Wendy Thompson - Affiliate of Humble Travel

18/06/2024

Who here has dealt with seasickness? 🙋‍♀️ I have! Some ships and bodies of water are better for it than others.

I've been on more than 50 cruises—here are my tried-and-true strategies for minimizing seasickness.

14/06/2024

More debate in reclining your seat in-flight! 🛩️ 💺

Breaking down the right—and wrong—way to recline your seat on a plane.

11/06/2024

Trek to a gourmet picnic by a hot spring or enjoy a post-hike reflexology treatment beside a soothing waterfall at these properties.

https://www.virtuoso.com/advisor/kariklev82258/travel/articles/hike-sleep-repeat-at-these-trek-friendly-five-star-hotels

Image: Sensei Lanai

05/06/2024

Looking to take a vacation where some of your favorite movies were filmed? Misty Belles, the vice president of global PR at Virtuoso, joins TODAY to share getaway destinations from movies including

30/05/2024

Where are some of the wonderful places my clients have been traveling to this month?

✈️ - Mediterranean Cruise Family Getaway 🇬🇷 🚢

✈️ - Seoul, S. Korea Mother-Daughter Adventure 🇰🇷 🍜

✈️ - Iceland 🇮🇸

✈️ - Mexico 🇲🇽 🪇 (yours truly!)

✈️ - Tokyo 🗼🌸

✈️ - Italian Adventure 🍝 🇮🇹

Where do you want to go next?

27/05/2024

Just like the city itself, Lisbon’s food scene is varied and exciting—and you can go from knocking back ginjinha (cherry liqueur) with locals to sipping wine at a tasting menu within 24 hours. http://cntrvlr.co/mkDbT2f

22/05/2024

I will be attending this August!!

Virtuoso Travel Week welcomes the leading voices of luxury travel to gather and elevate their expertise.

It’s the ultimate event for travel professionals to network with the best in the industry, attend valuable sessions, and stay updated on the latest global travel trends. Discover what the week is all about: https://brnw.ch/21wK2e2

14/05/2024

DSM has partnered with Customs and Border Protection to host another Global Entry Interview Event. Schedule your appointment today!

June 11th - 13th
8:00am to 4:00pm

https://www.flydsm.com/traveler-info/tsa-security/tsa-precheck-global-entry

07/05/2024

It’s another holiday!! 🌞 ✈️

30/04/2024

The May/June Virtuoso, The Magazine captures the combination of kismet and careful planning that goes into making travel magic. Whether we’re camping in Oman’s Empty Quarter, hiking the Amalfi Coast, or snorkeling with 40-ton marine mammals, this adventure-focused issue is equal parts inspiration and practical information.

Connect with a Virtuoso advisor for a copy ➡️ https://virtuoso.ltd/traveladvisors

📍: French Polynesia

📷: Rachel Moore

24/04/2024

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Heading overseas this summer? Think of what you can buy with the $60 of expedited passport processing fees you saved by planning ahead! Passport processing times are currently 6-8 weeks for routine service and 2-3 weeks for expedited service. travel.state.gov/passport

19/04/2024

Where are some of the wonderful places my clients have been traveling to this month?

✈️ - Bucket list trip to Ireland ☘️ and London 🇬🇧

✈️ - Birthday 🎂 group to Cancun

✈️ - Gals’ getaway to Cabo 🇲🇽

✈️ - Retirement trip to Kauai 🌈 🌺

✈️ - BFF trip to France 🇫🇷

✈️ - Italian Adventure 🍝 🇮🇹

✈️ - Birthday trip to Maui 🌈 🏝️

Where do you want to go next?

11/04/2024

Raise your hand if you love Hawaii! 🙋🏻‍♀️🌈🏝️

I have clients who just checked in to the gorgeous Kauai property pictured below. 😎

From hotel accommodations to private transfers, on-island activities, and more, tour operator Pleasant Holidays makes Hawaii vacations seamless.

09/04/2024

The Rocky Mountaineer train travels through the Canadian Rockies with stays at Fairmont Jasper Park and Fairmont Banff Springs.

01/04/2024

These all look great! The Kristin Hannah book is definitely on my list!

Fresh page-turners from Ruth Reichl, Helen Oyeyemi, Amor Towles, and more deserve a spot in your carry-on.

31/03/2024

Happy Easter!! 🐰🐣

19/03/2024

Tourists are often easy to spot. If you’re traveling internationally, don’t make yourself an easy target for thieves by hanging your bag on the back of chairs or setting your phone on the table at restaurants. Keep an especially close eye on your belongings in train stations and public squares.
Read country-specific safety tips for your destination at travel.state.gov/destination before your trip.

17/03/2024

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! ☘️

14/03/2024

From Barbuda’s pink-sand beaches to the secret spots only the locals know, these are some of travel expert Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon’s favorite Caribbean beaches.

13/03/2024

⏰ Don't underestimate how long it will take to get to your gate before boarding - plan to arrive at DSM 90+ minutes before departure.

10/03/2024

UPDATE - This year’s winner:
#1 Mexico ! 🇲🇽
#2 Hawaii 🌈

It is Spring Break!! It is always fun to guess the most popular destination I booked for this year’s Spring Break. What are your guesses?

🌈 Hawaii
🏖️ Mexico
🚢 Cruise
🏝️ Florida
🏖️ Dominican Republic

02/03/2024

What are you watching this weekend? 🌞 🌊 🏝️

23/02/2024

At this time of year, many of us begin dreaming about brighter days, fewer sweaters, and longer vacations. The March/April issue of Virtuoso, The Magazine is focused on summer travel, hopping the globe from Mykonos to Mexico in search of crowd-free and family-friendly stays. There’s also the story of a considered journey to Maui, reckoning with the island’s resilience in the face of last year’s wildfires.

Connect with a Virtuoso travel advisor for a copy ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wHgz5 📍: Mykonos📷: Lucy Laucht

22/02/2024

Happy National Margarita Day!! 🏝️🍋🧉

14/02/2024

Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️

17/12/2023

Flashback to last month when I visited a Christmas market in Vienna! 🎅🏻

09/12/2023

A travel gift certificate makes a fabulous gift!! 🎁 ✈️

01/12/2023

Virtuoso VP, Misty Belles, joined 'Mornings with Maria' yesterday to discuss the next biggest travel trends, including the forecasted travel boom in 2024 ✈️

Virtuoso Vice President of Global Public Relations Misty Belles joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss worldwide travel trends.