Serafina Travel

12/05/2023

So many travel questions and not nearly enough time in the day to scour Google for all the answers👇

❓Is the junior suite at the resort a decent size? Or is it worth the upgrade to the Presidential suite?

❓Is the oceanview room at the resort "really" an oceanview - or just a peak of the ocean between palm trees?

❓Which cruise line has the best itineraries for South East Asia?

❓How do I decide which river cruise line is the right fit for me?

These are all questions you may be asking yourself as you start planning your future trips, and the answers will be tricky to find in a Google search.

But you will find those answers with us, trusted travel experts who make it a point to know the hotels and cruise lines we recommend like the back of our hand.

These types of things can totally make or break a travel experience! So when you’re ready to have a travel expert in your corner helping you get the trip of your dreams, give us a call.

11/24/2023

Can we talk about online reviews for a minute?

Have you been finding yourself scrolling through countless online reviews lately trying to piece together the perfect European vacation?

Here‘s the thing: Online reviews can be a great starting point, but they‘re just a glimpse into someone else‘s experience, and what‘s perfect for one might not be for another.

So many things are in play — personal preferences, biases, and then there’s the occasional fake review. It can all cloud the true essence of a place.

When I’m you’re travel advisor, getting to know you and your travel style is an essential part of what I do.

Your vacation isn’t just based on reviews and ratings, but on a real understanding of what you’re looking for out of your travels.

So, next time you‘re planning a getaway, let‘s chat. Because a vacation curated with expertise beats vague online reviews any day.🌍✈️

11/23/2023

Calling all parents!

Want to add a fun element to your next family getaway for the kiddos?

Set up a mini food challenge! Ask your travel advisor about some of the local dishes in the place you’ll be visiting, and set up a challenge to see who can try the most local foods.

It’s such a fun way to immersive yourselves in the local culture, and encourage the kids to try new things.

11/09/2023

Bon Voyage to all our families leaving today and tomorrow for a week in the sun 🌞

They’re making the most of the November school break and jetting away to Cancun, the Riviera Maya, La Romana (Dominican Republic), and Punta Mita (north of Puerto Vallarta).

Thinking of getting away with kids during March break? Flights are getting full, but still some options available if you have flexibility with your travel dates.

Send us a message or give us a call to see what would work for your family’s schedule.

✉️ [email protected]
☎️ 403-812-9977

10/28/2023

With almost 20,000 castles around the country, Germany is known for being home to some of the most picturesque castles in Europe. View them from a relaxing river cruise down the Rhine river. Or spend your days exploring the German countryside and spend your nights pretending you are royalty with a stay in an authentic castle.

From fairytale palaces to medieval fortresses, we can give you all the insider trips for which castles to see and how to get there.

10/28/2023

Ready when you are :)

10/06/2023

As Canadians, our favourite time to travel to most Caribbean islands is January through March, and that may feel far away but here’s why you want to get on planning sooner rather than later:

⏰ Availability - Planning ahead will make sure you get the right resort and tours to round out your trip. It’s high season in the Caribbean and things book up fast.

💰 The best value and cost savings - Scrambling last minute can lead to hasty decisions. With enough lead time, we can make sure you get the best value.

📝 The best itinerary - Planning ahead will allow us to put together an itinerary that’s truly tailored to you and includes some local experiences and hidden gems. You won’t leave feeling like you missed out and didn't make the most of your time in the destination.

All that being said, ultimately you want a good balance! Make plans, but also leave room to go with the flow a little bit. We love helping our clients do this on their trips.

Have any questions about winter travel? Send us a DM.

09/29/2023

The WestJet Group shares timeline for the integration of Sunwing Airlines into WestJet Airlines to complete the airline’s strategy to move all 737s into the same AOC.

09/25/2023

Plan a vacation they said, it’ll be easy they said…

But if you dove into your Disney trip planning and are feeling a little over your head with all of the research, time, and sheer number of choices out there...

Just know that we get it! So many of our first-time clients come to us feeling exactly like you do.

And nothing gives Renee Tsang Travel more joy than waving her magic wand and giving her clients:

✨Complete clarity on where to go, where to stay, and what to do to get the type of trip they want

And, even better…

✨Making all of the stress disappear by taking on the planning and booking.

If this is how you’d like travel planning to be for you too, click the link to book a consultation call to explore your options with Renee! https://chatwithserafinatravel.as.me/

09/21/2023

Travel is all about connecting with the world around us!

Where was the last place you visited that made you feel truly connected to the people and culture?

Share your favorite travel moments in the comments below and let`s inspire each other to explore the world! 🤝

09/20/2023

"It didn`t look like the photos!"

How many times have you dived into researching a trip and read those words in reviews?

Here’s the absolute best way to avoid showing up to a hotel or stateroom you’ve booked only to realize it’s nothing like it seemed online. (Yikes!)

👉 Get Vetted Recommendations

Online reviews aren’t always accurate and don’t reflect the standards an expert in the travel industry would use to evaluate a property or cruise line.

✅ We visit and vet the properties and cruise lines we recommend to our clients, so we know what the *actual* experience is like.

✅ We stay in touch with management. We know when renovations and big changes are happening and how that would affect our clients’ experience.

✅ If there’s a hotel our clients want to stay at or a cruise line they want to sail with that we haven’t personally vetted, we're picking up the phone to tap into our worldwide network of industry connections to get the scoop.

Just a few of the ways we help our clients have stress-free, drama-free trips! Want to know more about our travel planning services? Click the link to book a complimentary consultation call with one of us: https://chatwithserafinatravel.as.me/

09/15/2023

Travel trends we're loving! ❤️

💼 Swankier Airport Lounges
More airlines are stepping up their lounge game, and we love this. Lounges really can make the travel experience that much better.

✈️ Embracing Easy Travel
Trips don’t always have to be of the bucketlist variety. This can create so much pressure and lead to over-packed itineraries to avoid FOMO. More people have been embracing lighter itineraries and slower travel.

🌄 Transformational Adventures
People have been travelling deeper and looking for inner transformation through retreats and wellness travel.

Are there any travel trends you’re loving? 📷

09/13/2023

🛑 Avoid This Mistake If You’re Booking 4 and 5-Star Hotels 🛑

Have you ever thought to yourself, “Do I need to book a hotel through a travel agent? I can just book it online myself for the same price.”

You can book your hotel on your own, but here’s the thing…

When you book four and five-star hotel rooms yourself, you may be missing out on perks - and who doesn’t love a perk to make travel experiences sweeter?

So here`s the scoop, as an Internova Travel Group member, we have access to the SELECT hotels and resorts amenity program that offers VIP-worthy privileges to craft memorable and authentic experiences at some of the most distinguished premium properties

💵 Hotel credits
⬆️ Priority room upgrades
☕️ Complimentary breakfast during your stay
🛏 The option to do early check-in and late check-out
✨ Stellar customer service

And other little perks like champagne and sweets on arrival. 🥂

So you may get the same rate by booking yourself, but you may be missing out on so much value when you don’t book with us.

Curious about the hotels we partner with? Click here: https://issuu.com/codegreenx/docs/2023-select-collection-issue-

09/09/2023

We're excited to officially announce that Brenda Tulissi has joined the Serafina Travel team 🎉

Brenda joins our team with over 20 years of experience as a travel agent and personal travel experience with all the major cruise lines. You may have already worked with Brenda for your travel insurance; she is a wizard at matching our travellers with the best travel insurance plan for their travel needs and we're thrilled to have her as our official travel insurance expert!

Whether you're looking for a romantic cruise for 2, an organized trip for your school or sports team, or the best trip protection policy for your family, Brenda has the personal experience and industry skills to make planning your trip stress-free!

You can find out more about Brenda by visiting our website: https://www.serafinatravel.com/about

Welcome to the team Brenda 🥂

09/08/2023

Just another reason why we love to recommend Iberostar resorts ✨

The Iberostar Group has teamed up with Planeterra to launch community tourism programs in destinations where the Spanish chain has hotels. And ambitious goals have been set, including a plan to provide more than 955,000 travellers with community tourism experiences, involve 35 communities, and imple...

09/07/2023

Sometimes life calls for a trip, and sometimes it calls for a life-changing journey.

And what’s the secret to that?

It’s all about the details, connections, and personal touches.

➡️ That undiscovered café tucked away in a cobblestone alley.

➡️ That breathtaking sunrise spot only the locals (And your favourite travel advisor) know.

➡️ A fabulous personal tour guide who surprises you with stops to places you won’t find on Google just yet.

If you’ve been feeling the wanderlust rising lately and you’re looking for a journey, let’s chat. Every journey needs a personal touch and an expert guide. Link in bio to book a complimentary discovery call with us.

09/05/2023

Celebrating a big anniversary next year?

Whether it’s 5, 10, 20, or 30 years, travel is a great way to reconnect and re-energize your relationship.

Of course, you’re talking to the people who think travel is the cure for everything! 😀

So where do you begin? Here are a few trip ideas to get you started:

🏍 Explore Rome - Vintage Vespa rides, sipping espresso on piazzas, gnocchi making classes.

🌊Sunsets In the South Pacific - Watch sunsets over a lagoon in the South Pacific from your overwater bungalow complete with a butler.

🌌 Aurora Chasing In Iceland - Soak in the endless natural spas around Iceland by day, and chase the Northern Lights by night.

🍷 Wine Tasting In Portugal - Vineyard hop through Porto, taking in the stunning landscape, and eating some of the best seafood in the world.

Which anniversary trip is most your style? 📷

09/03/2023

We don't want to say it with a few weeks of summer still left... but winter is coming!

Here’s some inspo for your winter vacation based on what our clients have been booking lately:

🐳A family beach vacation in Mexico complete with waterslides and whale watching in Los Cabos.

☀️A group planning to combat the winter blues with a week in the sun on Negril Beach in Jamaica.

🍹And a girl's getaway for some rest and relaxation - no cooking or cleaning for a week - at an adults-only resort in the Riviera Maya.

🛳A family reunion cruising through the turquoise Caribbean waters with a beach day at PerfectDay at CocoCay.

Where are you dreaming of exploring this winter?