Michelle Bartlett Authentic Vacations

07/11/2023

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Check out this Facebook Video designed by Malou Leontsinis.

05/09/2023

Join me in welcoming Kristina to our team!

Authentic Vacations has been in a particularly unique position for the travel industry. Expanding during the pandemic, their global itineraries are both customized and affordable.

18/08/2023

I'm excited to announce our new Exclusive, Authentic Vacations 2024 Small Guided Vacations. A fabulous new product for you to offer your clients that may not want a self drive or private driver FIT. With a maximum of 18 passengers, they'll be treated to a high end intimate guided vacation.

Authentic Vacations creates exclusive travel experiences.

14/05/2023

Scotland has had a long love affair with whisky. When autumn sets in and we feel a winter chill, Scottish drinks are a particular joy. Now, new brews have been created, and they delight those of us who love interesting spirits and tasty ales. They also have little-known stories to tell us about the land and the people.
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Click here and find out where you can enjoy Scotland's Whisky, Gin & Ales: https://www.authenticvacations.com/scotlands-heady-brews-and-spirits/
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15/10/2022

16/06/2022

Hi Partners!

We LOVE and appreciate new leads but with limited availability for cars and accommodations in Northern Europe this summer we're asking that you please give us at least a 3 week lead in time prior to your client's desired date.

14/06/2022

01/06/2022

Simon Russell, Authentic Vacations' CEO, talks about the current travel industry changes.

https://www.authenticvacations.com/press-releases/opportunity-and-innovation-equals-authentic-vacations-success/?fbclid=IwAR1q6Pg8W

06/05/2022

Hi Advisor Partners!

Our newest blogs are a great resource to share travel tips with your customers:
England:
https://www.authenticvacations.com/authentic-travel-tips.../
Scotland:
https://www.authenticvacations.com/authentic-travel-tips.../
Ireland:
https://www.authenticvacations.com/authentic-travel-tips.../
More to come - Stay tuned 🙂

24/03/2022

Irish Castles Make our Hearts Soar 😃 ❣️⁠
Castles tug at our imaginations, and there are 30,000 of them that rise up from Ireland’s pastures and her vibrant cities. Sometimes you drive over a small hill, and there is a tumbled castle, in all her ruined glory, with sheep munching the grass on her walls. Other times, walking through a city, a castle etches the skyline and it takes your breath away. Magnificent beyond words.
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Can your clients stay in a castle? Oh, yes they can, and in Ireland there are many welcoming possibilities.
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Click below to see our castles and manor itinerarties. Reserve your vacation for just $49. Unprecedented! 😃https://www.authenticvacations.com/.../ireland-castles.../
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02/03/2022

Ok Advisor partners, what are you waiting for? Now is the time to book your client's trip to Ireland and the UK.
https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20220301-why-the-craics-coming-back-to-ireland

After some of the longest Covid-19 restrictions in Europe, Ireland is looking to 2022 and beyond with optimism.

23/12/2021

Happy Holiday wishes to all of our travel advisors partners. Be safe and stay healthy.

29/10/2021

For your clients that are all about everything Halloween. Time to start thinking about celebrating in Derry 2022!

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visitderry_derry-halloween-activity-6859772550629662721-khzP

Today marks the start of the Walled City's biggest festival - Derry Halloween. Voted the best halloween destination in the world by USA Today Readers,...

25/10/2021

We're very proud to announce we've been awarded a Travel Weekly Gold Magellan Award for our new online Trip Planner.

To access the Trip Planner, sign into your personal account, have a look around and if you have any questions please reach out to me, I'd be more than happy to set up a training webinar.

https://www.authenticvacations.com/press-releases/authentic-vacations-wins-magellan-gold/

Authentic Vacations has won the prestigious 2021 Magellan Gold award by meeting the recent challenges in the travel industry with their new “Trip Planner App”. This is a technology solution that has an instant-book travel portal so travel advisors can access and book any of Authentic’s hundred...

04/09/2021

In observance of Labor Day, the office will be closed on Monday, September 6th. Have a safe holiday weekend.

23/07/2021

Happy Friday Travel Partners! This week our 2 office managers were in Ireland to experience the "re-opening" (and were treated to the crazy heatwave!). Please reach out to me with any questions that you and your clients may have.

01/06/2021

The announcement we’ve been waiting for! The heart and soul of Authentic Vacations is getting ready to start welcoming your clients back. Contact us for your client’s customized dream vacation to Ireland. 1.888.443.5259

https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ireland-prepares-for-reopening-of-tourism-sector/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter

Ireland has adopted the European Union Covid-19 certificate, which will enable seamless travel among member states. The tourism body said this was good news for everyone in the tourism industry.

17/05/2021

Hello Travel Advisors Partners....what are you waiting for? Contact us to book your client's trip of a lifetime!

06/05/2021

Hello Partners!

We've been busy bees both in front and behind the scenes. Be sure to check out the new online tool that just launched. Please reach out to me if you would like a quick training webinar to see how easy it is to use. And, a friendly reminder to make sure you are registered on the Travel Advisor Portal.
https://www.authenticvacations.com/travel-advisors/

Authentic Vacations began in 2001 with customizable travel packages to Ireland. We’ve since grown to include global destinations. But, our commitment to creating an authentic travel experience, with unparalleled personal service, remains the same. Let’s go!

20/04/2021

With the announcement of a second Downton Abbey movie coming this Christmas, now is the time to start planning your clients' handcrafted Vintage England itinerary to get them in the mood. Contact one of our Destination Experts at 1.888.443.5259

13/04/2021

Our Senior Destination Expert, Michaela is virtually attending this annual supplier event to find those unique and authentic products that make us your go to supplier for customized Ireland itineraries.

08/03/2021

We can't wait until Ireland welcomes your clients back! Call and speak to one of our Destination Experts and start planning for 2022.

09/02/2021

You’re invited to an energizing event! Learn about the wonders of Scotland travel in 2021/2022. Right now, clients list Scotland as one of the places they most want to visit, so let’s be ready. We have an amazing array of experiences and lodgings in this glorious country.
HOW:
Register for Authentic Vacations Scotland's Webinar:
https://www.authenticagents.com/amazing-scotland-2021/
WHEN:
February 16, 2021
11:00 AM, PST / 2:00 PM, EST.
Your clients are excited about planning future travel, and Scotland often tops their list. It’s the home of highlands and wild islands. Majestic cities that have survived and thrived for thousands of years. Deep underground pools made for exploring. Standing stones left by the mysterious Picts. Luscious castles, world-renowned golf links, and exceptional accommodations.
Would your clients enjoy whisky, straight from the cask? How about a Highland Safari given by a local? Reservations at golf courses they’ve dreamed about? We’re delighted to share Scotland’s unique personality, and let you know why 2021/2022 will be a unique opportunity to discover Scotland. Your clients are ready for brilliance. Let’s give it to them.

26/01/2021

What could be better, right now, than National Plan For Vacation Day? Let's realize your clients' future dreams by planning travel today. And help them make it Authentic.

11/01/2021

Did you tune in last night to PBS to watch the new series, All Creatures Great and Small? It takes place in the beautiful Yorkshire area, truly the heart and soul of England. Our 2019 Explorer's Road FAM discovered the history of this area and it truly captured my heart. Beautiful Manor Houses and great Halls surrounded by nature at its finest. Its a fantastic location for your clients to experience farm to table culinary experiences and outdoor adventures. Call us to speak to one of our Destination Experts. 1.888.443.5259 or email us [email protected]