Paula Cross - Platinum Travel

18/06/2021

All you need to know about the EU Covid Digital Certificate!

Looking forward to travelling once again and planning fantastic trips for clients.

10/05/2021

19/03/2021

Looking forward to two weeks of travel inspiration starting next week 😀

Click below if you want to obtain free tickets for all or some of the evenings!

Luxury Travel Agency Platinum Travel has teamed up with expert partners and specialists to launch a series of Inspirational Travel Evenings.

25/11/2020

2020 has been an extremely challenging year but as well as working in the background administering refunds and changing reservations for our fantastic and loyal clients we have continued attending training sessions and webinars to ensure that we are completely up to date with new products.

We are so excited about this new announcement!!

The famous Rocky Mountaineer has arrived in the USA and is on sale now for 2021!

They are expanding in to the United States for travel in 2021. The Rockies to the Red Rocks route will be a two-day train journey between Denver, Colorado, and Moab, Utah, with an overnight stay in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.

For the 2021 preview season, they will be offering 40 departures across 10 weeks from August 15 to October 23, 2021, before launching a full five-month season schedule for 2022 and beyond.

Guests will travel in their SilverLeaf Service coaches and enjoy the complete Rocky Mountaineer experience, including onboard storytelling, premium cuisine, compelling scenery, and social atmosphere in a custom-designed glass-dome coach.

Rockies to the Red Rocks is on sale now with Platinum Travel

Add on extra time in stunning Colorado and amazing Utah and it will be the trip of a lifetime

Contact me today for further information [email protected]

19/06/2020

Have you checked out The Deep South USA yet? History, music & food are just some of the amazing experiences in these wonderful states. Plan now and travel later!

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17/04/2020

The Travel Lounge

Ciara from our office was delighted to be the first guest on the New podcast series “The Travel Lounge” with Ed Finn, Award winning journalist, & Sarah Slattery aka The Travel Expert A frank and honest chat about the world of Travel at the moment. ✈️ 🌞
https://open.spotify.com/show/6tCDUmukLhcOZZwM0VpgOU

Listen to The Travel Lounge on Spotify. This podcast is hosted by the travel expert Sarah Slattery and award-winning travel journalist & broadcaster Ed Finn. Ed & Sarah answer all your travel queries and interview some amazing and inspiring people who have travelled the world. Pour yourself a glass...

08/04/2020

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Thank you to all our wonderful clients for their understanding and patience while we process all bookings here. We are doing our absolute best to accommodate as many changes and amendments as possible for both our leisure & corporate clients. We are working through everything in date order, and if we haven't been in touch with you already, please bear with us and we will be in touch as soon as possible. We are still taking bookings for travel later in the year and 2021, but we are giving our existing clients priority first which we hope everyone understands. To all our clients, friends & families, stay safe & well and we look forward to exploring the world with you all again in the not too distant future. ✈️🏖

18/03/2020

𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐏!

𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪'𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙛𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙨, 𝙡𝙚𝙩 𝙪𝙨 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪.

As an industry the licensed travel agents are vital, and most of our suppliers although in the same position, are very resilient and pulling together with us.

Many of our suppliers are working with us to facilitate rebooking/date changes so do get in touch with us.

So please everyone, stay safe. Follow the guidelines as set out by the relevant authorities and let's look forward to all of this being over!

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17/03/2020

Things are obviously very different this year but we WILL be travelling again to such fabulous cities as Chicago below....

Whatever you plan on doing today, enjoy your day and stay safe!

Think about all the great places you'll visit when this is all over! 😀

10/03/2020

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Call us today if you have any queries!

A message from Ciara!

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03/03/2020

How better to travel to Japan then on award winning Japan Airlines!

Thank you so much for your hospitality this evening. It’s always fantastic learning about the aircraft updates and service onboard.

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29/02/2020

Platinum Travel

5 Star Deluxe - The Residence, Mauritius.

‼ 7 Nights from €1,859pps 💎💎💎💎💎‼

Situated along a mile long beach of immaculate white sand, The Residence Mauritius is an idyllic retreat on the east coast of Mauritius.

What's on offer:
👉 5 Star Deluxe beachfront resort
👉 Traditional, Mauritian style
👉 Unwind at The Sanctuary spa
👉 Return flights
👉 7 Nights in a Colonial Garden View Room
👉 Half board daily
👉 Private transfers and airport taxes

Valid for stays from 1st May to 30th Sep 2020 and must be booked by 31 Mar 2020. This offer based on 1st May 2020 departure. Ts & Cs apply.
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24/02/2020

Travel The Unknown - What is Off-The-Beaten-Track ?

Great training last week with Travel the Unknown! Discover the worlds most untouched & remote destinations for a travel experience you will never forget!

Contact me today for more information!

https://youtu.be/UzPo6mnZ3dM

02/02/2020

Amazing value!!! Contact me to check availability 🛳

⭐️⭐️⭐️Sunday Funday⭐️⭐️⭐️

We have made it through January 🎉 to celebrate we have amazing offers on MSC Seaview & MSC Grandiosa 🤩

🍹FREE Premium Drinks
💥Gratuities Included

24/01/2020

Fantastic night at the Irish Travel Industry awards and huge congratulations to our hosts The Travel Corporation on winning best River Cruise for Uniworld Boutique Cruises! So well deserved xx

23/01/2020

All set for Holiday World 2020! Pop by stand H7 to say hello and be in with a chance to win a family holiday to Florida!!

05/12/2019

Lovely afternoon at The Travel Corporation Christmas Lunch, celebrating their amazing products. Thank you so much for wonderful hospitality xx

30/11/2019

One week on and still celebrating!

Very proud times for Platinum Travel 😊

Thanks so much to all our amazing clients for your support over the years!

22/11/2019

A very exciting night for Platinum Travel 😀

It's almost time!
The hair is done.
Dress ready.
Babysitter sorted.

Oh and did I mention that we are the Leinster Winners 2019 😁😁

Here's to a great night 😍😍

17/11/2019

Most people agree that Orlando is the theme park capital of the world and it truly is a fantastic destination for adults and children alike.

We were extremely lucky to have the opportunity to enjoy a VIP tour of Universal Studios and Universal Islands of Adventure which meant we got to enjoy many of the well known rides during our short time there.

As well as spending time exploring the theme parks though, there’s so much more to see and do.

The town of Celebration is picture postcard and after a lovely breakfast at Market Street Cafe we cycled along some of the pretty cycle tracks around the town.

You can get even close to nature on a Boggy Creek airboat ride along the Central Florida Everglades spotting local alligators before visiting the Native American village.

Disney Springs offers a fantastic choice of bars and restaurants along with shopping and we enjoyed an amazing tapas dinner in the newly opened restaurant Jaleo by Jose Andrés.

A stop at Vineland Premium Outlet gave us a chance to do a spot of Christmas shopping before leaving Orlando.

Our home for the three nights was the beautiful Margaritaville Resort Orlando which offers beautifully appointed hotel rooms or you can choose to stay in one of their lovely one to eight bedroom cottages located onsite.

It was fantastic to also have the opportunity to inspect The Red Lion Hotel, Melia Orlando Resort, Bohemian Celebration and the beautiful Reunion Resort and Encore Resort homes.

Next stop is St Petes and Clearwater the ideal destinations to combine with a visit to Kissimmee!

13/11/2019

My office today!! We’re so lucky to get to experience destinations firsthand so as we can give our clients up to date information and top tips to make their trip as enjoyable as possible.

Stay tuned over the next few days for details on our current visit to Kissimmee and St Petes Clearwater.

30/10/2019

Four Province Winners of ITTN Travel Agency of the Year Awards Announced

https://www.ittn.ie/news/four-province-winners-of-ittn-travel-agency-of-the-year-awards-announced-2/

We’re absolutely delighted and beaming with pride that Platinum Travel has been named Leinster winner of ITTN Travel Agency of the Year. The overall All-Ireland winner will be announced at the ITTN Awards In November.

Irish Travel Trade News has announced the winners of ITTN Travel Agency of the Year Awards for Leinster, Munster, Connacht and Ulster.

02/10/2019

We are thrilled to be shortlisted for the top Travel Agency of the Year!!! Looking forward to the ITTN Awards!

31/08/2019

Our road trip was coming to an end and a four and a half hour drive from Virginia Beach brought us to Annapolis. I can’t recommend this destination highly enough!

The capital of Maryland and home to the United States Naval Academy, is located on Chesapeake Bay with beautiful marinas, historic buildings, great restaurants and an abundance of local shops.

Our home for two nights was the Westin Annapolis, just 10 minutes walk to the historic district and less than 20 minutes walk to the marina.

A very warm welcome awaited us and the lovely refreshments left in our room upon arrival were very much appreciated and enjoyed after the long drive.

We couldn’t wait to start exploring the area and experience as much as possible during our short time there.

Annapolis is steeped in history and it’s possible to visit the beautiful home and gardens of one of the signatories of the Declaration of Independence, William Paca and also Maryland State House where a certain General George Washington resigned his commission prior to becoming President. You can also enjoy a tour of the US Naval Academy.

Another must is a sightseeing cruise onboard the River Queen where you can admire the harbour and view the Naval Academy from the water.

We also had the opportunity to visit Great Frogs Winery and enjoyed sampling some of their fantastic wines surrounded by their beautiful vineyard.

You’re spoiled for choice in terms of great food and we had the great pleasure of dining in Carroll’s Creek Cafe, a lovely restaurant overlooking the harbour, The Blackwell Hitch, excellent food and service and The Galway Bay Restaurant and Bar.

In all our travels worldwide, The Galway Bay is one of the most authentic Irish Restaurants and Bars we’ve ever come across. Owned by two Irishmen Anthony Clarke and Michael Galway, the General Manager Sean is from Cork and Richie, their fantastic barman is from Dublin!

They serve excellent food as well as drinks and also have a fantastic new whisky bar serving over 200 whisky’s!

You definitely need to visit when in the area!

Whether you are enjoying a visit to Virginia and Maryland as part of a fly-drive itinerary or a city break to Washington, Annapolis is a wonderful destination to include.

Unfortunately our time in the Capital Region area had come to an end but we were leaving with fantastic memories and the promise that we will definitely return to this amazing part of the USA.

Our direct flight back to Dublin was just 7hrs long and we arrived relaxed and refreshed having enjoyed a good nights sleep in lie-flat seats and a light breakfast in the United Airlines Polaris Cabin.

No two itineraries are the same as there is so much to do and see in these US States, no matter what your interests are.

Contact me today for more details and let me help you plan your perfect itinerary [email protected]

16/08/2019

Virginia Beach, located where Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, offers everything from great beaches, beautiful scenery, historic landmarks close by, fantastic food, activities for all the family and much more.

When driving from Colonial Williamsburg to Virginia Beach why not stop in Norfolk and , visit the Nauticus Museum, now home to USS Wisconsin, one of the largest and last battleships ever to be built by the US navy. You can even explore the ship whilst there!

We got a taste of what Virginia Beach has to offer during our short stay including a visit to Cape Henry Lighthouse, the first lighthouse in the US, (don’t forget your photo ID as it’s located on a Navel base!) and a very enjoyable Dolphin cruise where we were lucky to see some dolphins in their natural environment.

Our room in The Sheraton Oceanfront overlooked the three mile boardwalk where you have the opportunity to go for a run, jog or walk or you can just sit and recharge the batteries whilst people watching.

An Aquarium, Surf & Rescue Museum, indoor Skydiving, Jungle Golf, Motorworld, Military Aviation Museum, the list goes on ..

A destination not to be missed!

Final stop Annapolis ......

14/08/2019

Shenandoah National Park extends along the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia and the Skyline Drive runs its length offering stunning views of the mountains and valley.It’s also home to many bird species, deer, squirrels and the elusive black bear.

We stopped for the night at the historic Skyland Resort, located approximately half way along the Skyline Drive with stunning views and excellent food.

We were able to enjoy the rest of the Skyline Drive the following morning as we left the National Park and drove towards Colonial Williamsburg, taking the opportunity to visit the lovely city of Charlottesville and the former home of the third President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson in Monticello enroute.

Staying in Colonial Williamsburg was like stepping back in time to the 18th Century as we enjoyed the living museum and explored the historic buildings and gardens. We also had the opportunity to dine in one of the local taverns!

There are six unique properties located within and surrounding the historic district and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Williamsburg Lodge.

Colonial Williamsburg also features a beautiful golf course and is close to historic Jamestown and Yorktown as well as the seasonal theme Park, Busch Gardens so definitely lots to do and see during your Capital Regions flydrive.

There’s also an opportunity to pick up some fantastic bargains in Williamsburg Premium Outlets!

Next stop Virginia Beach ......

13/08/2019

Although we were heading north to Frederick we took a detour south to visit the beautiful town of Alexandria, just half an hour from Washington DC.

Located on the Potomac River, it’s known for its Old Town, brick sidewalks and well preserved 18th & 19th century buildings.

Frederick is the gateway to western Maryland with its mountainous views and "clustered spires" skyline and is best known for its civil war history and its 40-block historic district.

We started at the visitor centre to gain some knowledge about the area before walking along Carroll Creek to the historic centre, admiring the many 3D street murals enroute.

Visit Frederick ensured that we made the most of our visit to the area and with so much to do and see in the town and surrounding area you should definitely plan to stay a few days to fit in as much as possible.

National Museum of Civil War Medicine, Frederick Keys Baseball game, open air concerts, Cunningham Falls State Park, Roddy Road Covered Bridge, National Shrine of St Elizabeth Ann Seton, Catoctin Mountain Orchard and Catoctin Breeze Vineyard, to name just a few, along with the many Civil War.

You’re spoiled for choice by the many
places to eat and drink including Firestones’s Culinary Tavern and Brewers Alley Restaurant where we enjoyed some fantastic food!

For those of you with a sweet tooth you will find the most amazing chocolate in The Perfect Truffle!

Although there are no hotels in the centre of Frederick at the moment, there are a number of them located just 10 minutes away and the Home2 Suites by Hilton offer great value, especially for families with full self-catering facilities in the room and complimentary breakfast each morning.

Shenandoah National Park and Colonial Williamsburg are next in the route ........

12/08/2019

One of my favourite flydrive itineraries is Capital Region USA where you can combine famous landmarks, historical sites, great beaches and beautiful scenery.

What better way to start the trip than enjoying breakfast in 51st and Green having cleared US customs in Dublin. to enable you to avoid queues upon arrival in the US.

The direct United Airlines service has you in the US capital in less than 8 hours.

Washington DC has so much to do and see and the Hop-on Hop-off bus is a fantastic way to see the city.

A drink in the rooftop bar of the W Hotel is a must whilst looking down on the White House and don’t forget to take a look inside the lobby of the beautiful Willard Hotel where the term ‘lobbyist’ was first used.

Our home for two nights was the Marriott Crystal Gateway Hotel located in Arlington and just a few stops by metro from downtown Washington DC.

The hotel is just one stop from Arlington Cemetery, a must see when here, where you can enjoy the trolley tour and witness the famous Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown soldier.

The hotel lived up to Marriott high standards and a shuttle bus operates to Ronald Reagan airport making it very convenient to collect our Hertz car and commence our road trip.

Next stop Alexandria and Frederick......