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We specialize in land packages (ie- Las Vegas, Disney, Africa, etc), cruises (ie - Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Holland America, etc) & river cruises (ie - Scenic, Viking, UniWorld, etc). They were hand-picked to serve you. Any of our staff can help you with your air, car and/or hotel needs. CTC Travel is on the advisory board of Travel Leaders Network Consortium and a member in good standing in the following organizations: CLIA, IATAN.

Our adventure this week starts off on the beautifully isolated island of Rangiroa.  It is about 208 miles northeast of T...
12/11/2024

Our adventure this week starts off on the beautifully isolated island of Rangiroa.  It is about 208 miles northeast of Tahiti   Ot is also the largest atoll in the Tuamotus and one of the largest in the world.  Rangiroa is known as the 'vast sky'.

It is a mecca for divers & snorkeling, with a diversity of marine life that is truly spectacular: manta rays, dolphins, sharks, napoleonfish…etc. The vast turquoise and blue lagoon has a multitude of small motu, including one with pink sand.  Rangiroa has plenty of treasures for you to discover both at sea and on land.






How would you like to sail on a private yacht for the same price of a premium cruiseline (3000pl vs 100pl). . .this is w...
11/01/2024

How would you like to sail on a private yacht for the same price of a premium cruiseline (3000pl vs 100pl). . .this is why you choose Emerald Yacht

Luncheon update on the wonderful attractions and venues available in Japan
10/31/2024

Luncheon update on the wonderful attractions and venues available in Japan

Do you know the difference from being a Wanderluster versus a tourist.A travel Wanderlsuter takes each travel mishap/gli...
02/25/2024

Do you know the difference from being a Wanderluster versus a tourist.

A travel Wanderlsuter takes each travel mishap/glitch with stride and knows the World sometimes does not agree with your plans but a Wanderluster rolls with the changes as an opportunity for something else new or re-visiting favorite areas from the last time you were there. A tourist would allow a mishap/glitch to ruin atleast that part of their visit/vacation.

Travel plans do not always go as planned,but the ADVENTURE will always be there if you embrace the opportunity.


Split may best be known for the ruins of the Palace of Diocletian (built 295–305 AD). Collectively with the historic roy...
10/08/2023

Split may best be known for the ruins of the Palace of Diocletian (built 295–305 AD). Collectively with the historic royal residences, fortifications, and churches in the city, the palace was designated a UNESCO World Heritage in 1979.  It is home to the oldest Catholic catherdral in the world (still performs services).


 

Hvar, the Croatian Ibiza, with its waterfront lounges, incredible nightlife and natural landscapes along the lavish coas...
10/07/2023

Hvar, the Croatian Ibiza, with its waterfront lounges, incredible nightlife and natural landscapes along the lavish coastline.


Death place of Marco Polo maybe also the birth, but it is unconfirmed.  The city streets are laid out like fishbones to ...
10/06/2023

Death place of Marco Polo maybe also the birth, but it is unconfirmed.  The city streets are laid out like fishbones to deal with the sea cross winds.

And as every where in Croatia, never pass up an opportunity to taste the local wines & olive oils.


 

Oysters Harvesting & a sea to table experience on a private island in the Peljesac Peninsula.Truly the most delicious fr...
10/06/2023

Oysters Harvesting & a sea to table experience on a private island in the Peljesac Peninsula.

Truly the most delicious fresh brackish-water oysters & mussels in Europe while enjoying local wine & Myrtle brandy.


 

Dubrovnik is a quant seaside town with beautiful red roof & green window-shutter houses along the Adriatic Sea. Once a h...
10/04/2023

Dubrovnik is a quant seaside town with beautiful red roof & green window-shutter houses along the Adriatic Sea.

Once a historic and picturesque town on the Dalmatian coast, Dubrovnik was also a major tourist resort until much of the town was destroyed during the 4year war between the republics of Croatia and Serbia (Homeland War of 1991)

In the recent decade, most people recognize Dubrovnik as the prominent Game of Thrones filming location since Season 2 and the Croatian city is a must-visit for any Game of Thrones fan. After all, Dubrovnik is King’s Landing, the capital of the Seven Kingdoms and you will recognise Fort Lovrijenac (also known as the St Lawrence Fortress) as the Red Keep.

The infamous Season 5 “Walk of Shame” scene took place on the Jesuit Staircase that descends from Gundulić Square to St. Ignatius Church


When you travel aboard are you looking for an unforgettable experience?  Look no further because CTC Travel searches for...
10/01/2023

When you travel aboard are you looking for an unforgettable experience? Look no further because CTC Travel searches for unique cultural inriching experiences in foreign countries for you. Today is one excellent example of a real exchange of cultures, a Croatian cooking class & meal at a traditional Croatian farm which has been passed down from generation to generation of one family since 1570.

Agroturizam Kameni Dvori teaches cooking classes of a healthy gastro-amazing cuisine from a farm to table unforgettable dining experience.

During our 4-hour cooking class/meal, I made bread from scratch, picked the farm fresh vegetables & fruits from the organically grown garden, pick some grapes for the wine & went thru the winery process. Then we prepared the meat and much more.

While the food was cooking, our host explained his family's long history in Croatia and the traditions of raising a family in their culture.

If this sounds like something of interest to you, please reach out to us and we can arrange a similar unique experience in many different countries.


Follow us this week, as a CTC Travel advisor explores the country of Croatia.Croatia was one of the six republics of the...
10/01/2023

Follow us this week, as a CTC Travel advisor explores the country of Croatia.

Croatia was one of the six republics of the former Yugoslavia. It shares borders with Italy, Slovenia, and Hungary to the north and with the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia) and Bosnia-Herzegovina to the east and south.

Our tour starts off in the popular sea port city of Dubrovnik.

This view is from atop the mountain at the museum focusing on the Homeland War (1991-1995). You can see the famous enclosed Old Dubrovnik surrounded by the 13th century walls (1930 meters) and the famous island of Lukrum.


If you are not following our newsletter and social media, you are missing out on our travel supplier hosted wine tasting...
08/30/2023

If you are not following our newsletter and social media, you are missing out on our travel supplier hosted wine tastings.

Tonight was another sold-out wine tasting with Celebrity Cruises.

As a premium cruiseline, Celebrity Cruises defined a great affordable new cruising sector -- Modern Luxury, when they introduced their EDGE-class of cruiseships in 2018.

Celebrity is an award-winning resort at sea where guests can visit up to multiple destinations in one sailing, dine in a new restaurant at every meal.

Celebrity Cruises is slightly higher priced entry-level rooms than the regular mass-market cruiselines (Royal, NCL, etc) and more emphasis on a refined experience and elevated service and dining

Client Wine Tasting events are BACK!It's so great to be able to offer our client wine tasting events again after 3 years...
08/23/2023

Client Wine Tasting events are BACK!

It's so great to be able to offer our client wine tasting events again after 3 years with our great travel partners to discover the World.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is the Most Luxurious Cruise Line with the most All-Inclusiveness experience available at sea for their standard price (you will not get 'nickeled and dime")

Who would it suit? Those who like old-school luxury, personalized service and great food

Their largest ship only carry 750 passengers


Kanazawa is known for its samurai districts, stunning geisha culture, and top-quality seafood dishes, but what brings th...
03/05/2023

Kanazawa is known for its samurai districts, stunning geisha culture, and top-quality seafood dishes, but what brings the most visitors during autumn time is the Kenroku-en Gardens. With breathtaking fall foliage, glistening ponds, gushing fountains, and intricate statues and structures, this beautiful oasis is a must-see.

Not all travel days are picture perfect, inorder to be able to enjoy your wanderlust adventure you must be willing to adapt & enbrace the experience provided to you. . .this experience will evolve into a great story to tell family & friends later.

The beautiful snow-covered scenery of our day tour of Kenroku-en gardens turned into a heavy downpour of rain (melting all the snow) & high gusting winds.

Kenroku-en, one of Japan's "3 best landscape gardens" and by many considered the most beautiful of them all.

The statue is of a Deitie who created Japan. . .the statue is made of a special formula of copper & tin to keep pigeons from resting on him (and leave behind droppings)

The 3.5m shooting water fountain pictured is the oldest fountain in Japan.


03/04/2023

A great experience while touring thru Japan is staying at a traditional Ryokan in a hot springs area. A great experience while touring thru Japan is staying at a traditional Ryokan in a hot springs area.

The Motoya Ishiya ryokan has been providing this type of unique experience for over 200 years in the tranquil mountains of Kanazawa. The classic architecture with a Noh stage, garden, and Japanese-style baths.

Rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor and low furniture with traditional futon bedding. Yukata robes & getas (sandals) are provided.


If you truly wish to enjoy your time while exploring the vast & unique areas of Japan, then the best option is by way of...
03/03/2023

If you truly wish to enjoy your time while exploring the vast & unique areas of Japan, then the best option is by way of the high-speed Hokuriku Shinkansen (aka BulletTrain).

The Hakutaka BulletTrain has 4 classes of service (Gran, 1st, Reserved & Un-Reservered). I had the benefit in riding in the ultra-comfortable Gran class. The seats are Kawaski plush 3/4 lay-flat loungers in a 2-1 configuration with a max of 18ppl in the cabin.

The aerodynamics of the train was inspired by Japanese engineers studying the flight efficiency of hummingbirds. Refer to the picture below showing their similar airflow design.

Transfer time (Tokyo to/from Kanazawa):
a. BulletTrain Express - Kagayski (only 4 stops) 2.5hrs (3x faster than bus)

b. BulletTrain - Hakutaka (multi-stop) 3hrs

c. Bus 8hr 15min


One of the many highlights of visiting an Asian country is the esquite details in the carvings & design of the temples. ...
02/28/2023

One of the many highlights of visiting an Asian country is the esquite details in the carvings & design of the temples.

There are 3 temples and shrines in Tokyo
(Sensoji, Meiji Shrine and Zojoji). during our vacation. Sensoji (Asakusa Kannon Temple) is an ancient Buddhist temple and Tokyo’s oldest and most popular. This was dedicated to the Kannon Bosatsu, the goddess of Mercy.

Near the front of the temple was a giant incense pot with an inviting aromatic smell. Many people surround the pot and fan themselves with or inhale the smoke. The smoke has been blessed and is supposed to have some healing powers.


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