Island Getaways

Island Getaways www.IslandGetawaysTravel.com
CUSTOM, UPSCALE, EXPERIENTIAL TRAVEL
to Islands Worldwide and more! DIY vs TLC
Spending hours researching travel options?

Frustrated by the online information overload? Unsure about what you are really getting? Not a good or enjoyable use of your time? High Touch vs High Tech
Rediscover the fine art of travel on our customized adventures, voyages & retreats featuring personalized recommendations, upscale travel products, streamlined arrangements & concierge-level service in dream destinations! Jacintha Perera

OWNER/

founder of Island Getaways,
Travel EXPERT, certified & experienced,
ADVISOR for travelers for over 25 YEARS. FAQ: Do you just offer island travel? NO, there are differnt types of getaways. ADVENTURES - land & sea combinations
VOYAGES - ocean & river cruises, catamaran & yacht sailings
SPECIAL INTEREST - wine & dine, train travel, wellness retreats

Areas of Expertise
PACIFIC - Hawaii Akamai Specialist, Tahiti Tiare, Fiji Matai & Cook Islands Specialist, New Zealand Kiwi & Australia Aussie Specialist

ASIA -Bali, Hong Kong, Macao & Singapore Specialist, Thailand Golden Agent, Japan Specialist

AFRICA - Egypt, Morocco, Kenya Master KATS, Tanzania, South Africa Fundi Specialist

CRUISES - Ocean & River Cruise Specialist, Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC), Master Cruise Counsellor (MCC)

FAMILY TRAVEL - Disney Specialist, Graduate Specialist & Master Specialist

CST # 2032775-40

Cozy snow days, frosty landscapes, endless hot cocoa - what's not to love? Winter and its wonderlands have special charm...
08/22/2024

Cozy snow days, frosty landscapes, endless hot cocoa - what's not to love? Winter and its wonderlands have special charms that can't be denied. Are you a winter lover or do you prefer warmer weather?

In Utah's Bryce Canyon National Park, towering hoodoos, awe-inspiring canyons, and plenty of trails wind through its uni...
08/21/2024

In Utah's Bryce Canyon National Park, towering hoodoos, awe-inspiring canyons, and plenty of trails wind through its unique landscape. If you’re looking for a different style of vacation, this experience amidst nature's masterpieces might be just the answer.

Summer in AlaskaEnjoy breathtaking sunsets and risings, humpback whales, playful otters, and soaring eagles as you cruis...
08/20/2024

Summer in Alaska
Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and risings, humpback whales, playful otters, and soaring eagles as you cruise Alaska's Inside Passage along rugged coastlines and glaciers. I can help you sort through the many cruise options to find the one that suits you best.

Unwind at Catseye Beach, a little bit of paradise on Hamilton Island in Australia! Its turquoise waters and pristine sof...
08/20/2024

Unwind at Catseye Beach, a little bit of paradise on Hamilton Island in Australia! Its turquoise waters and pristine soft white sands create an idyllic haven for sun-seekers, promises relaxation, fun watersports, and breathtaking views.

As the largest city in Spain's Basque Country, Bilbao is renowned for its cuisine, distinct language, and cutting-edge a...
08/13/2024

As the largest city in Spain's Basque Country, Bilbao is renowned for its cuisine, distinct language, and cutting-edge architecture and contemporary art collection within the glass-and-titanium Guggenheim Museum. It can be added as an extension to a France river cruise!

Turks & Caicos and its world-renowned soft white sand beaches. Look like a plan or is there another beach that's calling...
08/09/2024

Turks & Caicos and its world-renowned soft white sand beaches. Look like a plan or is there another beach that's calling you?
&Caicos

A Slice of ParadiseWish YOU were here? An upscale beachfront boutique hotel with infinity pool & direct view of Cat's Ey...
08/01/2024

A Slice of Paradise
Wish YOU were here? An upscale beachfront boutique hotel with infinity pool & direct view of Cat's Eye Beach. As an Aussie Specialist, I KNOW the best places to send my travelers!
photo: Jacintha Perera

07/31/2024

"Elevated" View
of Cat's Eye Beach on Hamilton Island. Gonna be another great day.
video: Jacintha Perera

Hamilton Islandone of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, off the coast of Queensland. A quick flight or ferry ride get you even ...
07/30/2024

Hamilton Island
one of the 74 Whitsunday Islands, off the coast of Queensland. A quick flight or ferry ride get you even closer to the Great Barrier Reef.
photos: Jacintha Perera

Exotic EatsThe famous Ochre Restaurant in Cairns specializes in modern Australian cuisine using native foods with a crea...
07/28/2024

Exotic Eats
The famous Ochre Restaurant in Cairns specializes in modern Australian cuisine using native foods with a creative twist. See captions for details.
photos: Jacintha Perera

07/26/2024

Seeking Nemo
in the Great Barrier Reef along the coast of Queensland, Australia. Imagine yourself here. I can make it happen.
video: Jacintha Perera

07/25/2024

Under the Sea
Jump in for some snorkeling & diving OR view the Great Barrier Reef from an underwater observation deck, all while staying dry!
video: Jacintha Perera

07/25/2024

Australia's Great Barrier Reef
Cairns is one of several entry points to the reef. Views from above on a helicopter ride.
video: Jacintha Perera

That's a Wrap!A fast paced, intense business trip. 3 countries in 8 days: S.Africa, Zambia & Botswana. 9 flights: 6 inte...
07/24/2024

That's a Wrap!
A fast paced, intense business trip. 3 countries in 8 days: S.Africa, Zambia & Botswana. 9 flights: 6 international & 3 domestic. Numerous inspections: city & country, culture & history, landscapes & wildlife with a team of professionals. Ask me about Africa!

Cairns Esplanadea boardwalk where all the action is - hotels, dining, shopping, entertainment, ferris wheel, public swim...
07/24/2024

Cairns Esplanade
a boardwalk where all the action is - hotels, dining, shopping, entertainment, ferris wheel, public swimming pool, marina & more.

Off to Australia . . . one more flight, next stop Cairns in tropical Queensland
07/24/2024

Off to Australia . . .
one more flight, next stop Cairns in tropical Queensland

Let's make memories on an unforgettable African safari adventure. Kruger National Park offers many majestic photo ops!  ...
07/23/2024

Let's make memories on an unforgettable African safari adventure. Kruger National Park offers many majestic photo ops!

AFRICA AMAZINGA Bucket List destination. I've shared a few highights from Capetown city to S.Africa & Botswana safari to...
07/19/2024

AFRICA AMAZING
A Bucket List destination. I've shared a few highights from Capetown city to S.Africa & Botswana safari to Vic Falls. It really can't be captured. It must be experienced firsthand. I'm planning an Africa Group Getaway. Msg me if you're interested in details.


07/19/2024

Elephants on Parade
doing what they do, crossing the Chobe River, as we watch from the comfort of our safari boat.
video: Jacintha Perera

Let's inspire some wanderlust!  Drop your dream beach destination in the comments below.
07/18/2024

Let's inspire some wanderlust! Drop your dream beach destination in the comments below.

Bye Bye BirdieFly away. Quick. That Nile crocodile is too close for comfort. Yours & ours.photo: Jacintha Perera        ...
07/18/2024

Bye Bye Birdie
Fly away. Quick. That Nile crocodile is too close for comfort. Yours & ours.
photo: Jacintha Perera

Hippo Pool PartyHippos can be quite dangerous so sailing past at a safe distance on our boat, quietly observing & taking...
07/18/2024

Hippo Pool Party
Hippos can be quite dangerous so sailing past at a safe distance on our boat, quietly observing & taking pics, no intrusion.
photo: Jacintha Perera


The Lion King & his QueenObserved them in hushed silence from the jeep. Also saw a lioness with her 3 cubs well hidden i...
07/16/2024

The Lion King & his Queen
Observed them in hushed silence from the jeep. Also saw a lioness with her 3 cubs well hidden in a bush.

07/14/2024

Bird's Eye View
of Victoria Falls. The mist can be seen from miles away or much closer on a helicopter ride.
Aerial video courtesy of my colleague H. Sidhu.


07/14/2024

Mosi-oa-Tunya
"The smoke that thunders", the local indigenous name for Victoria Falls. One of the 7 (Natural) Wonders of the World. Do you know or have you visited any of the others?
video: Jacintha Perera


07/14/2024

VICTORIA FALLS
on the Zambezi River between Zambia & Zimbabwe is one of the longest & tallest waterfalls in the world. Spectacular to the sheer volume of constantly flowing water!
video: Jacintha Perera


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Island Getaways is a boutique travel agency offering upscale customized tours, cruises & retreats to dream destinations worldwide since 1997. We offer expert recommendations & advice, concierge level service, promotional & group rates plus bonus amenities.

Owner/Founder/Expert: Jacintha Perera, ACC, MCC #IslandGirlGuide Areas of Expertise Cruises Ocean & River Cruises & Cruise Tours Worldwide Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC), Master Cruise Counsellor (MCC) Islands Pacific Hawaii Akamai, Tahiti Tiare, Fiji Matai & Cook Islands Specialist New Zealand Kiwi & Australia Aussie Specialist Asia Maldives, Bali, Hong Kong, Macao & Singapore Specialist, Thailand Golden Agent, Japan Specialist Europe Greek Isles, British Isles, Ireland, Iceland Exotic Escapes Africa & Middle East Egypt, Morocco, Qatar Tawash Specialist Kenya Master KATS, Tanzania & South Africa Specialist Family Travel Disney Specialist, Graduate Specialist & Master Specialist