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New York City with the kids. First stop - Natural History Museum.
06/11/2024

New York City with the kids. First stop - Natural History Museum.

Here's the thing about Expedition Cruises - they are more similar to a safari than a traditional ocean cruise. This is N...
06/06/2024

Here's the thing about Expedition Cruises - they are more similar to a safari than a traditional ocean cruise. This is NOT about lounging on the sundeck, pool parties or evening entertainment.

Expedition Cruises are about exploration and adventure. You'll spend your days hearing lectures from world class adventurers and going out to the far corners of this planet to experience that which you cannot see anywhere near home.

On these expedition cruises, you can access tropical islands, untamed coastlines, and wildlife-packed waters.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/kirsbill81647/travel/articles/heres-where-to-go-on-your-next-expedition-cruise

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** Re-booked -- Fall wine and more in Portugal and Spain **⁠⁠We had to cancel out this trip to Lisbon and Spain last yea...
06/03/2024

** Re-booked -- Fall wine and more in Portugal and Spain **⁠

We had to cancel out this trip to Lisbon and Spain last year due to a health issue, but so glad things are back on track and we were able to re-book for October 2024. Here's their itinerary:⁠

Lisbon⁠
* Stay at Bairro Alto, a freshly renovated 18th century hotel with stunning views from the rooftop, with Virtuoso amenities from booking through Rosedale Travel.⁠
* Enjoy a small group food & wine walking tour with 17 (!) tastings⁠
* Day trip out to Sintra and Nazare for the famous waves⁠

Fly to Madrid, pick up a car for a couple of days⁠

Spain⁠
* Stay at Abadia Retuerta LeDomaine, a restored abbey on 500 acres of vineyards. This resort features a range of experiences around wine, culinary, nature, art and wellness.⁠
* Return to Madrid and stay at Palacio de los Duques. This hotel is a 13th century convent and 19th century palace integrated together. This hotel is in a lovely upscale neighborhood, a short walk from the opera.⁠
* Sample tapas and wine on a walking tour with drinks on a beautiful rooftop.⁠
* Explore the Palacio Real de Madrid.⁠

Reach out at the link below to see how we work with clients on fully customized, luxury travel. Although you may want us to copy-and-paste this trip for you!⁠

www.rosedaletravel.com

We're coming into the start of summer - which means it is the best time to start thinking about winter vacations! Check ...
05/24/2024

We're coming into the start of summer - which means it is the best time to start thinking about winter vacations!

Check out our latest blog at the link below about our favorite ski resorts - and reach out to have that vacation on the books. Your future self will thank you -

https://rosedaletravel.com/which-ski-vacation-is-best-for-you/

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I think Cuba is an amazing place to visit - and it is absolutely doable for U.S. citizens as long as your trip meets the...
05/10/2024

I think Cuba is an amazing place to visit - and it is absolutely doable for U.S. citizens as long as your trip meets the requirements (and we help make sure it does!)

Here are two ways to see Cuba

1 - Work with our team and our partner in Cuba to design an itinerary that works best for you. See Havana in a vintage car, learn how to mix that perfect mojito, go snorkeling, check out the art scene...and so much more.

2 - Take a seven day guided tour with one of our favorite group travel partners . They have just released new departures for Cuba and the itinerary is a highlight reel of the country.

See our blog around visiting Cuba as a U.S. citizen at the link below, and reach out to explore a trip for yourself and friends!

https://rosedaletravel.com/things-to-know-visiting-cuba-as-a-us-citizen/

A Texas family is jump-starting summer with a May trip to Germany and Italy, planned by   team member Rachel . Rachel ha...
05/09/2024

A Texas family is jump-starting summer with a May trip to Germany and Italy, planned by team member Rachel . Rachel has this family on the move with this immersive itinerary:⁠

⭐️Four nights in Munich staying at Le Meridien Hotel where they’ll enjoy a private city tour with a local, a day trip to Salzburg, and a day trip to Neuschwanstein - the castle used as the model for Sleeping Beauty at Disney.⁠

⭐️They’ll train to Florence and stay at the Anglo American Hotel, part of Curio Collection. This is a beautiful five-star hotel and a bit more budget friendly than others in the area. Here they’ll explore the city, check out the Uffizi Museum, and see one of Michelangelo’s masterpieces: David. They’ll balance the art and culture with a day trip to the Chianti region for tours and tastings.⁠

⭐️And then - off to Lake Como. They’re staying at the Palace Hotel and will enjoy a private tour around Lake Como with stops at Bellagio, Varenna, and Menaggio. The day ends with dinner at L'ESCALE TRATTORIA & WINE BAR at Grand Hotel Tremezzo.⁠

⭐️This trip ends in Milan with a stay at Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel. They have a ‘highlights’ tour covering the Duomo, The Last Supper, and other must-sees. We were sure to protect some time for shopping because this is Milan.⁠

Rachel booked the trains and private transfers and worked to make this vacation as perfect as possible. Reach out at the link below if Rachel can bring her magic to your next vacation!⁠

www.rosedaletravel.com

Hi, I'm Kirsten and I can plan your vacation. On Travel Advisor Day, see our blog at the link below to learn the differe...
05/01/2024

Hi, I'm Kirsten and I can plan your vacation.

On Travel Advisor Day, see our blog at the link below to learn the different ways in which clients leverage our relationships and expertise to help make the most out of their travel investment.

Let's make that trip happen! Our team is excited to work with you.

https://rosedaletravel.com/five-types-of-clients-who-use-travel-agents/

A sweet sweet couple from Dripping Springs found me through Virtuoso, and asked for support for their summer idea for Au...
04/19/2024

A sweet sweet couple from Dripping Springs found me through Virtuoso, and asked for support for their summer idea for Austria and Switzerland. I'm so excited for them....here's where we landed:

1 - Fly business class into Zurich, and take the train down to Montreux. They'll enjoy the last few days of the Montreux Jazz Festival while staying right in the middle of town at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace (with amenities).

2 - Train back up to Zurich and explore this city while staying at Park Hyatt Zurich (with amenities).

3 - Train to Vienna and join a small group on thei Best of Austria and Switzerland journey. They'll spend 11 days exploring Vienna, Salzburg, Zermatt, Interlaken, Lucerne, and Zurich. This is easy-breezy guided travel with others -- who just may become new friends.

4 - Fly home from Zurich.

Are you interested in learning more about what guided travel may be best for you (and how to add on independent adventures before or after?) Book a call w us at the link and let's chat.

https://calendly.com/rosedaletravel/travel-planning?month=2024-04

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It's time to book Winter Holiday Travel Read our latest blog post at the link below.Yes -- if you are interested in isla...
04/16/2024

It's time to book Winter Holiday Travel

Read our latest blog post at the link below.

Yes -- if you are interested in island / sun, Hawaii, Disney, or skiing for the holidays, it's time to lock in something amazing.

See our ideas and let us know where you'd love to go this winter!

https://rosedaletravel.com/its-time-to-book-winter-holiday-travel/

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I asked a client for feedback on her family's spring break to Costa Rica - and she invited me over for coffee to really ...
04/06/2024

I asked a client for feedback on her family's spring break to Costa Rica - and she invited me over for coffee to really get into the details. ⁠

The first week had mom and teen daughter at Witch's Rock surf camp in Tamarindo, with a second week with dad and son joining for classic beach vacation in the Guanacaste resort area.⁠

Week 1 - Surf Camp⁠
Witch's Rock was a great experience....so much that they booked again for next year! Surf school went well and the daughter made friends. Mom enjoyed Tamarindo and loved the yoga classes at .yoga ⁠

They had a rental car for the rest of their trip and were happy to have their own transportation. ⁠

Week 2 - Beach resort⁠
The full family stayed at Punta Islita, an Autograph Collection Marriott property. This resort worked well for them. They loved the beach club, and all the macaws flying around. The resort is known for their eco-adventures...birding adventures, nature walks, canopy ziplines, sea turtle expeditions, tico cooking and more. ⁠

They shared that they caught a number of mahi-mahi, and the resort was able to cook it up for them. ⁠

Rosedale Travel is able to bring in Luminous benefits to our clients at Punta Islita - including complimentary breakfast for two daily, early check in and check out (when available), and room upgrades (when available). ⁠

Did you know Costa Rica is known for italian food? Their restaurant reco is Gusto's in Uvita.⁠

Costa Rica is a fabulous (and popular) spring break destination for families. Reach out at the link in bio if we can help create a personalized trip for your family in 2025!⁠


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Group travel for women only! Starting in 2025, Insight Vacations is offering itineraries just for women, with plenty of ...
04/03/2024

Group travel for women only! Starting in 2025, Insight Vacations is offering itineraries just for women, with plenty of solo rooms. I am liking their locations...from close to home with the deep south and New England, and more exotic offerings in Egypt, Morocco, Peru and more.

See their trips at the link below, and reach out through DMs or at rosedaletravel.com and we'll work the details for you!

https://www.insightvacations.com/en-us/special-interest-tours/women-only-tours

Working on an all-Switzerland trip this week (we're talking Zurich, Zermatt, Interlaken, Lucerne and back to Zurich....s...
04/02/2024

Working on an all-Switzerland trip this week (we're talking Zurich, Zermatt, Interlaken, Lucerne and back to Zurich....so. many. trains.) I found myself going back to this article on best Zermatt mountain hut restaurants to explore.

My clients WILL take their Matterhorn views with some Swiss fondue, please.

Read the article at the link below and reach out if we can pull together a trip to Switzerland to enable the dinner....



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Solo travel is a trend this year, and we've pulled together recommendations of where to go at the link below.⁠https://sh...
03/24/2024

Solo travel is a trend this year, and we've pulled together recommendations of where to go at the link below.⁠

https://shorturl.at/gpIU6

What would you add to this list?

We love working with an Austin Grandmother on her annual family vacations - and this summer they are off to Ireland! Thi...
03/15/2024

We love working with an Austin Grandmother on her annual family vacations - and this summer they are off to Ireland! This a private driver, fully customized experience where we work to decide where they'd like to go and what they'd like to do. During the trip, their driver takes them from city to city (and disappears when they are exploring on their own.)

A few highlights from their trip:

* Staying in Dromoland Castle with horseback riding and golf.

* Cork for the Titanic experience, Kinsale food tour, golf and spa

* Dublin with a walking tour and exploring on their own

See how we work with clients at the link below.

www.rosedaletravel.com

Road trip in Ireland with three teenagers - here's what I put together for them to keep them active and perhaps learning...
03/14/2024

Road trip in Ireland with three teenagers - here's what I put together for them to keep them active and perhaps learning a thing or two.....

They start in Dublin with rooms at the with its central location and classic Irish charm. They're looking forward to touring Kilmainham Gaol....an evocative experience into prison life and a pathway to explore Ireland's struggle for independence and political prisoners.

Off to the western coast for Cliffs of Moher, Galway, and Kylemore Abbey.

Finally up to Belfast...possibly via County Mayo which is where they have some family roots. In Northern Ireland they'll visit the Titanic experience and explore the Giant's Causeway and Gobbins Cliff Path.

Do you have a large family? So do I! (Three boys!) Reach out if we can design a trip that keeps everyone engaged (and mostly off devices) and spending time with each other.

After golfing with friends, my client's wife is flying into Dublin and together they will enjoy a pretty incredible priv...
03/13/2024

After golfing with friends, my client's wife is flying into Dublin and together they will enjoy a pretty incredible private driver experience in Ireland and London this June.

A private driver gives them the flexibility to go exactly where they'd like and have it all be private....without having to navigate trains or driving themselves.

They are staying in five star hotels across the board.

They start in Dublin with a night at - a favorite of mine for clients as they have all the Irish charm (and afternoon tea!) as well as being a min walk to elegant shopping. theater and restaurants. Then off they go to explore.....

* County Tipperary and visit the Rock of Cashel - medieval ruins on an outcrop overlooking the countryside.

* Ring of Kerry with some of Ireland's highest peaks on one side, with beaches and rocky headlands on the other. Here they'll visit a sheepdog farm and meet the dogs.

* Cliffs of Moher - one of Ireland's most beloved landmarks.

* Kylemore Abbey, Victorian walled gardens, and the scenic Sky Road

* Galway, Athlone Village, and the Irish National Stud & Gardens

In London they have a couple days at leisure, alongside day trips to Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and the Bodleian Library in Oxford.

Do reach out in DMs if a fully customized private driver trip sounds wonderful for you!

We have a couple who celebrates their wedding anniversary with a vow renewal during a big trip every five years. This su...
03/12/2024

We have a couple who celebrates their wedding anniversary with a vow renewal during a big trip every five years. This summer marks 20 years!

After lots of back and forth...they are splitting their time between Amsterdam and then a road trip in Ireland.

In Amsterdam they're staying at the Kimpton De Witt with Virtuoso Luxlife amenities: daily breakfast for two, $100 value surprise, water and snacks on arrival - all because they are booking through Rosedale Travel. They have a full itinerary planned!
- Cheese Walk (which they found and self booked)
- Boat cruise
- Day trip to see windmills and eat a bit more cheese
- Renew their vows (self planned)
- Visit the Anne Frank house

They fly to Dublin (inter Europe flights are usually quite inexpensive). This couple is comfortable driving on the left, so they have a rental vehicle reserved. They have a whirlwind tour of Ireland, exploring on their own!

- Night in Dublin at Hyatt Centric The Liberties under the Hyatt Prive program. Hyatt Prive brings in breakfast and priority for early check in and room upgrades.)
- An uplevel Guinness experience with one of their specialists.

- A night in Galway at The Twelve Hotel -- a charming boutique hotel with an excellent restaurant close to the water.

- A night in Belfast at a Marriott property which they prefer as loyal Bonvoy travelers.

- And a final night at the Hilton Dublin Airport so they're in great shape for their flight back home.

Are you looking to celebrate a major anniversary year? Reach out at the link to learn about how we work with you to help it be special and memorable.



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