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Shae | Travel Agent & Planner @ MACS Travel (she/her)
🌱 your modern travel advisor
💭 custom trip planning
🌎 Europe, foodie & outdoor adventures

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I’ve been to dozens of small European cities, but this one is my all-time favourite 🤍 🎄 ✨❄️ it’s week 2 of the dream win...
11/19/2024

I’ve been to dozens of small European cities, but this one is my all-time favourite 🤍 🎄

✨❄️ it’s week 2 of the dream winter trip series: Strasbourg, France! ❄️✨

This one is close to my heart folks - I spent almost 6 months living here as an international student in 2016. While I arrived just after the Christmas holidays, I got to see all the festive lights still on display, and the Christmas trees hadn’t been taken down yet. It was still magical! Like Lucerne, Strasbourg is one of those places that’s meant to be seen in the winter. 🎄 Welcome to week 2 of the Dream Winter Trip series!

Experience the iconic Strasbourg Christmas markets, some of the oldest and most famous in all of Europe. Mulled wine, tarte flambee, handcrafted ornaments and local Muenster cheese are just a few of the classic must-tries while you’re in town. This small city is so easy to get around between the city tram lines and rental bikes, with incredible architecture and views at every turn around the canal.

Book your holiday escape today and make unforgettable memories in this enchanting European gem!

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🛑 STOP SCROLLING 🛑  13 days in Ecuador, including Galapagos Islands 🦭 and the Amazon 🦜 for under 3k?! Yes please 😍Exotic...
11/14/2024

🛑 STOP SCROLLING 🛑 13 days in Ecuador, including Galapagos Islands 🦭 and the Amazon 🦜 for under 3k?! Yes please 😍

Exoticca’s Black Friday deals continue to break the internet 🤯 These fares are flying off the shelf, for a good reason! This trip is an incredible itinerary, and at a wild price. Explore Ecuador and all its natural wonders by starting in Quito, then jumping from the island of San Cristobal to Santa Cruz to fully immerse yourself in the treasures of the Galapagos; from rare marine wildlife to some of the most beautiful landscapes and beaches in the world. Next, uncover the secrets of the Amazon forest before finishing back in Quito and treating your senses to an explosion of colors in this historic city.

✈️ Departure from Halifax
👯 Prices per person for double occupancy
📅 Prices pulled today, Nov 14
🤑👌 Currently 70% off!

January 9 2025: $2799 CAD per person
January 18 2025: $2999 CAD per person
March 23 2025: $2899 CAD per person
March 30 2025: $2899 CAD per person
April 5 2025: $2799 CAD per person
April 13 2025: $2999 CAD per person

🤍 Ready to make your dream of meeting a blue-footed bobbie and sunbathing alongside the seals on the Galapagos a reality?
❔Other dates and departure locations available, price may differ
📧 [email protected]

Prices and availability not guaranteed until booking/deposit are completed, prices can change without warning.

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Keywords: travel agent, travel consultant, travel planner, travel planning, trip planning, Black Friday travel sales

I travel at least 5 times a year and these are my essential travel habits to keep in mind 🌎 Don’t worry, I know these ar...
11/13/2024

I travel at least 5 times a year and these are my essential travel habits to keep in mind 🌎 Don’t worry, I know these are broad - we’ll get into more specifics next week!!!

💧 Hydration is key - I know it’s a pain to carry a water bottle with your cute purse. Just do it. You’ll feel like crap if you don’t! (Or you just won’t crap and that’s even worse 💩)

🏥 I’m not saying you should listen to your great aunt who says everywhere is dangerous, but being aware of the safety considerations at your destination is important. Sun, bugs and vaccines are all important safety things to consider.

🍃 Try to travel as sustainably as possible, whether it’s where you stay or the bamboo spork you tuck in your bag. It all makes a difference!

🤍 Finally, being respectful to the culture of your destination and keeping an open mind go hand in hand. Nothing will ruin your trip faster than expecting your international destination to feel the same as home - so don’t! (And pay the extra few $ for refundable options!)

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Keywords: travel agent, travel consultant, travel planner, travel planning, trip planning, travel tips

POV: A dream trip to Africa is on your 2025 bingo card, and you just realized exoticca is having their Black Friday sale...
10/29/2024

POV: A dream trip to Africa is on your 2025 bingo card, and you just realized exoticca is having their Black Friday sale! 🌍

Trips to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya and more are currently up to 70% off - I’ve been eyeing these trips for myself in the future, so I can confirm these deals are wildly good and not just another silly 15% off for Black Friday marketing gimmick 😍

Let’s chat ASAP if this is on your 2025 list to secure one of these incredible deals!

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Portugal day trips and experiences my clients LOVED... cooking classes, baking classes, Obidos and Vigo! 🌍✨Experiences: ...
10/28/2024

Portugal day trips and experiences my clients LOVED... cooking classes, baking classes, Obidos and Vigo! 🌍✨

Experiences: Food is your gateway to understanding a new culture, and nothing beats meeting other travelers over a self-made meal, taught by a passionate, local professional. If you haven't doing cooking classes while travelling, I'm sorry to say you're missing out! In Portugal, my clients learned how to cook Portuguese classics like the famous custard tart dessert, and can now make it at home whenever they're feeling some wanderlust!

Day trips: Day trips and "layovers" are a great way to experience the vibrant and unique culture in smaller towns that might not have the infrastructure or amenities to base yourself there longer-term. Whether you rent a car, or take a little regional train, they're always worth the extra effort.

Have you been to Portugal, and had any can't-miss experiences? Let me know! 👇

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Happy Saturday travel pals! May your weekend be full of sunshine, doggos, beach walks and travel dreaming 💭 🐾 On my dock...
10/26/2024

Happy Saturday travel pals! May your weekend be full of sunshine, doggos, beach walks and travel dreaming 💭 🐾

On my docket this weekend:
- Saturday climb 🧗‍♂️
- dinner with friends from out of town 🍷
- Sunday trip planning for a clients Italy trip 🇮🇹
- weekend reset ahead of another busy week! 🥘

Toronto was showing off with the weather this week! What an amazing couple of days in the big city for work, with lots o...
10/23/2024

Toronto was showing off with the weather this week! What an amazing couple of days in the big city for work, with lots of wonderful friend and food moments squeezed in 🤍

The is my fave downtown hotel - the service is always perfect and the suites are so spacious.

Heading home today with a full heart (and belly!) 🥰

106,000 acres of stunning coastal cliffs, rocky inlets, and a diverse range of flora and fauna along Mediterranean coast...
10/22/2024

106,000 acres of stunning coastal cliffs, rocky inlets, and a diverse range of flora and fauna along Mediterranean coastline... would you have guessed Marseille? This storied, diverse city is one of my favourite destinations ever - I've been there three times! 💙⛰️🌊

With a reputation of a grungy port city, Marseille is often an overlooked French destination but with the Calanques National Park right in the city, stretching from Marseille to Cassis, Marseille is a beautiful destination for hiking, swimming, and enjoying nature, with all the fun, food and history of being in the city right there as well.

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✨❄️ Dream winter trip series: Lucerne, Switzerland! ❄️✨No hate to a simple beach vacation, but some places are just mean...
10/20/2024

✨❄️ Dream winter trip series: Lucerne, Switzerland! ❄️✨

No hate to a simple beach vacation, but some places are just meant to be seen in the winter - this new weekly series will feature some of those places across Europe, and Lucerne seriously has it all!

Experience the magic of winter in Lucerne - from charming Christmas markets to breathtaking snowy landscapes, this city transforms into a winter wonderland every year. Stroll along the picturesque lakeside, explore the historic old town, and indulge in local treats and experiences at Christmas Markets and culinary hotspots. Whether you're seeking adventure or a cozy getaway, Lucerne should be on your list 🌟🕯️

Book your winter escape today and make unforgettable memories in this enchanting Swiss gem!

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It's a MYTH! Package deals, when done right (aka through your favourite travel agent) can save you big bucks! 😮Here's wh...
10/19/2024

It's a MYTH! Package deals, when done right (aka through your favourite travel agent) can save you big bucks! 😮

Here's when you should talk to your travel agent about package rates:

- 🌃 When you're looking to book a weekend city getaway. Those downtown hotel rates hurt, let's make them hurt a bit less!

- 🎄When you're looking to book for specific dates that have higher rates because of a holiday, festival or other culturally significant date. These kinds of dates will always have increased car rental, flight and accommodation rates; a package rate helps reduce the overall cost

- 💸 When that dream hotel or car rental experience is just outside of your budget. Message me to see if a package rate can bring the whole trip total within your budget

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As the Thanksgiving weekend comes to an end, I want to say thank you:• to the incredibly supportive and knowledgeable te...
10/15/2024

As the Thanksgiving weekend comes to an end, I want to say thank you:

• to the incredibly supportive and knowledgeable team at MACS Travel

• and to the BEST clients - it’s been an absolute joy to dream, plan, problem solve and live vicariously through your adventures.

Thankful doesn’t begin to cover it this weekend 🤍 Here’s to more travel! ✈️


10/01/2024

Best beaches I’ve ever been to? 🏖️

CUBA 🇨🇺🤍

Soft, sandy white beaches with warm, clear water - it’s perfectly simple and you can’t beat the cost of a Cuba trip. I’ve been to Cuba 3 times now and each region I’ve visited has been unique, but the beaches consistently amaze me.

My last trip was to Brisas Guardalavaca (Holguin) - the beach, the people and the service were incredible!

NEW DIRECT FLIGHT TO EUROPE COMING TO YHZ! ✈️With a direct flight, you can get to incredible Swiss destinations faster, ...
09/30/2024

NEW DIRECT FLIGHT TO EUROPE COMING TO YHZ! ✈️

With a direct flight, you can get to incredible Swiss destinations faster, like Rhine Falls, Zermatt or Appenzell. Beyond exploring Zurich, where would this flight take you? 💭

The details so far:
- Edelwiss Airlines will be operating the flight from Halifax - Zurich
- Flights start on July 3 2025 and run till Oct 5 2025
- Flights will run Thursdays and Sundays and take about 7 hours
- While not a Star Alliance member, Edelweiss is part of the Swiss Air Miles & More frequent flyer program!

Adding this one to the worldwide wishlist - BO Hotel Palazzo Porec! 😍I love when I can get to know clients so well that ...
09/30/2024

Adding this one to the worldwide wishlist - BO Hotel Palazzo Porec! 😍

I love when I can get to know clients so well that I can advise on the perfect splurge experiences to take a trip to the next level. I saw an incredible rate on this property and new it would take a ferry port stop-over to a romantic 2-night stay on the Adriatic sea.

Did I mention there's a pool overlooking the Adriatic? ⛱

Enjoy Porec, B&B! ☀️

Who’s your travel pal? 💃🕺🏻 Rain or shine, my husband is mine! Outside of travelling solo for work (which I do love from ...
09/21/2024

Who’s your travel pal? 💃🕺🏻

Rain or shine, my husband is mine! Outside of travelling solo for work (which I do love from time to time) we always travel together. We have some pretty opposite hobbies and interests which makes for fun planning, but it also forces us to each experience things we might not have otherwise. And the one thing we always agree on? Food is the most important part of a trip 🤤

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09/13/2024

I know the weather is just starting to cool off… but that makes it the perfect time to starting planning and booking those winter escapes.

Of course Cuba, Dominican Republic and Mexico are the classics - but what if you don’t want to sit on a beach at an all-inclusive all day? The Canary Islands (Spain), Southern Portugal, Southern Italy, Southern Croatia, Malta, Cyprus and Greece are all stunning sunny destinations where you won’t just get your winter fill of vitamin D, but you’ll also beat those summer crowds and prices.

And as always - let me take care of the planning for you 😇

🤍 sound like the right trip for you? Let’s chat next steps!
📧 [email protected]

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What do you NEED help with when it comes to planning a trip? 📍 The whole world’s your bucket list so you can decide on a...
08/07/2024

What do you NEED help with when it comes to planning a trip?

📍 The whole world’s your bucket list so you can decide on a destination?

💰 Having a hard time finding options within your budget?

🗺️ Maps, streets, hotel names all in foreign languages have your head spinning?

✈️ And then there’s navigating booking flights 🤪

Good news - there’s people like me who love dealing with all of the above, and that’s why we’re in this business.

🤍 If travel planning is taking the joy out of travelling, let chat!
📧 [email protected]

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Love Prosecco 🍾? Love hiking 🥾? Then I genuinely can't imagine a more perfect trip for you!Walk the Prosecco Hills, with...
08/06/2024

Love Prosecco 🍾? Love hiking 🥾? Then I genuinely can't imagine a more perfect trip for you!

Walk the Prosecco Hills, with a side of Venice!

🍾🥾 Spend 8 days with this small group (max 18p) tour and a professional wine/hiking guide, exploring the famous, yet relaxed Prosecco Hills. Very few tourists venture this far away from Venice, so you'll get to explore without all the crowds of other European wine destinations. Each day features a walk through the hills to a different hamlet, monastery, osteria (traditional Italian restaurant) and of course, vineyards. This tour starts and ends in Pieve di Soligo, Italy, and includes airport transfer from the Venice International Airport.

💲 Lowest price for this 8-day tour is $2080 CAD. Flights not included
⤵️ $520 CAD deposit required to reserve your spot
🗓️ Tour start dates: April 12, 19, 26, June 28
🌎 Various departure gates are available! DM me your home airport for flight quotes

🤍 Ready to take your wine walk abroad?
📧 [email protected]

*Prices based on a twin share room at double occupancy. Prices include all taxes and fees. Prices and availability not guaranteed until booking/deposit are completed, prices can change without warning.

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