TSW Travel Concierge

12/09/2020

Isn't this exciting for 2021! Hawaiian Air will be flying non-stop from Austin to Honolulu on Sundays and Thursdays starting April 21, 2021.

Did you know?
Hawaii is home to one of the world's largest active volcanoes, Mauna Loa, rising gradually to more than 4 km (2.5 mi) above sea level.

About one-third of the world's commercial supply of pineapples comes from Hawaii.

Black, green, and red beaches in Hawaii, oh my!

11/24/2020

One of the few positives this year in travel!

11/16/2020

Travel serendipity, right place right time! My last one was a year ago in Portland celebrating a sister's 50th birthday. What an unexpected delight when the Kimpton Monaco Hotel Portland had therapy lama and alpaca for their guest to take pictures with. They brought smiles and laughter to everyone.
What is yours?

08/31/2020

Did you hear the great news? United Airlines is eliminating changes fees on most fares!!!

05/28/2020

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05/21/2020

This is a great resource from IATA, International Airline Travel Assoc., for country by country travel restrictions. It is updated on a regular basis. https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm

Can't wait until we can travel again!

03/28/2020

03/24/2020

Why not use this time to learn the language of your dream vacation? We can help you plan your next trip now...while you're learning your new language! Duolingo,https://www.duolingo.com/, is based here in the USA and it is a free way to be able to say...
I'm going on vacation...or like this
Mă duc în vacanță mâine
Jag ska på semester i morgon
Je vais en vacances demain
What language do you want to learn?

Learn languages by playing a game. It's 100% free, fun, and scientifically proven to work.

01/23/2020

When we say TSA you say....ugh? You're traveling with Moms apple pie, a drone, bocce balls, crochet hook, drone, and wondering if you can pass TSA? Check this site for all things allowable!
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/all

Planning ahead and packing properly can facilitate the screening process and ease your travel experience at the airport. Know what you can pack in your carry-on and checked baggage before arriving at the airport by reviewing the lists below. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject....

01/02/2020

Happy New Year!! Where do you want to travel to this year?

12/29/2019

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us! We are ready to help you travel in 2020!

12/14/2019

Thank you to everyone of our clients. With your trust and your business our awesome leader has been recognized as an industry leader for her customer service and knowledge. We are very proud of our dedication to our clients and would ❤️ the opportunity to work with your referrals. 🛫🌎 🏝 🛳 🏔
We also made solar powered lights for local children in the Dominican Republic!

06/25/2018

This is amazing! A must for anyone visiting Seattle.

06/24/2018

Just toured the Thompson, Fairmont, and Loews hotels in Seattle. All are great and very different. Let me know if you want more information.
This is the view from The Nest, roof top bar at the Thompson Hotel.

01/16/2018

Winter has come to Spring Branch, Texas again. Twice in one season! Stay safe.

12/29/2017

Looking for a great beach in the US for your next vacation? Check out Dr. Beach's 2017 Top 10 beaches. Maybe I'll check out Coast Gaurd Beach in Eastham, MA.
The Scenic Way can arrange a memory filled beach vacation for you!

Siesta Beach is #1: America's Best 2017
VISIT: http://www.drbeach.org

Siesta Beach boasts that it has the finest, whitest sand in the world, which attracts sand collectors and beach lovers from all over. The clear, clean waters along this gently-sloping beach-face make for ideal swimming. The beach is hundreds of yards wide, attracting fitness fans and volleyball players. Siesta is a year-round beach that is very popular with snowbirds during the winter months. There are lifeguards along this crescent-shaped beach along with full amenities. Recent upgrades include expanded parking, while maintaining the beautiful natural environment, and a free trolley to transport beachgoers.

12/15/2017

This is the way to travel!

12/06/2017

Cute video from Air New Zealand. I'm sure when I travel to New Zealand they will have a problem understanding me with my Minnesota/Texas accent. Enjoy

Kiwis are known to put their own spin on words, mixing up vowels and leaving the rest of the world pretty confused. Santa is one of them, it’s definitely not...

08/25/2017

Ever wonder what airplane is overhead. Check out Flight Radar 24, live air traffic, on your phone or PC. There is a slight delay for security. It’s been interesting finding out who is flying over my house, American, United, Delta, FedEx, Amazon to name a few. Have fun! 🌍

08/18/2017

I met Kathy McCabe in September 2015 when the Verona and Firenze(Florence) tourist bureaus invited a select group to experience the local wine and culinary specialties. It was a once in a life time trip where I gained so much knowledge about Italy. Here is a preview of Dream of Italy and watch the full series on your local PBS channel.
I’ll be happy to help you plan your Italian dream holiday!

06/07/2017

The Scenic Way is taking on the challenge of visiting the top 50 BBQ Joints in Texas by Dec. 2020.
Once finished we head to Austin to pick up a YETI! Great barbecue and a cooler, can't get much better.
Stay tune for the reviews.

Welcome to the golden age of Texas barbecue.

05/26/2017

Are you ready to have an adventure in Belize? I would love to stay here!

10 Estate Rooms and 2 Estate Suites, located in 7,200 acres of PRIVATE Reserve in the Mountain Pine Ridge area of Belize. This intimate Eco Resort offers qua...

01/30/2017

In 2007, The USA experienced an unprecedented surge in passport applications, issuing over 18 million passports because of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI). Ten years later, those passports are beginning to expire, and the increased demand for passport renewals has started. Submit your passport application well ahead of your planned travel dates in order to avoid possible delays!

For more information on how or where to apply, please visit Travel.State.Gov/ApplyEarly or call the National Passport Information Center toll-free at 1-877-487-2778/1-888-874-7793 (TTY/TTD).

01/23/2017

I am honored to bring you this in flight announcement!

As many of you know, Monica has begun a new journey of her own and opened The Scenic Way, as your travel concierge.

With 32 years of travel experience on her map, she is well qualified and very excited to have her own business take flight. I'd like to say, she's first class.

I wanted to take a moment to send you this note, you know, keep it plane and simple. Also please know that you should not have any reservations about contacting her, she is fair weathered and ready for the adventure!

Thank you for cruising through this briefing and hope that you will encourage her and give her wings!

Happy trekking,
Theresa Maloney-Hernandez
(Monica's PR and point spending associate)