Poinsettia Travel LLC - Take the Scenic Route Full Service Travel Agency

22/03/2022

https://www.nicefreetrips.com/

21/03/2022

www.nicefreetrips.com

Fill out and submit the form for your chance to win a four-night trip for two to one of the following destinations: Riviera Maya, Los Cabos, Punta Cana, Puerto Vallarta, or Nassau.

15/03/2022

Happy Travels! The world is opening up. Be safe!

16/08/2021

Thank you so very much for your business and loyalty for so many years. I appreciate it very much.

Poinsettia Travel will close its doors as of August 15, 2021 so that I may take on a new responsibility elsewhere in the travel industry. I am excited for a different challenging job while also sad that I will not be working with my customers any longer.

It has been a blessing to use my industry knowledge and passion to do something I love to help others. But especially, Poinsettia Travel has given me the flexibility that working from home offers so that I could also more easily raise my little kids and work around family and school needs. But suddenly, the kids are all grown up and gone! And so I have chosen to try a brand new travel industry challenge with a different type of structure and benefit that more match what my adult family can use.

I will keep my business line and emails open for awhile in case you would like to chat or get a referral to a new travel agent. Many of my friends would love to do business with you and I am happy to match you to one of my friend agents. .

I hope you have many more great adventures!! Happy Travels!!

10/07/2021

https://www.travelpulse.com/gallery/destinations/countries-vaccinated-americans-can-visit-without-a-covid-19-test.html?image=14&fbclid=IwAR3lpqAFR8mospDUgfKRa1crpvsEdpz-fyvF0Rh_YXfNl_S3S3Nn5ePEopU

These countries are making travel for vaccinated Americans even easier.

07/07/2021

Shared from others---

For those who are traveling this summer:

Some wise words from an AA flight attendant post…

“If you are flying anywhere this month, on any airline…
Pack snacks and PB&Js, bring a refillable water container, portable charger for your phone, a deck of cards or UNO, download extra movies on iPad, if you have wireless headsets also bring old school plug in type, bring a light blanket, go to the airport 1 extra hour earlier than you would have, bring your patience, and a mask. If you must travel with kids, go to Dollar Store and buy new toys they have never seen, give them these during delays. You can also buy the blow up arm floaties, to use as pillow or lumbar support for your back. Small portable fan or paper fan. A tennis ball to use to massage you aches.
Airlines don’t supply pillows or blankets anymore. There is no food onboard to buy or give, usually there is not enough beverages for 2nds.

Fill your water bottle in airport, or buy a bottle. There is not enough bottled water onboard to fill your container, nor are we allowed to fill it.

If you are booked on last flight of the day, be prepared that you might end up spending the night in airport.

Do not check your medicine or keys in your luggage.

Bring a Pen!! You may have to fill out forms, or need to write down info.

I have been in this business for 30 yrs and I have NEVER seen it this crazy! Every airline is short staffed, gate agents are working alone at gates for oversold flights, the wait times to get through to reservations are 3+ hours. Restaurants and stores can’t get people to work. Super long lines everywhere. LOTS of mechanical issues, weather, staffing issues none of which is due to frontline employees. They are as frustrated as you are. They are EXHAUSTED! This has been happening to them EVERYDAY for over a month, with no relief insight.

So I am asking you to BE VERY KIND TO EVERYONE. It’s always appreciated.

Don’t bring your pets if you don’t have to.”

26/05/2021

While Big Island is not so busy, Oahu was bumper to bumper today and very crowded all around the island, especially Waikiki and all tourist traps. Not fun with crowds but I can't even imagine how bad it would be if all the car rental companies had their full precovid car allotments. They are low on cars because they sent cars away one year ago and have not replaced them with new cars, in wondering how the pandemic would affect them....

26/05/2021

24/05/2021

Let the surf lessons begin!!

22/05/2021

You all know what travel used to be like. It was pretty good, somewhat chill. But it never was 100% simple. There was always some minor irritating "stuff" to deal with. You were always out of your comfort zone just a little bit. Little things maybe went wrong.

Well now it is that much more complex with covid rules different in every single destination. More out of your comfort zone time. More irritations just to get where you want to go. More goes wrong.

This is the absolute BEST time to use a travel agent who has your back and is your eyes and ears. We have always dealt with your issues behind the scenes that you never heard about. This is nothing new to us. There are just more of those issues!! Many more.

Let us help and try to make your experience more like a precovid one. Back to somewhat chill. Call soon. Time to travel again!!!!

22/05/2021

Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative. Today we collected seeds of the Uhaloa plant because forestfires kill more than grow. And they have many useful purposes. Check out
Gohawaii.com/malama
for many opportunities. You can even work on the Missouri if you want!!

https://www.waikoloadryforest.org

18/05/2021

Hawaii is open my friends!
Nerve-wracking to wait until last minute on covid results, especially for 8.. Very strict and paperwork must be shown everywhere you go. I am seeing a not so busy Hawaii as the result. Awesome so far!

16/04/2021

Poinsettia Travel has changed addresses. Info will go out to clients soon. Phone and email stay the same.

12/03/2021

https://www.afar.com/magazine/the-best-ways-to-use-expiring-covid-flight-credits

Some of the future flight credits travelers have from COVID-related cancellations may soon be expiring. Here’s what you need to know to use—not lose—those vouchers.

09/03/2021

My clients who needed them have received 100% in refunds for 2020-2021. Beware if you are prone to booking on your own...
https://www.travelmarketreport.com/articles/OTAs-Rack-Up-Complaints-over-COVID-19-Travel-Cancellations

OTAs, including Expedia, CheapoAir, and JustFly, received 14,604 complaints from January to December 2020. 

19/02/2021

https://www.afar.com/magazine/12-places-to-see-cherry-blossoms-in-the-united-states?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=021821%20JetBlueFees&utm_term=Daily%20Wander%20%28Have%20opened%20newsletter%20before%29

Looking for cherry blossoms near you? These 12 cities around the U.S. have cherry blossom blooms each spring. Here’s where best to enjoy the flowers.

26/01/2021

https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/05/study-frequent-travel-makes-people-7percent-happier-planning-trips-covid.html

Researchers found that people who took several trips throughout the course of the year were happier than those who rarely traveled.

25/01/2021

Majority of Americans Say They “Desperately” Need a Vacation
By Roger Dow

Jan 25, 2021

To mark National Plan for Vacation Day, Jan 26, give yourself permission to dream in 2021.

Let's make a plan.
Let’s plan to do things we didn’t all get to do last year. Let’s plan to travel, enjoy a change of pace and scenery, find new experiences around our great country, and reunite with family and friends.

National Plan for Vacation Day (NPVD) is January 26—the day set aside each year to encourage Americans to plan their hard-earned time off at the start of the year for the remainder of the year. It’s an intentional step to slow down, unplug from work for a bit, and carve out vacation time in your busy schedules. Studies show that planners have an advantage over nonplanners, using more days to travel on average per year—but 28 percent of American households still don’t take the time to plan their vacations.

NPVD has another meaning this year: It’s a day to give yourself permission to dream.

NPVD is joining forces with the Let’s Go There initiative—a broad movement to encourage Americans to plan, and even book, future vacations, or to simply keep their travel flame lit and think about where future getaways will take you.

I get it, some of you probably aren’t thinking about vacation right now. We are still very much in the middle of this very difficult pandemic and many are not yet ready or able to take a trip. But consider the challenges of the past year, and it won’t be too surprising that 63 percent of respondents to a recent survey said that they “desperately” need a vacation. So, the travel industry is encouraging Americans to do what is safe and productive: simply plan a vacation (or take things a step further and book one!).

See for yourself: Pick a destination, browse accommodations, bookmark an interesting restaurant and research the destination’s top sites. Then, pull out your calendar and block off some days. Come on—you can’t tell me that doesn’t bring a smile to your face.

No matter where you choose, you’re going to feel that spark of happiness start to burn.

Further, I cannot stress enough that a vacation doesn’t have to be a complicated or distant adventure. Plan an overnight trip to a nearby town you’ve always wanted to explore or a casual weekend getaway. No matter where you choose, you’re going to feel that spark of happiness start to burn. In fact, a staggering 97 percent of survey respondents said that simply having a trip planned—any kind of trip—makes them happier.

Survey data also shows that 84 percent of Americans are excited to plan a vacation in the next six months, indicating an impending surge in travel demand once conditions improve. Savvy vacation planners who are able to book trips now should seriously considering doing so. With many great travel offers to be had, and with many companies offering flexible booking policies, it would be wise to make some plans today—before demand picks up.

Of course, whether you’re planning a trip for the near future or sometime later in the year, continue to adhere to experts’ health and safety guidance: Wear a mask, wash hands frequently, practice physical distancing when possible and stay home if feeling sick, and get a COVID vaccine as soon as it’s available to you.

Times are tough right now, but that doesn’t mean we can’t look forward to better days. Give yourself permission to feel the joy and excitement of making some concrete plans to use your time off to travel this year—and tell us where you’re dreaming of with the hashtag .

Roger Dow is president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association.

08/01/2021

Enjoy!!
https://www.afar.com/magazine/when-and-where-to-see-flowers-blooming-around-the-world

You don't have to go to California to see a super bloom. Here are some of the best spots across the globe to spot lupines, lavender, azaleas, tulips, wildflowers, and more.

26/12/2020

Hello all and Merry Christmas!!
I put together my family newsy Christmas letter but have not sent them out. If you would like a copy, just message me and I will send you a PDF version.
Happy New Year as well...

26/12/2020

A worthy replay!!!!
https://www.facebook.com/Poinsettia.Travel/videos/2539025403043380/

09/12/2020

Here is an app that is updated daily to help you understand where you can travel and what the current ever changing requirements are:
https://apply.joinsherpa.com/travel-restrictions?affiliateid=americanairlines&departureDate=2020-12-11

08/12/2020

Some of us can not help but continue to travel. Here is some helpful info..
https://www.smartertravel.com/all-the-countries-americans-can-visit-right-now/?source=91&u=DUPW9PVTGW&nltv=&nl_cs=52375092%3A%3A%3A%3A%3A%3A&e_send_id=5b16568a-827a-4b3d-a497-9b0a7894e9d0

This constantly updated list details all the countries that Americans can visit right now, and the restrictions

18/11/2020

Trying to see Kilimanjaro on the way to the airport. Homeward bound.

16/11/2020

Visited the little group in Arusha, Tanzania. 3 "sem" students and their "dorm", cafeteria,and church with new roof. These boys are excited to be students and middle one excited to graduate next year. One new church bench complete.

16/11/2020

Quite a banana market and interesting walk!;

08/11/2020

Today's finds.

07/11/2020

Crocs

07/11/2020

Very close to us.

07/11/2020

I stopped in to what appears to be a little christian grade school. All are currently closed for covid.

07/11/2020

a visit to a Weaver's shop that was begun by the American government to help over 100 single and abused Kenyan women have a place to live and work

07/11/2020

Aberdares area

06/11/2020

Kenya at it's best.
Sorry to report that the world travelers around us can not believe that such a technologically advanced country is so deceitful, shameful, corrupt and chaotic this week. Everyone but Americans are in such disbelief.

05/11/2020

All the birds and flowers photos are dedicated to my dad who always carried binoculars whenever we camped and traveled.

04/11/2020

Lotsa lotsa new things to see. Do you see the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro in the distance?

04/11/2020

Breakfast with the animals!

03/11/2020

Have been saving up to see Kenya for a long time. Now, despite covid, I am here!!! Day 1 of safari and I have seen MANY animals I have never heard of as well as the "expected".