Awaits   Tucked away on a rocky promonto...

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European Food Destinations

April 28, 2021

Travel Inspiration Did somebody say food?  An exploration of some of the top European food destinations.   Paris French cuisine is rated as one of the world’s finest. So Paris is a foregone conclusion on any list of top food cities. French gastronomy...

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A Gradual Return to Cruising is Underway

March 31, 2021

Travel Inspiration   It is in some ways hard for us to grasp that it’s already been 12 months since the world stood still mid-March 2020, when cruise lines voluntarily suspended all operations globally.   Few of us could have predicted that it wou...

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The Best Vacation Spots across Florida

March 31, 2021

Travel Inspiration Plan your next Florida vacation with personalized experiences for everyone!   Florida is a top destination for vacationers around the world and for good reason! The weather is warm and the activities are endless. Many people decide to take the...

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Top 10 Hikes in New Zealand

March 31, 2021

Travel Inspiration   Whether you call it hiking, tramping, or trekking in your corner of the world, it is frequently named as one of the top reasons for visiting New Zealand. Aotearoa New Zealand offers an abundance of tracks available to choose from, varying in ...

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Unique Irish Experiences

March 17, 2021

Travel Inspiration   Private Lambay Island Whiskey Expereince Enjoy a private tour and experience like no other with an exclusive visit to Lambay Island and Distillery. Owned by The Barings from 1904 to present day, the residents of Lambay Island live off-grid &...

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Cap Maison Resort & Spa

February 26, 2021

Travel Inspiration   Cap Maison Resort & Spa   On a magnificent oceanfront bluff high above picturesque Smugglers Cove on the north end of Saint Lucia, Cap Maison Resort & Spa’s incomparable setting is a prize. The exclusive resort is unique ...

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Local Stays

January 13, 2021

Travel Inspiration   California Canyon Ranch, Woodside Set among centuries-old redwoods just south of San Francisco, Canyon Ranch Woodside is a new form of intimate, immersive, and elevated retreat experience.   Woodside artfully orchestrates your connec...

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Direct Travel marks 25th Town Hall for Advisors

December 24, 2020

Travel Inspiration   It’s no secret that Covid-19 has brought a lot of hardship and isolation to travel advisors. When Direct Travel and its Canadian division Vision Travel started Town Hall zoom meetings for its advisors across North America six months ago...

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Greece with Azamara

December 18, 2020

Travel Inspiration   With countless miles of coastline, nearly 6000 islands, unparalleled history and amazing cuisine, it could take an entire lifetime to explore. With the experts at Direct Travel along with Azamara’s Destination Immersion  approach t...

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Coming Soon: Holidays for Heroes

November 27, 2020

Travel Inspiration   To wrap up a year marked by widespread change and industry challenges, Direct Travel, Inc. is launching a community-driven initiative of celebration and renewed hope with its Holidays for Heroes giveaway. The contest will provide 10 winners w...

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Private Villa Stays

November 27, 2020

Travel Inspiration   Close to home or far-flung: There’s a private stay for every type of travel.   As we dust off our suitcases and venture back into the world, there’s a certain peace of mind to be found from settling into a private villa. Lu...

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Trend Alert: Travel with your Bubble

October 30, 2020

Travel Inspiration   We recently asked Rene Schneeberger, Vice President Leisure Supplier Management, for what he saw as the biggest trends in travel as we navigate these challenging times.  Here are his thoughts.    The upcoming holiday season i...

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10 Trips of a Lifetime

March 8, 2021

Travel Inspiration   How many of these trips of a lifetime are on your must experience list?  Direct Travel can help you turn your Dream into Reality.   1. Set Sail on World Cruise Almost every major cruise line offers a world cruise and they are fan...

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Red Canyon Lodge

October 1, 2020

Travel Inspiration   Discover one of Utah’s hidden treasures, Red Canyon Lodge in Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area.  They’re surrounded by Flaming Gorge’s incredible scenery, abundant wildlife and a huge variety of outdoor recreation....

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Hidden Gems

September 30, 2020

Travel Inspiration   With many Direct Travelers looking for vacations close to home this year; we asked our team of expert travel advisors across the country for their Hidden Gem Hotels and Resorts and they delivered!  Here are a few of the properties they r...

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Villa Rental Tips

July 28, 2020

Travel Inspiration   Nothing will make you feel like an A-Lister quite as much as your own villa. Besides the considerable glamour factor, renting a home away from home has several advantages. Depending on the size of your group, a villa may be better value than ...

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Top 5 Benefits from Traveling Solo

July 20, 2020

Travel Inspiration   There are many reasons to travel solo; maybe you’re single, in a relationship, or want the privacy of your own room while travelling with friends. Regardless of the reason, solo travelling is a unique and rewarding experience that allow...

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