Travel by Belinda

07/06/2024

Just a shout out to all the awesome peeps that have booked with me for their travels this year! An Alaska cruise tour, A Honeymoon to Punta Cana Dominican Republic, An anniversary trip to Mayan Riviera, Two Carribean Cruises (to celebrate anniversaries)... just to name a few.

Upcoming are trips to New Orleans, another Alaska Cruise, an Jamaica... as well as some others.

THANK you so much for entrusting me with your travel plans. I do so appreciate everyone that helps me stay in this business.

05/06/2024

As a reminder and to let all know Travel by Belinda does not discriminate and welcomes all.

Safety for LGBTQ+ Travelers

Along with warmer temperatures and early summer relaxation, June also brings the month-long celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride. Since Pride month coincides with summer, many travelers will venture away from local celebrations and instead incorporate a vacation alongside celebrating.

Travel insurance should always be at the top of your packing list. Experiences for LGBTQ+ travelers can vary globally, so it is important to have an understanding of where you are traveling, so you can have an enjoyable and safe vacation.

Research has revealed half of LGBTQ+ travelers have experienced discrimination while traveling. These key statistics highlight the importance of safety for LGBTQ+ travelers:

82% of LGBTQ+ travelers say they have had less-than-welcoming, or uncomfortable, experiences when traveling.
65% of LGBTQ+ travelers say they have experienced discrimination while traveling, citing stereotyping (28%) and being stared at, laughed at or verbally abused by other travelers (18%) or locals (17%) as the top offenses.

04/06/2024

Before you embark on that long-overdue vacation, there are some important steps you'll want to take.

04/05/2024

If you travel by air a lot, beware of over friendly chatty seat neighbours.
The older lady comes and sits next to me inside the plane.
She asked me to help her put her bag in the overhead luggage compartment. But a gentleman sitting across quickly came through. (I am not very tall and the overhead luggage compartment is something I try to avoid at all costs.
Immediately she sits down she strikes up a conversation.

She was very pleasant and well spoken. So we chatted all through the flight to Dubai.
Suddenly, when the pilot announced that we were now proceeding to begin our descent into DXB, my good friend 'developed' stomach pains. Me with my good heart, I pressed the stewards button, and the stewardess came to find out what the problem was. I told her my seat mate was not feeling well. And this lady, she suddenly began to address me as 'my daughter'.
The stewardess told me that there was nothing they could do except give her some painkillers and wait until we landed.
The pilot announced that we had a medical emergency on board and advised us all to stay calm. My new friend was crying and sweating like crazy. And she refused to let go of my hand... everyone assumed we knew each other.

So we landed at DXB and the same gentleman who helped put up her luggage in the overhead compartment removed her luggage. But as he removed the luggage, he advised me to distance myself from this lady and make it clear to the cabin crew that we were NOT travelling together. He was a godsend!
So indeed, the cabin crew came and asked me if we were related, I categorically told them we had met on the plane. ! didn't know her at all. So we began to deplane and as I said goodbye she kept begging me to carry her handbag. I was so torn... but the gentleman looked me in the eye and emphatically shook his head. He passed me a note telling me to let the cabin crew handle her.

So I exit the aircraft and leave my 'new friend' to wait for the wheelchair and be handled by the cabin crew feeling very guilty.
As we waited for our luggage to come through, I hear this commotion. My 'new friend' was running, trying to escape the cabin crew, having gotten out of the wheelchair! She left the stewardess with her handbag and just ran towards the exit with the rest of her hand luggage! Luckily the airport police were faster than her. They got hold of her and brought her back in handcuffs.

This lady starts calling out to me.. my daughter... my daughter!.. how could you do this to me..... that's when I caught on.
She was carrying drugs and she was trying to
implicate me!
Luckily for me, the gentleman who had helped her with her luggage came forward and told the airport police that me and her had just met on the plane. The police took my passport and asked her to reveal my full names if it was true we were travelling together.

By God's grace, I had not even told her my first name! I was still asked to follow the police to a little room where I was questioned extensively. Where did I meet her?... where did I board... where did she board.
Etc... And my luggage was extensively searched and dusted for fingerprints.

They dusted all her luggage and my fingerprints were not found anywhere on her luggage or on her handbag!
I was let go with advice never ever to touch anyone's luggage either in flight or at the airport. So from that day, l don't care how much luggage you have, you will deal with it yourself. I will not even offer you a trolley to put your luggage on! Your luggage... your problem.... is my policy.

And if you can't reach the overhead compartment, and I am the nearest person, please call the cabin crew because all I will do is give you a blank stare and then look away!
A lesson to glean therein for intending air travelers.

Written by - Paul Odofin

01/05/2024

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01/05/2024

27/04/2024

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23/04/2024

23/04/2024

The time is right to plan on that vacation you have been putting off.

17/04/2024

It's honestly genius.

15/03/2024

Disney Cruise Line has announced Summer 2025 itineraries, with sailings to tropical destinations in The Bahamas and Caribbean and unforgettable adventures to Alaska and Europe! 🧳 Bookings open Friday, March 22.

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15/03/2024

Are you getting money back from your income taxes? If so perfect time to plan to spend it on a vacation. Let me help you plan it, wherever it is. Make memories!

16/02/2024

We all know what Travis was really saying to coach 😉... happy Monday!

16/02/2024

Would love to do this giveaway. Even if the referral isn’t working - I know I have booked lots of vacations for lots of people these vast years. I’d love a review on my page, with stars. That’s what people look at when trying to decide on anything. Waiting.

I’m starting a referral contest!

Starting today and running to the end of Feb (Feb 29), I will be putting the person that referred me and the person that booked with me into the drawing!

I will update with what the drawing will be for at a later date. I may take a poll of what people would like to win. Thinking of at least a $50 value!

BONUS - anyone that has used my services and writes a review on this page will be entered as well!

Thank you and please share this post!

09/02/2024

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09/02/2024

I’m starting a referral contest!

Starting today and running to the end of Feb (Feb 29), I will be putting the person that referred me and the person that booked with me into the drawing!

I will update with what the drawing will be for at a later date. I may take a poll of what people would like to win. Thinking of at least a $50 value!

BONUS - anyone that has used my services and writes a review on this page will be entered as well!

Thank you and please share this post!

06/02/2024

Isn’t this absolutely breathtaking! I’ve been to this beach in Hawaii and it’s even more beautiful in person … where is the best beach you’ve been to?

Lanikai Beach In Kailua, Hawaii, USA

22/01/2024

Now that I have your attention with the photo. I want to remind people why it’s so important to book with a travel agent instead of “on your own”.

First things first - most (I do not) charge any extra fees to help you. What I quote, for the most part, is the exact same - sometimes a better price or deal - than the price you get either online or direct.

This is a common misconception. I do get paid by commission from cruise companies and/or vacation package companies. And when you book direct/online - the company pockets what they would have paid me. Rarely do they discount that to you the consumer.

Occasionally - a hotel only booking may do this, but that is usually the extent of savings you will get by booking your own travel.

Expedia and online sites are a travel agency just like I am. They are booking for commissions. But I can guarantee the agency like that does not know you personally. They don’t meet you face to face, they do not live in your neighborhood let alone your state (maybe not even your country)!

Travel these days has so much info you need to know before you go. Then there’s times when the best planning still comes up short when in destination. So to those booking on their own - you are truly ON YOUR OWN if you have any issues. May the odds be ever in your favor.

All that to say - let’s do this together and let’s start traveling.

Call me 270-678-5877 or message me on here.

19/01/2024

Since most of us in Kentucky have been snowed in and frozen … thought I’d share this to get your imagination dreaming. And I can make that dream a reality. Now is the time to plan!

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04/01/2024

You deserve it ✈️

21/12/2023

Santa says ALOHA from Hawaii!
❤️❤️🎅🏻❤️❤️

11/12/2023

Are you thinking of next years travel yet?! Make 2024 your year to check off a bucket list destination by calling Travel by Belinda today! 270-678-5877

11/12/2023

As we reopen later this month, we are all striving to find the best way to support our ‘ohana and create a wonderful experience for our visitors. Below please find a statement from with some recommendations on travelling to Maui with empathy and respect for the people and the ‘āina.

“Our communities are still healing from the disaster we have experienced. Respectfully visiting Maui right now means visiting with aloha and empathy. Have compassion for those you interact with as trauma may greatly affect people’s behavior right now. Approach conversations mindfully and be sensitive as to avoid triggering memories that survivors may not be ready to share. Instead, please allow Maui residents to open up to you, if they choose. Mahalo for your understanding.

Respectful travel also includes the following: staying away from Lahaina out of respect for the town’s residents who are still grieving and healing, supporting and buying local, participating in a volunteer experience, and donating money to those affected.”

We will welcome you back with open arms and aloha on December 23rd.

Mālama Maui. Aloha ‘āina. Lahaina Strong.

07/12/2023

Remembering Pearl Harbor in Honolulu~
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