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CULTURE & T RAV E L
Mexico is a hidden gem and when
talking about gems you can’t overlook Riv-
iera Maya, Mexico. There all inclusive resorts
are not only luxurious but also child friendly.
Pictured Azul Fives Riviera Maya All Inclu-
sive by Karisma
Another hot spot and one of my favorites
is Playa del Carmen, Mexico. I personally
stayed at this laid back haven of relaxation
and whatever you needed from food to
massage was taken care of in the blink of an
eye. Pictured Azul Fives Playa del Carmen
All Inclusive by Karisma
Cancun, Mexico isn’t a tried and true all
time favorite. You can stay closer to the city
where all of the action is or where I stayed
on the outskirts along the beautiful quiet
beach. I was able to sample this hot spot 1
week before Christmas. While everyone else
faced the cold and snow, I was in lounging in
a hot tub...bliss! Pictured Fiesta Americana
Condesa Cancun
The Maldives is also another iconic
treasure. With its turquoise sea and
over water bungalows people travel
from all over the world to indulge in
the island.
Thailand anyone? Thailand is another hidden
gem that’s been becoming more and more
popular over the past few years. It is an
absolute paradise and with the current rate
of exchange on US currency you can have an
extremely luxurious vacation for pennies on
the dollar!
Year after year Dubai keeps it’s title
for 1 of the most desired destinations.
Whether it’s the wealth in the air or
the feeling you get when your there
Dubai is the “It Place” to be and I look
forward to going myself later on this
year!
Top 5 Reasons to
use a Travel Specialist
in 2018
2017 was a great year and now as we usher
in 2018 let’s make it even bett er with
More Travel!
We bring you our Top 5 Reasons to use
a Travel Specialist in 2018 and the added
tips that come with it!
1. Th ey can make sense of the endless
off ers from cruise lines and airlines and
hotels.
Which cruiseline should I use Carnival vs
Seven Seas or maybe Royal Caribbean?
Should I really stay clear of Spirit or
should I jump on one of their weekly
specials? Th is year travel companies are
off ering more brands than ever before in
history—on land, in the air and on the
seas. A travel professional can decipher the
subtle diff erences and choose the one that
fi ts your requirements for your trip.
2. Travel professionals save you time
and money.
Whether they charge a fee (as many
do), or not, the money and time you
spend with them will be returned to you
many times over in the form of perks,
convenience and great service.
3. Payment options.
Whether your trip is for a party of 4 or 400
a Travel Specialist can arrange payment
plan options that are not available to the
public. Th at means your wish of going to
Disney, Greece, the Maldives and beyond
are closer than you think!
4. Applied knowledge is power.
From the visa and passport requirements
to the name of the maître d’ at the
best restaurant in town, a good travel
specialist (even the newest) has the inside
information to customize the trip of your
dreams.
5. Th ey look at the details and advocate
on your behalf.
Whether you need an upgrade to an ocean
view or a ticket out of harm’s way aft er an
earthquake, your travel agent will be there
for you, intervening with suppliers on your
behalf.
Be sure to contact either one of us to help
you with all of your travel needs. Looking
forward to working with you in 2018!
Adrienne Dawkins
Travel Specialist
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