Experience Travel

12/10/2021

Feedback from some clients who just returned from Belize...I couldn't have said it better myself!

Belize was good to us. 💚

JR and I enjoyed our first vacation together in years. Thanks to our parents for dividing the time and watching our babies so we could get away. We celebrated our 5th and 6th wedding anniversary, along with JRs bday! Vitamin D, fresh lobster and Belizean rum were on the menu daily. We visited Shark Ray Alley, Belize, Secret Beach, Ambergris Caye, and Caye Caulker - Belize. We swam with sea turtles, fed nurse sharks and I even finished an entire book 📚 perfect way to end 2021! If anyone is considering Belize for their next destination vacation, we can’t say enough wonderful things about it. 🌴 🌞

12/09/2021

In honor of my birthday, I cut out early to enjoy a craft beer at a new brewery in Fountain Square...Brew Dog.

I have to say their Lost Lager is mighty tasty.

Cheers!

12/08/2021

This reminds me of the song by Peaches & Herb from many years ago.

"Reunited and it feels so good"...it is what families are doing these days after a long delay with COVID.

Reunion travel surged after 9/11 and is having a Kumbaya moment again. 

12/08/2021

I'm happy to report that Rocky Mountaineer Rail Journeys has expanded into the US.

Up until now, they have only operated their trains in Canada, but due to demand (and the desire of Americans to travel in their own backyard due to COVID), they have opened up a route between Colorado and Utah.

Check out this video to learn more.

What a great way to see the American West!

Contact me for more details.

https://www.rockymountaineer.com/train-routes/rockies-red-rocks

12/08/2021

Good information if you're traveling to the UK soon, although some of their rules are a bit cumbersome.

The new rules for inbound travel to the United Kingdom have officially gone live.

12/07/2021

I couldn't agree more...let's all take the World Health Organizations advice and enjoy the holidays this year!

What the world currently knows about Omicron, including how quickly it spreads, is still based on strictly preliminary data.

12/06/2021

No requirements for now...this would certainly impact the economy if implemented.

President Biden was pressed on recently announced international travel mandates, requiring all air travelers to the US to test negative within one day of their flight.

12/06/2021

Important Clarification on the new 24-Hour Testing Rule When Returning to the US:

Do you have to get the test exactly 24 hours before travel?

No. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s policy specifies that travelers must get tested one day before the flight’s departure, but does not say it has to be exactly 24 hours before.

“The Order uses a 1-day time frame instead of 24 hours to provide more flexibility to the air passenger and aircraft operator,” the CDC says. “By using a 1-day window, test acceptability does not depend on the time of the flight or the time of day that the test sample was taken.”

That means if your flight is at 1 p.m. on a Friday, you could board with a negative test that was taken any time on the prior Thursday.

12/06/2021

What a great way to start my week. I just received this feedback from my clients currently in Belize staying at my favorite resort:

Hey, Dave!

Thanks for checking in. We are never coming home 😅 this place couldn’t be more amazing. We couldn’t have dreamt up a better vacation. Victoria House is beautiful, sanitary and the customer service is outstanding. San Pedro is full of culture and it’s a lot safer than we thought.

We went to secret beach yesterday. It was a fun, bumpy, adventurous 45 minute golf cart ride- but so worth it.

Thank you for everything!!

12/05/2021

This would most certainly be welcome!

Flight crews have reported nearly 300 passenger disturbances due to alcohol and intoxication since Jan. 1, 2021. 

12/05/2021

I posted about travel credit cards recently and I wanted to share with all you one of the cards I have.

Since I travel frequently, having access to a lounge at airports is very important to me. Although Delta is my preferred airline, I can't always fly with them, so I wanted access to lounges at a variety of airports both foreign and domestic.

I found the perfect card for that. It's the Chase Sapphire Reserve Visa as it comes with access to Priority Pass Lounges (see pictures).

I have found these lounges at many airports around the world and it's so nice to escape the chaos of the airport, work a bit and enjoy some food and drinks.

I recommend looking into it!

12/02/2021

A bit of pre-meeting fun at Sea World Orlando.

Rode a few rides and saw some sea creatures.

PS: The Manta roller-coaster is not for the faint of heart!

12/01/2021

Aah, a cold one after a long day of learning...up next - dinner with Travel Guard Insurance!

12/01/2021

Learning about new resorts and destinations to provide my clients with the best vacations ever!

Contact me for new ideas.

12/01/2021

I just love this idea - Peace of mind while traveling...priceless!

Covid essentially brought large-scale tourism to halt in 2020, and decimated the travel industry in numerous ways — one of which being the sector lost Two tour operators, Trafalgar Tour and Insight Vacations have placed wellbeing directors on their trips to ensure customer safety.

11/30/2021

Icebar Orlando...brrr, it's frigid!

11/29/2021

Good morning Sea World from the 8th floor of the Sea World Renaissance Hotel...I will see you later this week.

A beautiful sunny day in Orlando!

11/28/2021

I'm sure this list will grow over time and may someday include US carriers.

When Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce announced a ‘no jab, no fly’ policy late last year it seemed like only a matter of time until other airlines introduced similar rules and effectively banned the unvaccinated from air travel. It’s been more than a year since Joyce’s announcement and surp...

11/28/2021

Check out this email I received from my client currently in Punta Cana...this is always a great way to start my day!

Dave, this resort is absolutely beautiful!! Flights, customs & transportation have all gone smoothly. It's sunny and 85 I'm in heaven! Thank you for ALWAYS taking care of me!

11/27/2021

Hi Friends!

I am the owner of Experience Travel. I've been creating travel memories for over 10 years. I would love to plan your next vacation, particularly on Small Business Saturday.

Check out my website at https://bookwithexperiencetravel.com/

Land or sea I've got you covered!

11/26/2021

CIE Tours - Black Friday Sale:

Save up to $1,000 per couple on select itineraries to Ireland and Britain!

Book for 2022 now and save! But hurry! These deals won’t wait - this great sale ends on November 26.

Save $500 per person on Classic Itinerary with Driver Vacations:
Choose from one of four classic Ireland coach itineraries, explored with your own personal driver/guide.

Irish Odyssey
Jewels of Ireland
Irish Classic
Irish Explorer

SAVE $400 per person on some of our most popular guided tours:

Taste of Britain & Ireland
Irish Classic
Irish Odyssey
Jewels of Ireland
Scottish Isles & Glens
Irish Explorer
Taste of Scotland & Ireland
Highlights of Britain
Scottish & Irish Dream
English Odyssey

11/26/2021

Black Friday River Cruise Specials:

CRUISIN' INTO 2022

River cruising offers you the ease, the breeze and the do-as-you-please experience you’re looking for. With cabins featuring the widest-views in river cruising, not to mention award-winning European and Southeast Asia Suite Ships with wide-open spaces, fresh air and fresher perspectives – plus more excursions with fewer passengers – we’ve got the cure for your Cabin Fever.

Enjoy suite, safe sailing with Avalon Waterways. Here’s your window of opportunity on some featured deals and offers!

SAVE 50% PER PERSON ON SELECT 2022 AVALON WATERWAYS EUROPE DEPARTURES

Booking Window:
November 24, 2021 through November 29, 2021

Travel Window:
January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022

Contact me for exciting cruise opportunity dates, pricing and details.

11/26/2021

Black Friday Special with Globus Tours:

Save $300/couple on select 2022 Globus Europe, North & South America vacations
Booking Window:
September 14, 2021 through January 3, 2022

Travel Window:
January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022

Contact me for additional details

11/26/2021

Hopefully you all had a great Thanksgiving holiday and you didn't eat too much...I didn't this year for a change!

I'm certain that at some point you had an opportunity to talk about future vacation plans...it's always a great thing to do with family and friends.

There are many "Black Friday" vacation specials available today from a variety of suppliers - some of which I will be posting today on my page.

As you're shopping for holiday gifts today, don't forget about your vacation plans. They are just as important...and if you happen to find yourself recently engaged this holiday weekend, don't forget to add "honeymoon planning" to your wedding to do list!

Here's a picture of my family from yesterday.

Hello, I’m Dave Bunn, the owner of Experience Travel. We specialize in international travel itineraries based on personal experiences. Traveling internationally can be quite challenging and rarely does everything go smoothly… my goal is to help you avoid those travel pitfalls. I’ve learned a l...

11/25/2021

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday...enjoy your time with family and friends.

11/24/2021

Some good advice if you're flying this holiday and don't want to check your bag.

We’ve all been there. Your bag makes it through check-in and security screening without a hitch.

11/23/2021

Not interested in large group tours?
Do you like the convenience of having all details handled for you?
Don't want to leave your dream vacation to chance?

Well, I have a solution for you!

Arts & Leisure Tours is now hosting luxury small group tours of several European countries starting this Summer with a maximum of 14 guests.

These tours include carefully selected 5-star accommodations, experiences with a touch of uniqueness , gastronomic delights in amazing locations, and so much more.

Please take a moment to look at some of their upcoming departures and let me know if you have any questions.