Bucket List Travel By Karen

02/12/2025

ANTARCTICA with Quark!

Enjoy this webinar.

Thank you for tuning in to the recording of the Snow Hill to the Peninsula: Shackleton’s Emperors webinar with photographer and guide Paul Goldstein. We look forward to sharing details of this exclusive and exciting voyage, including: - What’s new and indeed unique about the 18-day Snow Hill to ...

02/11/2025

AMA Waterways & Smithsonian --- A fabulous combination!

AmaWaterways is thrilled to announce a new alliance with Smithsonian Journeys, the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution and a leader in authentic and enriching small-group travel. Our new shared collection of European sailings provides opportunities to engage with a variety of Smithsonian Journeys Experts. Chosen for their charisma and expertise, these extremely knowledgeable individuals have dedicated entire careers to pursuing their passions and will offer incredible insights to ensure your journey is as captivating as it is meaningful.

Every Smithsonian Journeys Departure Includes:
Gourmet Dining – Fine dining at every meal, plus a multi-course tasting at The Chef’s Table
Excursions – Up to 6 immersive guided tours daily, including exclusive Smithsonian Journeys experiences
Personalized Service – Dedicated AmaWaterways Cruise Manager who takes care of you throughout your journey
Cocktail Hour – Complimentary Daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour
Seamless Travel – Airport transfers and portage service to and from the ship on cruise embarkation and disembarkation days*
Smithsonian Journey Experts – Two dedicated Smithsonian Journey Experts who will provide enriching lectures on topics related to the destinations you visit.

A family-owned company since 2002, award-winning AmaWaterways offers unforgettable river cruises with 28 ships sailing through Europe, Asia, Africa and South America. 'Ama' means love - and we put love in everything we do, from our exquisite locally-sourced cuisine to our variety of included shore e...

02/10/2025

02/07/2025

Very interesting!

02/07/2025

One of my New Year's Resolutions was to be looking ahead more and securing some fantastic opportunities.

Check out these Jan-April 2027 sailings! One may work for you!

REMEMBER --- I can help you!

Read Emerald Cruises Yacht Brochure 2025-2027 by Emerald Cruises Canada on Issuu and browse thousands of other publications on our platform. Start ...

02/04/2025

This month's draw is for a Disney cruise and WDW vacation!

Enter today for a chance to win!!!

Our travel agents are here to help – before, during, and after your next dream getaway. Call us or visit us at 578 Cataraqui Woods Drive, Unit 1 in Kingston, ON

02/04/2025

GREENLAND - make a coffee and put up your feet .... and enjoy!

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Greenland as we uncover its breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and extraordinary wildlife in our latest webi...

02/01/2025

HX Expeditions - Life Returns - Springtime Expedition to Antarctica

Check this itinerary out. I love how it uses Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile as the start and end destinations!

What do you think to this itinerary and destination? Join us!!!

www.travelhx.com/en/cruises/life-returns-springtime-expedition-to-antarctica/

02/01/2025

This is a very interesting news report regarding South Georgia Island. Yet another destination that is on my radar and will be fullfilled when we sail with HX Expeditions to Antarctica. Check it out!

Keep your eyes on the news and where A23a ends up! They estimate that in 2-4 weeks, this could arrive at the island.

The next post will have the link to the itinerary I have my eyes on. Join us???

T​he largest iceberg in the world is headed toward an island with a massive population of penguins and seals. - Articles from The Weather Channel | weather.com

01/31/2025

COME AWAY WITH US IN 2027!

GALAPAGOS --- one of my happy places and I hope to make it yours too! Whether with us or on a time that is right for you, if you can do it....DO IT!

01/31/2025

I would love to hear what is on your bucket list.

Here is one of mine! What do you think?

Hunt for the elusive northern lights and discover fascinating Finland, “Daughter of the Baltic.”

01/31/2025

Have you ever traced your relative's movements in WWII War Diaries? I have my Dad's from D Day to the end of the war!

I am going to create a map, and then an trip itinerary to hopefully share this journey with my family sometime soon.

Please share what you have found out!

Looking for someone to help you create an itinerary .... I am here for you!

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My Dad is on the left, his Dad and my Uncle before leaving Chemainus, B.C. for training and then overseas.

01/29/2025

SAVE THE DATE - MARCH 22 - AFTERNOON

What questions would you like to ask at our March 22nd HX Expeditions presentation. Our Business Development Manager Ian Kivell will be in person at our Kingston office to present their product/itineraries to you. As well, we will share the Galapagos itineraries (in December we enjoyed In Darwin's Footsteps), chat about the Galapagos group I am putting together as well as the May 7th, 2026 group cruise Expedition to Iceland: Hamburg to Reykjavik via North Atlantic Islands.

Check out their Northern Lights Promise:

www.travelhx.com/en/offers/northern-lights-promise/

If you have not experienced Northern Lights before, I really think it is something everyone needs to see at least once in their lives. It is AWESOME!

Don't miss out on the breathtaking Northern Lights. Join us on a winter expedition cruise above the Arctic Circle and if they don't show up, we'll give you a Future Cruise Credit.

01/29/2025

ROYAL CARIBBEAN - NEW SHIP - CHECK IT OUT!

Star of the Seas
https://loyaltoyoualways.com/star-of-the-seas/

Great for couples, families and especially the mulitgenerational vacations! Give me a call and we can explore some dates and itineraries!

Jan. 30 - two new itineraries are available to book! Don't miss out if this works for you!

August 23, 2025 & August 27, 2025

4-Night Star Showcase Cruise to Perfect Day
Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida • Cruising • Perfect Day at CocoCay •
Cruising • Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida

This is your one-stop-shop for all things Royal Caribbean. From marketing materials to ship information, begin exploring how you can become an expert on the most exciting, innovative cruiseline on the planet!

01/29/2025

For all Celebrity Cruises and river cruise fans.....take a look at this announcement!

We’ve redefined travel on the ocean — now we’re bringing that same elevated experience to the world’s most iconic rivers. Celebrity River Cruises is set to sail through the heart of Europe’s culture and history, and giving your clients the keys. From locally inspired cuisine to breathtakin...

01/28/2025

HX EXPEDITIONS & SOLO TRAVELLERS ==== PERFECT COMBO!

www.travelhx.com/en-us/stories/traveling-solo/

Why solo explorers book early?
We set aside several low solo supplement cabins on every departure, including expeditions to Antarctica, the Galápagos Islands, Greenland, and the Northwest Passage. This helps to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for like-minded explorers. However, once these cabins sell out, the full occupancy rate applies.

Therefore, we recommend securing your preferred cabin at your earliest convenience. There’s no guarantee your desired sailing will benefit from a ‘no solo supplement’ offer in the future.

Only a limited number of expeditions departing within the next six months will have the solo supplement completely removed.

*applies except if the solo cabin allocation on a particular departure has been sold out. ^ Valid on new bookings only and valid for travel on select departures.

01/28/2025