On The Map Travel

10/30/2024

In a win for consumers, here's what you need to know.

The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) latest refund rule is officially here, bringing air travelers across the U.S.—on airlines like American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines...

09/27/2024

WE KNEW IT!

Travel Keeps Us Young…

As It turns out, all the benefits of traveling add up to what many have been searching for - the fountain of youth. Researchers from different fields at Edith Cowan University (ECU) have used the theory of entropy to examine tourism and have found that traveling could slow down the aging process. Had they polled our audience, they likely would have arrived at this result quicker…
"Ageing, as a process, is irreversible. While it can't be stopped, it can be slowed down," ECU PhD candidate Ms. Fangli Hu said. Ms. Hu explains that going on trips could be a game-changer for our health. When we have positive experiences while traveling, it can help our body maintain a low-entropy state by regulating its major systems. Traveling exposes us to new environments and activities that can trigger stress responses and boost metabolic rates, which can have a positive impact on our body's functions. These new experiences may also kickstart an adaptive immune system response, making our body better at detecting and defending against outside threats. "Put simply, the self-defense system becomes more resilient. Hormones conducive to tissue repair and regeneration may be released and promote the self-healing system’s functioning."
Thanks to our friends at KKartagener Associates, Inc.for reminding us of one of the best benefits of travel!

09/11/2024

I love it when we get to hang out in person with our wonderful partners.

08/29/2024

You had me at Italy, but then you added an overnight train??? Si, per favore!
https://www.afar.com/magazine/italy-launches-new-sleeper-train-routes-from-rome?

Newly refurbished trains from the 1960s through the ’90s—part of Italy’s ambitious Treni Turistici project—travel overnight from the capital to the Dolomites, Puglia, and soon, Piedmont and more.

08/22/2024

With one of my favorite Italians in my favorite place.

08/22/2024

Cambodia. Amazing.

08/21/2024

IF I were going to the Kentucky Derby next year, I would have purchased this hat at Lock & Co. when I was in London last May. But just because I'm not going to the Run for the Roses, that doesn't mean you can't!
If any of these events are on your Bucket List - give us a call. We'll get you all set up!
2025 Presidential Inauguration in D.C.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City
Oktoberfest in Germany
Running of the Bulls in Spain
CMA Awards in Nashville
Masters Week in Augusta
Kentucky Derby
Wimbledon in London
Rose Bowl and Parade in California
Ryder Cup in New York
2026 Milan Winter Games

08/20/2024

Here's one. The Opera House and the bridge all in one amazing view from the top of the Shangri-La Sydney

08/19/2024

It's World Photography Day!
(but you probably already knew that...)
It would be great if you could post one of your favorite photos from an On The Map Travel trip! I'll start.

Women's Trip
Cusco, Peru September 2010

08/15/2024

ATTENTION CAVIAR LOVERS: Qatar Airways is adding caviar service on business class flights.

Starting August 15, caviar lovers can experience the luxurious service onboard Qatar Airways business class between Doha and Boston, Dallas, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Melbourne, New York, Paris, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Sydney, and Washington.
The new caviar service can be enjoyed as a standalone option or part of the onboard meal courses.

And then there is the absolute comfort and service in Qatar business class. It's memorable. Even if you don't like caviar. . .

love the world

08/07/2024

We already knew this. . .

A new Global Rescue survey found that travel is more valuable than possessions to most women.

07/19/2024

What he said!

A stubborn notion persists that ship-seeing is reserved for sedentary retirees, and it’s just not true.

06/27/2024

So happy to be back . If you’re a SoCal resident looking for a quick getaway or an out of stater looking to relax in pure luxury, this is the place. Beautiful setting, quiet casitas, fabulous spa and dining and a great staff. Sound good? Let’s get you here. You’ll be blown away.
Thanks to and +Mercado for this amazing gift!

06/27/2024

Super Important Info for Travelers!!

The Department of Homeland Security will require Americans to carry a Real ID in order to travel domestically starting May 7, 2025. Here's what you need to know.

06/05/2024

Sent to me by a client. "How Travelers Train in the Gym". Hilarious.

04/02/2024

AAdvantage MEMBER? YOUR MILES MAY BE AT RISK. If you book flights with a traditional travel agency, or even an online agency, you could lose your right to earn miles.

American Airlines intends to stop awarding miles and loyalty points on May 1, unless you book directly with AA or through a few “preferred” channels, selected with deliberately vague and opaque criteria. Government, business, rural, and elderly travelers are at greater risk since they are required, or prefer, to book through an agency.

AA clearly fears no regulatory or consumer response. Its new policy is being rushed despite well-documented technical issues, traveler complaints and industry objections.

Travel agencies account for the sale of over $95 billion in airline tickets. Stop AA from disenfranchising customers who book through travel agencies by telling Congress now – Don’t let American Airlines eliminate consumer choice.

03/08/2024

We could think of no better way to celebrate International Womens' Day than to share some photos from a few of our wonderful women's trips over the years.
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02/27/2024

Jet lag. It's always a problem but I found this 8-minute video from Condé Nast Traveler really interesting and worth the investment of time!

Condé Nast Traveler editor Paul Brady interviewed 12 jet lag experts of varying backgrounds – frequent fliers, a pilot, a flight attendant, biologists, a dietician, a sleep researcher, a mathematician, and a retired tennis pro – to explain how to beat jet leg.

01/20/2024

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12/25/2023

Christmas Eve hike in Muir Woods. Magic.

12/22/2023

Not every fabulous trip requires a plane. ✈️ Roadtripping to Mill Valley with

12/19/2023

What she said

09/29/2023

My home for the next two nights (unless I can figure out a plan to stay). If you know me you know I never lack for words but the Fairmont Doha has left me speechless. Qatar is really upping the luxury hotel game. Thank you to Discover Qatar and Qatar Airways for continuing to blow my mind every day. This is an amazing destination. You should probably come for at least a few days.



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09/29/2023

I cannot begin to explain the Fairmont Doha. If you know me you know it’s unusual for me to be speechless. But I have no words. My home for the next 2 nights but Im already trying to figure out an angle to stay. Thank you, once more, to Discover Qatar and Qatar Airways for blowing my mind continually the past few days.

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09/26/2023

Beautiful hotel in a super interesting city/country. Much more to be revealed. Stay tuned