Gateway Destinations

12/19/2024

Believe it or not......

Now is the time to start booking summer family trips. More and more families are traveling abroad during the summer months with kids of all ages.

Let us help you start curating that the perfect family trip with less stress, age appropriate itineraries, and more value for travel dollars.

Stay tuned for more family travel ideas this month.

Schedule a 20-minute complimentary consultation today!

12/17/2024

As travel experts we always love a fun read on places people have traveled.

NY Times just published a quick read with photos on where some of their travel writers have visited.

Looking for potential travel inspiration, this is a good one!

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/17/travel/52-places-visited.html?campaign_id=9&emc=edit_nn_20241217&instance_id=142448&nl=the-morning®i_id=173372388&segment_id=185928&user_id=04d88a8d4879516c07507cdec5b917b1

This year, of the 52 destinations on our annual list, our writers and photographers touched down in 11 to capture their essence. Here’s what they found.

12/04/2024

Who doesn't need a reason to do the Caribbean?!.....

Virgin Voyages, one of our clients' favorites, is offering 80% off 2nd sailor and $300 bar credit!

Virgin offers one of the best "adult-only" cruise lines, with stellar food and nightlife!

Balcony cabins have unique red hammock chairs to relax and watch the ocean go by.

Plus, this is an excellent cruise line to do fun group trips..... thinks girls get-away, couples week-long fun without the kids, cruising with your adult kids (19 years plus!)

Reach out to us today and hurry we've heard that most of their sailings worldwide are 70% sold out, to get you and your crew an amazing 2025 trip lined-up!

12/01/2024

Solar-eclipse-themed voyages have been en vogue for some time. (Case in point: The 1997 cruise comedy “Out to Sea” follows stars Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau on a solar eclipse sailing.)

But now, they are back on the radar in full force. From traditional ocean sailings to expeditions, there are plenty of options for clients to choose from that feature a full viewing of the next celestial event on Aug. 12, 2026.

Let Gateway Destinations help you find the best cruise that fits your wishlist and budget!

Reach out to Jan today to start planning a once in a lifetime cruise.

11/15/2024

In October, we partnered with Scottsdale Wine club for a special evening with Tenuta Torciano. A family owned winery that offers special wine and olive oil tastings, cooking classes, stays at their boutique hotel and "tower" in San Gimignano.
The winery came to impress with their vast knowledge on wine, olive oil making, and the surrounding area of Tuscany.
If you're interested in more information on Tuscany or this winery and their boutique hotel, please reach out to Jan!

We offer 20-minute complimentary consultations if you'd like to see if Gateway Destinations would be a good-fit for your travel planning needs.

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11/13/2024

"A picture tells a thousand stories!"

As the church bells ring in the distance......the sun begins its daily ascent over the majestic city of Split, casting long shadows across the cobbled streets of Diocletian's Palace. Built at the turn of the 4th century, the Palace serves as a timeless reminder of Split’s ancient origins, now harmoniously interwoven with a lively urban spirit. Here, on the Adriatic Coast, the crisp, salty sea air blends with the scent of fresh market produce and the inviting aroma of coffee from the bustling cafés lining the Riva Promenade.

Welcome to Split - a city where antiquity and vibrancy unite, offering a uniquely Croatian.

If Croatia has been on your bucket list, let Gateway Destinations make your travel dreams a reality, reach out to us today and let's start planning!

11/11/2024

11/08/2024

Today is National Cappuccino Day!

How about planning at trip to Italy to begin your journey in search of the best cappucino?????

Don't wait too long, as many travelers have started planning their trips for next summer!

Reach out to Gateway Destinations today for your complimentary 20-minute consultation to see if we can help curate your travel plans for 2025!

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11/06/2024

Do you love castles, quaint villages, and unique travel experiences?.....

Then a river cruise down the Danube should be on your bucket list!

River cruising has many benefits over their larger sister ocean ships!

- Fewer passengers, most ships hold up to 200 passengers.
- Typically the excursions are included, and most ships are outfitted with bikes.
- The quality of food and dining is hands-down better!
- Get to see amazing scenery right out your stateroom window, and all rooms face
the water!
- Specialized tours for each town.
- Some cruise lines are adult-only, while others are family friendly.
- And, typically a slower way to travel and unwind.

If you have ever been interested in river cruising, now is the time to reach out Gateway Destinations. Let us find the perfect river cruise for you!

11/04/2024

Believe it or not Cruise season (Black Friday and Cyber Monday) start this month!

If there is a specific destination or destinations, cruise line, or type of cruising your'e interested in, reach out to us today.

We haver clients who cruise multiple times a year, so we are familiar with the variety in ships, price points, and destinations available.

Reach out to Jan today to get your 2025 cruise plans started!

11/01/2024

Do we have any podcast listeners out there?....

Here is a highly recommended show from Condé Nast, "Women who Travel."

Provides unique stories told by the travelers themselves. From a variety of trips to age groups. Give it a listen, you might be inspired to travel solo!

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Because a woman's place is wherever she chooses. Find us on Facebook to share your thoughts, listen to our podcast, join us on a meetup or trip, sign up for our newsletter, or keep scrolling to read some of our favorite features.

11/01/2024

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10/31/2024

Did you know that Halloween actually has its' origins in Ireland?.....

Celebrated over 2,000 yrs ago, Halloween was originally an ancient Irish pagan festival called 'Samhain' (pronounced: sow-in), meaning 'end of summer'. During Samhain the Celts wore costumes to disguise themselves and light bonfires as protection from evil spirits or fairies.

If you're fascinated by Irish tales and folklore, let us help you curate the perfect trip to the Green Isle!

Reach out to Jan today to start planning!

10/30/2024

Part of our mission statement is create “extraordinary lifetime adventures”, well we did just that for one of our clients, Cari and Brian Kamp.

Check out the photos she shared from her African Safari!!!!

We are so happy to have been part of curating her bucket list trip!

10/24/2024

Escape the cold and escape into paradise that only an exclusively adult Caribbean voyage can offer with rates from $99 pp/pn.

Select voyages between Nov 2024 - Jan 2025 include:

• 4-8 night round trip Caribbean voyages from Miami
• Pre/postChristmasandholidayvoyagesallDecember
• The 2-night Virgin Voyages Weekender ft DJ Sam Feldt
• The final two Transatlantic voyages of the year from Barcelona and Rome
Inventory is limited!

Hurry and take advantage of The $99 Sale while it’s here because once the space is filled up, these rates aren’t coming back. Ask about adding airfare, hotels, Shore Things, and Bar Tab for a seamless experience.

Reach out to Jan today to take advantage of these amazing voyages at AMAZING prices!

10/11/2024

Attention all active women!!!!

Award winning Backroads, has designed a whole new group of Women Adventures Walking & Hiking Tours launching in 2025!

Here are some of the itineraries that they have put together- Arizona’s Saguaro & Tucson (launching Oct. 16), A Taste of Camino de Santiago, Banff to Yoho, Blue Ridge & Great Smoky Mountains, California’s Yosemite Valley, Corsica, Czech Republic & Austria, Ireland, Italian & Swiss Alps, Japan, Maine, Nepal Lodge-to-Lodge, Olympic Peninsula to British Columbia, Portugal’s Madeira, Quebec, Sicily & the Aeolian Island, Tuscany Active Culinary, Vermont (launching Oct. 16), Vietnam & Cambodia.

If any of these destinations are for you, reach out to us today to begin planning your next girls' trip! We offer complimentary 20-minute consultations.

10/10/2024

In honor of "World Mental Health Day", we would like to share some mind/body benefits to traveling.

Studies have shown that traveling.....

- Decreases overall stress, anxiety, and depression.

- Increases creativity from exposure to new places, people, and food.

- Improves relationships with family, friends, and coworkers by providing a shared
experience.

- Provides a set-esteem boost with improved confidence and independence.

- Increases creativity and allows you to return to work with fresh ideas.

If you are in need a mental or physical reset, reach out to us today! Let's get planning your next adventure.