Vacation Roulette by Go Away Often Travel

26/07/2024

Greetings to all ! Happy Friday!

I am eager to collaborate with any non-profit organization interested in cross-promoting group vacations to support your noble cause. Let's work together to create unforgettable experiences while raising funds for your favorite organization.

Whether it's a cruise, a trip to an all-inclusive resort, or a tour related to your non-profit's mission, I can assist with presentations, publicity, and more.

For every booking, your non-profit will receive a donation. With options ranging from overnight trips to week-long cruises, the possibilities are endless! Some of my travel partners even match the donation, so your organization can benefit even more.

If you have enough participants, a group leader can travel for free or at a significantly reduced price.

Don't hesitate to contact me to start planning your next adventure. Let's discuss the details over a phone call or in-person meeting. Check out my page, Walters Wanderings Travel - Checking off your Bucket List since 2014, to learn more about my services. Let's collaborate and make a difference together!

Not part of a non profit and want to get a group together? Let's talk!

Walters Wanderings Travel - Checking off your Bucket List since 2014

22/07/2024

There is more truth to this than there was eight years ago when I first created this little gem.

Get in touch to START WANDERING!

copyright Scott Walters

21/07/2024

I’m told there are 20,000 calls on hold at delta reservations! I am guessing that is 20,000 people who thought is best not to use a travel advisor, otherwise their travel advisor would have helped them.

Travel advisors only cost you when you don’t use one.

21/06/2024

How many have you been to? I have been to 22 and have flown over 3 more! I still have work to do!

Check sone of these iconic destinations off of your Bucket List! Get in touch to START WANDERING!

845-558-1225 [email protected]

And don't forget my travel trivia contest on my travel page Walters Wanderings Travel - Checking off your Bucket List since 2014! You could win $200 off of a qualifying vacation!

07/06/2024

Current SITuation

30/05/2024

Go to my travel page all June long for a 30 question trivia challenge! Each day a new question. Each day, a new answer! Each day you can be closer to winning money off of your next trip booked with Walters Wanderings Travel!

1st prize: $200 off a trip of $2000 or more

2nd prize: $100 off a trip of $2000 or more

3rd, 4th and 5th prize: $50 off a trip of $2000 or more

Trip value is based on total price not including airfare, insurance, port charges and taxes. Travel must be booked and deposited by 7/31/2024 and travel must begin by 6/1/2025. Money will be deducted from final payment. No cash value if the trip is postponed or cancelled.

Questions will be posted at 9:00 AM daily on the Walters Wanderings Travel - Checking off your Bucket List since 2014 page on FB. One answer per person will be allowed. Answers will not be accepted after my comment closing the question is posted.

I will calculate the correct answers throughout the month. Standings will be updated weekly beginning on June 8. Decisions on acceptable answers and prizes are solely mine and all rulings are final.

No purchase of travel is necessary to enter the contest. I wish everyone good luck. Be sure to like and follow the FB page noted above!

21/05/2024

Have you LIKED my travel business page yet? What are you waiting for? Christmas???

Go and like it, will you????




Walters Wanderings Travel - Checking off your Bucket List since 2014

20/05/2024

Monday Musings: Note that this cautionary tale involves someone who is NOT my client!

I don’t know if any of you have heard the name Tiffany Banks this past week so if not, buckle up because THIS is a doozy!

Mrs. Banks is a Nurse Practitioner and over a year ago she booked the Presidential Suite on Carnival Celebration. Her cruise was supposed to depart this past week. Now the Presidential Suite was over $10,000, but between flights, the cruise, excursions, and add-ons, she had about $17,000 tied up in this vacation for she and her husband.

In her excitement, she posted her booking on social media as did her husband. Carnival Cruise line (and others) use your last name and booking number to allow you access to your booking. Well, lo and behold, someone out there in internet land used that information and CANCELED her cruise.

Now why they did that is anyone’s guess. Jealousy, a dislike for her or her family, a disgruntled patient, or just some random a**hole doing random a**hole things??? Who knows??? But that’s not important right now.

What IS important is that IF she had used a Travel Advisor there’s no possible way for that to happen. Why, you ask?? Because when you book with a Travel Advisor, THEY control your booking.

Many people see that as a downside to using a TA because they have to do things like make payments through their agent. I get that of course. But in over ten years of doing this there has been no instance of payment information going sideways in a nefarious manner.

You can STILL purchase excursions, beverage and internet packages, specialty dining, etc. in the app any time you like, but there are TWO things you cannot do if you use an agent.

1. Make a payment through Carnival directly

And....

2. CANCEL YOUR CRUISE

If Tiffany Banks had booked with an advisor she would be on the Celebration right now sailing away into the sunset. Instead, she is NOT getting a refund because she was within the 100% penalty since it was cancelled just a few days before sailing.

There are two lessons here: first, do NOT share your booking info with anyone, especially on social media and second, for the love of Pete, USE A TRAVEL ADVISOR.

There you have it, my Monday Musing!

Oh and if you’re interested in this particular cabin or any cabin on any cruise line, get in touchtoSTARTWANDERING!!

I can CERTAINLY get you in one and it will NOT be cancelled, here are some details on this cabin:

Presidential Suites (fleet's largest) feature spacious dining-living-sleeping areas and fleet's biggest balconies (with double sunbeds, lounging area, outdoor hot tub and shower). Suite guests also enjoy complimentary access to the Havana Pool complex and the Thermal Suite.

https://youtu.be/pC-iPmhUwFw?si=4j9Yu_Cn5hkhWegJ

20/05/2024

These are the best text messages to get!

Hi Scott. It's ###### ######. Sorry to bother you on a Sunday but just wanted to thank you for booking that Universal trip you did for my son and friend. They had an awesome time and everything went smoothly. Thank you again and I'll be sure to book any trips thru you and also recommend you.

I appreciate this note so very much!

You want to have a great vacation experience???? Get in touch to START WANDERING!

845-558-1225 [email protected]

10/05/2024

As part of my tenth anniversary of Walters Wanderings Travel,
here are ten iconic cocktails along with their ingredients:

Margarita: Tequila, triple sec, lime juice, salt (optional)

Martini: Gin, dry vermouth, olives or lemon twist (optional)

Mojito: White rum, fresh mint leaves, lime juice, simple syrup, soda water

Old Fashioned: Bourbon or rye whiskey, Angostura bitters, sugar cube, water, orange peel (optional)

Cosmopolitan: Vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, lime juice

Negroni: Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, orange peel

Piña Colada: White rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice

Manhattan: Rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters, cherry (optional)

Daiquiri: White rum, lime juice, simple syrup

Bloody Mary: Vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, salt, pepper, celery stalk (garnish)

These cocktails represent a diverse range of flavors and have stood the test of time as classics in the world of mixology.

How many have you had? I have had all but the Negroni! But not all at once of course!

Where is the most interesting place you have had one? I had a Pina Colada at O'Malley's (if you know, you know!).

Share you favorite cocktail story here! And when you want to get away, get in touch to START WANDERING!

845-558-1225 [email protected]

24/12/2023

So, I am out of the office (such as it is) until Wednesday! If you are in travel, never fear as I am available to you always!

I will return with a vengeance fir business on Wednesday the 27th. Until then...

16/04/2021

Here is a short list of things we will be celebrating on this cruise...

My wife turning a number divisible by 10
My wife retiring from her career as a NYC Public School Teacher
My turning a number divisible by 10
Sydney graduating High School
Emma graduating Middle School
Andrew turning 16
Our 25th wedding anniversary delayed by a year (lots of things delayed by a year)

What will you be celebrating on this cruise???

Get in touch to START WANDERING!

845-558-1225
[email protected]
Or by PM

18/03/2020

In times like these you need a professional...

No matter the crisis, a travel agent always has your back.

14/03/2020

Thank you for your support during this unprecedented event.

17/02/2020

Look at these pictures taken by my daughter...

16/02/2020

Better than Roulette! Especially if you qualify for the special discounts!!

Exciting news! is returning from Asia earlier than previously scheduled and is now sailing the U.S. west coast. And we found a way to give back: we’re now offering a series of "Cruising for Heroes" sailings in support of California firefighters, other first responders, and veterans throughout March and April.

Show your support as you explore the Pacific Coast and enjoy our stunning revolutionized ship: https://prn.to/2OULee2

04/02/2020

My eldest daughter in 2010. My favorite beach picture. Show us yours!

28/01/2020

When people tout your skills, all you can say is THANK YOU!

http://rocklandnymom.com/2020/01/22/take-the-trip/

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28/01/2020

Today is national plan a vacation day! What vacation can I plan for you????

23/01/2020

Not roulette by any means...but an awesome experience awaits....

23/01/2020

Caption this using a vacation theme!!!

21/01/2020

Link us up with a song about the beach or island...

Here is mine:

https://youtu.be/SEKZJp-x-Dc

a song of Jay's i like made video because was no good studio version on video ...enjoy

19/01/2020

Using a GIF, show us something you would recommend someone see in your town or nearest city...

18/01/2020

Some airport codes are easy to figure out...JFK, ATL, DEN...but others, not so much...what are CVG, FAT, BDL and RSW?

17/01/2020

Like baseball? This iconic ballpark is located in a great city. I am sure you know it!

16/01/2020

New York City boasts the most Fortune 500 company headquarters in the USA. What cities are ranked 2-5????

15/01/2020

Did you know that there are, in the USA:

23 places named Paris
20 places named Rome
10 places named London

Don't worry, I won't send you to those places when you play Vacation Roulette!!! But if you want any of them specifically, I can hook you up through Go Away Often Travel!!!

15/01/2020

Do you have a travel app that you love? If so, let everyone know!!!

14/01/2020

Is this a destination you would like to try???

14/01/2020

The three busiest passenger cruise ports in the world are in Florida. Can you rank them in order???